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some useful recommendations
to get a premium quality espresso
● Always use mineral water.
● Only use espresso. pods (most recognized coffee brands propose espresso. pods also called
« hard pods » or 44 mm pods) – A whole range of epresso pods are on sale at
http://www.handpresso.com
● With the ground coffee adapter: Only use coffee grounded for espresso (very fine grinds). The
coffee grind differs from one brand to the other and explains the variety in quality. Do not hesitate
to make tests by changing the quantity of coffee, the coffee grind you use in the ground coffee
adapter and how hard you tamp the coffee. Thus, you define your espresso yourself. A grind, which
is too fine and compact, has a very long brewing time and gives a very strong espresso. On the
other hand, too coarse a grind, which is not tamped, has a very short brewing time, thus reducing
the strength of espresso.
A whole range of ground coffee is on sale at http://www.handpresso.com
● We remind you that a good espresso is obtained with approximately 7 grams of coffee, a brewing
time of around 25 seconds and a water temperature of between 90 to 95°C.
● With Handpresso AUTO, you are able to prepare a longer or a shorter espresso. Just press the
STOP button when the strength of your espresso is to your liking.
● To obtain a beautiful crema in the cup, press the STOP button early enough, just before the first
bubbles appear.
● If you like very strong coffee (Ristretto), Handpresso advises you to use the special "intense"
portafilter (optional).
● Handpresso offers a range of accessories for your machine dedicated to mobility: unbreakable
cups, Auto set, 220/12V power adapter, tamper ...
cleaning and maintenance
● Always remove the used pods from the machine after use.
● Remove and empty the ground coffee adapter by pressing the filter mesh and knocking it slightly
on the edge of a container.
● Unplug your Handpresso AUTO before cleaning.
● Clean the machine with a wet cloth (only water).
● Do not use alcohol or detergents. These products could change the characteristics of the
machine and make it dangerous.
● Do not put Handpresso AUTO in the dishwater or the microwave oven.
● Do not plunge Handpresso AUTO into water.
● Descale the machine regularly (every 2nd month or every 100 coffees) in order to increase its
performance and life.
● In order to descale Handpresso AUTO, use regular 8° white vinegar. Fill Handpresso AUTO with 25
ml vinegar. Let it work 1 hour without heating it.
● Pour the vinegar and rinse 5 or 6 times with water.
● Repeat if necessary. Never use any other descaling method than the one recommended here.
● Owing to its small size, Handpresso AUTO is easy to store in a car, in a glove or a map
compartment, under the seat or in the trunk.
● Never leave Handpresso AUTO visible in a parked vehicle to prevent theft.
● Never leave Handpresso AUTO in a parked vehicle in the sun.
● In order to keep Handpresso AUTO in good condition, we advise you to store it in its AUTO case.
● Avoid storing Handpresso AUTO in humid places.
What to do in the following cases:
● I cannot open the portafilter?
Handpresso AUTO works at a pressure of 16 bar. In order to avoid injuries or damage to the product
due to the pressure, a safety device prevents you from handling the portafilter if the Espresso
button is not in the right position.
A safety ring tells you when the machine is under pressure. You cannot open the machine if the
safety ring is visible.
Press the STOP button till the end so the safety ring disappears. As the machine is no longer under
pressure, you can open the portafilter.
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● I find it difficult to fill the reservoir to the right level?
The water level indicators get darker if you place your look just above the machine.
Pour the water slowly and steadily. The water level indicators show the water level in the reservoir.
Watch carefully and clockwise the water level indicators as they get darker, starting with the
indicator having an arrow.
Stop pouring when the last indicator (having a STOP) gets black. Go back to step 6 in the
instructions.
● I cannot close the portafilter?
A safety device prevents you from handling the portafilter if the Espresso button is not in the right
position. See if the safety ring is visible. If it's not the case, press the STOP button till the end. Place
the portafilter and close it up to the locking indicator.
● When I press the ON button, the machine does not heat?
a/ Make sure that the cigarette lighter plug is well plugged-in. The logo of the machine's cigarette
lighter is lit up when it is properly connected.
b/ Check that the 12V cigarette lighter plug is powered.
In any case, make sure that your vehicle is in working order so as to power the 12V cigarette lighter
plug properly.
● The water drips from the portafilter during the heating cycle of the machine (when the ON
button is pressed)?
There is too much water in the reservoir. Make sure not to exceed the recommended water level. Go
back to step 6 in the instructions.
● I cannot press the Espresso button?
Handpresso AUTO is fitted with a safety device blocking the use of the Espresso button if the
machine is not turned over.
Make sure that the portafilter is tightly closed up to the locking indicators.
Flip the machine around, portafilter above the cup (step 12 in the instructions); press the Espresso
button till the end.
● I press the Espresso button but the coffee does not run?
Make sure that the Espresso button is pressed till the end.
● The water drips from the portafilter during the brewing?
a/ Check the presence and position of the O-ring on the pod holder.
Replace the O-ring if it is not there or if it is faulty (dry, cracked, damaged or cut), you can get one
from your retailer.
b/ Make sure to close the portafilter tightly up to the locking indicators (go back to step 8 in the
instructions).
● My espresso is too short?
Make sure to fill the reservoir up to the recommended water level. Go back to step 6 in the
instructions.
● My espresso is cold?
The heating of the water continues after the machine stops making noise. You can follow the
heating of the water on the thermometer.
● For any other question please contact your retailer.
warnings
Please read the instructions before using the machine, Handpresso would decline all responsibility in case
of incorrect use.
HANDPRESSO AUTO SHALL NEVER BE USED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING.
Always make sure that the machine is stowed after use to prevent risks of injury in case of impact.
To be used, Handpresso Auto requires the user's full attention. Handpresso Auto is an espresso machine
that raises water to a temperature close to 100°C. TO AVOID RISKS OF BURNING, HANDLE WITH CARE.
Prepare it beforehand, or park in a safe spot for you and the other road-users. Handpresso would decline
all responsibility for any road accident.
Keep away from children & uninstructed persons. Avoid leaving the machine unwatched.
For your own safety and that of the people around you, do not plunge the cigarette lighter plug, the power
cord nor any other part of the machine into water or any other liquid. Do not use the machine if it has
accidentally been in contact, even partially, with a liquid.
Never press the ON button if the portafilter is not properly locked and tightened up to the locking
indicators, step 8 in the instructions!
Do not try to remove the portafilter during usage and before having pushed the STOP button back.
After having made your espresso, while removing the portafilter, beware not to spill hot water possibly
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