BIALETTI Moka Induction Red Stovetop Espresso Maker User Manual

BIALETTI Moka Induction Red Stovetop Espresso Maker

Product Information

• Product Name: Bialetti Coffee Maker
• Model Number: Not specified
• Manufacturer: Bialetti
• Country of Origin: Italy
• Usage: For making coffee using ground coffee beans

Product Usage Instructions

1. Make sure to read the user manual thoroughly before each use and keep it for future reference.
2. For safety purposes, make sure to use ground coffee beans specifically meant for Moka coffee makers.
3. Ensure that the coffee is not pressed into the funnel and that there is not too much water in the heater.
4. If using the induction plate, make sure not to use too high power or the boost function. If the product does not function correctly, do not use it and contact the dealer.
5. If the coffee maker leaks water, check the proper tightening of the coffee maker and the gasket for wear. Make sure there are no coffee powder residues on the edge of the heater.
6. If the coffee maker does not dispense coffee, check the presence of all parts and proper tightening of the coffee maker. Also, check the coffee maker for leakage.
7. If the coffee is cold or too hot, check the proper level of water, which should be at the same level as the bottom edge of the valve.
8. If the coffee maker changed color, this may be due to leaving it on the heat source for too long. However, this does not affect the use of the product.
9. If the coffee maker does not activate on the induction hob, check the compatibility of the diameter of the coffee maker with the technical specifications of the hob.
10. The gasket should be replaced with original Bialetti replacement parts that match the used model. Replace the gasket if it is worn, and at least once a year.

IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE EACH USE AND KEEP IT WITH CARE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

FEATURES

• The upper part is made of food-grade aluminum alloy. The heater is made of steel (outside part suitable for induction hobs) and aluminum alloy (inside part suitable for food use).
• Ergonomic handle and knob in thermoplastic material.
• Inspection safety valve
• Made in Romania.
• Suitable for all hobs.

Some surface flaws are due to the handcrafted production process and do not jeopardize the quality and operation of the product.

SAFETY WARNING

• These instructions are an integral part of the product and, throughout the entire life of the product, must be kept and be available. The documentation should be given to the subsequent owners of the product.
• Attention: this coffee maker requires a heat source for its operation and develops pressure inside. Failure to comply with the instructions may cause the risk of burning or the coffee maker bursting.
• Before each use, make sure the coffee maker is not damaged and is complete with all its parts. Furthermore, check the valve, the funnel, the gasket, and the filter plate are intact and properly positioned, as shown in the figure. In case of doubts, contact the dealer or the manufacturer.
• Remove the packaging materials of the coffee maker and any warning inside it before use.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge. Keep out of reach of children.
• Use the coffee maker for the purpose that it was designed for. The product is intended for household use only.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended while turned on.
• Do not touch the hot surface of the coffee maker. The surfaces get hot, therefore use the handle and the knob to move the coffee maker.
• Never use the coffee maker without water in the heater.
• Never use other liquids in the heater or the upper part, the coffee maker is intended to be used with water only.
• The coffee maker is designed to be used only with water and ground coffee for Moka for household use.
• Do not use other products (e.g. barley, cocoa, coffee extracts, tea, COFFEE FOR PERCOLATING FILTERS OR ESPRESSO MACHINES, etc.).
• Make sure the steam jet is oriented far from the user, by ensuring the safety valve is not oriented towards the user.
• Do not leave the coffee maker on the heat source for too long to prevent any change in color.
• Make sure the coffee maker is properly closed before use.
• When using a gas heat source, the flame must not go beyond the rim of the heater.
• In the case of induction/electric/ceramic glass plate, never use the highest heat, but maintain a medium setting. In the case of an induction plate, never use the boost function.
• Never use the coffee maker in the oven or in a microwave.
• Do not open or close the coffee maker using the handle.
• During use, close the lid of the coffee maker.
• In case of malfunctioning, do not use the product and contact the dealer or the manufacturer.
• After use, allow the coffee maker to cool down before opening it.
• After use, place the coffee maker on suitable surfaces, as its base reaches high temperatures. Do not store it in contact with flammable surfaces that might deteriorate with the heat.
• Choose only the original Bialetti spare parts suitable for the model used.
• At the end of dispensing, there might be some water in the heater. Such residue helps avoid possible changes in the color of the heater surface in case the coffee maker is left on the heat source for a prolonged period of time after dispensing.

TIPS

• For the use of induction, check the compatibility of the diameter of the coffee maker heater with the technical features of the hob.
• When using the coffee maker for the first time, wash it carefully with water and fill it only with water without coffee.
• Make at least 3 cups of coffee, discarding them (do not drink them), following the instructions below.
• Do not drink the first 3 dispensing operations of coffee as they are necessary for enhancing the aroma of coffee at best.
• Make sure the safety valve is not oriented toward the user.
• Hand wash only without using detergents and abrasive sponges to preserve its features over time.
• Use ground coffee for Moka, that is with suitable grinding, and never use fine-grinding coffee.
• Never press coffee into the funnel.
• Mix coffee at the end of dispensing and before pouring it into the cups.
• Store each part of the coffee maker completely dry and without closing it.
• Replace the gasket, if worn. It is recommended to replace it at least once a year anyway.
• Do not beat the funnel to remove the coffee, as it might get damaged or get ovalized, jeopardizing a proper sealing.

