Cuisinart EM-15 User Manual - Page 9

Problem, Solution

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Problem: The indicator light will illuminate, but espresso does not flow. Solution: • The espresso dispensing brew spout is clogged. The loaded espresso capsule can be damaged. Wait for a short period of time before opening the lever and then try with a new capsule. Problem: Produced little or no crema. Solution: • Coffee has natural occurring oils which may clog the espresso nozzle. To clean, regularly run a brew cycle with water only. Problem: The water does not flow through the espresso dispensing nozzle. Solution: • Espresso has natural occurring oils which may clog the espresso nozzle. To clean, regularly run a brew cycle with water only. Problem: The brew button starts flashing for a long time. When is the espresso machine ready for use? Solution: • The espresso machine takes approximately 70 seconds to heat up. 9

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Problem:
The indicator light will illuminate,
but espresso does not flow.
Solution:
The espresso dispensing brew spout is
clogged. The loaded espresso capsule can
be damaged. Wait for a short period of time
before opening the lever and then try with a
new capsule.
Problem:
Produced little or no crema.
Solution:
Coffee has natural occurring oils which may
clog the espresso nozzle. To clean, regularly
run a brew cycle with water only.
Problem:
The water does not flow through
the espresso dispensing nozzle.
Solution:
Espresso has natural occurring oils which
may clog the espresso nozzle. To clean,
regularly run a brew cycle with water only.
Problem:
The brew button starts flashing for
a long time. When is the espresso machine
ready for use?
Solution:
The espresso machine takes approximately
70 seconds to heat up.