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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You are the owner of a MR. COFFEE
®
ECM10 Steam Espresso/Cappuccino Maker.
This unique appliance has been designed to provide you with delicious espresso/cappuccino
quickly and conveniently.
Espresso is a unique method of coffee brewing in which hot water is forced through finely ground
coffee. Popular in Europe, it is a far richer and more full-bodied brew than regular American coffee.
Because of its richness, espresso is usually served in 1-1/2 to 2 oz. portions, in demitasse cups.
Most espresso drinkers outside of Europe prefer cappuccino, a drink made with about one third
espresso, one third steamed milk, and one third frothed milk. Preparing espresso or cappuccino is
very different from brewing regular drip coffee in that this appliance operates under pressure
and requires special attention.
Please read ALL of the instructions, cautions, notes and attentions in this Instruction Manual
carefully before you begin to use this appliance. Proper care and maintenance will ensure the
long life of the MR. COFFEE
®
Steam Espresso/Cappuccino Maker and its trouble-free operation.
Save these Instructions and refer to them often for cleaning and care tips.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Special Cord Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Caution: Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Diagram of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
How To Prepare Espresso and Cappuccino at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Before Using Your Espresso/Cappuccino Maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
How To Brew Espresso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 – 7
How To Make Cappuccino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 – 8
Cleaning Your Espresso/Cappuccino Maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Deliming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 – 10
Problems and Causes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
If Service Is Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
HOW TO PREPARE QUALITY ESPRESSO AND CAPPUCCINO AT HOME
THE COFFEE
The coffee should be freshly ground, dark roasted variety. You may want to try a French or
Italian roast. Pre-ground coffee will only retain its flavor for 7 – 8 days, provided it is stored
in an air-tight container, in a cool, dark area. Do not store in a refrigerator or freezer.
Whole beans are recommended, to be ground just before use. Coffee beans stored in an air-tight
container will keep up to 4 weeks before they begin to lose their flavor.
THE GRIND
This is a vital step in the espresso making process and takes practice. The coffee must
be of a medium grind.
• The correct grind should look gritty, like salt or sand.
• If the grind is too fine, the water will not flow through the coffee even under pressure.
This grind looks like powder and feels like flour when rubbed between fingers.
• If the grind is too coarse, the water flows through the coffee too fast, preventing
a full-flavored extraction.
Be sure to use a quality grinder or Burr Mill for uniform consistency in your espresso grind.
Oval shaped coffee grinders are not recommended because the grind is not consistent.
We recommend using a MR. COFFEE
®
Burr Mill. The burr method of grinding ensures
a more precise, even grind.
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DIAGRAM OF PARTS
C
ONTROL
K
NOB
B
REW
H
EAD
W
ATER
R
ESERVOIR
W
ATER
R
ESERVOIR
C
AP
FROTHING TUBE
WITH
FROTHING A
ID
GLASS
CARAFE
F
ILTER
HOLDER
FILTER
BASKET
R
EMOVABLE
D
RIP
T
RAY
AND
D
RIP
G
RID