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Summary of Contents for Tchibo 280997
- Page 1 Welcome to Instructions for use and guarantee for Cafissimo COMPACT Find it only at Tchibo...
- Page 3 Experience the world of coffee with Cafissimo Thank you for choosing Cafissimo. Only Cafissimo offers you Tchibo’s supreme coffee quality in combination with an easy-to-use capsule machine. You can now enjoy your coffee when ever and however you like – with perfect espresso, caffè...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents 5 The features of your Cafissimo 18 Standby mode 26 Fault / Remedy COMPACT at a glance 18 Releasing pressure 28 Technical specifications 6 The unique three pressure level 19 Adjusting the strength of the 28 Disposal system coffee 29 Guarantee 6 The Cafissimo aroma capsules 19 Adjusting the strength for the... -
Page 5: The Features Of Your Cafissimo Compact At A Glance
The features of your Cafissimo COMPACT at a glance • Unique three pressure level system: Page Intelligent interaction between machine and capsule means every coffee is automatically perfect, because each type of coffee is prepared at the correct pressure. • Automatic capsule ejection and integrated used capsule container: Page When you lift up the lever after brewing, the capsule drops into the container automatically. -
Page 6: The Unique Three Pressure Level System
= caffè crema blue cup = filter coffee The Cafissimo aroma capsules You will find the unique Tchibo Arabica quality in each The advantages of the capsules: and every Cafissimo aroma capsule. Sealed airtight, the • the airtight seal ensures aromatic, fresh coffee capsules preserve their full aroma until they are brewed. -
Page 7: At A Glance (Features)
At a glance Lever for opening and closing the capsule compartment Capsule compartment Hinged water tank opening Control panel and indicator lights Water tank Coffee spout Used capsule container On/Off switch Drip grid Drip tray 7 At a glance... -
Page 8: About These Instructions
• brewing filter coffee, caffè crema and espresso with accidental injury or damage. Tchibo capsules. Keep these instructions for future reference. It is intended for use in households or similar environ-... -
Page 9: Safety Warnings
Safety warnings DANGER to children and people with restricted • Only connect the machine to a properly installed, capability of operating appliances grounded wall socket. The mains voltage must comply with the requirements stated in the machine’s technical • Children must not be allowed to play with the appliance. specifications. - Page 10 • Lay the mains cord in such a way that it is not a trip hazard. • Only use original Tchibo capsules. Never use damaged or misshapen capsules. Never fill capsules with ground • The machine is equipped with non-slip feet. Work sur- coffee or coffee powder.
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Page 11: First-Time Use (Initial Operation)
First-time use (Initial operation) 1. Setting up the machine Place the machine on a solid, level surface that is water- and heat-resistant. Check that the used capsule container is pushed in as far as it will go and that the drip grid is in place. 2. - Page 12 4. Positioning the cup Place a cup beneath the coffee spout. 5. Connecting and switching on the machine Plug the mains plug into an easily accessible wall socket. Press the On/Off switch to switch the machine on. The coffee selection buttons will flash and the right-hand indicator light will flash red.
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Page 13: Rinsing The Machine
7. Rinsing the machine Pour away the water that is in the cup and rinse the machine twice as described in the next section. The machine is then ready for use. Rinsing the machine After switching the machine on for the first time or if you have not used the machine for more than two days, rinse the machine by allowing two cups of water to flow through it (without a capsule). -
Page 14: The Finest Aroma - The Finest Flavour
The finest aroma – the finest flavour Preheating the cup Espresso tastes best when served in a preheated cup. Fill the cup with hot water and pour it away shortly before using the cup. Coffee strength Adjust the strength of the coffee to suit your personal One capsule per cup taste by changing the quantity of water. -
Page 15: Brewing Coffee
Brewing coffee 1. Heating up the machine Press the On/Off switch to switch the machine on. If the machine is in standby mode (see “Standby mode”), press a coffee selection button or move the lever. The three coffee selection buttons will flash as the machine heats up. - Page 16 4. Pressing the coffee selection button As soon as the three coffee selection buttons remain permanently lit the machine is ready. Espresso Press the coffee selection button that corresponds to = black capsule the capsule you have inserted. = white coffee selection button The brewing procedure will start and stop automati - cally.
