SEVERIN KA5990 Mode D'emploi page 12

be in place.
∙ Turn the rotary control to the 'Heating up' position ( ).
∙ Set the selector button to the 'Steam' position ( ).
∙ The temperature indicator light starts fl ashing.
∙ When the light shows steady, use the insulated ring grip to pull
the steam tube forward and place a heat-resistant jug under
the nozzle. Turn the rotary control to the (
Initially, some excess condensation may be emitted. As
soon as only steam comes out, turn the rotary control to the
'Heating up' position ( ).
∙ The appliance is now ready to froth milk.
∙ Fill the frothing jug with around 50 ml of cold milk.
∙ Use the insulated ring grip to direct the steam tube into the jug.
The hot-water/steam nozzle must be completely submerged in
the milk.
∙ Turn the rotary control to the 'Water/Steam' position (
Steam is now emitted through the nozzle.
∙ Move the jug round with a circular motion, making sure that
the nozzle remains submerged while frothing is in progress.
∙ As soon as the milk appears to be suffi ciently frothy, turn the
rotary control to its neutral position ( ).
∙ Any excess steam is collected in the drip tray.
∙ The hot-water/steam nozzle should be cleaned immediately
after frothing.
Tips for the perfect milk froth
∙ Do not fi ll the frothing jug more than half-full.
∙ The milk should be cold, as this will extend the frothing
time.
∙ Place your hand underneath the container, in such a
way that you have good control over the temperature,
which should not exceed 60 °C. As a general rule,
milk should not be heated over 68 °C, to prevent the
proteins from coagulating, making frothing impossible.
∙ The barista favours a creamy milk froth.
∙ Creamy milk froth tastes signifi cantly better in a
cappuccino, which is traditionally made without cocoa
powder.
Coffee specifi cations
Ristretto
∙ 6-8 g ground coffee
∙ 20 ml water
Espresso
∙ 6-8 g ground coffee
∙ 20-35 ml water
Coffee
∙ 6-8 g ground coffee
∙ 100-125 ml water
Cappuccino
∙ 6-8 g ground coffee
∙ 20-35 ml water
Fill a cappuccino cup with milk froth until it is covered by a little
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'bonnet'.
Latte macchiato
∙ 6-8 g ground coffee
∙ 20-35 ml water
Fill a tall glass a third full with hot milk. Then fi ll it up with hot
) position. milk froth to 2 cm below the rim, wait for about 15 seconds and
then pour in the espresso; in that way, you will achieve the
classic three-layer formation.
General Care and Cleaning
∙ Before cleaning the espresso maker, ensure it is
disconnected from the power supply and has cooled down
completely.
∙ To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not clean the
). appliance with water and do not immerse it in water.
∙ Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions.
∙ All removable parts may be cleaned with warm, soapy water.
∙ The sieve holder and fi lter sieves should be rinsed under
fresh tap water after each cycle of use, and also regularly in
hot soapy water.
∙ Empty the drip tray daily, and clean the drip tray and cup
stand with warm, soapy water.
∙ The exterior housing may be wiped with a dry or slightly
damp, lint-free cloth.
∙ The boiler outlet may be wiped with a moist cloth.
∙ The gasket area around the boiler outlet (at the bayonet
locking socket) should be cleaned using a brush. A hard
brush is recommended.
∙ Empty out any residual water from the container daily and
clean it in hot soapy water at regular intervals.
∙ Under the water container (which must be lifted out) there
is a cleaning tool with 2 wires (one thick, one thin). The
thick wire (STEAM) may be used in the case of a blocked
hot-water/steam nozzle; the thin wire (FILTER) is helpful to
unblock a fi lter sieve. For safe storage, always replace the
cleaning tool under the water container.
∙ The hot-water/steam nozzle should be cleaned immediately
after the frothing process. Wiping the nozzle with a wet cloth
should suffi ce.
∙ If the hot-water/steam nozzle becomes blocked, proceed as
follows:
∙ Unscrew the hot-water/steam nozzle from the steam tube.
∙ Take out the cleaning tool from under the water container.
∙ Replace the nozzle.
∙ If the sieves are still blocked after cleaning them in hot
soapy water, proceed as follows:
∙ Take out the cleaning tool from under the water container.
Descaling
Depending on the water quality (its lime content) in your area
as well as frequency of use, the appliance should be regularly
descaled at 2 to 3 month intervals.
Any warranty claim will be null and void if the appliance
Push the thicker wire through the nozzle opening. Rinse
the nozzle under running water afterwards.
Push the thinner wire through the opening in the base
of the fi lter sieve. Rinse the sieve under running water
afterwards.