KitchenAid W11653917B Espresso Machine Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- KitchenAid
Table of Contents
**KitchenAid W11653917B Espresso Machine Instruction Manual
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Product Overview
Quick Start Guide
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Install Water Filter and fill Water Tank.
TIP: Soak Water Filter for 5 minutes before inserting into the Water Filter Holder. -
**Fill the Bean Hopper.
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Turn ON the machine.
NOTE: If the water drop icon light blinks, refer to the QR code or the Owner’s Manual for Pump Priming Instructions. -
Select desired Filter Basket and insert into the Portafilter.
Filter Basket Selection Table
BASKET
TYPE| SHOT| GRIND KNOB
LOCATION| DOSE
(GRAM)| USE FOR
---|---|---|---|---
Single wall
**| 1 Shot
| | –
1 0 1 2| Freshly ground
whole bean coffee
Single wall
**| 2 Shot
| | 1 0 1 2| Freshly ground
whole bean coffee
Double wall
| 1 Shot
| | 10-12| Not freshly ground
or roasted coffee
beans
Double wall
| 2 Shot
| | | 1 0 1 2| Not freshly ground
or roasted coffee
beans
5. Insert Portafilter into Portafilter Holder under the grinder.
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Slide the knob to adjust the grind size
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Select the coffee dose and grind amount to match the Filter Basket.
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Press the grind start button to grind coffee to the pre-selected dose amount.
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Remove Portafilter and apply even pressure to tamp coffee to the marked line inside the Filter Basket
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Insert the Portafilter into the Group Head and rotate to lock.
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Select Espresso mode , personalize temperature, and dose.
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Press the start button to pull the selected Espresso shot.
NOTE: To ensure proper operation, make sure the grind amount knob indicator is aligned with the graphic dots. If the knob is positioned between settings, it will not operate
Ideal Espresso
The pressure should read anywhere within the espresso range for an ideal
espresso.
What to Look for
Smoother flow_
Thick crema___
Well-balanced and smooth_____
Tips for Tamping
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Tamp the coffee grounds with firm and even pressure.
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Use a flat surface and the marking in Filter Basket to ensure grounds are evenly level.
TIP: Always use freshly ground coffee.
**Under Extraction
What to Look for
Espresso is pale brown Tastes more weak and watery
Dosage**
Increase dosage
TIP: Use a double wall basket if you continue to have an issue with an
under extracted shot.
Grind size
Make grind finer
**Over Extraction
What to Look for
Espresso is dark brown Tastes more bitter and burnt
Dosage**
Decrease dosage
Grind size
Make grind coarser
The best way to get started is through our online content. Scan to view
guides, videos, and more product support.
For Troubleshooting, Maintenance and Care refer to the Owner’s Manual and
online Product Guide.
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Fill Milk Pitcher to bottom of pouring spout (approximately 1/3 full).
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Select the Steam mode , point the Steam Wand towards the Drip Tray and press start button to purge.
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To froth , submerge the tip of the Steam Wand just below the surface of milk and angle the pitcher. Press start.
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To heat , submerge the Steam Wand deeper in the Milk Pitcher.
TIP: Remember to purge Steam Wand after every use.
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To use the independent Water Spout, toggle mode to hot water setting.
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Place a cup under the Hot Water Spout, select the desired water dose and press start button.
