Aigostar Espresso Portafilter Machine User Manual

1. Introducció

Thank you for choosing the Aigostar Espresso Portafilter Machine. This versatile coffee maker is designed to deliver barista-quality espresso at home, compatible with both ground coffee and NES* Original capsules. Featuring a powerful 20 Bar pressure pump, a user-friendly digital touch panel, and a milk frothing system, it allows you to prepare a wide range of coffee beverages with ease. Please read this manual carefully before use to ensure safe and optimal operation.

2. Informació de seguretat

• Llegiu totes les instruccions abans d'utilitzar l'aparell.
• No submergiu l'aparell, el cable d'alimentació ni l'endoll en aigua ni en altres líquids.
• Assegureu-vos que el voltage indicat a l'electrodomèstic correspon a la vostra xarxa local voltage abans de connectar.
• Mantenir l'aparell fora de l'abast dels nens.
• Always place the appliance on a stable, flat, heat-resistant surface.
• Do not operate the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the appliance malfunctions or is damaged in any way.
• Aneu amb compte quan manipuleu superfícies calentes i vapor.

3. Contingut del paquet

Si us plau, comproveu que tots els elements siguin presents i en bon estat:

• Aigostar Espresso Portafilter Machine
• 1x Measure Spoon
• 1x One Cup Filter for Single Shot
• 1x Two Cup Filter for Double Shot
• 1x Portafilter (for ground coffee)
• 1x Capsule Coffee Portafilter (for NES* Original Capsules)

4. Producte acabatview

Tauler de control

• Interruptor d'alimentació: Encén/apaga la màquina.
• One Cup Button: Brews a single shot of espresso.
• Two Cup Button: Brews a double shot of espresso.
• Steam Milk Button: Activates the milk frothing function.
• Botó de càpsula de cafè: Brews coffee using a capsule.

Altres Components

• 0.9L Capacity Water Tank: Extraïble per facilitar el reompliment.
• Safata de degoteig extraïble: Fàcil de desmuntar i netejar.
• Stainless Steel Filter: Includes filters for single shot, double shot, and capsule coffee.
• Graella escalfador de tasses: Preheats cups to keep espresso warm.
• Vareta de vapor: Per escumar llet.

5. Configuració

1. Desembalar: Traieu amb cura tots els materials d'embalatge i els accessoris.
2. Neteja: Wash the water tank, portafilter, and filters with warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
3. Omplir el dipòsit d'aigua: Remove the water tank from the back of the machine, fill it with fresh, cold water up to the MAX line, and place it back securely.



4. Encès: Plug the machine into a suitable power outlet. Press the Power Switch button on the LCD touch panel to turn on the machine. The machine will begin heating.
5. Cicle d'esbandida inicial: Before first use, perform a rinse cycle without coffee. Fill the water tank, attach an empty portafilter, place a cup, and press the 'Two Cup' button. Let the water run through. Repeat for the steam wand by activating the steam function. This cleans the internal components.

6. Instruccions de funcionament

6.1 Brewing Espresso (Ground Coffee)

1. Assegureu-vos que la màquina estigui engegada i preescalfada.
2. Insert the desired stainless steel filter (one-cup or two-cup) into the ground coffee portafilter.
3. Add finely ground coffee to the filter. Use the measure spoon to ensure the correct amount. Tamp the coffee evenly and firmly.
4. Attach the portafilter to the brewing head by aligning it and twisting it firmly to the right until it locks.
5. Place your cup(s) on the drip tray beneath the portafilter. For taller cups, the lower part of the drip tray can be removed.



6. Press the 'One Cup' or 'Two Cup' button on the control panel to start brewing. The machine will automatically stop when the desired volume is reached.
7. Un cop finalitzada la infusió, retireu amb cura el portafiltre i llenceu els mòlts de cafè utilitzats.

6.2 Brewing Espresso (Capsules)

1. Assegureu-vos que la màquina estigui engegada i preescalfada.
2. Insert the capsule coffee portafilter into the brewing head.
3. Place a compatible NES* Original capsule into the capsule portafilter.
4. Attach the capsule portafilter to the brewing head by aligning it and twisting it firmly to the right until it locks.
5. Place your cup on the drip tray beneath the portafilter.
6. Press the 'Capsule Coffee' button on the control panel to start brewing. The machine will automatically stop.
7. Once brewing is complete, carefully remove the capsule portafilter and discard the used capsule.

6.3 Escuma de llet

1. Ompliu una gerra de llet amb llet freda (làctica o no làctica).
2. Position the steam wand over the drip tray and press the 'Steam Milk' button on the control panel. Wait for the steam indicator light to illuminate, indicating it's ready.
3. Submerge the tip of the steam wand just below the surface of the milk. Turn the steam control knob on the side of the machine to activate steam.
4. Move the pitcher up and down to create foam. Once desired foam is achieved, turn the steam control knob off.
5. Netegeu immediatament la vareta de vapor amb aiguaamp drap per evitar que s'assequin els residus de llet.

6.4 Escalfador de tasses

Place your espresso cups on the cup warmer grill located on top of the machine. This helps to preheat the cups, ensuring your espresso stays warm longer and tastes better.

6.5 Vídeo de demostració del producte

7. Manteniment

Una neteja i un manteniment regulars allargaran la vida útil de la teva màquina d'espresso i garantiran una qualitat de cafè constant.

• Safata de degoteig: Empty and clean the removable drip tray daily. Wash with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
• Portafiltres i filtres: After each use, remove the portafilter and discard coffee grounds/capsules. Rinse the portafilter and filters under running water. For a deeper clean, use a small brush to remove any stubborn coffee residue.
• Vareta de vapor: Immediatament després d'escumar la llet, netegeu la boquilla de vapor amb un drap.amp cloth. Briefly activate the steam function to purge any milk residue from inside the wand.
• Dipòsit d'aigua: Remove and clean the water tank periodically with warm soapy water. Rinse well to remove any soap residue.
• Descalcificació: Over time, mineral deposits can build up in the machine. Descale your machine regularly (e.g., every 2-3 months, depending on water hardness) using a suitable descaling solution. Follow the instructions provided with your descaling product.
• Exterior: Netegeu l'exterior de la màquina amb un damp drap. No utilitzeu productes de neteja abrasius ni submergiu la màquina en aigua.

8. Solució De Problemes

9. Especificacions

10. Consells d'usuari

• Preheat Your Cups: For the best espresso experience, always preheat your cups on the cup warmer grill. This helps maintain the temperature of your espresso for longer.
• Aigua dolça: Always use fresh, cold water in the water tank for optimal taste.
• Mida de la mòlta: Experiment with different coffee grind sizes. A finer grind is generally better for espresso, but too fine can lead to slow extraction or clogging.
• Tamping: Apply consistent and firm pressure when tamping ground coffee to ensure even extraction.

11. Garantia i Suport

Your Aigostar Espresso Portafilter Machine comes with a manufacturer's warranty. For detailed warranty information, service, or technical support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or contact Aigostar customer service directly. Keep your proof of purchase for any warranty claims.