Capresso 117 User Manual Download Page 10

C) Sealing ring inside brew head is dirty.

Remove the screen in the brew head by removing the center screw, clean 
and replace the sealing ring. 

Caution:

HOT

.

D) Sealing ring no longer has elasticity.

Sealing ring must be replaced. Contact Customer Service to order. 

Loud pump noise

A) No water in container.

Fill with water.

B) Water container not in correct position.

Raise water container and put into the correct position.

Very little or no coffee flows through the portafilter

A) No water in container.

Fill the container with water.

B) The screen inside the brew head is blocked

Brew water through the screen without the portafilter inserted. If no water 
comes through, unscrew the screen and clean and replace.

C) The sieve is blocked. 

Clean the sieve, insert into the portafilter and pump water through without 
coffee. If no water comes through the sieve call Customer Service (see 
chapter 17) 

for a replacement sieve. 

Espresso brews out only as drops

A) Coffee grounds are too fine or packed down too firmly.

Do not tamp coffee grounds so firmly. Use a coarser grind of coffee.

B) Machine blocked by calcium deposits. 

Decalcify the appliance. See chapter 13.

No crema

A) Coffee old or too dry.

Use fresh coffee.

B) Coffee not pushed down firmly enough. Water pushes through the coffee 

too fast.

Tamp coffee grounds more firmly. Use a finer grind.

C) Coffee too coarse.

Use a finer grind.

D) Coffee blend not suited to espresso coffee.

Change brand of espresso.

Espresso not hot enough

Pre-warm cups and system,  see chapter 5.

No steam from the steam tube

Tip of steam tube is blocked. See chapter 9. If no steam comes out of the 
steam tube, then decalcify the steam tube. If the appliance is still blocked, 
call Jura Capresso customer service, see chapter 17.

Not enough froth when frothing milk

A) Milk not fresh.

Use fresh milk.

B) Milk not suitable.

Use milk with no more than 1.5% fat content.

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Summary of Contents for 117

Page 1: ...Model 117 Instructions Warranty EC5O Stainless Steel Pump Espresso Cappuccino Machine ...

Page 2: ... the cord into the wall outlet To disconnect turn any control OFF then remove plug from wall outlet 12 Do not use appliance for other than intended use 13 Use extreme caution when dispensing hot steam 14 For household use only SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS 1 A short power supply cord or detachable power supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangl...

Page 3: ... when the appliance is not under pressure and the ON OFF switch is in the OFF position 9 Follow the instructions for Decalcifying TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Important Safeguards 2 Reference Images 4 1 The Capresso EC50 Espresso Cappuccino Machine 5 2 Before Using for the First Time 5 3 Filling the Water Container 5 4 Control Panel 5 5 Warming the Internal Components and Cups 6 6 Filling and Inserting ...

Page 4: ...ortafilter i Thumb Guard j Brew Head with Screen and Center Screw k Selector Dial Coffee Steam l Steam Symbol m Coffee Symbol n Ready indicator p Measuring Scoop with Tamper not shown Steam Wand remove Black Frothing Sleeve for steaming only Align bump on sieve with notch in the portafilter Insert and twist Dual function sieve for 1 or 2 cups bump notch Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4 b d e l k n m h g f j i c ...

Page 5: ...p of crema coffee possible Not only will your EC50 make perfect espresso but in seconds the easy to use frothing system can add frothed milk to your espresso and turn it into a delicious cappuccino 2 Before Using for the First Time After carefully unpacking your EC50 wash all removable parts with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly Familiarize yourself with the appliance and read the instruction...

Page 6: ...ime the portafilter can be moved closer to the LOCK position g Place one or two espresso cups underneath the portafilter At this time the blue READY light illuminates h Turn the Selector Dial to the right cup symbol Hot water will be pumped through the filter into the cups i Turn the Selector Dial to the middle position to stop the flow of hot water j Empty the cups and remove the portafilter All ...

Page 7: ...ill produce the most froth and provide a stronger espresso taste 1 and 2 milk will produce less froth and whole milk will produce less than half the amount of froth of skim milk a Fill a stainless steel pitcher with 6 to 8 oz of milk this will provide enough froth for two to three cups of cappuccino Make sure that there is enough space left in the pitcher for the milk and milk froth to expand TIP ...

Page 8: ... Dial to the middle position Replace the black frothing sleeve Caution the frothing wand may be hot Note If no steam comes out of the steam wand hardened milk blocks its path Turn the Selector Dial to the middle position Carefully use a needle to loosen the milk residue Then steam again 10 Preparing Latte Latte is the combination of one or two shots of espresso with an equal or larger amount of ho...

Page 9: ...e residue with a damp cloth c Fill the water container with the decalcifying solution d Place a large bowl beneath the brew head e Push the On Off button and turn the Selector Dial to the Cup symbol Allow 1 3 to 1 2 of the solution to be pumped through the system and the brew head Note There is no need to wait for the blue ready light to illuminate f Turn the Selector Dial to the middle position t...

Page 10: ...rough the sieve call Customer Service see chapter 17 for a replacement sieve Espresso brews out only as drops A Coffee grounds are too fine or packed down too firmly Do not tamp coffee grounds so firmly Use a coarser grind of coffee B Machine blocked by calcium deposits Decalcify the appliance See chapter 13 No crema A Coffee old or too dry Use fresh coffee B Coffee not pushed down firmly enough W...

Page 11: ...e add sugar to taste Espresso ristretto Strong taste only about 1 ounce add sugar to taste Espresso lungo Medium strong taste 2 to 2 1 2 ounces Cappuccino Prepare one or two shots of espresso in a pre warmed cappuccino cup Add steamed and frothed milk to taste Garnish with cocoa powder or chocolate sprinkles Latte Prepare one or two shots of espresso in a large cup Prepare steamed milk Fill the re...

Page 12: ...lity in connection with the sale of the machine JURA CAPRESSO expressly disclaims liability for incidental and consequential dam ages caused by the machine The term incidental damages refers to the loss of the original purchasers time loss of the use of the machine or other costs relating to the care and custody of the machine The term consequential damages refers to the cost of repairing or repla...

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