Emeril Lagasse RETRO User manual

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
MODEL: EM0042-0BL
OWNER’S MANUAL
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
Do not use this appliance until you have read this manual thoroughly.
RETRO
ESPRESSO MACHINE
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Before You Begin
The Emeril LagasseTM Retro Espresso Machine will provide you
many years of reliable service. Before you begin, it’s very
important that you read this entire manual, making certain
that you are totally familiar with this appliance’s operation
and precautions.
Unit Specifications
Model
Number
Power
Supply
Rated
Power
EM0042-0BL 120V~ 60Hz 1350 Watts
RETRO
ESPRESSO MACHINE
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Table of Contents
Unit Specifications 2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4
Parts & Accessories 6
Instructions for Use 7
Before First Use
Auto Shutoff
Filling
Making Espresso
Steam/Hot Water Functions
Tips
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Care & Maintenance 12
Troubleshooting 13
Recycling 14
Warranty 15
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read all instructions before using.
2. To protect yourself from fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, never immerse the appliance
or the power cord in water or other liquids.
3. Avoid contact with moving parts.
4. Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or
if it has been damaged or dropped. Return the appliance to an authorized service facility for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
5. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, injury, or
electric shock.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of the table or counter or touch hot surfaces,
including the stove.
8. Clean the product and all other accessories after each use.
9. iDo not immerse in any liquid.
10. The coffee-maker shall not be placed in a cabinet during use.
11. hThe surfaces of the appliance will get hot. Residual heat will keep the surfaces hot after use.
12. The surface of the heating element is subject to residual heat after use.
13. Use the appliance according to these instructions. Any misuse may cause potential injury,
electric shock or other hazards.
14. This appliance is not intended for use by children or by people with reduced physical, sensory,
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge. Close supervision is necessary
when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
15. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
16. 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.
17. To disconnect, turn any control to “OFF”, then remove plug from wall outlet.
Please Read and Save this Use and Care Book.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Safety Features
POLARIZED PLUG (120V models only)
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer
cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There
are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.
ELECTRICAL CORD
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If a long detachable extension cord is used:
a) The marked electrical rating of the power cord or extension cord should
be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
b) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a
grounding-type 3-wire cord.
c) The 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.
Note: This appliance has important markings on the plug blade. The attachment plug
or entire cord set (if plug is molded onto cord) is not suitable for replacement.
If damaged, the appliance shall be replaced.
SAVE THIS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
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Parts & Accessories
1. Cup warming plate
2. Status gauge:
(A)- Off
(C)- Preheat
(B)- Ready
(G)- Brew
(D) - Steam
3. Indicator light
4. Control lever:
(A)- Off
(F) - On
(G)- Brew
(D) - Steam
5. Drip tray cover
6. Removable drip tray
7. Drip tray full indicator
8. Steam/hot water
control knob
9. Steam wand
10. Removable panarello
(steam nozzle)
11. Portafilter
12. 2 shot sieve
13. 1 shot sieve
14. Measuring spoon/Tamper
15. Cleaning tool
16. Water tank lid
17. Removable water tank
18. Cord storage
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14. Measuring spoon/Tamper
15. Cleaning tool
16. Water tank lid
17. Removable water tank
18. Cord storage
Instructions for Use
1. Please register your warranty at www.prodprotect.com/emeril.
2. Unpack all listed contents from the packaging.
3. Read all material, warning stickers, and labels.
4. Remove all packing materials, stickers, and labels from the appliance, and remove the plastic
band around the power plug. Remove any clear or blue protective film on the components
before use.
5. Wash the portafilter, sieves and the measure/tamper in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry.
6. Before using for the first time, or if the appliance has not been used for a long time, clean it
by filling and running the appliance without coffee. Follow the instructions under FILLING and
MAKING ESPRESSO but without adding any coffee.
