KitchenAid KES0504ER Use & Care Guide - Page 3

English ESPRESSO MACHINE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS ESPRESSO MACHINE SAFETY Important safeguards 4 Electrical requirements 5 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ESPRESSO MACHINE Parts and accessories 6 ASSEMBLING THE ESPRESSO MACHINE Preparing the Espresso Machine for use 7 Washing the Water Reservoir 7 Connecting the Espresso Machine 8 OPERATING THE ESPRESSO MACHINE Rinsing and filling the boilers 8 Warming the boilers...9 Brewing espresso...10 Frothing and steaming milk 13 Dispensing hot water 15 TIPS FOR GREAT RESULTS What is espresso?...16 Overextraction and underextraction 16 Before brewing: the elements of great espresso 16 Espresso brewing technique 17 Proper tamping technique 18 Espresso extraction technique 20 Barista tips...21 Preparing cappuccino 21 Preparing café latte 21 Glossary of espresso drinks 22 Glossary of Espresso Machine parts 23 CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning the Espresso Machine 24 Cleaning the frothing arm and nozzle 24 Cleaning the housing, filters, drip tray, drip plate, reservoir, and pitcher 25 Cleaning the shower screen 26 Priming after long periods of non-use 27 Descaling...27 TROUBLESHOOTING 29 WARRANTY...30 PROOF OF PURCHASE & PRODUCT REGISTRATION Always keep a copy of the itemized sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your Espresso Machine. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Before you use your Espresso Machine, please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit, or register on-line at www.kitchenaid.com. This card will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act. This card does not verify your warranty. Please complete the following for your personal records: Model Number Serial Number Date Purchased Store Name 3