Mr. Coffee ECM170 SERIES Quick guide

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ECM170 SERIES
MRCOFFEE.COM
MÁQUINA PARA ESPRESSO,
LATTE Y CAPPUCCINO
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
YGUÍA DE RECETAS
ESPRESSO, LATTE &
CAPPUCCINO MAKER
USER MANUAL
AND RECIPE GUIDE

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You’re the proud new owner of a Mr. Coffee®Steam Espresso,
Latte and Cappuccino Maker. Soon you’ll be brewing real espresso drinks just
like the coffee shop.
Espresso is used as a base for many other rich and delicious beverages such as
Cappuccinos and Lattes. A Cappuccino is made with about one third espresso,
one third steamed milk, and one third frothed milk. A Latte, on the other hand, is
a combination of espresso and steamed milk with a small layer of foam on top.

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during or immediately after the brewing cycles. Contents may be hot.
Allow to cool before opening the lid.
4. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire,
electrical shock or injury to persons.
5. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury, do not immerse cords, plugs or the appliance in water or any
other liquid.
8. Use only water in this appliance! Do not put any other liquids or foods in the water reservoir.
9. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
10. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is damaged
in any manner. Contact your Mr. Coffee
®
Customer Service to arrange for replacement or repair.
11. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
12. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
13. Always be sure water reservoir cap is tightened securely before turning appliance on.
14. To avoid possible burns to body part and/or other injury from hot steam and water, NEVER
open the water reservoir cap or portafilter while your Mr. Coffee
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Steam Espresso, Latte and Cappuccino
Maker is turned on or as long as there is pressure in the water reservoir.
15. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
16. Place the espresso maker on a hard, flat, level surface to avoid interruption of airflow underneath.
17. This ceramic mug is designed for use with your Mr. Coffee
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espresso maker. It must never be used on a
range top or in any oven, including a microwave oven.
18. Do not set a hot ceramic mug on a wet or cold surface.
19. Do not clean the ceramic mug with abrasive cleaners, steel wool pad or other abrasive materials.
20. DO NOT attempt to unscrew water reservoir cap OR remove portafilter without releasing pressure first.
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Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as rinsing, washing, filling, or immersing a hot container with cold liquids.
22. Do not use a cracked ceramic mug or a mug having a loose or weakened handle.
23. 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.
For appliances with service panels:
WARNING: Risk of Fire or Electric Shock. Do not remove this cover. No user serviceable parts inside.
Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Please read ALL of the instructions in this manual carefully before you begin to use this appliance. Proper care and
maintenance will ensure a long life and a trouble-free operation for this appliance. Please save these instructions
and refer to them for cleaning and care tips.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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THIS UNIT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
POWER CORD INSTRUCTIONS
1. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. An extension cord may be purchased and used if care is exercised in its use.
3. If an 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 resulting extended cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over a
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
POLARIZED PLUGS
CUSTOMIZE THE LENGTH OF THE POWER CORD
You can customize the length of the power cord so that it is the exact length
you desire. To increase the length of the power cord: grasp the power cord
(not the power plug) and gently lift it out of the slot, then pull it away from
the Coffeemaker. To decrease the length of the power cord: grasp the power
cord (not the power plug), lift it out of the slot and gently feed it into the
Coffeemaker. Lock the cord in the slot when finished.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of
electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature or modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits
loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm,
do not use that outlet.

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TABLE CONTENTS
• Important Safeguards....................................................
• Power Cord Instructions ..............................................
• Parts Diagram..................................................................
• Set-Up & How to Brew.................................................
• How to Froth Milk...........................................................
• Cleaning & Maintaining.................................................
• Troubleshooting .............................................................
• Recipes Ideas ................................................................
• Warranty Information......................................................
• Instrucciones en Español ............................................
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Brew
Tip Brew Steam Lock Clean
Lock
Tip Brew Steam Lock Clean
Steam
Tip Brew Steam Lock Clean
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MR. COFFEE®
STEAM ESPRESSO / CAPPUCCINO MAKER
Removable
Wand Cover
Frothing Wand
Coffee Scoop
(The scoop can be used
as a tamping tool)
Replacement parts available
on MrCoffee.com
Water Reservoir Cap
On/Off Indicator
Light
Filter Retainer
Clip
Control Knob
Portafilter
Ceramic Mug
Portafilter
Removable Drip Tray
Cord Storage
Filter Water Measuring Cup
Filter
Retainer Clip

