Toastmaster MEX1B User's Manual

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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: A risk of fire and electrical shock exists in all
electrical appliances and may cause personal injury or death.
Please follow all safety instructions.
USE AND CARE GUIDE FOR
MODELS MEXKITB, MEX1B
AND MEX1BCAN
Espresso/Cappuccino Maker
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury
to persons, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using appliance.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• When in use, the appliance is under pressure and should never be
left unattended.
• Do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquid.
See instructions for cleaning.
• This appliance is not for use by children.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near
children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug and allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Do not operate any damaged appliance. Do not operate with a
damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the
nearest authorized Service Center for examination, repair or
adjustment.
• Use attachments only if recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
• Prior to connecting or disconnecting plug from wall outlet, turn
function knob to “OFF.”
• Never use the appliance without water.
• Only use appliance as indicated in these instructions.
• Keep steam-jet control knob in closed position when not being
used.
• Be certain lids are securely in place before operating appliance.
• Do not unscrew or remove safety lid while the appliance is in
operation as scalding may occur. Wait until brewing cycle is completed and all water and steam has been used up.
• CAUTION: Relieve pressure through steam tube before removing
cup or brew basket.
• The carafe is designed for use with this appliance. It must never be
used on a range top.
• Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
• Do not use a cracked carafe or a carafe having a loose or
weakened handle.
• Do not clean carafe with abrasive cleansers, steel wool pads, or
other abrasive material.
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• WARNING: Do not remove bottom cover. No user serviceable parts
inside. Repair must be done by authorized service personnel only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
CAUTION: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of
personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord. Extension cords are available from local hardware stores
and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is
required, special care and caution is necessary. Also the cord must be:
(1) marked with an electrical rating of 125 V, and at least 13 A., 1625 W.,
and (2) the cord must be arranged so that it will not drop over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped
over accidentally.
POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug, (one blade is
wider than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical
shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug, If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
ELECTRIC POWER: If the electric circuit is overloaded with other
appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be
operated on a separate electric circuit from other operating appliances.
Getting to Know Your Espresso/Capuccino Maker
Before using your machine for the first time, you must become familiar
with all of the parts. Read all instructions and cautions carefully.
1. Safety lid
1
2. Water
2
reservoir
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3. Steam jet
3
4. Froth booster
tip
7
5. Drip plate
6. Carafe with
lid
7. Filter basket
and holder
6
8. Function
5
knob
4
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Before making your first carafe of espresso, we suggest that you let
the water brew through the machine two times without coffee, following
the instructions. This will thoroughly clean the unit.
Making Espresso Coffee
1. Make sure the function knob is in the “OFF” position. Plug the
espresso/cappuccino maker into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
2. Remove the safety lid by turning it counter-clockwise and remove
from the appliance.
3. For espresso fill carafe to two or four cups of cold water, using the
markings on the carafe for reference. For cappuccino, fill the carafe
to
for 2 cups or to the bottom of the metal band for 4 cups.
Pour water into the water reservoir.
4. Close the safety lid tightly by turning clockwise.
5. Remove the filter basket and holder from the espresso/cappuccino maker by turning clockwise. With the measuring spoon,
measure espresso coffee and place into the filter basket. (Do not
compress/tap the coffee.)
NOTE: Be sure to use coffee which is MEDIUM TO FINE GROUND.
6. Place the filter basket into the filter holder.
7. Pull back the tab and insert the filter holder into the brewing head
lock aligning the arrow on the filter holder with the
on the
machine. Push the filter holder upward so it will be aligned with the
matching slots. Turn handle counter-clockwise until securely
locked. Place the cover on the carafe and return the carafe to the
drip plate. Align hole in lid under filter.
8. Switch the function knob to “BREW.”
9. After approximately four minutes, espresso coffee will flow into the
carafe.
NOTE: For cappuccino, refer immediately to the Making Cappuccino
section.
10. Do not open the safety lid or remove the filter holder during the
brewing process – scalding may occur.
11. When the coffee has stopped flowing into the carafe, turn the
function knob to the “OFF” position.
12. BEFORE REMOVING THE FILTER HOLDER OR THE SAFETY
LID, TURN THE FUNCTION KNOB TO
AND WAIT UNTIL
NO FURTHER STEAM EMERGES FROM THE STEAM JET.
Then turn the function knob back to the “OFF” position.
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Making Cappuccino
1. Cappuccino is a mixture of espresso coffee, milk and frothed milk.
Fill a deep, narrow metal pitcher 1/2 full with fresh, cold milk and
set next to the espresso/cappuccino maker.
2. Place the frothing booster tip up over the end of the steam jet.
Follow Steps 1 through 9 on page 4 for making espresso.
3. When the coffee starts to flow into the carafe, hold the pitcher by
the handle and bring up to the steam jet. Insert froth booster
tip just under the surface of the milk. Turn the function knob
gradually to
and froth the milk. Move the pitcher in a
slightly circular motion.
