Krups XP4600 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. DESCRIPTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 11
2. TEC NICAL INFORMATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 12
3. TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 12
4. BEFORE FIRST USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 13
5. MAKING AN ESPRESSO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 14
6. INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMMING
OF T E VOLUME OF COFFEE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 17
7. MILK FROT ING FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 17
8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 19
9. DESCALING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 20
10. PROBLEMS, PROBABLE CAUSES
AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 23
11. DISPOSING OF YOUR MAC INE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 25
12. KRUPS MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . p. 26
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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and/or injury to persons including the following :
1. Read all instructions prior to first use.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons,
do not immerse cord, plugs or machine in water or other
liquid.
4. Not intended for use by children.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any machine is used
near children. Keep machine out of reach of children.
6. This appliance is not designed to be used by children or
people without knowledge or experience with the product,
unless they are supervised or given prior instructions
concerning the use of the appliance by someone
responsible for their safety.
7. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
8. Burns can occur from touching hot plate, hot water or
steam. Exercise caution.
9. Exercise caution when using the steam nozzle as steam
can cause scalding.
10. Unplug machine from outlet when not in use and when
cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts,
before cleaning the machine, and before storing.
11. All machines are subject to stringent quality control.
Practical tests using machines taken at random are
conducted and this may explain any slight marks or coffee
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12. Do not operate any machine with a damaged cord or plug
or after the machine malfunctions, or has been damaged in
any manner. Return machine to the nearest Krups Service
Center for examination, repair or adjustment or your
respective countries Consumer Service Department.
13. To reduce the risk of injury do not drape cord over the
counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over accidentally.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or
touch hot surfaces.
15. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by
Krups may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
16. Do not use outdoors.
17. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in
a heated oven.
18. To disconnect the machine, Turn the machine OFF by
pressing the button, then remove plug from wall outlet.
Do not yank cord, instead grasp plug and pull to
disconnect.
19. Do not use this machine for anything other than it’s
intended use.
20. Do not pour liquids other than water and descaling
solutions specified in this manual into the water tank.
21. Protect the machine against humidity and freezing.
22. This machine is for household use only.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION
This machine is intended for household use only. Any servicing
other than cleaning and user maintenance should be
performed by the nearest authorized Krups Service Center.
Visit our website at www.krupsusa.com in the USA or
www.krups.ca in Canada or contact your respective country's
Consumer Service department for the service center nearest to
you, or contact your respective country’s Consumer Service
department.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to
disassemble the machine. Repair should be done by an
authorized Krups Service Center only.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A. We do not recommend using an extension cord with
this device.
B. If an extension cord is absolutely necessary,
1) the marked electrical rating of the extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating
of the machine,
2) the longer cord should be arranged so that it will
not drape over the counter top or table top where
it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
C. This machine 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.
In the interest of improving products, Krups reserves the
right to change specifications without prior notice.

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Your Krups espresso machine is equipped with a filter-holder that has
three patented systems designed to help you make the perfect espresso
at home.
1. KRUPS Precise Tamp: gradual tamping of the espresso ground
coffee as the filter-holder is turned ensures that coffee is tamped
precisely each time.
2. Coffee ejection system under the filter-holder for clean removal of
the cake each time.
3. The filter-holder is compatible with all types of pods including
E.S.E. and soft pods.
The filter-holder is also removable and can be frequently cleaned to
ensure the filter-holder system in perfect working order. For your safety,
the filter-holder is equipped with a locking system to keep it in place
when pressure rises.
