Maximatic User Manual
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1. A O eba E A Cage Meg Mee Meg A e O a A e P A See Meg Wer Ma lee A A SS x A x io A E PE TD E O O O A O IS PO A E A A A PA PO A Maximatic User Manual Product information Manual Barista tips DATE OF PURCHASE Glarnerland Dear Olympia Express Customer From its roots in northern Italy the passion for the drink has gained popularity throughout the world Espresso for every one for the filter coffee drinkers in the European north to the tea nations of Asia Products get developed faster and become cheaper in order to cover the ever growing demand By purchasing an Olympia Express machine you have consci ously chosen to go down another path Highest coffee culture and coffee indulgence You are looking at a Handmade machine compact and elegant build from premium materials which do not include error prone electrics Take your time and dive into the fascinating world of coffee be inspired to learn the craft of a Barista using your machine to learn and to perfect your skills It starts with the choice of the bean the ideal grind setting the optimal temperature as well as the water pressure right through to the delicious frothed milk You will be reward ed wi2. g 7 g y
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4. milk since they all provide the same protein content that is needed for good milk froth Hold aclean damp cloth around the steam wand and nozzle and open the steam tab briefly Immerse the steam nozzle 12 into the milk and open the steam tab 3 fully When the milk slowly starts to create froth the container needs to be lowered slightly whereby the tip of the steam wand always has to be slightly below the milk surface When the volume has nearly doubled and reached 86 F the rolling phase starts The steam wand should be placed deeper into the milk to mix the created froth with the hot milk Through rotation the frothed milk will get finer and finer The big bubbles burst and the mixture will form to be a homogeneous fluid Throughout this process no up and down movements are necessary The ideal temperature can be checked by placing one hand on the container if is it more than hand warm but not hot the optimal temperature of 149 F has been reached Then close the steam tab and remove the container Immediately after the use release remaining steam from the steam wand and clean it with a damp cloth By doing so dirt and limestone will not build up around its tip or the inside User Manual 05 Espresso extraction 29 o o O O al o O 25 01 Fill in milk put in Steam nozzle Turn on Steam tab 02 frothe milk Kanne sachte absenken pulling 03 Mix froth and milk while turning the milk in ci
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6. The steam wand 11 needs to release the remaining steam after every use and to be cleaned with a damp cloth To do thisyou open the steam tab 3 slightly Now the machine can be switched off and cleaned For the cleaning of the surfaces use a micro fiber cleaning cloth If the machine is not being used for a while empty the boiler and re fill once it will be used again 07 Cleaning and maitenance 28 Regulation maintenance and cleaning If you want to make espresso of the highest standard it is essential to clean the machine on a daily basis and to have regular maintenance inspections The more calciferous the water the more the boiler has to be decalcified We suggest you have your machine decalcified by our local service providers at least once a year If you would prefer to do this yourself we suggest you purchase a com monly used decalcifying solution and use it as described in the product manual 01 29 08 Espresso The importance of the bean Most available coffee blends sold consist of two different coffee blends which differentiate in taste caffeine amount and shape Arabica beans have a rounded cut in the middle are longer and flatter The unroasted beans have an intense green color The cut on the Robusta bean on the other hand is very straight it is rounder and it is a little lighter in color with brown or grey shading Whereas the Robusta bean has high caffeine content the Arabica beans are milde
7. 03 User Manual 01 Olympia Express No compromise For more than 80 years perfect materials and workmanship have been top priority at Olympia Express Each and every tiny detail is constantly rethought and if necessary optimized This is why Olympia Express was the first manufacturer to be using chrome steel water tanks which meet the strict hygienic and technical demands of our engineers The same holds true for the design Form follows function This basic design principle makes Olympia Express products a perfect example of Swiss design The concept of sustainability is an increasingly important issue in our society This has been the guiding principle for Olympia Express for decades Our machines are durable and repairable with 40 year old machines still working perfectly and being vintage machines they are much sought after among enthusiasts Of course more machines could be produced but that would mean compromising on the attention paid to quality and pre cision However drinking espresso is to some extent a cultural achievement Olympia Express has been upholding this culture for generations The passion for Italian espresso merges with the old tradition of Swiss craftsmanship resulting in a product which continues to delight its owner over and over again 01 Olympia Express 10 02 Maximatic The perfect semi automatic Since 1974 the Maximatic has followed the tradition of a classic commercial m