MAKING COFFEE

1. Fill the heater (7) with cold water up to the lower edge of the safety valve (8), Fig. (A).
2. Insert the funnel filter l(6) into the heater (7) Fig. (B).
3. Fill the funnel filter (6) with ground coffee for Moka, without pressing it down, taking care not to leave coffee powder on the edge of the coffee maker, Fig. (C).
4. Screw the upper part (3) on the heater (7) and tighten well, without pressing too much and avoiding forcing the handle (2), Fig. (D).
5. Put the coffee maker on the heat source. In the case of flame, keep it low so that it does not go beyond the rim of the coffee unit. In the case of an induction/electric/ceramic glass plate, do not use the highest heat, Fig. (E).
6. When the upper unit (3) is full of coffee, remove the coff ee maker from the heat source and pour.

BIALETTI INSPECTION SAFETY VALVE (8)

The Bialetti valve has been patented and designed to guarantee the use of the coffee maker in complete safety. Using the coffee maker with drinking water might entail the risk of the formation of limescale in the hole of the valve, causing its clogging. To avoid clogging arising from the limescale, just move the small piston coming out of the valve along its axis during normal washing operations, Fig. (F). It is advisable to carry out this inspection periodically to ensure its proper operation. The safety valve is a protective element and should intervene only in conditions of abnormal operation or use of the coffee maker.

FAQ

The safety valve vents:

• Make sure the coffee used is ground coffee for Moka.
• Make sure it is not pressed into the funnel.
• Make sure there is not too much water in the heater.
• When using the induction plate, check whether a too-high power or the boost function has been used. If the phenomenon still remains, it could signal a malfunction, therefore do not use the product and contact the dealer.

The coffee maker leaks water:

• Check the proper tightening of the coffee maker.
• Check the gasket for wear and replace, it if necessary.
• Make sure there are no coffee powder residues on the edge of the heater.

The coffee maker does not dispense coffee:

• Check the presence of all parts.
• Check the proper tightening of the coffee maker.
• Check the coffee maker for leakage.

The coffee is cold/too hot:

• Check the proper level of water, which must be at the same level as the bottom edge of the valve.

The coffee maker changed color:

• The coffee maker has remained on the heat source for too long. Anyway, this does not jeopardize the use of the product.

The coffee maker does not activate on the induction hob:

• For the use of induction, check the compatibility of the diameter of the coffee maker heater with the technical features of the hob.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Before carrying out cleaning and maintenance, wait for the appliance to cool completely.
• It is advisable to clean the coffee maker in all its parts, including the dispensing column, which must be free from coffee powder obstructions.
• After each use, wash with warm water without detergents and/ or abrasive materials (the product CANNOT be put in the dishwasher).
• Store the product perfectly dry in all its parts and not closed to prevent any build-up of stains/oxidations.
• Regularly perform the decalcification procedure:
  1. Fill the heater (7) with water up to the level, Fig. (A).
  2. Add two teaspoons of citric acid or vinegar.
  3. Reassemble the product and, without adding the coffee powder, dispense once.
  4. Throw away the solution obtained.
  5. Wash the coffee maker with current water and make coffee.
• Regularly check that the holes of the filter plate (4) are not obstructed, otherwise open them using a brush with delicate bristles or a needle.
• Periodically check the internal components and, in case of wearing or damage, replace them only with original Bialetti spare parts suitable for the model used.

Replace the gasket (5), if worn. It is recommended to replace it at least once a year anyway.

DISPOSAL OF THE APPLIANCE

• At the end of the life of the product, dispose of it in a waste collection centre.
• Adequate waste sorting and correct disposal contribute to avoiding negative impacts on the environment and public health and permit recycling of the materials of which the product is made.
• For more detailed information regarding the available collection systems, contact the local refuse center or the store where the product was purchased.

WARRANTY

The product is guaranteed for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase, with the functional conditions as foreseen in this instruction leaflet. In case of a claim for servicing under warranty, it is required to contact the dealer or Bialetti Industrie Spa and provide proof of purchase or an equivalent document showing the identifi – cation data of the dealer or the date of purchase. Warranty does not cover:

• The replaced components (plate, funnel, gasket, and handle) for non-original defects.
• Failures and/or defects caused by an use, which is improper or not-compliant with the instructions.
• Failures and/or defects arising from the use of non-COMPATIBLE spare parts.
• Damages caused by impacts falls, and limescale deposits.

*() Indicative value:** it can vary based on the amount of water or coffee, the type of coffee blend and its grinding, as well as the coffee maker model.

References

• Bialetti Official Store

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