Stirling STR-E15BDG User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Espresso Machine
with Grinder
Model Number STR-E15BDG
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Welcome
Congratulations on choosing to buy a STIRLING®product.
All products brought to you by STIRLING®are manufactured to the highest
standards of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of
customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive
3Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.

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02 Welcome
04 Warranty Details
05 General Safety Instructions
09 Product Overview
12 Getting Started
18 Instructions
26 FAQs and Troubleshooting Guide
28 Other Useful Information
35 Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice
Contents

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Espresso Machine with Grinder
The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and
parts for a period of 36 months from the date of purchase. Defects that
occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be
repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion. The benefits conferred by
this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies in respect of the
product that the consumer has under the Competition and Consumer Act
2010 and similar state and territory laws.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for
a major failure and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does
not amount to a major failure.
YEAR WARRANTY
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General Safety Instructions
Electrical safety and cord handling
• Electrical specifications: Ensure your outlet voltage and circuit frequency
correspond to the voltage stated on the appliance rating label. Your wall outlet
should be properly earthed and the appliance operated on a separate circuit.
• Connection: Prior to connecting or disconnecting the plug from wall outlet, turn
any control to the OFF or STANDBY position.
• WARNING: Do not immerse! To protect against fire and electric shock, do not
immerse the cord, plug or the appliance itself in water or other liquid, or expose
any of the electrical connections to water. If the appliance falls or accidentally
becomes immersed in water or any other liquid, unplug it immediately. Do
not reach into the water! Do not use this appliance after it has fallen into or
has become immersed in water. Contact our after sales support centre for
examination and repair.
• Protect the cord: Do not kink, bend, squash or damage the power cord and
protect it from sharp edges and heat. Do not let it touch hot surfaces, including
the machine’s hot surfaces. Make sure the cord does not hang over the edge of
a table or benchtop and nothing is placed on top of the cord.
•
Winding the cord: If winding the power cord, avoid tight bends as this could
damage the cord.
• No extension cord, no timer: Do not use the appliance with an extension cord,
plug adaptor, external timer or a separate remote control system.
• Damage: Do not pick up or operate the appliance if the power supply cord or
plug is damaged. A damaged cord or plug must be replaced by appropriately
qualified personnel in order to avoid a hazard.
• Malfunction during use: If this appliance begins to malfunction during use,
press the POWER button to turn off the machine. Then immediately unplug
the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
Contact our after sales support centre.
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this type of
product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and injury when correctly adhered to. Keep the manual in a safe place for future
reference, along with the completed warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. If
applicable, pass these instructions on to the next owner of the appliance.
Always follow basic safety precautions and accident prevention measures
when using an electrical appliance, including the following:

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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
• Disconnect: Switch off the appliance and unplug it from the power supply in
the following circumstances:
- after use, and if anything unusual occurs during the coffee-making process
- before cleaning, servicing or moving it (allow it to cool beforehand)
- before putting on or taking off parts (allow it to cool beforehand)
- if you will not use it for an extended time (e.g. when going on holidays).
To disconnect, turn any control to the OFF or STANDBY position and unplug the
machine from the wall outlet. Grab the plug when unplugging, do not pull the cord.
• RCD: Unless your home is already fitted with a residual current device (safety
switch), we recommend installing an RCD with a rated residual operating
current not exceeding 30 mA to provide additional safety protection when
using electrical appliances. See your electrician for professional advice.
Usage conditions and restrictions
• Domestic use only: This appliance is intended for private household use only,
such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
- farm houses;
- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
It is not intended for commercial or trade use.
• Intended purpose: Do not use the appliance for anything other than its
intended use, and only use it as described in this manual. Any other use and
misuse may cause fire or electric shock, or result in potential injury to persons.
• No outdoor use: Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Accessories: Do not use this appliance with accessories that are not supplied.
The use of accessory attachments not supplied may result in fire, electric shock
or injury to persons, and will void your warranty.
• Usage restriction: The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of expe-
rience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children: Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
• Unattended: Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is in use.

