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Espresso Vita 15 BAR Pump espresso machine with gauge Instruction Booklet EM6200 Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.
Contents Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions 2 About espresso coffee 3 Features of your Sunbeam Espresso Vita 4 Using the control panel 8 Reference guide to using your espresso machine12 Programming your espresso machine 17 Preparing your espresso machine before use 19 Guide to the perfect espresso 20 Guide to milk texturing 22 Using the hot water function 23 Espresso Recipes 24 Care and Cleaning 26 Descaling28 Advanced programming options 30 Trouble shooting guide 34 Important instructions – retain for future use.
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR SUNBEAM of contact, therefore avoid any direct contact with
ESPRESSO MACHINE. the steam wand.
• Always place the unit on a flat, level surface. • Always disconnect the plug from the power outlet
• Do not operate without water in reservoir. prior to cleaning the espresso machine or if there
Fill reservoir with only clean and cold water. is any problem during the coffee making process.
Observe the maximum filling volume is 2.5 litres. • Do not allow the power cord to come into contact
• Do not remove the filter handle during the espresso with the hot parts of the espresso machine,
pour or water flow as the unit is under pressure. including the cup warming plate and steam wand.
Removing the filter handle during either of these • Do not place hands directly under the steam, hot
operations can lead to a scalding or injury. water or coffee pour as this can lead to a scalding
• The steam wand becomes very hot during texturing or injury.
milk and water flow. This may cause burns in case
Sunbeam is very safety conscious when • Do not use an appliance for any purpose other than
designing and manufacturing consumer products, but its intended use.
it is essential that the product user also exercise care • Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas
when using an electrical appliance. Listed below are flame, electric element or on a heated oven.
precautions which are essential for the safe use of an • Do not place on top of any other appliance.
electrical appliance: • Do not let the power cord of an appliance hang over
• Read carefully and save all the instructions the edge of a table or bench top or touch any hot
provided with an appliance. surface.
• Always turn the power off at the power outlet before • Do not operate any electrical appliance with a
you insert or remove a plug. Remove by grasping damaged cord or after the appliance has been
the plug - do not pull on the cord. damaged in any manner. If damage is suspected,
• Turn the power off and remove the plug when the return the appliance to the nearest Sunbeam
appliance is not in use and before cleaning. Appointed Service Centre for examination,
• Do not use your appliance with an extension cord repair or adjustment.
unless this cord has been checked and tested by a • For additional protection, Sunbeam recommend
qualified technician or service person. the use of a residual current device (RCD)
• Always use your appliance from a power outlet of with a tripping current not exceeding 30mA in
the voltage (A.C. only) marked on the appliance. the electrical circuit supplying power to your
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons appliances.
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory • Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and liquid unless recommended.
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision • Appliances are not intended to be operated by
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a means of an external timer or separate remote
person responsible for their safety. control system.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they • This appliance is intended to be used in household
do not play with the appliance. and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high in shops, offices and other working environments;
when the appliance is operating. farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels and other
• Never leave an appliance unattended while in use. residential type environments; bed and breakfast
type environments.
If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance,
please visit www.sunbeam.com.au or contact the Sunbeam Consumer Service Line.
Ensure the above safety precautions are understood.
2About espresso coffee
Congratulations on the purchase of your Designed and engineered to last, the
Sunbeam espresso machine. components and features of the Sunbeam
The mastery of coffee making demands a Espresso Vita are encased in full metal
machine that you can trust to perform time housing, accentuated by a polished
and time again. Powered by a one-piece chrome brew head. The elegant styling and
stainless steel lined thermoblock and 15 craftsmanship employed in its design draw
BAR pump, the espresso machine will deliver inspiration from the tradition of European
the performance a true artist and coffee espresso machine quality and design. Now
connoisseur has come to expect. you can bring the art of coffee making into
The Sunbeam Espresso Vita makes producing your home with the Sunbeam Espresso Vita.
espresso coffees at home a pleasure with We hope you enjoy your new espresso
its simple to use push button operation. machine and should you need any further
Seamlessly integrated PID technology assistance, please visit the Sunbeam website,
monitors and controls the thermoblock www.sunbeam.com.au.
heating system to achieve the precise water
temperature required for each task, whether
you are extracting espresso, texturing milk or
brewing tea.
3Features of your Sunbeam
Espresso Vita
Warming plate
Effectively pre-warms cups
Push button control panel
Easy to use control panel delivers an espresso
pour, steam or hot water functions.
Group head
Brass and phenolic group handle
Extra cup height clearance
Additional clearance between the filter
handle and the drip tray is designed to suit
taller cups.
Water level indicator
The water level indicator floats through the
drip tray grid indicating how full the drip
tray is. The indicator is coloured red for easy
identification.
Measuring spoon / Tamp
4Espresso gauge
The gauge measures the resistance to the
espresso pour.
Programmable control panel
For a consistent shot of espresso everytime,
simply press either the single or double button.
Steam and hot water control dial
2.5L water reservoir
Removable from the front for easy filling at the
tap. Water can also be added at the top of the
unit.
Steam and hot water wand
Supplies powerful dry steam for achieving
silky, dense and rich milk. Also dispenses a
controlled flow of hot water. The commercial
3600 ball joint allows the steam wand to be
moved into the ideal position.
Removable drip tray and grill
The large capacity die-cast metal drip tray is
lined with plastic, preventing staining from
espresso oils, lightweight for easy removal and
designed with no dirt traps for simple wipe
down cleaning.
Non-slip rubber feet
Makes the unit sturdy, preventing it from
slipping or scratching the benchtop.
600ml jug
Cleaning tool Single filter basket Double filter basket
5Features of your Sunbeam
Espresso Vita
15 Bar Pump Pre-Infusion
Pre-infusion is programmed into the
MANUAL, single and double espresso
operations. It is a gradual increase of water
pressure pre-soaking the coffee cake before
full water pressure is applied. This in turn
delivers greater body and sweetness to the
espresso.
Crema System
The machine is fitted with a 15 BAR pump
which generates the pressure required to
deliver a complete extraction of oils, coffee
solids and aroma.
