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Instruction
& Recipe
Booklet
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always
read the instruction book carefully before using.
Slim Espresso
Machine
EM-160 SERIES
ESPRESSO BAR™
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Important
Safeguards
We at Cuisinart are very safety conscious. We design
and manufacture consumer products with the safety
of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind.
In addition we ask that you exercise a degree of care
when using electrical appliances and adhere to the
following precautions.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
1. CAREFULLY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
OPERATING APPLIANCE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
2. To protect against re, electrical shock, and injury
to persons, do not immerse the appliance, cord,
or plug in water or any other liquid.
3. This appliance is for household use only.
4. Do not use this appliance for anything other than
its intended use.
5. Do not leave the appliance unattended when
in use.
6. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
7. Always use the appliance on a dry, level surface.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls o, then remove
plug from power outlet.
9. Do not place this appliance on or near a hot gas or
electric burner, or where it could touch a heated
oven.
10. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of
a table or counter, touch hot surfaces, or become
knotted.
11. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by Cuisinart may cause a risk
of injury to persons, re, or electrical shock.
12. Strictly follow cleaning and care instructions.
13. Do not use outdoors.
14. An extension cord is not recommended. However,
if one is needed, the extension cord should be a
grounded type and its electrical rating must be the
same or higher wattage as the appliance. Regularly
inspect the supply cord, plug, and actual appliance
for any damage. If damaged in any way,
immediately cease use of the appliance and call
Cuisinart Customer Service at 1-800-726-0190.
15. Refer servicing to qualied personnel.
16. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged
cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions
or has been damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to the nearest authorized service facility
for examination, repair, or adjustment.
17. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking
o parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
18. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance
garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in
an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from
the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create
a risk of re, especially if the appliance touches
the walls of the garage or the door touches the
unit as it closes.
19. 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 have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
20. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
21. The heating element surface is subject to residual
heat after use.
22. User Maintenance instruction shall warn a user
that any other servicing should be performed by
an authorized service representative.
23. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during
the brewing cycles.
24. WARNING: To avoid the risk of injury, do not open
the brew chamber during the brew process.
25. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet.
Never pull from the power cord.
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Save These
Instructions
For Household
Use Only
Warning: Risk of Fire
or Electric Shock
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sucient magnitude to constitute a risk
of re or electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Special Safety Instructions
1. Use only cold water in the water reservoir.
Do not use any other liquid.
2. Never use the machine without water in it.
3. Ensure the portalter holder is rmly secured when
using the machine.
4. Never remove the portalter holder during the
brewing operation as the machine is under pressure.
WARNING: To avoid the risk of injury, do not open the
brew chamber during the brew process.
NOTE: For safety reasons it is recommended you plug
your Cuisinart appliance directly into the power outlet.
Use in conjunction with a power strip or extension cord
is not recommended.
Special Cord Set
Instructions
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the
risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping
over a longer cord.
Longer extension cords are available and may be used
if care is exercised in their use.
If a long extension cord is used, the marked electrical
rating of the extension cord must be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the appliance, and the longer
cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over
the countertop or tabletop, where it can be pulled on
by children or tripped over.
Notice
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this plug will t in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied
electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
When brewing coee into a travel mug, you will need
to remove the drip tray.
NOTE: There may be water found in the drip tray as
a result from normal brewing
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Contents
Important Safeguards ........................ 2
Unpacking Instructions ....................... 4
The Quest for the Perfect Cup of Espresso ...... 5
Features and Benefits......................... 6
Getting to Know Your Control Panel............ 7
Accessories .................................. 8
Charcoal Water Filter ......................... 9
Preparing Your Espresso Machine.............. 9
Programming Your Espresso Machine ........ 10
Guide to the Perfect Espresso ................ 11
Cold Extraction ............................. 12
Guide to Milk Texturing ..................... 12
Using the Hot Water Function ................ 13
Cleaning and Maintenance ................... 13
Warranty ................................... 15
Recipes .................................... 17
Important Unpacking
Instructions
1. Place the box on a large, sturdy, at surface.
2. Remove literature.
3. Turn the box so that the back side of the box is
face down and slide the inner contents out on to a
at surface.
4. After the unit has been removed, place the box out
of the way and lift o the top polyfoam insert.
