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User Manual MECHANIKA V SLIM
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Caution!
If the group lever is not moved into the lower position properly, hot water and grounds will squirt out of
the brew group while taking out the portafilter. This may cause injuries.
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Only freshly ground coffee allows for an optimal coffee result. Therefore, use a professional
coffee grinder. In our assortment you will find several professional and compact coffee grinders.
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We recommend using a stainless steel tamper with a diameter of 58 mm for optimum tamping.
6.4 Dispensing of hot water
1
Place an adequate water container (with a heat-insulated handle) under the hot water dispenser. After having
moved the power switch into the lower position, you can dispense water (e. g. for tea) by opening the hot water
lever.
2
After dispensing water, switch the machine on again. The boiler will be filled with fresh water automatically.
When the machine is switched off, more hot water can be dispensed.
However, one does not necessarily have to switch off the machine for dispensing hot water.
Caution!
Place the nozzle of the dispenser into the water container in order to avoid injuries due to hot water
spillings.
6.5 Dispensing of steam
The MECHANIKA V SLIM makes it possible to generate large amounts of steam in order to heat or froth beverages,
e. g. milk or punch. It is a professional and compact espresso coffee machine with an enormous steam volume.
Therfore, within a few seconds you can prepare milk froth. Please pay attention to the instructions below. Do not
bring the milk to a boil, otherwise frothing milk will not be possible.
1
Important:
In order to get the best result when frothing milk, open the steam lever for approx. 5 seconds to
release the condensation water in the pipe.
2
Immerse the steam nozzle (at the end of the steam dispenser) in the liquid.
3
Re-open the steam handle / steam lever.
4
Heat and/or froth the liquid.
5
After frothing or heating, release the steam into the drip tray to keep the holes of the steam nozzle clean.
Risk of injury
Always keep the steam nozzle underneath the surface of the liquid while heating or frothing in order
to avoid sprayings.
Important
After every application clean the steam nozzle and the steam dispenser with a non-abrasive, damp
cloth; Thus removes possible liquid residues.
Risk of injury
Avoid skin contact with the steam dispenser while cleaning!
7 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Regular and accurate care is very important for the performance, the longevity and the safety of your machine.