Thermoblock Heating System
The specially designed crema system consists
of a dual-floor filter creating additional
back pressure and a stabilising baffle that
helps retain temperature and produces a
steady pour of espresso. The dual-floor filter
baskets are designed to slow the flow of
liquid espresso creating a subtle aeration to
ensure a golden crema.
The thermoblock heating system heats the
water ensuring the precise temperature is
achieved for each function. Additionally, the
one-piece construction and stainless steel
tubing of the thermoblock effectively slows
scale build up and reduces the frequency of
cleaning required.
6Features of your Sunbeam Espresso Vita (continued)
Push Button Control Panel Should the needle fail to reach the target
area this is an indication that the serve of
espresso is ‘under-extracted’. This occurs
when water passes too quickly through the
tamped coffee grinds and is an indication
that either the grind needs to be made finer
or the filter basket has been under-dosed.
The pour is quick and light in colour and the
resulting crema is thin with a creamy light
brown colour.
When the needle goes beyond the target area
it is an indication that the serve of espresso
is ‘over-extracted’. This occurs when the
An easy to use control panel provides the water passes very slowly through the tamped
choice of manual operation or utilising the coffee grinds and is an indication that either
programmed espresso pour lengths. The the grind is too fine or the filter basket has
programmed espresso pour is set to 30mls been over-dosed. In this situation the hot
per cup while the PROGRAM function allows water is in contact with the coffee grinds
users to personalise and save their own for too long thus creating a burnt and bitter
espresso volumes. The user is also able to tasting espresso. This is characterised by
personalise and save their own settings for the espresso only slowly dripping during the
coffee temperature, steam temperature and entire pour and the crema is very dark.
steam flow.
Optimum
Pour
Espresso Gauge
The espresso gauge is an indicator of the
quality of the espresso pour and should be
used as a guide.
It measures the pressure or resistance Under Over
created by water being pumped through the Extracted Extracted
tamped coffee grinds in the group handle. Pour Pour
Whilst the needle is within the target area on
the gauge it indicates that a quality serve of
espresso has been made. This is indicated
by a slow and steady pour of liquid espresso
with a consistency similar to that of dripping
honey. The crema should be dark golden in
colour.
7Using the control panel
Power Once the espresso machine is switched on
Press the ‘POWER’ button once to turn the and heated, so the light on the ‘POWER’
espresso machine on. The light on the button button is red and the lights around the
will start flashing; this is to indicate that your ‘MANUAL’, ‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ espresso
espresso machine is on and is heating up. buttons show a constant red light, the coffee
maker is able to use the manual operation.
The coffee maker simply needs to press the
‘MANUAL’ button once to start the pour and
again to stop.
Important: Once the manual operation is
activated, before the espresso pour starts the
Ready Mode pre-infusion feature will release three short
When the light on the ‘POWER’ button stops bursts of gradual water pressure onto the
flashing and turns to a constant red light, coffee cake. After this the full water pressure
this indicates that the espresso machine is is applied and the espresso will pour freely.
heated and ready to use. The lights around Note: When the coffee maker has activated
the 'MANUAL', 'SINGLE', 'DOUBLE' and the ‘MANUAL’ operation the lights around the
'HOT WATER/STEAM' buttons will show a ‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ espresso buttons
constant red light. The machine is now in will go off. The lights on the ‘POWER’ and
Ready Mode. around the ‘MANUAL’ buttons will remain on.
Note: Remember that if the light on the
‘POWER’ button is flashing it means Single Espresso
the espresso machine is adjusting the Note: Before activating the espresso coffee
temperature of the heating system. function ensure that the steam and hot water
To turn the espresso machine off, simply control dial is in the OFF position.
press the ‘POWER’ button, the red power The ‘SINGLE’ espresso function removes the
light and all other lights on the control panel guesswork and is programmed to pour 30mls
will turn off. of liquid espresso.
Tip: We recommend using the single cup
filter when using the programmed ‘SINGLE’
Manual espresso operation.
Note: Before activating the espresso coffee Once the espresso machine is switched on
function ensure that the steam and hot water and heated, so the light on the ‘POWER’
control dial is in the OFF position. button is red and the lights around the
The ‘MANUAL’ button allows the coffee ‘MANUAL’, ‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ espresso
maker to have complete control over the buttons show a constant red light, the coffee
length of the espresso pour. maker is able to use the ‘SINGLE’ espresso
8Using the control panel (continued)
operation. The coffee maker simply needs to Tip: We recommend using the double cup
press the ‘SINGLE’ espresso button once to filter when using the programmed ‘DOUBLE’
start and the pour of liquid espresso will stop espresso operation.
automatically. Once the espresso machine is switched on
Important: Once the ‘SINGLE’ espresso and heated, so the light on the ‘POWER’
operation is activated, before the espresso button is red and the lights around the
pour starts the pre-infusion feature will ‘MANUAL’, ‘SINGLE’, and ‘DOUBLE’
release three short bursts of gradually espresso buttons show a constant red light,
increasing water pressure onto the coffee the coffee maker is able to use the ‘DOUBLE’
cake. After this the full water pressure is espresso operation. The coffee maker simply
applied and the espresso will pour freely. needs to press the ‘DOUBLE’ espresso button
Note: When the coffee maker has activated once to start and the pour of liquid espresso
the ‘SINGLE’ espresso operation the lights will stop automatically.
around the ‘MANUAL’ and ‘DOUBLE’ Important: Once the ‘DOUBLE’ espresso
espresso buttons will go off. The lights on the operation is activated, before the espresso
‘POWER’ and the ‘SINGLE’ espresso buttons pour starts the pre-infusion feature will
will remain on. release three short bursts of gradually
increasing water pressure onto the coffee
cake. After this the full water pressure is
applied and the espresso will pour freely.
Note: When the coffee maker has activated
the ‘DOUBLE’ espresso operation the lights
Note: The coffee maker does not need to around the ‘MANUAL’ and ‘SINGLE’ buttons
press the single espresso button again to end will go off. The lights on the ‘POWER’ and
the pour as the espresso machine will stop ‘DOUBLE’ espresso buttons will remain on.
automatically.
