DeLonghi Icona ECO310 Espresso Machine Manual

ESPRESSO DRINKS

This short guide is not intended to explain all the functions of the appliance. Please read all the owner's instruction booklet before use.

	Espresso A small 1 or 2 oz. shot of pressure brewed espresso using approximately 1 Tbsp. of finely ground coffee.		Italian Macchiato A single or double espresso topped with a dollop of heated milk and served in a traditional espresso cup.
	Cappuccino A single espresso shot topped with equal parts steamed and frothed milk (in a ratio of 1: 1: 1) served in a 4 to 6 ounce cup.		Espresso Lungo From 3 oz. up to 4 oz. of brewed espresso using finely ground coffee.
	Café Latte A double espresso shot topped with steamed milk to fill; a ratio of 2: 1 of milk to espresso is typical.		Americano 1 / 3 of espresso lungo and 2 / 3 of hot water.
	Caffee' Mocha This drink is based on layers of chocolate, milk, espresso and cream. Ingredients in a glass, prepare hot, frothed milk, let it cool. Pour the chocolate sauce into a different glass, carefully pour the milk. Slowly add the espresso. Top off with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate flakes. Ingredients: 1 oz. of espresso coffee 4 oz. of hot milk 1 – 2 tablespoons of cold chocolate sauce Whipped cream Chocolate flakes		Caramel Macchiato A tasty variation of latte macchiato with the addition of caramel syrup Ingredients. Pour the caramel syrup down the inside of the glass. Pour first the cold milk and then the whisked hot milk into the glass. Add the milk foam. Prepare the espresso and pour it into the glass. Add a bonnet of milk foam. Ingredients: 1 oz. of espresso coffee 1 oz. of cold milk 5 oz. of hot milk Caramel syrup

... more recipes at: coffeemakers.delonghi.us/coffee-recipes-0

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only!

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS

CAREFULLY READ AND KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

MACHINE SET UP

1. Remove tank, fill with water and replace.
   
   
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3. Place cup under boiler.
   
   
4. Press ON button, unit is heating up.
   
   
5. When OK light is green, push button.
   
   
6. Wait until water is delivered, then press button to stop the flow.
   

BREWING ESPRESSO Using Pre-Ground Espresso

1. Use correct filter, base on one or two cup.
   
   
2. Tamp the coffee.
   
   
3. Attach filter holder in place into boiler outlet.
   
   
4. Turn right to lock into position.
   
   
5. 1 CUP
   
   
   2 CUPS
   
   
6. When OK light is green, push button to start coffee delivery. And when the desired amount is reached, push again to stop.
   
7. 
   
   Brew 1 or 2 Espresso at one time.
   

BREWING CAPPUCCINO or LATTE

Refer to previous section BREWING ESPRESSO for the espresso related part.

1. Fill 1 /3 of the pitcher, 3.5 oz. for Cappuccino, 6 oz. for Latte.
   
   
2. Push button.
   
   
3. Wait for OK light to turn green.
   
   
4. Be sure frother is immersed in milk, but not beyond the highlighted mark on the spout
   
   
5. Turn the steam dial to the desired level of foam and hold carafe in position.
   
   
6. Prepare the coffee as described in the previous sections. Brew in a larger cup.
   
   
7. Pour the milk over the espresso and enjoy!
   

Tip for the BEST CAPPUCCINO:
Use Skim or 2% Milk at Refrigerator Temperature (about 41F/5C)

DELIVERING HOT WATER

Delivering hot water

1. Place a container under the spout (as close as possible to avoid splashes).
2. Push on button and wait until OK light turns green.
3. Push on button and turn the steam dial to the position. Water runs out of the spout.
4. Close the steam dial and press the button when the desired amount of water has been delivered.

Danger of burns.
Never leave the machine unsupervised while delivering hot water or steam. The spout becomes hot during delivery. Hold by the handle only.

CLEANING and MAINTENANCE: FILTER

1. Remove steel filter cup from the steel filter holder.
   
   
2. Unscrew cap from the steel filter cup.
   
   
3. Remove gasket from the steel filter cup.
   
   
4. Remove the filter from the the gasket.
   
   
5. Remove the stainless-steel filter off the plastic disc.
   
   
6. Clean steel filter with a brush and the holes with a needle.
   
   
7. Replace the filter and plastic disk into the gasket. Make sure to insert the pin on the plastic disk into the hole in the gasket.
   
   
8. Replace the assembly in the steel filter cup, making sure the pin is inserted in the hole in the support. Finally, screw on the cap.
   

Note: If the filter is not cleaned and assembled properly, it could effect the crema of the espresso. The filter assembly must be cleaned (every 200 coffees.)