8. The espresso flows out too quickly Check the temperature and the pressure 02 Light and thin crema h r 03 extraction time below 20 seconds if o k grind the espresso finer Increase 03 Dark brown crema with lt the espresso amount and or tamp harder black hole in the middle If you have followed the instructions the result is a perfect espresso You can judge this by the following criteria Overbrewed espresso grind Appearance Foam is dark or black with a white spot or a black hole in the middle very thin which dissolves towards the edge of the cup Taste The color of the crema shows the caramelized natural sugars a is bitter without any aroma of the espresso bean Ideally the crema should be of a hazel color with a tiger striped pattern The crema should be three to four millimeters thick It should not include any big bubbles Reason Solution and last a minimum of three minutes without breaking ugor tO ns a Espresso ground too fine Espresso needs to be ground more coarsely aan Q o O tears as Espresso amount above 0 35 oz Set the amount between 0 26 0 32 oz After the extraction of the shot s the aroma should be inten Scan eet ta cole tabla as I een een se but pleasant and slightly sweet Espresso tamped too hard Espresso needs to be tamped more softly The taste of the perfect espresso should be perfectly balanc Water temperature above 197 6 F Water pressure needs to be reset by engineer ed be
9. can be found on our homepage We hope that this will encourage you to dive deep into the world of coffee Important Even if you would like to get started straight away Please read the initial start up instructions as well as the health and safety notes on page 18 Thoroughly in order for you to have long lasting pleasure with your Olympia Express product A picture of the Maximatic with all its components can be found on page 44 Contents 01 Olympia Express No compromise 02 Maximatic The perfect semi automatic The world s smallest dual circuit machine No seasonal product No expiry date 03 Safety instructions 04 Start up and portafilter information Filling of boiler Machine pre heating and getting it ready for use 05 The Espresso extraction ant the art of milk frothing The Extraction Milk frothing 06 Water and machine operation Water tank and boiler re fill Machine operation 07 Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and switching off of the machine Regulation of maintenance 08 Espresso The importance of the bean Judging the result 09 Espresso richness 10 First aid and more Tips Relevant Espresso literature Ideas and suggestions General warranty conditions 09 10 12 14 18 20 20 23 24 26 26 27 28 29 30 32 34 38 39 41 01 02 01 Rest Bar Grand Chene Lausanne 1940 s 02 Olympia Buby 1961 03 Olympia Cremina 67 1970 s
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11. has a temperature of 198 F the ideal brewing temperature for espresso The boiler Capacity 2 11 pints produces the steam necessary for frothing the milk The boiler and the fresh water tank are made of high quality chrome steel The front is made of high gloss polished steel Frame and casing are lacquered with a highly resistant powder coating The Maximatic s surface can be used to preheat the espresso cups the drip tray and the grate can be easily removed and cleaned Not to mention the illuminated extraction button with the OlympiaExpress logo the water gauge the extra long steam wand the thermal protection of the heating ele ment the mechanic safety valve for the boiler as well as the Gore Tex made high tech gaskets This exceptional manufacturing quality can only be reached because it remains the engineers and designers prime goal to build the perfect espresso machine 01 03 OLYMPIA EXPRESS 01 Front extraction button and manometer 02 Cover of the fresh water tank 03 Steam nozzle chromed brass User Manual 02 Maximatic 16 01 interior view from above 02 interior view from the side 02 For the past 80 years Olympia has been making the Rolex of the espresso machine world Die Weltwoche November 2008 17 A lady back in 1991 at Starbucks coffee informed me if you are looking for the best home espresso machine get an Olympia Olympia Express