5. Remove the Portalter, Frothing Pitcher, Tamper
and Scoop Tool from the packaging in the unit.
The Cleaning Pin is stored in the underside of the
Tamper and Scoop Tool.
6. Unwrap the Portalter and place to the side.
NOTE: The Portalter is packed with the Double
Shot Espresso Filter in place.
7. The Single Shot Espresso Filter is packed inside
the Frothing Pitcher. Remove all pieces from
packing material.
NOTE: Accessories packed inside include the Frothing
Pitcher, Tamper and Scoop Tool, Cleaning Pin and
Single Shot Espresso Filter. See page 8 of the
instruction manual for reference.
8. Remove the espresso machine from the polyfoam
and remove the polybag covering the machine.
9. Place unit on a at surface and remove all other
packaging materials and tape.
NOTE: Charcoal Water Filter and Water Filter Holder
are stored inside the water tank.
We suggest you save all packing materials in the
event that future shipping of the machine is needed.
KEEP ALL PLASTIC BAGS AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
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The Quest for The Perfect
Cup of Espresso
It is generally agreed that there are four basic
elements critical to the perfect cup of espresso:
Element 1: Water
When brewing espresso, make sure the water ows
through the lter at the correct pace. The water ow
can be adjusted by varying the pressure with which
the coee is tamped (pressed down) in the lter
or by altering the grind of the coee. If the speed
of the water ow is too slow, the coee will be
overextracted and will be very dark and bitter, with
a spotted and uneven crema (froth) on the top. If the
speed of the water ow is too fast, the coee will be
underextracted and the supreme avor will not
develop. The coee will be diluted and there will be
an inadequate amount of crema on the top.
Element 2: Coffee
While the bulk of the liquid is water, all of the avor
should be from the coee. To achieve the same great
quality of espresso you receive at a café, you need to
use the same quality beans. If you choose to grind
your own beans, buy the beans fresh and whole, only
about a two-week supply at a time for maximum
freshness. Once the coee bean is broken, its avor
degrades very quickly. If it is not practical to buy
smaller supplies, we recommend you separate larger
amounts of beans and store them in airtight
containers in a cool, dry area. They should not be
kept for longer than 1 month as avor will diminish.
Do not refrigerate or freeze coee beans.
Element 3: Grind
The grind of the coee is critical for proper avor
extraction. If using a pre-ground coee, be sure to
purchase an espresso grind that is specically for
espresso/cappuccino machines. If the grind is too
ne, overextraction and bitterness will occur with a
spotted and uneven crema on the top. If the grind is
too coarse, the water will pass through too rapidly,
and there will be an inadequate amount of
crema on the top of the espresso.
Element 4: Tamping the Coffee
Grounds
If you choose to use ground coee, tamping
the coee is a very important part of the espresso
making process. Using the provided tamping tool,
tamp (press down) the grounds with moderate
pressure. Add more coee and tamp again if
necessary to bring coee to level. Do not overll
the espresso lter. If the coee is not tamped
securely, there is a chance that the water will ow
through
the coee too rapidly and the coee will be
underextracted. If the coee is tamped too rmly,
the water will ow through the coee too slowly
and the coee will be overextracted and may
overow through the portalter.
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Features and Benefits
1. Cup-Warming Plate
Used to warm the espresso cups
2. Control Panel
See detailed illustration on page 7.
3. Brew Head
For easy t of the Bottomless Portalter. Has two
positions, lock and unlock, for ease of cleaning.
4. Bottomless Portalter
5. Water Reservoir Lid
6. Removable 51-ounce Water Reservoir
7. Steam/Hot Water Wand
Use to steam milk for cappuccinos and lattes or
dispense hot water.
8. Adjustable Drip Tray Upper Position
Re-position drip tray here to accommodate
smaller cups.
9. Removable Drip Tray Plate
Removes for easy cleaning.
10. Removable Drip Tray
Removes for easy cleaning and positioning
of smaller cups.
11. 15-Bar Pump (not shown)
Up to 15 bars of pressure for balanced extraction.
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Getting to Know Your
Control Panel
1. Power/O Button
Use to turn the espresso machine on and o.
Illuminates when pressed.
2. Cold Button
Used to activate the cold extraction function.
