Bialetti Moka Express User manual

Moka Express
The Moka Express stovetop coffee maker produces rich, authentic
Italian coffee in just minutes. The aluminium pot features Bialetti’s
distinctive 8-sided design for optimal performance.
Material: Food Grade Aluminium Alloy
Induction Compatible: No
Dishwasher Safe: No
Hand Wash: Yes
Capacity
Size
(ml)
Height to
rim
(cm)
Width of
base
(cm)
Spout to
handle
(cm)
1-cup
60
10
6.5
13
2-cups
120
11.5
7.5
15
3-cups
180
12.5
8.5
16.5
4-cups
220
15
9
17
6-cups
340
17
10
19
9-cups
540
20.5
10.8
20
12-cups
720
24
12.5
22
18-cups
1000
27
12.5
23
(Please note the max. boiler capacity is slightly greater than the final output. Some water will be left in the boiler
after brewing.)

Before first use
1. Remove all labels and packaging.
2. Hand wash all parts with warm water.
3. Make one pot of just water and then one of coffee to season the pot.
Follow to use instructions below for each cycle.

To use
1. Fill the lower chamber with cold water just below the valve.
2. Insert the funnel and fill it with ground coffee (do not tamp). Remove any coffee
grounds on the edge of the funnel.
3. Tightly screw the upper part of the pot on to the base. Avoid using the handle for
leverage.
4. Select burner size to fit bottom of pot. For gas stovetop, make sure the flame is not
larger than bottom of pot. The flame should not come around the sides of the pot.
5. Place pot on the stovetop until the water boils and coffee begins to come out of the
centre post. There will be a gurgling sound during this process.
6. When the top of the pot is full of coffee, remove from stove. Hazel brown foam
appears just seconds before the coffee is completely done.
7. Before pouring coffee, stir it in the upper chamber with a small spoon to equalize all
the different coffee layers for optimum flavour.
Cleaning
Wash by hand with warm water.
Dry thoroughly with towel.
Do not reassemble the product until all parts are completely dry to avoid oxidation.
Do not use soap or detergent.
Do not use in dishwasher.
Do not use steel wool or other abrasive products.
Tips/precautions
Use coffee ground specifically for a stovetop coffee maker. Don't use too fine ground
coffee or it will taste burnt.
Periodically check the funnel, the filter plate and the washer for wear. Over time, they
may need to be replaced.
Never use the pot without water, if the pot burns dry it will need to be replaced.
Never use other contents besides coffee like teas, cacao powder or instant coffee as it
will clog the filter plate.
If the heat is too high, coffee may have a burnt taste.
Store coffee grounds in airtight container, away from sunlight.
These instructions are intended as a guide only. No responsibility will be taken by Coffea for
misinterpretation of these guides.