Once the pour of liquid espresso stops the
espresso machine is ready to make another
espresso.
Note: When using the single espresso
operation you can stop the pour of espresso Note: The coffee maker does not need to
at any time by pressing the ‘MANUAL’, press the ‘DOUBLE’ espresso button again
‘SINGLE’, or ‘DOUBLE’ espresso operation to end the pour as the espresso machine will
buttons. stop automatically.
Once the pour of liquid espresso stops the
Double Espresso espresso machine is ready to make another
Note: Before activating the espresso coffee espresso.
function, ensure that the STEAM and HOT
Note: When using the ‘DOUBLE’ espresso
WATER control dial is in the OFF position.
operation you can stop the pour of espresso
The ‘DOUBLE’ espresso function removes the at any time by pressing the ‘MANUAL’,
guesswork and is programmed to pour 60mls ‘SINGLE’ or ‘DOUBLE’ espresso operation
of liquid espresso. buttons.
9Using the control panel (continued)
Programming the Single or Double pours Steam
The program function allows the coffee maker The steam function allows the coffee maker
to personalise and save their own espresso to produce steam out of the steam wand for
pour settings. texturing milk.
To program the ‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ To activate the steam function, the coffee
coffee pours the espresso machine needs to maker simply needs to press the ‘STEAM’
be in STAND BY MODE (so the machine is button. By design the temperature of the
plugged in and turned on at the wall, but espresso machine will adjust as necessary.
the power on the machine has not yet been There may be a short delay while you wait.
turned on). Note: When the coffee maker has activated
the steam function the light around the
To activate the program function for the
‘STEAM’ button will show a constant red
‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ espresso pours, the
light and the light behind the ‘MANUAL’,
coffee maker needs to press and hold down
‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ buttons will go off.
both the ‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ buttons.
Additionally the light on the ‘POWER’ button
While still holding down these two buttons
will remain on.
briefly press the ‘POWER’ button and release
all buttons. When in programming mode the Note: If the light behind the ‘STEAM’ button
lights around the ‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ is flashing it means the espresso machine
buttons will slowly flash (dimming up and is adjusting the temperature of the heating
down). system. You will be able to use the steam
while it is heating up but this is not advised
Depending on which pour you want to as the steam will be wetter than if the
program, press either the ‘SINGLE’ or machine is fully heated up.
‘DOUBLE’ espresso pour buttons, upon Once the espresso machine is heated to the
release the pour will begin. correct temperature, so the light behind the
Note: For best results the coffee make should ‘STEAM’ button stops flashing and shows a
only make changes to the ‘SINGLE’ and constant red light, the coffee maker is able to
‘DOUBLE’ coffee pour volumes by engaging use the espresso machine.
the coffee handle fitted with either the single The coffee maker simply needs to turn
or double basket, packed with coffee. the steam and hot water control dial anti-
When the desired pour amount has been clockwise to the ‘MAX’ setting to start and
reached press the flashing coffee button turn it back to the ‘OFF’ position to stop.
to set the new volume. A long beep will Press the 'STEAM' button again to deactivate
sound confirming the program saved and the the steam function.
machine will go into ‘READY MODE’. Note: When you have finished steaming,
Note: For more detailed information on ensure the steam and hot water control dial
programming refer to page 17 ‘Programming is fully turned off. If the steam and hot water
your espresso machine’. control dial is left open, the coffee maker
will not be able to switch to the ‘COFFEE’ or
‘HOT WATER’ functions.
10Using the control panel (continued)
Note: After 10 minutes of inactivity in the Hot Water
steam mode, the espresso machine will The hot water function allows the coffee
automatically switch back to the ‘READY maker to release a controlled flow of hot
MODE’. water for making long blacks, hot chocolates,
pre-heating cups and glasses and brewing
teas.
To activate the hot water function, the
coffee maker simply needs to press the ‘HOT
WATER’ button.
Note: When the coffee maker has activated
the hot water function the light around the
‘HOT WATER’ button will show a constant
red light and the light behind the ‘MANUAL’,
‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ buttons will go off.
Additionally the light on the ‘POWER’ button
will remain on.
The coffee maker simply needs to turn
the steam and hot water control dial anti-
clockwise to the ‘MAX’ setting to start and
turn it back to the ‘OFF’ position to stop.
Press the ‘HOT WATER’ button again to
deactivate the hot water function.
Note: When you have finished using the hot
water, ensure the steam and hot water dial is
fully turned off. If the steam and hot water
dial is left open, the coffee maker will not be
able to switch to the ‘COFFEE’ or ‘STEAM’
functions.
11Reference guide to using your
espresso machine
Preparing the espresso machine
1 2 3
Remove water reservoir from Fill at sink with cold water. Replace the water reservoir.
front of unit.
4 5 6
Press 'POWER' button to turn Control panel lit and ready to Warming the espresso cups.
unit on. use. (Ready Mode)
Double filter basket
Single filter
basket
7 8 9
Select appropriate filter and Place group handle onto Turn group handle to the
place into group handle. group head. right, so it is firmly locked
into position.
12Reference guide to using your espresso machine (continued)
10 11
Place large container under Press the ‘MANUAL’ button
both pouring spouts. and allow the water to run
through. Press button again
to stop.
Making the espresso
12 13 14
Select appropriate filter and Hold group handle under Place finely ground coffee
place into group handle. group head and purge with into filter basket.
water to preheat.
15 16 17
Tamp the coffee grinds. The Wipe the edge of filter to Place group handle onto
level of coffee must be 3mm remove any coffee grinds. group head.
below the filter basket rim.
13Reference guide to using your espresso machine (continued)
18 19 20
Turn group handle to the Place glasses/cups below Press the ‘MANUAL’ button
right, so it is firmly locked pouring spouts. for a continuous pour. Press
into position. button again to stop pour.
21 22
Remove group handle by Discard the used coffee
turning to the left. grinds.
Texturing milk
23 24 25
Press the 'STEAM' button to Purge the steam wand by Turn off steam by turning
activate steam mode. turning dial anti-clockwise. dial clockwise.
