Cuisinart Buona Tazza Operational manual

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION/RECIPE
BOOKLET
Buona Tazza™Super Automatic Single Serve
Espresso, Caffè Latte & Cappuccino Maker
EM-500 SERIES

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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
We at Cuisinart are very safety conscious. We
design and manufacture consumer products
with the safety of you, our valued customer,
foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you
exercise a degree of care when using electrical
appliances and adhere to the following
precautions.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. CAREFULLY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING APPLIANCE, AND
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
2. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts, and before
cleaning the appliance.
3. To protect against fire, electrical shock and
injury to persons do not immerse the
appliance, cord or plug in water or any
other liquid.
4. This appliance is for household use only.
5. Do not operate the unit with the brewing
head open.
6. Do not use this appliance for anything other
than its intended use.
7. This appliance should not be used by or
near children or individuals with certain
disabilities.
8. Do not leave the appliance unattended
when in use.
9. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles
or knobs.
10. Always use the appliance on a dry,
level surface.
11. To disconnect, turn all controls off, then
remove plug from power outlet.
12. Do not place this appliance on or near a
hot gas or electric burner, or where it could
touch a heated oven.
13. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a
table or counter or touch hot surfaces or
become knotted.
14. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by Cuisinart may cause a
risk of injury to persons, fire or electrical
shock.
15. Strictly follow cleaning and care instructions.
16. Do not use this appliance for anything other
than its intended use. Do not use in moving
vehicles or boats.
17. Do not use outdoors.
18. Always switch the appliance off, and then
remove plug from the power outlet when
the appliance is not being used and before
cleaning.
19. An extension cord is not recommended.
However, if one is needed, the extension
cord should be a grounded type and its
electrical rating must be the same or higher
wattage as the appliance. Regularly inspect
the supply cord, plug and actual appliance
for any damage. If found damaged in any
way, immediately cease use of the
appliance and call Cuisinart Customer
Service at 1-800-726-0190.
20. For any maintenance other than cleaning,
call Cuisinart Customer Service at 1-800-
726-0190.
21. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
22. Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions, or has been
damaged in any manner. Return appliance
to the nearest authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
23. Do not operate your appliance in an
appliance garage or under a wall cabinet.
When storing in an appliance garage
always unplug the unit from the
electrical outlet. Not doing so could
create a risk of fire, especially if the
appliance touches the walls of the garage
or the door touches the unit as it closes.

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SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
ONLY
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
fire or electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
SPECIAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Use only cold water in the water reservoir.
Do not use any other liquid.
2. Never use the machine without water in it.
3. Scalding may occur if the brewing head is
opened during brewing cycle.
NOTE: For safety reasons it is recommended
you plug your Cuisinart appliance directly into
the power outlet. Use in conjunction with a
power strip or extension cord is not
recommended.
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer extension cords are available and may
be used if care is exercised in their use.
If a long extension cord is used, the marked
electrical rating of the extension cord must be
at least as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance. The extension cord should be a
grounding-type 3-wire cord, and the longer
cord should be arranged so that it will not
drape over the countertop or tabletop where
it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
NOTICE
If you have a
die-cast metal unit,
for your protection
it is equipped with
a 3-conductor cord
set that has
a molded 3-prong
grounding-type
plug, and should
be used in combi-
nation with a
properly connected
grounding-type
outlet as shown
in Figure A.
If a grounding-type outlet is not available, an
adapter, as shown in Figure B, may be
obtained so that a 2-slot wall outlet can be
used with a 3-prong plug. As shown in Figure
C, the adapter must be grounded by
attaching its grounding lug under the screw of
the outlet cover plate. NOTE: Do not remove
the grounding prong.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
A.
Circuit Grounding
Conductor
Connected
Properly
Grounding
Prong B.
Adapter
Grounding Lug
C.
Cover
Mounting
Screw
Cover of
Grounded
Outlet Box

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CAUTION: Before using an adapter, it must
be determined that the outlet cover plate
screw is properly grounded. If in doubt,
consult a licensed electrician. Never use
an adapter unless you are sure it is
properly grounded.
Note: Use of an adapter is not permitted in
Canada.
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards................... 2
Unpacking Instructions ................. 4
Introduction .......................... 4
Features and Benefits .................. 5
Preparing Your Espresso Machine ........ 6
Using Your Espresso Machine ........... 6
Programming ......................... 7
Steam ................................7
Cappuccino or Latte ....................7
Temperature Controls....................8
Cleaning and Maintenance .............. 8
Troubleshooting ........................9
Recipes ............................ 10
Warranty ............................ 17
IMPORTANT UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the box on a large, sturdy, flat surface.
2. Remove the instruction book and any
other literature.
3. Remove the sample pack of illy’s
iperEspresso capsules.
4. Turn the box so that the backside of the
machine is down, and slice the espresso
maker from the box.
5. After the espresso maker has been removed,
place the box and the side pulp-molded
inserts out of the way.
6. Remove all packing materials, tape, etc.
We suggest you save all packing materials in
the event that future shipping of the machine
is needed. Keep all plastic bags away from
children.
INTRODUCTION
Cuisinart and illy are proud to introduce this
Buona Tazza
™
Super Automatic Single Serve
Espresso, Caffè Latte, and Cappuccino Maker
powered by Cuisinart and featuring illy’s propri-
etary iperEspresso capsule system. This
combines Cuisinart’s excellence in coffeemak-
ers and illy’s legendary coffee heritage to bring
the pleasure of savoring the rich, smooth taste
of illy to the comfort of your own home.

