Gourmia GCM4240 Espresso Maker User Manual
- June 17, 2024
- Gourmia
Table of Contents
USER MANUAL
8-IN-1 ONE-TOUCH
AUTOMATIC ESPRESSO MAKER
GCM4240
GCM4240 Espresso Maker
Model: GCM4240 | © 2024 Gourmia | 2.0
The Steelstone Group Brooklyn, NY | Gourmia.com
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been taken in the preparation of this manual, The Steelstone Group assumes no
responsibility for errors or omissions. Nor is any liability assumed for
damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Although
every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this
manual is complete and accurate, The Steelstone Group is not engaged in
rendering professional advice or services to the individual consumer; further,
The Steelstone Group shall not be held responsible for any loss or damage
allegedly arising from any information or suggestions in this manual.
Congratulations on the purchase of your Espresso Maker from Gourmia!
Here at Gourmia, our one and only goal is to make sure nutritious and
delicious meals are always a practical possibility no matter how fast-paced
your life is . Whether you’re in need of a hearty breakfast, a mid-day snack,
or a satisfying supper, our dependable, easy-to-use appliances are designed to
work for you while you work your way through your busy day.
This manual provides an overview and instructions on all the espresso maker’s
functions and features, along with directions for assembling, operating,
cleaning, and maintaining your appliance. Please read all safety instructions
before getting started. Keep this manual handy for future use and review.
Our team is available to help with any and every question you might have about
your new espresso maker. We’re excited for you and want you to get the most
out of your purchase—so whether you need assistance with setup or guidance on
which features to enable for which drinks,
we’re happy to walk you through it, step by step.
Happy and easy cooking!
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Before operating this espresso maker, read and follow all these basic safety precautions:
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The appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children should not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children unless they are 8 or older and supervised.
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Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years old.
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Make sure your outlet voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the rating label of the espresso maker.
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To protect against fire, electric shock, or injury to persons do not immerse cord, plug, or appliance in water or other liquid.
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Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
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Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
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do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug or if the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner . Return appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
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The use of accessories not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons .
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do not touch hot surfaces; use handles or knobs.
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do not operate this appliance outdoors . do not use for commercial purposes.
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do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch any hot surfaces.
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Use on a hard, flat, level, heatresistant surface only.
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Always be sure to secure the water reservoir tightly back inside the unit with the lid closed and filled with water between the minimum and maximum mark before turning the appliance on.
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do not remove the portafilter while brewing coffee. Exercise caution when removing the portafilter after brewing since the metal parts will be hot . Make sure to hold the portafilter by the handle and use the filter retention clip to dispose the grounds.
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Extreme caution must be exercised when moving appliances with hot liquids.
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Only remove the water reservoir when the appliance is turned off.
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This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remotecontrol system.
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do not remove the portafilter at any time during the brewing process.
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If coffee does not drip, it means the filter is blocked. Turn off the appliance and allow it to cool down. The blockage may be caused by the coffee being too finely ground.
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do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
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do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
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do not leave the appliance unattended when turned on.
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This appliance should only be used in households or similar environments.
Cord and plug Safety
- A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
- Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
- If an extension cord is used:
• The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least equal to the electrical rating of the appliance.
• 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.
Electrical polarized plug
This unit has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce
the risk of electric shock, the plug is intended to be used by inserting it
into the electrical outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit securely
into the outlet, reverse the plug and re- nsert. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician for assistance. Do not modify the plug in any
way.
| POWER | AC120V~ 60Hz 1,300W |
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KNOW YOUR ESPRESSO MAKER
Control
panel
When the espresso maker is turned on for the first time, only the CLEan icon
on the control panel will be blinking. You must prime the espresso maker to be
able to brew coffee. See “Setting Up and Priming the Espresso Maker” on page
8. After priming, all icons will light up on the control panel as long as the
milk reservoir is correctly inserted into the unit. 
USING YOUR ESPRESSO MAKER
Before first use
- Remove and discard all packaging material and stickers that are not permanent.
