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Espresso Machine SEM 1100 A1
Espresso Machine Operating instructions
KOMPERNASS GMBH BURGSTRASSE 21 D-44867 BOCHUM www.kompernass.com ID-Nr.: SEM1100A1-06/10-V1

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Introduction. 2 Preface. 2 Information for these operating instructions. 2 Copyright. 2 Limited liability. 3 Warnings. 3 Intended use. 4 Safety. 4 Safety instructions. 4 Items supplied / Transport inspection. 6 Disposal of the packaging. 6 Operating componentse. 7 Technical data. 7 Commissioning. 8 Operation. 8 Filling the water tank. 8 Heating up before every use. 9 Heating up after an extended downtime. 9 Preparing Espresso. 10 Preparing Cappuccino. 12 Tips for the milk froth. 14 Generating hot water. 15 Cleaning and Care.15 Cleaning the milk frother. 15 Cleaning the hot water shower. 16 Cleaning accessories. 16 Cleaning the appliance. 16 Descaling the appliance. 16 Troubleshooting.18 Disposal.19 Disposal of the appliance. 19 Warranty and Service.20 Importer.20

Espresso Machine

Introduction

Preface

Dear customer, with the purchase of this appliance you have decided on a quality product from SilverCrest, which, in terms of technology and functionality, meets the most up-to-date development standards. Read the information included here so that you can quickly familiarize yourself with your appliance and thus make full use of its functions. We wish you a great deal of enjoyable use.
Information for these operating instructions
These operating instructions are a component of the Espresso Machine SEM 1100 A1 (henceforth designated as the appliance) and they supply you with important information about the intended use, safety, installation and connection as well as operation of the appliance. The operating instructions must be constantly kept available close to the appliance. They are to be read and applied by every person charged with the operation of the appliance. Keep these operating instructions and hand them over with the appliance to any future owners.

Copyright

This documentation is copyright protected. All rights, including those of photographic reproduction, duplication and distribution by means of particular methods (for example data processing, data carriers and data networks), wholly or partially, as well as substantive and technical changes, are reserved.

Limited liability

All technical information, data and information for installation and operation contained in these operating instructions corresponds to the latest available at the time of printing and, to the best of our knowledge, take into account our previous experience and know-how. No claims can be derived from the details, illustrations and descriptions in these instructions. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage caused by failure to observe these instructions, improper use, inappropriate repairs, making unauthorized modications or for using unapproved replacement parts.

Warnings

In the extant operation instructions the following warnings are used: WARNING A warning of this risk level signies a potentially dangerous situation. If the risk situation is not avoided it can lead to injuries. The directives in this warning are there to avoid personal injuries.
IMPORTANT A warning of this risk level signies potentially property damage. If the situation is not avoided it can lead to property damage. The directives in this warning are there to avoid property damage.
NOTICE A notice signifying additional information that assists in the operation of this appliance.

Intended use

This appliance serves exclusively for the preparation of espresso/cappuccino and the heating of water. It is intended solely for use in domestic households. Do not use it for commercial applications. This appliance is not intended for any other use or for uses beyond those detailed here. WARNING Risk from unintended use! Risks can come from the appliance if it is used for unintended purposes and/ or other types of use. Use this appliance exclusively for its intended purposes. Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions. Claims of any kind for damage resulting from unintended use will not be accepted. The operator alone bears liability.

Safety

In the chapter Safety Notices you will receive important safety information regarding the handling of the appliance. This appliance complies with the statutory safety regulations. Incorrect usage can, however, lead to personal injury and property damage.

