Capresso EC300 123.05 Instruction Manual page 11

4. Take the cold pitcher of milk and submerge the frothing wand (with
frothing sleeve assembled) about two thirds into the milk inside the
pitcher. Make sure the frothing sleeve does not hit the bottom of the
pitcher during frothing.
5. With the frothing wand submerged into the milk, turn the Control Knob
to the right towards the "Steam icon".
6. Steam will start to exit the frothing wand releasing hot steam into the
milk. During frothing, the machine's pump will make intermittent noise
indicating that water is being pumped through the heating system to
be converted into steam.
CAUTION! To avoid splattering of hot milk, do not let the opening of
the frothing wand go above the surface of the milk. Keep the frothing
wand submerged in the milk during the entire frothing process.
CAUTION Never remove the frothing wand from the milk while the
Control Knob is still in the steam position. Always turn the Control
Knob to the "O" position before removing the frothing wand from the
milk or it could cause hot milk to splatter.
NOTE: During brewing or steaming, the indicator light may turn off,
change color, or blink, specifying the heating system is active and
maintaining the proper temperature for brewing or steaming.
7. When the milk has doubled in volume, or, if you are using a beverage
thermometer, when the milk has reached 165°F (68°C), turn the Control
Knob back to the "O" position.
NOTE: Carefully clean the frothing wand and frothing sleeve with a wet
cloth immediately after steaming to avoid milk build up. Take care to
avoid contact with hot parts.
8. Pour the frothed milk into the prepared espresso, now the cappuccino
is ready. Sweeten to taste and add any ingredients you desire such as
flavored syrups, extracts or cocoa powder/spices.
NOTE: After frothing, we recommended you allow the machine to cool
down for at least 5 minutes before making espresso again. This allows
the machine to cool down from steaming temperature to the proper
espresso brewing temperature. If indicator light is red, you may turn
Control Knob to the left to run water through the portafilter. This will
cool down the system so espresso can be made after steaming. If
multiple cappuccinos will be made, prepare all the espressos first into
hot cups and then froth the milk after.
9. Follow the instructions in point 3 above to purge the frothing wand and
to flush out any residual milk from the frothing wand and frothing tip. It
is important to properly clean your frothing wand and frothing tip (Fig. 4)
and wash the frothing sleeve after each use to ensure the frother
continues to work properly. (See chapter 8b)
10. Turn the machine off by pressing the Power Button on the side of the
machine. Unplug the power cord and allow the machine to cool.
CAUTION! After frothing or steaming milk, the frothing wand, frothing
tip, and frothing sleeve will be VERY HOT! Do not contact metal parts!
To avoid potential injury, always make sure that all parts have cooled
down completely before handling.
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