Livoo DOD174 Espresso Coffee Maker User Manual

Espresso coffee maker
Reference : DOD174
Version : 1.5
User manual

General Instructions

PLEASE, TAKE TIME TO READ WELL THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE PARTICULARLY BEFORE THE FIRST USE.
A misuse of the appliance can damage it or hurt the user. Assure that you use the appliance for the use for which it is designed; we refuse any responsibilities as for the damages by an incorrect use or a bad manipulation.

1. Before use check that the voltage of your wall outlet correspond to the rated voltage manner.
2. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by  themanufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard (*).
3. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
4. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.
5. Appliances can be used by 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 if they understand the hazards involved.
6. Children shall not play with the appliance.
7. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surface.
8. Do not touch hot surface. Use handles or knobs only.
9. Close supervision is necessary when your appliance is being used near children or infirm persons.
10. Do not place an appliance on or near a hot gas or on a heated oven.
11. Do not use outdoors (Household use only).
12. The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of external timer or separate remote control system.
13. It is absolutely necessary to keep this appliance clean at all times as it comes into direct contact with food.
14. Regarding the instruction for cleaning surfaces in contact with food thanks to refer to the below paragraph “cleaning” in manual.
15. Appliance must not be immersed.
16. There is potential injury from misuse
17. The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use.
18. WARNING: The filling aperture must not be opened during use.
19. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
    • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments
    • farm houses
    • by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments
    • bed and breakfast type environments

(*) Competent qualified electrician: after sales department of the producer or importer or any person who is qualified, approved and competent to perform this kind of repairs in order to avoid all danger.
In any case you should return the appliance to this electrician
This instruction manual is available too on our website www.livoo.fr

SPECIFICATION

Voltage: 220-240V~ 50-60Hz
Power: 1350W
Brewing period must be followed by rest period of 1 min

Surfaces are liable to get hot during use.

DESCRIPTION

1. Water tank lid
2. Water tank
3. Steam knob
4. Pressure gauge
5. On/off switch
6. Steam tube
7. Cup holder tray
8. Drip tray
9. Coffee filter
10. Filter holder
11. Filter holder handle
12. Measuring spoon
13. Coffee filter for ESE pods
14. On switch
15. Coffee switch
16. Steam switch
17. Red led light
18. Steam led indicator|
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USE OF THE APPLIANCE

Before first use:
Take out from the packing, clean all the removable parts.
Warning: The machine might emit some noises during the cleaning and water dispensing process, it is something normal.
Clean the appliance’s internal conduits before the first use:

1. Place it on a stable and flat surface.
2. Before the first use, the pump must be initiated. To initiate the pump, plug in your device and remove the tank.
3. Fill the water tank between the MIN and MAX mark.
4. Place a little water directly in the hole where the bottom of the tank is positioned.
5. Switch on your device by pressing the “on” button. Wait until the light stops flashing.
6. When the light is on without flashing, slide the coffee switch up. The water at the bottom of the hole is absorbed and the pump is initiated.
7. Immediately replace the tank in position in the back of the appliance. For more information, see the demonstration video accessible via the “QR CODE” link below.https://qrco.de/bctxXD
8. Place a mug or cup on the holder tray. Make sure the steam switch and steam knob are set to the off position.
9. Assemble the filter holder with the filter inside, but do not add any coffee. Make sure it is properly locked into place.
10. Place the cup under the coffee outlet nozzles.
11. Slide the coffee switch downwards, the machine will start dispensing hot water. Slide it upwards to stop water from coming out.
12. Once water has stopped being dispensed, remove the water tank, rinse it and clean the cup used.
    The coffee machine is now ready to use.

Note: if you want to carry out a more thorough cleaning cycle of the inside parts of the appliance, use a solution ¼ of vinegar and ¾ water, or use descaling product.

USE

Filling the filter with coffee

1. Insert the filter in the filter holder.
2. Fill the filter with ground coffee.
3. Make sure the coffee introduced does not exceed the filter’s edge.
4. Use the measuring spoon and coffee press to press coffee down, add coffee if necessary and press it down again.
5. Remove excess coffee from the filter’s edge to ensure easy assembly of the filter holder in the unit and to ensure good operation.

Note: pressing coffee down is a very important part of brewing coffee.

Installing the filter holder

1. Rotate the filter holder to the left to remove it.

2. Choose the desired filter: coffee filter (9) or biggest coffee filter (13)
   The (13) coffee filter will require a greater amount of coffee.

3. Follow the above steps to fill the filter with coffee.
   Note: Use freshly ground coffee to obtain best results.

4. Assemble the filter holder back in the appliance by rotating it to the right until it fits into the lock position. Warning: The appliance will switch to standby mode after 2 minutes of inactivity. If it enters standby mode, it is recommended to turn the On/off switch to the off position.
   Brewing coffee
   Note: Use only potable, fresh, cold water for brewing coffee.

