Page 3 - Whatever you cook, cook it better with Cuisinart.
Congratulations on your purchase of the Cuisinart Espresso Maker. For over 30 years Cuisinart’s aim has been to produce the very finest kitchen equipment so that cooks at home as well as professional chefs have the tools to express their creativity. All Cuisinart products are engineered for exceptio...
Page 4 - Contents
Contents Product Description 5 Accessories Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety Cautions 7 Instructions For Use 10 A Control Panel 10 B Preparing The Espresso Maker 11 C Using The Espresso Maker 14 How To Make The Perfect Espr...
Page 5 - Product Description
Product Description Cup Warming Plate 2 Litre Water Reservoir (not shown) Portafilter Holder Brew Head Removable Drip Tray With Grate Control Panel Steam/Hot Water Arm Steam/Hot Water Control Dial
Page 6 - Accessories Description
Accessories Description Measuring Scoop/Tamping Tool Portafilter Holder Stainless Steel Frothing Pitcher Easy Serving Espresso Soft Pod Filter Basket 1 Cup Filter Basket Cleaning Pins 2 Cup Filter Basket
Page 7 - Safety Cautions; Do not leave the appliance un-attended when in use.
Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and keep in a safe place for future reference Safety Cautions Always follow these safety cautions when using this appliance to avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance. This appliance should be used only as described within this ...
Page 9 - Safety During Use; Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs.; WARNING
Safety During Use ß Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and knobs. ß Always fill the water reservoir first, then plug into a suitable power outlet. To disconnect, push the ‘Power’ button to switch off the appliance, then remove the plug from the power outlet. ß Never use warm or hot water to fill...
Page 10 - Instructions For Use; Used for a continuous flow of espresso.
10 Instructions For Use A Control Panel 1 Power Button Used to turn the appliance on and off – this button illuminates when pressed. 2 Manual Button Used for a continuous flow of espresso. 3 1-Cup Button Used for a single serving of espresso - 45ml. 4 2-Cup Button Used for a double serving of espres...
Page 11 - Preparing The Espresso Maker; is rinsed as follows:
11 B Preparing The Espresso Maker Place the Espresso maker on a dry, stable worktop or other surface where the machine will be used. IMPORTANT: For first time use or if the appliance has not been used for some time, it is important that it is rinsed as follows: ß Ensure the drip tray and grate are i...
Page 13 - flash until the reservoir is filled.
1 ß Place a large jug or container under both pouring spouts (9). Press the manual button (10) and allow the water to run through for approximately 5 to 10 seconds. NB: If the water reservoir is empty, the unit will not function and the manual, and buttons will flash until the reservoir is filled. 9...
Page 14 - and pod filter basket for an Easy Serving Expresso pod.
1 C Using The Espresso Maker How To Make The Perfect Espresso ß You may wish to preheat the cups by placing them on the cup warming plate located at the top of the appliance or by filling them with hot water, this will help preserve the crema (froth) of the espresso (see Hints & Tips page 25). S...
Page 17 - Texturing Milk; Move the steam arm to the side of the espresso machine (25).
1 Texturing Milk Milk texturing is the steaming of milk. The steam does two things; it heats the milk and mixes air with the milk to form a foamy texture. As with learning to make an espresso, perfecting the art of milk texturing takes time and practice. ß Determine how much milk is needed based on ...
Page 20 - Using The Hot Water Function; the steam and hot water control dial to the hot water setting (31).; Sleep Mode
20 Using The Hot Water Function The hot water function can be used for topping up your coffee and is suitable for making tea. ß Place a cup or container under the steam/hot water arm and activate the hot water function by turning the steam and hot water control dial to the hot water setting (31). ß ...
Page 23 - Programming Double Espresso; Once inserted, move to the right to secure.
2 Programming Double Espresso ß Prepare the portafilter holder with the two cup filter basket and fill with finely ground espresso. Using the tamping tool, firmly tamp the coffee grinds. For tips on tamping, see “Tamping the Coffee Grounds” on page 26. ß Secure the portafilter holder to the brew hea...
