Gourmia GCM4225 User manual

GCM4225
USER MANUAL
15-BAR ESPRESSO MAKER

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Model: GCM4225
© 2023 Gourmia
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www.gourmia.com
The Steelstone Group
Brooklyn, NY
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allegedly arising from any information or suggestions in this manual.
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IMPORTANT,
RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE:
READ CAREFULLY
Congratulations on the purchase of your
Espresso Maker from Gourmia!
Here at Gourmia, our one and only goal is to make sure nutritious and delicious meals
are always a practical possibility no matter how fast-paced your life is. Whether you’re
in need of a hearty breakfast, a mid-day snack, or a satisfying supper, our dependable,
easy-to-use appliances are designed to work for you while you work your way through
your busy day.
This manual provides an overview and instructions on all the espresso maker’s
functions and features, along with directions for assembling, operating, cleaning, and
maintaining your appliance. Please read all safety instructions before getting started.
Keep this manual handy for future use and review.
Our team is available to help with any and every question you might have about your
new espresso maker. We’re excited for you and want you to get the most out of your
purchase—so whether you need assistance with setup or guidance on which features
to enable for which drinks, we’re happy to walk you through it, step by step.
Happy and easy cooking!
We’d love to hear about the delicious drinks you’re creating! Share your thoughts,
recipes, and photos with us.
@gourmia

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards 6
Know Your Espresso Maker 8
Controls 9
Use Your Espresso Maker 10
Before First Use 10
Prime the Espresso Maker 10
Preheating the Espresso Maker 10
Making an Espresso 11
Brew in Manual Mode 12
Froth Milk 12
Use Steam Wand for Hot Water 13
Making an Americano 13
Cleaning & Maintenance 14
Descaling 14
Warranty & Service 16

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury,
including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read all safeguards and instructions
carefully.
2. This appliance is not intended for use
by persons with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
3. Children should be supervised to
ensure they do not play with the
appliance.
4. Close supervision is necessary when
the appliance is being used near
children.
5. Before using, check that the voltage
of the wall outlet corresponds to the
rated voltage marked on the rating
plate.
6. Place the appliance on a flat surface
or table. Do not hang the power cord
over the edge of the table.
7. Do not place the espresso maker
on a hot surface or beside a fire in
order to avoid damage to you and the
appliance.
8. Connect the plug to a wall outlet
before using the appliance.
9. To protect against fire, electric shock,
and injury, do not immerse the cord
or plug in water or other liquid.
10. Do not operate the appliance
with a damaged cord or plug or
if the appliance malfunctions or
is dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return the appliance to the
nearest authorized service facility for
examination and repair.
11. Ensure the power cord does not
touch hot surfaces of the appliance.
12. Do not touch hot surfaces of the
appliance (such as the steam wand
and the steam mesh when boiling).
Use handles or knobs.
13. Keep your hands and face at a safe
distance from the steam. Be careful
not to get burned by the steam.
14. Do not let the appliance operate
without water in the reservoir.
15. Do not remove the metal funnel
when the appliance is brewing coee
or making steam.
16. The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may result in fire,
electric shock, or injury.
17. Do not use the appliance for other
than its intended use. Place it in a dry
environment.
18. This appliance is only intended to
be used in household or similar
environments.
19. Do not use outdoors.
20. Turn o any buttons before the plug
is removed from the wall outlet.
21. To disconnect, remove plug from wall
outlet. Always hold the plug. Never
pull the cord.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Power: 120V~ 60Hz 1,100W
CORD AND PLUG SAFETY
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk of becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord.
• Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• If an extension cord is used:
a. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least equal to
the electrical rating of the appliance; and
b.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.
ELECTRICAL POLARIZED PLUG
This unit has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). To reduce the risk of electric
shock, the plug is intended to be used by
inserting it into the electrical outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit securely into the outlet,
reverse the plug and re-insert. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician for assistance.
Do not modify the plug in any way.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
22. Remove the plug from the wall outlet
before cleaning and when not in
use. Allow the appliance to cool
down completely before taking o
or attaching components and before
cleaning.
23. If you do not use the product for
a long time, you need to turn on
the power and release steam for 3
minutes before using the product.
24. If you cut o the power during steam
release, residual heat will make the
product continue to release steam for
a length of time. The product will stop
releasing steam once you turn o the
steam knob.
25. Save these instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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KNOW YOUR ESPRESSO MAKER
KNOW YOUR ESPRESSO MAKER
Frothing
Wand Nozzle
Double-Shot
Filter
Single-Shot Filter
Portafilter
Handle
Frothing
Wand
Portafilter
Water
Reservoir
Water Reservoir Lid
Controls
Brew
Head
Removable
Drip Tray
Measuring
Scoop /
Tamper
Steam
Control
Knob

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KNOW YOUR ESPRESSO MAKER
CONTROLS
KNOW YOUR ESPRESSO MAKER
O Position
On Position
Water
Reservoir
Single Button Steam/ Water Button
Double/ Manual
Button
STEAM CONTROL KNOB
BREW HEAD ICONS
Open Lock Icon Closed Lock Icon

