READ THIS FIRST!

For GAGGIA Espresso/Cappuccino Makers

BEFORE making espresso the first time, you MUST prime the pump!
Here’s how to do it:
1. Plug the electrical cord into a live outlet.
2. Fill the water reservoir. (Filtered water is better.)
3. Place an empty filter into the black handled filter holder.
4. Attach the filter holder to the machine.
5. Turn on the power switch.
6. Allow the machine to heat up for 6 minutes.
7. Open the steam valve all the way.
8. Place an empty steam pitcher or mug under the steam tube.
9. Turn on the coffee switch and the steam switch.
10. Water will come out of the steam tube.
11. Allow about a cup of water to come out into the pitcher.
12. Turn off the coffee and steam switches.
13. Close the steam valve.
14. Place an empty cup under the coffee filter.
15. Turn on the “coffee” awitch.
16. Fill the cup with water.
17. Turn off the “coffee” switch.

YOU ONLY NEED TO PRIME THE PUMP AGAIN ONLY IF NO WATER

COMES OUT OR THE PUMP IS MAKING TOO MUCH NOISE.

Now you are ready to make espresso!!! Here’s how:

1. Remove the black handled filter holder.
2. Using the measure provided, place one or two measures of finely
ground espresso coffee in the filter basket.
(The large filter holds two measures for two cups,
the small filter is for one cup.)
3. Using the tamper provided, gently press and twist the tamper on the
surface of the ground coffee to pack it down.
4. Brush off any grounds on the rim with the palm of your hand.
5. Attach the filter holder firmly to the machine.
6. Place ampty cup (or cups) under the filter holder spouts.
7. Turn on the “coffee” switch.
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8. The pump sound will change in a few seconds and espresso

will start to flow into the cups.
9. When the streams of espresso turn light in color,
TURN OFF the “coffee” switch.
10. You may now remove the cups of espresso and serve them.
11. Before making more espresso, remove the filter holder and
konck out the used grounds. DO NOT rinse the filter or filter holder at
this time as it will cool them and make the next batch taste bitter.

TO MAKE CAPPUCCINO
1. Turn on the steam switch.
2. Put cold milk (skim, 1 %, 2%, Regular, Half & Half)
into a steaming pitcher only one-third full.
3. Place an empty mug under the steam tube and open the steam
valve part way to remove any accumulated water from the steam tube.
4. Close the steam valve.
5. Hold the pitcher with milk in it so that the end of the steam tube
is below the surface of the milk but not so deep to block the air hole.
6. Open the steam valve all the way.
7. As the froth forms, raise the pitcher so that the steam tube
goes deeper into the pitcher over the air hole.
8. When the froth is near the top of the pitcher, turn off the steam valve.
(the froth may not come to the top if you are using a large
pitcher with less milk in it.)
9. turn off the “Steam” switch.
10. Remove the cups of espresso from the drip pan grid.
11. Spoon some froth from the pitcher on the espresso in the cup(s),
then pour the hot milk in until the froth reaches the top of the cup(s).
12. If desired, sprinkle shaved chocolate or cinamon on top of the froth.

After following all the steps outlined here, if you are still having
any trouble, call our consumer assistance line:

(I-800-527-4336 (9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Eastern)

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DESCRIPTION

111 Main switch 1131 Grating

121 Coffee switch 1141 Filter (1 or 2 cups)

131 Hot water button a Filter holder

141 Steam switch 1161 Coffee dispenser unit

151 Temperature indicator 1171 Power cord

161 Reservoir filler coffee (181 Reservoir filler funnel

Steam/hot water tap dial )191 Lower gasket

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Coffee press 120( Diffusor holder
181
El Water reservoir (21( Diffusor

Ial Steam nozzle 1221 Pump suction tube

ml Removable decompression tube 1231 Reservoir guides

1121 Basin 1241 Connection plug

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE POWER SUPPLY CORD

A A short electric cord is supplied to avoid twisting and prevent you from tripping
on it.
ONLY FOR TWO WIRES POWER SUPPLY CORD:
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a
safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat the safety feature.

B Be very careful when using extension cords.

C If an extension is used, check that:

the electric ratings reported on the extension cord are equal to or greater than
1 those on the household appliance power cord.

2 it includes a 3-pin plug with earth if the appliance is of the grounded type.

the cord does not hang from the table to prevent children from tripping or pul-
3 ling on it.