14Reference guide to using your espresso machine (continued)
26 27 28
Swing steam wand to the Place steam wand into milk, Angle jug to rest steam wand
side of espresso machine. approx. 1cm below surface on spout and place nozzle just
and activate the steam below surface of the milk.
function.
Hot water
29 30 31
Close the steam by turning Wipe steam nozzle and wand Press the 'HOT WATER'
dial clockwise. with damp cloth and purge a button to activate hot water
small amount of steam. mode.
32 33 34
Place cup under hot water Close the hot water by Swing the steam/hot water
nozzle and activate the hot turning dial clockwise. wand over the drip tray.
water function by turning dial
anti-clockwise.
15Reference guide to using your espresso machine (continued)
Cleaning
35 36 37
Remove the drip tray. Remove drip tray grill. Remove both the water
reservoir and drip tray to get
to the 'cleaning pin'.
PIN
ING
AN
CLE
38 39 40
Insert thinner end of Wrap steam wand with damp Insert thicker end of cleaning
cleaning pin into the single cloth and turn steam on for pin into the hole in the base
hole in the base of the filter. 10 seconds. of the steam wand.
16Programming your espresso
machine
The Espresso Vita has programming Programming Double Espresso
capabilities. Based on café settings the 1. To start programming the espresso machine
‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ espresso functions needs to be in ‘STAND BY MODE’. So the
are set at 30 and 60mls. However by machine is plugged in and switched on at
following a few simple steps the coffee maker the power point, but the machine itself is
can personalise the espresso machine to not powered on.
achieve a serve of espresso to exactly how 2. Prepare the group handle. Fit the group
they like it. handle with the double filter basket (12)
Programming Single Espresso and fill with finely ground coffee (14).
Using the coffee tamp supplied, tamp
1. To start programming the espresso machine
the coffee grinds (15). Secure the group
needs to be in ‘STAND BY MODE’. So the
handle to the group head (17)(18).
machine is plugged in and switched on at
the power point, but the machine itself is 3. Place two cups under each pouring spout
not powered on. (19).
2. Prepare the filter handle. Fit the group 4. To commence programming press and hold
handle with the single filter basket (12) down both the ‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’
and fill with finely ground coffee (14). espresso buttons while still holding down
Using the coffee tamp supplied, tamp these buttons briefly press the ‘POWER’
the coffee grinds (15). Secure the group button and release all buttons. The lights
handle to the group head (17)(18). around the coffee buttons will start to
3. Place a cup under both pouring spouts slowly flash, dimming up and down.
(19). 5. Press the ‘DOUBLE’ espresso button once
4. To commence programming press and hold to start the espresso pour.
down both the ‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ 6. Allow the espresso to pour until the desired
espresso buttons while still holding down level. Once the desired level is reached
these buttons briefly press the ‘POWER’ stop the espresso pour by pressing the
button and release all buttons. The lights ‘DOUBLE’ espresso button. A long beep
around the coffee buttons will start to will signify that the new setting for the
slowly flash, dimming up and down. ‘DOUBLE’ espresso operation has been
5. Press the ‘SINGLE’ espresso button once programmed and stored into the machines
to start the espresso pour. memory.
6. Allow the espresso to pour until the desired 7. The espresso machine will then go into
level. Once the desired level is reached ‘READY MODE’ and is ready to make
stop the espresso pour by pressing the espresso at the push of a button.
‘SINGLE’ espresso button. A long beep
will signify that the new setting for the Resetting the Factory Settings
‘SINGLE’ espresso operation has been To revert back to the original factory settings;
programmed and stored into the machines 1. Insert the power cord into a 230-240V AC
memory. power outlet and switch the power ‘ON’.
7. The espresso machine will then go into
‘READY MODE’ and is ready to make
espresso at the push of a button.
17Programming your espresso machine (continued)
Important: Although the espresso machine is
on at the power outlet ensure that the actual
espresso machine power is ‘OFF’. Therefore
no lights will be illuminated on the espresso
machine control panel.
2. Press and hold down the ‘POWER’ button.
3. When you hear a single long beep this
will indicate that the espresso machine
will have returned to the original factory
settings.
18Preparing your espresso machine
before use
1. Place the espresso machine onto a dry, 5. Place glasses and cups on the warming
stable benchtop. plate (6).
2. Ensure the drip tray and grill are in place. Important: For first time use or if the machine
3. Fill the espresso machine with water. To has not been used for some time, it is
do so, ensure the group handle has been important that the machine is rinsed as
taken out of the group head and swing follows:
the steam want to the right, out of the 6. Fit the group handle with either the single
way. Then using the handle at the front or double filter basket (7). Secure the
of the water reservoir simply slide out the group handle to the group head (8) (9).
reservoir from the front of the espresso 7. Place a sufficiently large container under
machine (1). Then fill with fresh cold water both pouring spouts (10).
or filtered water (2). Replace the water 8. Once the espresso machine is switched on
reservoir firmly by sliding it back into place and heated, so the light on the ‘POWER’
(3). button is red and the lights around the
4. Insert the power cord into a 230-240V ‘MANUAL’, ‘SINGLE’, ‘DOUBLE’ and ‘HOT
AC power outlet and switch the power on. WATER’ buttons show a constant red light,
Press the ‘POWER’ button once to turn the the espresso machine is heated and ready
espresso machine on (4). The light on the to use.
‘POWER’ button will illuminate red and Tip: Remember if the ‘POWER’ light is
start flashing. This is to indicate that your flashing red, this indicates that the espresso
espresso machine is on and is heating up. machine is on and is heating up.
When the red light on the ‘POWER’ button 9. Press the ‘MANUAL’ button (11) and allow
stops flashing and turns to a constant the water to run through until the water
red light, this indicates that the espresso reservoir is empty.
machine is heated and ready to use. The Note: You will need to press the ‘MANUAL’
lights around the ‘MANUAL’, ‘SINGLE’, button again to stop the water flow. It does
‘DOUBLE’, ‘STEAM’ and ‘HOT WATER’ not happen automatically.
buttons will also show a constant red light
(5). When the control panel is lit in this
way, this indicates that the machine is in
ready mode.