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1. Water Reservoir Lid
2.
Removable 34-ounce Water Reservoir
3. Cup-Warming Plate
Convenient place to warm cups.
4. 19 Bar Pump (not shown)
5. Brew Head Lever
Use the die-cast metal lever to open and
close the brew head.
6. Brew Head
7.
Brewing Spout
Strategically positioned for optimal results.
8. Used Capsule Container
(Also contains some residual liquid left after
brewing.)
9. Espresso Cup Tray
Folds up when taller mugs need to be used.
10. Drip Tray Grate
11. Latte and Cappuccino Tray/Removable
Drip Tray
12. Travel Mug Tray
13. Removable 22-ounce Milk Tank
Store in refrigerator.
14. Milk Tank Cover with Removable
Parts, i.e. Steam Wand, Lid, Tube, etc.
15. Milk Tank Connector
16. Steam Control Dial
To control air/froth in milk.
17. Burst of Steam (not shown)
Patented technology automatically cleans
steam wand after each milk cycle.
18. Power Switch
19. Short Espresso Button
20. Long Espresso Button
21. Manual/Adjustable Strength Control/
Programmable Button
22. Steam Button
23. Cappuccino Button
24. Latte Button
25. Hot Setting Button
Default coffee temperature setting.
26. Extra-Hot Setting Button
Select for hotter coffee temperature, and wait
just a few seconds for heat-up.
27. Energy Saver Mode (not shown)
Saves 50% of power after 30 min. non-use.
28. Auto Off Mode (not shown)
Shuts off after 60 min. non-use.
29. Power Cord (not shown)
30. BPA Free (not shown)
All materials that come in contact with liquid
are BPA free.
31. 14-Capsule Pack (not shown)
Choose from a variety of 100% Arabica
flavors!

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PREPARING YOUR
ESPRESSO MACHINE
1. Place the espresso machine on a dry, stable
countertop or other flat, sturdy surface
where you will be using the machine.
IMPORTANT: For first-time use or if the
machine has not been used for some time,
it is important that it is rinsed as follows:
2. Remove the lid of the water reservoir.
Using the handle, lift the water reservoir off
the base and fill with fresh, cold drinking
water. Replace the water reservoir on the
base, and cover with the lid. Using the
tracks as a guide, slide the water reservoir
back into position and push down firmly
to engage.
Important: The unit will not function unless
the water reservoir is properly in place.
3. Insert the plug into a power outlet. Press
the power button once to turn the espresso
machine on. All of the controls on the front
of the machine will flash while it’s pre-
heating. Lights will turn steady when the
unit is in ready mode (approximately
1 minute).
4. Make sure the drip tray and grate are in
place.
5. Place a mug on the drip tray.
6. Press the Manual button and allow the
water to run through for approximately 5 to
10 seconds. Press once more to stop.
7. Place espresso cups on the warming plate.
8. The machine is now in preheat/ready mode
and ready to use.
NOTE: If the water reservoir is empty, the unit will
not function. The Short , Long , Manual ,
and Steam LEDs will flash. Turn off the
machine, fill the water reservoir, and turn the
machine back on.
USING YOUR
ESPRESSO MACHINE
Always make sure you have water in the
reservoir, a capsule in the brew head, and
that the appropriate tray is being used.
NOTE: This machine is designed
exclusively for use with illy’s iperEspresso
capsules. Any other type of capsule, pod,
or coffee cannot be used.
Single or Double Pre-Programmed
Espresso
1. Using the lever, open the brew head, insert
a capsule, and close the brew head.
2. With an espresso cup on the espresso cup
tray, select either a SHORT (1.5 ounces)
or LONG (3 ounces) espresso. (The
selected function and Hot Temperature
setting LEDs remain on, while all the other
LEDs are off. Once all LEDs are on again,
the machine is ready for the next cycle.)
NOTE: As part of illy patented technology in the
iperEspresso capsule, the brewing process is
completely self-contained in the capsule and
does not get into the brew head. So there is no
need to rinse in between cycles as there will be
no transfer of flavor.
Manual/Adjustable Strength Control
Programmable
1. Using the lever, open the brew head, insert
a capsule, and close the brew head.
2.
For adjustable strength control, use the
MANUAL button to adjust the length of
time espresso is dispensing – the longer
you allow it to flow, the
lighter it will be.
Press the to start
dispensing. When your
cup is filled to desired
level, press again to stop.