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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
• Work surface: Place the machine on a stable and flat surface to avoid interrup-
tion of airflow underneath the appliance. Place it on a heat resistant surface, in
a dry environment, away from water. Do not operate it on an inclined plane.
• Clearances: Keep the appliance at least 10 cm away from walls or other
objects during operation.
• Do not use in a cabinet: Do not place the appliance in a cabinet when in use.
• Do not use on hot surfaces: Never place the machine on a hot surface such
as a hotplate or inside a heated oven. Never use it around an open flame.
• Water tank: Before turning the appliance on, always ensure you have filled the
water tank with fresh, cold tap water to between the minimum and maximum
markings and placed it securely back in the unit with its lid closed. Do not
open the lid or remove the water tank during operation as scalding may occur
if the lid is removed while coffee is being extracted. Wait until the unit is turned
off. Do not attempt to operate the machine without water in the tank. Let the
machine cool down sufficiently before adding more water to avoid splattering.
• Cleaning: In order for the appliance to work properly time after time, make sure
to clean it after every use.
• CAUTION! To prevent damage to the appliance, do not use abrasive or alkaline
cleaning agents when cleaning. Use a soft cloth and a mild detergent. Do not
immerse the appliance in water for cleaning. Wait with cleaning until all parts
are cool enough to touch. Clean the steam wand, portafilter, group head and
filter baskets regularly following the cleaning instructions on pages 28–31.
CAUTION: HOT!
• CAUTION: Avoid Burns! This appliance generates heat and escaping steam
during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns
from sprays of hot water or steam, fires, or other injury to persons or damage
to property.
• CAUTION: Hot Surfaces! Parts of the machine are subject to residual heat,
which means they are still hot after use. Use particular caution when handling
metal parts, such as the portafilter, the group head to which it is attached, the
filter basket, steam wand and water dispenser. Always use the silicone covers
and tabs installed on both the steam wand and the water dispenser to rotate
and swing either wand to the perfect position.
Also, be aware that there may be hot water floating on top of the used coffee
puck in the filter basket after extraction. Hold the portafilter only by its handle
and take care when disposing of the puck.

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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
• CAUTION: Hot Liquids! Exercise extreme caution and do not attempt to
move the appliance containing hot liquids. Allow it to cool completely before
moving.
• CAUTION: High Pressure and Hot Steam! The portafilter is under pressure
during use. Do not remove it while the appliance is in use. Beware of hot steam
when using or purging the steam wand.
• Do not use the grinder: near an open flame, hot surface, radiant cooking
element or other source of heat. Do not use the grinder when empty.
• Check before use: Always check the hopper for the presence of foreign objects.
• Moving parts: Always switch off the grinder and wait until all parts have
stopped moving before moving the appliance.
• WARNING! To reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the
appliance, keep hands and utensils out of the coffee bean hopper while
grinding, and when the appliance is plugged in.
• Lid: For your personal safety and to avoid creating a mess, only use the
grinder with both lids securely in place. The grinder will not work if the ground
coffee container is not covered by the lid.
• Maximum usage time: Do not use the coffee grinder continuously for more
than one (1) minute at a time as the motor could overheat and cause damage to
the appliance. Allow the appliance to rest until the motor has cooled down.
• Misuse: We assume no liability for any eventual damages caused by misuse of
the appliance, inappropriate handling or noncompliance with the instructions.
• Changing accessories or parts: Switch off the appliance and disconnect
from the power supply before changing accessories or approaching parts that
move when in use.

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Product Overview
Scope of delivery
8 Drip tray
9 Tamper
10 Water tank cover (back)
11 Water tank (back)
12 Brewing head
13 Portafilter
14 Steam nozzle cover
15 Steam wand
16 Tank full floater
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Espresso machine
1 Lid of bean hopper
2 Bean hopper
3 Hot plate for cups
4 Control panel (see page 11 for details)
5 Grinder switch
6 Grinder holder
7 Drip grid

