Troubleshooting - Hamilton Beach 40715 Manual Del Usuario

Troubleshooting

POTENTIAL PROBLEM
Espresso will not flow out.
Machine is noisy when
operating.
Espresso is too weak.
Espresso is too
strong or bitter.
Difficult to froth milk.
Steam runs out too quickly.
PROBABLE CAUSE
• Is the water reservoir empty?
• Is the water reservoir properly fitted into position?
• Make sure that the coffee grounds are not overpacked in the filter.
• Is filter holder properly fitted into the espresso maker?
• Clean the filter, filter holder, and brew head.
• Is the water reservoir empty?
• Is the water reservoir properly fitted into position?
• Is the filter holder properly fitted into position?
• Always use fresh espresso ground coffee and tamp the ground coffee down firmly.
• The longer the brew time, the weaker the espresso (1 serving = 1 to 1-1/2 ounces).
• Be sure there is sufficient ground coffee in the filter.
• Coffee grounds are too coarse.
• Try a different brand or roast of coffee.
• Ensure steam control dial is OFF . If the steam control dial was left on, the water may have been too hot.
Rotate steam control dial counterclockwise to release steam into a frothing cup or pitcher and allow appli-
ance to cool. Then repeat steps in the section How to Use.
• Too much espresso ground was used.
• Grounds were too fine.
• Brew longer before pressing espresso button to OFF .
• Try different a different brand or roast of coffee.
• Use the Hamilton Beach Custom Grind
• Always use fresh, cold milk (skim milk is recommended).
• Use a cold, stainless steel cup and move the cup slightly up and down while frothing.
• Clean the frothing nozzle.
• Make sure that the steam button is depressed and that the temperature/ready light is on.
• Trying to froth too much milk; reduce amount of milk in cup.
• Reprime the pump. See Before First Use on page 4.
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