STX International Caffe Brio STX-6000-CB User manual
STX Caffé Brio
Espresso Machine
Instructions
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PARTS LIST AND PLACEMENT
1. Power & Timer Control
2. Water Tank Cover
3. Water Tank
4. Main Unit
5. Power Cord
6. Handle
7. Capsule Window
8. Front Panel
9. Spent Capsule Container
10. Cup Platform
11. Drip Container
SPECIFICATIONS
Model STX-6000-CB
Power Supply 110/120 V, 60 Hz, 1200 Watts
Water Tank Capacity 20.28 oz. (600 ml)
Net/Gross Weight 6.8 lbs../ 8.8 lbs.
Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) 9.6” X 13.4” X 4.0”
Pump Pressure 20 BAR Italian Pump
Servings 1 - 2 uid oz. (Manual
Variations)
Spent Casule Capacity 10-12 capsules
Certifications UL Certied plug, CE, GS, CB,
EMC, LFGB
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PRODUCT FEATURES
• Unique, Clean, Contemporary Countertop Space Sensitive Design
• Designed for OriginalLine Nespresso compatible capsules.
• Innovative VTC Dispensing Designed Espresso maker that utilizes a
timer to control volume dispensing.
• Patented ejection system for Nespresso®OriginalLine compatible
espresso capsules.
• Serving volumes of 1 oz. (single shot), 2 oz. (long shot) or Manual
Personalized Variations.
• Energy Saving Stand-by Mode activated after 15 minutes of non-use.
• Approximately 30 seconds warming time with a Manufacturer Tested
1st brewing cup temperature (utilizing a 30 ml demitasse cup) of 160
– 164 degrees Fahrenheit. Larger cups may affect the temperature
of espresso during a designated time interval. (NOTE: The World
Barista Competition specifies that a 2 – 3 fluid ounce demitasse cup
with handle be used for testing purposes. This size cup minimizes air
exposure and therefore preserves drink temperature.)
• Adjustable Cup Platform for Various Cup Sizes with Drip Capture
Design.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions carefully before using your new STX
International Caffé Brio Espresso Machine.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: IMMEDIATELY UNPLUG THIS MACHINE.
• Keep out of reach of children, pets, and individuals requiring close
supervision.
• For 110/120 voltage only and with GFI (GFCI) grounded electrical outlet.
Use of a non-grounded electrical outlet could lead to an electrical fire or
damage to the machine. If you are uncertain if your outlet is grounded,
please have it checked by a qualified person.
• This machine becomes warm during use. Always use in a well ventilated
area.
• Do NOT plug this machine into an extension cord, drop cord, power cord,
etc.
• For household use only. Not intended for commercial use.
• Unplug this appliance when not in use.
• Never use this appliance near curtains or any flammable materials and
never place anything on top of the appliance.
• Unplug this appliance and allow cooling prior to cleaning or maintenance.
• Never immerse this appliance, its electrical cord, or its electrical plug in
water or any liquid.
• Never leave the electrical cord near or in contact with any hot surface,
including the surface of this appliance when it is hot. Keep the electrical
cord away from sharp objects and out of the reach of pets, children,
or anyone requiring close supervision. Never leave the electrical cord
dangling over a surface where it might be exposed to sudden contact by
moving objects, persons or pets.
• Never place this appliance on or near an open flame or any hot surface
(heated plates, radiators, etc.).
• Always place this appliance on a flat, stable, heat resistant surface away
from water or other liquid splashes.
• Never use if the electrical cord is damaged.
• Do not move this machine during use.
• Ensure that there is ample water in the water tank prior to use.
• Never store this machine in rooms where the temperature is below 32° F
(0° C). If you are not going to use the machine for a lengthy time, remove
all water from the water tank and dry it thoroughly.
• Never use this appliance barefooted or with wet hands.
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INITIAL SET UP
PLEASE NOTE: It is important to clean the STX International Caffé Brio
prior to first use or after a long period of non-use. See Cleaning Section
on page 6.
1. Remove the water tank from the appliance and fill it with water up to
the Maximum level (approximately 2.5 cups).
2. Replace the water tank on the appliance and ensure that it is
securely seated on the base.
3. The handle should be in the down position.
4. Place a cup on the Cup Platform.
5. Press the Timer Control left to the ON/OFF position (counter
clockwise). The LED on the Timer Control will be RED, indicating
the appliance is in warm-up mode. In approximately 30 seconds,
the LED will change to WHITE, indicating that the water is at proper
brewing temperature.
6. Press the Timer Control clockwise right (clockwise) to either the
single shot or long shot position. Hot water will clean the system and
be deposited into the cup.
7. Discard the remainder of the water in the tank. The appliance is now
ready for use.
CONTROL PANEL
Single Shot Long Shot
Manual
Power
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the machine on a flat stable surface and plug the machine into
a grounded electrical outlet. Ensure that the water tank, tank cover,
and main unit are free from cracks or damage.
Caution: The espresso ejection nozzle will be HOT during use.
Caution should be taken not to touch this area during use.
2. Firmly place the water tank on the base of the appliance.
3. Fill the water tank with fresh water. The tank capacity is 2.5 cups.
4. Lift the handle to fully expose the capsule window. Place a
Nespresso®Compatible OriginlLine capsule into the capsule window
and firmly close the handle.