3. Single Dose Button
Use for a single serving of espresso.
4. Double Dose Button
Use for a double serving of espresso.
5. Clean/Descale Indicator
6. Add Water Indicator
7. Steam/Hot Water Knob
Use to activate/deactivate steam or hot water.
7A. ON Position
Use to activate steam or hot water.
7B. OFF position
Use to deactivate steam or hot water.
8. Steam Button
Press to preheat and use Steam function. Button
lights up when steam function is ready for use.
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7B
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Accessories
1. Frothing Pitcher
2. Bottomless Portalter
3. Single Shot Espresso Filter
Use for a single espresso.
4. Double Shot Espresso Filter
Use for a double espresso.
5. Cleaning Pin
6. Charcoal Water Filter Holder
7. Charcoal Water Filter
8. Tamper and Scoop Tool
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Preparing Your
Espresso Machine
Place the espresso machine on a dry, stable
countertop or other surface where you will be
using the machine.
IMPOR
TANT: For first-time use or if the machine has
not been used for some time, it is important that
the machine is rinsed. See instructions outlined
below.
Remove the red plug from the bottom of the water
reservoir.
Insert Drip Tray
Slide the Drip Tray into position, ensuring the Drip
Tray and Drip Tray Plate are securely in place.
Add Water
To fill the espresso machine with water, simply
remove the Water Reservoir from the unit by lifting
it up away from the unit and fill with cold or filtered
water. Replace the reservoir back on to the unit,
making sure it is firmly in place. The reservoir can
also be filled by simply opening the lid and filling it
with water.
NOTE: The unit will not function unless the Water
Reservoir is properly in place and has water in the
reservoir.
Run a Rinse Cycle
1. Insert the plug into a power outlet. Press the
Power/Off Button once to turn the espresso
machine on. The light around the power button
will light to indicate that your espresso machine is
on. The Single and Double Dose buttons will
breathe slowly to indicate that your espresso
machine is heating up.
Charcoal Water Filter
Inserting the Water Filter
• Remove the filter from polybag and soak it,
fully immersed, in cold tap water for 15
minutes.
• Lift the water filter holder out of the water
reservoir.
• Press down on the filter
compartment and pull
toward you to open.
• Place filter into the holder
and snap it closed.
Be careful – improper
placemen
t can tear the filter
skin.
• Flush filter by running cold
tap water through holes in
bottom of compartment for
10 seconds.
• Allow the filter to drain completely.
• Slide the water filter holder back into the
channel in the water reservoir, pushing it down
to the base of the reservoir.
NOTE: We recommend changing the water filter
every 60 days or after 60 uses, and more often
if you have hard water.
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eplacement filters can be purchased in stores,
by calling Cuisinart Customer Service, or at www
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cuisinart.com.
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NOTE: Before turning on the espresso machine,
make sure that the Steam/Hot Water Knob is in the
OFF position.
2.
Make sure the Drip Tray and Drip Tray Plate are
in place.
3.
Make sure water has been added to the water
reservoir
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NOTE: If the water reservoir is empty, the unit will
not function. The ADD WATER indicator will
illuminate until the reservoir is filled.
4. Fit the Bottomless Portafilter with either the
Single or Double Shot Espresso Filter. Secure
the portafilter handle to the brew head.
5.
Place a sufficiently large container under the
Bottomless Portafilter.
6. Press the Single Dose Button and allow the water
to run through for approximately 20 to 25 seconds.
NOTE: If there is no water out from brew head, place
a container under steam wand. Turn the Steam/Hot
Water knob to ‘on’ position to allow the water to run
through for approximately 20 t0 25 seconds. Then
turn the Steam/Hot Water knob to ‘off’ position.
Programming Your
Espresso Machine
The Cuisinart Espresso Bar™ Espresso Machine
has programming capabilities. Based on café
se
ttings, the Single and Double Dose buttons are set
at 1.0 and 2.0 oz. However, by following a few simple
steps, you can program your perfect serving size as
desired. See Default/Programmable Setting chart
on page 11 for reference.
Programming Single Espresso
1. Fit the Bottomless Portalter with the Single Shot
Espresso Filter and ll with nely ground espresso.
Using the tamping tool, tamp the coee grounds.
Secure the portalter to the brew head.