Safety instructions

For safe handling of the appliance observe the following safety information: WARNING - RISK OF INJURY! Before use check the appliance for visible external damage. Do not put into operation an appliance that is damaged or has been dropped. This appliance is not intended for use by individuals (including children) with restricted physical, physiological or intellectual abilities or deciences in experience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or receive from this person instruction in how the appliance is to be used. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Repairs should only be carried out by authorized specialist companies or by the Customer Service Department. Incorrect repairs can result in signicant risks for the user. In addition warranty claims become void. NEVER submerse the appliance in water or other liquids. Risk of electric shock! Never touch the appliance with wet or moist hands. To avoid risks, arrange for defective plugs and/or cables to be replaced at once by qualied technicians or our Customer Service Department. Risk of Burns! During use, some parts become very hot! Hot vapour plumes are formed when the product is in use. Take care to ensure that you do not scald yourself! Keep a safe distance away from the steam. Connect the appliance only to correctly installed and earthed mains power sockets. ATTENTION - PROPERTY DAMAGE Defective components may only be replaced with original replacement parts. Compliance with the safety requirements can only be assured by using original replacement parts. Protect the appliance from moisture and liquid penetration. Protect the appliance against shock, moisture, dust, chemicals, extremes of temperature and from being too close to sources of heat (ovens, radiators). NEVER submerse the appliance in water or other liquids. Always pull the plug from the mains power socket; never pull on the cable. Never leave the appliance unsupervised whilst in use. Do not use an external timing switch or a separate remote control system to operate the appliance. Do not operate the appliance in rooms where the temperatures are below or around 0 C. Should the water in the pipes or the water tank freeze, the appliance could be damaged. Never operate the appliance outdoors. This appliance is intended only for indoor use. NOTICE A repair to the appliance during the warranty period may only be carried out by a cutomer service department authorized by the manufacturer otherwise no additional warranty claims can be considered for subsequent damages.

Items supplied / Transport inspection
WARNING Risk of suocation! Packaging material should not be used as a play thing. There is a risk of suocation! The appliance is delivered with the following components as standard: Espresso Machine Sieve carrier large espresso sieve small espresso sieve Measuring spoon with compactor Operating Instructions NOTICE Check the contents to make sure everything is available and there are no signs of visible damage. If the contents are not complete, or are damaged due to defective packaging or transportation, contact the service hotline.
Disposal of the packaging
The packaging protects the appliance from transport damage. The packaging materials are selected from the point of view of their environmental friendliness and disposal technology and are therefore recyclable. The recirculation of packaging into the material circuit saves on raw material and reduces generated waste. Dispose of packaging material that is no longer needed according to the regionally established regulations. NOTICE If possible preserve the appliance's original packaging during the warranty period so that in the case of a warranty claim you can package the appliance properly for return.

Operating componentse

1 Water tank 2 Steam regulation knob 3 On/O switch 4 Green heating-up control lamp 5 Rotary switch 6 Compactor 7 Recess for the red oat 8 Drip grill 9 Measuring spoon with compacter 0 small espresso sieve q large espresso sieve w Sieve carrier e Sieve blocker r Drip tray t Hot water shower z Milk foamer u Grip i Red heating-up control lamp

Technical data

Voltage Nominal performance Pump pressure Water tank (Max) 220 - 240 V 50 Hz 1100 W approx. 1.5 MPa (15 bar) 1.5 Litres

Commissioning

1) Clean the sieve holder w, the measuring spoon 9, the espresso sieve 0 q, the drip grill 8 and the water tank 1 as described in the chapter Cleaning and Care. 2) Place the appliance on a level and heat-resistant surface. Ensure that a mains power socket is in the vicinity. 3) Insert the drip grill 8 so that the red oat can protrude through the recess 7 in the drip grill 8. 4) Insert the plug into a mains power socket. 5) Proceed as follows before the rst use, so as to clean the internal pipelines: 6) Allow sucient water for about 5 cups of coee to ow through the appliance. Refer to the chapter Operation. 7) Let steam generate for about 30 seconds. Refer to the chapter Operation. NOTICE On the rst use it may be that the pump is already audibly working, noises occur, but still no water is coming out of the appliance. In this case, turn the steam control knob 2 to "+" so that air can escape from the pipes of the appliance. After approx. 20 seconds the air will have escaped, the noises disappear and water ows from the appliance.

