Cafe Affetto Automatic Espresso Machine User Manual

Cafe Affetto Automatic Espresso Machine

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING: Read the instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time. Save these instructions for reference. The appliance is designed for domestic use and may only be operated in accordance with these instructions for use. Always handle with care and warn other users of potential danger.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Always follow these safety precautions when using this appliance.

• Read all instructions before using
• Use only a 120 V, 60 Hz standard electrical supply that is properly grounded in accordance with the National Electric Code and local codes and ordinances.
• Make sure the appliance is set up on a flat and steady surface.
• Turn the appliance OFF, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
• Do not use outdoors. Household use only.
• Use this product only for its intended purpose as described in this user manual.
• Use of any accessories not recommended by the manufacturer can cause injuries.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance. DO NOT touch the steam wand after use. Doing so can cause serious burns.
• Make sure the drip tray is always present during use.
• Always use cold water to make coffee in your espresso machine. Warm water or other liquids could cause damage to the coffee maker.
• DO NOT put any liquid other than water in the water tank.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to disassemble, repair, modify, or replace any part of your product.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer. DO NOT replace the power cord on your own.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact GE Appliances at the website listed in the Contact Us section for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
• Use the coffee grinder to grind coffee beans only. DO NOT put coffee grounds in the espresso machine; only put whole coffee beans in the coffee bean container.
• Do not allow children to touch the appliance or the power cord during the operation.

Getting Started

Drip Tray

• Remove the drip tray from the packaging and attach it to the front of the espresso machine, under the coffee spout.
  NOTE: Some magnets will allow the drip tray to attach to the machine.

Water Tank

• Remove the water tank and fill it with water. Replace the machine before using any functions.
• Rinsing Cycle: The machine will rinse automatically at every power-on. After the machine is preheated, it will dispense a small amount of hot water directly into the drip tray. This is to keep the machine clear of coffee residue. The machine will only rinse if it is Powered ON from a cold state.
• NOTE: DO NOT add hot water to the water tank. This could damage the appliance.

Coffee Bean Container

• Lift the lid located on the top of the espresso machine and fill it with coffee beans. Close the lid tightly when finished. Make sure the rubber seal is closed completely.
  NOTE: When grinding is in process, turn the coffee bean dial to your desired grind size.
  NOTE: It may take several tries to get a grind size that best fits your taste. Ready to Use!
• Plug in your espresso machine. The Power button will flash. Press the power button.
• Choose your desired function and enjoy! See the “Using the Espresso Machine” section for instructions of each function.

Components

The steam wand is only available with models C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, and C7CEBBS2RS3

Accessories

Cleaning Kit

Milk Pitcher

NOTE: Milk Pitcher is only included with model C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3

Control Panel

C7CEBAS3RD3, C7CEBAS4RW3, C7CEBAS2RS3

C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3

Functions

Buttons

NOTE: All settings have a default and can be changed through the SmartHQ App.
NOTE: Coffee ground amounts and espresso volumes may vary depending on bean type and machine settings.

Espresso

Espresso is a full-flavored coffee drink served as a concentrated shot. Cappuccinos, Flat Whites, and Lattes are all made with an espresso shot. Default setting: ~ 8- 12 grams of coffee yields ~ 30 mL of espresso (1oz).

Lungo

The Lungo, or “long”. This will create a cup that has double the water and extraction time. Default setting: ~ 8-12 grams of coffee yields ~ 100 mL of espresso (3.5oz). Lungo is only included with model C7CEBAS3RD3, C7CEBAS4RW3, C7CEBAS2RS3. You can change My Cup in the SmartHQ app to Lungo if desired.

Americano

This is a coffee-brew-sized drink. It is made by the addition of hot water over a single shot of espresso. Your machine will brew espresso first, dispose of the used grounds, and pour hot water on top through the same coffee spout. Please wait for all cycles to complete before enjoying your Americano. Default Setting: Brew Espresso (~ 8-12 grams of coffee yields ~ 50 mL [1.5oz]). Add hot water on top (~ 100 mL [3.5oz]).

My Cup

When using the “My Cup” setting, the default is set to a Ristretto. This is similar to an espresso shot but is half the water volume. Often called a “short” espresso. Default Setting: ~ 8-12 grams of coffee yields ~ 15 mL of espresso (½ oz). The My Cup function can only be updated within the SmartHQ app.

Steam

Steam is used to heat up milk (or alternatives) and create microfoam for frothed milk drinks like Lattes and Cappuccinos. Steam is only included with model C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3

CAUTION
To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot steam, do not touch liquids or the steam wand during or after steaming. Do not remove the pitcher until steaming is complete. Hold milk pitcher by the handle.

NOTE: The steam wand rotates to fit your preferred cup size.

Hot Water

The Hot Water function dispenses hot water from the spout or steam wand (C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3). Use this function when hot water is desired. No coffee is used during this function.

Alerts

WiFi

Your espresso machine is WiFi compatible. See page 19 for how to connect and use the SmartHQ app.