7. Clean the steam system by following the instructions under CARE AND MAINTENANCE.
Before First Use
Auto Shutoff
Filling
After 25 minutes of inactivity, your espresso maker will shut off. The heater will shut off and the light
will go out. To turn it back on:
1. Move the control lever to the off position (A) and then back to the on (F) position.
1. Remove the water tank by lifting it upwards (Fig. A).
2. Fill the water tank with cold, fresh water to the max marking (Fig. B).
3. Refit the water tank (Fig. C). Ensure it is correctly fitted and fully seated.
D E
HG
L
F
M
J
K
A
CB
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U
U
30 ml x 1
60 ml x 2
D E
HG
L
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J
K
A C
B
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MIN
MAX
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U
30 ml x 1
60 ml x 2
D E
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MIN
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30 ml x 1
60 ml x 2
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Instructions for Use
Making Espresso
Espresso can be enjoyed on it’s own or used for many popular espresso based variations such as
Latte, Cappuccino, Americano, etc. Your espresso maker can make a single shot (approx. 30ml), or
a double shot (60ml) of espresso.
Filling the portafilter
1. Decide whether you are making a single shot or double shot.
2. For a single shot fit the 1 shot (smaller) sieve into the portafilter; for a double fit the 2 shot
(larger) sieve (Fig. D). For ESE (easy serving espresso) pods use the 1 shot sieve.
3. Use the measure to fill the sieve (Fig. E). For a single shot use 1 measure and for a double use
2 measures (Fig. F). The coffee in the measure should be level and not heaped (Fig. G).
4. Lightly tamp (compress) the coffee into the portafilter using the flat end of the measure (Fig. H)
until it is level. You need to compact the coffee just enough to create resistance to the water
as it passes through the coffee. If the coffee is too loose, the water will pass easily through it
and the full flavour won’t be extracted. If the coffee is too tight, it will be difficult for the water to
pass through the coffee and the flavour will be harsh and bitter.
Fitting the portafilter
1. Make sure the rim of the portafilter is free from any coffee debris. Fit it into the machine with the
handle facing out to the left so that is aligned with the Umark (Fig. J).
2. Push the portafilter upwards then turn it to the right until it stops (Fig. K). To remove the
portafilter, turn it to the left until the handle lines up with the Umark.
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HG
L
F
M
J
K
A CB
MAX
MIN
MAX
U
U
30 ml x 1
60 ml x 2
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L
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M
J
K
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MAX
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30 ml x 1
60 ml x 2
D E
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60 ml x 2
D E
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60 ml x 2
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60 ml x 2
D E
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30 ml x 1
60 ml x 2
D E
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60 ml x 2
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Instructions for Use
Brewing
1. Place a cup/cups on the drip tray under the outlet of the portafilter. You can make a single shot
into one cup, a double shot into one cup or a double shot shared between two cups by placing
two cups side by side under the outlet and preparing the portafilter with the 2 shot sieve.
2. Make sure that the steam control knob is set to the off (A) position.
3. Switch the unit on by moving the control lever to the on (F) position.
4. The unit will start to heat up. The status gauge pointer will move to the preheat (C) position and
the light will slowly pulse on and off.
5. Once the unit has heated up the pointer will move to the ready (B) position and the light will
remain on.
6. Move the control lever to the brew (G) position. Your coffee maker will pump a small amount of
water into the filter before pausing for a few seconds. This pre-infusion step ensures that the
maximum flavour is extracted from the coffee.
7. After pre-infusion (approx. 5 seconds), coffee will start to come out of the portafilter.
IMPORTANT: Do not leave the machine unattended while brewing. The machine
will continue to dispense coffee for up to 60 seconds. It is up to you to manually
stop the machine once sufficent coffee has been made (typically, this is 30 ml
for a single shot, 60 ml for a double).
To stop brewing, move the control lever from the brewing (G) position to the on (F) or off (A)
position.
8. Note: If you are going to brew again remember that the portafilter and its contents will be
hot! Handle with care when removing and replacing it, or allow it to cool to a safe handling
temperature.
9. When you have finished, move the control lever to the off (A) position.
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Instructions for Use
Steam/Hot Water Functions
The steam/hot water functions can be used to heat milk, froth milk and heat drinks that have cooled.
IMPORTANT: The appliance requires a short cooling period after the steaming or frothing function
is completed and will not be able to brew immediately. The light will flash to indicate this. You can
speed up cooling by dispensing hot water for approximately 10 seconds after steaming.
Steaming milk
1. Move the control lever to the steam position (D). The gauge will move to the preheat (C)
position as the unit heats up. Once the temperature is correct, the gauge will move to the (B)
position.
2. Fill a small jug with milk.
3. Hold the jug under the steam nozzle with the nozzle beneath the surface of the milk.
4. Turn the steam/hot water control knob counterclockwise. The further counterclockwise you turn
the control knob, the more steam is produced.