1. DESCRIPTION
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a Water compartment lid
b Detachable water compartment
c Measuring spoon
d Cup warming tray
e Control panel
e1. On/off switch
e2. 1 cup button
e3. 2 cups button
f Function switch
f1. Coffee position
f2. Coffe preheating
position
f3. Steam preheating
position
f4. Steam position
g Brewing head
h Filter holder with grounds or
pod ejection system and gra-
dual coffee tamping system:
KPT "Krups Precise Tamp":
Compatible with ground coffee
(1 or 2 cups) and ESE or soft
pods.
i Drip tray grid
j Drip tray with overflow
indicator
k Steam nozzle
l Steam wand with steam nozzle

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2. TEC NICAL C ARACTERISTICS
nPump : 15 bars
nFilter-holder with grounds or pod ejection system. Compatible with
espresso ground coffee and all types of pods including E.S.E. and
soft pods
nSteam function
nAutomatic shutoff after 9 minutes.
nRemovable water tank (capacity: 0.86 litres).
nPower: 1 450 W
nVoltage: 120 V – 60 z
nAnti overheating safety mechanisms
nDimensions : . 322,5 mm, L. 291 mm, P. 214 mm
IMPORTANT!
Operating voltage: This device is designed to work only at
alternating current 120V.
Type of use: This machine is designed EXC USIVE Y for
household use only. Any non-residential use including
commercial purposes will void the warranty.
3. TIPS
nTo extract the fullest flavor from your beans, we recommend using
whole coffee beans that have been freshly ground each time espresso
is prepared. Take care to make sure your coffee is ground to the proper
size for espresso. Too fine a grind will result in espresso that is over-
extracted and bitter. Too coarse a grind will result in espresso that is
under-extracted and weak in flavor. The perfect espresso grind will feel
like fine grains that do not clump when pressed together.
nStore your espresso grounds in an airtight container, and in a cool, dry
place to retain the flavor. Grounds should not be kept for long periods
of time as the flavor will be reduced over time.
nDo not fill your filter holder to the brim. Using the measuring spoon
included, use 1 level spoon of grounds per shot of espresso.
nIf you do not use the machine for more than 5 consecutive days, rinse
and drain the water tank.
nBefore removing the water tank to fill or empty it, always turn the
machine off.
nAlways place the unit on a flat, stable, heat-resistant work surface.

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nTo obtain an espresso at exactly the right temperature, we recommend
that you preheat your cups.
IMPORTANT!
Before using for the first time, after a prolonged period
of inactivity or after descaling, the machine must be
cleaned as described in Section 4: “BEFORE FIRST
USE”.
4. BEFORE USING FOR T E FIRST TIME
Before using your espresso machine for the first time, clean all
the accessories in soapy water and dry them.
PRIMING OF YOUR MACHINE:
Use the following procedure to prime the machine:
nOpen the lid and remove the water tank by lifting up on the handle
(fig.1).
nFill it with water (fig.2).
nReplace the water tank by positioning it firmly, to ensure the water
inlet is in place, and close the lid (fig.3).
nPress the button to turn the machine on (fig.4).
nInsert the filter holder (without espresso grounds) in the machine and
turn to the right (fig.7).
nPlace a container under the filter holder large enough to hold all the
water in the water tank.
nOnce the machine has reached the correct temperature, the button
will stop blinking. Turn the dial to the position (fig.8) then press
on the two cup position (fig.9) several times if necessary and let
all the water in the tank run through.
nIf the container you are using has a smaller capacity than the water tank,
turn the dial back to the (fig.10) to pause the water flow when
necessary. Empty the container, replace under the filter holder, and turn
the dial back to the position.
nRepeat as necessary until the water tank is empty.
nOnce all the water has been drained from the water tank, remove and
empty the container, press the button on the filter holder and turn
the filter holder handle to the left to remove (fig.11).
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5. MAKING AN ESPRESSO
In order to extract the maximum flavor from the beans, this machine
pre-infuses each cup. The pump works for 3 seconds, pauses for
3 seconds, and then continues until the cup is finished
PREHEATING THE ACCESSORIES
For the best results, we recommend that you preheat the filter holder
before espresso grounds are added, and warm the cups.
nFill the water tank with fresh cold water and turn the machine on
(fig.1, 2, 3 and 4).
nPut the filter holder in place, place the cups below.
