LA PAVONI EXPO (01) PDF Document

To set up your LA PAVONI EXPO, follow these steps:

1. Place the grid (8) on the base of the product, making sure that the notch faces towards the body of the machine.

2. Screw the knob onto the lever by turning it clockwise.

Before the first use, you need to clean the inside of your LA PAVONI EXPO. Follow these steps:

1. Unscrew the boiler cap (3) by turning it anticlockwise.

2. Prepare a solution of water and two teaspoons of bicarbonate of soda in a container. Wait for it to dissolve completely, then pour the solution into the boiler (9). Alternatively, you can use a solution of water with one tablespoon of white vinegar.

3. Make sure the lever (1) is down; if necessary, pull it down fully.

4. Screw the boiler cap (3) on by turning it clockwise and ensure the cap and the steam knob (4) are properly closed.

5. Place the filter holder (10) into the group head (11) and secure it by moving it from right to left.

6. Insert the power plug into a suitable electric socket.

7. Place the switch (6) to ON and wait for the machine to reach the required pressure (approximately 5 minutes).

8. Place a container under the group head (11) and slowly lift the lever (1) until it is fully raised. Hold it in this position to discharge all the water from the boiler.

9. Switch the machine off and remove the power plug. Turn the steam knob (4) anticlockwise and wait until all the steam has discharged from the steam pipe (12).

10. Fill the boiler again with clean water and rinse the inside to eliminate any residues from the solution.

To start your LA PAVONI EXPO for daily coffee making, please follow these instructions:

1. Fill the boiler (9) with a sufficient quantity of water for the amount of coffee you wish to make. The machine has a capacity of 1.6 litres, equivalent to 16 cups of espresso coffee. The water should not exceed the top of the level glass (5) or fall below the lower part.

2. Press the switch (6). It will light up to indicate that the machine is powered. At the same time, the indicator light (7) will also switch on, indicating the heating element is activated.

3. When the pointer of the pressure gauge (13) reaches the green zone, slowly open the steam knob (4) by turning it anticlockwise to discharge the “false pressure” caused by air left in the boiler. Then close it by turning it clockwise and wait for the pointer to move back into the green zone.

4. The machine has now reached the correct pressure and is ready for use. It is normal for the light (7) to switch on and off as the pressure switch automatically regulates the boiler pressure.

Note: If the LA PAVONI EXPO runs out of water during operation, the safety thermostat will trigger and disconnect power. The thermostat will need to be reset (see troubleshooting).

To brew coffee with your LA PAVONI EXPO, follow this procedure:

1. Select the correct filter basket, small (16a) for 1 cup or large (16) for 2 cups, and place it into the filter holder (10). Insert the filter holder and wait for the machine to reach the correct temperature.

2. Once the machine is at the right temperature, remove the filter holder (10) and fill the filter basket with ground coffee using the provided measuring scoop (15). Use one scoop per cup.

3. Press the coffee using the tamper (14) and clean any residue from the edge of the filter (Fig. A).

4. Hold the machine steady by the handgrip of the lever (1) and insert the filter holder (10) into the group head (11). Secure it by turning it slightly from right to left.

5. Position your cup(s) under the spouts of the filter holder.

6. Move the lever (1) upwards while holding the filter holder handle with your other hand to keep the machine steady. Hold it in this position for a few seconds (Fig. C).

7. Lower the lever as far as it will go to dispense the coffee (Fig. D). Repeat this for the desired amount of coffee.

8. After preparing the coffee, leave the lever (1) in the down (rest) position and switch the machine off.

Tip: After dispensing 3-4 consecutive coffees, wait a few minutes to allow the group head to return to the right temperature to avoid dispensing burnt coffee.

Once the water in the boiler has run out, refill your LA PAVONI EXPO as follows:

1. Place the switch (6) in the off position before unscrewing the boiler cap (3).

2. Slowly turn the steam knob (4) anticlockwise and wait for all the steam in the boiler to be discharged from the steam pipe (12).

3. Remove the filter holder (10) and slowly lift the lever (1). Keep the lever up to allow steam and water to discharge through the group head. Use a container to collect the hot steam and water, being careful to avoid scalding.

4. When the steam and water stop discharging, slowly unscrew the boiler cap (3). Then fill the boiler.

5. Before screwing the boiler cap (3) back on, move the lever (1) to the rest position and close the steam knob (4) by turning it clockwise.

Warning: Do not open the boiler cap (3) when the LA PAVONI EXPO is in operation or under pressure to avoid burns. Regularly check the water level through the level glass (5) to prevent the heating element from burning out.