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Product Overview (Cont.)
NOTE: Due to continued product improvement, images and illustrations in this manual
may vary slightly from the product purchased. All images in this manual are for reference
purposes only. Parts are not necessarily pictured to scale.
Accessories:
17 Milk jug (not pictured)
18 Filter for single espresso
19 Filter for double espresso
20 Cleaning tool (located
underneath the drip tray)
21 Brush
Other inclusions (not pictured)
Instruction manual
Coffee guide
Warranty certificate
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Product Overview (Cont.)
Control panel (Fig. 1)
A POWER button: used to switch the espresso machine on and off. This
appliance requires time to pre-heat - after turning it on, the power button will
flash. Wait for it to illuminate before use. To ensure the correct temperature
is reached, run a blank shot through the machine before pulling an espresso
(see page 18). If no action occurs within thirty minutes, the machine will
switch off automatically.
B MENU button: used to make selections between the different modes and
functions. You can select between dispensing hot water, steam, or pulling an
espresso shot.
C DESCALE button: used when descaling the machine. The descale icon will
appear on the LCD screen to indicate that descaling is required to ensure
continued optimum performance. See pages 30-31 for more information on
the descaling process.
D SHOT button: used to change the volume of a single or double espresso
shot (see page 20).
E CUPS button: used to switch between a single and double shot of espresso
(see page 20).
F START/STOP Rotation Knob/Button: pressed to start/stop the flow of
espresso, hot water, and steam. It can be rotated to adjust certain pre-
programmed values.
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Getting Started
Before first use
• Unpack the appliance and keep the original packaging carton in a safe place.
It will help prevent any damage if the product needs to be transported in the
future, and you can use it to store the appliance when it is not in use. In the
event that the carton is to be disposed of, please recycle it where possible.
Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, so
ensure all packaging materials are out of their reach and disposed of safely.
• Inspect the cord and plug for damage or wear before each use. Do not use
the appliance if the appliance or its cord has been damaged or is not working
properly. In case of damage, contact our after sales support centre.
• Read all instructions in this manual and make sure you understand all
warnings. Refer to the Product Overview, pages 9–11, to familiarise yourself with
the product and its parts.
• To remove dust from transport, wash the portafilter, filter baskets, tamper, jug
and other accessories in warm water and a little dish detergent. Rinse and dry.
Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.
The drip tray
• The drip tray (Fig. 2) slides out for easy cleaning. It has a red full indicator
inside, which floats up to indicate when the tray is full of water and needs to be
emptied. Fig. 2
Fig. 3
• On the left side of the drip tray, below
the metal grille, there is a removable
small plastic compartment to collect
any spilled coffee grounds (Fig. 3). It
is separated from the water to avoid
creating wet coffee grounds - the dry
grounds can be more easily emptied
from the container.
• When too much water has
accumulated in the drip tray, the red
full indicator will rise. To avoid water
spillage, lift the draining plate off
the tray. Carefully slide the drip tray
straight out to remove. Empty the
water, rinse and wipe the tray dry,
then reassemble it into the machine.

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IMPORTANT!
• Ensure there is water in the tank before you start extracting espresso or
frothing milk.
• Monitor the water level during use to ensure there is always some water in
the tank. If you leave refilling until the tank is empty, the pump may start
sucking in air from the empty water tank.
Getting Started (Cont.)
Filling the water tank
Fill the water tank before switching on the espresso machine. The tank is
removable for easy filling.
1. Remove the lid of the water tank.
2. Grasp the water tank at the back of the machine and lift it up and off the unit to
fill the tank under the tap.
3. Fill the tank with cold tap water –never use warm or hot water. Replace the
water every day, or whenever you want to use the machine.
4. Rinse the tank and discard the water.
5. To prepare the machine for priming the pump, fill the tank again with cold water
to the MAX mark, then slide the full tank back into its original position. Reattach
the lid.
Alternatively, use a jug and carefully pour water into the opening while the tank is in
place on the base of the machine, then reattach the lid.
Priming the pump
Before first use, please take the time to thoroughly flush the inside of the espresso
machine, as described below. This simple step will ensure optimum dispensing.
1. Place the machine on a level surface, close to a sink to discard water.
2. Put the double shot filter basket – without any ground coffee – firmly into
the portafilter until it clicks securely into place.
3. Engage the portafilter onto the group head (refer to page 18, Fig. 11). Make
sure it is properly locked in place.
4. Centre a larger cup or mug under the portafilter. Place the steam wand’s tip
into the frothing jug.

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Getting Started (Cont.)
5. Plug the machine into an appropriate electrical outlet, then press the POWER
button. The MENU, DESCALE, SHOT, CUP and START/STOP button will start
to flash. The LCD display will be blank.
6. Press any button (MENU, DESCALE, SHOT or CUPS) to start priming the
circuit. The unit will start pumping water from the coffee outlet and dispensing
water from the steam nozzle.
7. Once the circuit priming is complete, the buttons (MENU, DESCALE, SHOT or
CUPS) will stop illuminating. The power button will then flash to indicate that
the unit is entering the pre-heating stage. When the pre-heating is complete,
the power button will stop flashing and will illuminate. The machine is now
ready for use.
NOTE: This process will be carried out for first time use, when the temperature
setting has been changed, or whenever the machine has been reset to its factory
settings (see page 25).
NOTE: There may be some noise when the machine is pumping water for the first
time. This is entirely normal as the appliance is releasing air from inside the system.
The noise should stop soon.

