Frigidaire FREM100SS Steam Espresso Maker User Guide

Frigidaire FREM100SS Steam Espresso Maker

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Read all instructions before using the electric appliance. The following basic precautions should always be followed.

• Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be performed by children without supervision. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is being used by or near children.
• Please keep the appliance and the power cord out of the reach of children.
• After unpacking the appliance, keep the packaging material out of reach of children.
• This appliance is intended for normal household use only.
• Check that the supply voltage is the same as the product label before connecting it.
• Unplug the appliance and allow it to cool before cleaning.
• Do not use the appliance if the plug, the main cord, or the appliance itself is damaged. Always make sure that the plug is inserted properly into a wall outlet.
• Regularly inspect the appliance and power cord. If the power cord is damaged or broken, it must be replaced by a service agent or similarly qualified persons to avoid safety hazards.
• Always return the appliance to an authorised service center for examination or repair. Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
• Keep the power cord away from hot surfaces or sharp objects to avoid damage. Do not use an extension cord. Do not use an outlet under the counter.
• Do not excessively pinch, bend, twist, or place heavy objects on the power cord to prevent exposing or breaking its shielding. Do not use the electrical cord to pull or drag the product.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Always attach the plug to the appliance first, then plug the cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the unit off, then unplug it from the wall outlet.
• Never unplug the product from the outlet by pulling on the electrical cable; use the plug.
• The accessible surfaces may become hot during use. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles. Keep hair and clothing away from the heated parts of the appliance.
• Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. Do not use outdoors.
• Always place the appliance on a flat, level surface.
• To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, do not immerse the cord, plugs, or any other part of the appliance in water or other liquid.
• Do not remove the water tank during the brewing cycle, as scalding may occur.
• Do not remove the filter holder during the brewing process or when there’s steam/hot water flowing from the filter holder as the appliance is pressurised.
• Release pressure through the hot water/steam nozzle before removing the filter holder.
• The heating element surface is subject to residual heat.
• When the steam function is used, there can be some hot water dripping from the brewing head. DANGER! The water is hot; there is a risk of scalding.
• When operating the steam knob, there is a shot of hot water coming out. Be careful and open the steam valve slowly. DANGER! The water is hot; there is a risk of scalding.
• Do not exceed the maximum filling volume as indicated on the appliance.
• Fill the water tank only with cold water, never with milk or other liquids. Always use fresh water to brew espresso to promise the best taste.
• Do not use the appliance if the water tank is empty.
• Do not use the appliance without the drip tray or drip grid, unless a larger cup/mug is in use.
• This appliance is intended for domestic/normal household use only. Not for commercial use. Do not use outdoors. Do not use the appliance for anything other than the intended use. The manufacturer cannot accept any liability for possible damage caused by improper or incorrect use.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
• This appliance is not intended to be used in household and similar applications, such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments; farm houses;
• by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments; bed and breakfast type environments.
• This appliance has a polarised plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarised outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

FEATURES

CONTROLS & OPERATION

Getting Started

1. Place the machine on a flat surface. The Power Indicator button lights up once the machine is plugged in. Remove the water tank and pull out the orange water stopper from the bottom. Fill up the water tank with fresh, cold water and replace it at the back of the unit. Put filter cup (F) into filter holder (H) and turn counter-clockwise from INSERT to LOCK position. Make sure the steam knob (O) is at the OFF (horizontal) position.
2. Press the power button. The cup buttons blink for up to 40 seconds while the unit warms up.
3. Preheating is complete when the buttons stop blinking. Press the Single or double-shot button to start the brewing process. NOTE: When water is pumped through the machine for the first time, you may hear some noise as any air inside the machine is released. This process lasts about 20 seconds.
4. Once the brew cycle is finished, turn the Filter Holder (H) clockwise to remove. The machine is now ready to use.

NOTE: The machine enters standby after 20 minutes of inactivity.

NOTE: Perform steps 1–4 twice before using the machine for the first time.

