GeekChef GCF20BP User Manual page 8

Over Extracted Zone
The gauge needle, when positioned in the upper zone during extraction process, it
indicates that the extraction pressure is too high.
This happens when the water flow through the ground coffee is too slow, results in
over extraction, which makes the espresso dark, bitter and uneven crema.
Causes for over-extraction include too fine ground coffee and/or too much ground
coffee in the filter and/or over tamping.
PREPARING THE ESPRESSO
1. Remove the filter holder and fill the filter with coffee grounds using the Measure
Scoop provided with the machine.
Note :
mend 14g) for each cup. The quantity will vary according to your
preferences.
2. Press the coffee into the filter with the Measure Scoop. The coffee must be pressed
evenly to obtain a well levelled and flat surface. Remove any coffee residue from
the edge of the Filter holder.
HOW TO USE
Add one measuring spoon of coffee grounds (we recom-
Ground Coffce
Filter
10
15
5
20
0
Ground Coffce
7
Ground Coffce
Filter Filter