5. When the milk is heated to your satisfaction, turn the steam/hot water control knob clockwise to
the off (A) position.
6. Immediately clean the steam nozzle. Refer to the Care and Maintenance section for cleaning
instructions.
Frothing milk
1. Follow steps 1 and 2 under ‘Steaming milk’. Use cold milk from the refrigerator for best results.
2. Hold the jug under the nozzle as above and open the steam/hot water control knob as desired.
3. To make frothy milk with large bubbles, hold the nozzle just under the surface of the milk and
make circular motions with the jug as steam is released (Fig. L).
4. To make frothy milk with small bubbles (micro foam), hold the nozzle fully under the surface of
the milk and make circular motions with the jug as steam is released (Fig. M).
5. Turn the steam/hot water control clockwise to the off (A) position when you are finished.
6. Immediately clean the steam nozzle. Refer to the Care and Maintenance section for cleaning
instructions.
D E
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L
F
M
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K
A CB
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U
30 ml x 1
60 ml x 2
D E
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60 ml x 2
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Instructions for Use
Hot water
1. Move the control lever to the on position (F). The gauge will move to the preheat (C) position
as the unit heats up. Once the temperature is correct, the gauge will move to the (B) position.
2. Hold a suitable container under the steam nozzle.
3. Turn the steam/hot water control knob fully counterclockwise to the D/Eposition.
4. Hot water will come out of the steam nozzle for up to 90 seconds.
5. Turn the steam/hot water control knob clockwise to the off (A) position when you are finished.
Heating drinks
1. Follow the directions under ‘Steaming milk’ but holding the cooled drink under the steam nozzle
instead of the milk.
Cleaning the steam nozzle after each use
1. Clean the steam nozzle and the swivel arm immediately after every use.
2. Immerse the steam nozzle in a cup of clean water.
3. Turn the steam/hot water control knob counterclockwise. Let steam escape into the clear water
for several seconds.
4. Repeat the process several times if necessary.
5. Finally, carefully remove the steam nozzle and wipe it and the swivel arm with a clean damp
cloth before replacing it.
Tips
Place your espresso cups on top of the unit where they will be gently warmed.
To get a hotter espresso, warm the portafilter before use. Fit the sieve into the portafilter, fit the
portafilter and run the brewing process for 5-10 seconds to heat the filter up. Then, remove the
portafilter and use it as normal to make espresso. Be aware when handling the portafilter and
sieve that they will be hot after doing this.
After several uses of the steam function, the temperature of the unit can become high and this will
prevent further brewing until the machine has cooled a little. You can use the hot water function
to cool the machine more quickly. The machine will release steam at first; when water begins to
dispense, the unit will be cooled to brewing temperature again.
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Care & Maintenance
Cleaning
1. Unplug the appliance and let it completely cool down.
2. Clean the exterior surfaces and the steam nozzle with a slightly damp cloth and then dry them
thoroughly. Make sure that no water enters the product interior (for example, through the
control lever opening). The steam nozzle tip can be removed by pulling it downwards and it can
then be washed separately.
3. Remove the portafilter and sieve and empty out the coffee grounds. Wash under running water
and dry thoroughly.
4. Wipe the area on the machine where the portafilter fits.
5. Empty the drip tray when you have finished using the machine, or when the drip tray full
indicator pops up.
Use the cleaning tool to unblock the openings in the portafilter.
The steam nozzle, sieves, drip tray and drip tray cover can be cleaned in a dishwasher.
Descaling
After approximately 500 cycles, the light will show red indicating that the unit should be descaled.
This is a warning and will not affect coffee making but the light will remain red until it is reset after
descaling the appliance.
Over time, calcium deposits or “scale” may build up in your brewer. Scale is non-toxic, but if left
unattended, can hinder brewer performance and cause premature failure. Regularly descaling your
machine helps to maintain beverage quality, as well as the lifespan of the heating element, and other
internal parts that come in contact with water throughout the brew process.
A full cleaning with vinegar is recommended once a month. More frequent cleanings may be
required in areas with higher water hardness. If using a proprietary descaling product, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Pour fresh water and the specified amount of decalcifier into the water tank. Use a 50/50 mix
when using a vinegar solution.