Make Espresso

1. Put the one-shot filter (F) or the two-shot filter (G) into the filter holder. Add one spoon of ground espresso for each shot and press it tight with a tamper (I) or thumb.
2. Turn the Filter Holder counter-clockwise from the INSERT to the LOCK position to attach it to the brewing head. If the handle will not lock or is hard to push into the lock position, remove some grounds from the filter and try again. The filter handle should easily move into the lock position.
3. Put a warm cup no taller than 3.5″ on the drip tray. When the Power and Cup buttons are solid, press either the One or Two-cup button to start brewing.
4. The espresso will flow out after a short moment. Wait 10 seconds for the espresso to stop dripping and remove your cup. NOTE: Buttons will blink if the boiler is too hot as a warning that it needs to cool down.
5. To brew another shot, follow steps 1–4, but be aware that brewing can only restart once the boiler has cooled. Turn the Steam knob from the steam position and release hot water from the steam nozzle. The pump shuts off once cooled. Turn the knob off to resume brewing.

Make Hot Water

1. In Ready Mode, when the Power and Cup buttons are lit, turn the Steam knob to the on position for hot water to come out of the steam nozzle.
2. Turn the knob to the off position when the desired amount is reached.

Froth Milk and Make Cappuccino/Latte

1. Fill a pitcher with 3.4 oz (100 ml for cappuccino) or 6.75 oz (200 ml for latte) milk.
2. Press the Steam button when in Ready mode. The Steam button starts blinking while the water is heating up.
3. The Steam button stops blinking once the froth function is ready. Before frothing the milk, ensure the Steam nozzle is over the drip tray. Turn the Steam knob to the steam position and release steam until no water comes out, then turn the Steam knob to the OFF position.
4. Place the pitcher under the steam nozzle and immerse it in milk about 1/4″ before turning on the knob. Make sure the steam nozzle is positioned so the milk turns in one direction in the pitcher from top to bottom.
5. Turn off the knob and remove the pitcher when the desired level of foam is reached.
6. Pour the frothed milk into the prepared espresso. Sweeten to taste and sprinkle the froth with cocoa powder if desired.

NOTE: After using the steam function, make sure the boiler has cooled. Press either of the cup buttons to brew again. If both cup buttons rapidly blink when pressed, allow the boiler to cool down, then attempt to brew again.

Favorites/Volume

1. In Ready mode, when the Power and Cup buttons are lit, press and hold the cup buttons for 3 seconds to enter reset mode. Press a cup button to set the volume, then press again to confirm and save the volume level.
2. Press and hold the cup buttons for 3 seconds to restore factory volume settings.

CARE & CLEANING

Cleaning

1. Turn the machine off and unplug the power cord. Let the machine cool down completely before cleaning. Wipe all outer surfaces with a damp cloth.
2. Clean the water tank (L), drip tray (Q), and drip grid (P) regularly. Never use caustic or abrasive cleaners, and never immerse the machine in liquid. Do not put components in the dishwasher.
3. Turn the Filter Cup Holder (H) clockwise to detach. Clean out any coffee residue, then remove the Filter Cup from the Filter Holder. Rinse all parts with clean water and dry thoroughly.

Descaling

1. Descaling is recommended when all indicators blink 5 times with 5 beeps when powering the machine on. The descaling warning will repeat 2 more times each time you turn on the appliance if you do not perform descaling or cancel.
2. Add 10 oz (300 ml) of water to the water tank, then add a descaling agent. You can also use a 1:1 water and vinegar solution.
3. In Ready mode, when the Power and Cup buttons are lit, long-press the Two Cup and Steam Buttons for 3 seconds to start the descaling process. The Cup and Steam buttons will blink slowly during descaling. The machine will return to stand-by mode once descaling completes.

TROUBLESHOOTING

LIMITED WARRANTY

Your appliance is covered by a one-year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of delivery, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.

Exclusions

This warranty does not cover the following:

1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or that cannot be readily determined.
2. The Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.
5. Products used in a commercial setting.
6. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use, or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
7. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you on how to use your appliance.
8. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
9. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, other consumables, or knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
10. Pickup and delivery costs; your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home.
11. Surcharges, including, but not limited to, any after-hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of the appliance or home incurred during transportation or installation, including but not limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorised service companies; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorised service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE

AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES, RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

If You Need Service

Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below. This warranty only applies in the USA, Puerto Rico, and Canada. In the USA and Puerto Rico, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorises no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorised service company. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. Visit Frigidaire.com if you need any help.

USA & Puerto Rico
1-800 374 4432
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
10200 David Taylor Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262

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