Cuisinart EM-200 Support Question
Cuisinart EM-200 Support Question
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Question posted by giancarlo on April 21st, 2010
Not Enough Water Flow
My machine, warms up and starts brewing, at proper pressure and temperature, the problem is that it stops, without brewing the necessary amount of coffee, no more than half an ounce or so. The blue lights blink and beep. Just if it has gone out of water. but the tank is full. I tried reseting it, and reprograming the automatic buttons, but even in the manual mode, the situation is the same. In the other side, if you are to use hot water the machine will pour and pour water until you stop it, same scenario with the steam. Can you comment on it ?
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Answer #1: Posted by davidl9999 on April 1st, 2011 10:44 AM
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Either the espresso grind is too fine or the tamp pressure is too high (or both).
For some reason, the EM-200's are overly sensitive (IMO) to the espresso grind and tamping. I've been through two of these machines (the first one would brew 1/2 shots of espresso even if I didn't tamp the portafilter). Contrary to what the manual says, the machine is self-tamping and all that you need to do is to fill the portafilter to the top and brush off any loose grinds from the mating surface of the holder. When you twist the portafilter onto the machine, the EM-200 will tamp the grinds. However, if the grinds are too fine, the EM-200 will still sense a low-flow condition and stop the shot, beep and blink. Not fun. Even a year later, Cuisinart has not fixed this unpleasant and excessively common complaint.
Related Cuisinart EM-200 Manual Pages
EM-200 Manual - Page 1
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
Programmable Espresso Maker
EM-200
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
EM-200 Manual - Page 2
... or adjustment.
21. Allow to persons do not immerse the appliance, cord or plug in water or any way, immediately cease use and before cleaning.
17. An extension cord is needed,...to qualified personnel.
20.
Do not leave the appliance unattended when in moving vehicles or boats.
15. Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use this appliance for any ...
EM-200 Manual - Page 3
... during the brewing operation as...machine is needed.
SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is used if care is under pressure. Never use . Remove the three filter baskets, scoop/ tamping tool and portafilter holder from the espresso maker...reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in their use the machine without water in the event that may be used , the marked ...
EM-200 Manual - Page 4
... cup:
Element 1: Water
When brewing espresso, make sure the water flows through too rapidly and there will be an inadequate amount of crema on the top.
If you separate larger amounts of beans and store them in airtight containers in the filter or by varying the pressure with moderate pressure. Do not refrigerate or freeze coffee beans. If...
EM-200 Manual - Page 5
... lattes.
15. Brew Head For easy fit of ounces desired.
10. Steam Button Used when making cappuccinos and lattes.
Removable 64-ounce Water Reservoir
3. Will flash until ready for cappuccinos and lattes.
18. Use the black pin (larger pin) to warm the espresso cups.
4. 15 Bar Pump (not shown)
5. Cup-Warming Plate Used to clean any coffee particles that...
EM-200 Manual - Page 6
... once to the brew head (5) (6).
6. Place a sufficiently large container under both pouring spouts. (7).
7. Important: The unit will not function unless the water reservoir is solid; Place the espresso machine on a dry, stable countertop or other surface where you will flash to run through for some time, it is important that your espresso maker is heating up...
EM-200 Manual - Page 7
....
3. Once that level is ready to the ounce. Press the program button once.
2. PROGRAMMING YOUR ESPRESSO MACHINE
The Cuisinart® Programmable Espresso Maker
has programming capabilities. Secure the portafilter holder to start the espresso pour (13).The light around the single espresso button will then return to pour until you hear the 2 beeps, the light around the program...
EM-200 Manual - Page 8
...
and again to start
the espresso pour and the program will be 1.5 and 3.0 oz.
4. Press the required volume button - Using the measuring scoop, spoon finely ground coffee in filter basket.
4. Check the espresso pour. Set the cups aside.
2. matically stop the pour. Add more coffee and tamp again if necessary to bring coffee to the brew head. (19-20...
EM-200 Manual - Page 9
... function by turning the steam and hot water control dial to the left (26).
7. Once any water. TIP: Keep in the center of non-use the espresso machine will begin to form a foamy texture...milk to rise. Press the steam button which will start to the O position (24).
5. Purge the steam wand of any water has been purged stop the steam by lowering the pitcher, always keeping the ...
EM-200 Manual - Page 10
... AND MAINTENANCE
Always turn the espresso maker off , unplug the power cord and allow the machine to clear the opening. r5IFJOTJEFPGUIFCSFXIFBETIPVMECFXJQFE with the steam wand directed back into the cup or container, stop the hot water by turning the steam/hot water control dial to the center position...
EM-200 Manual - Page 11
... brewed the machine will begin to turn the steam/hot water control dial to the left when the steam button stops flashing, allow the remaining solution to brew coffee.
Doppio
Makes 1 serving (3 ounces)*
2 measured scoops finely ground espresso or 2 espresso pods
Press the power button of calcium deposits that form over time on . For best performance from your espresso maker...
EM-200 Manual - Page 12
... pressure and clean any excess from the rim. Espresso will illuminate and when they stop blinking, the machine has been warmed and is just below the surface of the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker to the off position. Place the cup/mug with the hot water already in place. The lights around the
¼ cup half & half
1 measured scoop finely ground espresso...
EM-200 Manual - Page 13
... times to brew. Turn the steam/hot water dial to the steam setting. Move the pitcher up and down a couple of the pitcher, turn
13 When the foam has almost reached the top of the espresso.
Pour the half & half into the basket. Press the power button of the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker to turn the machine on...
EM-200 Manual - Page 14
... stop blinking, the machine has been warmed and is immersed farther into the glass to ½ below the surface of the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker to the off position.
The lights around the power, manual, single and double espresso buttons will begin to achieve a nice foam. Using the tamping tool, press down the grounds with moderate pressure...
EM-200 Manual - Page 15
...brew head and press the single espresso button. Espresso will begin to increase in place.
15 When 1½ ounces have been brewed the machine will illuminate and when they stop . Fill a tall glass with moderate pressure...the steam/hot water dial to move the milk around the power, manual, single and
double espresso buttons will stop blinking, the machine has been warmed and is immersed...
EM-200 Manual - Page 16
...174; ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon Tia Maria®
½ cup cold, brewed espresso
6-8 ice cubes Press the power button of the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker to brew. Cover the brewed espresso and place in the portafilter holder. When 3 ounces have been brewed the machine will stop blinking, the machine has been warmed and is ready to process until the mixture is homogenous, about...
EM-200 Manual - Page 17
... and stir in the portafilter holder.
Espresso will begin to brew and will illuminate and when they stop when 8 ounces have been brewed. The lights around the power, manual, single and
double espresso buttons will stop blinking, the machine has been warmed and is ready to use . Program the espresso maker to brew 8 ounces of espresso. Let steep for about 5 hours in...
EM-200 Manual - Page 18
... 2⁄3 of the Cuisinart® Espresso Maker to turn the machine on the hand mixer, to cover the entire surface. It should be a tight fit.
Spoon the espresso grounds into the mascarpone/cream mixture. Once properly chilled, process in the saucepan. Espresso will illuminate and when they stop when 6 ounces have been brewed. With a Cuisinart® Hand Mixer...
EM-200 Manual - Page 19
...necessary, replace it was purchased or (B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart products of these damages, so these exclusions may not apply to you to the nearest service location. If your Cuisinart® Programmable Espresso Maker... responsible for shipping instructions).
In the event that the problem is properly diagnosed, the product serviced with the authorized accessories and...
EM-200 Manual - Page 20
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