Krups Espresso Mini 963 User manual

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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:
• Read all instructions and information in this instruction book and any other
literature included in this carton referring to this product before operating or
using this appliance.
•Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against fire, electdc shock and personal injury do not immerse
cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near chil-
dren.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before puffing on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
•Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Retum
appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair
or adjustmenL
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
•Do not use outdoors.
•Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
•Do not place on or near a hot gas or etectdc burner, or in a heated oven.
• Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To
disconnect, tum any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet.
•Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• DO NOT unscrew or remove boiler cap while the machine is in operation.
Wait until brewing cycle is completed and all water and steam has been
used up.
•Appliances with Glass Containers
A. The container is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be used
on a range top.
B. Do not set a hot container on a wet or cold surface.
C. Do not use a cracked container or a container having a loose or weakened _
handle.
D. Do not clean container with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other abrasive
matedal.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
Regarding Your Cord Set:
A. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be pro-
vided to reduce dsks resulting from becoming entangled in or tdpping over
a longer cord.
B. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
C. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used, (1) the
marked electrical rating of the detachable powePsupply cord or extension
cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
(2) if the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a
grounding-type 3-wire cord, and (3) 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 tdpped over.
D. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
As a safety feature, this plug will fit in apolarized outlet only oneway. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact aqualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
CAUTION:
This appliance is for household use. Any servicing other, than cleaning and user
maintenance should be performed by an authorized service representative.
Do not immerse base in water.
To reduce the dsk of fire or electdc shock, do not remove the base. No user
serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done by authodzed service personnel
only.
• Check voltage to be sure that the voltage indic<_tedon the name plate
ag_es with your voltage.
• Never use warm or hot water to fill the water contained Use cold water
only!
•Keep your hands and the cord away from hot parts of the appliance during
operation.
• Never clean with scouring powders or hard implements.
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Before you make espresso...
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a-OnlOffswitch
b - Cap for boiler container
c- Steam release knob
d - Steam nozzle with
"Perfect-Froth" attachment
e - Filter holder
f- Filter basket for coffee
g-Steam build-up plug
h - Cup adapter
i - Carafe
j - Carafe lid
k-Overflow g_d
I- Measuring spoon
Preparing espresso or cappuccino isdifferent from brewing regular drip coffee. Efectdc Espresso/
Cappuccino makers use steam pressure to force very hot water through the coffee gr_nds to make
espresso and use steam to froth milk for cappuccino. Since these machines use steam pressure, it
is very important that you read ALL the instructions, CAUTIONS, NOTES and ATTENTIONS and use
your espressotcappuccino maker properly.
We recommend that you get familiar with all the parts of your "Espresso Mini" before operating the
machine: insert the filter in the filter holder, fit the filter holder into the filter dngs, remove and
replace the boiler cap, turn the steam knob on and off. Wash all loose parts in warm soapy water,
rinse thoroughly and dry.
_CAUTION - PRESSURE
NEVERopen boiler cap (b) or removefilterholder(e) while your"Espresso Mini"isturned "ON"
oras longas there ispressurein the boilercontainer.
NEVERmoveor removethe filterholderwhilethe "Espresso Mini"isinoperationand underpressure,
Please follow the Instructionslisted belowto see ifthe machine is stillunderpressure.Follow
these safety precautionswhile your machineis inuse and ten to Nteert minutes after lastuse.
I. Turnthe On/Off switchto the =OFF"positionand unplugappliance.
2. Carefully open the steam release knob(c) by slowlyturning itcounterclockwise.If steam
comes out of the nozzte,thenthe water containeris stillunder pressure.Closesteam knob
and proceed withinstructionslistedbelow.
3. Takea pitcherfilled with coldwater and holdit undemeaththe steam nozzlewithnozzlein-
serted intothe pitcher.Thenopen the steam release knob(c) by turningitcounter clocl_wise,
Leavesteam releaseknobopen untilno more steam comesoutofnozzle,When finished turn
steam knob clockwiseto close.
4. Now youcan remove the boilercap and the filter holder.
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GENUINE ESPRESSO
Espresso is a far dcher and stronger brew than regular coffee. It should'be deep, dark and deli-
cious. Most people find that they enjoy it in smaU quantities because of its richness and for that
reason, espresso is usually served in small (2-2t/z oz.) demitasse cups.
The mark of real espresso is its wonderful inviting fragrance and its rich frothed topping: a light
brown, cream foam called "crema". Your "Espresso Mini", propedy used, will always produce
espresso that is deep, dark and delicious. Just follow the instructions and use fresh, well roasted,
pre-ground espresso or espresso beans you grind yourself.
GRINDING ESPRESSO BEANS
if you grind your own beans and use KRUPS
"FAST-TOUCH" (model #203), or "TOUCH-TOP"
(model # 208), The approximate grindling time for
4 cups of espresso is 16-18 seconds. Remember
espresso requires a fine gdnd.
