LA PAVONI STRADIVARI PROFESSIONAL (01) PDF Document

To ensure your LA PAVONI STRADIVARI PROFESSIONAL is ready for its first use, follow these steps to clean the internal components:

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 in the down position; if necessary, pull it down fully.

4. Screw the boiler cap (3) on by turning it clockwise and ensure both 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 been discharged from the steam pipe (12).

10. Fill the boiler again with clean water and rinse the inside of the machine to eliminate any residues left by the solution.

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

2. Press the switch (6). It will light up to indicate the machine is powered. The indicator light (7) will also switch on to indicate the heating element has been 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 of the pressure gauge to move back into the green zone.

4. The machine has now reached the correct pressure and is ready to dispense coffee and steam.

Note: It is normal for the indicator light (7) to switch on and off. This is due to the pressure switch automatically regulating the pressure of the boiler. If the machine runs out of water during operation, the safety thermostat will trigger and disconnect power. The thermostat will need to be reset (see troubleshooting section).

1. Select the correct filter basket: small (16a) for 1 cup or large (16) for 2 cups. Place it into the filter holder (10). Insert the filter holder and wait for the machine to reach the correct temperature. In the meantime, prepare your cups, coffee, and milk.

2. After it reaches the right temperature, remove the filter holder (10) and fill the filter basket with ground coffee using the measuring scoop (15). Use one scoop for each cup of coffee.

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

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 handle of the filter holder with your other hand to keep the machine steady. Hold it in this position for a few seconds.

7. Then lower the lever as far as it will go to dispense coffee. Repeat this procedure according to the amount of coffee required.

8. After preparing the coffee, leave the lever (1) in the down (rest) position and switch the machine off. This prevents water remaining in the boiler from leaking out of the group head (11).

Tips for a good espresso:

• Use good quality, well-roasted, and finely ground coffee.

• For steady coffee delivery, the pressure exerted on the lever should be proportional to the resistance met.

• Before dispensing your first cup, we suggest you lift the lever (1) completely to dispense a cup of hot water. This heats the group head (11), filter holder, and filter.

• 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 it by following these steps:

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

2. Slowly turn the steam knob (4) anticlockwise and wait for all the steam in the boiler to be discharged from the 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 steam and water, taking care as they are very hot.

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.

Caution: Do not open the boiler cap (3) when the machine is in operation or still under pressure to avoid burns. Regularly check the water level through the level glass (5). A lack of water may cause the heating element to burn out.

1. Half fill a tall, narrow container with milk.

2. Ensure the lever (1) is in the down (rest) position. 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 steam knob further for steam dispensing and close it when finished.

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

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

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

The traditional steam pipe can be replaced with the optional Automatic Cappuccino Maker (17) before starting the machine. Proceed as follows:

1. Make sure 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 to release the steam nozzle.

3. Turn the steam pipe (12) clockwise until it stops. Then remove it from its seat by pulling it towards the right.

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

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

6. Using the provided tool (F), turn the headless screw on the tap body anticlockwise to lock the automatic cappuccino maker in position.

After the machine has reached the required pressure:

1. Insert the suction tube (20) into the milk container next to the machine.

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

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

4. To stop dispensing, close the steam knob (4) by turning it clockwise.

You can regulate the froth by adjusting the pin (C) of the maker. Move the pin upwards to obtain a froth with a greater volume.

Before heating any drink, place a container under the steam pipe (12) and turn the steam knob (4) anticlockwise to eliminate any condensation from the boiler.

Tea, Camomile Tea:

1. Place the needed 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 dispense a large quantity of steam, which will bring the liquid to a boil.

4. Add the contents of the sachet of the drink you wish to prepare.

Hot Chocolate:

1. Place the contents of the 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 the drink to boil longer if you wish to make it denser.

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

Cleaning the Outside of the Machine:

Clean the outside of the machine, the drip tray (8), and the drain well on the base with a damp cloth and 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:

Remove milk residues each time the maker is used. Place a full glass of water next to the machine and immerse the suction tube. Proceed as if preparing a cappuccino, allowing the dirty water to drain into a suitable container. For a more thorough cleaning:

1. Turn the threaded locking ring (A) anticlockwise until the steam nozzle is released.

2. Remove the cover (D), the pin (C), and the pipe (B) and wash them thoroughly under warm running water to eliminate residues. Then replace the components in the reverse order.