- Remove the water reservoir, milk reservoir, portafilter, filters, measuring scoop, and removable drip tray. Wash them with non-abrasive soap. Thoroughly dry the parts. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth.
CLEAN: Before using the espresso maker for the first time, it is required
to prime the appliance. See Setting up and priming the Espresso Maker below.
Setting up and priming the Espresso Maker
When the espresso maker is first turned on, only the CLEan icon will appear on
the control panel . This will continue until the appliance is primed .
- Place the espresso maker on a hard, flat, and heat-resistant surface.
- Detach the water reservoir and open the water reservoir cover.
- Fill the water reservoir with water between the “Min” and “Max” mark and reattach it to the back of the appliance.
- Plug the power cord into an outlet.
- Turn the espresso maker on by flicking the power switch on the right side of the appliance. The CLEan icon will blink on the control panel.
- Insert the empty milk reservoir into the appliance until it clicks into place. The CLEan icon will stop blinking and become steady.
- Set the froth strength control to the clean position.
- Turn the froth dispensing tube lever to rotate the froth dispensing tube upward.
- Place a heatproof cup or mug under the froth dispensing tube.
- Tap the CLEAN icon . The clean icon will blink until the espresso maker is done preheating. After preheating, water will dispense into the cup . When cleaning is complete, all other icons will appear on the control panel.
- Discard the water dispensed into the cup.
Filling the portafilter
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Select your filter size . Use the single-shot filter for one shot of espresso . Use the double-shot filter for larger sized drinks, or for a double shot of espresso . Align the gap in the filter with the groove in the portafilter . Drop the filter into the portafilter and rotate the filter to ensure it’s locked in place.
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Use the measuring spoon to fill the filter with espresso grounds.
Do not exceed the MAX line in the filter. -
Use the tamper end of the measuring spoon to press on the grounds . The surface of the espresso grounds should be smooth after pressing.
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Clean any excess grounds from the rim of the portafilter.
Placing the portafilter
- Place the portafilter underneath the brew head, with the handle facing toward the left.
- Keep one hand atop the appliance to keep it steady while fastening the portafilter into the brew head. The handle must align with the open lock icon on the brew head.
- Turn the handle to the right to lock the portafilter into the brew head . The handle must align with the closed lock icon on the brew head.
Mug Size Guide
Drink| ESPRESSO
| CAPPUCCINO
| LATTE| AMERICANO
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Shot| SINGLE| DOUBLE| SINGLE| DOUBLE| SINGLE| DOUBLE| SINGLE| DOUBLE
Size| 2 OZ| 3 OZ| 5 OZ| 10 OZ| 12 OZ| 16 OZ| 5 OZ| 10 OZ
note: To accommodate larger mugs, remove the drip tray .
Making an Espresso
Ensure the water reservoir is filled with water and placed to the back of
appliance and the espresso maker is plugged in and turned on .
- To fill the portafilter with espresso, follow the instructions under “Filling the Portafilter” on page 9 .
- To attach the portafilter to the brew head, follow the instructions under “Placing the Portafilter” on page 9 .
- Place a cup on the drip tray .
- For a single shot, tap the ESPRESSO icon once . For a double shot, tap the ESPRESSO icon twice . Your selected drink type will blink until the espresso maker is done preheating. After preheating, the brewing process will begin .
- When brewing is complete, the appliance will beep three times and your espresso will be ready for sipping .
- Discard the spent grounds by removing the portafilter from the brew head. Lift the filter retainer clip so that it’s placed over the filter edge, and hold it in place as you dump the grounds into the trash .
Making a Cappuccino
Ensure the water reservoir is filled with water and attached to the back of
appliance and the espresso maker is plugged in and turned on .
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Fill the milk reservoir with milk below the “Max” mark.
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Insert the milk reservoir into the appliance until it clicks into place . note: If the milk reservoir is not securely inside the appliance, the cappuccino function will not be available as an option.
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Set the froth strength control to the maximum strength . note: The above setting is a recommendation only.
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To fill the portafilter with espresso, follow the instructions under “Filling the Portafilter” on page 9 .