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15. side of the portafilter Machine is leaking wate runder the machine Leaking water between the body and brew group Steam and or condensed water is leaking out of the noiler top Reason ja my smn A AS sim sp RR i a 37 Solution In the boiler top is a vacuum valve This prevents that when the machine is cooling down no vacuum is formed When the ope rating pressure is reached the valve closes This may be delayed by Limescale formation Decalcifying or possibly replacing of boiler top Water is replenished the pump runs dry there is no water getting into the brew group ie lt a Cy Cv a a a ise gg tm mh ome Cy Gn ae im Gi hy hm me Sey Sa le Sim iM ome a i eh Gi ey SG Remove water tank Seal tank coupling with the thumb and run pump until a slight vacuum forms Then insert the tank again User Manual 10 First aid and more 38 Further reading on espresso Francesco und Riccardo Illy Kaffee Von der Bohne zum Espresso Arnoldo Mondatori Editore Mailand 1993 Thomas Leeb Ingo Rogalla Perfekt zubereitet Kaffee Espresso amp Barista TomTom Verlag M nchen 2002 Vera de Blue Caffe Genuss amp Inspiration Werd Verlag AG Z rich 2000 Sara Salvin Karl Petzke Espresso Kultur und K che H decke Verlag Weil der Stadt 1994 Walter Vogel Caffe per favore Die Welt des italienischen Caffes Ars Vivendi Verlag Cadolzburg 2007 Simone Hoffman Rolf Bernhardt Die We
16. Client from the USA December 2006 Technical Specifications Maximatic Width 7 68 in Dept 13 39 in Height 14 57 in Weight 36 38 lb current supply 120V 60 Hz cable length 5 25 ft Power input 1000 W 1 Also available with 120 V 60 Hz 1000 W European Version User Manual 02 Maximatic 18 03 Safety instructions Because we are convinced about the quality of our espresso machines we will give you a 2 year warranty on it Please read carefully the guarantee terms on the enclosed postcard For your own Safety and in order not to invalidate your warranty rights please pay attention to the following safety instruc tions Read the instructions very carefully before you first start the Maxi matic Keep them close to the machine in case any questions should arise This piece of machinery has not been designed for the use by people including children with physical disabilities coordination or psy chological difficulties People who do not have enough experience and or are untrained in using such appliances should refrain from using the machine unless it is being used under supervision by a person responsible for their safety and who knows how to use the machine themselves Place the machine on a stable and dry surface The Maximatic should always be placed in an upright position Please allow enough space for your Maximatic so that refilling the water tank and boiler can be done easily The apparatus can only be
17. Place the lid back on the water tank The water in the fresh water tank will be used for the making of the espresso The electrical pump will guide the water through the boiler right into the brew group The water in the boiler is used for creating steam Machine pre heating and getting it ready for use In order for all the parts of the machine to have reached the right temperature as well as the needed water pressure the machine should be switched on at least 10 minutes before its use Attention The machine will be hot Please be aware that the boiler is always filled with the adequate amount of water To heat up the portafilter 6 with the required porta basket place it into the brew group 8 through turning it slightly to the right see image 01 and 02 The control lamp in the extraction button 5 switches on and off This shows that the automatic regulation of the boiler in the machine is working A boiler pressure regulator switches the boiler on or off depending on the boiler pressure in order User Manual 21 OLYMPIA EXPRESS 01 02 Click in the Portafilter 03 Push the extraction button to brew out the Espresso o for the water to be kept at a constant temperature without wasting any electricity As soon as the control lamp on the extraction button switches off after approx 10 minutes and the pressure gauge 7 is showing 1 2 1 5 Bar open steam tab 3 briefly to release air from the boiler
18. The control lamp will now light up once again briefly When it switches off your machine is ready for use Place a cup under the spout 10 Press the extraction button 5 and fill the cup with water approx 4 25 fl oz then switch it off This should be repeated every time after switching the ma chine on 04 Start up 22 Grinding the coffee and preparing the portafilter In order remove the portafilter 6 gently turn the portafilter handle 9 to the left to release it out from the brew group 8 Fill the basket with espresso grind using the measuring spoon c or the measurement control in the espresso grinder Fora single shot the basket will hold about 0 27 oz and a double 0 53 oz tamp the espresso grind clean any grind remains from the edges of the basket and from the bayonet mount Before placing the portafilter back into the brewgroup it is essential for the espresso powder to be pressed tamping correctly in order for it to provide the right density for the water to flow through The espresso powder surface needs to be smoothed place tamper on top now use the side of the tamper to knock the powder rest of the portafilter edge into the basket At last place the tamper on top of the powder and press down evenly The surface of the powder should be horizontally and evenly smooth Place a container or a cup underneath the spout and flush the machine as described in chapter 2 Now place the porta filter into the b