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PROGRAMMING A
CUSTOM SETTING
At ready mode, hold and
press MANUAL for 3
seconds to customize the
SHORT and LONG
output.
1. , , are ON. If no
action within 30 seconds,
unit returns to preheat/
ready mode.
--OR--
2. Press or button.
a. or and LED remains on.
b. Espresso is dispensed.
c. When desired amount is dispersed into
cup, press or again. That will be
the programmed amount.
d. If no action during dispensing within
90 seconds, unit returns to preheat/
ready mode.
To reset to factory setting at
ready mode, press and hold
and or at the
same time for 3 seconds.
1. ,and and LEDS flash 3 times.
2. Default setting is on and unit will return to
preheat/ready mode.
STEAM
1. Remove the milk tank by holding the milk
tank and cover, and pull away from the
machine. Remove the cover and pour milk
into the tank, above min. fill line (5 ounces)
but not exceeding the max. fill line
(22
ounces)
. Replace the cover and align the milk
tank to the connector on the side of the
machine, and push in to install. Place a mug
on the drip tray and position the steam wand
into the mug. Press the
STEAM button to start
steaming, and use the steam
control dial to control the air/
foam. Press
again to stop
steaming.
NOTE: Turning the steam control dial to the right
lessens the amount of air/foam. Less air will result
in a higher temperature of milk.
2. To steam using water (as a
cleaning function), make
sure water is in the milk tank.
Press to start and stop
steaming.
CAPPUCCINO or LATTE
1. Using the lever, open the brew head, insert a
capsule, and close the brew head.
2. Be sure there is milk in the
milk tank and tank is
properly installed (see
steam section).
3. Place a mug on the drip
tray, and position the
steam wand in the mug.
4.
Use the steam control dial
to select the amount of air/
froth you want.
5. Press either the
Cappuccino or Latte
button. The amount of
foam will vary, but a
cappuccino requires more
foam than a latte, while the
latte will use more milk.
6. The foamed milk will be
dispensed into the mug,
followed by Cuisinart’s
patented Burst of Steam feature that quickly
cleans the steam wand. Espresso is then
immediately dispensed.
Tips for creating a perfect froth:
Milk frothing is the steaming of milk. The steam
does two things; it heats milk and it mixes in air
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perfecting the art of milk texturing takes
practice, but the results are well worth it!
Use cold, refrigerated milk in the milk tank.
Any type of milk may be used, but for best
results, skim is recommended.
Keep in mind that the milk volume will
increase during frothing, so use a large
enough mug.
NOTE: If the milk tank is not installed or
placed in the unit correctly, the STEAM ,
CAPPUCCINO and LATTE LEDs will not
light. Only lit LEDs are active functions.
TEMPERATURE
CONTROLS
Hot is the default
setting. If Extra Hot is
desired, press the
button and allow less than
10 seconds for the
temperature to rise. The
flashing light will turn steady when it has
reached temperature.
Energy Saver Mode
After 30 minutes of non-use the espresso
machine will automatically switch to sleep
mode and all the control lights will be
dimmed by about 50%. When any button is
pressed, the espresso machine will return to
preheat mode and all the lights will flash.
The machine is ready to operate when all
the lights are steady again.
Auto-Off Mode
Following the
30-minute Energy
Saver cycle, if there
is an additional 30
minutes of non-use,
the espresso machine
will turn off. Press the power button to turn
on again.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning External Parts
We recommend regular cleaning of the
espresso maker’s external components.
1. Never immerse the machine in water or
other liquids. The housing and external parts
may be cleaned with a soapy, damp, non-
abrasive cloth.
2. To remove the drip tray, simply slide it
toward you, keeping it level at all times in
order to prevent spills. The drip tray and drip
tray plate are dishwasher safe. Do not clean
drip tray with cleansers, steel wool pads or
other abrasive materials.
Cleaning the Water Reservoir
It is normal over time for discoloration,
spotting or staining to appear in the water
reservoir. Results will vary depending on the
mineral content of the bottled or filtered
water used but will not affect the operation
of the machine. However, be sure to clean
the water reservoir regularly to minimize
build up.
Clean inside the water reservoir with a damp,
lint-free cloth as necessary.
Cleaning the Milk Tank
Disassemble all of the removable parts and
clean in the sink or dishwasher (top rack
only).
Decalcification
Mineral content in water varies from place to
place. Depending on the mineral content of
the water in your area, calcium deposits or
scale may build up in your machine. Though
scale is non-toxic, it can hinder performance.
De-scaling the machine will help maintain
the heating element and other parts that
come in contact with water.
For optimal performance, de-scale your
machine every 3 to 6 months. It is possible
for calcium to build up faster, making it
necessary to de-scale more often.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
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