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Cuisinart ESPRESSO BAR EM-640 Series Instruction/Recipe Booklet

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E S P R E S S O B A R ™
Grind & Brew
Espresso Machine
EM-640 SERIES
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always
read the instruction book carefully before using.
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  • Page 1 E S P R E S S O B A R ™ Grind & Brew Espresso Machine EM-640 SERIES Instruction & Recipe Booklet For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

  • Page 2: Important Safeguards

    17. Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. To We at Cuisinart are very safety conscious. We design unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. and manufacture consumer products with the safety Never pull from the power cord.

  • Page 3: Special Safety Instructions

    WARNING: To avoid the risk of injury, do not open the brew chamber during the brew process. NOTE: For safety reasons it is recommended you plug your Cuisinart appliance directly into the power outlet. Use in conjunction with a power strip or extension cord is not recommended.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents NOTE: the Charcoal Water Filter and Filter Holder are stored inside the water tank. Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 We suggest you save all packing materials in the event that future shipping of the machine is needed.
  • Page 5 Element 4: Tamping the Coffee Grounds If you choose to use ground espresso, tamping the coffee is a very important part of the coffee making process. Using the provided tamping tool, tamp (press down) the grounds with moderate pressure. Add more coffee and tamp again if necessary to bring coffee to level.

  • Page 6: Features And Benefits, Diagram

    Features and Benefits 12. Control Panel See detailed illustration on page 7. 1. Hopper Lid 13. Steam & Hot Water Wand Seals out moisture and air to keep beans fresh. Use to steam milk for cappuccinos and lattes 2. Bean Hopper or dispense hot water.

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Control Panel

    Getting to Know Your 5. Clean/Descale Indicator 6. Add Water Indicator Control Panel 7. Steam or Hot Water Control Switch 1. Power/Off Button Use to activate steam or hot water. Use to turn the espresso maker on and off. 7A. Steam This button illuminates when pressed.

  • Page 8: Accessories

    Accessories 9. Charcoal Water Filter 10. Charcoal Water Filter Holder Dosing Guide 11. Frothing Pitcher 2. Single Shot Espresso Filter Use the 1-cup filter basket for a single espresso. 12. Accessory Storage Tray Holds accessories when not in use. 3. Double Shot Espresso Filter Stores in unit for convenient access.

  • Page 9: Charcoal Water Filter

    Replacement filters can be purchased in stores, by calling Cuisinart Customer Service, or at www. cuisinart.com NOTE: The unit will not function unless the water reservoir is properly in place and has water in the reservoir.

  • Page 10: Programming Your Espresso Machine

    Espresso Machine reference. Run a Rinse Cycle The Cuisinart Espresso Bar™ Grind & Brew Espresso Machine has programming capabilities. Based on 1. Insert the plug into a power outlet. Press the café settings, the Single and Double Dose Brew Start power button once to turn the espresso machine espresso functions are set at 1.0 and 2.0 oz.
  • Page 11 2. Place a cup under the bottomless portafilter. the double espresso operation has been programmed and stored into the machine’s memory. 5. The espresso machine will then return to normal operation mode and is ready to make another espresso at the push of a button. Resetting the Factory Settings To revert to the original factory settings: 3.

  • Page 12: Guide To The Perfect Espresso

    Guide to the Perfect NOTE: To cancel grinding, press the selected grind start button once. Espresso NOTE: Use the Manual Grind function to customize 1. Placing cups on the warming plate before brewing the amount ground desired. To begin, press and hold will help preserve the crema of the espresso.

  • Page 13: Cold Extraction

    NOTE: When using manual operation, you must press 3. Move the Steam/Hot Water switch up to Steam the button once to start the pour and again to stop position. The Steam light will be breathing. the pour. 4. Purge the steam wand of any water with the steam 16.

  • Page 14: Using The Hot Water Function

    Cleaning the Outer Housing/Cup 12. Remove the pitcher, immediately wipe the Warming Plate steam nozzle and wand with a clean • The outer housing and cup warming plate can be damp cloth, and purge cleaned with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use any scouring agents or harsh cleaners.
  • Page 15 Cleaning the Hopper NOTE: The bean hopper and bean hopper lid can be washed by hand with hot, soapy water. Dry • Be sure the unit is off and unplugged. thoroughly. • Beans can be removed from the hopper by lifting off Decalcification the lid and rotating the knob to the unlock position.

  • Page 16: Warranty

    Product was another identical or reasonably equivalent product, or purchased in its original, sealed packaging, unless if Cuisinart is unable to repair or replace the Product, otherwise specified in this Limited Warranty. This refund the purchase price, less the amount directly attributable to the consumer’s prior usage of the...
  • Page 17 PERIOD. NO WARRANTIES APPLY AFTER THAT PERIOD. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. CUISINART’S RESPONSIBILITY UNDER THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, IMPLIED OR EXPRESS, IS LIMITED TO REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND, AS SET FORTH ABOVE.

  • Page 18: Recipes

    A macchiato is a smaller espresso drink topped with a little bit of foamed milk. There are many Golden Latte ............21 interpretations around the world, but here at Cuisinart, we are staying traditional, starting Café con Leche ..........21 with the perfect espresso. Chocolate Hazelnut Mocha ......21 Makes 1 serving White Chocolate-Raspberry Mocha ....

  • Page 19: Café Latte

    Cortado 3. Slowly pour about 3 ounces of the steamed milk into the mug with the espresso and then spoon 3 A cortado is similar to a latte, but instead of being to 4 tablespoons of frothed milk on top. heavy on milk, it uses equal parts espresso and milk 4.

  • Page 20: Salted Caramel Latte

    Pistachio Latte ½ cup water ½ cup granulated sugar Sweet, nutty, and simple—skip the coffee shop Latte: and make this latte part of your morning routine. Ground espresso for a single shot Makes 1 latte ounces milk tablespoons store-bought pistachio syrup tablespoons Autumn Spice Simple Syrup Ground espresso for a double shot (see above)

  • Page 21: Honey Halvah Latte

    Honey Halvah Latte Café con Leche Halvah, a popular Middle Eastern treat made Start your morning off right with this traditional with tahini, is the star of this cozy iced latte that Spanish-style espresso drink. showcases a perfect balance of savory and sweet. Makes 1 serving Makes 1 serving Ground espresso for a double shot...

  • Page 22: White Chocolate-Raspberry Mocha

    White Chocolate-Raspberry Iced Chocolate Latte Mint Cookie Latte Smooth white chocolate truffle blends with tangy Nostalgic flavors come together in this delightfully raspberry jam in this delectable latte. sweet iced latte. Makes 1 latte Makes 1 iced latte tablespoon seedless raspberry jam tablespoon chocolate syrup, plus white chocolate truffle additional for drizzling...

  • Page 23: Espresso Tonic

    extremely cold, about 20 seconds. container, cover, and chill completely before using. 4. To serve, pour over ice. 2. Brew a double espresso using the Cold Extraction setting. NOTE: Simple syrup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. 3.

  • Page 24: Carajillo

    Carajillo 1. Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the walls of two glasses and fill with ice. Spanish in origin, this two-ingredient coffee 2. Put the espresso, Irish cream, vodka, and coffee cocktail is a delicious and lighter alternative liqueur into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. to an espresso martini.

  • Page 25: Crema Di Caffe

    5. Whisk the gelato base, and then freeze in a 3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker. Churn until thickened, mascarpone, one-third at a time, until completely about 40 minutes. The gelato will have a soft, incorporated.
  • Page 26 Notes...
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  • Page 28 ©2025 Cuisinart Glendale, AZ 85307 Printed in China 24CE93199 IB-18598...

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