19. a Maximatic 1970 s User Manual 02 Maximatic OLYMPIA EXPRESS Maximatic User Manual The smallest dual circuit machine in the world The Maximatic is the right machine for those who seek a little more convenience This electric semiautomatic espresso machine is so handy and small that it almost fits on an A 4 sized piece of paper This has been made possible thanks to the individual production of all components ranging from the vibrationisolated pump to the boiler and thus making the Maximatic the smallest espresso machine with a dualcircuit heating system in the world It is so straightforward and easy to handle that it can be used at home as well as in offices studios doctors surgeries and galleries The Maximatic is also an expression of the philosophy of Olympia Express Our machines are not only built with passi on but also with the knowhow and the experience of 80 years of espresso machine manufacturing That is why the Maximatic is so compact so reliable and the noise level so low Swiss made you know 02 Maximatic 14 No seasonal product No expiry date The Maximatic has two water tanks The fresh water tank and the boiler The fresh water tank can house 3 17 pints and be refilled while the Maximatic is in operation Via a closed piping system the water is lead from this tank through the boiler During the process it is heated to 212 F so that when it reaches the brew group it
20. achine and can more than match its role model from the catering trade Designed as a professional espresso machine in small format it has been famous for decades for being a guarantor of pro ducing the best quality espresso Furthermore the Maximatic has grown to become a unique object of high value in its past 35 years The witnesses to this philosophy can be found in offices and penthouses all over the world There are many reasons for the success the Maximatic has been experiencing A classic and elegant design the more than average reliability and the use of high quality material on the inside as well as on the outside In 2002 the technology and the design of the machine were overhauled and improved even further It is our pleasure to an nounce that since 2008 we have been able to offer our custom ers the newest Maximatic model the best Maximatic that has ever existed We wish you many enjoyable hours with her 11 In questa piccola For ire Hausbar die meraviglia troverete per kleine raffinierte la vostra famiglia vollautomatische l immagine fedele della Express macchina da caff per bar Kalfeemaschine ihrem grossen Vorbild der Banmaschine geireu Cette petite merveille de automatismo cup of coffee with this repr sente pour votre fabulous new m nage l image fid le household coffes de la machine 4 caf machine du bar Gel a professional WERE matic Product Olympi
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22. connected to ac power supply The allowed voltage can be found on a plate on the bottom side of the machine Please only use approved extension cables Never pull the cable over sharp corners and make sure that it is not squashed or bent Never yank the cable in order to pull out the plug nor touch it with wet hands Never pull or carry the Maximatic by its cable Always refill boiler at the start User Manual Never switch on the machine when the water level has reached min or if the boiler is empty Damage to the boiler element could otherwise occur A thermostat secures overheating and excessive pressure If the thermostat breaks the electrical current the control lamp 5 goes out and only the on off button 4 remains lit The reset button can be found on the inside of the machine and can only be activated by a service partner When the machine is switched on your Maximatic can get very hot Please only touch the machine at its handles and make other users aware of the threat of burns and scalds which can occur for exam ple through the leaking of hot water or the discharge of hot steam Please do never open the boiler top when the machine is switched on and if the steam wand has not been emptied completely When faults occur while the machine is on and before all cleaning and maintenance work remove the plug from the power outlet Do not immerse the Maximatic in water Clean the machine with a dry or with a mo
