La Pavoni PC-16 manual

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  • Page 1

    INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE First Time Operation I For first time “out of the box” operation we recommend you clean the inside of your la Pavoni machine. Follow the simple procedures below: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. FILL THE BOILER (9) WITH WATER UNTIL THE WATER LEVEL REACHES THE TOP OF THE SIGHT GLASS (5). FOR THIS CLEANING PROCEDURE YOU MAY ADD ANOTHER l[...]

  • Page 2

    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. LEVER SAFETY VALVE BOILER CAP STEAM KNOB SIGHT KNOB ON - OFF POWER SWITCH PRESSURE SWITCH DRIP BASIN BOILER FILTER HANDLE GROUP STEAM TUBE COFFEE PRESS MEASURING SPOON COFFEE FILTERS CAPPUCCINO AUTOMATIC ATTACHMENT / PROFESSIONAL MODEL - crome - copper /brass[...]

  • Page 3

    TRUCTIONS FOR USE I Please read all instructions before using your la Pavoni Before your la Pavoni machine is plugged in you must complete steps # 1 and #2 ! 1. Remove the boiler cap (3) and fill the boiler (9) with water until the water level reaches the top of the sight glass (5) as pictured in Diagram A. 2. After filling the boiler, close both t[...]

  • Page 4

    When the machine has reached maximum pressure the pressure gauge (7) will be in the green zone. The la Pavoni professional is equipped with an internal thermostat which controls the temperture. When the proper temperature is reached it will be maintained automatically. Your machine is now ready to operate. COFFEE DELIVERY: Place your cup or cups un[...]

  • Page 5

    Your la Pavoni machine is designed to froth milk ( for cappuccino) in two ways. I MAKING CAPPUCCINO with the standard plated arm I a. Start with cold milk, whole or 2 % low fat milk work best. You may froth milk in any type of container or cup you wish: stainless steel, ceramic or glass. Fill the cup to 3/4 capacity with milk. b. Place the steam tu[...]

  • Page 6

    TROUBLE SHOOTING PRESSURE machine to reach temperature green zone in pressure gauge ( 7 ) Bleed air from steam tube (12) by opening the steam knob (4). After steam has exited, close steam knob and allow the machine to reach pressure again HANDLE l Allow lever (1) to remain raised longer. This will allow more water to enter grinds. Lower handle with[...]

  • Page 7

    TECHNICAL PRECAUTIONS I 1. Install the machine on a steady, dry base. 2. DO NOT immerse the machine or power cord in water. 3. This machine develops warm spots (base) and hot spots (boiler 9). Subsequently, it should be kept out of the reach of children. 4. When operating, please take note of the hot surfaces. OPERATING PRECAUTION S I 1. Never oper[...]

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    TECHNICAL DATA Model: Professional Size: Lenth 11 ” - Width 7” - Height 12” Weight: 17 lbs. Boiler capacity: 38 oz. Steam delivery: 10 minuteses Power supply: 110 Volt /60 Hz Heating element: 1000 Watt Available in the following models: PC - 16 - Chrome base PB - 16 - Copper body/Brass base PARTS LIST Drip Basin Top & Bottom One Cup Coffe[...]