2. Place a cup under the Bottomless Portalter.
3. To begin programming, press and hold the Single
Dose Button for 3 seconds, until the Single Dose
Button light starts breathing. The espresso machine
will start the espresso pour.
4. Allow the espresso to pour until it reaches the
desired level. Once that is reached, stop the
espresso pour by releasing the Single Dose Button.
The Single Dose Button will ash 5 times and a
beep will signify that the new setting for single
espresso operation has been programmed and
stored into the machine’s memory.
5. The espresso machine will then return to normal
operation mode and is ready to make another
espresso at the push of a button.
Programming Double Espresso
1. Fit the Bottomless Portalter with the Double
Shot Espresso Filter and ll with nely ground
coee. Using the tamping tool, tamp the coee
grounds. Secure the portalter to the brew head.
2. Place a cup under the Bottomless Portalter.
3. To begin programming, press and hold the Double
Dose Button for 3 seconds, until the Double Dose
Button light starts breathing. The espresso machine
will start the espresso pour.
Single
Double
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4. Allow the espresso to pour until it reaches the
desired level. Once that level is reached, stop the
espresso pour by releasing the Double Dose
Button. The Double Dose Button will ash 5 times
and a beep will signify that the new setting for
double espresso operation has been programmed
and stored into the machine’s memory.
5. The espresso machine will then return to normal
operation mode and is ready to make another
espresso at the push of a button.
Resetting the Factory Settings
To revert to the original factory settings:
1. Press and hold down the Power/O Button and
Cold Button for approximately 3 seconds or 1 beep
sound. Power/O, Cold, Single Dose, and Double
Dose Buttons lights will ash 1 time.
2. The espresso machine has now returned to the
original factory settings. The default programming
for each function will be used for the next brew.
See chart below for default settings by function
for reference.
Default
Program
Settings
Amount
Programmable
Range
Brew
Volume
Single 1.0 oz.
1.0 oz. - 2.7 oz.
Double 2.0 oz.
1.7 oz. - 4.0 oz.
3. The espresso machine will then return to normal
operation mode and is ready to make another
espresso at the push of a button.
Guide to the Perfect
Espresso
1. Placing cups on the warming plate before brewing
will help preserve the crema of the espresso.
Remove cups when ready to brew.
2. Select the appropriate lter and insert it
into the
Bottomless Portalter.
Use the Single Shot Espresso
Filter
for a single espresso, and
the Double Shot
Espresso Filter for a double espresso.
3. Using the coee scoop, spoon nely ground coee
in the lter. Use 2 scoops for single espresso and
3 scoops for double espresso.
TIP: If portalter seems to be getting overlled,
gently tap the portalter on counter to level the
grounds.
4. Using the tamping tool, apply a moderate packing
pressure.
IMPORTANT: Be sure not to overll the lter
with coee as this can cause the portalter
to overow.
Single Dose: recommended 7-9g
Double Dose: recommended 13-15g
NOTE: Check to see that the espresso machine is ready
for use. Remember that if the Power/O Button light is
solid and the Cold, Single Dose, Double Dose and
Steam Buttons lights are solid, the espresso machine is
on and is heating up and ready to brew coee.
Single
Double
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5. Brush any excess coee grounds from around
the edge of the lter.
6. Secure the portalter to the brew head.
7. Place a cup under the portalter.
8. Press the Single or Double Dose Button to begin
brewing. Pour will start and stop automatically
after programmed volume of espresso has been
served. To stop the pour manually before the end,
press the Single or Double Dose Button again.
9. Check the espresso pour. The ideal pour is dark
and caramel with reddish reections.
10. Serve espresso immediately.
11. Remove the Bottomless Portalter from the
brew head.
12. Discard the used coee grounds.
Cold Extraction
Cold extraction pulls a heatless shot that uses
ambient-temperature water to extract the full avor
of the coee. Convenient for on-the-go lattes or cold
coee drinks.
1. Follow steps 3-7 under Guide to the Perfect
Espresso on page 11.
2. Press the Cold Button. The Single and Double Dose
Buttons lights will ash until desired size is chosen.
NOTE: Cold double brew. is 3.45 ounces and cold
double brew is 5 ounces.
3. For on-the-go drinks, remove the drip tray and
place your travel mug under the brew head instead
of the a cup.