Add Water

The Add Water indicator appears when there is no water left in the tank or the tank is removed from the unit. If this occurs during a cycle, simply add water then press the button of the desired
function to continue the current cycle.

Add/Stir Beans

The Add/Stir Beans indicator appears when there are no beans left in the coffee bean container. Add ONLY whole coffee beans to the container.

NOTE: Oily beans are not recommended for automatic espresso machines. If beans do not easily slide down into the grinder, it means oil is present. Please stir beans in the hopper.
NOTE: If the machine runs out of coffee beans in the middle of the cycle, it might terminate the brew or produce a drink of reduced strength. An alert will clear after the beans are refilled and the user restarts a new brew.

Check Brew Unit

Coffee Brewer and/or Service door are not in place or not properly installed. Empty Waste Empty Waste appears after 8 brews. Empty the waste basket and the alert will turn off. If the disposal drawer is open for more than 5 seconds, the counter is reset.

NOTE: Clean out, wash, and dry the Disposal Tray and Drip Tray before long periods of no use.

Descale

The descale alert will appear when it is time to run a descale cycle for best operation and the life span of the machine.

Rinsing

An alert is on during the automatic rinsing function, which occurs on power ON after complete cool down.

Using your Espresso Machine

NOTE: Appearance may vary slightly by model.

Coffee Grinder Knob

Add coffee beans to the coffee bean container. While grinding is occurring, adjust the coffee grinder knob to desired grind size. Align the desired grind circle to the arrow on the grinder top. The smallest circle is the smallest grind size, and the largest circle is the largest grind size. The smaller the grind, the stronger the coffee. This may change if the grind settings are changed in the app.
NOTE: If the machine runs out of coffee beans in the middle of the cycle, it might terminate the brew or produce a drink of reduced strength. An alert will clear after the beans are refilled and the user restarts a new brew.

Removable Steam Wand

The steam wand is removable for easier cleaning. First, unscrew, then pull down. The stainless steel cover is also removable from the steam wand.

Adjustable Steam Wand and Coffee Spout

The steam wand moves from side to side for easier use. The coffee spout moves up and down to accommodate different-sized cups.

Using your Espresso Machine

How to Turn on the Machine

Press the Power button to turn on the machine. The other buttons will appear after the Power button is pressed.

Espresso, Lungo, Americano, and My Cup Functions

NOTE: Make sure you have a coffee cup or container placed under the dispenser before using any function.
To use any function, press the desired button. All other buttons on the control panel will go dark, leaving the desired function and Power buttons illuminated. The espresso machine will start to grind the coffee beans. When the beans are ground, the espresso machine will dispense coffee.

NOTE: Lungo is only available with model C7CEBAS3RD3, C7CEBAS4RW3, C7CEBAS2RS3.
NOTE: The My Cup function can only be adjusted through the SmartHQ app. The default setting is Ristretto. See page 19 for more information on the Smart HQ app and how to connect to the WiFi.

Using your Espresso Machine

Steam and Hot Water

CAUTION: To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot steam, do not touch liquids or the steam wand during or after steaming. Do not remove the pitcher until steaming is complete. Hold milk pitcher by the handle.

NOTE: The Steam function is only available with model C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, C7CEBBS2RS3.
NOTE: Make sure you have a coffee cup or container placed under the steam wand before using either function.

Hot water will dispense when the Hot Water button is pressed. To use the Steam function, press the Steam button to initiate the process. The Steam Wand Light will start flashing. When the water is preheated, the Steam Wand Light will go steady and the Steam button will flash. Insert the Steam Wand into the milk, then press the Steam button to dispense.

NOTE: No coffee beans are used for this function.

NOTE: Hot Water comes out of the steam wand if present. Hot water comes out of the spout for models without the steam wand.

Custom Dispense Amount

Press and hold any of the function buttons for 3 seconds until 2 beeps sound. The machine will begin to dispense for the selected function. To choose a new dispense volume, press the function button again. The machine will stop. 2 more beeps will sound, and the new dispense volume will be set. The machine will return to the idle state.

NOTE: If no custom dispense amount is set, the maximum volume will be the custom dispense amount.

Care and Cleaning

WARNING: Allow heating element to completely cool to avoid risk of fire or injury and disconnect power prior to cleaning or service.
CAUTION
To avoid possible burns to body parts and/or other injury from hot steam, do not touch liquids or steam wand during or after steaming. Do not remove pitcher until steaming is complete. Hold the milk pitcher by the handle.

Cleaning the Espresso Machine

• Unplug the espresso machine from the wall.
• Pour out all leftover water and wash and dry the water tank, drip tray, and disposal tray.
• Wipe down the appliance using the provided microfiber cloth and non-abrasive cleaner.
• DO NOT place any part of the espresso machine in the dishwasher. Hand wash only.

NOTE: When not in use for long periods of time, such as vacation, run the system empty cycle, dry the water tank, and open the water tank lid.

Cleaning the Coffee Brewer and Service Area

The service area will get dirty over time with excess coffee grounds.

