FIRST AUSTRIA FA-5471-1 Electric Moka Maker Instruction Manual

FIRST AUSTRIA FA-5471-1 Electric Moka Maker

Product Information

The Electric Moka Maker is a coffee brewing appliance that allows you to make traditional Moka coffee. It consists of several parts, including:

• Lid – Covers the pitcher and boiler
• Pitcher – Holds the brewed coffee
• Boiler – Holds water and heats it to brew the coffee
• Disk filter – Filters the brewed coffee
• Gasket – Provides a seal between the pitcher and boiler
• Power base – Provides power to the appliance
• Power cable – Connects the appliance to a power source
• On/Off switch – Controls the power supply
• Pilot light – Indicates whether the appliance is turned on or off
• Safety valve – Releases excess pressure during the brewing
• Funnel filter – Holds the ground coffee
• Adapter disc – Used with the funnel filter for brewing half amount of coffee
• Tube – Connects the funnel filter to the boiler

Product Usage Instructions

1. 1. Before first use, wash all parts with hot water. Then boil a  

   few batches of coffee and pour it away.

2. To prepare the coffee:

3. Place the appliance on a flat surface.

4. Ensure that the moka maker is cold, then unscrew the pitcher from the boiler by turning it counterclockwise.

5. Remove the funnel filter from the boiler.

6. For a full pot of coffee: Fill the boiler with fresh water right below the safety valve. For half the amount of coffee: Fill the boiler halfway with fresh water.
   Caution: Do not use the Moka maker without water in the boiler.

7. For a full pot of coffee: Insert the funnel filter into the boiler. For half the amount of coffee: Insert the funnel filter into the boiler, then put the adapter disc into the funnel filter.

8. Fill the funnel filter with medium-ground coffee, without pressing it. Fill it gradually to avoid spilling.

9. Distribute the ground coffee evenly and remove excess coffee from the edge of the filter.

10. Screw the pitcher firmly back onto the boiler.

11. Close the lid and place the moka maker on the power base.

12. Press the on/off switch. The coffee extraction will start after a few minutes.

13. At the end of brewing, stir the coffee slightly before serving it.

14. Cleaning & Maintenance:

Never rinse the boiler under tap water and never immerse it in water.

Transportation:

There are no special transport regulations for the product. When transporting the unit, use the original packaging. During transportation, avoid drops, impacts, direct exposure to atmospheric precipitation, and aggressive environments.

1. 1. Specifications:

   • Power Source: 220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
   • FA-5471-1: 300ml max capacity (6 cups), 480W
   • FA-5471-2: 300ml max capacity (6 cups), 480W
   • FA-5471-3: 150ml max capacity (3 cups), 400W
   • The unit operating life is 3 years.
2. Environment-Friendly Disposal:

You can help protect the environment! Please remember to respect the local regulations and hand in the non-working electrical equipment to an appropriate waste disposal center.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The safety of electrical appliances from FIRST Austria complies with the recognized technical directives and legal regulations for safety. Nevertheless, you and the other users of the appliance should observe the following:

• Please read these instructions carefully before using this appliance for the first time and keep them for further reference.

• This product has not been designed for any other uses than those specified in this manual.

• Before connecting the appliance to the power source, check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds with the mains voltage in your home. If this is not the case, contact your dealer and do not use the appliance.

• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces.

• Do not operate or place any part of this appliance on or near any hot surface (such as gas or electric burner or a heated oven).

• Ensure that the appliance is used on a firm and flat surface out of reach of children, this will prevent from overturning and avoid damage or injury.

• Only use this product with the supplied base unit. Do not use the base unit for other puposes.

• To protect from electrical hazard, do not immerse this appliance or cordset in any liquids.

• If the appliance or the power cord shows any signs of damage, do not operate it! Take the product to an authorized and qualified service center for inspection or repair.

• Ensure the appliance is turned off and disconnected from power source before filling it with water.

• Do not operate the product without water in it.

• Do not attempt to plug in or unplug the appliance with wet hands or feet in the water.

• This device is intended for home use only, do not use it commercially.

• Do not use this appliance outdoors.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is operating.
  The appliance becomes hot during operation.

• Therefore, be careful not to touch any of the hot parts.

• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot liquids.

• Always disconnect the appliance from the power source before draining the water.

• Always disconnect the appliance from power after use, before cleaning and in the event of a malfunction.

• As long as the appliance is hot, it should be supervised, even if it is not connected to the mains. Allow the appliance to cool down fully before cleaning and storing it.

• Do not pull directly on the power cord, rather pull on the plug to disconnect the appliance from the power source.

• The appliance is not a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Children do not realize the dangers which can arise when working with electrical appliances. Therefore, they should only be allowed to use electrical appliances under supervision. Special care should be taken in the presence of children.

• 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.

• We are excluded of liability for all damages that may arise if the appliance is used for purposes other than originally intended or if it is used inappropriately.

• Repairs and other work undertaken on the unit must only be done by authorised specialist personnel!

KNOW YOUR MOKA MAKER

Fig. A

• A. Lid
• B. Pitcher
• C. Boiler
• D. Disk filter
• E. Gasket
• F. Power base
• G. Power cable
• H. On/Off switch
• I. Pilot light
• J. Safety valve
• K. Funnel filter
• L. Adapter disc
• M. Tube

BEFORE FIRST USE

Before first use, wash all parts with hot water. Then boil a few batches of coffee and pour it away.

HOW TO PREPARE THE COFFEE

(Fig. B)

1. Place the appliance on a flat surface.
2. Check that the moka maker is cold, then unscrew the pitcher (B) from the boiler (C) by turning it counterclockwise (Fig. 1).
3. Remove the funnel filter (K) from the boiler.
4. a) For a full pot of coffee:
   • Fill the boiler (C) with fresh water right below the safety valve (J) without exceeding it (Fig. 2).
   • b) For the half amount of coffee:
   • Fill the boiler (C) halfway with fresh water (Fig. 2).
   • Caution: Do not use the moka maker without water in the boiler.
5. a) For a full pot of coffee: Insert the funnel filter (K) into the boiler (C) (Fig. 3).
   • b) For the half amount of coffee: Insert the funnel filter (K) into the boiler (C) (Fig. 3), then put the adapter disc (L) into the funnel filter (K) (Fig. 4).
6. Fill the funnel filter (K) with ground coffee, without pressing it (Fig. 5). Fill it gradually to avoid spilling the ground coffee.
7. Distribute the ground coffee evenly and remove excess coffee from the edge of the filter.
   • Note: Use medium-ground coffee, for moka coffee makers.
8. Screw the pitcher (B) firmly back onto the boiler (C).
9. Close the lid and place the moka maker on the power base (Fig. 6).
10. Press the on/off switch (H) (Fig. 7).
11. The coffee extraction will start after a few minutes.
12. At the end of brewing, stir the coffee slightly before serving it.

CLEANING & MAINTAINENCE

• Always unplug the appliance from power and allow it to cool down before cleaning.
• Never immerse the power base and power cord in water. Do not let the electrical parts come into contact with moisture.
• Clean the inside of the tube periodically.
• Regularly check the funnel and the gasket. Replace if there are signs of wear or deterioration.
• Check that the holes in the disk filter are not blocked. If necessary, clean it by using a pin (Fig. 8).
• Do not wash the coffee maker in the dishwasher!
• Do not use solvents or abrasive detergents. Clean it with a damp sponge.
• Never rinse the boiler under the tap water and never immerse it in water.

STORAGE

• It is recommended to store in a covered and dry place at an ambient temperature not higher than +40°C with relative humidity above 70 % and the absence in the environment of dust, acid, and other vapors.

TRANSPORTATION

• There are no special transport regulations for the product. When transporting the unit, use the original packaging. During transportation, avoid drops, impacts, and other mechanical influences on the device, as well as direct exposure to atmospheric precipitation and aggressive environments.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Power Source: 220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
• FA-5471-1: 300ml max capacity (6 cups), 480W
• FA-5471-2: 300ml max capacity (6 cups), 480W
• FA-5471-3: 150ml max capacity (3 cups), 400W
• The unit operating life is 3 years

Environment-friendly disposal

• You can help protect the environment!
• Please remember to respect the local regulations: hand in the non-working electrical equipment to an appropriate waste disposal center.

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