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24. ist cloth Remove plug from the power supply beforehand Only specialists and authorized personnel are allowed to repair electrical goods Never transport the Maximatic when it is still warm Always protect the Maximatic from frost Freezing water can damage the machine Specialized and authorized personnel may only conduct the main tenance of electrical goods Packaging such as plastic bags and foam should be stored out of reach of children as these materials can be a potential health hazard The Maximatic can only be used according to the general guidelines in the manual Misuse or technical changes can be hazardous to your health and your safety Olympia Express does not take any responsibility if the security guidelines are breached 03 Safety instructions 20 04 Start up and portafilter information Filling of Boiler Never switch on the machine if the boiler is not filled with water Open boiler top 1 and fill with fresh water not exceeding the top max of the water level indicator 2 The amount of water in the boiler is therewith roughly two pints Close boiler top thoroughly as well as the steam tab 3 Open the fresh water tank lid 14 and fill the tank to the marker do not let it over flow Close the lid While the water in the boiler used for the steam the water in the tank is used for the espresso The capacity of the tank will provide for 25 cups espresso Connect the machine to the power supply
25. lt des Kaffees Neuer Umschau Buchverlag GmbH Neustadt an der Weinstrasse 2007 NZZ Format Kaffee und Tee Die Filme DVD Art Nr 84507 www nzz format shop ch Martin Kienreich Dr Steffen Schwarz Luca Siermann FAQ Kaffee Fragen Antworten Quintessenzen coffee media amp event Mannheim 2008 If you would like to find out more about new and exciting Olympia Express products please visit our website www olympia express ch User Manual 39 Ideas and suggestions When developing our products we at Olympia Express think first and foremost about the needs and wishes of our customers Hence if you have any ideas or would like to make suggestions or tell us about your experiences with this machine be they positive or negative we would look forward to hearing from you Have you had a special experience that connects you with your machine Share your story with other Olympia Express connoisseurs We will publish the most pleasant and interesting ones on our website Best wishes from Switzerland Your Olympia Express Team Manufacturer Olympia Express SA Burgstrasse 26 8750 Glarus SWITZERLAND T 41 91 646 15 55 F 41 91 646 15 69 info olympia express ch www olympia express ch The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the described characteristics performance technical data and accessories may be made Olympia Express continuously develops all models and types further All righ
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27. o even the smallest of details They work with passion and Swiss precision The use of first class materials and com ponents developed by Olympia Express results in compact machines and grinders with a noble look unique quality and an extraordinary longevity Handmade and Swiss made the precondition for pure espresso delight Please visit our website www olympia express ch Swiss manufacturer of finest espresso machines SWISS MADE 44 Control elements Front view Boiler top Water level indicator Steam tab On Off button Control lamp Portafilter Pressure gauge NO oO fF WYN gt 8 Brew group 9 Portafilter handle 10 Spout 11 Steam wand 12 Steam nozzle 13 Drip tray 14 Fresh water tank lid 15 Shower Part of the brew group
28. r and more aromatic Even though common opinion suggests that pure Arabica blends are better than ones with a small proportion of Robusta beans it should be noted that a small Robusta part about 10 intensives the taste and the aroma it also simplifies the espresso making procedure and compensates the traces of bitterness in Arabica beans Even though the roasted beans are enclosed in vacuum or valve packages and do not lose their characteristics for many months they are however at their best within the first 3 4 weeks We suggest a dry and airy place for storage Warmth light and strong aromas are to be avoided Espresso loses its aroma very quickly when exposed to air Therefore the packaging should only be opened just before filling it into the grinder Because more taste is lost more quickly when the beans are grinded only grind as much as you need 01 Arabica bean unroasted roasted 02 Robusta bean unroasted roasted User Manual 08 Espresso 30 31 Judging the result Inadequately brewed espresso grind Appearance Light watery coarse bubbled froth thin crema and quickly disappearing aroma Reason Solution Espresso too coarse Grind the espresso finer Espresso amount too little Increase the amount of espresso ground Espresso tamped either too Tamp the espresso harder little or not at all Water temperature below 190 4 F Reset Boiler a1 Perfectcremet i s s s s lt ll on cop MO