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To attach the portafilter to the brew head, follow the instructions under “Placing the Portafilter” on page 9.
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Position the froth dispensing tube over a large heatproof cup .
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For a single shot, tap the
CAPUCCINO icon once. For an double shot, tap the CAPPUCCINO icon twice . Your selected drink type will blink until the espresso machine is done preheating . After preheating, the brewing process will begin. -
When brewing is complete, the appliance will beep three times and your cappuccino will be ready for sipping .
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Discard the spent grounds by removing the portafilter from the brew head . Lift the filter retainer clip so that it’s placed over the filter edge, and hold it in place as you dump the grounds into the trash.
Making a Latte
Ensure the water reservoir is filled with water and attached to the back of
appliance and the espresso maker is plugged in and turned on.
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Fill the milk reservoir with milk below the “Max” mark .
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Insert the milk reservoir into the appliance until it clicks into place.
note: If the milk reservoir is not securely inside the appliance, the latte function will not be available as an option . -
Set the froth strength control to the minimum strength.
note: The above setting is a recommendation only . -
To fill the portafilter with espresso, follow the instructions under “Filling the Portafilter” on page 9 .
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To attach the portafilter to the brew head, follow the instructions under “Placing the Portafilter” on page 9.
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Position the froth dispensing tube over a large heatproof cup.
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For a single shot, tap the LATTE icon once. For a double shot, tap the LATTE icon twice. Your selected drink type will blink until the espresso machine is done preheating . After preheating, the brewing process will begin.
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When brewing is complete, the appliance will beep three times and your latte will be ready for sipping.
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Discard the spent grounds by removing the portafilter from the brew head. Lift the filter retainer clip so that it’s placed over the filter edge, and hold it in place as you dump the grounds into the trash.
Making an americano
Ensure the water reservoir is filled with water and attached to the back of
appliance and the espresso maker is plugged in and turned on .
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Insert a filled or empty milk reservoir into the appliance until it clicks into place .
note: If the milk reservoir is not securely inside the appliance, the americano function will not be available as an option . -
Set the froth strength control to the Clean / Americano position .
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To fill the portafilter with espresso, follow the instructions under “Filling the Portafilter” on page 9 .
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To attach the portafilter to the brew head, follow the instructions under “Placing the Portafilter” on page 9 .
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Position the froth dispensing tube over a large heatproof cup .
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For a single shot, tap the AMERICANO icon once . For a double shot, tap the AMERICANO icon twice . Your selected drink type will blink until the espresso machine is done preheating . After preheating, the brewing process will begin .
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When brewing is complete, the appliance will beep three times and your americano will be ready for sipping .
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Discard the spent grounds by removing the portafilter from the brew head . Lift the filter retainer clip so that it’s placed over the filter edge, and hold it in place as you dump the grounds into the trash .
Brewing in Manual Mode
Ensure the water reservoir is filled with water and attached to the back of
appliance and the espresso maker is plugged in and turned on .
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To fill the portafilter with espresso, follow the instructions under “Filling the Portafilter” on page 9 .
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To attach the portafilter to the brew head, follow the instructions under “Placing the Portafilter” on page 9 .
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Place a heatproof cup over the drip tray .
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Tap the MANUAL ESPRESSO icon . The text below the icon will blink for three seconds then the brew cycle will begin .
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When your desired amount of coffee has dispensed, tap the MANUAL ESPRESSO icon again and coffee will cease brewing .
note: The maximum amount of coffee that will dispense is 14 oz . -
Discard the spent grounds by removing the portafilter from the brew head . Lift the filter retainer clip so that it’s placed over the filter edge and hold it in place as you dump the grounds into the trash .
frothing Milk
Ensure the water reservoir is filled with water and attached to the back of
appliance and the espresso maker is plugged in and turned on .
- Fill the milk reservoir with milk below the “Max” mark .
- Secure the milk reservoir in the appliance until it clicks into place .
- Set the froth strength control .
- Position the froth dispensing tube over a heatproof cup .
- Tap the FROTH icon .