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WHAT YOU NEED ON HAND:
• Ceramic mug (included) or a stainless steel frothing pitcher.
• Coffee should be ground to a fine espresso grind that resembles
salt grains. Use a quality grinder or burr mill, such as a Mr. Coffee®
burr mill.
• Milk for making cappuccinos or lattes.
• For best espresso drinks, we recommend using filtered
or bottled water.
CLEAN YOUR MACHINE!
Note: portafilter is not dishwasher safe, hand wash only.
1. Wash the ceramic mug, water measuring cup, filter and portafilter
with mild detergent and a soft sponge or cloth.
2. Remove the water reservoir cap.
3. Fill water measuring cup with filtered water to the 4 cup mark and
pour into water reservoir.
4. Screw cap back onto the water reservoir.
5. Insert portafilter into the machine with no coffee from left to right.
This can be tricky the first time you try, so don’t worry. The best
way to learn is to look at the shape of the top of the portafilter. It
can be inserted by placing it from the left and locking it into the
right. This may require force. The handle should be aligned with
the lock symbol and pointing directly at you when standing in
front of the machine.
6. Place ceramic mug under the portafilter.
7. Turn the control knob on the left side of the machine to “Brew.”
Keep the control knob on “Brew” until there is no longer water
exiting the portafilter.
8. Be sure to turn the control knob to the “Off” position and unplug
the appliance.
1. Unplug the machine. Place a ceramic mug under the frothing wand.
2. Turn control knob on the left side of the machine to “Steam.”
3. Once there is no longer steam or water exiting the frothing wand, remove the water reservoir cap.
4. Turn control knob back to “Off.”
5. Slowly remove the portafilter.
HOW TO RELEASE PRESSURE BEFORE
REMOVING WATER RESERVOIR CAP
BEFORE FIRST USE, CLEAN AND PRIME
YOUR MACHINE
CAUTION: Do not immerse the power cord, power plug or
coffeemaker in water or in any other liquid. Do not remove the water
reservoir cap or portafilter until you release pressure in the unit.

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ESPRESSO PREP:
1. Scoop your finely ground espresso into the portafilter.
• For 2 servings of espresso, fill filter to the 2 cup line located
inside the portafilter.
• For 4 servings of espresso, fill filter to the 4 cup line located
inside the portafilter.
2. Lightly tamp/press down the espresso in the portafilter by
pushing down with the back of the measuring scoop/tamper.
(If tamped too much, the water will not go through the espresso.)
3. Insert the portafilter into machine. The handle should be aligned
with the lock symbol and pointing directly at you when
standing in front of the machine.
TIME TO BREW AND FROTH:
Note: If making a cappuccino or a latte, follow steps 1-8.
If you are making an espresso, follow steps 1, 2, 7, 8!
1. Place the ceramic mug onto the drip tray and under the portafilter.
2. Plug in the machine and turn control knob on the left side of the machine to “Brew.”
3. Pour in your desired amount of cold milk into a the frothing pitcher, but allow enough room
for expansion of the foam (typically 1/3 or 1/2 of the top).
*Frothing texture is highly dependent upon the milk type used. 2% is recommended; whole
milk creates finer bubbles while skim milk creates larger bubbles.
WATER PREP:
1. Remove the water reservoir cap.
• For 2 or 4 servings of espresso, fill the water measuring cup with water to the
appropriate mark and pour into water reservoir.
• If making a cappuccino or latte, fill water measuring cup with water up to the steam
mark and pour it into the reservoir.
2. Screw cap back onto water reservoir.
HOW TO MAKE ESPRESSO, CAPPUCCINO
OR LATTE
CAUTION: Do not remove water reservoir cap or
portafilter until you release the pressure in the unit.

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4. Once the coffee begins to brew into the ceramic mug,
interrupt the brewing process by turning the control knob
to “Off,” place your frothing pitcher so that the frothing
wand is submerged about 1/2 -1” into the milk.
5. Turn the knob to “Steam.” This will take a few seconds to
heat up before bubbling. You should hear the steam coming
out. If it is silent, it may mean you are out of water and no
steam is coming out. If this happens, remove the frothing
pitcher from the frothing wand.
When you hear steam coming out, move the ceramic mug in
a circular motion until desired amount of froth is reached.
*It takes about 2 minutes to froth 4 oz. of milk to 165˚F heat.
6. Before removing the frothing pitcher from underneath the
frothing wand, turn the control knob back into the “Brew”
position to complete the brewing process.
7. When the espresso finishes brewing, turn the control knob
to the “Off” position and unplug the machine. If brewing 4
cups and frothing, you may need to add additional water.
8. Follow “how to release pressure before removing water
reservoir lid” on page 7.
BUILD YOUR CAPPUCCINO OR LATTE:
1. Grab your favorite drinking mug.
2. Then pour the espresso into your drinking mug.
3. Finally, pour froth into your mug, then stir and enjoy.
*A latte has less foam and more steamed milk than a cappuccino. A cappuccino has 1/3
of espresso, 1/3 of steamed milk and 1/3 milk foam whereas a latte has 1/3 espresso, 2/3
steamed milk topped with milk foam.
*Visit The Mr. Coffee channel for instructional videos and tips.