Operation

Filling the water tank
NOTICE Use only fresh drinking water for making espresso/cappuccino. 1) Pull the water tank 1 upward and out, open the lid and ll it with water: Fill it with water to at least the Min. marking. Never ll it with more water than up to the Max marking. 2) Push the water tank 1 back into the appliance so that it slides into the appliance on the rails and sits rmly. You can also ll the water tank 1 without having to remove it from the appliance. Simply open the water tank lid and ll it with water from a bottle etc. Ensure that no water runs beside the water tank 1.
Heating up before every use
Before you can prepare an espresso or cappuccino, the appliance must be heated up. 1) Switch the appliance on with the on/o switch 3. The rotary switch 5 is at the position . 2) The red heating-up control lamp i glows. 3) Wait until the green heating-up control lamp 4 glows. You can now make an espresso / cappuccino.
Heating up after an extended downtime
If you have not used it for some time, preheat the appliance as follows: 1) Fill the water tank 1 with water. 2) Place either the large q or the small espresso sieve 0 in the sieve carrier w. 3) Insert the sieve carrier w into the appliance by placing it at the marking INSERT and then turning it anticlockwise to the marking LOCK. 4) Place a cup under the sieve carrier w. 5) Close the steam regulation knob 2 (turn it as far as it will go in the direction - ). 6) Switch the appliance on with the on/o switch 3. 7) The red heating-up control lamp i glows. 8) Turn the rotary switch 5 to the position . The pump begins to pump water into the appliance. As soon as water ows from the sieve carrier opening, turn. the rotary switch 5 back to the position 9) As soon as the green heating-up control lamp 4 glows, turn the rotary switch 5 to the position . Allow the water to ow for about 1 minute. It may be that you need to empty the cup in between. For this, briey stop the process. 10) After approx. 1 minute turn the rotary switch back to the position . 11) Wait until the green heating-up control lamp 4 glows again. The warming-up is concluded. You can now prepare espresso.

Preparing Espresso

NOTICE If, before starting to make the espresso, you have taken hot steam from the machine, we recommend you draw a little hot water before commencing with the espresso preparation. If you do not, it may be that the coee tastes burnt. Hold an empty cup under the milk frother z. Turn the steam control knob 2 in the direction "+". Turn the function rotary knob 5 to the posi" so that hot water ows out of the nozzle. Wait a few seconds tion " before turning the function rotary knob 5 back to to the position " ". Then turn the steam control knob 2 back to closed (in the direction "-"). NOTICE Always ensure that the espresso sieve 0 q is clean and free of coee powder residues. 1) When the appliance is heated-up: To prepare an espresso, place the small espresso sieve 0 in the sieve carrier w. To prepare two espressos, place the large espresso sieve q in the sieve carrier w. 2) Fill the small espresso sieve 0 to the max marking with espresso powder. This equates to approx. 7g of powder or a levelled measuring spoon 9. or. Fill the large espresso sieve q to the max marking with espresso powder. This equates to about 7g + 7g of powder or two levelled measuring spoons 9. 3) Tamp the espresso powder down with the help of the compactor on the measuring spoon 9 or on the appliance 6. Then, if necessary, ll it with more espresso powder, until the espresso sieb 0 q is full up to the Max marking. Tamp the coee powder down once again. NOTICE Compaction of the coee powder is an essential process for the preparation of an espresso. If the espresso powder is compacted very strongly, the espresso runs through more slowly and there is more crema. If the espresso powder is not so strongly compacted, the espresso runs through more quickly and it creates very little crema.

