Selec Ti N G Th E Ri G H T Co Ff Ee - Oster BVSTEM6601 Instruction Manual

SELEC TI N G TH E RI G H T CO FF EE

THE COFFEE
The coffee should be freshly ground and dark roasted. You may want to try a French
or Italian roast ground for espresso. Pre-ground coffee will only retain its flavor for
7 – 8 days, provided it is stored in an airtight container and in a cool, dark area. Do
not store in a refrigerator or freezer. Whole beans are recommended to be ground
just before use. Coffee beans stored in an airtight container will keep its flavor for up
to 4 weeks.
THE GRIND
This is a vital step in the espresso making process if you are grinding your own coffee
and takes practice. The coffee must be of a fine grind.
• The correct grind should look like salt.
• If the grind is too fine, the water will not flow through the coffee even under pressure.
These grinds look like powder and feel like flour when rubbed between fingers.
• If the grind is too coarse, the water flows through the coffee too fast, preventing a
full-flavored extraction.
Be sure to use a quality grinder for uniform consistency.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FILLING THE WATER RESERVOIR
A. Fill the reservoir with water, you may either use a jar to fill it
up or remove it from the unit and then fill it up under the tap. If
you have removed it from the unit to fill up with water, please
make sure to place it back tightly in its place. Fill the reservoir
with the desired amount of water ensuring NOT past the
"MAX" line on the reservoir. Never use warm or hot water to
fill the water reservoir.
B. Close the water reservoir lid and place it back in the unit
ensuring it fits tightly.
FILLING THE MILK RESERVOIR
If you plan to prepare cappuccino or latte, remove the milk
reservoir from the unit and open the lid then pour the quantity
of cold milk you estimate you will need , ensuring NOT past the
"Max" level. When done, place the milk reservoir back in the unit
ensuring it fits tightly, and the Cappuccino and Latte buttons are
illuminated or pulsing.
NOTE: You can use any type of milk per your preference, i.e.
whole milk, low fat milk, organic or soy milk.
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CHOOSING THE FILTER
Select the filter to be used as follows:
a. FOR A SINGLE SHOT – use the filter for a single shot of espresso if using ground
coffee.
b. FOR A DOUBLE SHOT OR TWO SINGLE SHOTS – use filter for a double shot.
INSERTING THE FILTER
a. To insert the selected filter in the porta-filter, make sure to align the notch on the filter
with the groove inside the porta-filter.
b. Turn the filter to the left or right to lock in place. This will help secure the filter in the
porta-filter.
NOTE: To remove and clean the filter, turn filter to the left or right to align the filter notch
with the groove inside the porta-filter.
WARNING: Make sure the filter has cooled before attempting to remove the filter.
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