KRUPS
"FAST-TOUCH"
Coffee Mill (//" 203)
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Making espresso
1. Place your "EspressoMini" near an electrical outlet, then plug in machine.
Make sure the OnlOff switch is in the "OFF" position.
2. Place your filter basket (f) into the filter holder (e) (see figure 2). The basket
is marked on the inside indicating 2 cups or 4 cups. Fill to the desired level,
2or 4 cups.
3. Fillthe filter basket with ground espresso coffee. Pack the coffee lightly and
clear any excess coffee from the rimof the filter holder. This will ensure a
proper flitinto the filter rings (see figure 3).
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5,
6.
ATTENTION
• Do not pack coffee tightly.
• Do not fill more coffee than indicated by the 4-cup marking. This might
cause clogging or overflow (see under section "Problems and Causes").
e To insert the filter holder (e), line up the arrow located on the thumb guard
of the filterholder with the arrow on the left side of the machine.
•Raise the filter hotder up into brewing head and turn the filter holder firmly
to the right, until it can go no further.
• The arrow on the filter holder should be as far dght in the lock range as
possible. If the arrow is not at least in the middle of the lock range, clo not
operate the machine. Rather, remove the filter holder and reinsert it as
described above until the arrow is at least in the middle of the lock range
(see figure 4).
• Once the filter holder is properly in place, it should never be moved or
attempted to be removed while the "Espresso Mini" is in operation and
under pressure.
Unscrew the boiler cap (b) by turning it counter clockwise (see figure 5).
Using the glass carafe, fill the boiler container with fresh, cold water (see
figure 6).
•._ CAUTION
•Never flit the boiler while your "Espresso Mini" in "ON" Any water that is
added to the boiler chamber while the heating element is "ON" may
produce hot steam at the point Ofimpact. The hot steam is potentially
dangerous to the user's face, hands or any other exposed body part.
• Never fill the water past the top of the metal band on the glass carafe. Any
excess water placed in the boiler chamber will remain in the system after
use which, over time, may cause unnecessary calcium buildup in the
system.
NOTE
You may want to add a little extra water to compensate for evaporation and
absorption during the brewing process. However, DO NOT fill past the top of
the metal band on the glass carafe,
The glass carafe (i) has markings on it for 2cups and 4 cups and steaming.
2 cups of water yields 2 cups of espresso.
3 cups of water yields 2 cups of espresso, plus steam for frothing milk for
cappuccino.
4 cups of water yields 4 cups of espresso.
5 cups of water yields 4 cups of espresso, plus steam for froting milk for
cappuccino, (Thiswould be at the metal band.)
7. Place the boiler cap (b) securely on the machine and turn it clockwise until it
[ssecure (see figure 7),
8. Place the carafe lid (j) on the carafe (i) sothat the lid opening points toward
the pouring spout of the carafe (see figure 8)°
9. Position the carafe under the filter holder, Make sure that the nozzle in the
filter holder points through the opening of the carafe I[d.(see figure 9).
ATTENTION
Make sure that the overflowgrid (k) is in place.
10. To make espresso directly into the cups, clip the cup adapter (h) onto the
filter holder (see figure 10) and make sure that the cups are placed correctly
underneath the two spouts (see figure lOa).
11. Make sure that the steam release knob (c) is in the "closed" position (turn
knob clockwise). •
Then turn the On/Off switch on the "ON" position and the indicator light will
illuminate (see figure 11).
_CAUTION
Dudng operatton pressure builds up Inside the espresso machine. The
pressure iscontained by aseal between the holder and the machine, if
it is not attached correctly or If It Is moved dudng operation, the holder
will not seal and can be blown off the machine under high pressure.
This can cause burns from steam and hot coffee grounds, and cuts as
the holder may shatter the glass carafe.
ATTENTION
You may notice a small amount of steam coming out of the filter holder.
This is anormal function found in pressure systems of this type. DO NOT
ADJUST OR REMOVE THE FILTER HOLDER.
12. After approximately two minutes the water will have reached the proper tem-
perature. The water at this time wilt pass through the coffee grinds, produc-
ing espresso in the glass carafe or inthe cups, whichever you choose..
13, Note that initially the coffee will drip very stowly. If,alter 4 minutes, no water
passes through the coffee grinds, turn off the machine, release pressure by
following the instructions under CAU-OTrO-N- PRESSURE listed below, then
remove the filter holder, empty coffee grinds and start from the beginning.
14.Once the coffee has stopped brewing, turn "Off" the machine with the "On/
Off" switch and the light will go out (see figure !1).
15. Before you remove the filter holder for cfeaning, make sure that the boiler is
no longer under pressure.