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Getting Started (Cont.)
Grinding Function
Using the grinder
1. The two “I” symbol onto base shaft and upper
shaft should be aligned. Rotate the upper shaft
until they are aligned (Fig. 4).
2. Check and make sure the two arrows on the
grinding mill are aligned [ ] (Fig. 5).
3. Put the bean hopper to the grinding mill vertically.
Make sure the lock symbol [ ] on the bean
hopper aligns with the [ ] symbol onto the
machine top cover (Fig. 5).
Base
shaft
Upper shaft
4. Rotate the bean hopper (Fig. 6)
clockwise to select the grinding level
between 1 (fine) and 15 (coarse). The
numerical level is at the base of the
hopper (Fig. 7) while the description
of the level is at the top (Fig. 8).
Select an appropriate level for your
preferred coffee.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 8
Fig. 7

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Getting Started (Cont.)
5. Open the lid of the bean hopper and pour in the fresh coffee beans.
6. Insert the preferred filter (single shot or double shot) into the portafilter. Please
take care when putting the filters into the portafilter as it takes a bit of strength.
7. Press the CUP button to select the corresponding cup size (i.e. if you have
inserted the single filter, you should select 1 cup, for the double filter, select 2).
8. The screen will show default grinding time (as per the selected filter size). This is
based on a grinding level of 3 (the default for a single cup is 12 seconds, and for
a double cup is 17 seconds). You can adjust this (from 2-14 seconds for a single
shot and 2-20 seconds for a double shot) by rotating the START/STOP knob.
NOTE: The default grinding time can be adjusted by repeatedly pressing the menu
button until only the grinding time for single/double cups is shown (Fig. 9), and then
rotating the START/STOP knob (this time can be adjusted from 2-30 seconds). The
machine will remember this new default grinding time.
9. Slide the portafilter (with the attached filter) into
the holder under the grinder outlet. Tilt the handle
of the portafilter downwards to press the edge of
the filter against the grinder switch (Fig. 10).
10. Coffee grounds will pour into the portafilter. The
grinder will continue to produce grounds until
the default grinding time ends, or the grinder switch is released (by raising the
portafilter).
Alternatively, to use the grinder, you can press the MENU button until the LCD
screen only displays the grinding time. Slide the portafilter (with the attached
filter) into the holder under the grinder outlet. Tilt the handle of the portafilter
downwards to press the edge of the filter against the grinder switch. You can
then release the switch and the grinder will keep grinding. To stop the grinder,
engage and press the switch again, or wait until the grinding time has ended.
Switch
Fig. 9
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Hints for grinding coffee
• Your new espresso machine can be used with pre-ground coffee, but for the
best taste we recommend you buy whole coffee beans and grind them yourself.
Coffee for espresso and other Italian coffee drinks should be dark roasted. You
may want to try a French or Italian roast.
• Only buy as much coffee as you will use within a week after opening. Fresh
coffee tastes best.
• To retain optimum freshness, store the coffee beans in an airtight container in a
cool, dark area. Do not store coffee in a refrigerator or freezer.
• Grind the coffee beans just before brewing, and only grind as much as you will
need.
• Choosing the correct grind is a vital step in the espresso-making process and
takes practice. The coffee should be of a fine grind (it should look like salt). If the
grind is too fine, the water will not flow through the coffee, even under pressure.
Too fine a grind looks like powder and feels like flour when rubbed between
fingers. If the grind is too coarse, the water flows through the coffee too fast,
preventing a full-flavoured extraction. Too coarse a grind feels like sugar.
Getting Started (Cont.)
Grind selection
Your coffee grinder has 15 grind size options. To adjust the grind size, rotate the
bean hopper and adjust from fine to coarse depending on the type of coffee you
are brewing.
Grinding
Level
Amount of
coffee
Default
grinding time
Grinding time
range
Single
espresso shot 3
Approx. 14-16 g 12 seconds 2-14 seconds
Double
espresso shot Approx. 20-22 g 17 seconds 2-20 seconds
Drip/Filter
Coffee 8 - - User's
preference
NOTE: Avoid adjusting the grind size during operation as it will affect the coffee
ground coarseness. The optimal level of grinding also depends on the type of
coffee beans. You may need to adjust the grinding level to match the type of coffee
beans you are using.