REMINDER: Before frothing milk, make sure the tip of the froth
boother tip is just under the surface of the milk. Otherwise, splattering may occur.
4. After frothing, turn the function knob to “BREW,” to allow the
appliance to complete the espresso making process.
5. Remove the pitcher from the steam jet.
6. When the coffee has stopped flowing into the carafe, turn the
function knob to the “OFF” position.
7. BEFORE REMOVING THE FILTER HOLDER OR THE SAFETY
LID,TURN THE FUNCTION KNOB TO
AND WAIT UNTIL
NO FURTHER STEAM EMERGES FROM THE STEAM JET.
This will allow any extra steam to be released and will clean the
steam jet of any excess milk. Then turn the function knob back to
the “OFF” position.
8. Serve the hot, frothy milk by spooning it on top of your cup of
espresso. The froth will not readily pour from the container, since
it separates from the heated milk.
The best frothed milk is obtained when fresh, cold, skim milk is used.
When frothing milk, the volume of milk will double.
The top half will be frothed, the bottom half will be milk. Fill a cappuccino cup 1/3 full of freshly brewed espresso coffee. Pour in an equal
amount of warm milk and top with frothed milk.
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User Maintenance Instructions
1. Unplug the espresso/cappuccino maker from the electrical outlet
and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
2. The coffee filter basket and holder should be emptied and rinsed
thoroughly with warm water after every use. Dry thoroughly.
3. Clean the carafe and carafe lid with warm, soapy water. Handle
with extreme care, as glass will become slippery when wet.
4. The carafe drip plate can be removed and washed in warm water.
5. Wipe the outside of your espresso/cappuccino maker with a damp
cloth. NEVER IMMERSE THE APPLIANCE IN WATER OR ANY
OTHER LIQUID.
6. This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY!
Descaling
If you live in a hard-water area, minerals and calcium found in the water
will accumulate and affect the operation of your machine.
Approximately every six months (this can vary depending on water
conditions and frequency of use), your espresso/cappuccino maker
should be cleaned with distilled vinegar in the following manner in
order to remove the mineral deposits, also referred to as scale.
1. Before cleaning your espresso/cappuccino maker, make sure the
function knob is in the “OFF” position and the appliance has
been disconnected from the wall outlet.
2. Fill the carafe with distilled vinegar and pour into the reservoir as
you would with water.
3. Securely fasten the safety lid.
4. Attach empty coffee filter basket and holder.
5. Place carafe onto drip plate.
6. Plug the espresso/cappuccino maker into 120V AC electrical
outlet.
7. Turn function knob to “BREW.” In a few minutes, the hot vinegar
will start to flow through the coffee basket into the carafe.
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Descaling
(Continued)
8. Place steam jet into a tall glass or mug. Move function knob
to
position during the flowing process only for a few seconds.
This will clean any residue left in the tube from the milk steaming
process.
9. Turn function knob back to “BREW,” permitting the hot vinegar to
continue to flow in the carafe.
10. When the flow has stopped, turn function knob to “OFF”
position and allow to cool completely. Then remove basket,
filter, carafe and rinse with hot water.
11. Repeat above steps using cold water to rinse away any residual
vinegar. Repeat twice.
12. Turn the function knob to the “OFF” position and unplug the
espresso/cappuccino maker from the wall outlet.
Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above
cleaning must be performed by an authorized service center.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
If any parts are missing or defective,
DO NOT return this product.
Please call our Customer Service Department for assistance.
800-233-9054 Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm CST
Thank You
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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
Warranty Coverage: This product is warranted to be free from defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty is extended only to the original consumer purchaser of the product and is not transferable. For a period of
one (1) year from the date of original purchase of the product, our Repair
Center will, at its option, either (1) repair the product or (2) replace the
product with a reconditioned comparable model. These remedies are the
purchaser's exclusive remedies under this warranty.
Warranty Service: To obtain warranty service, you must call our warranty
service number at 1-800-233-9054 for return instructions on how to deliver
the product, in either the original packaging or packaging affording an
equal degree of protection to the Repair Center specified below. You must
enclose a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase to demonstrate eligibility for warranty coverage.
To return the appliance, ship to:
ATTN: Repair Center
708 South Missouri Street
Macon, MO 63552 USA
To contact us, please write to, call, or email:
Consumer Relations Department
PO Box 7366
Columbia MO 65205-7366 USA
1-800-233-9054
E-mail:
[email protected]
What Is Not Covered: This warranty does not cover damage resulting
from misuse, accident, commercial use, improper service or any other
damage caused by anything other than defects in material or workmanship
during ordinary consumer use. This warranty is invalid if the serial number
has been altered or removed from the product. This warranty is valid only
in the United States and Canada.
LIMITATION ON DAMAGES: THERE SHALL BE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION ON THIS PRODUCT.
DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND
CONDITIONS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE ON THIS PRODUCT ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights
under the laws of your jurisdiction.
For more information on our products, visit our website: www.maxim-toastmaster.com.
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