CAUTION "- PRESSURE
NEVER open boiler cap (b) or remove filter holder (e) whi_e your "Espresso
Mini" is turned "ON" or as long as there is pressure in the boiler container.
NEVER move or remove the filter holder while the "Espresso Mini" is in ope-
ration and under pressure.
Please follow the instructionsfirsted below to see if the machine is still under
pressure. Follow these safety precautions while your machine is in use and
ten to fifteen minutes after last use.
1. Turn the OnlOff switch to the "OFF" position and unplug appliance.
2. Carefully open the steam release knob (c) by slowly turning it counter clock-
wise. If steam comes out of the nozzle, then the water container is still under
pressure. Close steam knob and proceed with instr0ctions firsted below.
3. Take a pitcher filled with cold water and hold it underneeth the steam nozzle
with nozzle insertedinto the pitcher. Then open the steam release knob (c)
by turning it counter clockwise. Leave steam release knob open until no
more steam comes out of nozzle. When finished turn steam knob clockwise
to close.
4. Now you can remove the boiler cap and the filter holder.
_CAUTION
Use caution when removing the filter holder, metalpa{ts may still be hot.
To remove filter holder, turn the filter holder to the left, past the "min" (mini-
mum) markingsuntil the filter bolder dislodges from the machine. 7

ATTENTION
Since the metal parts might still be very hot. cool them down by
running cold water over them,
To make more espresso, proceed as follows:
•Check to see if the boiler is empty and not under pressure
(see section "Caution -Pressure"),
•Remove filter holder (e),
@- Empty filter basket (f).
• Repeat steps 1-14 of this section.
CAPPUCCINO
Cappuccino takes its name from the chocolate hues of the
robes worn by the Capuchin monks who favored this delicious
dessert coffee. While cappuccino is traditionally made up of
espresso and frothed milk, it can be tailored to one's own taste
with cinnamon, sugar, chocolate flakes or even liquor. Its versa- ..
tility makes cappuccino a world-wide gourmet choice.
1. The first step inmakingcappuccinoisto makeespresso.
Therefore, fill the glass carafe withthe amount ofwater
whichisrequiredto make the amountofespressoplusaddi-
tional waterfor frothingmilk(see sectionMakingEspresso).
2. RII a small pItcher w,_to th full wIth fresh, cold milk and set
aside,
3. a) As soonasthe firstdrops of coffeeare forced through
the filter holder, youcan start frothingmilk.
b) Holdthe pitcherunder the steam nozzle.Insertthe
steam nozzlewith "Perfect Froth"t_phaftway intothe
pitcherof milk.Turnthe steam controlknobalmosta
fullturn.Hold the pitchersteady as you froth the milk
(see figure 12).Leavesteam nozzle inpitcher for approxF
mately 45-60 seconds,dependingon how muchfroth
you want and the type of milkyou are using.
ATTENTION
Do not bring milk to a boil (this will happen ff large bubbles start
forming at the surface of the milk),
Do not let the perfect froth attachment touch the bottom of the
pitcher (this will prevent you from frothing milk).
Closethe steam releaseknob(c) afterthe milkisfrothedby
turningitclockwise whilethe nozzleisstillimmersedinthe
milk.This wiltpreventsplatteringof hot milkand foam. ffyou
prefer"stiff" foam, let the frothed milkstand for aminute. If
you prefer=creamy" foam, useimmediately.
5. Pourthe espressointoacup whichhas the capacity ofat
least(5 oz.).Then add the steamed milk to the espresso
and spoon onthe frothedmilk.The proportion between
espressoand milkis totaste; initaly it isnormallyone part
espressototwo partsmilkplus thefroth.
ATTENTION
The top closureofthe Perfect Froth attachment (see figure12a
PertA)has averyfine holein itwhichdrawsair intothe milk.
Ifthistiny holegetsclogged,=PerfectFroth"willnotwork pro-
pedy.So neverimmersethe top closurein milkor foam.
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STEAMING WITHOUT MAK! NG ESPRESSO
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4.
5,
6,
Insert the steam build-up plug (g) into the filter holder; see
figure (t3). Then proceed with steps 4 and 5 in section
"Making Espresso".
Fillthe boiler container with cold water.
CAUTION: For steam only fill the glass carafe to the
<_ mark on carsk.'This will always give you enough steam.
Have your pitcher with milk or any other beverage you wish
to heat ready.
Proceed with steps 7, 8, 9 and 11in section "Making
Espresso".
Open the Steam Release Knob (c) immediately after turning
the machine on. Stand by with your frothing pitcher.
CAUTION: Do not leave the machine unattended at that
time.
It wilt take approx, half aminute after turning the machine
on for the steam to come out of the steam nozzle. Proceed
with steps 3b to 5In section "Making Capuccino".