To make a cappuccino with the standard steam pipe on your LA PAVONI EXPO, follow these steps:

1. First, ensure there is a correct amount of water in the boiler and the machine is at the correct pressure, with the lever (1) in the down (rest) position.

2. Before heating, place a container under the steam pipe (12) and turn the steam knob (4) anticlockwise to eliminate any condensation in the boiler. Then open the knob further to dispense the required amount of steam (Fig. B). When finished, close the knob by turning it clockwise.

3. Half fill a tall, narrow container with the milk to be prepared.

4. Immerse the steam pipe (12) until it touches the bottom of the container and slowly turn the steam knob (4) anticlockwise.

5. Move the container slowly up and down for a few seconds until you obtain a froth.

6. To make a cappuccino, add the hot frothed milk to the coffee that is already in the cup.

To install and use the optional Automatic Cappuccino Maker (17) with your LA PAVONI EXPO, follow these instructions:

Installation:

1. Ensure the machine is switched off and the steam knob (4) is closed.

2. Using the provided tool (F), turn the headless screw on the tap body clockwise (Fig. E1) to release the steam nozzle.

3. Turn the traditional steam pipe (12) clockwise until it stops, then remove it by pulling it towards the right (Fig. E2).

4. Insert the Automatic Cappuccino maker onto the steam supply nozzle (18), pushing it upwards until it rests against the fitting. Tighten the locking ring by turning it clockwise.

5. Insert the Automatic Cappuccino maker (17) into its seat by pushing it to the left (Fig. F). Turn it anticlockwise until it stops.

6. Using the tool (F), turn the headless screw on the tap body (E) anticlockwise (Fig. E3) to lock the maker in position. Ensure the headless screw (F) is always in the locked position during operation.

Preparation:

1. Once the LA PAVONI EXPO has reached the required pressure, insert the suction tube (20) (B-Fig. F) into a milk container next to the machine.

2. Place the cup with previously prepared coffee under the nozzle of the Automatic Cappuccino maker.

3. Open the steam knob (4) by turning it anticlockwise. This will dispense hot milk with abundant froth.

4. To stop dispensing, close the steam knob (4) by turning it clockwise. You can regulate the froth consistency by adjusting the pin (C) (Fig. F).

You can prepare other hot drinks using the steam pipe (12) on your LA PAVONI EXPO.

For Tea/Camomile Tea:

1. Place the required amount of water into a container.

2. Immerse the steam pipe (12) into the liquid and slowly turn the steam knob (4) anticlockwise.

3. Open the steam knob completely to bring the liquid to a boil.

4. Add the tea sachet.

For Hot Chocolate:

1. Place the contents of a hot chocolate sachet into a container and slowly add a cup of milk, mixing carefully.

2. Immerse the steam pipe (12) until it touches the bottom of the container, slowly turn the steam knob (4) anticlockwise, and bring the drink to a boil.

3. Allow it to boil longer for a denser drink.

Warning: The steam is approximately 100°C. Do not place your hands under the steam pipe to avoid scalding.

Before any cleaning, unplug the power cable from the outlet.

Cleaning the Outside:

Clean the outside of the machine, the drip tray (8), and the drain well using a damp cloth, then dry it. Do not use alcohol, solvents, abrasives, or detergents.

Cleaning the Filter Holder:

Regularly clean the filter holder (10), the filter (16), and the shower screen in the group head (11) with warm water and a neutral detergent to prevent scale and remove coffee deposits. Do not use a blind filter for cleaning the group head.

Cleaning the Steam Pipe:

To prevent altering the taste of drinks and to avoid clogging, clean the steam pipe thoroughly with a damp cloth after every use.

Cleaning the Automatic Cappuccino Maker:

1. After each use, remove milk residues by placing the suction tube in a full glass of water and running it as if making a cappuccino, allowing the dirty water to drain into a container.

2. For a more thorough cleaning, turn the threaded locking ring (A) anticlockwise until the steam nozzle is released (Fig. F).

3. Remove the cover (D), the pin (C), and the pipe (B). Wash them thoroughly under warm running water to eliminate residues. Replace the components in reverse order.