Sleep Mode
After 30 minutes of nonuse, the espresso machine
will automatically power o.
Guide to Milk Texturing
Milk texturing is the steaming of milk. The steam
does two things: It heats the milk and mixes air with
the milk to form a foamy texture. As with learning to
make an espresso, perfecting the art of milk texturing
takes time and practice.
1. Determine how much milk is needed based on the
number of cups being made.
TIP: Keep in mind that the volume of milk will
increase during the texturing.
2. Pour cold refrigerated milk into the stainless
Frothing Pitcher, approximately half full, but not
over the MAX mark.
3. Press the Steam Button to turn on the Steam
function.
4. Swing the Steam/Hot Water Wand over the drip
tray.
5. When the Steam Button light becomes solid, the
steam function is activated. Turn the Steam/Hot
Water Knob to the ON position. Once any water has
been purged, stop the steam by turning the Steam/
Hot Water Knob to the OFF position.
6. Swing the Steam/Hot Water Wand to the side
of the espresso machine.
7. Place the Steam/Hot Water Wand into the milk so
that the nozzle is about a half-inch below the
surface and activate the steam function by turning
the Steam/Hot Water Knob to the ON position.
8. Angle the pitcher so that the Steam/Hot Water
Wand is resting on the spout of the pitcher, and
lower the pitcher until the tip of the steam nozzle
is just below the surface of the milk. This will start
to create a whirlpool action in the milk.
NOTE: Do not allow the steam to spurt unevenly
or it will create aerated froth/large bubbles. If this is
happening, raise the pitcher so that the steam nozzle
is lowered farther into the milk.
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9. As the steam heats and textures the milk, the
level of the milk in the pitcher will begin to rise. As
this happens, follow the level of the milk by
lowering the pitcher, always keeping the tip of the
steam nozzle just below the surface.
10. Once the foam created, raise the pitcher until the
steam nozzle is in the center of the milk.
TIP: The amount of foam required will vary depending
on the drinks being made. For example, a cappuccino
requires more foam than a latte.
11. Stop the steam immediately by turning the
Steam/Hot Water Knob to the OFF position.
IMPORTANT: Do not boil the milk.
12. Remove the pitcher,
immediately wipe the
steam nozzle and
wand with a clean
damp cloth, and purge
a small amount of
steam.
Using the Hot Water
Function
1. Place the cup or container under the Steam/Hot
Water Wand and activate the hot water function by
turning the Steam/Hot Knob to the ON position.
NOTE: Make sure the Steam Button light is o, or the
steam function will activate.
2. The Hot Water feature will automatically stop after
1 minute of dispensing. Turn the Steam/Hot Water
Knob to the OFF position.
3. Remove the cup or container and swing the
Steam/Hot Water Wand over the drip tray to catch
any drips of water.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Always turn the espresso maker o and remove the
plug from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Never immerse unit in water or other liquid. To clean,
simply wipe with a clean damp cloth and dry before
storing.
Cleaning the Filters, Portafilter, and
Brew Head
• The stainless steel lters and portalter should be
rinsed under water immediately after use to remove all
coee particles. You may also use the Cleaning Pin to
clear the opening.
• Periodically run water through the machine with the
portalter in place, but without any ground coee, to
rinse out any lingering coee particles.
• The inside of the Brew Head should be wiped
with a
damp cloth to remove any coee particles.
Cleaning the Outer Housing and Cup
Warming Plate
• The outer housing and cup warming plate can be
cleaned with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use any
scouring agents or harsh cleaners.
Cleaning the Drip Tray Plate
• The Drip Tray Plate
should be removed,
emptied, and cleaned
frequently, particularly
when the Drip Tray is full.
• The Drip Tray plate can
be washed in warm
soapy water and rinsed
thoroughly. Use a nonabrasive washing liquid (do not
use abrasive cleaners, pads or cloths, which can
scratch the surface).
Cleaning the Drip Tray
• The Drip Tray can be removed after the Drip Tray
Plate is removed and then cleaned with a soft,
damp cloth (do not use any scouring agents or
harsh cleaners).
NOTE: Do not clean any parts or accessories in
the dishwasher.
Cleaning the Steam/Hot Water Wand
• The Steam/Hot Water Wand should always be
cleaned after steaming milk.
