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Maximatic Owner’s Book Product information Manual Barista tips OWNER MAXIMATIC Nº DATE OF PURCHASE Glarnerland...
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‘gusto’ thanks to the great variety of espresso roasts and kinds of milk. This is how the relationship between you and the Olympia Maximatic will stay fascinating and long lasting. Our espresso machines have been built with Swiss precision for over 90 years.
This manual includes the instructions, notes of safety for the use of the Maximatic espresso machine as well 01 Olympia Express as a written guarantee (inserted as a card). Furthermore you...
• When the machine is switched on, your Maximatic rience and knowledge if they have been supervised can get very hot. Please only touch the machine at...
• If the power cord of this machine is damaged, it must • Do not transport the Maximatic when it is heated. be replaced by the manufacturer or its customer ser- Always protect the Maximatic from frost. Freezing vice or a similarly qualified person to avoid hazards.
No compromise. For more than 90 years, perfect materials and workmanship have been top priority at Olympia Express. Each and every tiny detail is constantly rethought and, if necessary, optimized. This is why Olympia Express was the first manufacturer to be using chrome steel water tanks, which meet the strict hygienic and technical demands of our engineers.
It is our pleasure to an nounce, that since 2018, we have been able to offer our custom - ers the newest Maximatic model – the best Maximatic that has ever existed! We wish you many enjoyable hours with her.
The smallest dual-circuit machine in the world. The Maximatic is the right machine for those, who seek a little more convenience. This electric, semi automatic espresso machine is so handy and small that it almost fi ts on an a4- sized piece of paper.
The Maximatic has two water tanks: The fresh water tank and the boiler. The fresh water tank can house 3.17 pints and be refilled while the Maximatic is in operation. Via a closed piping system, the water is lead from this tank through the boiler.
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“A lady back in 1991 at Starbucks coffee informed me if you are looking for the best home espresso machine get an Olympia.” (Olympia Express-Client from the USA, December 2006) 01 interior view, from above 02 interior view, from the side Technical Specifi...
(“flush”) without using a basket. Use the hot water to preheat in the extraction button switches on and off. This shows a cup. Place the cups on the top shelf of your Maximatic to that the automatic regulation of the boiler in the machine is preheat them.
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In the case of the espresso being unsatisfactory, please turn to page 32 “Judging the result” in order to find out what the factor may have been. Owner’s Book • 02 Maximatic...
Immediately after the use, release remaining steam from the steam wand and 149 °F clean it with a damp cloth. By doing so, dirt and limestone will not build up around its tip or the inside. Owner’s Book • 02 Maximatic...
This means that it switches itself off after one for this. As soon as the basket holes get bigger or the baskets hour of non-use. Your Maximatic can of course be switched on are squashed on the sides, we suggest exchanging them for again afterwards.
03 Espresso. The importance of The importance of the water. the bean. The quality of the water used is very important for the prepara- Most available coffee blends sold consist of two different tion of a good espresso. It is important not to use hard water, so coffee blends, which differentiate in taste, caffeine amount the taste and the aroma of the ground beans can fully unfold.
Judging the result. Inadequately brewed espresso grind Appearance: Light, watery, coarse bubbled froth, thin crema and quickly disappearing aroma. Reason Solution Espresso too coarse Grind the espresso finer Espresso amount too little Increase the amount of espresso ground Espresso tamped either too Tamp the espresso harder little or not at all Water temperature below 190.4 °F...
Espresso richness. The Italian bar is a popular place to enjoy small refreshments: Caffè macchiato the obligatory espresso, which in Italy is simply called “caffè”, An espresso with a shot of hot milk, a “maculate coffee” a glass of wine and of course hot debates about important or because the milk leaves a small white spot on the espresso.
04 First aid and more. Tips. Problem Reason Solution No Aroma Poorly stored espresso Do not stock too much at once Open espresso packaging only before use Do not grind too much espresso Oily bubbles on the crema Grinding burs are blocked up or worn out Clean the grinding burs or replace them Unsatisfactory espresso taste Encrusted filter...
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Problem Reason Solution Espresso flows out of the side of the Portafilter is not inserted properly inspect portafilter portafilter Too much espresso in the basket Check the amount of espresso The edge of the portafilter is dirty Clean the edge of the portafilter Gasket is blocked Replace gasket Machine is leaking- wate runder...
Further reading on espresso. Ideas and suggestions. Thomas Leeb, Ingo Rogalla When developing our products, we at Olympia Express think «Perfekt zubereitet. Kaffee, Espresso & Barista» first and foremost about the needs and wishes of our customers. TomTom Verlag, München 2002 Hence, if you have any ideas or would like to make suggestions or tell us about your experiences with this machine –...
Before you dispose a Olympia Express machine make inquiries whether there is a possibility to maintain or repair the machine. Olympia Express machines older than 50 years can be maintained and repaired due to the robust design. The symbol of the crossed out bin on wheels signals that in the European Union the product must be disposed of in separated waste.
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Control elements Front view 1 Boiler top 8 Brew group 2 Water level indicator 9 Portafilter handle 3 Steam tab 10 Spout 4 On/Off button 11 Steam wand 5 Extraction button 12 Steam nozzle and Control lamp 13 Drip tray 6 Portafilter 14 Fresh water tank lid 7 Pressure gauge...
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They work with passion and Swiss precision. The use of first class materials and com- ponents developed by Olympia Express results in compact machines and grinders with a noble look, unique quality and an extraordinary longevity.
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