Cuisinart EM-100 - Manual (Page 9)

2. Once you have dispensed
the required amount of hot
water into the cup or
container, stop the hot water
by turning the function knob
to the off position (29).
3. Remove the cup or
container and swing the
steam/hot water wand over
the drip tray to catch any
drips of water (30).
CLEaNINg aNd
MaINTENaNCE
Always turn the Espresso Maker off and remove
the plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Never immerse unit in water or other liquid. To
clean, simply wipe with a clean damp cloth and
dry before storing.
CLEaNINg THE fILTERS, pORTafILTER
HOLdER aNd BREW HEad
• The stainless steel filters and portafilter holder
should be rinsed under water immediately
after use to remove all coffee particles. You
may also use a cleaning pin to clean the
opening.
• Periodically run water through the machine
with the portafilter holder in place, but without
any ground coffee, to rinse out any lingering
coffee particles. The inside of the brew head
should be wiped with a damp cloth to remove
any coffee particles.
CLEaNINg THE OUTER HOUSINg/CUp
WaRMINg pLaTE
• The outer housing and cup warming plate can
be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use any scouring agents or harsh
cleaners.
CLEaNINg THE dRIp TRay
• The drip tray can be removed after the grate is
removed and then cleaned with a soft, damp
cloth. Do not use any scouring agents or
harsh cleaners.
• The drip tray can be washed in warm soapy
water and rinsed thoroughly. Use a non-
abrasive washing liquid. Do not use any
scouring agents or harsh cleaners.
NOTE: Do not clean any of the parts or
accessories in the dishwasher.
CLEaNINg THE STEaM WaNd
• The steam wand should always be cleaned
after steaming milk.
• Wipe the steam wand with a damp cloth, then
with the steam wand directed back into the
drip tray, momentarily set the function knob to
the hot water setting. This will release any
remaining milk from inside the steam wand.
• Ensure the function knob is in the off position.
Press the power button off, unplug the power
cord and allow the machine to cool.
• If the steam wand remains blocked, use a
cleaning pin to clear the opening.
dECaLCIfICaTION
Decalcification refers to the removal of calcium
deposits that form over time on the metal parts
of the coffeemaker.
For best performance from your espresso
maker, decalcify the unit from time to time. The
frequency depends on the hardness of your tap
water and how often you use the coffeemaker.
To clean, fill the water reservoir to capacity with
a mixture of ¹∕³ white vinegar and ²∕³ water. Be
sure the power button is in the off position, and
the unit is unplugged. Remove the portafilter
holder. Pour the decalcifying agent into the
water reservoir, plug the machine back in, and
power the unit back on. Set the power button to
on and the function knob to the off position.
Place a large container under the brew head
and steam wand. When brewing temperature is
reached, the heating light will switch off. Set the
function knob to the espresso position (show
icon of espresso cup) and let half of the solution
run through the brew head. Set the function
knob to steam position and allow the remaining
solution to run through the steam wand. When
the solution stops running, set the function knob
back to the off position. After decalcifying, let
one cycle of fresh cold water through the unit
before using the unit again to brew coffee.
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