19Guide to the perfect espresso
Preheat Glasses Then without having made a coffee remove
1. Preheat the glasses/cups by filling them the group handle (21) and inspect the top
with hot water as this will assist to preserve of the tamped coffee - it should have only a
the crema of the espresso. Set the glasses/ slight indent from the shower screen. Ideally
cups aside. the top of the tamped coffee should be
Caution: The hot water will be close to boiling fractionally below the shower screen and then
temperature. Take care so as not to crack the during the espresso pour the coffee cake will
glasses or burn yourself. expand up and onto the shower screen.
Tip: The coffee dosage and the degree of
Preheat Group Handle and Filter Basket tamping should remain the same every time
2. Select the appropriate filter basket and you make a coffee. The only thing that should
place it into group handle (12). vary is the coarseness of the coffee grounds
Tip: Use the single filter basket for a single and this will vary depending on the bean. For
serve of espresso and the double filter basket example to achieve a slower espresso pour
for a double serve of espresso. rate use a finer grind and a coarser grind for
3. Take the group handle, hold it under the a faster espresso pour rate.
group head and purge water. With the filter Note: If purchasing pre-ground coffee or
basket positioned under the group head you have someone grind it for you, request/
press the ‘MANUAL’ button to start the purchase a very fine grind, the same that
water flow and press it again to stop (13). would be used for a commercial espresso
4. Dry the filter basket. machine.
Tip: Ensure the coffee tamp is dry because if
Dosing and Tamping it is wet the coffee grinds will stick to it.
5. Using a grinder or the measuring spoon
supplied, place the appropriate amount of The Espresso Pour
finely ground coffee into the filter basket 8. Lock the group handle onto the group head
(14). (17)(18).
6. Reset the group handle with the filter 9. Empty the glasses/cups and place below
basket in position onto the benchtop. Take the pouring spouts (19).
the coffee tamp, apply firm level packing Note: Check to see that the espresso machine
pressure (15), twisting 90 degrees to is ready for use (see p8 Ready Mode).
polish the grounds. This seals the surface Remember that if the ‘POWER’ light is
of the coffee cake. flashing red, this indicates that the espresso
7. Brush any excess coffee grounds from machine is on and heating up.
around the edge of the filter basket (16). 10. Press any of the coffee buttons to start
Important: Be sure to place a sufficient the espresso pour.
amount of coffee grinds into the filter basket Important: Should coffee grinds come out
without over dosing it with coffee. Once from the top of the group handle this is a
tamped the level of coffee should be only a sign that the group handle has not been
few millimetres below the rim of the filter firmly locked into position and/or the level of
basket. To check this, lock the group handle coffee in the basket is too high.
onto the group head (17)(18).
20Guide to the perfect espresso (continued)
Pre-Infusion Eco Mode and Standby Mode
11. Once the espresso operation has been After 1 hour of non-use in Ready Mode the
activated, before the espresso pour starts, espresso machine will automatically switch
the progressive pre-infusion feature will to Eco Mode. An indication that the machine
release three short bursts of gradually is in Eco Mode is the light on the ‘POWER’
increasing water pressure onto the coffee button will slowly flash red. While in Eco
cake. After this, the full water pressure Mode the machine uses reduced power and
is applied to the coffee cake and the maintains a lower temperature. While in Eco
espresso will pour freely. Mode, the espresso machine functions can
12. Check the espresso pour. The ideal easily be reactivated by simply pressing the
pour starts out dark and then soon ‘MANUAL’, ‘SINGLE’, ‘DOUBLE’, ‘STEAM’
after becomes caramel with reddish or ‘HOT WATER’ buttons. The temperature
reflections. The pour should hang of the espresso machine will then adjust as
vertically on each spout and flow slowly necessary.
like dripping honey. After a further 1 hour of non-use in
Tip: Once the espresso pour starts to lighten Eco Mode the espresso machine will
in colour you should cut off the pour. automatically switch to Standby Mode. The
13. Serve espresso immediately. lights on the control panel will all switch off.
To bring the espresso machine out of Standby
Mode simply press the ‘POWER’ button.
Caring for your Espresso Machine
The machine will then power on and begin
13. Remove the group handle from the group heating up.
head (21).
14. Discard the used coffee grinds from the
filter basket (22).
Tip: After each use of the espresso machine
we recommend that a small amount of water
is cycled through the group head as this will
wash out any old or used coffee grinds stuck
to the underside of the group head. Simply
press the ‘MANUAL’ button and allow some
water to run through. Press button again
to stop. We also recommend that a small
amount of water is purged through the steam
wand after each use.
21Guide to milk texturing
Milk texturing is the steaming of milk. The 4. Swing the steam wand to the side of the
steam does two things, heats the milk and espresso machine (26).
also the steam mixes air with the milk to 5. Place the steam wand into the milk so that
form an ‘emulsion’ of tiny bubbles that gives the tip of the steam nozzle is just below
a silky velvet texture. Similar to making an the surface of the milk and activate the
espresso, perfecting the art of milk texturing steam function by turning the steam and
takes time and practice. hot water control dial anti-clockwise as far
Tip: Remember espresso is the foundation for as it will go (27).
all espresso-coffee drinks and the milk is the 6. Angle the jug so that the steam wand is
variable. resting on the spout of the jug and lower
Before starting to prepare for milk texturing, the jug until the tip of the steam nozzle
ensure the espresso machine is in steam is just below the surface of the milk. The
mode, so the red light on the 'POWER' nozzle should sit just off centre in the
button and red light around the 'STEAM' milk. This will start to create a whirlpool
button are illuminated. action in the milk (28).