As soon as the required temperature is achieved, the light will stop
flashing.
nTurn the dial to the position (fig.8).
nPress either the button for 1 cup or the button for 2 cups.
nWhen the cups are filled with hot water, turn the dial to the
position (fig.10).
nRemove the cups, taking care to not spill the water.
nUnlock the filter holder by pressing the button on the handle
while turning the handle to the left to release, and remove the filter
holder from the machine (fig.11).
Note: Use the cup warming tray to warm espresso cups.
WITH GROUND COFFEE
The type of coffee you choose strongly influences the strength and
flavor of your espresso. Always use coffee beans ground to the
proper size for espresso. Too fine a grind will result in espresso that
is over-extracted and bitter. Too coarse a grind will result in
espresso that is under-extracted and weak in flavor. The perfect
espresso grind will feel like fine grains that do not clump when
pressed together.
tore your espresso grounds in an airtight container, and in a cool,
dry place to retain the flavor. Grounds should not be kept for long
periods of time as the flavor will be reduced over time.
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nFill the water tank to the maximum line with fresh cold water and turn
the machine on (fig.1, 2, 3 and 4). While the machine is preheating,
the light will flash.
nUsing the measuring spoon, add 1 level spoon of espresso grounds
per cup of espresso (fig.5).
nRemove any excess espresso grounds from the edge of the filter.
Important:
Do not tamp the coffee down in the filter holder. The coffee
is automatically tamped to the optimum level by the Krups
Precise Tamp (KPT) system.
nInsert the filter holder and turn the handle to the right as far as it will
go. You will hear a clicking sound as the Krups Precise Tamp (KPT)
system automatically adjusts the tamping level depending on the
amount of coffee grounds used. The handle will become
progressively harder to turn as you approach the optimum tamping
level, do not force the handle past this point. Use the “one cup” and
“two cup” markings on the brewing head as a guideline of where to
stop. Because the Krups Precise Tamp automatically adjusts the
tamping level, you may find that you do not always stop at the same
point each time. Never turn the handle past the far right edge of the
“one cup”marking (fig.7).
nPut one or two cups under the filter holder as desired.
As soon as the required temperature is achieved, the light will stop
flashing.
nTurn the dial to the position (fig.8).
nPress either the button for 1 cup or the button for 2 cups.
nWhen the cups are filled with the desired amount of espresso, turn
the dial back to the position.
nUnlock the filter holder by pressing the button on the handle
while turning the handle to the left to release, and remove the filter
holder from the machine.
nRemove the used espresso grounds using the ejection system by
holding the filter holder upside down over a trash receptacle. Press
the « PUSH » button located between the two coffee outlet nozzles
on the underside of the filter holder (fig.12). Rinse the filter holder
under running water, pressing « PUSH » while rinsing to release any
remaining grounds. Once the filter holder has been rinsed and dried
it can be refilled to prepare more espresso.
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IMPORTANT: Do not store the filter holder in the locked
position when the machine is not in use to avoid
unnecessary wear to the seal.
WITH AN “E.S.E." ESPRESSO POD
“E E” for “Easy erving Espresso" is a packaged pod (44 mm dia-
meter) of 7g of selected coffee, ground and compacted between
two paper filters, specially designed to make Italian style ristretto
(tight) espressos.
This system allows for simple and clean use of your machine.
nFill the water tank with fresh cold water to the maximum line and turn
on the machine (fig.1, 2, 3 and 4). The light will flash while the
machine preheats.
nRemove the excess paper from the E.S.E. pod, and place the pod in
the filter holder with the red writing facing down.(fig.6)
nTake care to make sure that the pod is centered in the filter
holder with no paper hanging out, as this may cause leaks and/or
unsatisfactory results.
nNever use more than one pod at a time.
nThen follow the steps above for figure 7-12 to make your espresso.