If your LA PAVONI EXPO does not work and the ON/OFF switch light is off, check the following:

Cause:

1. No power.

2. The machine is not plugged in correctly.

3. The power cable is damaged.

Solution:

1. Switch the power on.

2. Insert the power plug correctly into the power socket.

3. Contact the SERVICE CENTRE for replacement if the cable is damaged.

If the ON/OFF switch light is on but the water in your LA PAVONI EXPO doesn’t heat up, here are the possible causes and solutions:

Cause:

1. The safety thermostat needs to be reset.

2. The heating element is broken or burnt out.

Solution:

1. Remove the base mat cap and press the red button to reset the thermostat.

2. Contact the SERVICE CENTRE if the heating element is faulty.

If your LA PAVONI EXPO is not dispensing coffee, check these potential issues:

Cause:

1. There is no water in the boiler.

2. The coffee is too finely ground.

3. There is too much coffee in the filter basket.

4. The coffee has been compacted (tamped) too much.

Solution:

1. Put water into the boiler.

2. Replace with a coarser coffee blend.

3. Reduce the amount of coffee in the filter basket.

4. Tamp the coffee less.

If the coffee from your LA PAVONI EXPO dispenses too quickly, consider these factors:

Cause:

1. The coffee is too coarsely ground.

2. There is not enough coffee in the filter basket.

3. The coffee has not been compacted (tamped) enough.

4. The coffee is stale or unsuitable.

Solution:

1. The coffee should be ground more finely.

2. Increase the amount of coffee.

3. Tamp the coffee more.

4. Replace the coffee.

If the coffee from your LA PAVONI EXPO is dispensing only in drops, the cause may be one of the following:

Cause:

1. The coffee is too finely ground.

2. There is too much coffee in the filter basket.

3. The coffee has been compacted (tamped) too much.

Solution:

1. The coffee should be ground more coarsely.

2. Reduce the amount of coffee.

3. Tamp the coffee less.

If coffee is leaking between the boiler unit and the filter holder on your LA PAVONI EXPO, check these points:

Cause:

1. The filter holder is not inserted correctly.

2. There is too much coffee in the filter basket.

3. The edge of the filter holder has not been cleaned.

4. The gasket of the boiler unit is worn.

Solution:

1. Insert it properly.

2. Reduce the amount of coffee.

3. Remove coffee residues from the edge of the filter holder.

4. Contact the SERVICE CENTRE if the gasket is worn.

If no froth (crema) forms on your coffee when using the LA PAVONI EXPO, the issue could be related to the coffee itself:

Cause:

1. The coffee blend is not suitable for this type of machine.

2. The grinding is unsuitable.

3. There is not enough coffee.

Solution:

1. Replace the coffee.

2. Adjust the coffee grind.

3. Increase the amount of coffee.

If the coffee from your LA PAVONI EXPO is consistently too cold, please check these possible causes:

Cause:

1. The machine had not reached the correct temperature.

2. The filter holder had not been pre-heated.

3. There is scale on the heating element.

4. The heating element is partially burnt out.

5. The pressure switch is not working within the required range.

Solution:

1. Follow the start-up instructions to ensure the machine is at the correct pressure.

2. The filter holder should be heated at the same time as the water.

3. Descale the machine.

4. Contact the SERVICE CENTRE for issues with the heating element or pressure switch.

If your coffee is too hot, it may indicate a problem with the pressure regulation.

Cause: The pressure switch is not working within the required range.

Solution: Contact the SERVICE CENTRE.

If the safety valve whistles and steam is exiting from the valve or condensation basin, it indicates a pressure regulation issue.

Cause:

1. The spring that regulates the safety valve is blocked.

2. The pressure switch is not working within the required range.

Solution: Contact the SERVICE CENTRE for both issues.

If your LA PAVONI EXPO is not dispensing steam, check for the following:

Cause:

1. The machine has not reached the correct pressure.

2. The holes at the end of the steam pipe are clogged.

3. There is no water in the boiler.

4. The steam pipe has not been inserted properly.

5. There is scale on the heating element.

Solution:

1. See the start-up instructions to ensure correct pressure.

2. Clean the holes with a needle.

3. Put water into the boiler.

4. Insert the steam pipe properly.

5. Descale the machine.

If your LA PAVONI EXPO becomes unusually noisy or vibrates, it could be due to the heating element.

Cause:

1. The coils of the heating element are too close.

2. There is scale on the heating element.

Solution:

1. Contact the SERVICE CENTRE if the coils are too close.

2. Descale the machine to remove scale buildup.

Your LA PAVONI EXPO must not be disposed of together with household waste. All waste electrical and electronic appliances must be disposed of separately from domestic waste and taken to authorized waste disposal facilities. Disposing of the used appliance correctly will help to safeguard the environment and human health.