Now the coffee machine is ready to be connected to the mains power supply. 4.3 Mains connection Electricity can be dangerous! Therefore, always strictly abide by the safety rules. N e v e r u s e d e f e c t i v e c o r d s ! Defective cords and plugs must be immediately replaced by an Authorised Service Centre. The coffee machine must be plugged into a suitable electric socket. The voltage of the appliance is factory set. Check that the mains voltage matches the rating specified on the identification plate on the bottom of the appliance. • Before plugging in the machine, make sure the ON/OFF switch is not pressed (2). ENGLISH • Insert the plug into a suitable electric socket. 4.4 Filling the water tank • (Fig.1) -Remove the water tank (1). An automatic device will raise the water intake tube. • (Fig.2) -Rinse out the tank and fill it with fresh drinking water, taking care not to overfill. • (Fig.3) -Fit the tank back in place; press firmly to activate the automatic device, which will immerse the intake tube in the water. Always fill the tank with fresh, still drinking water. Hot water and/or other liquids may damage the tank. Always make sure that there is sufficient water in the tank before starting the machine. 4.5 Loading the circuit Before starting the machine, if it has been inoperative for a long time and all the water has been used up, you must reload the circuit. • (Fig.4) -Press the ON/OFF switch (2). The light (3) will go on. • (Fig.5) -Place a container beneath the steam tube. Turn the “hot water/steam” knob (7) counterclockwise to open. • (Fig.6) -Press the coffee switch (4). • Wait until a steady stream of water flows from the steam tube (“pannarello”). • Press the coffee switch (4) again. Turn the “hot water/steam” knob (7) clockwise to shut off flow (Fig.7). Remove the container. • 23 • ENGLISH The machine is now ready to dispense coffee and steam; for a description of machine functions, see the specific sections. MAKING COFFEE Warning! While the brew unit is operating it is forbidden to remove the “Crema” filter holder by manually turning it clockwise. Danger of burns! • During this operation the temperature ready light (5) may go on and off; this is normal and not to be considered a fault. • Before using the machine, make sure that the hot water/steam knob (7) is closed and that there is a sufficient amount of water in the tank. • (Fig.4) -If the machine is off, turn it on by pressing the ON/OFF switch (2); the light (3) will go on. • Wait until the temperature ready light (5) goes on; now the machine is ready to dispense coffee. • (Fig.8) -Place the filter (13) inside the “Crema” filter holder (12). • (Fig.10) -Fit the “Crema” filter holder into the brew unit (8) from below. • (Fig.11) -Turn the filter holder from left to right until it locks into place. • Let go of the handle of the “Crema” filter holder. An automatic system will now cause the handle to shift slightly back to the left. This serves to ensure that the “Crema” filter will function perfectly. • (Fig.13) -Preheat the “Crema” filter holder by pressing the coffee switch (4); water will start to come out of the Making coffee “Crema” filter holder (this operation is only necessary for the first cup of coffee). • After allowing 50cc of water to flow out, press the coffee switch (4) again to shut off the flow of hot water. • (Fig.15) -Remove the “Crema” filter holder from the machine by turning it from right to left and empty out any water inside it. • Thanks to the special “Crema” filter holder (12) supplied with your machine, you need not change the filter when you switch between one and two cups of coffee. • (Fig.9) -Pour 1 or 2 level measures of ground coffee in the filter, depending on whether you want to make one or two cups of coffee; wipe the edge of the filter holder clean of any coffee grounds. • (Fig.10) - Fit the “Crema” filter holder into the brew unit (8) from below. • (Fig.11) - Turn the filter holder from left to right until it locks into place. • (Fig.12) -Place 1 or 2 preheated cups beneath the “Crema” filter; make sure that you position them properly under the coffee outlets. • (Fig.13) - Press the coffee button (4). • When you have dispensed the desired amount of coffee, press the coffee button (4) again to stop flow and remove the cups containing the coffee (Fig.14). • (Fig.15) -After making coffee, wait a few seconds, remove the “Crema” filter holder and empty out the used grounds. • 24 • Choosing the type of coffee - Making cappuccino ENGLISH Cleaning note: keep the coffee filter clean by detaching it from the “Crema” filter holder and washing it with drinking water (Fig.16). 6 CHOOSING THE TYPE OF COFFEE -TIPS Generally speaking, you can use any type of commercially available coffee. However, coffee is a natural product and its flavour will vary depending on where it comes from and the blend used; it is thus a good idea to try out different types until you find the one that best suits your personal taste. Fo...