Manual d'usuari de la màquina de cafè exprés SOWTECH

1. Introducció

Thank you for choosing the SOWTECH Espresso Coffee Machine. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your new coffee machine. Please read it thoroughly before first use and keep it for future reference.

2. Instruccions de seguretat importants

Quan utilitzeu aparells elèctrics, sempre s'han de seguir les precaucions bàsiques de seguretat per reduir el risc d'incendi, descàrrega elèctrica i/o lesions a les persones, incloses les següents:

• Llegeix totes les instruccions.
• No toqueu superfícies calentes. Utilitzeu nanses o poms.
• To protect against fire, electric shock, and personal injury, do not immerse cord, plugs, or coffee machine in water or other liquid.
• És necessària una supervisió estreta quan qualsevol aparell és utilitzat per o a prop dels nens.
• Desendolleu la presa de corrent quan no utilitzeu i abans de netejar. Deixeu refredar abans de posar o treure peces i abans de netejar l'aparell.
• No feu servir cap aparell amb un cable o un endoll danyats o després que l'aparell funcioni malament o s'hagi fet malbé de cap manera.
• L'ús d'accessoris no recomanats pel fabricant de l'aparell pot provocar incendis, descàrregues elèctriques o lesions personals.
• No utilitzar a l'aire lliure.
• No deixeu que el cable pengi de la vora de la taula o del taulell, ni toqui superfícies calentes.
• No col·loqueu-lo sobre o prop d'un cremador de gas o elèctric calent, ni en un forn calent.
• Connecteu sempre primer l'endoll a l'aparell i després el cable a la presa de corrent. Per desconnectar-lo, gireu qualsevol control a la posició "off" i, a continuació, retireu l'endoll de la presa de corrent.
• No utilitzeu l'aparell per a un altre ús que el previst.
• Use only whole milk for frothing for best results.
• The milk frothing tube is equipped with an anti-scald short tube for safety.

3. Components del producte

Familiarize yourself with the parts of your SOWTECH Espresso Coffee Machine:

• Unitat principal: Houses the heating element and controls.
• Botó de control: Used to select brewing or steaming functions.
• Portafiltre: Where coffee grounds are placed.
• Garrafa: Glass carafe with measurement markings for brewed coffee.
• Vareta de vapor: Per escumar llet.
• Safata de degoteig: Recull l'excés de líquid.
• Tritan Cups: Upgraded, impact-resistant cups for safe coffee making.

4. Configuració i primer ús

Before using your coffee machine for the first time, please follow these steps:

1. Desembalar: Traieu amb cura tots els materials d'embalatge i assegureu-vos que hi hagi totes les peces.
2. Neteja: Wash the carafe, filter holder, and removable drip tray in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Wipe the exterior of the machine with a damp tela.
3. Prepara la màquina:
   • Fill the water reservoir with fresh, cold water up to the "4-cup" mark.
   • Place the empty filter holder into the machine and secure it by aligning the handle to the "Lock" position.
   • Col·loqueu la garrafa a la safata de goteig.
   • Connecteu la màquina a una presa de corrent elèctrica amb terra.
   • Turn the control knob to the "Brew" position and allow the machine to run a full cycle with only water. This cleans the internal components.
   • Discard the water and repeat the process once more.
4. El vostre equip ja està llest per al seu ús.

5. Instruccions de funcionament

5.1 Making Espresso Coffee (1-4 Cups)

The SOWTECH Espresso Machine features a simple one-button operation for ease of use.

1. Omplir el dipòsit d'aigua: Open the water tank lid and fill the reservoir with fresh, cold water according to the desired number of cups (1-4 cups, 240ml for 4 cups). Do not exceed the MAX line.
2. Afegeix el marc de cafè: Place the filter into the filter holder. Add medium ground coffee (recommended >0.5mm) to the filter. Do not use fine ground coffee as it may clog the machine.

   

3. Secure Filter Holder: Insert the filter holder into the machine and turn it to the right until the handle aligns with the "Lock" position.

   

4. Col·loca la garrafa: Place the carafe with its lid on the drip tray directly under the filter holder.
5. Comença a fer cervesa: Plug in the machine. Turn the control knob to the "Brew" position. The machine will begin heating and brewing coffee. The 800W advanced heating technology ensures fast brewing.

   

6. Atura la cervesa: Once the desired amount of coffee is brewed, or when the water tank is empty, turn the control knob to the "OFF" position.
7. Servir: Carefully remove the carafe and serve your fresh espresso.

5.2 Escumar llet per a cappuccino/cafè amb llet

The powerful steam wand allows you to create silky, dense milk foam for your favorite milk-based coffee drinks.

1. Preparar la llet: Fill a metal frothing pitcher with cold whole milk. For best results, use cold whole milk.
2. Màquina de calor: Ensure the water reservoir has enough water. Turn the control knob to the "Steam" position. The machine will begin to heat up to generate steam. Wait until the indicator light illuminates, indicating it's ready.
3. Vareta de vapor de purga: Before frothing, briefly open the steam valve to release any condensed water. Close the valve immediately.
4. Escuma de llet: Immerse the steam wand tip just below the surface of the milk. Slowly open the steam valve. Move the pitcher up and down to incorporate air and create foam. Once desired foam consistency is achieved, close the steam valve.
5. Neteja la vareta de vapor: Immediatament després d'espumar, netegeu la boquilla de vapor amb un adhesiu.amp cloth to remove any milk residue. Briefly open the steam valve again to clear any milk from inside the wand.

6. Neteja i Manteniment

Regular cleaning ensures optimal performance and extends the life of your SOWTECH Espresso Coffee Machine.

• Neteja diària:
  • After each use, unplug the machine and allow it to cool.
  • Remove the filter holder and discard used coffee grounds. Wash the filter holder and filter under running water.
  • Empty and clean the carafe.
  • Remove and empty the drip tray. Wash it with warm, soapy water.
  • Netegeu l'exterior de la màquina amb un damp tela.
• Neteja de la vareta de vapor: Always clean the steam wand immediately after frothing milk to prevent milk residue from drying and clogging. Wipe with a damp cloth and briefly purge steam.
• Descalcificació: Depending on water hardness, descaling should be performed every 2-3 months.
  • Prepareu una solució descalcificadora segons les instruccions del fabricant del descalcificador (o utilitzeu una barreja de vinagre blanc i aigua).
  • Ompliu el dipòsit d'aigua amb la solució descalcificant.
  • Place an empty carafe under the filter holder.
  • Turn the machine on and run half of the solution through the brew cycle.
  • Turn the control knob to "Steam" and run the remaining solution through the steam wand.
  • Turn off the machine and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  • Rinse the reservoir and run two full cycles with fresh water to flush out any descaling solution.

7. Solució De Problemes

If you encounter issues with your SOWTECH Espresso Coffee Machine, refer to the table below for common problems and solutions.

8. Especificacions del producte

9. Garantia i Suport

SOWTECH provides the following support for your product:

• Garantia de devolució de 30 dies: Si no esteu satisfets amb la vostra compra.
• Substitució gratuïta durant 1 any: For product defects or malfunctions within one year of purchase.
• Lifetime After-Sales Service: Ongoing support for the lifespan of the product.

For further assistance, please contact SOWTECH customer service.