29. rcles rolling 26 06 Fresh water and machine operation Fresh water and boiler re fill You can re fill the water in the fresh water tank any time even when the machine is in use The water level in the boiler the water level indicator 2 should be controlled all the time When the water level has reached its lowest point min the machine needs to be switched off and water needs to be refilled Before opening the boiler top release the steam pres sure by opening the steam tab 3 Only when no more steam is being released open the boiler top and fill it up to the max of the water level indicator Now the machine can be switched on again Machine operation Always switch off the machine after use 27 07 Cleaning and maintenance We suggest a thorough clean of all the coffee baskets to pre vent the holes from becoming blocked Use dishwashing liquid for this As soon as the basket holes get bigger or the baskets are squashed on the sides we suggest exchanging them for new ones After the baskets have been cleaned we also re commend cleaning the inside of the portafilter The shower 15 which sits in the brew group 8 is cleaned automatically through the daily cleaning of the brew group To check this let the water flow out of the brew group without the portafilter attached If the water flows consistently out of the shower it is clean Otherwise the water flows out inconstantly or splashes Hot Water
30. rew group by turning it anti clockwise For the optimal handling and setting of the grinder please refer to the instructions in your grinder user manual If the resulting espresso is not to a satisfactory standard many factors have to be considered such as the tempera ture humidity air pressure quality of the beans blend as well as the roast and the grinder setting In the case of the espresso being unsatisfactory please turn to the chapter 08 Judging the espresso result on page 30 in order to find out what the factor may have been 23 05 The Espresso extraction and the art of milk frothing The Extraction Place one or two pre warmed cups under the coffee spout 10 press the extraction button 5 and wonderfully aromatic espresso will pour into your cups optimal extraction time 20 30 seconds When the desired amount of espresso is reached press ex traction button to stop the extraction if you want to continue making espresso remove the portafilter 6 empty and clean it with a kitchen towel and repeat the procedure as well as the flushing User Manual e 05 Espresso extraction 24 Milk froth creation The making of perfect milk froth comes in two steps the so called stretching and rolling Fill the small steel container until you reached the beginning of the spout with cold and fresh milk Chose any kind of milk that you desire UHT milk full fat and semi skimmed are as good for frothing as soya or goats
31. sed service partners They will offer youa complete package including the postage of the machine 41 General warranty conditions This warranty does not cover Maintenance and repair within the scope of normal abrasion the replacement of gaskets or damages or malfunctions due to chemical or electrochemical effects damages due to inap propriate handling or lack of due diligence all transport costs accidental damages including damages caused by lightning water or fire The warranty expires in case of Damages due to improper usage damages caused by the use of the product for unintended purposes or by defiance of the indications for use and maintenance of the product as specified in the manual and damages caused during Its installation respectively the use of the product in defiance of the existing safety standards of the country the product is used in change or illegibility of the serial number damages caused by inappropriate repair done by unauthorized persons Glarus Spring 2011 Christian Sagehorn Executive director 42 Notes 43 A decision for a lifetime Olympia Express is a Swiss manufacturer of exclusive espresso machines and grinders Looking back at an 80 year old tradition of product development and craftsmanship the small yet fine company is among the pioneers on the market for premium espresso ma chines The engineers and mechanics still live the spirit of the founder and pay close and loving attention t
32. th a multifaceted taste experience which you can vary to meet your gusto thanks to the great variety of espresso roasts and kinds of milk This is how the relationship between you and the Olympia Maximatic will stay fascinating and long lasting Our espresso machines have been built with Schweizer for over 80 years They are to be found all over the world and thanks to the machines robustness also used in its most remote areas We are proud of the Machines reputation which it acquired over the decades and we support our Olympia Express Family with help and deeds This support we can also promise you But first we would like to ask you to read the User manual in quisitively and thorough Our machines have many characteris tics it is important to know them and you will be rewarded for using them We wish you much joy with your Olympia Express The manual the idea and goal This instructions manual will provide you with all the infor mation that you need in order to create the best espresso experience This manual includes the instructions notes of safety for the use of the Maximatic espresso machine as well as a written guarantee Furthermore you will learn of the machine maintenance choice of coffee beans water and milk This document should in addition encourage you to try out a variety of different espresso specialties and with the help of our literature recommendations as well as our instructional videos which