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations for choosing Gaggia! Thanks to the Tebe Gaggia you can enjoy
delicious coffee or cappuccino in the comfort of your own home. Espresso is prepa-
red by rapidly filtering pressurized water that has been heated to the right tempera-
ture through a finely roasted blend.
The heart of the Tebe Gaggia consists of a high-performance pump. A switch is
used to control the water flow.
The way to prepare an aspresso coffee or cappuccino is quite different from the pro-
cedure used for the traditional coffee pot.
Therefore, it is very important to carefully read all the instructions before using
your Tebe Gaggia.
Familiarize yourself with the different parts of the espresso machine before making
a cup of coffee.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

The state of the espresso depends 3 You can recognize real espresso by
on the quality and type of coffee the dark color, rich taste and typical
used. The particular flavor of a cof- creaminess.
fee bean depends on different fac-
tors but the taste and aroma are the
result of the roasting process. The 4 Cappuccino is a special combina-
tion of espresso coffee and hot
coffee beans which are roasted lon-
fronthy milk. It can be served with
ger and at higher temperatures have
a sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg or
a darker color.
chocolate.
Darker beans release more aroma
compared to lighter beans.
5 The espresso coffee should be ser-
ved immediately after it has been
You can buy different qualities of prepared.
coffee. Each type of roasting is
characterized by a blend of beans
6 Serve the espresso coffee in a small
roasted at a particular temperature
coffee cup and the cappuccino in a
and with a particular type of aroma.
larger breakfast cup.
Decaffeinated coffees are also avai-
lable which contain only 2% caffei-
ne. Use different types of coffee in 7 Each type of coffee requires a spe-
your espresso machine. You will cific type of grinding since the cof-
probably discover an aroma that is fee beans available on the market
better than the being used up to have different blends and different
now. levels of roasting.

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PREPARING THE ESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINE

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WARNING! NEVER RUN THE PUMP WITHOUT WATER IN THE
RESERVOIR TO AVOID DAMAGING THE PUMPING MECHANI-
SM. INCORRECT USE OF THE PUMP IS NOT COVERED BY THE
WARRANTY

Remove the water reservoir cover (6) and fill it with cold water until
the MAX level as marked on the reservoir (9).

The water reservoir (9) can also be removed to fill it, by sliding it along the guides
(23) towards the external part of the machine.

IMPORTANT: When reinserting the reservoir in the guides, make sure that the SUC-
tion tube (22) is inside the reservoir.

Insert the cord socket (17) into the machine plug (24). Then insert the
cord plug into a suitable socket (see “Warning” point 1).

Set the main swicth (1) to position 1. The switch led will turn on. Make
131 sure that the coffee switch (2) and the steam switch (4) are not pressed.

STARTING THE MACHINE

This procedure describes how to fill the boiler whit cold water. It is recommen-
ded to follow this procedure each time the machine is used for the “first” time.

This machine, featuring a pump and a solenoid valve to brew coffee, is equipped
with a self-priming system. Place an empty cup on the drip-plate, do not insert
filter holder into brew head and press coffee switch (2).
You will hear the sound of the operating pump and after few seconds, water will
start to get out from the brewing head.
Once cup is filled, release the coffee switch (2): Tebe Gaggia is now ready to be
used.

NOTE: It may happen that the self-priming feature of the pump does not tempo-
rarily work due to an air lock. In this case water does not get out from brewing
head, and the following procedure should be followed:

a Place a cup or pitcher under the steam nozzle (10).

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 Turn the dial (7) anticlockwise to open the steam/hot water dispenser
b tap and press the hot water button (3) to start the pump.

After a few seconds, water will begin to flow out of the nozzle. Allow
C about a cup of water to come out. Close the steam/hot water dispenser
tap and release the hot water button. The Tebe Gaggia is now ready for use.

Note: The temperature indicator (5) will turn on and off automatically
d during the heating period. After turing on the machine, allow the indi-
cator to turn on and off at least 6 times before preparing the coffee (this corre-
sponds to a heating time of about 6 minutes).

Another feature of the machine is the “no-drip system”, eliminating most of

dripping from brewing head (16). After coffee brewing, however, a little drip-
ping may occur due to wet coffee grinds in the filter-holder.

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NOW TO PREPARE GOOD ESPRESSO

I 1 Follow the procedure described in the Preparation section.

Wait until the machine has reached the correct temperature (heating
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2 time about 6 minutes).

Select the correct filter (14) and insert it into the filter holder (15). Use
ml the small filter for 1 cup and the large filter for 2 cups. Then insert the
filter holder (15) into the unit (16) and wait for it to heat up.

