MODELS: KPES100
ESPRESSO CARE AND CLEANING
Keeping the PRO LINE Series Espresso machine
clean is vital to brewing the best espresso possible. Stale coffee oils
on the portafilter, filter baskets and shower screen will ruin the flavor
of the most expertly prepared coffee and any milk left on the frothing arm
should be removed.
BEFORE CLEANING THE ESPRESSO MACHINE
1. - Turn "Off" the espresso machine.
2. - Unplug the espresso machine from the
wall outlet.
3. - Let the espresso machine and any attached
parts or accessories cool.
CLEANING THE FROTHING ARM AND NOZZLE
The frothing arm and nozzle should always
be cleaned after milk is frothed.
1. - Remove the frothing sleeve from the
frothing nozzle by pulling it downward. The frothing sleeve can be washed
in warm, soapy water. make sure any openings in the sleeve are free of residue.
2. - Wipe the frothing arm and nozzle with
a clean damp cloth. Do not use an abrasive scouring pad.
3. - Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
4. - Turn the espresso machine "On"
and let the boilers reach operating temperature. Point the frothing arm
into an empty cup and open the steam dial momentarily to run steam through
the frothing nozzle. This will clean the nozzle tip.
CLEANING HOUSING, FILTERS, DRIP TRAY,
DRIP PLATE, RESERVOIR AND PITCHER
Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring
pads when cleaning the espresso machine or any espresso machine part or
accessory.
1. - Wipe the espresso machine housing with
a clean damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
2. - Wash the portafilter in warm, soapy
water and rinse with clean water. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not wash the
portafilter in a dishwasher.
3. - The filter baskets, drip tray, drip
plate, water reservoir and frothing pitcher can be washed in the top rack
of the dishwasher or by hand in warm soapy water. If washing by hand, be
sure to rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth.
4. - Use the shower screen brush or a damp
cloth to brush or wipe coffee grounds from the brew head gasket and shower
screen.
CLEANING THE SHOWER SCREEN
Once every 75 to 100 shots of espresso, the
shower screen should be removed from the brew head to clean throughly.
NOTE: Hold the Shower Screen up to a bright light and be
sure that the holes are visible. In heavy use applications a spare Shower
Screen is highly recommended.
1. - Using a short Phillips Screwdriver,
remove the screw at the center of the shower screen by turning it counter-clockwise.
Once the screw is free, the shower screen should drop from the brew head.
2. - Wash the shower screen in warm soapy
water and rinse with clean water.
3. - Place the shower screen into the brew
head with the smooth side facing down and attach with the shower screen
screw. Turn the screw clockwise until snug.
NOTE: When the shower screen is attached,
the center screw should be flush with the surface of the screen. If it is
not, remove the screen, turn it over and re-attach.
PRIMING AFTER LONG PERIODS OF NON-USE
For the best tasting espresso machine with
fresh water after a long period of non-use. Priming will also ensure that
the boilers are filled and the espresso machine is ready to operate.
1. - Remove the reservoir, empty any stale
water, replace and fill the reservoir with fresh water to the "Max"
fill line.
2. - Fill the boilers with fresh water. If
you need to review instructions go to the Espresso Machine Setup section
of the Espresso Operation Section.
DESCALING
Calcium deposits ("scale") from
water will build up in the espresso machine over time and may impair espresso
quality. Scale should be removed every four months and your local hard-water
conditions may require more frequent de-scalings. Use a packaged de-scaling
agent or decalcification tablets to remove scale.
1. - Remove the shower screen from the brew
head as discussed earlier, with the small Phillips Screwdriver.
2. - Make certain the water reservoir is
empty. Following the directions on the descaling agent packet, mix the descaling
solution and add it to the reservoir.
3. - To catch the cleaning solution, place
a large cup under the brew head (do not attach the portafilter) and another
cup under the frothing nozzle.
4. - Press the "On/Off" power switch
to turn the espresso machine "on". It is not necessary for the
boilers to haet before proceeding to the next step.
5. - Press the espresso button and dispense
cleaning agent through brew head for 15 seconds; press the espresso button
again to shut "Off".
6. - Open the steam dial by turning it counterclockwise,
then press and hold the hot water button for 15 seconds to dispense cleaning
agent through the frothing arm and nozzle.
7. Press the "On/Off" power switch
to turn the espresso machine "Off".
8. - Wait 20 minutes, then repeat steps 4
through 7. Every 20 minutes, keep repeating steps 4 through 7 until nearly
all the solution in the reservoir has been run through the espresso machine.
Do not allow the reservoir to run completely dry.
9. - Remove the water reservoir and rinse
with fresh water, then replace and fill with fresh water to the "Max"
fill line. Press the "On/Off" power switch to turn the espresso
machine "on" and flush the espresso machine by quickly dispensing
the contents of the reservoir, alternating between the brew head and frothing
arm. Do not allow the water reservoir to run completely dry.
10. - Attach the shower screen to the brew
head. Be sure to add additional water to the reservoir for brewing.
NOTE: Removal of the Base of the Espresso
Machine may sometimes be necessary if large amounts of spillage have occurred.
Remove the (6) Allen Bolts that hold the base to the Cabinet Main Body and
clean the soiled surfaces with a warm soap and water solution.