Mellerware PALERMO 29002 - Manual (Page 7)

3. Place the permanent filter into the
filter holder(Fig. 1) and fill it with
espresso coffee powder, according
to your requirement by using the
measuring spoon (marked with 2
and 4 cups)(Fig. 11) and tap down
the coffee powder. This compresses
the coffee for stronger flavour. If there
is any excessive coffee power on the
top rim, scrape it off.
4. Assemble the filter holder into the
espresso side of the coffee maker by
aligning the handle with the
“ “ mark. Move the handle once in
position, so that it is aligned with the
“LOCK” mark. Ensure that it is closed
securely. (Fig. 12)
5. To control the strength of the brew,
turn the strength control knob to
your desired position (“STRONG”,
“LIGHT” or “STEAM” function) (see
Figure C & 13), depending on your
own taste or requirement.
Note: If the “STEAM” function is selected
the water will not flow through the
espresso section but rather convert
the water to steam after a few
minutes.
6. Place the small jug on the removable
drip tray and ensure the centre of
the lid aligns with the spout of the
filter holder (Fig. 14), then press the
switch on the espresso side to the
“I” position and the indicating light
will be illuminated. Brewed espresso
coffee will begin flowing into the
small jug after approximately 3
minutes.
Note: to avoid any splashing, do not
detach the filter holder while brewing
coffee.
7. Once the brewing has been
completed, press the switch to the
“O” position, remove the small jug
from the drip tray and dispense
coffee into cups. Now you can enjoy
your homemade espresso coffee.
8. Before removing the filter holder,
always release the pressure in the
boiler unit by carefully turning steam
control knob in an anti-clockwise
direction. CAREFUL! Steam will
escape from steam nozzle. Once
the pressure is completely released
and filter holder has cooled down,
remove the filter holder by turning it
anti-clockwise to the “ “ (Fig. 15).
Be sure to close the steam control
knob by turning it in the clockwise
direction until securely shut.
9. To clean the espresso filter turnover
the filter lock, then press it with your
thumb to secure the filter. Tilt the filter
holder and tap it over the rubbish
bin, then clear out the coffee residue
(Fig. 16). Wash the filter holder and
filter in fresh water and reassemble it
correctly.
Note: return filter lock to original position
before reattaching the filter holder.
ATTENTION: HOT SURFACE
The filter holder may be hot during
operation, to remove the filter holder,
turn the filter to the left, until the filter
holder dislodges from the coffee maker.
The metal parts might still be hot and
can be cooled down by running cold
water over it.
MAKE CAPPUCCINO COFFEE
Cappuccino is made by adding fresh
cream or frothed milk to the cup of
espresso coffee.
1. First prepare espresso coffee
according to the steps (1-6) above
and, ensure that the steam control
knob has been turned off and turn
the brew strength control knob
to the “STEAM” position (Fig.C).
After turning the switch on “I”,
wait approximately 3 minutes
for the coffee maker to generate
enough steam to froth the milk.
Before generating steam, fill a cup
(preferably a straight walled cup)
with about 150 ml of milk (preferably
2% milk for the best results) for each
cup of cappuccino. Lift up the cup to
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