2. Repeatedly start the brewing process and also use the ‘hot water’ process to clean the steam
nozzle and internal components.
3. Do this until the water tank is empty. If necessary, repeat this process.
4. After descaling, rinse the product several times by brewing water with no coffee to remove any
decalcifier residue.
5. To reset the light, turn the unit on (F) then rotate the steam/hot water control knob
conterclockwise and back to the off (A) position twice within 5 seconds while the unit is
preheating.
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
No espresso is made. Water tank empty. Fill the water tank.
Portafilter or sieve is blocked. Remove and clean.
Machine needs descaling. Descale the machine.
Grind is too fine or coarse. Grind the coffee to the correct
consistency.
Too much tamping pressure
was used.
Empty sieve and re-add coffee
using less tamping pressure.
Espresso leaks from around
the portafilter. The portafilter is not fitted correctly. Remove and refit the portafilter. Make sure it is turned fully to
the right until it won’t turn any
further.
Portafilter can’t be fitted. Too much coffee in the sieve. Use the supplied measure/
tamper as directed.
Debris around the portafilter
fitting. Clean the area where the portafilter fits.
Coffee tastes weak. Not enough coffee in the sieve. Use the supplied measure/
tamper as directed.
Grind is too fine or coarse. Grind the coffee to the correct
consistency.
Coffee too loose in sieve. Tamp the coffee down with
more pressure.
Light slowly pulsing on and off. This is normal and occurs when the machine in heating up.
Light flashing rapidly. Steam /hot water control knob
in the open position. Turn the steam /hot water control knob to the closed (A) position.
The control lever has been in
the brewing position (G) for
longer than 60 seconds.
Reduce the brewing time.
You have been trying to create
steam for longer that 180
seconds.
Reduce the steaming time.
You have been trying to make
hot water for longer that 90
seconds.
Reduce the hot water running
time.
Attempting to brew before the
machine has reached operating
temperature.
Allow the machine to heat up
(gauge shows B).
Attempting to steam before the
machine has reached operating
temperature.
Allow the machine to heat up
(gauge shows D).
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Recycling
To avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous substances,
appliances and rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries marked with one of
these symbols must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. Always
dispose of electrical and electronic products and, where applicable, rechargeable
and non-rechargeable batteries, at an appropriate official recycling/collection
point.
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TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
(Applies only in the United States and Canada)
For service, repair or any questions regarding your
appliance, call the appropriate 800 number listed
within this section. Please DO NOT return the product
to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail
product back to manufacturer, nor bring it to a service
center.You may also want to consult the website
listed on the cover of this manual.
What does it cover?
Any defect in material or workmanship provided;
however, Empower Brands, LLC’s liability will not
exceed the purchase price of product.
For how long?
Two years from the date of original purchase with
proof of purchase.
What will we do to help you?
Provide you with a reasonably similar replacement
product that is either new or factory refurbished.
How do you get service?
Save your receipt as proof of date of sale.
Visit the online service website at
www.prodprotect.com/emeril, or call toll-free
1-800-768-7806, for general warranty service.
If you need parts or accessories, please call
1-800-738-0245.
How does state law relate to this warranty?
This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may
also have other rights that vary from state to state or
province to province.
What does your warranty not cover?
Damage from commercial use
Damage from misuse, abuse or neglect
Products that have been modied in any way
Products used or serviced outside the country of
purchase
Glass parts and other accessory items that are packed
with the unit
Shipping and handling costs associated with the
replacement of the unit
Consequential or incidental damages (Please note,
however, that some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of consequential or incidental damages,
so this limitation may not apply to you.)
Are there additional warranty exclusions?
This warranty shall not be valid where it is contrary to
U.S. and other applicable laws, or where the warranty
would be prohibited under any economic sanctions,
export control laws, embargos, or other restrictive
trade measures enforced by the United States or
other applicable jurisdictions. This includes, without
limitation, any warranty claims implicating parties
from, or otherwise located in, Cuba, Iran, North Korea,
Syria and the disputed Crimea region.
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We are very proud of the design and quality of our
Emeril LagasseTM Retro Espresso Machine.
This product has been manufactured to the highest
standards. Should you have any questions, our friendly
customer service staff is here to help you.
To contact us, call us at 1-800-768-7806.
RETRO
ESPRESSO MACHINE
T22-9003336-A
29601 E
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