The Decakila KUCF010M is an espresso coffee machine with an integrated grinder, designed for household and similar applications. This appliance offers a comprehensive coffee-making experience, from grinding fresh beans to brewing single or double cups of espresso, and even frothing milk.
Function Description:
The primary function of this machine is to brew espresso coffee using freshly ground beans. It features an integrated grinder, allowing users to grind coffee beans to their preferred coarseness directly before brewing. The machine supports both single and double-cup brewing, with customizable coffee dose settings. It also includes a hot water function and a steam function for frothing milk, enabling the preparation of various coffee beverages like lattes and cappuccinos. A PID temperature control system ensures that the coffee is extracted at an optimal temperature, which can be adjusted by the user to suit different taste preferences. The machine also incorporates a descaling reminder and program to maintain its performance and longevity.
Important Technical Specifications:
While specific power ratings (voltage, wattage) are not explicitly detailed in the provided pages, the manual emphasizes checking the wall outlet voltage against the rating plate, indicating it's an electrical appliance. The grinder allows for adjustment of coffee powder coarseness from 0 to 30, with a recommended setting between 5-10 for freshly roasted beans. For double-cup brewing, the grinder produces approximately 19g of powder (about 14 seconds of grinding), and for single-cup, about 13g (about 10 seconds). The maximum customizable dose for single-cup coffee is 120mL, and for double-cup coffee, it's 220mL. The hot water function has a maximum output of 180-220mL. The coffee extraction temperature can be adjusted between 88-96°C, in 2°C increments. The machine automatically enters sleep mode after 20 minutes of inactivity.
Usage Features:
- Integrated Grinder: The machine features a top-mounted bean box and an adjustable grinder. Users can select the desired coffee coarseness (from 0 to 30) by rotating the bean box. The grinder automatically stops after reaching the set grinding amount, which can be customized.
- Brewing Options: Dedicated buttons for "SINGLE" and "DOUBLE" allow for easy selection of single or double espresso shots. The coffee dose for both single and double cups is customizable by pressing and holding the respective brew button until the desired amount is dispensed, then releasing.
- Hot Water Function: By turning the main knob to the hot water position, the machine dispenses hot water from the steam tube, useful for preheating cups or making Americanos.
- Steam Function: The steam wand, controlled by the main knob, allows users to froth milk for milk-based coffee drinks. A silicone sleeve on the steam tube ensures safe handling.
- Temperature Customization: The extraction temperature can be adjusted between 88-96°C in 2°C increments, allowing users to fine-tune the bitterness and acidity of their coffee. This mode is accessed by pressing the ON/OFF and SINGLE buttons simultaneously for 4 seconds.
- Preheating Recommendation: It is recommended to preheat the appliance, including the funnel, filter, and cup, by running hot water through them before brewing to ensure optimal coffee quality.
- Water Shortage Reminder: The machine alerts the user when the water tank is low on water, with flashing indicators and a buzzer sound.
- Factory Settings Restore: In case of incorrect settings, users can restore the machine to factory defaults by pressing and holding the ON/OFF, GRIND, SINGLE, and DOUBLE buttons simultaneously.
- Control Panel: The control panel includes indicators for bean box, hot water, steam, knob position, and clean/preheat status, along with ON/OFF, GRIND, SINGLE, and DOUBLE buttons, and a central knob for function selection.
Maintenance Features:
- Cleaning the Grinder: Regular cleaning of the grinder is crucial to prevent blockages and maintain coffee taste. This involves removing the bean box and grinding wheel, then using the provided cleaning brush to clean the grinder chamber, powder channel, and gears. The grinding wheel should not be rinsed directly with water.
- Descaling Program: The machine has a descaling reminder and an automated descaling program that takes about 10 minutes. Users can use coffee machine descaling tablets, liquid descaler, or a mixture of white vinegar and warm water for descaling. The process involves filling the water tank with the descaling solution and placing containers under the brewing head and steam tube to collect the solution.
- General Cleaning: All detachable parts should be cleaned with warm water and cleaning liquid after each use. The external surface of the machine can be wiped with a moisture-proof sponge. The metal funnel and filter accessories should be cleaned with detergent and rinsed thoroughly. The detachable water tank is not dishwasher safe.
- Cleaning Brush and Pin: The appliance comes with a cleaning brush for the grinder system and cleaning pins (thicker for the steam tube, thinner for filters) to clear blockages. The rear end of the cleaning brush can also be used to detach filters from the funnel.
- Tool Box: A dedicated tool box is integrated into the drip tray for storing the cleaning pin, cleaning brush, and single/double-cup filters, ensuring easy access and organization.
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