CLEANING and MAINTENANCE: DESCAILING

Descaling
You must descale the coffee machine about every 200 coffees.

Descaler contains acids which may irritate the skin and eyes. It is vital to respect the manufacturer's safety warnings given on the descaler pack and the warnings relating to the procedure to follow in the event of contact with the skin and eyes.
NOTE: Failure to descale the appliance as described above voids the guarantee.

1. Turn the machine on.
2. Completely empty the water tank (A) and remove the water filter (if present).
3. Pour the descaler (B) and water (C) into the tank, according to the manual instructions.
4. Place an empty container (D) with a minimum capacity of 50 oz under the hot water spout and boiler outlet.
5. When OK light is green, press button. Solution will come out from the boiler outlet.
6. Turn the steam dial to allow solution to come out from the frother spout. Turn off steam dial and push button. Let unit rest for 15 minutes.
   
   Danger of Burns
   Hot water containing acid flows from the spout. Avoid contact with splashes of water.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until water tank is empty (don't wait 15 minutes between steps).
8. To eliminate the solution and lime scale residues, rinse the tank and fill it with fresh water (without descaler); empty the containers and place them under the boiler outlet and hot water spout.
9. Press button until water tank is empty.
10. Repeat steps 8 and 9.

The appliance is now ready for use. Repairs to the coffee machine relative to lime scale problems are not covered by the warranty if the descaling procedure described above is not performed on a regular basis.

Barista Tips for Café Quality Espresso & Cappuccino at Home. Simply

How to brew the Perfect CAPPUCCINO
Frothing the Milk
Fill a milk pitcher 1/3 of the way (a stainless steel pitcher will give you the best results) with milk. Submerge the frothing wand in the milk and turn the machine to steam function. Simply hold the pitcher in place and the wand will create rich, frothy cappuccino milk without moving the pitcher. As a guide, when the pitcher begins to get too hot to hold, that's a good sign that your milk has reached the right temperature.
Keep in mind, the authentic cappuccino temperature is lower than than the temperature of the milk drinks usually served at coffee shops. This is to preserve the nutritious elements of milk and enhance the taste of the drink.

Tips for the Perfect Froth
While you can use any type of milk with your machine, traditional cow's milk is recommended for the best results. The fat content will help determine final resulting foam. Whatever milk you choose, keep it cold until it's time to steam.

How to brew the Perfect ESPRESSO
The Perfect Grind
It is best to grind just before you brew for freshness and the most flavor, as once the bean is ground it begins to lose its best flavor quickly. A burr grinder gives you the most even grind which leads to the most uniform espresso extraction, and best experience. Cleaning your grinder and machine regularly will help ensure you're always getting the best taste and performance. If your espresso is flowing too quickly and you aren't getting the rich crema, your grind may be too fine. If your espresso is coming out too slowly, your grind may be too coarse. Typically the ideal espresso grind should be the same consistency as a fine sand.

The Perfect Tamping
Use 1 scoop of grinds per espresso. 1 shot =1 scoop, 2 shots = 2 scoops. Make sure you never overfill your filter.
Distribute the grounds evenly around the basket. Lay the filter basket on a flat surface, like a table, and tamp with an even, medium amount of pressure.

The Perfect Brew
If you prefer a stronger espresso, you can stop the shot sooner for a more concentrated brew. If you tend to like your brew more mild, you can let your shot run a little longer.

Espresso Temperature
The perfect temperature of espresso is lower than the typical filter coffee. Keeping up with the maintenance and descaling of your machine will help ensure that you're consistently brewing your espresso at the right temperature.

BEANS: Choosing and Storing your espresso beans
Types of Beans
There are seemingly dozens of varieties of coffee beans to choose from, but really, there are just 2 categories to consider. These can be found alone or sometimes as a blend.

Another characteristic of your coffee bean is the roast. While typically an espresso is made with a medium to dark roast, you can use any to suit your preference.

Tip: The highest quality, whole bean coffee, is sold in flexible, laminated packages, with a small one way valve located on the package. This valve is where the air is removed from the package, giving the bag an irregular surface. This container preserves the beans the best and the longest, up to 2 years (if unopened).

Whatever your choice, remember, Espresso is a drink, not a roasting level or type of bean. You can make an espresso with any type of coffee bean.

How to Store
It's best to keep your coffee, either whole bean or already ground, in an airtight container in a cabinet or dark cool area. Never freeze your coffee. It's important to keep you coffee away from air, moisture, heat and light to preserve it's freshness.

If you have any questions, your local coffee shop barista can be a great resource.

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