Making Hot Water - Gaggia MILANO Operating Instructions Manual

ENGLISH

Making hot water

1 Follow the procedure described under "Preparation".
2 Press the main button (1).
3 Wait a few minutes to allow the espresso machine to
reach the correct temperature.
4 Place a pitcher under the steam nozzle (9).
5 Slowly turn the steam knob (8) anticlockwise so that the
hot water and put the hot water/brew switches (2) and
the steam switch (4) to "1" can be released.
N.B.: Dispensing should not exceed 60 seconds.
6 Once the desired quantity of hot water is obtained, turn
the steam knob clockwise and put the hot water/brew
switches (2) and the steam switch (4) to "0" to stop the
water release.
7 NOTE: If you want to make espresso immediately
after making hot water, the temperature of the machine
boiler must be brought down to a brewing temperature.
Otherwise, espresso may taste "burned".
To do this: place an empty cup on drip plate. Do not insert
filter holder.
Press the hot water/coffee (2) and the steam (4) buttons.
Fill the cup with water. Press the hot water/coffee (2)
and the steam (4) buttons again.
You may now proceed to make espresso.
Keeping it clean:
1 IMPORTANT: the steam nozzle should be cleaned after
each use in order to avoid build up of milk deposits that
are very difficult to clean.
As described in the "DESCRIPTION" section, cleaning is
facilitated thanks to the pannarello being completely
removed by pulling it down.
The outer part of nozzle can be removed by pulling
downward.
The outside of the steam pipe can be cleaned with a damp
cloth.
The steam jet is cleaned by running a shot of steam
through it.
The hole in the steam nozzle must be kept open. A needle
may be used.
2 Clean filter holder and filter in warm water after use.
3 Wipe body of machine with a damp cloth as required.
4 Remove drip tray and plate (5-13) and wash in warm
soapy water. Do not use abrasive substances.
5 If the machine is not used for long periods, remove the
water from the boiler by pressing the hot water/coffee
button and letting an amount of water flow from the
pannarello equal to two cups of cappuccino.
However, do this only after you have filled tank with fresh
water. Never operate pump unless there is water in tank.
6 NOTE: It is very normal for an espresso machine to emit
steam and drip occasionally as the water pressure changes
during use.
Be certain to empty drip tray (13) as required.
Descaling
Limescale normally builds up with the use of the appliance.
The machine needs descaling every 1-2 months (if used)
and/or whenever a reduction in water flow is noticed. Use
the GAGGIA descaling product only.
NOTE: In case of conflict, priority must be given to what is
indicated in the operation and maintenance manual over
the instructions provided on separately sold accessories
and materials.
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Be very careful not to touch
the steam wand: could
be hot!
Air intake to be kept clean and
free from residues.