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Prima ™ Espresso Maker Make authentic Italian espresso and cappuccino in the comfort of your own home with this retro-style espresso maker Instructions Please read all instructions carefully and keep this booklet for future reference. www.villaware.com V410-41006-U00 (5/05)
Return • Retro stainless steel design for an authentic Italian espresso look appliance to VillaWare for repair or replacement. • Temperature gauge allows you to monitor the unit’s boiler temperature at 12.
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S 1. POWER CORD HOUSING Provides built-in storage area for power cord when unit is not in use. • Power: 1000 watt • Pressure: 15 BAR (217 psi) 2.
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Below are a few basics to help you explore the espresso experience, while becoming a master of the process using your VillaWare Prima Espresso Maker. 1. WATER Fill water tank with fresh, cold water to avoid a “flat” taste. Water should be filled to a level between the MIN and MAX markings on the water tank.
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3. PRESSURE The filter portion can be used on its own, producing espresso with a frothier crema. The disc can also be used, along with the filter, producing espresso Pressure is what forces the water to run through the ground coffee during the with a finer-textured crema.
8. POD PORTAFILTER the steam wand may be too high. Lower the container of milk as the volume expands, always being sure to keep the wand immersed. When there is sufficient This filter allows you to use E.S.E pods. Non-E.S.E. coffee pods may not fit foam, lower the steam wand into the bottom of the container and continue properly, and should not be used.
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3. Dose and Tamp Coffee Grinds when the HEATING light goes OFF If you wish to prepare more espresso, check and refill the water tank, if necessary, (temperature will be approx. 200˚F) and allow the unit to cool to brewing temperature (approx. 200˚F), or when the ICON HEATING light turns on.
• Clean the brew head by wiping with a damp cloth. With use, coffee T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G grounds may build up in the brew head where the portafilters are placed. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLU T ION...
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ESPRESSO DRINKS ESPRESSO DRINKS DRINK WHAT IT IS HOW TO MAKE HOW TO SERVE DRINK WHAT IT IS HOW TO MAKE HOW TO SERVE Americano Espresso served at drip- • Combine 1 shot espresso with Often consumed Espresso Macchiato An espresso that is marked •...
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