When all steam is released close the Steam Release Knob
and turn off machine. •CAUTION: In case you do not need
all the water for steaming, proceed as follows:
a) turn off the machine,
b) release the remaining steam pressure into another
container.
DO NOT CLOSE THE STEAM RELEASE KNOB BEFORE ALL
STEAM tS RELEASED!
(see also the section =_ CAUTION - PRESSURE")
CLEANINGTHE PERFECT-FROTHAI-rACHMENT
Fora thorough cleaningofthe "Perfect-Froth" attachment
removepart C (seefigure t2a). All parts shouldbe rinsed in
warmwater. Ifthe smallsuction-openinginpart Aispluggedup,
itcan be opened witha fine needle.
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CLEANING
Beforecleaning,tum off the machine, unplugit,and allowto
cooldown.
The filterholder,filter basket,carafe,carafe lid,the cup adapter
and the overflowgrid canbe put inthe dishwasher'supper rock
awayfromthe heatingldryingelement
The machine itsetf wipes clean.Never immersethe body of
your"EspressoMini"inwater oranyother liquid•Cleanthe
filter ringwith adamp clothand remove groundcoffee.Ifthere
iswater left in the boilercontainer,let the machinecooldown,
removeaiTloose parts and emptythroughthe top opening.
Cleaning the steam nozzle
Clean the steam nozzle each time after you have immersed
it in the milk, other,vise the inside of the noTAe becomes
clogged and milk deposits on the outside harden and become
dh'l_cultto remove, if this does occur, unscrew the nozzle (see
figure 15) and remove all milk particles (use a needle and rinse
under faucet); replace nozzle, and be sure to screw on tightly.
Cleaning the Perfect Froth attachment
For a thorough cleaning of the "Perfect Froth" attachment
remove part C (see figure 12a). All parts should be dnsed in
warm water. Ifthe small suction opening in part A is clogged it
can be opened with a fine needle,
_CAUTION
DO NOT try to open or disassemble the main body of the
machine.
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PROBLEMS AND CAUSES
(Alwayscheck ifmachine ispluggedinand ifmachineisinthe proper "On" position.)
Problem:
1•Coffee leaking fTom filter holder
Cause:
• Filter holder not propedy inserted
•Rlter holder not pushed in far enough
•Intemal gasket is dirty, clean gasket
•Gasket withoutelasticity, replace
• Coffee powder not cleaned off the edge of the filter holder
Probtem:
2.Coffee doesnot come out
Cause:
•Nowater inboilercontainer
•Nocoffee infilterholder
•Filtercloggedup because coffee mixture istoofine orpresseddowntoo hard
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Problem:
3. Steam does not come out of steam nozzle
Cause:
•NO water or enough water in the boiler container
•Steam nozzle is clogged (see under "Cleaning")
•Perfect Froth attachment isclogged (see under"Cleaning the Perfect Froth')
Problem:
4• Not enoughfroth when frothing the milk
CaUse:
• Perfect Frothattachment touchesthe bottom ofthe pitcher
• Perfect Frothtip (see figure 12a)is clogged(partA)(see under "Cleaningthe Perfect Froth")
QSteam nozzleisclogged(see under"Cleaning")
•Not enoughwaterleftin boilertosteam for45-60 seconds
Never move or remove the filter holder while the
machine is in operation and under pressure.
TLimited One Year Warranty
Your KRUPS _t 963 is covered by
the following warranty (glass carafes
are excluded from warranty):
If from date of purchase within one
year this KRUPS product fails to
function because of defects in
materials or workmanship, KRUPS
North America, will at its option,
repair or replace the unit without
charge, provided the owner has a
proof of date of purchase:
This warranty will be void if
malfunction was caused by
damage to the product by
accident, misuse, use on
frequency or voltage other than.
marked on the product and/or
described in the instructions,
•abuse including tampering,
damage in transit, or use for
commercial purposes. This
warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state
to state.
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GUARANTEE OF PERFORMANCE
This fine KRUPS product is manufactured according to a rigid code of quality
standards, and, with a minimum of care, should give years of satisfying service.
However, should the need arise for repairs or for replacement parts within or
after the warranty l_eriod, please call our CONSUMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT:
[phone]
24-hours a day, 7 days a week
You will be provided with specific instruction on how to get your product
repaired.
The department will also be able to answer any generalproduct questions you
may have.
Before calling the Consumer Service Department, please have the type number
of your KRUPS appliance available. You must have this information before calling
our Consumer Service Department so that we may better answer your questions.
The type number can be located by looking on the bottom of your appliance.
This product is Ty_pe#963.
Any general correspondance can be addressed to:
KRUPS North Amedca, Inc.
P.O. Box 3900
Peoda, IL 61612
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KRUPS North America, lnc.,
7 Reuten D_ive.
CLOSTER, New Jersey 07624 07951STD1963/68020