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TIME TO FROTH:
4. Pour in your desired amount of cold milk into the ceramic
mug or a frothing pitcher, but allow enough room for
expansion of the foam (typically 1/3 or 1/2 of the top).
*Frothing texture is highly dependent upon the milk type
used. 2% is recommended; whole milk creates finer
bubbles while skim milk creates larger bubbles.
5. Place your ceramic mug or frothing pitcher so that the
frothing wand is submerged into the milk.
About 1/2 -1” into the milk.
6. Turn the knob to “Steam.” This will take a few seconds
to heat up before bubbling. You should hear the steam
coming out. If it is silent, it may mean you are out of
water and no steam is coming out. If this happens,
remove the frothing pitcher from the frothing wand.
When you hear steam coming out, move the ceramic
mug in a circular motion until desired amount of froth is
reached. *It takes about 2 minutes to froth 4 oz. of milk
to 165˚F heat.
7. Before removing the ceramic mug from underneath the
frothing wand, turn the knob to the “Off” position .
Note: it is extremely important to clean the frothing wand after
every use. Refer to page 11 for cleaning instructions.
WATER PREP:
1. Remove the water reservoir cap.
2. Fill the water measuring cup to the steam line
with filtered water and pour into reservoir.
3. Screw cap back onto water reservoir.
HOW TO FROTH MILK
CAUTION: Do not remove water reservoir cap or
portafilter until you release the pressure in the unit.

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2. Remove portafilter, discard coffee grounds. Lift filter retainer clip
over the filter and hold in place as you discard coffee grounds.
This helps keep filter secured in place.
3. Rinse portafilter with fresh water. Please note that the portafilter is
NOT dishwasher safe. Handwash only!
NOTE: If you did not froth milk, skip steps 4-9.
4. Fill water measuring cup to the steam mark with water and pour
into the water reservoir.
5. Screw cap back onto the water reservoir and plug in the machine.
6. Fill ceramic mug half way with water and place so that the frothing
wand is submerged into the water.
7. Turn the knob to “Steam” and steam with water instead of milk for
30 seconds. This will help rinse the internal parts of the machine.
8. Once the frothing wand is cool, remove and rinse frothing wand
cover. The frothing wand cover is the black rubber piece at the tip
of the frothing wand. Simply pull from the bottom to remove.
9. Wipe down frothing wand with a damp cloth and rinse the frothing
wand cover.
Keep your Mr. Coffee®machine running smoothly by
taking care of it after every use. Follow these easy
steps to clean your machine:
1. Rinse ceramic mug. Remove the drip tray cover. Empty water
or coffee from drip tray. Dry with a clean cloth. Wipe the
exterior of the machine with a damp cloth. Do not use metal
scouring pads or abrasive cleansers.
CAUTION: To protect against electric shock, do not
immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquids.
CLEANING YOUR MACHINE
AFTER EACH USE
CAUTION: Do not remove water reservoir cap or
portafilter until you release the pressure in the unit.

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DELIME INTERNAL PARTS
1. Make sure the control knob is in the “Off” position.
2. Fill water measuring cup to the 4 cup mark with fresh,
undiluted white household vinegar. Add vinegar to the
water reservoir.
3. Brew just enough to get some vinegar to come out.
4. Steam just enough to get some vinegar to come out.
5. Unplug the machine.
6. Allow appliance to sit overnight with the vinegar solution
in the water reservoir.
7. Discard vinegar through the top opening of the espresso
maker by turning the machine upside down over the sink.
8. Rinse the water reservoir thoroughly with tap water by
filling tank half full with water and then pouring the water
back out into the sink, repeating this step twice.
9. Brew and steam with fresh water at least 4 times or until
you do not smell any vinegar.
USER MAINTENANCE:
This appliance has no user serviceable parts. Any servicing beyond that described in the
Cleaning Section should be performed by an Authorized Service Representative only.
See warranty section.
CLEANING EVERY
1-3 MONTHS
Once every 1 to 3 months depending on usage and
the type of water, we recommend that you delime
your machine to keep it working properly.
CAUTION: Do not remove water reservoir cap or
portafilter until you release the pressure in the unit.