4) Insert the sieve carrier w into the appliance by placing it at the marking INSERT and then turning it anticlockwise to the marking LOCK. 5) Place one (or two) cup(s) under the sieve carrier openings. We recommend that you rinse the cups out with hot water beforehand, so that the espresso does not cool so quickly. 6) As soon as the green heating-up control lamp 4 glows, you can turn the rotary switch 5 to the position . The espresso ows into the cup(s). WARNING Never remove the sieve carrier w during the espresso output! The resulting spray of hot espresso would lead to injury!! Always ensure that the rotary switch 5 stands at " the sieve carrier w. " before you remove
7) When the cup(s) are lled to the desired quantity (about 20 ml), turn the. rotary switch 5 back to the position You can now drink the espresso. 8) After every use, remove the used espresso powder from the espresso sieve 0 q. To do this, fold the sieve blocker e upwards so that the espresso sieve 0 q cannot fall out of the sieve carrier w. Now empty the espresso sieve 0 q. NOTICE Absolutely clean the hot water shower t after every use. Refer to the chapter "Cleaning and Care". NOTICE Regularly empty the drip tray r, at the latest when the red oat in the recess 7 of the drip grill 8 is visible.
NOTICE You can also use espresso pads for the preparation of espresso. Use only espresso pads that correspond to the ESE standard. The ESE standard is a system accepted by the leading manufacturers of espresso pads, which makes possible the simple and clean preparation of espresso. Heat the appliance up as previously described. Place the small espresso sieve 0 for one espresso in the sieve carrier w (one Pad) or the large espresso sieve q for two espressos (two Pads). Place the pad (pads) centrally in the espresso sieve 0 q. Take note of the instructions given on the packaging of the espresso pads. Insert the sieve carrier w with the espresso sieve 0 q and Pad as described in the chapter "Preparing Espresso". Now continue as described in the chapter "Preparing espresso".

Preparing Cappuccino

WARNING Be careful when working with steam for the milk foam production! The hot steam or hot splashes can lead to injuries! Always operate the steam regulation knob 2 slowly. 1) Fill a container for frothing (preferably made of stainless steel) to third with cold milk. 2) Ensure that the steam regulation knob 2 is closed (turn it as far as it will go in the direction -). 3) Push the milk foamer z out to the side. Thereby, take hold of it only by the grip u. 4) Turn the rotary switch 5 to the position control lamp 4 glows. Wait until the green heating-up

5) Hold an empty container under the milk frother z. Slowly turn the steam control knob 2 in the direction +. Condensed water/spray comes from the nozzle. Thus, the nozzle and the water circulation inside the appliance is cleaned.
6) When only steam comes out of the nozzle, turn the steam control knob 2 in the direction - until no more steam comes out of the nozzle. Pour the water in the container away. 7) Now hold the frothing container in your hand, so as to feel the milk temperature, and guide the nozzle of the milk frother z lightly into the milk. Thereby, hold the frothing container at a slight angle. 8) Slowly turn the steam control knob 2 in the direction +. 9) Rotate the container for frothing in a circular motion and hold the tip of the nozzle just below the surface of the milk: deep enough so that the milk does not spray in all directions and high enough so that a thick foam is produced. Done properly, a deep buzzing sound is audible. 10) As the milk froth rises place the nozzle deeper in the milk, to froth up the next layer and to avoid a burnt taste in the foam. 11) Finally, insert the nozzle completely and close the steam control knob 2 a little, so that the milk is heated. Hold the frothing container at a slight angle, so that the milk gently spins around while it is being stirred with the nozzle. 12) When the milk foam has the desired consistency, turn the steam control knob 2 o (up to the stop in the - direction). 13) First then remove the nozzle from the milk. 14) Turn the rotary switch 5 to the position NOTICE For the preparation of cappuccino always use bigger cups than for espresso, because foamed milk will be added. 15) For the preparation of a cappuccino, proceed exactly as you would for an espresso (see chapter Preparing espresso/ the heating up is no longer necessary). Allow the water to pass through only for about twice as long as an espresso (about 40 ml). 16) Switch the appliance o with the on/o switch 3. 17) Now add the frothed milk into the previously prepared espresso. The cappuccino is now ready. According to taste, you can add sugar or sprinkle it with cocoa powder.
NOTICE You can also use the milk frother z to heat up other liquids, such as cocoa or tea. NOTICE Absolutely clean the milk frother z after every use. Refer to the chapter "Cleaning and Care".

