Oster BVSTEM6601 Series - Inserting the Filter

CHOOSING THE FILTER
Select the lter to be used as follows:
a. FOR A SINGLE SHOT – use the lter for a single shot of espresso if using ground
coffee.
b. FOR A DOUBLE SHOT OR TWO SINGLE SHOTS – use lter for a double shot.
INSERTING THE FILTER
a. To insert the selected lter in the porta-lter, make sure to align the notch on the lter
with the groove inside the porta-lter.
b. Turn the lter to the left or right to lock in place. This will help secure the lter in the
porta-lter.
NOTE: To remove and clean the lter, turn lter to the left or right to align the lter notch
with the groove inside the porta-lter.
WARNING: Make sure the lter has cooled before attempting to remove the lter.
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SELECTING THE RIGHT COFFEE
THE COFFEE
The coffee should be freshly ground and dark roasted. You may want to try a French
or Italian roast ground for espresso. Pre-ground coffee will only retain its flavor for
7 – 8 days, provided it is stored in an airtight container and in a cool, dark area. Do
not store in a refrigerator or freezer. Whole beans are recommended to be ground
just before use. Coffee beans stored in an airtight container will keep its flavor for up
to 4 weeks.
THE GRIND
This is a vital step in the espresso making process if you are grinding your own coffee
and takes practice. The coffee must be of a ne grind.
• The correct grind should look like salt.
• If the grind is too ne, the water will not ow through the coffee even under pressure.
These grinds look like powder and feel like our when rubbed between ngers.
• If the grind is too coarse, the water ows through the coffee too fast, preventing a
full-avored extraction.
Be sure to use a quality grinder for uniform consistency.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FILLING THE WATER RESERVOIR
A. Fill the reservoir with water, you may either use a jar to ll it
up or remove it from the unit and then ll it up under the tap. If
you have removed it from the unit to ll up with water, please
make sure to place it back tightly in its place. Fill the reservoir
with the desired amount of water ensuring NOT past the
“MAX” line on the reservoir. Never use warm or hot water to
ll the water reservoir.
B. Close the water reservoir lid and place it back in the unit
ensuring it ts tightly.
FILLING THE MILK RESERVOIR
If you plan to prepare cappuccino or latte, remove the milk
reservoir from the unit and open the lid then pour the quantity
of cold milk you estimate you will need , ensuring NOT past the
“Max” level. When done, place the milk reservoir back in the unit
ensuring it ts tightly, and the Cappuccino and Latte buttons are
illuminated or pulsing.
NOTE: You can use any type of milk per your preference, i.e.
whole milk, low fat milk, organic or soy milk.
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