Making Perfect Coffee Guide

• The size of the coffee grind affects the rate of water flow through the ground coffee during extraction and the flavor of the espresso. If the grind size is too fine, water flows too slowly during extraction, the coffee will be over-extracted, and the espresso will taste bitter. Meanwhile, if the grind size is too coarse, water flows too fast during extraction, the coffee will be under-extracted, and the espresso will taste watery.
• The grind size selector has numbers (0-30). The smaller the number, the finer the grind size. The larger the number, the coarser the grind size. Rotate the bean hopper to adjust the grind size. It is recommended to start at number 15 and adjust according to the flavor you like.
• The Steam/Hot Water function can operate during grinding or extraction due to dual heating systems.

Steps for Brewing Coffee

1. Position the Portafilter: Place the empty portafilter into the Grinding Cradle.
2. Set Grind Amount:
   1. Press the GRIND AMOUNT button once for 1-cup, twice for 2-cup, or three times for manual control.
3. Start Grinding:
   1. Press the POWER/GRIND button to begin.
   2. Grinding stops automatically for 1-cup or 2-cup settings.
   3. For manual control, press the POWER/GRIND button again to stop when the desired amount is reached (or after 60 seconds).
4. Tamp the Coffee Grounds: Compress the grounds until they reach the "MAX" line (as shown). Apply 10-15 kg of pressure.

5. Brew the Coffee
   1. Select Extraction Volume: Press the EXTRACTION AMOUNT button once for 1 cup, twice for 2 cups, or three times for manual control.
   2. Start Extraction: Press the EXTRACTION button to begin.
   3. Pressure Gauge Observation Guide
      • Blue Zone: Ideal Espresso Zone. Indicates proper extraction with balanced pressure.
      • Gray Zone: Insufficient Pressure (Under Extraction)
        • Water flows too fast through the coffee grounds.
        • Espresso appears watery, lacks crema, and flavor.
        • Causes: Grind size too coarse; Insufficient coffee amount; Tamping with inadequate pressure.
      • Red Zone: Excessive Pressure (Over Extraction)
        • Causes:Grind size too fine; Excessive coffee amount; Tamping with excessive pressure.
   4. Automatic Stop: Extraction will stop automatically for preset volumes:
      • 1 Cup: Approx. 1.6 fl.oz / 50 ml
      • 2 Cups: Approx. 2.3 fl.oz / 70 ml
          For manual control, press the EXTRACTION button again to stop when the desired volume is reached.
6. The coffee is Ready!

Milk Frothing Tips

• Milk Choice: Use whole milk (not skim milk) for frothing. The ideal temperature for milk is 3-8°C (37-46°F).
• Milk Amount: Use about 100 mL of milk.
• Milk Frothing Cup: Use a 300-350 mL stainless steel milk frothing cup.

Milk Frothing Guide

1. Ensure the STEAM / HOT WATER Indicator is illuminated.
2. Point the steam wand at the drip tray or milk jug.
3. Turn the Steam/Hot Water Dial to STEAM. Allow water to purge until steady steam appears.
4. Switch the dial to STANDBY before inserting the wand into the milk to avoid splashing.
5. Insert the wand tip 1–2 cm below the milk surface, near the pitcher wall (3 or 9 o’clock position). Quickly return the dial to STEAM within 8 seconds.
6. Frothing Completion: Stop frothing when the milk reaches 60-65°C (140-149°F) or when the base of the milk frothing cup is too hot to touch for 3 seconds.
7. When frothing is complete, turn the dial to STANDBY and remove the jug.
8. Clean the wand with a damp cloth, then purge it by turning the dial to HOT WATER for 3 seconds. Return to STANDBY.

• Ensure the STEAM / HOT WATER indicator is illuminated.
• Point the steam wand at the drip tray or a container.
• Turn the dial to HOT WATER; steady water will follow a brief steam purge.
• Use hot water for warming cups or making Americanos.
• Turn the dial to STANDBY to stop.