Tips for the milk froth

In principle, any type of milk can be frothed, including soy and rice milk. However, some types of milk can only be frothed with limitations. Skimmed or low-fat milk does not burn as easily as whole milk, but with a too low fat content there is a risk that the milk froth will not be good. Therefore, if possible use a milk with 3.5% or 1.5% fat content. Well chilled milk can be frothed better than less cold. Do not froth milk up a second time, otherwise it could burn on. Allow frothed milk to stand for about 30 seconds before you pour it onto the espresso. Thus, larger bubbles burst and still uid milk falls to the bottom. You can then pour the ne froth onto the espresso.

Generating hot water

1) When the appliance is heated-up: 2) Place a cup under the milk frother z. 3) When the green heating-up control lamp 4 glows, turn the steam control knob 2 to the position +. 4) Turn the rotary switch 5 to the position zle. Hot water ows from the noz-
5) If you wish to interrupt the hot water supply, turn the steam control knob 2 o (as far as it will go in the direction -) and place the rotary switch 5 at the position . 6) Switch the appliance o with the on/o switch 3.

Cleaning and Care

WARNING - RISK OF INJURY! Always remove the plug from the mains power socket before you clean the appliance. Risk of electric shock! Always allow the appliance to cool down before you start to clean it. Risk of Burns! NEVER submerse the appliance in water or other liquids. Risk of electric shock!
Cleaning the milk frother
ATTENTION - PROPERTY DAMAGE NEVER use abrasive, corrosive or chemical agents to clean the appliance. These could damage the upper surfaces of the appliance. 1) Place an empty container under the milk frother z. 2) Immediately after use turn the steam control knob 2 to the position + and, for a few seconds, allow the steam to escape. 3) Turn the steam control knob 2 o (as far as it will go in the direction -), switch the appliance o and remove the plug from the mains power socket. 4) Allow the nozzle to cool down. 5) Remove the nozzle and clean it thoroughly in warm water. 6) Check to see if the small hole in the nozzle is clogged and, if so, clear it with a needle.
7) Clean the steam delivery tube of the milk frother z with a damp cloth. 8) Replace the nozzle back onto the steam supply pipe.
Cleaning the hot water shower
Clean the hot water shower t after each use: 1) After you have prepared the espresso/cappuccino and removed the sieve holder w, wipe the entire surface of the hot water shower t with a moist cloth so that all powder residues are removed. 2) Then place an empty cup under the hot water shower t and turn the function rotary knob 5 to the position . Water ows from the hot water shower t and it ushes the last remaining powder residues out. 3) After about 20 seconds place the function rotary knob 5 back to the position and switch the appliance o with the On/O switch 3.

Cleaning accessories

1) Clean the sieve carrier w, the two espresso sieves 0 q, the water tank 1 and the drip grill 8 in warm water. NOTICE If you put detergent into the water, it may have a negative eect on the taste of the espresso. If the stains can only be removed with detergent, always rinse the items afterwards with lots of clean water. 2) Dry all parts well. 3) The drip tray r is suitable for cleaning in the dishwasher.

Cleaning the appliance

Clean the housing with a moist cloth. If necessary, use a little detergent on the cloth.

Descaling the appliance

Regularly descale the appliance. The appliance should be descaled after about 200 espresso preparations. Depending on the hardness of the water in your area, this gure may dier. For descaling, use commercial available descaler for espresso machines. Proceed as described in the instructions for usage of the descaler. If you do not have a descaler, you can proceed as follows: 1) Fill the water tank 1 to the marking MAX. 2) Dissolve 2 tablespoons (about 30 grams) of citric acid (available in drugstores or chemists) into the water. 3) Replace the water tank 1 into the appliance.
4) Switch the appliance on with the on/o switch 3. The rotary switch 5 must be in the position . The steam control knob 2 is closed. 5) Insert the sieve carrier w, WITHOUT espresso powder, into the appliance and place a cup under the sieve carrier w. As soon as the green heating-up control lamp 4 glows, turn the rotary switch 5 to the position . 6) Allow about 2 cups of water to pass through and then stop the process. 7) Hold a container under the milk frother z. 8) Place the rotary switch 5 at the position steam and wait until the green heating-up control lamp 4 glows. Slowly turn the steam control knob 2 to the position +. Allow the appliance to create steam for about 2 minutes. 9) After 2 minutes close the steam control knob 2, set the rotary switch 5 to the position and switch the appliance o. 10) Let the scaling agent take eect for about 15 minutes. 11) Repeat the steps 4 - 10 three times. 12) Then place the rotary switch 5 at the position through until the water tank 1 is empty. and let the solution ow
13) Rinse the water tank 1 with clean water and then ll it with clean water up to the Max marking. 14) Turn the rotary switch 5 to the position up control lamp 4 glows. 15) Allow the water to run through. 16) Repeat the steps 13 - 15 three times. 17) Fill the water tank 1 with water once again. 18) Turn the rotary switch 5 to the position . 19) Hold a container under the milk frother z and slowly rotate the steam control knob 2 to the position + as soon as the green heating-up control lamp 4 glows. 20) After about 1 minute close the steam control knob 2, set the rotary switch 5 to the position and switch the appliance o. as soon as the green heating-