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• Remove and discard all packaging material and stickers that are
not permanent.
• Remove the water reservoir, portafilter, single shot filter,
double shot filter, and measuring scoop. Wash them with non-
abrasive soap. Thoroughly dry and reinsert the parts. Wipe the
exterior with a damp cloth.
USING YOUR COFFEE MAKER
BEFORE FIRST USE
PRIME THE ESPRESSO MAKER
Before first use, the appliance must run through an initial brew cycle with just
water. Follow the directions below to prime the appliance:
1. Place the espresso maker on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface.
2. Fill the water reservoir up to but not exceeding the MAX line.
3. Place a heat-resistant mug or cup on top of the drip tray.
NOTE: Ensure the steam control knob is set to the o position.
4. Plug the power cord into an outlet.
5. The single and double/manual buttons will pulse slowly as the appliance
heats up. When heating is finished, all three buttons will illuminate steadily
without pulsing. Only then is the appliance ready for use.
6. Press the single button. It will blink rapidly, indicating it is working. After 3-5
seconds, a small amount of water will dispense into the mug. The appliance
will automatically return to standby mode when finished dispensing.
NOTE: The appliance may make a loud noise when pumping water for the
first time. This is normal and should stop after a few seconds.
7. Remove the cup from the tray and dump the water.
PREHEATING THE ESPRESSO MAKER
After priming the espresso maker, we recommend preheating the appliance for
best results.
NOTE: If there’s been a large gap between uses of the espresso maker, the
appliance will enter hibernation mode. If this occurs, we recommend preheating
the appliance before using it again. If using the appliance daily, it is ONLY
necessary to preheat the appliance once before first use.
Follow the steps under PRIME THE ESPRESSO MAKER. A small amount of water
will dispense into the mug, indicating the appliance is ready for use.

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USING YOUR COFFEE MAKER
1. Place the espresso maker on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface.
2. Fill the water reservoir up to but not exceeding the MAX line.
NOTE: Ensure the steam control knob is set to the o position.
3. Place a heat-resistant cup or mug on the drip tray.
4. Plug the power cord into an outlet.
5. The single and double/manual buttons will pulse slowly as the appliance
heats up. When heating is finished, all three buttons will illuminate steadily
without pulsing. Only then is the appliance ready for use.
6. Align the single shot filter or double shot filter with the groove in the
portafilter. For a single shot, use the single-shot filter. For a double shot,
use the double-shot filter. Turn the filter to ensure it’s locked in place.
7. Use the measuring spoon to fill the filter up with ground coee. Do not
exceed the MAX line in the basket.
8. Use the tamper end of the spoon to press on the grounds. The surface of
the ground coee should be smooth after pressing.
9. Clean any excess grounds from the rim of the portafilter.
10. Place the portafilter underneath the brew head with the handle facing
toward the left.
11. Keep one hand atop the appliance to keep it steady while fastening the
portafilter into the brew head. The handle must align with the open lock
icon on the brew head.
12. Turn the handle to the right to lock the portafilter into the brew head. The
handle must be aligned with the closed lock icon on the brew head.
13. Press either the single or double/manual button, depending on your
preference. The button will blink during brewing.
14. For a single shot, the brew cycle will deliver 1 oz of espresso. For a double
shot, the brew cycle will deliver 2 oz. of espresso. The appliance will
automatically return to standby mode when finished dispensing.
15. Remove the cup from the drip tray and enjoy.
NOTE: There is no need to manually turn o the espresso maker. The
appliance will automatically turn o after 15 minutes of being in standby
mode.
MAKING AN ESPRESSO

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To customize your brew, follow the instructions below:
1. Set up the espresso maker to brew espresso as outlined in steps 1-12 on
page 11.
2. Press and hold the double/manual button for 3 seconds. The button will
remain illuminated without pulsing, indicating it is in manual mode. All
other buttons will stop pulsing and turn o.
3. Once you’ve reached your desired amount, press the double/manual
button again to stop brewing. The appliance will automatically return to
standby mode when brewing is complete.
NOTE: The appliance will dispense a maximum of 6.5 ounces in one cycle.
NOTE: There is no need to manually turn o the espresso maker. The
appliance will automatically turn o after 15 minutes of being in standby
mode.
FROTH MILK
1. Fill up the water reservoir up to but not exceeding the MAX line.
NOTE: Ensure the steam control knob is set to the o position.
2. Plug the power cord into an outlet.
3. The single and double/manual buttons will pulse slowly as the appliance
heats up. When heating is finished, all three buttons will illuminate steadily
without pulsing. Only then is the appliance ready for use.
4. Press the steam/water button. It will pulse slowly.
5. Fill a cup with the preferred amount of milk and position the cup under the
frothing wand nozzle, making sure the frothing wand nozzle is below the
surface of the milk.
6. When the steam/water button begins to blink rapidly, turn the steam control
knob counterclockwise toward the on position to begin producing steam.
Slowly rotate the cup and move it up and down to produce even froth.
7. When frothing is complete, press the steam/water button. The appliance will
stop frothing.
USING YOUR COFFEE MAKER
BREW IN MANUAL MODE