• Unplug the espresso machine from the wall.
• Remove the service door located on the side of the appliance by pressing the bottom of the service door.
• To take out the brewer, pinch both orange tabs to release.
• Use the cleaning brush and microfiber cloth provided to wipe away access grounds from the service area and coffee grinder chute as shown.
• Wash the coffee brewer in the sink with warm water. Make sure to air dry or wipe with a microfiber cloth before returning to the unit.
• Make sure to air dry the service area before reassembling the coffee brewer.
• Replace the brewer by pressing the orange tabs again until it locks in place.
• Replace the service door before using the machine. The service door will click into place.

Descaling Process

DO NOT use any cleaning agents not provided with the product or recommended in this manual.

• It is recommended to descale once a month or more, depending on the water hardness. The water hardness strip can be used to measure your water hardness and adjust the frequency
  of the descale alert accordingly under the SmartHQ app.
• The descaling process consists of 2 stages. The descale alert will turn off after the second stage is completed. The whole process is expected to last 30-40 minutes, start to finish.

STAGE 1:

1. Fully fill the water tank.
2.  Add one pack of cleaning solution to the water tank and mix well.
3.  Remove the drip tray and place a 45-oz or larger container under the spout (spouts for Steam units).
4. Press and hold the Hot Water and Steam (for Steam machines) and My Cup and Hot Water for Coffee only Machines for 3 seconds to initiate the descaling process. A single beep sounds, all buttons turn off, and the Descale alert starts to flash.
5. Water starts dispensing into the container.
6. After all water is dispensed, the Descale alert stops flashing, but stays ON. Add Water alert flashes.

STAGE 2:

1. After Stage 1 is complete, remove, rinse, fully refill, and reinstall the water tank. The Add Water alert will go off.
2. Repeat steps 3 to 5 from Stage 1.
3. After all water is dispensed, the Descale alert turns OFF. Add Water alert turns ON.
4. Refill the water tank again. The unit is ready for normal operation.
   NOTE: As an alternative, a 1:1 ratio of water and white vinegar can be used as a cleaning solution for the descaling process.

System Emptying

The System Emptying process empties the system of all water. Use this function when storing the machine for long periods.

• Press and hold the Hot Water and Power buttons together for 3 seconds the initiate the emptying process. Water will empty into the drip tray.
• Remove the water tank. Place a small bowl under both spouts.
• When the cycle ends, the Rinsing button will stop flashing, and the machine will return to the Powered ON state.

Checking Your Water Hardness

Included with the unit is a Water Hardness Test Kit. Please follow the instructions on the package using the water you plan to use to make espresso. Once you have gathered your results, please refer to the SmartHQ app to set your water hardness level.

Tips

• Espresso is often mistakenly thought of as a drink made with darker roast beans. Some coffee roasters even mark their product as “Espresso Coffee”. This is misleading because espresso is mainly distinguished from other coffee drinks by the correct grind size and brew process, not the type, origin, or roast of the coffee beans. Any coffee bean can be used in making your espresso! However, in automatic espresso machines, it is not recommended to use oily beans that most often come from darker roasts. Oil coats the inside components and may affect the usability and lifespan of the machine.
• Use the hot water button to heat up your espresso cup before brewing. Espresso has a very small volume and will cool quicker if brewed in a cold cup.
• Some functions can be adjusted within the SmartHQ App to meet your specific preferences or coffee type. Reference the SmartHQ section on page 19. Your espresso machine can be used to make an unlimited number of espresso-based drinks. Frothed milk drinks like Cappuccinos and Lattes are classics enjoyed by many. Make sure to brew espresso BEFORE using steam. The steam function requires higher temperatures than espresso, and brewing espresso immediately after steaming will affect the taste of the espresso.
• Cappuccino
  This drink is made with espresso, milk, and a large amount of microfoam. Do not fill the milk pitcher above halfway to avoid microfoam overflow during steaming. Frothed milk may be as much as double in volume.
• Latte
  This drink uses espresso and steamed milk with a smaller head of foam.
• How to steam milk:
  NOTE: The Steam function is only included with model C7CEBBS3RD3, C7CEBBS4RW3, and C7CEBBS2RS3.
  1. After the steam is preheated and ready, place the tip of the steam wand right under the surface of the milk at the edge of the milk pitcher at approximately a 45° angle to create a vortex. Start steaming. The longer milk is steamed under the surface, the more microfoam is created. Once the desired amount of microfoam is reached, dip the steam wand lower into the milk and continue to steam until the desired temperature is reached. Place a hand under the pitcher to feel the temperature change. Once the bottom is warm enough to feel uncomfortable, the optimal temperature is achieved.
  2. Large bubbles can be broken into smaller bubbles by lightly tapping of the milk pitcher on the edge of the counter.
     NOTE: To heat up milk, you want to position the steam wand lower into the pitcher to prevent air from entering the milk and creating bubbles. This will result in a steamed milk with a smaller head of foam.

Troubleshooting

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