After heating, remove the filter holder (15) and fill it with ground coffee
EEI using the special measure. Use one measure for each cup of coffee. Do
not overtill. Use the special press (8) to tap down the coffee. Do not
overpress.

Clean off any coffee residues from the edge of the filter holder (15).
El Insert the filter holder into the unit (16) with a 45” movement to the left.
Then turn it back to the right to lock it into position.
The handle of the filter holder should be perpendicular to the machine
or slightly shifted towards the right.

Place 1 or 2 cups under the filter holder. Press the coffee switch (2) and
El the coffee will begin to flow.

When the cups are 3/4 full, release the coffee switch. The strength of the
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7 coffee will vary depending on the amount of water. A good coffee pre-
pared according to the correct procedure will have the typical brown
“ c r e a m ” . If not, refer to the OPERATING PROBLEMS section.
Remove the cups and serve.

m To prepare another cup of coffee, slowly and carefully remove the filter
holder by moving it to the left. Be careful not to bum yourself with any
water that may have remained on the coffee grounds.
Remove the grounds from the filter. To prepare another cup of coffee,
repeat steps 4 to 8.

“PERFECT CREMA” DEVICE

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9 A unique disc fitted into the filter-holder will produce coffee giving the
perfect “Crema” essential for the authentic espresso, whatever type of
grind y>ou use.
Furthermore, you need only use the two-cup filter
basket even when brewing for one person (one
level measure of coffee only).

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HOW TO PREPARE GOOD CAPPUCCINO

Before preparing a cappuccino, make sure that you have everything that is nee-
ded including a pitcher (or cup) filled halfway with cold milk plus coffee and
milk cups.

FROTHING THE MILK

The density of the frothed milk will depend on the fat content of the milk. The
nozzle (10) will produce the frothing needed without boiling the milk. After
trying two or three times and with a little bit of effort you will become an expert
in preparing a cappuccino. Move the steam nozzle (10) towards the outside of
the machine so that the pitcher can be inserted without hitting it against the side
of the espresso machine.

El Press the espresso in large cups as already indicated.

El Press the steam switch (4).

El After lo-15 seconds or when the temperature indicator (5) turns on, place
the pitcher that is filled halfway with cold milk under the steam nozzle. See
Figure A.

El Slowly turn the dial of the dispenser tap (7) anti-clockwise to make the
steam come out. IMPORTANT: The pressure of the steam will increase as the
dial is turned.

El Turn the pitcher with a circular movement while making sure that the end
of the steam nozzle is just barely immersed in the milk when the froth begins to
from. Do not boil the milk.

El Once the right amount of froth has been obtained, turn the steam dial
clockwise to cut off the flow of steam and remove the pitcher. Release the steam
switch (4).

El Pour the frothed milk into the coffee. Sprinkle cinnamon, cocoa or nutmeg
as desired. Serve.

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El NOTE: To immediately prepare
another coffee, fill the boiler with water
so that it will be heated to the correct tem-
perature. If not, the coffee may have a
,burned taste. Place an empty cup on the
grating. Do not insert the filter holder.
Press the coffee switch (2) and fill the cup
with water. Release the coffee switch.
Now you can prepare another cup of cof-
fee. The boiler should be filled each time
the machine has been used to make steam.

HOW TO OBTAIN HOT WATER

El Follow the procedure described in the Preparation section.

LLI Place a pitcher under the steam nozzle (10).

tz Press the hot water button (3) and slowly turn the steam dial (7) anticlockwise
to make the hot water flow.

H Once the desired amount of water has been obtained, turn the steam dial
clockwise and release the dispenser cut-off button. Then remove the pitcher.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT: Clean the steam nozzle (10) after immersing it in milk to pre-
milk from depositing. To make cleaning easier, as indicated in figure B, the
outer part of the steam nozzle can be quickly removed by pulling it down. Use a
damp cloth to clean the end of the nozzle and open the steam dispenser tap. Allow
the steam to flow for one or two seconds to clear out the nozzle. Clean the outside
of the steam nozzle. If necessary, use a needle to clean the steam jet hole.

LZI Clean the filter holder (15) and the filter (14)
regularly with warm water.

El Clean the casing of the machine with a damp

FIG. B
cloth.

q Remove the basin ( 12) and the grating (13), and

wash them with water. Do not use abrasives.

El Clean the gasket inside the coffee dispenser unit

(16). Keep it clean. NOZZLE

H Unscrew and periodically clean the diffusor (21),

depending on how much the machine is used. STEAM NOZZLE

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El If the machine is not used for extended periods, remove the water in the boiler
by pressing the hot water button and opening the tap so that the equivalent of about
two cappuccino cups of water flow out of the nozzle. Do this only after the reser-
voir has been filled with cold water. Never use the pump without water.

