Capresso 119 Instructions Manual page 7

room temperature. When the green READY indicator light illuminates, the
internal components are heated and ready to brew. To turn the machine off,
ensure Brewing Control Knob and Steam Control Knob are in the OFF position
and press the ON/OFF switch on the back of the machine to the OFF position.
4b. The Brewing Control Knob controls the flow of water through the espres-
so. Turn the knob clockwise towards the "Cup icon" to begin the brewing
process and espresso will start to flow.
NOTE: Always turn the Brewing Control Knob to the OFF position before turning
off the machine
4c. The Steam Control Knob controls the output of steam from the frothing
wand. Turn the knob clockwise to increase steam production and control the
rate of steam.
NOTE: Always turn the Steam Control Knob to the OFF position before turning
off the machine.
NOTE: During brewing or steaming, the green READY indicator light may turn off,
specifying the heating system is active and maintaining the proper temperature
for brewing or steaming.
5. Warming Internal Components & Cups
Before making espresso, it is important to pre-warm all the internal components
in the appliance and the cups. This short procedure will add 10° to 15° F to the
first cup of espresso.
1. Make sure the Brewing Control Knob is in the OFF position.
2. Switch ON the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button on the back of the
machine to the ON position. The red POWER indicator light illuminates.
3. Fill the water tank with fresh, cold water as described in chapter 3.
4. Place the sieve inside the portafilter (without coffee) and ensure it is level (Fig. 2)
5. Make sure the thumb guard does not cover the sieve.
6. Align the portafilter to the "Unlock icon" on the left side of the brew head,
while pushing the portafilter up. Turn the portafilter firmly to the right towards
the "Lock icon" on the middle of the brew head, until it feels tight.
NOTE: In the beginning it might not be possible to turn the portafilter all the
way to the "Lock icon" position. Just make sure the portafilter is firmly
placed. Over time the portafilter can be moved closer to the "Lock icon"
position.
7. Place one or two espresso cups underneath the portafilter. At this time the
green READY light illuminates.
8. Turn the Brewing Control Knob clockwise towards the "Cup icon". Hot
water will be pumped through the filter into the cups.
9. Turn the Brewing Control Knob counterclockwise towards the "OFF icon"
"0" to stop the flow of hot water.
CAUTION! Never leave the machine unattended during brewing or steaming.
You always must turn the Brewing Control Knob counterclockwise towards
the "OFF icon" "0" to stop brewing.
10. Empty the cups and remove the portafilter.
All parts are now pre-warmed
TIP! Place espresso cups upside down on the warming plate on top of the
machine. As long as the machine is on, the internal heater will keep the top
plate warm.
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