WITH A SOFT POD
Your machine is also compatible with soft pods, which are usually
smaller in diameter than E. .E. pods. However since soft pods are
not specifically designed for use with espresso machines, you will
get a less flavorful espresso than with an E. .E. pod.
nFill the water tank with fresh cold water to the maximum line and turn
on the machine (fig.1, 2, 3 and 4). The light will flash while the
machine preheats.
nPlace the soft pod in the filter holder.
nTake care to make sure that the pod is centered in the filter
holder with no paper hanging out, as this may cause leaks and/or
unsatisfactory results.
nNever use more than one pod at a time.
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6. INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMMING OF T E VOLUME
OF COFFEE:
To change the pre-programmed amount of water, proceed as follows:
nFill the water tank and turn the machine on (fig.1, 2, 3 et 4).
nPut a spoonful of coffee in the filter by using a measuring spoon or
use an E.S.E. or soft pod.
nPut the filter holder in place and lock it by turning it to the right as far as
it will go, up to the stop (fig.7).
nPlace a cup under the filter holder.
nold down the button (> 3 sec) until the light flashes quickly.
The coffee flows out.
nWhen the desired amount of espresso is obtained, press the
button. This amount will be saved automatically.
nThe next time when you press the button, you will obtain the most
recently recorded amount. Programming for 2 cups uses the same
method, by pressing the button (> 3 sec).
nIf you turn off the device, the volumes will need to be reprogrammed
the next time you use it.
7. MILK FROT ING FUNCTION
nSteam can be used to froth milk by using the steam wand with
frothing nozzle (for example to make a cappuccino or latte).
nAs the machine produces steam, the pump will make a thumping
sounds. This sound is normal and is an indication that the machine is
operating properly.
nAfter using the steam function, the machine purges
automatically to cool down by pumping cold water through the
heating system. During the purging cycles of cold water, the excess
steam in the heating system is released with hot water into the drip
tray.
nThe steam and noise that accompany this phase are important
for cooling the machine.
Caution: During and after using the steam wand, the metal
parts of the steam wand can become very hot. Take care
when handling the steam wand to avoid injury.
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USING THE STEAM NOZZ E TO FROTH MI K
nFill the water tank with fresh cold water to the maximum line and turn
the machine on (fig.1, 2, 3 and 4).
nTurn the dial to the position (fig.13). The indicator light will flash
to show that the machine is preheating.
nPosition the steam nozzle so that it points away from the machine.
nPour 2 to 3 oz (1/4 – 1/3 cup) of fresh milk in a small container that
is short enough to fit under the steam nozzle. Both the milk and the
container should be cold for optimum results.
nPasteurised or U T milk is recommended. Whole, lowfat, or skim
milk can all be frothed.
nAs soon as the preheating indicator light stops blinking, plunge the
steam nozzle into the milk.
nTurn the dial to the position (fig.14).
nFor optimal results, froth from the bottom of the container and slowly
move upwards. old the nozzle towards the bottom of the container
without touching the bottom for about 25 seconds. Then gradually
lower the container so that the steam nozzle moves up towards the
surface of the milk. Do not allow the nozzle to come completely out
of the milk, nor allow the milk level to cover the black plastic ring at
the top of the nozzle (fig.15).
nOnce the frothing is complete, turn the dial to the position
(fig.16). The machine will then begin 3 pumping cycles to
automatically cool the system. Once cooling is complete, another
espresso can be made.
Important: To prevent clogging of the steam nozzle, make
sure the milk foam does not cover the black plastic ring at
the top of the steam nozzle.
It is important to clean the steam nozzle after each use to prevent milk
from hardening and drying inside the nozzle which can result in the tube
blowing off due to pressure build-up. To clean the nozzle :
nPlace the steam nozzle in a small container filled with water.
nTurn the dial to the position (fig.13).
nOnce the indicator light has stopped blinking, turn the dial to the
position (fig.14) to remove any remaining milk. Run in the steam
position for at least 30 seconds.
nThen turn the dial to th position (fig.16) and wipe the outside of
the steam nozzle with a clean cloth.