Note: Should the espresso machine not be Note: How we introduce the air to the milk
in steam mode, simply press the 'STEAM' will determine the consistency of the foam.
button to activate (23). If we catch large gulps of air the quality of
Tip: It is recommended to use the steam the foam will reflect this by having large
function after first making espresso or using bubbles. If we can introduce air to the milk
the hot water function. Making coffee in in a controlled gentle fashion indicated by a
this order will reduce any waiting time or gentle hissing sound the milk will have a fine
water usage while the machine adjusts to the aerated bead in the textured foam.
correct temperature. 7. As the steam heats and textures the milk,
1. Determine how much milk is needed based the level of the milk in the jug will begin to
on the number of cups being made or the rise. As this happens follow the level of the
size of the texturing jug. milk by lowering the jug, always keeping
Tip: Keep in mind that the volume of milk the tip of the steam nozzle just below the
will increase or ’stretch’ during the texturing. surface. This will create a slight hissing
2. Pour cold refrigerated milk into a stainless noise.
steel jug, between ¹/³ to ²/³ full. Tip: The amount of foam required will vary
Tip: Best results will be achieved by using a depending on the drinks being made, for
clean jug and cold, fresh milk. example a cappuccino requires more foam
than a flat white.
3. Purge the steam wand of any water. With
the steam wand positioned over the drip 8. Close the steam immediately when the
tray activate the steam function by turning milk is heated to between 60-65°C by
the steam and hot water control dial anti- turning the steam and hot water control
clockwise as far as it will go (24). Once dial clockwise (29).
any water has been purged close the steam Tip: The optimum drinking temperature of
by turning the steam and hot water control milk is between 60-65°C and we advise
dial clockwise (25). you use a milk thermometer to achieve
22Guide to milk texturing (continued)
the correct temperature. It's important to 9. Remove the jug, immediately wipe the
remember that if the milk is not heated steam nozzle and wand with a clean damp
long enough the drink will be too cool and cloth (30) and purge a small amount of
if heated for too long it will start to boil at steam.
around 72°C and all texture will be lost. 10. With the jug in hand tap the jug on the
Tip: If you don’t have a thermometer a good bench top to release the trapped air
indication that the correct temperature has bubbles. Agitate the milk as this helps
been reached is when the jug becomes too the milk and froth combine for an even
hot to leave your fingers in contact. consistency.
Important: Do not boil the milk as the texture Note: After 10 minutes of non-use in
and taste will be affected. steam mode, the espresso machine will
automatically return to ready mode.
Using the hot water function
The hot water function is ideal for preheating Caution: The water from the hot water nozzle
cups and glasses, brewing teas, preparing will be close to boiling temperature. Take
long blacks, hot chocolates and filling coffee care as boiling water may scald. Additionally,
plungers. the wand will be hot and may burn.
When using the hot water function the 3. Once you have dispensed the required
espresso machine needs to be in ‘HOT amount of hot water into the cup or
WATER’ mode, so the red light on the container, close the hot water by turning
‘POWER’ button and the red light around the the steam/hot water control dial clockwise
‘HOT WATER’ button are illuminated. (33).
Note: Should the espresso machine not be 4. Remove the cup or container and swing the
in hot water mode, simply press the ‘HOT steam/hot water wand over the drip tray to
WATER’ button to activate (31). catch any drips of water (34).
1. Swing the steam and hot water wand to the
side of the espresso machine.
2. Place the cup or container under the
steam/hot water nozzle and activate the hot
water function by turning the steam and
hot water control dial anti-clockwise as far
as it will go (32).
23Espresso Recipes
ESPRESSO (SHORT BLACK) MACCHIATO
Espresso is a concentrated, full bodied coffee Macchiato, Italian for ‘to stain or mark’.
with a stable layer of cream on top – known Traditionally served as a standard espresso
as ‘crema’. An espresso is the foundation of with a dash of milk and a small dollop of
all café coffee. Variations are achieved by froth into the middle of the ‘crema’.
adding different amounts of milk and froth. • 90mL espresso glass or demitasse cup
• 90mL espresso glass or demitasse cup • single or double espresso
• single espresso (30-35mL) • marked with steamed milk froth
LONG BLACK FLAT WHITE
A standard espresso with hot water, served in Another old favourite, the Flat White is
a regular coffee cup or mug. The hot water is an espresso with steamed milk, served in
added first so that the ‘crema’ is maintained. a regular coffee cup or mug. The layer of
• 190mL cup frothed milk on top should be 2mm to seal
the coffee.
• hot water (to taste)
• 190mL cup
• single or double espresso
• single or double espresso
• steamed milk
24Espresso Recipes (continued)
CAFFE LATTE CAFFE MOCHA
An espresso with steamed milk, typically Made in a similar way to a cappuccino but
served in a glass. The layer of frothed milk on with the addition of drinking chocolate.
top should be 10mm to seal the coffee. Simply stir the chocolate into the espresso
• 220mL glass or cup prior to adding the steamed milk and froth.
• single or double espresso • 190-240mL cup or tall glass
• steamed milk • single or double espresso
• two teaspoons of drinking chocolate
• two-thirds milky coffee, one-third froth
CAPPUCCINO CON PANNA
This delicious drink is an espresso with A variation on the original Vienna coffee, this
steamed milk, topped with creamy froth and delicious drink is made up of an espresso
a dusting of chocolate. The resulting drink is topped with lightly whipped cream. It can
approximately two-thirds milky coffee, one- also be dusted with cinnamon or drinking
third froth. chocolate.
• 190-240mL cup • 190mL cup
• single or double espresso • single or double espresso
• two-thirds milky coffee, one-third froth • lightly whipped cream
• dusted with chocolate • dusted with cinnamon or chocolate
25Care and Cleaning
The coffee making process involves extracting To clean the group head of any old coffee
oils out of coffee grinds to make espresso grinds cycle water through and wipe the
coffee. Deposits of these oils build up over group head and around the inside rim with a
time and affect the taste of the coffee and damp cloth.
operation of the espresso machine. Should the holes in the filter baskets become
Regular cleaning to remove these oils is clogged with coffee grinds use a fine bristled
essential and will maintain the quality of the brush to remove them. Also you can use
coffee the espresso machine produces and the cleaning pin which is supplied with the
result in less maintenance being required. espresso machine. The cleaning tool is
This is easy to do by following a few quick located behind the water reservoir and drip
and easy cleaning steps after each coffee tray (37). The cleaning tool has two pins at
making session; either end. One is the thinner and shorter
Cycle water through the group head, of the two and is for cleaning out the hole in
Purge steam through the steam wand, the filter basket. Insert the cleaning pin into
Wipe the steam wand clean with a damp the single hole in the base of the filter (38).
cloth immediately after use, Group head rubber seal
Remove the filter basket from the group The group head seal is located on the
handle and clean away any old coffee oils, underside of the group head and creates a
and seal against the group handle during the
Empty the drip tray and rinse. espresso pour.
