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Page 1: Espresso Machine
Carola Espresso Machine Owner’s Manual by: Made In Italy... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents Table Of Contents ........................1 Diagrams ..........................1 Introduction ..........................2 First Time Set Up ........................2 Before Each Use ........................2 Normal Operation ........................3 Water Reservoir ......................... 4 Brewing Espresso ........................4 Quantity of ground coffee ......................4 Tamping ........................... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Diagrams 1. Power Switch 2. Power Indicator Light 3. Heating Indicator Light 4. Water Reservoir 5. Cup Warming Tray 6. Pump (brew) Pressure Gauge 7. E61 Group Head 8. Brew Lever 9. Drip Tray 10. Single Portafilter 11. Double Portafilter 12. -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for your business! You are going to love your new Carola espresso machine. It combines classic beauty, value, and great performance for making the best espressos you’ve ever tasted! These instructions include tips that will help bring out the Barista that’s hidden within! Enjoy your new machine! First Time Set Up Before using your machine, test your water for hardness using the provided test strips. -
Page 5: Normal Operation
Normal Operation Gauge The gauge is for your pump (brew) pressure. When sitting idle the gauge is reading trapped pressure and may vary. To get an accurate pump pressure reading install the backflush disc in the portafilter and lock it into the grouphead and raise the brew lever. -
Page 6: Water Reservoir
Water Reservoir The water reservoir can be accessed by lifting the top off the machine. We recommend that the reservoir be removed prior to filling to prevent the spilling of water inside the machine which can cause damage to sensitive electrical components. Should water accidently get spilled inside the machine then immediately turn the power switch to the off position and unplug machine from electrical outlet. -
Page 7: The Grind
A cleaning brush has also been included to clean the group screen and gasket. Setting Coffee Brew Temperature The Carola is equipped with a digital thermometer. The coffee brewing temperatures are adjusted with dip switches located behind a trap door on the back of the machine. -
Page 8: Maintenance
Maintenance Backflushing is a vital maintenance procedure you must follow to help keep your machine running flawlessly for years to come. There are two types of backflushing; one with plain water, and the other with espresso machine cleaner. Plain water backflushing should be done at least once a week, however if you are so inclined, feel free to backflush with plain water as often as you like. -
Page 10: Setting Pump (Brew) Pressure
Setting Pump Pressure This requires removing the outer shell. The expansion valve is located on the bottom of the boiler and may be positioned facing up or down as shown to the right. The adjustment nut is the one that is attached to the soft silicone hose and is shown in the picture to the lower right. -
Page 11: Group Gasket And Shower Screen Replacement
We recommend replacing the gasket on a yearly basis which will make the replacement procedure much easier. The Carola uses an E61 8.5mm gasket. They can be purchased from our website at the link below: https://www.chriscoffee.com/Group-Gaskets-p/groupgasketg.htm... -
Page 12: Gasket And Screen Removal
Group Gasket and Screen Removal There are two ways to remove the group gasket and shower screen depending on how old they are. If you replace the group gasket on a yearly basis then the first method shown is recommended. If the gasket is older and dried out then the second method shown will be necessary. -
Page 13: Cleaning The Group
Cleaning The Group Before installing the new gasket and screen it is very important to clean the group head. Make up a solution of hot water and backflushing cleanser. Using the provided cleaning brush and cleanser, clean the group head and be sure the groove that the gasket sits in is completely free of any residual gasket material and coffee grounds or the new gasket will not seat properly. -
Page 14: Descaling
Group Gasket And Screen Installation- continued Step 3 With the gasket and screen in the portafilter, press the portafilter into the group head as shown. Apply equal upward pressure on the portafilter so the gasket goes in evenly. Once the gasket is up far enough then lock the portafilter into the group head and turn as far right as possible. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting – Continued Not Heating Verify the machine is plugged into the outlet and the outlet has power. Also check the power cord and make sure it it properly installed into the back of the machine. Verify the power switch is in the on position. Check the resettable hi-limit switch on the boiler to see if it is tripped. -
Page 16: Espresso Coming Out Too Slow Or Not At All
Troubleshooting Espresso Coming Out Too Slow Or Not At All Install the backflush disc into your portafilter and then lock it into the group head. Raise the brew lever to check the pump pressure. Recommended setting with the backflush disc is 9 -10 bar. -
Page 17: Warranty
Warranty The Carola comes with a 1 year warranty starting from the original date of purchase to protect against defects in materials or workmanship. The warranty is void if the product has been damaged by abuse, neglect, or modification. The warranty is provided by the seller of the machine.
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