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Make sure the control knob is
set to “Off” before using the machine.
Filter retainer clip should be in the back position when
installing the portafilter into the unit.
Do not attempt to turn portafilter handle past the
lock position.
Do not overfill the filter with ground coffee, as this will
cause an improper lock of the portafilter, which could
result in leaking and damage to the seal.
For best results, only use high-quality espresso ground
coffee.
Do not leave excess coffee grounds on the edge of the
portafilter. Excess grounds on the edge will cause an
improper lock which could result in leaking and damage
to the seal.
Do not “Brew” or “Steam” with the appliance without
water in the water reservoir.
Make sure the frothing wand is submerged in your milk or
milk substitute before turning the knob to “Steam.”
Storing the portafilter in the brew head can cause an
improper lock which could result in leaking and damage
to the seal.
Do not fill water to the top of the water reservoir.
This is a manual machine without auto shut-off. You
control how much espresso is brewed by turning the
control knob.
HELPFUL HINTS

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Your MR. COFFEE
®
Espresso, Latte & Cappuccino Maker has been carefully designed to give
you many years of trouble-free service. In the unlikely event that your new espresso machine
does not operate satisfactorily, please review the following potential problems and try the steps
recommended BEFORE you call Mr. Coffee Service Center.
PROBLEMS, CAUSES & SOLUTIONS
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Unable to steam • Water reservoir is empty
• Unit is not turned on
• Frothing wand is clogged
• Fill water reservoir with 2 oz (the steam icon
on the fill cup) of water and pour into water
reservoir
• Plug in power cord and slowly turn control
knob to Steam position
• Remove frothing wand cover and check
if metal frothing wand is clogged with a
needle or paper clip. Then, follow cleaning
instructions on page 11
Coffee does
not come out
• No water in water reservoir
• Coffee grind is too fine
• Too much coffee in the filter
• Appliance not turned on or
plugged in
• Coffee has been tamped /
compressed too much
• Add water to water reservoir
• Grind coffee less fine
• Fill portafilter following instructions on
page 8
• Plug in power cord
• Refill portafilter with espresso ground coffee
and GENTLY tamp
Coffee comes out
too quickly
• Coffee is ground too coarse
• Not enough coffee in the
portafilter
• Use a finer grind of espresso coffee
• Follow How to Brew Espresso instructions
carefully paying close attention to
measurements for coffee
Do you still have questions? You can call us toll-free at the MR. COFFEE
®
Consumer Service
Department, 1-800-MR COFFEE (1-800-672-6333) or you can visit us at www.mrcoffee.com.

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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Milk is not foamy
after frothing
• Not enough water in water
reservoir to steam
• Milk is not cold
• Using whole milk
• Follow the “How to Froth” instructions paying
close attention to the water measurements
• Use cold milk to froth
• For best results, use 2% or skim milk
Coffee comes out
around the edge
of the portafilter
• Portafilter not rotated to lock
position
• Coffee grounds around edge
of filter
• Too much coffee in the filter
• Rotate portafilter to lock position
• Wipe off excess grounds from rim of
portafilter
• Put less coffee in the filter
Portafilter changed
color
• Dishwasher • It is still safe to use. We do not
recommend putting it in the dishwasher
Milk sucked in the
machine through
the frothing wand
• Not enough water to froth /
steam in the water reservoir
• You should hear the steam coming out. If it
is silent, remove the frothing wand from the
milk. Then, follow frothing instructions on
pages 8 & 9

CAFÉ IRISH
espresso, Irish whiskey,
topped with whipped-cream
CAFÉ ROMANO
espresso, brandy and lemon twist
espresso, brandy, topped with
whipped-cream
CAFÉ VIENNA
SAN FRANCISCO CAPPUCCINO
espresso, hot steamed chocolate,
brandy, topped with cream
and cinnamon
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No claim is made to any of the recipes or recipe names listed. Any rights to the recipe or recipe names
listed belong to their respective owners, if any. Please drink responsibly and obey legal drinking age laws.

CAFÉ TUACA
espresso, tuaca liqueur,
topped with whipped-cream
CAFÉ TIA MARIA
espresso, tia maria liqueur,
topped with frothed-milk
CAFÉ GRAND MARNIER
espresso, grand marnier liqueur,
topped with whipped-cream and
grated orange peel
MEXICAN CAFÉ
espresso, kahlua, tequila,
topped with whipped-cream
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No claim is made to any of the recipes or recipe names listed. Any rights to the recipe or recipe names
listed belong to their respective owners, if any. Please drink responsibly and obey legal drinking age laws.

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Use this percentage as guide only.

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Use this percentage as guide only.