• Wipe the wand with a
damp cloth, then swing it
back into the Drip Tray.
Momentarily switch the
Steam/Hot Water Knob
to the ON position. This
will release any remaining
milk from inside the
wand.
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• Make sure the Steam/Hot Water Knob is in the OFF
position. Press the Power/O Button to turn o the
machine, unplug the power cord, and allow the
machine to cool.
• If the Steam/Hot Water Wand remains clogged,
use the Cleaning Pin to clear the opening.
Decalcification
Decalcication refers to the removal of calcium
deposits that form over time on the metal parts of the
coeemaker.
For best performance from your espresso maker,
decalcify the unit from time to time or whenever the
DESCALE light turns on. The frequency depends on the
hardness of your tap water and how often you use the
espresso machine.
The machine will remind to clean by switching on the
DESCALE indicator.
To run a 2-step descaling/cleaning cycle, follow the
instructions below.
1. Place 2 large 1.5-liter (50 oz.) containers under the
Brew Head and Steam/Hot Water Wand.
2. Fill the Water Reservoir to capacity with a mixture of
one-third white vinegar and two-thirds water, or with
the mixture of 1 descale tablet and water at max
level.
3. Press and hold the COLD and SINGLE buttons for 3
seconds; the CLEAN DESCALE indicator will ash.
4. Turn the Steam/Hot Water Knob to the ON position.
The CLEAN DESCALE indicator will breathe, indicating
that the descaling cycle has started.
5. Hot water will ow from the Steam/Hot Water Wand.
6. When the CLEAN DESCALE indicator starts ashing,
turn the Steam/Hot water Knob to the O position.
Hot water will ow from the brew head, then the
CLEAN DESCALE indicator will breathe. Once the
Water Reservoir is empty, the Steam lightwill ash and
the ADD WATER indicator will light.
7. Empty the containers (and the drip tray, if needed)
and put them back in place.
8. Fill the Water Reservoir with water to the max level.
9. Press the steam button. The CLEAN DESCALE
indicator will breathe, indicating the cleaning cycle
has started.
10. When the CLEAN DESCALE indicator starts ashing,
turn the Steam/Hot Water Knob to the OFF position.
Hot water will ow from the Steam/Hot Water
Wand, then the CLEAN DESCALE indicator
will breathe.
11.
Once the Water Reservoir is empty, the CLEAN
DESCALE indicator will turn o, the ADD WATER
indicator will light and the COLD, SINGLE and
DOUBLE leds will ash, indicating that the cleaning
process is over.
Maintenance: Any other servicing should be performed
by an authorized service representative.
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Warranty
Subject to the exclusions and limitations contained
herein, Conair LLC dba Cuisinart (“Cuisinart”)
warrants that the Cuisinart Espresso Bar™ Slim
Espresso Machine (“Product”) will be free from
material defects in materials and workmanship under
normal home use conditions for a period of THREE
(3) years beginning on the date the Product was
purchased in its original, sealed packaging, unless
otherwise specied in this Limited Warranty. This
Limited Warranty is only for U.S. consumers (dened
herein as purchasers at retail for personal, family, or
household use) who originally purchase the Product
from Cuisinart or an authorized Cuisinart
®
reseller (if
you are unsure whether a retailer or other point of
sale is an authorized or unauthorized Cuisinart
reseller, contact Cuisinart).
This Limited Warranty does NOT cover:
• Normal wear and tear;
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will be the date of manufacture.
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If the Product that is the subject of this Limited
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0190 to ensure that the problem is properly
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parts, and the product is still under warranty.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
The THREE (3) year Limited Warranty period begins
on the date the Product was delivered, which may be
dierent than the date the Product was purchased.
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of the same type. The retail store shall then,
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reasonably equivalent product, or refund the
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California residents may also, according to their
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to Cuisinart for repair or, if necessary, replacement
with another identical or reasonably equivalent
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toll-free at 1-800-726-0190. Cuisinart will be
responsible for the cost of such repair, replacement,
and/or shipping and handling for such nonconforming
products under warranty.
