Russell Hobbs RHCM47 Installation guide

INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY
MODEL NO. RHCM47
RUSSELL HOBBS CAFFÈ MILANO
ONE TOUCH ESPRESSO AND CAPSULE MACHINE

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Congratulations on purchasing your Russell Hobbs One Touch Espresso and Capsule Machine.
Each unit is manufactured to ensure safety and reliability. Before using this appliance for the first
time, please read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
FEATURES OF THE RUSSELL HOBBS ONE TOUCH ESPRESSO AND CAPSULE
MACHINE
The Russell Hobbs One Touch Espresso and Capsule Machine is a barmen style coffee maker
which lets you prepare coffee with flair and just the way you like it. It is very easy to use and will
give you perfect results time and time again!
o1360 Watts of power
oDrop down drip tray for smaller cups
o20 bar Defond pump
oInnovative Capsule portafilter adaptor
oFlow meter to ensure an accurate coffee flow.
oIlluminated one touch operation for single cup espresso, double cup espresso,
cappuccino, latte, milk foam and self-cleaning
oDetachable milk frothing machine and transparent milk tank for easy cleaning and
storage
o1.2L detachable transparent water tank.
oRemovable drip tray with Stainless Steel cover for easy cleaning.
oOverheating and over-pressure protection.
o1 cup and 2 cup Stainless steel coffee sieve, coffee spoon with tamper.
oFor domestic use only
o2 year warranty (1 year retail • 1 year extended upon online registration of product •
visit www.russellhobbs.co.za)
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed including
the following:
1. Please read the instructions carefully before using any appliance.

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2. Always ensure that the voltage on the rating label corresponds to the mains voltage in your
home.
3. Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the appliance and cause injury to the
user.
4. This appliance is intended for household use only. Commercial use invalidates the warranty
and the supplier cannot be held responsible for injury or damage caused when using the
appliance for any other purpose than that intended.
5. Avoid any contact with moving parts.
6. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) 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.
7. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
8. Check the power cord and plug regularly for any damage. If the cord or the plug is
damaged, the manufacturer or a qualified person must replace it in order to avoid an
electrical hazard.
9. Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged in any way. In case of damage,
take the unit in for examination and/or repair to an authorised service agent
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse or expose the unit, plug or the power
cord to water or any other liquid. Do not use it with wet hands.
11. Never immerse the unit in water or any other liquid for cleaning purposes.
12. Remove the plug from the socket by gripping the plug. Do not pull on the cord to disconnect
the appliance from the mains. Allow the unit to cool and unplug it when not in use, before
cleaning or when adding or removing parts.
13. Insert and use only original parts.
14. The use of accessory attachments that are not recommended or supplied by the
manufacturer may result in injuries, fire or electric shock.
15. A short cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a longer cord.
16. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. Ensure that the cord is not in a
position where it can be pulled on inadvertently.
17. Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces and do not place on or near a hot gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven.
18. Keep the appliance and cord away from direct radiant heat from the sun, from damp, from
sharp edges and other dangers.
19. Do not use the appliance on a gas or electric cooking top or over or near an open flame.

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20. Use on a hard, flat level surface only, to avoid interruption of airflow underneath the
appliance.
21. Use of an extension cord with this appliance is not recommended. However, if it is
necessary to use an extension cord, ensure that the cord is suited to the power
consumption of the appliance to avoid overheating of the extension cord, the appliance or
plug point. Do not place the extension cord in a position where it can be pulled on by
children or animals or tripped over.
22. This appliance is not suitable for outdoor use. Do not use this appliance for anything other
than its intended use.
23. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
oStaff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
oFarm houses;
oBy clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
oBed and breakfast type environments.
24. Do not operate this appliance by means of an external timer or separate remote control
system.
25. Always be sure to place the water reservoir tightly back in the unit with its lid closed and fill
with water at or above the minimum level marking before turning the appliance ON.
26. Do not remove the porta-filter while brewing coffee. Caution should also be taken while
removing the porta-filter since the metal parts will be hot. There may also be hot water
floating on the top of the filter. Hold it only by its handle.
27. Caution should be taken when moving any appliance containing or in contact with hot
liquids.
28. Do not remove the water reservoir until the unit is turned OFF.
29. Do not remove the porta-filter at any time during the brewing process.
30. DO NOT carry any appliance by the power cord.
31. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use. Always unplug the unit when not in use
or before cleaning.
32. Do not place the unit on a hot surface.
33. It is absolutely necessary to keep this appliance clean at all times as it comes into direct
contact with food.
34. Do not touch any hot surfaces, use handles or knobs.
35. Ensure that the machine is switched off after each use
36. The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for any damage or injury caused by
improper or incorrect use, or for repairs carried out by unauthorised personnel.

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37. In case of technical problems, switch off the machine and do not attempt to repair it yourself.
Return the appliance to an authorised service facility for examination, adjustment or repair.
Always insist on the use of original spare parts. Failure to comply with the above mentioned
pre-cautions and instructions, could affect the safe operation of this machine.
38. While in use keep hands and utensils out of container to avoid injury and damage to the
frother.
39. Only fill the reservoir with clean and cold water. Never fill it with mineral water, milk or other
liquids.
40. Do not let the coffee maker operate without water to avoid damaging the heating element.
41. Never insert finger into capsule holder, to avoid injury.