Important: Never wash any of the espresso Note: During long periods of non-use we
machine parts or accessories in the recommend that the group handle not be
dishwasher. left attached to the group head as this will
reduce the life of the seal.
Drip tray and grill
Over time the seal will lose its elasticity
Remove the drip tray and grill at regular
and require replacement, depending on use
intervals to empty (35) (36). Clean with
usually every 12 months. Signs that the seal
water and a little non-abrasive washing up
is deteriorating are when the group handle
liquid, rinse and dry.
cannot create the necessary seal and steam
Over time it is normal for the inside of the and/or water escapes from around the group
drip tray to be stained by the oils in the head during the espresso pour. Another sign
coffee. may be when the group handle locks off to
Group head, group handle & filter baskets the right rather than the front.
The filter baskets and group handle should Note: Contact Sunbeam on 1300 881 861
be rinsed with warm water after each use and should you think that the group head seal
then dried thoroughly. needs replacing. Please do not attempt
to change the seal without first consulting
Sunbeam.
26Care and Cleaning (continued)
Cup warming plate and exterior Important: Never clean the steam wand with
Wipe over the unit with a damp cloth and wipe an abrasive pad as this will damage the
dry. Do not use abrasives or metal scourers as steam wand.
these will scratch the exterior surface. Should the steam wand become blocked,
supplied with the espresso machine is a
Steam wand cleaning pin. The cleaning tool is located
Keeping the steam arm clean is essential behind the water reservoir and drip tray (37).
to ensure maximum efficiency of the steam The cleaning tool has two pins at either end.
function. A build up of caramelised/dried milk The thicker, longer pin is for cleaning the
on the steam wand will impair the steaming steam wand. Insert the cleaning pin into the
and texturing ability of the espresso machine. hole in the base of the steam nozzle (40).
The steam nozzle has been specially designed Should the steam wand remain blocked
to be perfectly smooth. This will help to unscrew the steam nozzle from the steam
reduce build up of dried milk. wand. Clean the steam nozzle by once again
Important: Wipe the steam wand clean with a using the cleaning pin then flush under
damp cloth immediately after each use and running water.
purge a small amount of steam.
Should the milk dry/caramelise on the
steam wand, simply wrap the wand with a
clean damp cloth, swing the steam wand
over the drip tray and turn the steam on for
approximately 10 seconds (39). With the
cloth still on the steam wand leave to sit for
about 5 minutes and you will find that after
this time the dry/caramelised milk will easily
wipe away. Repeat process if still dirty.
27Descaling
Scale is a surface build up of minerals that 2. Should the group handle be attached to
naturally occur over time in all appliances the group head remove it, rinse thoroughly
that are involved with the heating of water. under running water and set aside.
Therefore the espresso machine will require 3. Using a screwdriver unscrew the brewing
occasional descaling. It is recommended filter/shower screen from the underside of
that the espresso machine is descaled every the group head.
4-6 months, this will vary depending on the 4. Remove and set aside the filter/screen,
frequency of use and water hardness. washer and screw in a safe place.
Descaling solution Important: Be careful not to lose the filter/
Use any of the following when descaling the screen, washer and screw once you have
espresso machine: disassembled the group head.
Sunbeam Espresso Machine Descaling 5. Using a small brush scrub in and around
Tablets (EM0010) the area at the brewing head, removing all
coffee grinds.
Sunbeam Liquid Descaler (KEO100), or
6. Place a sufficiently large container under
Vinegar Solution.
the group head.
Descaling the espresso machine 7. Insert the power cord into a 230-240V AC
Note: Ensure the espresso machine is turned power outlet and switch the power ‘ON’.
off and the power cord is unplugged. Press the ‘POWER’ button once to turn the
1. Remove the water reservoir and rinse clean. espresso machine on.
Depending on the descaling solution being Note: Check to see that the espresso machine
used use one of the following: is ready for use (see p8 Ready Mode).
A. Sunbeam Espresso Machine Descaling Remember if the ‘POWER’ light is flashing
Tablets red this indicates that the espresso machine
is on and is heating up.
Fill the water reservoir with 1 litre of warm
water and place a descaling tablet into the 8. Press the ‘MANUAL’ button and allow
reservoir. Once the tablet has dissolved half the solution to cycle through the
replace the reservoir, this takes about 5-7 group head and then once again press the
minutes. ‘MANUAL’ button to stop the flow.
B.Sunbeam Liquid Descaler Important: Do not run descaling solution
through the steam wand.
Fill the water reservoir with approximately
1.5 litres of water, add 1 capful of Note: Depending on the size of the container
Sunbeam Liquid Descaler and replace the under the group head on occasion this may
reservoir. need to be emptied throughout this process.
C. Vinegar solution 9. After half the solution has cycled through
press the ‘MANUAL’ button to stop the flow
Fill the water reservoir with approximately
and then press the ‘POWER’ button to turn
1.5 litres of warm water, add 3 tablespoons
the machine off.
of vinegar and replace the reservoir.
28Descaling (continued)
10. Leave the machine off for 10-15 minutes 14. Press the ‘MANUAL’ button and allow the
to allow the descaling solution to take entire water reservoir to cycle through the
affect. group head. Press button again to stop.
11. Press the ‘POWER’ button once to turn Note: Depending on the size of the container
the espresso machine on. under the group head on occasion this may
12. Press the ‘MANUAL’ button and allow the need to be emptied throughout this process.
remaining solution to cycle through the 15. When this is finished remove the
group head. Press button again to stop. container under the group head and give
13. Remove the water reservoir from the the machine a good wipe over.
machine and rinse thoroughly under 16. Carefully replace the rubber seal, brewing
running water, ensuring that all traces filter/shower screen and washer to the
of the descaling solution are removed. group head.