For thorough cleaning of the steam nozzle, see Section 8, “Cleaning of
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8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: Your espresso machine accessories are not
dishwasher-safe. Do not wash the spoon, the drip tray, the
filter holder and the water tank in the dishwasher.
C EANING OF THE MACHINE
nAlways unplug the machine before cleaning and allow to cool down
to avoid injury.
nWipe the outside of the machine with a clean damp cloth. Do not use
harsh or abrasive cleaners, or alcohol/solvent-based cleaners to
clean the machine. Use only gentle dishwashing liquid and warm
water. After each use, rinse out the water tank and empty before
replacing in the machine.
nWhen a thin white layer of powder starts to form in the tank, this is a
sign that descaling is necessary. See Section 8 for details on
descaling. Please note that descaling should be performed
periodically to maintain optimum performance of your machine.
C EANING OF THE DRIP TRAY
nThe drip tray must be emptied each time the machine is used. The
presence of water in the drip tray is normal and is not the sign of a
leak. Lift up the tray slightly and pull out to remove from the machine.
(fig.20)
nIf multiple espressos are prepared one after the other, the drip tray
should be emptied every few espressos to prevent overflowing.
nThe red overflow indicators in the tray will float up and become
visible to remind you to empty the drip tray before it overflows. When
emptying the drip tray, remove the metal tray and rinse out the
compartment below. If necessary, both the metal tray and the
compartment can be cleaned with warm water and a gentle
dishwashing liquid. Rinse well and dry completely before replacing
the drip tray in the machine. Make sure when replacing the drip tray
to push it all the way into the machine to avoid leaking. (fig.21)
C EANING OF THE BREWING HEAD AND FI TER
HO DER
nBoth the brewing head and filter holder should be cleaned after each use.
nWipe the brewing head with a clean damp cloth. (fig.22).
nWash the filter holder with warm water and a gentle dishwashing
liquid.
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nDo not use harsh or abrasive cleaners, or alcohol/solvent-based
cleaners to clean the brewing head or filter holder.
nWhen cleaning the filter holder, hold under running water and press
the « PUSH » button several times to remove all remaining espresso
grinds.
nRinse well and dry carefully.
nWhen not using the espresso machine, do not store the filter holder
in the locked position. This will avoid unnecessary wear to the seal.
For more thorough cleaning, disassemble the filter holder:
nRemove the black plastic part with the coffee outlets and « PUSH »
button by turning it to the left and pulling (fig.23).
nRinse the various components under running water. If necessary, use
gentle dishwashing liquid.
nRinse and dry all components well before re-assembling.
nReplace the black plastic part in the metal part, turning in the
opposite direction to that shown in (fig.23).
nIf the brewing head is heavily clogged, unscrew the grid using a
screwdriver, rinse well, dry, and then replace in the machine (fig.24).
C EANING OF THE STEAM WAND AND FROTHING
NOZZ E
nTo clean the steam wand, unclip the frothing nozzle by sliding the
black sleeve down and gently pulling the wand downwards (fig.17).
nTo clean completely, disassemble into three separate components:
the inner tube, outer tube, and stainless steel shield.
nTo remove the inner tube, unscrew the end of the nozzle, then remove
the stainless steel shield.
nClean all three components under warm running water and use a
small amount of gentle dishwashing liquid if necessary (fig.18).
Rinse well and dry completely before re-assembling.
nEnsure that the black plastic ring is pointing downwards, then
replace the frothing nozzle on the steam wand by pushing gently
upwards until it clicks into place (fig.19).
9. DESCALING
The warranty does not cover machines which have become faulty be-
cause descaling was not periodically performed.
Descale your espresso machine regularly using Krups descaling kits
(model F054), available in Krups authorized service centers (go to
Krupsonlinestore.ca for Canadian residents only).