Capresso Stainless Steel Pump Espresso & Cappuccino Machine EC5O - Manual (Page 5)

1. The EC50 Stainless Steel Espresso & Cappuccino Machine
Thank you for purchasing the Capresso EC50 Stainless Steel Espresso &
Cappuccino Machine. For Warranty please see the end of this booklet. For
accessories and parts please contact Customer Service or order on our
website: www.capresso.com
Experts consider brewing coffee under high pressure to be the ideal process to
extract maximum flavor and aroma. The difference between espresso and
conventional coffee is that espresso requires a shorter brewing time. This is
also the reason that espresso contains approximately 30% less caffeine than
conventional filter coffee. If possible, use thick-sided, pre-heated espresso/
cappuccino cups which stay hot longer. Add the sugar before pouring espresso
into the cup or simply shake some sugar briefly into the cup, stirring just once
or twice, otherwise too much flavor escapes. The Capresso EC50 produces
perfect espresso – coffee with a thick, foamy layer on top called “crema.” The
“crema” traps the fine aromatics and the light gaseous flavors that register on
the palate. The “crema” keeps flavor locked in that would otherwise escape.
The high pressure and short brewing time prevent the extraction of bitter oils
and release less caffeine than other brewing methods. Whether you are brewing
a small 1 oz. shot of espresso or a larger cup of pressure brewed coffee, your
EC50 will produce the absolute freshest and most aromatic cup of “crema”
coffee possible. Not only will your EC50 make perfect espresso, but in seconds
the easy to use frothing system can add frothed milk to your espresso and turn
it into a delicious cappuccino.
2. Before Using for the First Time
After carefully unpacking your EC50, wash all removable parts with warm
soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Familiarize yourself with the appliance and
read the instructions manual. Plug the power cord into a grounded wall outlet
according to the safety instructions. Rinse the internal components before
making espresso. Fill the water container and pump a few ounces of water
through the brew head (Fig.1, j) and the steam wand (Fig.1, c). Follow the
procedures in chapters 4 and 5 without using coffee.
3. Filling the Water Container
Open the water container lid and pull the water container up. Fill the container
with fresh cold water. The water container has a MIN and MAX marking. Place
the container back into the machine, pushing down firmly to engage the base
valve. Make sure the two black hooks on top of the water container are inserted
into the openings in the back of the machine.
4. Control Panel
a. The red ON/OFF switch on the side of the machine turns the machine on
and off. When the machine is switched “ON” the indicator light on the front
of the machine will illuminate red, signifying that the machine is warming up
the thermoblock heating system. The initial heat-up time is under one minute
at normal room temperature. When the indicator light switches from red to
blue the thermoblock is heated and ready to brew. To turn the machine off,
press the ON/OFF switch to “OFF” position.
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