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Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR SUNBEAM
ESPRESSO MACHINE.
• Always place the unit on a flat, level surface.
• Do not operate without water in reservoir.
• Do not remove the filter holder during water flow or
coffee flow as the unit is under pressure. Removing
the filter holder during operation can lead to a
scalding or injury.
• Clean the steam nozzle only when the unit has been
switched off and allowed to cool.
• Disconnect the plug from the power outlet if there
is any problem during the coffee making process or
prior to cleaning your appliance.
• Do not allow the power cord to come into contact
with the hot parts of the appliance (cup warming
plate, filter holder, steam nozzle).
• Keep hands away from hot parts of the appliance,
including the cup warming plate, filter holder and
steam nozzle.
• Misuse may potentially cause injury or physical
damage to the user.
• The heating element surface is subject to residual
heating after use.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
• Do not place in a cabinet when in use.
Selecting the right coffee
The Coffee
The coffee should be freshly ground and dark
roasted. You may want to try a French or
Italian roast ground for espresso. Pre-ground
coffee will only retain its flavour for 7–8
days, provided it is stored in an airtight
container and in a cool, dark area. Do not
store in refrigerator or freezer. Whole beans
are recommended to be ground just before
use. Coffee beans stored in an airtight
container will keep its flavour for up to 4
weeks.
The Grind
This is a vital step in the espresso making
process if you are grinding your own coffee
and takes practice. The coffee must be of a
fine grind.
• The correct grind should look like salt.
• If the grind is too fine, the water will not flow
through the coffee even under pressure.
These grinds look like powder and feel like
flour when rubbed between fingers.
• If the grind is too coarse, the water flows
through the coffee too fast, preventing a full-
flavoured extraction.
Be sure to use a quality grinder for uniform
consistency. A conical or burr mill grinder
is recommended for a consistent and fine
espresso grind.
If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance,
please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line.
Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.
Sunbeam is very safety conscious when designing
and manufacturing consumer products, but it is
essential that the product user also exercise care
when using an electrical appliance. Listed below
are precautions which are essential for the safe
use of an electrical appliance:
• Read carefully and save all the instructions
provided with an appliance.
• Always turn the power off at the power outlet
before you insert or remove a plug. Remove
by grasping the plug - do not pull on the cord.
• Turn the power off and remove the plug when
the appliance is not in use and before cleaning.
• Do not use your appliance with an extension cord
unless this cord has been checked and tested by
a qualified technician or service person.
• Always use your appliance from a power outlet of
the voltage (A.C. only) marked on the appliance.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be
high when the appliance is operating.
• Never leave an appliance unattended while
in use.
• Do not use an appliance for any purpose
other than its intended use.
• Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas
flame, electric element or on a heated oven.
• Do not place on top of any other appliance.
• Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang
over the edge of a table or bench top or touch
any hot surface.
• Do not operate any electrical appliance with
a damaged cord or after the appliance has
been damaged in any manner. If damage is
suspected, return the appliance to the nearest
Sunbeam Appointed Service Centre
for examination, repair or adjustment.
• For additional protection, Sunbeam
recommend the use of a residual current
device (RCD) with a tripping current not
exceeding 30mA in the electrical circuit
supplying power to your appliances.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water
or any other liquid unless recommended.
• Appliances are not intended to be operated
by means of an external timer or separate
remote control system.
• This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such
as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and
other working environments; farm houses; by
clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments; bed and breakfast type
environments.