33. ts reserved OLYMPIA EXPRESS and MAXIMATIC are registered trademarks of Olympia Express SA Copyright 2008 Olympia Express SA 10 First aid and more 40 Dear Olympia Express customer We sincerely thank you for buying this Olympia Express ma chine Should your machine need repairing beyond the warran ty period please contact your supplier or one of our service partners In order to avoid misunderstandings we recommend you read the manual carefully before contacting the supplier or service partner We provide a three year warranty for your Olympia espresso machine or grinder from the date of purchase In case of de fects due to material or processing errors within the warranty period our contractors will repair the machine under the fol lowing terms and without further charge for labor or replace ment parts Olympia Express reserves the right to repair the machine at its own discretion or to replace it with a new one Services provided under guarantee conditions neither lead to an extension of the warranty period nor do they justify a new warranty period This warranty is only valid with this certificate of guarantee and proof of purchase invoice indicating the time of purchase the product serial number and the supplier Please send us the completed purchase card once you have set up your Olympia Express We recommend sincerely that you should get the machine maintenance checked once a year with one of our licen
34. tween sweet and bitter components it has a nice consi stency and is not too thick The following chart will help you to judge the resulting espresso and help you to improve it if the outcome has not been to your satisfaction Espresso only drips out of the spout Check temperature and pressure if o k extraction time over 30 seconds grind the espresso coarser reduce amount and or tamp slightly softer User Manual 08 Espresso 32 09 Espresso richness The Italian bar is a popular place to enjoy small refreshments the obligatory espresso which in Italy is simply called caffe a glass of wine and of course hot debates about important or sometimes less important things Here one can find the biggest variety of coffee specialties Have you ever tasted these Caff americano An espresso which has been topped up with hot water Caff corretto An espresso with an added shot of brandy aniseed schnapps or cordial Caff doppio A double espresso about 1 69 fl oz served in an espresso cup Caff latte White coffee the Italian way An espresso doppio and hot milk is served together in either a glass or a bowl usually without froth 33 Caff macchiato An espresso with a shot of hot milk a maculate coffee be cause the milk leaves a small white spot on the espresso It is served hot in an espresso cup and looks just like a small cappuccino Caff ristretto An espresso that has been made with ver
35. y little water Mostly between 0 51 oz and 0 76 oz instead of the usual 0 85 oz Mainly drunk standing at the bar Cappuccino 1 3 espresso Y3 hot milk 1 3 froth Topped with chocolate or cinnamon served in special cappuccino cups The name cappuccino stems from the nutty brown color which re minds of the frocks worn by the Capuchin monks Rumor has it that the cappuccino originated in Vienna The Italians inherited the Capuchin and used milk froth rather than whipped cream Latte macchiato A latte macchiato is served in a glass at the bottom of the glass is the hot milk in the middle the espresso and on top the colder milk froth 09 Espresso richness 34 10 First aid and more Tips Problem The machine its control lamp and on off switch do not work The control lamp lights up but the water does not heat up Red light of extraction button does not light up Manometer indicates no pressure Machine is working but no espresso is flowing out Reason Encrusted filter Blocked portafilter Dirty shower ei Ci vem Sm Vin smh pc A yim me Ga ic em am Gc mr Gms aya ie ap Gey Simin ty pet hm ame Ce ah Nin a Ca nm Sim eh Sacto Si eG mh Cm i a 35 Solution Do not stock too much at once Open espresso packaging only before use Do not grind too much espresso Check the fuse The cable is not plugged in properly User Manual 10 First aid and more 36 Problem Espresso flows out of the
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