How do I use my Espressotoria® coffee machine?

<h3 id="isPasted">How do I use my Espressotoria&#xAE; coffee machine?</h3>Quick Start Guide CleanWater Tank - Remove the water tank and rinse with hot water. - Dry and allow to cool. - Fill tank with cold tap water. - Place the tank onto the machine. Ensure it is securely in place. Switching on the Machine - Ensure the power switch on the side of the machine and wall socket is off - Plug the electrical cord into the machine and wall socket.Switch both &apos;ON&apos; - The two buttons on the top of the machine will start flashing blue, indicating it is pre-heating - Once the button stops flashing press one of the buttons to run water through the machine. Making Coffee - Lift the silver lever until it is fully extended - Place the capsule in the machine by dropping it from a close distance - Close the lever until it clicks into place - Press the button on the left. - The first coffee should be discarded - Refer to the programmable pour function in the your manual to adjust the amount of coffee extracted. 30ml is recommended. Ejecting the Capsule - Once the coffee is completely extracted, lift the lever to eject the capsule - Wait approximately 30 seconds before ejecting to avoid leaking - The capsule discard bin holds a maximum of 10 capsules

How to Use Espressotoria Coffee Machine

What do I do if the capsules are caught in the machine?

<h3 id="isPasted">What do I do if the capsules are caught in the machine?</h3>During the piercing extraction process, water fills the capsule making it expand. Please wait a moment after extraction before ejecting the capsule. This allows time for the capsule to return to its original volume. If after this the capsule remains stuck, try the ejection motion again and do not use your fingers to help it along.

Caught Capsules

What does the solid green light on the coffee capsules machine indicate?

<h3 id="isPasted">What does the solid green light on the coffee capsules machine indicate?</h3>When the machine is left idle, it will switch to energy saver mode, indicated by a solid green light. To exit the machine from energy saver mode, simply press the solid green light espresso button which will prompt the machine to commence pre-heating as explained above.

Energy Saver Mode

What do the two flashing blue lights indicate on the the coffee capsule machine?

What do the two flashing blue lights indicate on the the coffee capsule machine?Flashing blue lights indicate the machine is pre-heating. Pre-heating occurs when the machine is turned on or when it exits the energy saver mode. Once the heating process is complete, the two flashing blue espresso dispensing buttons will stop flashing and become solid blue. This means the machine is now ready to use.

Flashing Blue Lights

<h3 id="isPasted">What is the Espressotoria&#xAE; System?</h3>The Espressotoria&#xAE; System is a premium coffee capsule system is designed to make true Italian-style espresso. Producing cafe quality coffee at the press of a button through innovative capsule design and precision piercing technology. A high-pressure system, featuring an eco-friendly energy saver mode and a 1-year warranty making it perfect for the home, office or commercial environment.

What is the Espressotoria System?

How long does the coffee capsule machine take to pre-heat?

<h3 id="isPasted">How long does the coffee capsule machine take to pre-heat?</h3>Preheating occurs after switching on the machine or the machine is exited from energy saver mode by the two espresso dispensing buttons flashing in blue to indicate heating up. Preheating approximately takes 1 minute to complete at which time the two espresso dispensing buttons remain solid blue. The machine is now ready to use.

Machine Heating

Clean your machine for optimal performance

<h3 id="how-do-i-clean-my-espressotoria-coffee-machine">How do I clean my Espressotoria&#xAE; coffee machine?</h3>1. Place an empty cup under the coffee dispenser 2. Run water through the machine by pressing one of the lighted dispensing buttons whilst the operating chamber is empty (no capsule inserted) 3. Repeat this process until the water pouring out of the dispensing head runs clear 4. It is recommended that this is practiced daily 5. Alternatively you can refer to the &apos;3 minute cleaning mode&apos; in your machine&apos;s instruction manual 6. Use a descaler every 300 cups refer to the machine&apos;s instruction manual 7. NOTE: Do not clean with any solutions. <a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0535/5257/8742/files/Espressotoria_Piccolo_Capsule_Machine_Manual.pdf?v=1621470212">User manual link</a>

Cleaning the Machine (Internal)

<h3 id="isPasted">How do I clean my coffee capsule machine?</h3>Run the water piping flush procedure through the Piccolo Coffee Capsule Machine prior to the first use and after long periods of non-use as outlined above. Remove the perforated drip tray, the drip tray cover and the two-piece used capsule container daily. Rinse with hot water and dry correctly before placing these items back into the machine. Clean the exterior of the machine using only a damp cloth.

Espressotoria Coffee Machine