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THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR BY
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OR REPLACEMENT OF EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY,
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1 Cummings Point Road
Stamford, CT 06902
1-800-726-0190
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Recipes
Americano .......................................................... 17
Macchiato ........................................................... 17
Cappuccino ......................................................... 17
Café Latte ............................................................ 18
Flat White ............................................................18
Cortado.................................................................18
Café au Lait ........................................................18
Iced Brown Sugar & Oat
Shaken Espresso ...............................................18
Espresso Tonic ...................................................19
Mexican Espresso Martini ...............................19
Espresso Mudslide ............................................19
Affogato ................................................................ 19
Americano
Simply stated, an Americano is an espresso
with extra hot water. It’s a great halfway point
between the assertive avor of an espresso
and a full cup of coee.
Makes 1 serving
Ground espresso for a double shot
⅔ to ¾ cup hot water
1. Brew a double espresso into a heatproof mug.
2. Turn the Steam/Hot Water Knob to the ON
position and, using the Steam/Hot Water Wand, brew
hot water on top of the espresso.
3. Serve immediately.
Macchiato
A macchiato is a smaller espresso drink topped
with a little bit of foamed milk. There are many
interpretations around the world, but here at
Cuisinart, we are staying traditional, starting
with the perfect espresso.
Makes 1 serving
Ground espresso for a single shot
¼ cup milk (dairy or nondairy)
1. Brew a single espresso into a heatproof —
preferably demitasse — cup.
2. Put the milk into the Frothing Pitcher. Turn the
Steam/Hot Water Knob to the ON position and
press the STEAM button. Using the Steam/Hot
Water Wand, steam the milk until the foam
has formed and you can feel that the milk is quite
hot. Tap the pitcher a few times to remove any
larger bubbles.
3. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the frothed milk on the
espresso.
4. Serve immediately.
Cappuccino
Traditionally, a cappuccino is made by layering equal
parts espresso, steamed milk, and foam.
Makes 1 serving
Ground espresso for a single shot
⅓ cup milk (dairy or nondairy)
1. Brew a double espresso into a heatproof mug.
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2. Put the milk into the Frothing Pitcher. Turn the
Steam/Hot Water Knob to the ON position and
press the STEAM button. Using the Steam/Hot
Water Wand, steam the milk until the foam has
reached two-thirds of the way up the pitcher and
you can feel that the milk is quite hot. Tap the
pitcher a few times to remove any larger bubbles.
3. Slowly pour about 3 ounces of the steamed milk
into the mug with the espresso and then spoon 3
to 4 tablespoons of frothed milk on top.
4. Serve immediately.
Café Latte
The classic coee shop beverage made simple at
home — just steam your milk, pour over your freshly
brewed espresso, and top with a thin layer of foam.
Makes 1 serving
Ground espresso for a double shot
½ cup milk (dairy or nondairy)
1. Brew a double espresso into a heatproof mug.
2. Put the milk into the Frothing Pitcher. Turn the
Steam/Hot Water Knob to the ON position and
press the STEAM button. Using the Steam/Hot
Water Wand, steam the milk until the foam has
almost reached the top of the pitcher and you can
feel that the milk is quite hot. Tap the pitcher a
few times to remove any larger bubbles.
3. Slowly pour the steamed milk into the mug with
the espresso.
4. Serve immediately.
Flat White
A simple way to describe this increasingly popular
coee shop drink would be “a small strong latte.”
It typically has a higher proportion of espresso
to milk and slightly less foam than a latte.
Makes 1 serving
Ground espresso for a double shot
¼ cup milk (dairy or nondairy)
1. Brew a double espresso into a heatproof mug.
2. Put the milk into the frothing pitcher. Using the
steaming wand, steam the milk until the foam has
reached two-thirds of the way up the pitcher and
you can feel that the milk is quite hot. Tap the
pitcher a few times to remove any larger bubbles.
3. Slowly pour a small amount of the steamed milk,
about half the volume of the espresso, into the
mug with the espresso, holding back the foam
with a spoon. Top with a very thin layer of foam.
4. Serve immediately.
Cortado
A cortado is similar to a latte, but instead of being
heavy on milk, it uses equal parts espresso and milk
and has no foam on top.
