GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BENE CASA
ESPRESSO MAKER
Lid
Polished
Stainless Steel
Carafe
Silicone
Gasket Ring
Safety Valve
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WHAT SHOULD BE READILY AVAILABLE:
• Coffee, ground to a fine espresso grind that resembles salt grains.
• Its recommended to use filtered or bottled water for best espresso brew.
CLEAN YOUR ESPRESSO MAKER
Knob
• Remove all labels and packaging.
• Hand wash all parts with warm water.
• Rinse all parts thoroughly to remove any soap residue.
• Make 2-3 pots of coffee to season the pot. Follow to use instructions below for each cycle.
Handle
• Fill the lower chamber with cold water just below the valve.
• Insert the funnel and fill it with ground espresso. Smooth grounds without
• Tightly screw the upper part of the pot on to the base. Avoid using the
• Select burner size to fit bottom of pot. For gas stovetop, make sure the flame is not larger than bottom of pot.
• Place pot on the stovetop until the water boils and coffee begins to come out of the center post. There will be a
Metal Filter
• When the top of the pot is full of coffee, remove from stove. Brown foam appears just seconds before the coffee is
• Before pouring coffee, stir it in the upper chamber with a small spoon to equalize all the different coffee layers for
Keep your Bene Casa Espresso Maker running
smoothly by cleaning it after every use.
• Wash by hand with warm water.
• Dry thoroughly with towel.
Funnel Filter
• Do not reassemble the product until all parts are completely dry to avoid oxidation.
• Dishwasher is not recommended.
Extra Deep
Threading
• Periodically check the funnel, the filter plate and the washer for wear. Over time, they may
• Never use the pot without water.
• Never use other contents besides coffee like teas, cacao powder or instant coffee as it
Stainless Steel
• If the heat is too high, coffee may have a burnt taste. Getting the optimum temperature
Boiler
• Store coffee grounds in airtight container, away from sunlight.
• Use filtered water for best coffee flavor.
BEFORE FIRST USE
HOW TO MAKE ESPRESSO
packing or applying too much pressure. Remove any coffee grounds on
the edge of the funnel.
handle for leverage.
The flame should not come around the sides of the pot.
gurgling sound during this process.
completely done.
optimum flavor.
CLEANING YOUR ESPRESSO
MAKER AFTER EACH USE
TIPS & PRECAUTIONS
need to be replaced.
will clog the filter plate.
for brewing may take some trial and error.
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