Mr. Coffee ECM20 - Manual (Page 8)

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6. When the espresso has stopped flowing into the carafe, turn the control knob to the “OFF”
position. Unplug the power cord and allow the machine to cool. Do not remove reservoir cap
or brew basket until the pressure in the machine has been released. Follow procedures in
the section marked “C
AUTION : P RESSURE ” on Page 6.
C AUTION : Do not remove reservoir cap or brew basket at any time while the
appliance is under pressure or until the appliance has cooled down. Follow the
procedures marked “C
AUTION : P RESSURE ” on Page 6 to relieve the pressure
before removing the reservoir cap or brew basket.
7. After the machine has cooled down and all pressure has been relieved, remove the brew basket
from the brew head. Using the retainer clip to secure the filter in the filter holder, turn the brew
basket upside down to empty. Rinse the filter and brew basket with water.
C AUTION : The metal parts of the brew basket might still be very hot. Make sure
to use the filter retainer clip when discarding the grounds. Cool these parts
by running under cold water.
8. For cleaning instructions, refer to Page 11.
H
OW TO
M
AK E
C
APPUC CINO
Cappuccino is espresso topped with steamed and frothed milk. Frothing milk for cappuccino takes
practice. Do not be discouraged if it is not perfect the first time. The milk should be half steamed
(bottom of pitcher) and half froth (top of pitcher) . It may take a few times before you perfect this process.
For best results, we recommend frothing the milk in a separate pitcher and pouring the milk into
your coffee. The milk and pitcher should be cold. Do not use a pitcher which has just been washed
in warm water. We also recommend a stainless steel frothing pitcher and a beverage thermometer,
if you own one, for preparing the best froth and steamed milk.
1. The first step in making cappuccino is to make espresso. Therefore, fill the glass carafe with
cold water to the designated marking for the desired number of servings. Never use warm
or hot water to fill the water reservoir. (See Chart from “How to Brew Espresso” on Page 8)
2. Follow steps 1 – 5 in “Brewing Espresso” on Page 8.
3. Fill a small stainless steel or ceramic pitcher 1/2 full with cold milk and set next to machine.
Skim or 2% milk will be the easiest to froth.
S ERVINGS E SPRESSO C APPUCCINO
2 2 cup marking on carafe Midpoint between 2 and 4 cup mark
on carafe
4 4 cup marking on carafe Top of metal band on carafe
(This symbol is on your unit)
L O C K
R OTATE F ILTER H OLDER
TO H ERE
3. Remove the water reservoir cap and pour the water into the water reservoir. Be sure to accurately
measure the amount of water needed. Do not fill to the top of the reservoir or there will not
be enough area to generate steam.
C
AUTION : Do not pour water into the tank while the appliance is on. Check to make sure
the control knob is in the “OFF” position.
4. Screw the cap back on top of the water reservoir. Make sure it is on tight.
P REPARING THE C OFFEE
1. Place the filter in the brew basket.
2. Fill with fresh, fine ground espresso coffee to the 2 or 4 cup mark of the filter. Do not fill above
the 4 cup markings. Clean any excess coffee from the rim of the filter holder. This will assure
proper fit under the brew head.
A TTENTION :
Gently tamp or compress coffee. Do not overfill the filter basket.
This might cause clogging or overflow.
3. Position brew basket underneath the brew head,
attach brew basket by first moving retainer clip back,
position handle to far left until it fits into the groove.
Then, slowly turn to right until brew basket is
located at lock position.
B
REWING
E
SPRESSO
ATTENTION: IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO MAKE CAPPUCCINO,
PLEASE REFER TO THE NEXT SECTION “HOW TO MAKE CAPPUCCINO.”
1. Make sure the drip grid is in place on the drip tray.
2. Place the cover on the carafe so the lid opening faces the spout, and set it on the drip tray.
The handle of the brew basket and the handle of the decanter should be in alignment.
3. Make sure the control knob is in the “OFF” position.
4. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet and rotate the control knob upward to the
symbol, which begins the brewing process. The light will illuminate to let you know
that the machine is on.
5. Espresso will begin to flow into the carafe in about three to five minutes.