5. Turn the appliance on by gently pressing the Time Control lever to
the left (counter clockwise) into the ON/OFF position. The LED on
the Timer Control illuminate RED to indicate that the unit is on and
in warm-up mode. The warming process takes approximately 30
seconds.
6. Position the Cup Platform appropriately for the cup size by grasping
the Cup Platform and slightly tilting it toward the top of the appliance
while inserting it into one of the two slots on the Drip Container. Then
rotate the Cup Platform down to a level position. It will lock into the
slot on the Drip Container. Place the cup on the platform.
Note: The Cup Platform is designed with a Drip Capture feature that
directs spillage into the Drip Container.
7. Once the LED turns WHITE, indicating the warm-up mode is
complete, press the Timer Control to the right (clockwise) to the
single shot (1 oz.), long shot (2 oz.), or Manual position and release.
8. For the single and long shot, the Timer Control will slowly rotate
counter clockwise dispensing the espresso into the cup. If manual
was selected the appliance will dispense water until the Timer
Control is manually pushed back to the far left to stop it.
Note: The LED may turn RED momentarily to reheat for another
round. Once it turns WHITE again, repeat this process with a new
capsule for another shot.
9. When the machine is not in use, gently press the Timer Control to
the left (counter clockwise) to turn the machine off, the LED will not
be lit when it is off.
NOTE: It is important to raise the handle of the machine when
brewing is complete to discard the spent espresso capsule. The
spent capsule will drop into the Spent Capsule Container. This
container should be emptied after approximately 10 capsules have
been used.
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10. Remove the Spent Capsule Container and Drip Container. The Drip
Container and Spent Capsule Containers can then be removed by
inserting the thumb into the upper slot of the Drip Container and your
index finger into the lower slot and rotate the containers upward and
outward simultaneously. The Spent Capsule container and the Drip
Container can then be separated and the spent capsules discarded
and the drip container drained and cleaned. The spent capsules
should be emptied approximately after every 10-12 usages.
STAND-BY ENERGY SAVER MODE
The STX International Caffé Brio will switch to the Stand-by Energy
Saver Mode to preserve energy if left on and not used for 15 minutes.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
• Use a damp cloth to clean the main unit of the Caffé Brio and do not
use abrasive detergents.
• Remove the Spent Capsule container and the Drip Container from
the main unit and discard any spent capsules. These can be washed
in the dishwasher or hand washed with a mild detergent and wiped
dry.
• Periodically remove the water tank and wash it in the dishwasher or
by hand in warm water with a mild detergent and dry. Once it is dry,
securely place it back on the main unit tank area.
• Descale the Caffé Brio appliance approximately every 6 months
depending on the mineral content of your water and the frequency of
use.
DESCALING
Descaling can be accomplished by using a commercially available
descaling agent for coffee makers or using water and vinegar as follows:
• Fill the tank with straight vinegar (5% solution).
• Run the machine as if making espresso with no capsules until the
tank is empty.
• Rinse the water tank with fresh water until no smell of vinegar exists.
• Fill the tank with fresh water and run the brewing process a couple
times to clean any vinegar that remains in the brew head.
STORAGE
Unplug the Caffé Brio and store in a dry storage environment.
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CAFFÉ BRIO TESTED
TEMPERATURE CHARTS
SINGLE SHOT* (1 OZ. ESPRESSO TEMPERATURE TEST RESULTS)
Automatic Setting
OUT ESPRESSO TIME ESPRESSO TEMPERATURE
First Time 164°F
Second Time 171°F
Third Time 176°F
Fourth Time 175°F
LONG SHOT* (2 OZ. ESPRESSO TEMPERATURE TEST RESULTS)
Automatic Setting
OUT ESPRESSO TIME ESPRESSO TEMPERATURE
First Time 171°F
Second Time 169°F
Third Time 171°F
Fourth Time 169°F
FREE VOLUME OF ESPRESSO TEMPERATURE TEST RESULTS
Manual Handle using 1 oz. cup
OUT ESPRESSO TIME ESPRESSO TEMPERATURE
Ninth Time 171°F
Tenth Time 176°F
Note: Normal out of espresso standard is 149°F - 191°F
*Utilizing a WBC (World Barista Competition) Standard 2-3 oz. Demitasse Cup with Handle
All STX International Products come with a 3-Year Guarantee, valid only
in the 48 Contiguous United States. If you purchase this product and ship
it to a destination outside of the 48 Contiguous United States this warranty
becomes null and void.
The first 30 Days are covered by a Money Back or Replacement
Guarantee from the date of the receipt of the product. If your product
becomes damaged in shipment or is found to be defective in any way
during this period, we will replace or issue a complete refund for your
product upon return. We will pay all shipping involved during this first 30-
day period.
The remainder of the 3 Years (after the first 30 days) is covered by a
FREE REPAIR Guarantee (parts and labor included). If anything becomes
defective during this period we will fix the issue and provide a full service
inspection to your product, shipping (to & from) will be paid by the buyer.
Returns of New/Unused Products
If you have Buyer's Remorse and decide that you do not want the product,
it must be returned NEW & UNUSED in the original box and you will pay
the return shipping. PLEASE NOTE: There will be a 10% Restocking Fee
and original Shipping Costs (if applicable) will not be refunded. Used
product cannot be returned.
3-YEAR
WARRANTY
STX International
2159 Magnum Circle, Lincoln, NE 68522
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