5. Fill the filter with coffee (coffee (9) or coffee filter for ESE pods (13).

6. Install the filter holder.

7. Turn the device on by setting the On/off switch on. The red indicator light will start blinking and the machine will start heating up.

8. Once it has finished heating, the red light will turn steady.

9. Slide the coffee switch downwards, the machine will start brewing coffee. Once you have enough coffee, take the switch to the off position.

Brewing coffee with milk

Once your coffee has been brewed, start preparing milk:

1. Slide the steam switch downwards, the blue light indicator will start blinking.

2. Once the appliance has heated up, the blue light indicator will stop blinking.

3. Fill in a cup or mug with milk. It is recommended to use whole milk at room temperature for better results.
   Note:
   • Do not use warm milk with the steam function.
   • It is recommended to use a milk mug or container with a diameter not smaller than 70 ± 5 mm.
   Remember that the milk doubles its volume. For this reason, make sure the milk mug/container height is sufficient.

4. Introduced the steam tube in the mug or container at a depth of 1-2 cm. When frothing milk, move the mug or container up and down. Slowly rotate the steam knob anticlockwise for steam to be emitted. Warning: Do not rotate the steam knob quickly, otherwise steam will be accumulated and will cause milk to be ejected, causing burns.
   The steam tube might emit some water droplets before producing steam.

5. Once the required milk froth is ready, rotate the steam knob clockwise and set the steam switch to the off position.

Hot water

1. Turn the appliance on by setting the On/off switch on. The red indicator light will start blinking and the machine will start heating up.
2. Once it has finished heating, the red light will turn steady.
3. Slide the coffee switch downwards, the machine will start dispensing hot water. Once you have obtained enough hot water, take the switch to the off position.
4. Allow the machine to preheat and repeat these steps to dispense hot water as many times as necessary.

Cooling process

After steam is emitted or coffee is brewed, the appliance’s temperature is likely to increase so much, which means that all of its components will become very hot as it has been operating at high pressure. Both of the light indicators will start blinking quickly, indicating the appliance’s temperature has to be decreased.

• Rotate the steam knob anticlockwise and slide the coffee switch to the on position. Water will be dispensed through the steam tube.
• When the red light indicator stops blinking, turn off the coffee switch and set the steam knob to the off position. Temperature will start decreasing.
• The machine will now be ready to brew more coffee.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

Turn off, unplug appliance from the power supply and allow it to cool down completely before cleaning.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads as they could cause damage to the product’s surface.

1. Use a soft, dampened cloth to clean the outer part of the appliance regularly.
2. Do not use metal, sharp or rough cleaning accessories, as they may damage the product.
3. Do not immerse the main body in water or other liquids.
4. Wash the water tank, drip tray, measuring spoon, filter holder, filter and cup-holder tray under running water after each use.
5. After using the steam function, the tube must be cleaned with a cloth immediately after. Allow steam to be released to avoid possible blockages inside the tube.
6. If the steam tube is clogged, use a needle to unblock the conduct.
7. Turn the filter holder left to detach it and empty all coffee residues inside it. Then, use water and a cloth to clean it, do not wash it in the dishwasher.
8. Dry thoroughly all components before storing the appliance or using it again.

Cleaning the filter holder

1. Remove the filter holder.
2. Lift the filter lock and hold the filter tight with it.
3. Tap the filter gently against the bin to remove coffee grounds.
4. Lower the filter lock back.
5. Remove the filter from the filter holder
6. Wash the filter holder and the filter as described in the section above.

Cleaning the water tank

1. Remove the water tank from the machine.
2. Thoroughly wash the tank and its lid under running water with a mild detergent. Then, rinse it with water.
3. Leave until completely dry.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

tray.
The coffee maker is malfunction.| Please clean the drip tray.
Please contact with the authorized service facility for repairing.
Water leaks out of outer side of filter.| There is some coffee powder on filter edge.| Get rid of them.
Acid (vinegar) taste exists in Espresso coffee.| No clean correctly after cleaning mineral deposits.| Clean coffee maker per the content in “before the first use”
for several times.
The coffee maker cannot work any more| The power outlet is not plugged well.| Plug the power cord into a wall outlet correctly, if the appliance
still does not work, please contact with the authorized  service facility for repairing.
The coffee maker cannot work any more| Pump does not initiate| Please refer to the paragraph “Before first use” points 2 to 7 as
well as the explanation video.
The steam cannot froth.| The steam ready indicator is not illuminated.
The container is too big or the shape is not fit.
You have used skimmed milk| Only after the steam ready indicator is illuminated, the steam can be used to froth Use high and narrow cup.
Use whole milk.

Correct Disposal of this product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
The European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Facilities Electrical and Electronic (WEEE)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product or their local authority office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling.

LIVOO
BP 61071
67452 Mundolsheim-FRANCE

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