Troubleshooting

Problem Cause
The espresso powder is too moist and/or compressed too tight. The espresso no longer ows out No water in the water tank 1.

Remedy

Reprepare the espresso, however, this time do not compress it so tightly, or exchange it completely. Fill the water tank 1 with water.
The holes in the sieve carrier openings are blocked. The sieve carrier w is not correctly inserted. the espresso drips over the edges of the sieve carrier w instead of from the openings. The sieve carrier openings are blocked. There are espresso powder residues on the edges of the sieve carrier w. The appliance was not preheated. The espresso is cold. The green heating-up control lamp 4 has not yet glowed. The cups were not prewarmed.
Clean the sieve carrier w.
Correctly insert the sieve carrier w.
Clean the sieve carrier w. Clean the espresso powder residues from the edges of the sieve carrier w. Preheat the appliance. Wait until the green heating-up control lamp 4 glows. Prewarm the cups.
The water tank 1 is empty. Noisy operation of the pump.
Fill the water tank 1 with water.
The water tank 1 is not properly inserted, meaning that water Correctly insert the water tank 1. cannot enter into the appliance.
The crema is too light (the espresso runs quickly out of the sieve carrier w)
too little espresso powder. The espresso powder is too coarsely ground. too much espresso powder.
Use more espresso powder. Use only the espresso powder specially manufactured for espresso. Use less espresso powder. Use only the espresso powder specially manufactured for espresso. Clean the sieve. Use milk from the refrigerator. Clean the milk foamer z.
The crema is too dark (the espresso runs slowly out of the sieve carrier w)
The powder is too nely ground or moist. The sieve is blocked. The milk is not cold enough.
The milk does not foam. The milk foamer z is dirty.

Disposal

Disposal of the appliance
Do not dispose of this appliance in your normal domestic waste. This product is subject to the provisions of the European Directive 2002/96/EC-WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). Dispose of this appliance through an approved waste disposal centre or at your community waste facility. Observe the currently applicable regulations. In case of doubt, please contact your waste disposal centre.

Warranty and Service

With this appliance you receive a warranty of 3 years from the date of purchase. This appliance has been manufactured with care and thoroughly tested before delivery. Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase. In the case of a warranty claim, please make contact by telephone with our service department. Only in this way can a post-free despatch for your goods be assured. The warranty covers only claims for material and manufacturing defects, not for transport damages, worn parts or for damage to fragile components, e.g. buttons or batteries. This product is for private use only and is not intended for commercial use. If this product has been subjected to improper or inappropriate handling, abuse, or modications not carried out by one of our authorised service centres, the warranty will be considered void. This warranty does not aect your statutory rights. The warranty period is not extended by repairs eected under warranty. This applies also to replaced and repaired parts. Damages or defects discovered after purchase are to be reported directly after unpacking, at the latest two days after the purchase date. Repairs carried out after lapse of the warranty period are subject to charge. DES UK LTD Tel.: 700 ( 0.10 / minute) e-mail: support.uk@kompernass.com Kompernass Service Ireland Tel: 412 (0,082 EUR/Min.)

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Importer

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