Hamilton Beach 40715 Use & Care - Page 13

840181701 ENnv01.qxd:Layout 1 6/17/09 11:34 AM Page 13 Troubleshooting POTENTIAL PROBLEM Espresso will not flow out. PROBABLE CAUSE • Is the water reservoir empty? • Is the water reservoir properly fitted into position? • Make sure that the coffee grounds are not overpacked in the filter. • Is filter holder properly fitted into the espresso maker? • Clean the filter, filter holder, and brew head. Machine is noisy when operating. • Is the water reservoir empty? • Is the water reservoir properly fitted into position? • Is the filter holder properly fitted into position? Espresso is too weak. • Always use fresh espresso ground coffee and tamp the ground coffee down firmly. • The longer the brew time, the weaker the espresso (1 serving = 1 to 1-1/2 ounces). • Be sure there is sufficient ground coffee in the filter. • Coffee grounds are too coarse. • Try a different brand or roast of coffee. Espresso is too strong or bitter. • Ensure steam control dial is OFF. If the steam control dial was left on, the water may have been too hot. Rotate steam control dial counterclockwise to release steam into a frothing cup or pitcher and allow appliance to cool. Then repeat steps in the section How to Use. • Too much espresso ground was used. • Grounds were too fine. • Brew longer before pressing espresso button to OFF. • Try different a different brand or roast of coffee. • Use the Hamilton Beach Custom Grind™ coffee grinder. Difficult to froth milk. • Always use fresh, cold milk (skim milk is recommended). • Use a cold, stainless steel cup and move the cup slightly up and down while frothing. • Clean the frothing nozzle. • Make sure that the steam button is depressed and that the temperature/ready light is on. • Trying to froth too much milk; reduce amount of milk in cup. Steam runs out too quickly. • Reprime the pump. See Before First Use on page 4. 13