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User Manual for the following models: Vip Line Kate - PL82T Dimensions: 33.5x27.5x44 cm Net weight: 12 kg Power supply: 230V 50Hz/ 120V 60Hz Power output: 1200 W Pump pressure: 15 bar Water Tank Capacity: 2,5 lt Brass boiler capacity: 300 ml...
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The materials used meet very high standards of quality and reliability to provide you with durable, and long- lasting products. Write down the serial number of your product Serial number Purchased from Date of purchase For more information, please register your product on care.lelit.com...
Lelit Espresso - English Index Safety notes Main specifications LCC - Lelit Control Center Product overview Instructions for use The art of Espresso coffee Cleaning and maintenance Solving the most common problems Warranty terms...
VIP Line - Kate - PL82T Safety notes Warnings, please read carefully before use. This espresso machine is suitable for the preparation of 1 or 2 cups of coffee; it is equipped with a multi-directional wand for dispensing steam and hot water. The controls on the front panel have easy understandable symbols.
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Lelit Espresso - English IMPORTANT or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they SAFEGUARDS understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
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VIP Line - Kate - PL82T - Any use other than that described - All the packing material (plastic above is improper and could be ha- bags, polystyrene, etc.) should be zardous; the manufacturer accepts no kept out of the reach of children. liability whatsoever for any damage - No liability is accepted for the use arising from improper use of the ap-...
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Lelit Espresso - English first, then plug cord into the wall table or counter. outlet. - The use of accessory attachments - To disconnect the appliance, turn not recommended by the appliance any control to “off”, then remove manufacturer may result in fire, elec- plug from wall outlet.
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VIP Line - Kate - PL82T - To protect against fire, electric shock - Never direct the steam or water and injury to persons do not im- spray towards your body. merse cord, plugs in water or other - Be careful when touching the steam/ liquid.
Lelit Espresso - English Main specifications We design our machines based on our customers’ needs. We are sure that the features selected for this model will meet all your wishes, so you can make perfect tasting espresso for yourself and your guests.
VIP Line - Kate - PL82T LCC - Lelit Control Center LCC (Lelit Control Center) is the brain of the new Lelit espresso machines. It has an elegant, graphic LED display of the latest generation. It controls all the functions of the machine and allows you to adjust the settings, as well as giving valuable tips on how to achieve the best results.
VIP Line - Kate - PL82T Instructions for use Lelit coffee machines are not automatic. To make a good cup of coffee, you must know how to use them properly and will need a bit of practice. Follow the instructions carefully. You can also refer to the Quick start guide where you will find illustrated instructions.
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(plug) into the wall socket. D.2 Turn on the espresso machine by pressing the main on/off switch (3). The display (15) will show the Lelit logo, the three switches and the gauge will go on for a short time.
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VIP Line - Kate - PL82T Note. This procedure helps filling the hydraulic circuit completely and rinsing the circuit itself. Hot water E.4 Place a jug under the steam/hot water wand (17). E.5 Press the hot water switch (7). The pump starts and the water icon appears on the display (15), accompanied by the indication to rotate the steam/hot wa- ter knob (13).
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Lelit Espresso - English F.1 Turn on the espresso machine by pressing the main on/off switch (3). The display (15) will show the Lelit logo, the three switches and the gauge will go on for a short time. F.2 Insert the filter holder (e) without coffee firmly onto the coffee distribution group (16), so as to align the handle with the padlock symbol on it.
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VIP Line - Kate - PL82T decrease or increase the grinding time. H.3 Three seconds after the last press of a button, LCC stores the data and exits from settings mode. Grind and distributing the coffee I.1 Insert the selected filter into the hot filter holder (e). I.2 Check that the hopper is filled with beans and that it has the cover (1).
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Lelit Espresso - English Note. To prepare a good espresso, the coffee pump pressure gauge (14) must be in the green zone, while dispensing is in progress. for experts Steam and hot water The device is equipped with a steam/hot water wand that can foam the milk to perfection, produc-ing the creamy and compact foam that is the mark of the real cappuccino.
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Adjusting the LCC settings The LCC - Lelit Control Center (15) has pre-set default settings. Here you can discover how to ad-just them. Changing the factory settings M.1 Press the “-” button to enter settings mode, and scroll through the menu.
Espresso. Coffee should always be pressing, water temperature and pres- ground just before it is used so that it sure, not just to make an Espresso, but preserves its taste and aroma. The Lelit...
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VIP Line - Kate - PL82T to make the one that is just right for you. Robusta 5- Manutenzione (Maintenance) It is grown between 200/600 m Spicy aroma. Daily maintenance, scheduled mainte- Caffeine between 1.8 ~ 4% nance and care of the machine will ensure the quality of the beverage and the dura- bility of the product you have purchased.
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The best jug, on the other hand, is one made of stainless steel, provided with a spout, such as Lelit models (codes PLA301L - PLA301M - PLA301S - not in- cluded). The level of milk should never exceed half the volume of the jug.
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VIP Line - Kate - PL82T the jug to create a vortex. Heat the milk to the desired temperature, without ex- ceeding 65°C. Close the steam. Prepare the milk by first tapping the jug on the countertop to remove any air bubbles and then rotating it to keep the milk and froth well amalgamated.
Use a soft cloth, preferably microfiber, like the Lelit cloth (Cleaning Kit code PLA9101 - not included), and moisten it with plain water. Do not use abrasi- ve detergents and do not immerse the machine in water.
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This is done very easily, simply by fol- of our Lelit resin filter to soften the lowing the instructions on the sachet. water. Please insert the filter in the...
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Lelit Espresso - English starches with a very high absorbing tes completely through the mills. power for oils and fats. e) Fill the hopper (2) with coffee beans. Passing through the mills the cry- f) Throw away the first couple of por- stals clean away the coffee deposits tions of ground coffee.
VIP Line - Kate - PL82T Solving the most common problems We recommend careful reading of this guide in order to solve the most common problems before referring to an authorised service centre. The coffee is too cold when dispensed The machine has not yet reached its operating Follow the instructions in the “Prepare an temperature.
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Lelit Espresso - English The coffee grinder does not grind coffee Dirty grinding blades (oils and fats deposits of Carry out the grinding blades cleaning, see coffee residues). the user manual (Cleaning of the mills) for the opera-ting instructions. The grinding blades are too close, they are Adjust the setting to obtain a coarser grinding.
VIP Line - Kate - PL82T Warranty terms Legal warranty This product is covered by the warran- ty laws valid in the country where the product has been sold; specific infor- mation about the warranty terms can be given by the seller or by the importer in the country where the product has been purchased.
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Lelit Espresso - English IMPORTANT INFORMATION For the correct disposal of the product in accordance with EU DI- RECTIVE 2002/96/EC and with Legislative Decree no. 151 of 25 July 2005. At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste.
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