Makes 1 serving
Ground espresso for a single shot
¼ cup milk (dairy or nondairy)
1. Brew a single espresso into a small heatproof cup.
2. Put the milk into the Frothing Pitcher. Turn the Steam/Hot
Water Knob to the ON position and press the STEAM
button. Using the Steam/Hot Water Wand, steam the milk
until the foam has almost reached the top of the pitcher
and you can feel that the milk is quite hot. Tap the pitcher
a few times to remove any larger bubbles.
3. Slowly pour 1½ to 2 ounces of the steamed milk
into the mug with the espresso.
4. Serve immediately.
Café au Lait
Translated from French as “coee with milk,”
this simple beverage calls for equal parts coee
and steamed milk. Here, we use espresso in place
of drip coee to give some extra avor.
Makes 1 serving
Ground espresso for a double shot
½ cup milk
1. Brew a double espresso into a heatproof mug.
2. Put the milk into the Frothing Pitcher. Turn the
Steam/Hot Water Knob to the ON position and
press the STEAM button. Using the Steam/Hot
Water Wand, steam the milk until the foam has
almost reached the top of the pitcher and you can
feel that the milk is quite hot. Tap the pitcher a
few times to remove any larger bubbles.
3. Slowly pour all of the milk, holding back the foam,
into the mug with the espresso.
4. Serve immediately.
Iced Brown Sugar
& Oat Shaken Espresso
Shaking this nondairy iced espresso creates
a perfectly chilled and frothy refreshment.
Makes 1 serving
Brown Sugar Simple Syrup:
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup (8 ounces) water
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Shaken espresso:
Finely ground espresso for a double shot
1½ cups ice
½ cup unsweetened oat milk
2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Simple Syrup
1. To make the simple syrup, combine the sugar and
water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat
until the sugar has fully dissolved. Remove from
the heat and let cool completely before using.
2. To make the iced espresso, brew a double
espresso using the Cold Extraction setting.
3. Fill a mason jar or cocktail shaker with ice. Pour
the espresso, oat milk, and simple syrup over the
ice. Secure the lid of the mason jar or cocktail
shaker, and vigorously shake until the outside is
extremely cold, about 20 seconds.
4. To serve, pour over ice and nish with a pinch
of cinnamon.
5. Serve immediately.
Espresso Tonic
Swap out gin for espresso for a carbonated drink
that is both refreshing and buzzy. Experiment with
avored simple syrups and garnishes to mix it up!
Makes 1 serving
Ground espresso for a double shot
1 teaspoon simple syrup (optional or
to taste)
1 to 2 dashes aromatic bitters (such as
Angostura)
5 ounces tonic water
Orange or lemon twist, for garnish
1. Using the Cold Extraction setting, brew a double
espresso into a small cup.
2. Fill a highball glass with ice. Add the simple syrup
(if using), bitters, and tonic water, and stir. Gently
pour in the cooled espresso. Drop an orange or
lemon twist into the glass to garnish.
3. Serve immediately.
Mexican Espresso Martini
Substituting a good-quality reposado tequila
for vodka supplies some caramel notes
to this buzzworthy drink.
Makes 2 servings
2 ounces brewed espresso
2 ounces reposado tequila
3 ounces rum-based coee liqueur
Ice
1. Put the espresso, tequila, and coee liqueur into a
cocktail shaker lled with ice.
2. Shake vigorously and pour through a strainer*
over two chilled martini glasses.
3. Serve immediately.
*A Hawthorne strainer is best if available.
Espresso Mudslide
Espresso gives this sweet cocktail a nice jolt.
Blending this cocktail with vanilla ice cream makes
a decadent adult milkshake.
Makes 2 servings
Chocolate syrup, as needed
Ice
3 ounces brewed espresso
2 ounces Irish cream liqueur
1 ounce vodka
1 ounce coee liqueur
1. Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the walls of two
glasses and ll with ice.
2. Put the espresso, Irish cream, vodka, and coee
liqueur into a cocktail shaker lled with ice.
3. Shake vigorously and pour through a strainer* into
the prepared glasses.
4. Serve immediately.
*A Hawthorne strainer is best if available.
Affogato
Scoop your gelato in advance and save
in the freezer until ready to serve.
Makes 1 serving
Ground espresso for a double shot
1 scoop vanilla gelato or ice cream
1. Brew a single espresso into a small heatproof cup.
2. Put the gelato into a small serving dish, and then
pour the hot espresso over the gelato.
3. Serve immediately.
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