- Ensure that the voltage indicated on the namepla-
te matches the mains voltage before plugging in the
appliance.
- Connect the appliance to a base with an earth socket
withstanding a minimum of 10 amperes.
- The appliance’s plug must fit into the mains socket
properly. Do not alter the plug. Do not use plug adaptors.
- Never use the electric wire to lift up, carry or unplug the
appliance.
- Do not wrap the cable around the appliance.
- Check the condition of the electrical connection cable.
Damaged or tangled cables increase the risk of electric
shock.
- Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
- Do not use the appliance if the cable or plug is damaged.
- If any of the appliance casings breaks, immediately
disconnect the appliance from the mains to prevent the
possibility of an electric shock.
- Do not use the appliance if it has fallen on the floor, if
there are visible signs of damage or if it has a leak.
- Keep the working area clean and well lit. Cluttered and
dark areas invite accidents.
- Do not place the appliance on hot surfaces, such as
cooking plates, gas burners, ovens or similar.
- Keep children and bystanders away when using this
appliance.
-The appliance should be used and kept over a flat and
stable surface.
- Do not use the appliance with damp hands or feet, or
when barefooted.
This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use.
- Do not use the appliance, in the case persons insensiti-
ve to heat (the appliance has heated surfaces).
Use and care:
- Fully unroll the appliance’s power cable before each use.
Do not switch the appliance on without water.
- Do not use the appliance if the on/off switch does not
work.
- Do not move the appliance while in use.
- Respect the MAX and MIN levels
- Disconnect the appliance from the mains when not in
use and before undertaking any cleaning task.
- Unplug the appliance from the mains before refilling the
water tank.
- This appliance should be stored out of reach of children
and/or the disabled.
- Do not store or transport the appliance if it is still hot.
- Keep the appliance in good condition. Check that the
moving parts are not misaligned or locked and make
sure there are no broken parts or anomalies that may
prevent the appliance from operating correctly.
- Never leave the appliance unattended while in use.
- Never leave the appliance connected and unattended if
is not in use. This saves energy and prolongs the life of
the appliance.
- Do not remove the filter holder when coffee is being
made, as at that time it is under pressure.
- Any misuse or failure to follow the instructions for use
renders the guarantee and the manufacturer’s liability
null and void.
Instructions for use
Before use:
- Make sure that all the product’s packaging has been
removed.
- Before connecting the machine, check that the buttons
(F, G) are not pressed, and steam control (Q) is closed
- Before using this product for the first time, it is advisa-
ble to test it only with water.
- Before using the product for the first time, clean the
parts that will come into contact with food in the manner
described in the cleaning section.
Priming the circuit:
This simple operation ensures optimum dispensing and
must be carried out:
-When first starting:
-When the machine has been out of use for a long time
(1 or 2 weeks)
-After making steam
-When the tank has run out of water.
- Fill the receptacle taking care to observe the MAX level
- Connect the appliance to the mains.
- Press the on/off switch (F) to ON position. The (D) pilot
light will come on
- You do not have to wait for the machine to heat up for
this operation
-Without fitting the filter holder (or with the filter holder
fitted, but without coffee), place a recipient under the
steam pipe (I)
- Open the steam knob (Q) by turning counterclockwise.
- Press the coffee switch / water (G) to on position
- Water will exit through the steam pipe. Wait until appro-
ximately one cupful has exited
- To finish serving, back coffee / water switch to OFF po-
sition and close the steam knob (Q) by turning clockwise
This will complete the priming operation.
Filling with water:
- The deposit must be filled with water before turning the
appliance on.
- Remove the water tank.
- Open the cover.
- Fill the deposit taking care to observe the MAX level
(Fig. 1)
- Close the lid.
- Replace the tank in its housing, ensuring that it is well
fitted.
Preparing coffee:
- Before connecting the machine, check that the buttons
(F, G) are not pressed, and steam control (Q) is closed
- Connect the appliance to the mains.
- Remove the filter holder.
- Position the ground coffee filter (M) filter holder
- We recommend using natural toast coffee, as using
roasted coffee may affect the operation of the machine.
- Fill the removable filter with ground coffee (6-7 g per
cup to be prepared).
-If you wish to make 1 coffee, fill the ladle (1 spoonful)
and take the capacity of the measuring spoon as the
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