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PARTS DIAGRAM
Capsule Adapter
to be placed into
the portafilter
KEY:
1. Water tank lid
2. Water tank
3. Control panel
4. Release button for milk tank
5. Milk froth dial
6. Milk tank cover
7. Lever for milk nozzle
8. Milk nozzle
9. Milk container
10. Drip tray
11. Cover for drip tray
12. Portafilter
13. Drop down tray for smaller cups
14. Coffee outlet
15. Cup warmer
16. On/Off button
17. Double espresso button
18. Red indicator light
19. Latte macchiato button
20. Self-cleaning button
21. Warm milk froth button
22. Yellow indicator light
23. Cappuccino button
24. Espresso button
Not shown:
Small filter (1 cup of
espresso)
Large filter (2 cups of
espresso)
Measuring spoon/stamper

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INTRODUCTION
BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Before using your appliance for the first time, take the coffee maker out of the box and take off
any protective wrappings. REMEMBER: DO NOT LEAVE PROTECTIVE PACKAGING LYING
AROUND, AS IT COULD BE DANGEROUS AROUND INFANTS AND/OR ANIMALS.
2. Place the appliance on a dry, level surface.
3. Please refer to the “PARTS DIAGRAM” section to familiarize yourself with the coffee maker
and identify all parts of the machine.
4. Please make sure the unit is switched OFF by pressing the power button. Make sure that it is
unplugged from the electrical outlet.
5. Wipe down the machine with a damp cloth.
6. Rinse the water tank, milk container, the portafilter, the two (2) filters and the capsule adapter,
the cover and the measuring spoon.
7. Before enjoying your first cup of coffee, run the coffee making process, with coffee grounds to
clean out any residues in the machine. Do this twice.
8. DO NOT drink the coffee.
9. When the machine is first used, residual oils from production may cause the machine to
smoke or an odour to be released. This is normal and not a machine defect.
10. Clean out the machine as per the instructions in “Cleaning”
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE:
Do not fill the water tank with any liquid other than water as this
will damage the machine.
Do not fill the milk tank with any liquids other than milk or water
(Cleaning) as this will damage the machine.
Never over fill the portafilter.

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INSERTING THE DRIP TRAY
The drip tray can only be inserted/ removed from the machine when the milk tank is not
inserted on the machine.
Place the cover on the drip tray, make sure that it is fitted properly.
Slide the drip tray into the designated point on the machine.
FILLING THE WATER TANK
Open the water tank lid (1)
Remove the water tank using its handle
Fill the desired amount of water (NOTE: Do not exceed the MAX mark)
Reinsert the water tank. Ensure that the water tank is fitted correctly
Flip the handle down.
Close the water tank lid
FILLING THE MILK TANK
Remove the milk tank from the machine. This is done by pushing the release button and
pulling the milk tank to the side at the same time.
Remove the milk tank cover. This is done by pressing the release button on the side of the
milk tank cover.
Pour the desired quantity of milk into the tank (NOTE: Do not exceed the MAX mark)
Place the milk tank cover back in place. Make sure to hear the cover lock in place.
Insert the milk tank back into the machine. Make sure to hear it click into place and ensure
that it is fitted correctly.
FILLING THE FILTER WITH COFFEE POWDER
Insert the filter into the portafilter, the filter should be fitted securely into the portafilter.
Use the measuring spoon to fill the desired amount of coffee powder into the filter.
Press down the coffee powder using the stamper provided
NOTE: Do not use coffee substitutes or coffee extract as this will block the sieves.

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INSERTING/ REMOVING THE PORTAFILTER
Insert the portafilter into the machine so that the two (2) locking lugs on the portafilter sit in
the recesses which are provided for them on the machine. Twist the portafilter
anticlockwise to secure it.
To remove the portafilter from the machine, turn it in a clockwise direction. Then pull
downwards.
To remove the used coffee powder, tap the portafilter against the edge of a dustbin or bowl.
The compressed powder should fall out. Dispose of the used coffee grounds in an
environmentally friendly manner.
Remember not to throw the filter/sieve away
USING THE CAPSULE ADAPTER
CUP WARMER
The machine features a cup warmer which is heated
automatically when the machine is switched on.
Place the cups that need to be warmed onto the cup warmer for
approx. 5 -10 min.
SWITCH ON
Step 1: Place the capsule into the capsule holder
Step 2: Fit the capsule holder with the capsule into the portafilter
Step 3: Install the portafilter as per instructions above

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Press the power button (16) to switch on the machine and preheat the water. The control
panel flashes during the heating process.
When the machine is first switched on, the red control lamp (18) flashes and you will hear
two beeps several times in succession to indicate that the machine is not yet ready for
operation.
PREPARATION
NOTE:
Do not operate the machine without water. If this does happen, the
machine issues an error message (several beeps in succession)
(see the “Troubleshooting” chapter).
Never use the machine without a suitable container below the
coffee outlet and the milk nozzle.
Espresso / Double Espresso
Fill the water tank (2) as described above.
Insert the desired filter/sieve (1cup or 2 cups) into the portafilter (12) as described above.
Fill the filter with coffee powder
Insert the portafilter into the machine
Press the power button (16) to switch on the machine and preheat the water. The control
panel flashes during the heating process.
If the milk tank is not inserted, only the espresso button (24) and the double espresso
button (17) can be selected.
Place one or two suitable cup(s) under the coffee outlet (14).
For small cups, the machine has a fold-down deposit surface (13) on the housing. Simply
flip this down.
As soon as the machine has heated up, the control panel stops flashing. Press the button
for an espresso or the button for a double espresso.