DESCALING

The machine may be damaged in areas where hard water is used. The machine
should be cleaned every month (depending on use and water characteristics) with a
special GAGGIA descaler (follow the istructions reported herein). Remove the dif-
fusor (21) and clean it. Pour the solution into the reservoir and turn on the pump for
15 seconds. Allow the solution to circulate in the coffee dispenser unit and in the
steam nozzle for a few seconds. Wait 20 minutes and then turn on the pump for 20
seconds. Repeat the operation every 2-3 minutes until the solution has been com-
pletely used.
Rinse the machine by circulating water through the dispenser unit and the steam
nozzle for about the amount of water contained in the reservoir. Replace the diffu-
sor (21).

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NOTE: PROBLEMS CAUSED BY THE FORMATION OF SCALE
ARE NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY.
The users should not perform any other maintenance. Use the Gaggia
descaler to obtain the best results.

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CAUTION!
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Do not touch hot sur. Do not place thl
When using household
appliances, it is recommen-
ded to take a few precau-
1 faces.
2 cord, plugs or hod:
of the machine it
water or other liquic
to avoid fires, electric
tions to reduce the risk of shocks and/or acci
fires, electric shocks and/or dents.
accidents.

Carefully read all instruc-

tions and information provi-
ded in this handbook and in
any other pamphlet supplied
in the package before star-
ting or using the espresso
Do not use the Use of accessories
machine. machine with a
damaged cord or
plug or in case of
6 which are not recom,
m e n d e d b y tht
manufacturer may
faults or ruptures. cause damage ta
The machine should things or people.
he checked or repai-
red at the closest ser-
vice center.

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Keep the espresso Check that the
9 machine away from
heat sources.
espresso machine i!
set on the “0” posi
tion before insertinl
the plug into thl
socket. To turn of
the machine, set thl
selector to “0” am
then remove the plul
from the socket.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS. J-EL
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 Be c a r e f u l w h e n Pull out the plug fro]

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thl
bodl using the espresso the socket if th
e ii machine especially machine is not bein
iquic when children are used or during clea
!ctril present. ning. Allow it to co<
acci before inserting o WARNINGS
removable parts an
before cleaning.
The espresso machine has
been designed only for hou-
4 sehold use. Any repairs or
u service, except for normal
cleaning and maintenance,
must be performed by an
authorized service center.

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Brie: Do not use the The cord should nc
corn espresso machine hang from the table c I. Check that the voltage
the outdoors. 8 touch hot surfaces. indicated on the rating plate
ma!
! tc matches your power supply.

2. Never use warm or hot

water to fill the water reser-
voir. Use cold water only.

3. Never clean the machine

with corrosive detergents or
with tools which may scrat-
ch the surface. Just use a

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soft cloth dampened with

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the The machine should Be extremely carefi water.
me is only be used for when using steam.
Iosi. house hold purposes.
-tine 4. Use natural mineral water
tht
I of1 to prevent the formation of
t thf scale.
and
Pluf

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IF THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS SHOULD OCCUR

COFFEE IS NOT COFFEE THE PUMP WATER LEAKS

DISPENSED DISPENSED TOO MAKES TOO PROM THE
QUICKLY (less MUCH NOISE F!LTER HOLDER
than 30 seconds)
AND THE
COFFEE IS TOO
WEAK

CHECK that there is water that the coffee is that there is water that the filter
in the reservoir not too coarse in the reservoir holder was inserted
correctly

CHECK that the filter is not that the coffee was that the boiler was that the gasket is
clogged because tapped down with tilled not dirty or worn
the coffee the press
is too fine

CHECK that the coffee was that the coffee is that there are not
not oveqwessed not too coarse coffee residues on
the edge of the
filter holder

CHECK that the diffuser is

clean

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NOT ENOUGH COFFEE TOO MILK NOT VERY COFFEE
“CREAM” IN COLD FROTHY DISPENSED TOC
THE ESPRESSO SLOWLY (more
than 30 seconds)
AND THE
COFFEE IS TOO
STRONG

that the coffee is that the machine that the steam that the coffee is
not too coarse or was heated nozzle and/or not too fine
too fine (6 minutes) nozzle air intake
are not clogged

that the coffee was that the coffee is that the milk is not .
not tapped down not too fine too hot
too hard/too soft
with the press

that the coffee is that the filter

not too old or dry holder is
properly heated

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