- Milk will froth for a maximum of three minutes . To stop frothing earlier, tap the FROTH icon again and milk will cease frothing .
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
The following cleaning instructions should be followed after every use of the
espresso maker.
Cleaning the portafilter and Brew Head
- Turn the appliance off and unplug the power cord from the outlet . Wait for the metal parts to cool down before touching them .
- Remove the portafilter from the brew head and dump the used espresso grounds . Lift the filter retainer clip so that it’s placed over the filter edge, and hold it in place as you dump the espresso grounds into the trash .
- Rinse the single-shot filter, double-shot filter, and portafilter with warm, soapy water .
- Wipe the underside of the brew head with a damp cloth to clean off any excess coffee grounds .
Cleaning the Water reservoir
- Discard leftover water .
- Wash the water reservoir with soapy water . Rinse and dry well .
Cleaning the Milk reservoir and frothing tube
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Remove the milk reservoir from the unit . If there is any remaining milk, pour the milk into a separate container and store it in the refrigerator .
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Wash the milk reservoir and milk reservoir lid thoroughly with warm, soapy water . Do not use abrasive cleansers and scouring pads .
note: Hand wash only! The milk reservoir is not dishwasher safe . -
Ensure there is water in the water reservoir .
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Position the froth dispensing tube over a large heatproof cup .
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Set the froth strength to the Clean / Americano position . Tap the CLEAN icon .
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Wait until all the water has finished dispensing before removing the cup from underneath the brew head (the unit will beep three times and other function buttons will reappear) .
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Dispose of the water in the mug and any remaining water in the milk reservoir and water reservoir .
Descaling
After using the espresso maker for a while, limescale will begin to build up
inside the appliance . After 300 uses, only the CLEan icon will appear on the
control panel, indicating the espresso maker needs to be descaled .
- Fill the removable water reservoir with equal parts water and vinegar between the “Min” and “Max” mark .
- Use the froth dispensing tube lever to rotate the froth dispensing tube upward and position a mug underneath it .
- Tap the CLEAN icon .
- Allow remaining water and vinegar to sit overnight in the water reservoir .
- On the following day, discard the water and vinegar .
- Rinse the water reservoir thoroughly with tap water and then pour the water back into the sink .
- Fill up the water reservoir with water and begin brewing again . This washes out any remaining vinegar .
notE: If an odor of vinegar persists, run another cycle with water .
Troubleshooting
| ISSUE | SOLUTIONS |
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| Only the CLEAN icon appears on the control panel. | The other icons will appear |
when the espresso maker is primed. See “Setting Up and Priming the Espresso
Maker” on page 8.
Only the ESPRESSO and MANUAL ESPRESSO icons appear on the control panel.| The
other icons will appear when the milk reservoir is correctly inserted into the
unit. Insert the milk reservoir into the unit by aligning the groove on top of
the reservoir with the notch on the unit and pushing. It will click into place
when done correctly.
A drink has been chosen and the unit is running, but no coffee is dispensing
from the portafilter.| Detach then reattach the water reservoir to the unit
(this may need to be done a few times). Run a clean cycle. See CLEANING THE
MILK RESERVOIR AND FROTHING TUBE on page 17.
Water is spreading from the drip tray when brewing or cleaning.| A. Water
dispenses from the froth dispensing tube when brewing Americano or running a
clean cycle. Ensure the froth dispensing tube is above the cup.
B. Empty the drip tray.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE
This Limited Warranty is for one full year from the date of purchase and
requires proof of purchase from an authorized seller . It is applicable to the
original purchaser only and is not transferable to a third party user . Repair
or replacement of defective parts is solely at Gourmia’s discretion. In the
event that repair isn’t possible, Gourmia will replace the product/part . If
product repair/replacement won’t suffice, Gourmia has the option of refunding
the cash value of the product or component returned.
Product defects not covered under the Warranty provisions include normal wear
and damage incurred from use or accidental negligence, misuse of instruction
specifications or repair by unauthorized parties . Gourmia is not liable for
any incidental or consequential damages incurred by such circumstances.
Only valid within the United States.
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