7.5 Preparing coffee
Use the portafilter with 1 spout and the corresponding filter 1 cup for the preparation of 1 cup.
Use the portafilter with 2 spouts and the big filter 2 cups for the preparation of 2 cups.
1. Fill the basket with fresh espresso grounds. The reference line inside the filter basket can help
you find the right amount of coffee (image 8.
2. Press the ground coffee with the tamper.
3. Insert filter holder into the brew group.
4. Place an empty espresso cup/cups below the filter holder spout.
5. Pull the group lever up and wait for the coffee to flow from the spouts until the desired
amount is reached.
6. Push the group lever completely down to its original position.
7. When brewing is complete, remove the portafilter and discard coffee grounds.
Image 8
Reference line for the
desired ground coffee
in your basket
Important
Do not leave the lever in intermediate position to prevent malfunction of the brew group.
7.6 Dispensing of hot water
1. To deliver water into a jug, pot or cup, push down the hot water valve lever until reaching the
desired amount of water.
2. Put the hot water valve lever to its original position.
Risk of injury
Ensure that the hot water nozzle of the dispenser is placed into the water container in
order to avoid injuries due to hot water spray or spillage.
7.7 Dispensing steam
The Makina espresso machine S7 PROPID is able to provide large amounts of steam. Thanks to the
generic 3 liter copper boiler and the powerful 1800 W heating element. The Makina S7 PROPID is a
semi professional espresso coffee machine. It can prepare frothed milk within seconds. However,
frothing milk needs some practice. Try to not boil the milk, if you do the milk will not froth.
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