Fill with clean water and replace the Important: Ensure the screw is tightened well.
reservoir. 17. Fill the water reservoir with fresh water
and position it in to the machine.
29Advanced programming options
Espresso Thermoblock Temperature 4. Press the ‘SINGLE’ button to decrease the
The water temperature of this espresso Espresso temperature setting or press the
machine has been calibrated to the precise ‘DOUBLE’ button to increase the espresso
temperature of 92°C at the group head. The temperature setting. Please refer to the
temperature of the water at the group head chart below.
can be modified in increments of 2°C up and Espresso Temperature Programming
down should it be desired.
Setting Beep Sequence
To do this you need to follow the instructions +3 3 Short Beeps
below:
+2 2 Short Beeps
1. Insert the power cord into a 230-240V AC
+1 1 Short Beep
power outlet and switch the power ‘ON’.
0 (Factory Setting) 1 Short Beep and 1 Long Beep
Note: Although the espresso machine is ON
-1 1 Long Beep
at the power outlet ensure that the actual
-2 2 Long Beeps
espresso machine power is ‘OFF’. Therefore
no lights will be illuminated on the espresso -3 3 Long Beeps
machine control panel.
5. Once you have selected the desired
2. Press and hold down the ‘MANUAL’ button.
temperature, press and hold the ‘MANUAL’
3. While still holding down the ‘MANUAL’ button to save the new setting. A single
button briefly press the ‘POWER’ button long beep will sound to indicate the new
and release all buttons. setting has been saved. The espresso
Note: A series of beeps will indicate the machine will then turn on to ‘READY
current setting. MODE’.
Note: The ‘MANUAL’ button LED will light up Remember: If you do not press the ‘MANUAL’
as will the ‘SINGLE’ and ‘DOUBLE’ buttons. button within 30 seconds the program will
Note: The sequence of beeps will indicate the return to the Factory Setting and the espresso
current setting. machine will then power on and begin
heating up.
30Advanced programming options (continued)
Steam Thermoblock Temperature 4. Press the ‘SINGLE’ button to decrease the
The steam temperature of this espresso steam temperature or to increase the steam
machine has been calibrated to deliver a temperature press the ‘DOUBLE’ button.
powerful and dry steam for texturing milk. Please refer to the chart below.
The temperature of the steam can be Steam Temperature Programming
modified in increments of 2°C up and down
Setting Beep Sequence
should it be desired.
+3 (Factory Setting) 3 Short Beeps
To do this you need to follow the instructions
+2 2 Short Beeps
below:
+1 1 Short Beep
1. Insert the power cord into a 230-240V AC
0 1 Short Beep and 1 Long Beep
power outlet and switch the power ‘ON’.
-1 1 Long Beep
Note: Although the espresso machine is ON
-2 2 Long Beeps
at the power outlet ensure that the actual
-3 3 Long Beeps
espresso machine power is ‘OFF’. Therefore
no lights will be illuminated on the espresso
machine control panel. 5. Once you have selected the desired
temperature, press and hold the ‘HOT
2.Press and hold down the ‘HOT WATER/
WATER/STEAM’ button to save the new
STEAM’ button.
setting. A single long beep will sound to
3. While still holding down the ‘HOT WATER/ indicate the new setting has been saved.
STEAM’ button briefly press the ‘POWER’ The espresso machine will then turn on to
button and release all buttons. ‘READY MODE’.
Note: This activates the programmability of Remember: If you do not press the ‘HOT
the Steam Thermoblock Temperature and WATER/STEAM’ button within 30 seconds
to signal this a series of beeps will follow the program will return to the Factory Setting
and the ‘HOT WATER/STEAM’ button LED and the espresso machine will then power on
will light up. Additionally the ‘SINGLE’ and and begin heating up.
‘DOUBLE’ button LEDS will start to flash.
Note: A series of beeps will indicate the
current setting.
31Advanced programming options (continued)
Steam Wetness or Steam Pump Rate 4. Press the ‘SINGLE’ button to decrease
The steam pump rate of this espresso to decrease the steam pump rate or
machine has been preset. Modifying the to increase the steam rate press the
steam pump rate enables you to make the ‘DOUBLE’ button. Please refer to the chart
steam wetter or dryer and aids in the delivery below.
of a powerful, dry steam - ideal for texturing Steam Pump Rate Programming
milk. The steam pump rate can be modified Setting Beep Sequence
in flow rate increments up or down should it
+3 (Factory Setting) 3 Short Beeps
be desired.
+2 2 Short Beeps
To do this you need to follow the instructions
+1 1 Short Beep
below:
0 1 Short Beep and 1 Long Beep
1. Insert the power cord into a 230-240V AC
-1 1 Long Beep
power outlet and switch the power ‘ON’.
-2 2 Long Beeps
Note: Although the espresso machine is ON
-3 3 Long Beeps
at the power outlet ensure that the actual
espresso machine power is ‘OFF’. Therefore
no lights will be illuminated on the espresso 5. Once you have selected the desired
machine control panel. steam pump rate, press and hold both
the ‘MANUAL’ and ‘HOT WATER/STEAM’
2. Press and hold down both the ‘MANUAL’
buttons to save the new setting. A single
and ‘HOT WATER/STEAM’ buttons.
long beep will sound to indicate the setting
3. While still holding down the ‘MANUAL’ has been saved. The espresso machine will
and ‘HOT WATER/STEAM’ buttons briefly then turn on to ‘READY MODE’.
press the ‘POWER’ button and release all
Remember: If you do not press the ‘MANUAL’
buttons.
and ‘HOT WATER/STEAM’ buttons within
Note: This activates the programmability of 30 seconds the program will return to the
the Steam Pump Rate and to signal this a Factory Setting and the espresso machine
series of beeps will follow and the ‘MANUAL’ will then power on and begin heating up.
and ‘HOT WATER/STEAM’ button LEDS
will light up. Additionally the ‘SINGLE’ and
‘DOUBLE’ button LEDS will start to flash.
Note: A series of beeps will indicate the
current setting.
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