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USING YOUR COFFEE MAKER
8. Keep the cup underneath the frothing wand for a few more seconds before
turning the steam control knob clockwise to the o position.
9. Wipe the frothing wand clean of any residue.
10. Pour the frothed milk into your drink.
USE STEAM WAND FOR HOT WATER
1. Fill up the water reservoir up to but not exceeding the MAX line.
NOTE: Ensure the steam control knob is set to the o position.
2. Plug the power cord into an outlet. The single and double/manual buttons
will pulse slowly as the appliance heats up. When heating is finished, all three
buttons will illuminate steadily without pulsing. Only then is the appliance
ready for use.
3. Place a large, heat-resistant cup or mug underneath the steam wand.
4. Turn the steam control knob counterclockwise toward the on position to
open the frothing wand nozzle so water can be released.
5. Press and hold the steam/water button for 3 seconds then
release. The button will illuminate steadily, and water will freely
flow from the wand until the steam/water button is pressed again.
NOTE: The appliance will dispense a maximum of 6.5 ounces in one cycle.
6. When water has finished dispensing, the appliance will return to standby
mode. Turn the steam control knob to its original o position.
MAKING AN AMERICANO
1. After brewing an espresso, position the mug or cup under the nozzle.
2. Turn the steam control knob counterclockwise toward the on position.
3. Press and hold the steam/water button for 3 seconds then release. The
button will illuminate steadily, and water will freely flow from the nozzle.
NOTE: For every 1 oz. of espresso, dispense 2 oz. of water. For every 2 oz.
of espresso, dispense 4 oz. of water.
4. When a 2:1 ratio is achieved, press the steam/water button and the appli-
ance will return to standby mode.
5. Turn the steam control knob to its original o position.
USING YOUR COFFEE MAKER

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Clean all removable parts after each use.
PORTAFILTER AND BREW HEAD
Clean with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge.
INTERIOR
Clean with warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry well.
HOUSING
Wipe the housing and steam with a damp cloth. Then wipe it dry with a soft
cloth.
Do not use harsh cleaning agents or metal brushes, in order to avoid
scratching the surface.
NOTE: Ensure the funnel is completely dry before first use.
DESCALING
After using the espresso maker for a while, limescale will begin to build
up inside the appliance. It is important to descale the appliance every 2-3
months. If the espresso maker is used daily, the descaling process should be
done monthly.
1. Mix equal parts vinegar and water and pour the solution into the water
reservoir.
2. Insert the portafilter with an empty filter into the brew head.
3. Place a heat-resistant cup or mug on top of the drip tray.
NOTE: Ensure the steam control knob is set to the o position.
WARNING
• Always wait until the espresso maker shuts o, unplug the
power cord from the outlet, and allow the appliance to cool
before cleaning.
• Do not immerse the power cord, plug, or espresso maker in
water or other liquid.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
4. Plug in the power cord. The single and double/manual buttons will pulse
slowly as the appliance heats up. When preheating is finished, all three
buttons will illuminate steadily without pulsing. Only then is the appliance
ready for use.
5. Press the single button. The button will blink during brewing and will
automatically return to standby mode when brewing is complete.
6. Press the double/manual button. The button will blink during brewing and
will automatically return to standby mode when brewing is complete.
7. Press the steam/water button. The steam/water button will slowly pulse as
it preheats, then illuminate steadily when ready for use.
8. Position the empty cup underneath the frothing wand nozzle, making sure the
nozzle is below the rim. Slowly turn the steam control knob counterclockwise
toward the on position and make steam for about 2 minutes to descale the
appliance.
9. Once complete, press the steam/control button then turn the steam control
knob to the o position and allow the mixture to sit inside the unit for about
15 minutes.
10. Place the cup underneath the brew head again. Press and hold the double/
manual button for 3 seconds, then release. Brew until no descaling mixture
is left.
11. When the brewing process is complete, fill up the water reservoir with
water and begin brewing again. This washes out any remaining vinegar
NOTE: If an odor of vinegar persists, run another cycle with water.
STORAGE
• Unplug the appliance and let it cool down.
• Make sure all parts are clean and dry.
• Store the appliance in a clean and dry place.
ENVIRONMENT
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste
at the end of its life, but hand it in at an ocial collection point for
recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment.
GUARANTEE AND SERVICE
If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit www.
Gourmia.com or contact your distributor.

WARRANTY & SERVICE
This Limited Warranty is for one full year from the date of
purchase and requires proof of purchase from an authorized
seller. It is applicable to the original purchaser only and is
not transferable to a third party user. Repair or replacement
of defective parts is solely at Gourmia’s discretion. In the
event that repair isn’t possible, Gourmia will replace the
product/part. If product repair/replacement won’t suce,
Gourmia has the option of refunding the cash value of the
product or component returned.
Product defects not covered under the Warranty provisions
include normal wear and damage incurred from use or
accidental negligence, misuse of instruction specifications
or repair by unauthorized parties. Gourmia is not liable for
any incidental or consequential damages incurred by such
circumstances.
Only valid within the United States.
Register your product at www.Gourmia.com/warranty
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