Page 24 - at the push of a button.; Resetting The Factory Settings; To revert to the original factory settings:
2 ß Allow the espresso to pour until it reaches the desired level. Once that is reached, stop the espresso pour by pressing the double espresso button. A beep will signify that the new setting for the double espresso operation has been programmed and stored in the machine’s memory. ß The espresso ma...
Page 25 - Achieving The Perfect Espresso; Coffee
2 E Hints & Tips Achieving The Perfect Espresso It is generally agreed that there are four basic elements to achieve the perfect cup of espresso: Coffee ß While the bulk of the liquid is water, all of the flavour should be from the coffee. To achieve the same great quality of coffee you receive ...
Page 27 - Cleaning & Maintenance; Cleaning The Filters, Portafilter Holder & Brew Head
2 Cleaning & Maintenance ß Before first use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly. ß Always unplug the appliance from the mains outlet before cleaning. ß Never submerge the motor base in water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher ß To clean, simply wipe with a clean damp cloth and...
Page 29 - power cord and allow the machine to cool.
2 ß Ensure the steam and hot water control dial is in the off position. Press the power button off, unplug the power cord and allow the machine to cool. ß If the steam arm remains blocked, use one of the cleaning pins to clear the opening.
Page 31 - UK Guarantee; of alteration or repair by unauthorised persons.
1 UK Guarantee ß This Cuisinart appliance is guaranteed for domestic consumer use for 3 years. ß The guarantee covers defects under normal use from date of purchase and ceases to be valid in the event of alteration or repair by unauthorised persons. ß If the appliance does not perform satisfactorily...
Page 32 - UK After Sales Service; In Guarantee
2 UK After Sales Service For further advice on using your Cuisinart Espresso Maker and other products in the Cuisinart range, contact the Cuisinart Customer Care Line on 0870 240 6902 (09:00 to 17:00 hrs Monday to Friday) or alternatively, email your enquiry to [email protected]. In Guarantee ...
Page 33 - Recipes
Recipes Classic Espresso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Americano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Espresso Macchiato . . . . . . ...
Page 34 - Classic Espresso
Classic Espresso Makes 1 serving (45ml) 1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso podWater ß Press the power button of the Cuisinart ® Espresso Maker to turn the machine on. The lights around the power, manual, single and double espresso buttons will illuminate and when they stop blinkin...
Page 35 - Americano
Americano Makes 1 serving (175-235ml) 1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso pod175-235ml hot water ß Press the power button of the Cuisinart ® Espresso Maker to turn the machine on. The lights around the power, manual, single and double espresso buttons will illuminate and when they ...
Page 36 - Espresso Macchiato; Press the power button of the Cuisinart
Espresso Macchiato Makes 1 serving (45ml) 15ml skimmed milk1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso podWater ß Pre-chill the frothing pitcher. ß Press the power button of the Cuisinart ® Espresso Maker to turn the machine on. The lights around the power, manual, single and double espres...
Page 37 - Cappuccino
Cappuccino Makes 1 serving (100ml) 30-45ml skimmed milk1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso pod Water ß Pre-chill the frothing pitcher. ß Press the power button of the Cuisinart ® Espresso Maker to turn the machine on. The lights around the power, manual, single and double espresso ...
Page 38 - Café Latte
Café Latte Makes 1 serving (165ml) 120ml skimmed milk1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso podWater ß Pre-chill the frothing pitcher. ß Press the power button of the Cuisinart ® Espresso Maker to turn the machine on. The lights around the power, manual, single and double espresso but...
Page 39 - Mochaccino
Mochaccino Makes 1 serving (165ml) 30ml skimmed milk1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso podWater2 tablespoons chocolate syrup Bittersweet chocolate, shaved or unsweetened cocoa powder, for garnish (optional) ß Pre-chill the frothing pitcher. ß Press the power button of the Cuisinar...
Page 40 - Café Mocha
0 Café Mocha Makes 1 serving (175ml ounces) 120ml skimmed milk1 measured scoop finely ground espresso or 1 espresso podWater1 tbsp chocolate syrup 60ml thick cream, whipped to a medium consistencyBittersweet chocolate, shaved or unsweetened cocoa powder, for garnish (optional) ß Pre-chill the frothi...