- Page 17 5. Ejecting a capsule Before removing the cup, push the lever back as far as it will go. The machine loses pressure and a little more coffee will escape. The capsule then falls into the used capsule con- tainer. 6. Emptying the used capsule container and drip tray After use ...
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Page 18: Standby Mode
Standby mode Standby Switching off completely 15 minutes after the brewing procedure the machine If you are not using the machine for any length of time, automatically switches to standby mode. The three coffee e.g. overnight, switch it off completely using the On/Off selection buttons go off. -
Page 19: Adjusting The Strength Of The Coffee
Adjusting the strength of the coffee Adjust the strength of the coffee to suit your personal one setting for espresso (white cup), another for caffè taste by adjusting the quantity of water. You can do this crema (yellow cup) and another for filter coffee (blue cup). for one single brewing procedure or save the setting. -
Page 20: Cleaning
Cleaning CAUTION • Never use caustic chemicals, or aggressive or abrasive products for cleaning. Press the On/Off switch to switch the machine off and unplug the mains plug from the wall socket. Cleaning the used capsule container and drip tray/grid Pull the unit out of the machine by the drip tray. -
Page 21: Descaling
• Only use the specified descaling from any Tchibo branch and from specialist retailers. agents. Other agents may Please observe the manufacturer’s instructions. damage materials in the appli- • The machine can also be descaled in a more environ- ance and/or have no effect. - Page 22 2. Push the lever down. 3. Place a container with a capacity of at least 250 ml under the spout. 250 ml You will need to empty the container several times during the descaling procedure. 4. Press and hold the upper and middle coffee selection buttons and press the On/Off switch to switch the machine on.
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Page 23: Rinsing Phase
7. Clean the water tank, used capsule container, drip tray and grid as described in the section “Cleaning”. Rinsing phase 8. To start the rinsing phase, rinse out the water tank using fresh water and fill it with cold tap water to the MAX mark. -
Page 24: After A Long Period Of Non-Use
After a long period of non-use If you will not be using the machine for a prolonged period, e.g. when you go on holiday, we recommend, for reasons of hygiene, that you remove the water from the machine’s pipes. To do this: 1. - Page 25 The pump transports the remaining water out of the machine’s pipes. It will stop automatically as soon as there is no more water inside. The residual water runs into the container beneath the spout. 250 ml An acoustic signal will sound and the right-hand indi- cator light will continue to flash red.
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Page 26: Fault / Remedy
Fault / Remedy The right-hand indicator light Is the water tank empty? flashes red and an acoustic Fill the water tank. signal sounds. Press one of the coffee selection buttons. The pump will start. As soon as the pipes are filled with water the pump will stop automatically. Once the coffee selection buttons remain permanently lit, the machine is ready for use again. - Page 27 There are coffee grounds in the A small residue of coffee grounds always remains at the bottom of the cup. cup. This is a feature of the system and is not a fault. The coffee is not hot enough. Especially in the case of espresso, the quantity of coffee is so small compared with the size of the cup that it quickly cools down.
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Page 28: Technical Specifications
1.1 litres Protection class: Operating temperature: +10 to +40 °C Made exclusively for: Tchibo GmbH, Überseering 18, 22297 Hamburg, Germany In the course of product improvement, we reserve the right to make technical and optical modifications to the product. 28 Technical specifications / Disposal... -
Page 29: Guarantee
Damage due to improper use, failure to decalcify as well be granted, all warranty claims must be accompanied by as worn parts and consumables, are not covered by the proof of purchase from Tchibo or from an authorised guarantee. Tchibo distribution partner.
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