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Instructions
Pulling an espresso
The secret to a great-tasting espresso is all about achieving a perfect balance of
taste, temperature and mouthfeel. To help you achieve that perfection, make sure
all parts of your machine (including the pumping system) are clean and preheated,
the water tank is filled with fresh, cold tap water, and your coffee is fresh and
appropriately roasted and ground for espresso.
NOTE: See the coffee guide included with this espresso machine for more on how
to create the perfect coffee.
Step-by-step coffee-making instructions
1. Fill the water tank with the desired amount of cold tap or filtered water,
ensuring it is above the MIN and below the MAX marking in the tank (see
page 13). (You should have enough water in the tank for the coffee plus a first
blank shot for preheating.) Close the lid.
NOTE: When the water tank is empty, the error code "E9" will appear on the
screen, and the START/STOP button will flash. Press the START/STOP button
to refill the water. Once the machine is refilled the E9 error code will disappear.
2. Connect the machine. Plug the espresso machine into an appropriate
electrical outlet.
3. Preheat your cup(s). Place the empty cup(s) you are going to use on the cup-
warming plate on top of the espresso machine.
4. Choose the filter basket and insert it firmly
into the portafilter.
5. Engage the portafilter onto the group
head. Align the portafilter handle with the
INSERT mark on the group head, then turn
the handle anticlockwise (to the right) until
the portafilter handle is facing the front and
lined up with the LOCK mark (Fig. 11). Make
sure the portafilter is sealed and locked securely into its place.
6. Place your cup(s) on the drip tray draining plate, ensuring the espresso
spouts are pointing into the cup.
7. Press the POWER button to turn the machine on. When the appropriate
temperature has been reached, the POWER button on the control panel will be
illuminated steadily.
Fig. 11

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Instructions (Cont.)
8. Run a blank shot to preheat the cup and portafilter. Press the START/STOP
button (Fig. 12). This will stream hot water (a blank shot) to warm the cup and
portafilter, and then the START/STOP button light will turn off.
9. Add coffee. Following the instructions on pages 15-17, grind the appropriate
amount of coffee beans directly into the filter. Do not overfill the filter,
otherwise the portafilter will not lock properly in place.
10. Tamp. The supplied tamper is particularly heavy to help you pack the coffee
properly. Ensure the tamper is completely dry. Use it to evenly press the coffee
into the filter basket with an optimal pressure of approx. 15 kg, until the top of
the plate is flush with the top of the filter basket. To achieve a smooth and level
surface, tamp the coffee evenly and firmly with a final polish or swirl. Remove
any excess coffee from the rim to ensure proper fit under the group head.
NOTE: When tamping for a double shot, only tamp after you have filled the
filter basket. Tamping between measures may create a layer in the coffee
which may hinder extraction.
11. Engage the portafilter. Align the portafilter handle with the INSERT symbol
on the group head, then turn the handle anticlockwise (to the right) until it is
sealed and securely locked (see Fig. 11).
12. Add your cup(s). Empty the hot water from preheating out of your cup and
place it on the drip tray draining plate, making sure the espresso outlets at the
underside of the portafilter are pointing into the cup.
13. Select the desired settings (if they are different to the pre-sets):
a. Temperature (default - 70°C): Press the POWER button to switch off
the machine. Once it is off, simultaneously press the MENU and SHOT
buttons for at least two seconds. The machine will then enter temperature
adjustment mode. Press the MENU button repeatedly to cycle through
the temperature options - low (65°C), medium (70°C), and high (75°C).
Press the POWER button to switch on the machine. It will have
memorised the new temperature for future use.
Fig. 12

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Instructions (Cont.)
b. Single shot volume (default - 40 mL) (see Fig. 13): press the MENU
button until "1" is visible under the cup section on the right. Press the
SHOT button and turn the START/STOP knob to choose between 30, 35,
40, 45 and 50 mL.
c. Double shot volume (default - 80 mL): repeatedly press the MENU
button until "2" is visible under the cup section on the right. Press the
SHOT button and turn the START/STOP knob to choose between 70, 75,
80, 85 and 90 mL.
Press the CUPS button to quickly switch between the single and double shot.
14. Pull the espresso. Press the START button. The pump will sound. The spouts
will stream thick, rich espresso.
15. Enjoy! Your espresso is now ready for your enjoyment. Be careful when
drinking it as it will be hot. If you want to make a coffee with milk, like a
cappuccino, please refer to pages 22-24 for milk-frothing instructions.
16. Remove the portafilter. Holding the portafilter by its plastic handle, slowly
turn it to the left and move it carefully out from under the group head.
CAUTION! The portafilter is hot after preheating and during use. Handle it
with utmost care. Only hold it by its plastic handle, and take particular care
when adding coffee and wiping the rim.
17. Remove the espresso puck. Gently tap the side of the portafilter against a
vertical surface, or against the knock bar in a specially designed coffee grounds
bin, to discard the used espresso puck.
Fig. 13