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4. APPLICATION
•
Caution!
The steam duct and the filter
holder heat up whilst the coffee
machine is working and there is a risk
of burning.
•
Warning!
Whilst the coffee machine is
working under pressure there is a
danger of burning. When you prepare
coffee, the control lever must be
completely closed as shown in the
OPERATION section.
•
Do not heat inflammable liquids with the
steamer.
•
Only clean the steamer when the coffee
machine is disconnected.
Safety instructions for cleaning and
maintenance tasks
•
In the event of a fault and/or poor
operation, switch the appliance off,
unplug it and do not try to repair it. Go
to an authorised technical Assistance
Centre and request that original spares
and accessories are used.
•
Do not use the coffee machine if the
cable or the plug is damaged.
•
Do not attempt to substitute the cable
as this can be dangerous. Send it to an
authorised technical Assistance Centre
immediately.
•
Disconnect the appliance from the
network after each use and before any
maintenance and cleaning.
•
Never plug in or unplug the appliance
with wet hands.
•
Do not unplug the coffee machine by
pulling on the cable.
•
Do not allow the coffee machine, the
cable or the plug to get damp.
•
Never submerge the appliance in
water or any other liquid.
•
The coffee machine can only be used to
make coffee, to froth milk or heat water
according to these instructions.
•
This coffee machine is only for domestic
use. Responsibilities will not be
accepted for damage caused by using
the appliance for other ends, incorrect
use or repairs by who are not experts.
The coffee machine has been designed for
several applications depending on the
different types of coffee available on the
market. Consequently, it can be used to
prepare exquisite espresso coffee, white
coffee, espresso coffee with frothy milk or
any other type of coffee drink.
The taste of the coffee will always depend
on several factors which should always be
taken into account when selecting the
coffee, namely:
- The origin of the coffee
- The type of grinding
- The type of measure
Other aspects which should be considered
when preparing coffee are:
- Use an appropriate measure of coffee
- Press the coffee properly
- Use good quality water
Combine these factors according to your
taste.
You can also prepare a cappuccino or heat
a drink with the steamer.
Below there are a few suggestions which
we’re sure you’ll love.
ITALIAN "STRETO" ESPRESSO:
1 cup
• Coffee:
- 1 measure of ground coffee,
well pressed, or
- 1 single weak measure, or
- 1 hard single measure (E.S.E)
• Water: 30-40ml
"STRETO" ESPRESSO:
1 cup
• Coffee:
- 1 measure of ground coffee,
well pressed, or
- 1 single weak measure, or
- 1 hard single measure (E.S.E)
• Water: 40-50ml
"STRETO" ESPRESSO:
2 cups
• Coffee:
- 2 measures of ground coffee, medium
pressed, or
- 2 single weak measures, or
- 2 hard single measures (E.S.E)
• Water: 40-50ml / per cup
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