Introducción
Thank you for choosing the Krups EA 8161 Fully Automatic Espresso Machine. This appliance is designed to provide you with high-quality coffee beverages, from rich espresso to creamy cappuccinos, with ease and convenience. Please read this manual carefully before first use to ensure proper operation, maintenance, and to maximize the lifespan of your machine. Keep this manual for future reference.
Información de seguridad
Always follow basic safety precautions when using electrical appliances to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons. This machine is for household use only.
- No sumerja el aparato, el cable de alimentación ni el enchufe en agua ni en otros líquidos.
- Asegúrese del volumentagEl voltaje indicado en el aparato corresponde al voltaje de su red eléctrica.tage.
- No opere el electrodoméstico con un cable o enchufe dañado, o después de que el electrodoméstico funcione mal o haya sido dañado de alguna manera.
- Mantenga el aparato y su cable fuera del alcance de los niños.
- Desenchufe siempre el aparato antes de limpiarlo y cuando no esté en uso.
- Evite el contacto con superficies calientes. Utilice asas o perillas.
- Utilice únicamente accesorios recomendados por el fabricante.
Configuración
Before using your Krups EA 8161 for the first time, follow these steps:
- Desembalaje: Retire con cuidado todos los materiales de embalaje y asegúrese de que todos los componentes estén presentes.
- Limpieza inicial: Wash the water tank, drip tray, and milk container (if included) with warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Wipe the exterior of the machine with a damp paño.
- Llena el tanque de agua: Fill the 1.8-liter water tank with fresh, cold water up to the 'MAX' level. Ensure it is correctly seated in the machine.
- Añadir granos de café: Open the bean hopper lid and pour fresh coffee beans into the hopper. The hopper has a capacity of 275g. Close the lid securely.
- Primer uso/imprimación: Plug the machine into a grounded power outlet. Follow the on-screen instructions for the initial priming cycle. This process flushes the internal system and prepares it for brewing.
- Connect Milk Frother (for milk-based drinks): If you plan to make milk-based beverages, connect the milk frother tube to the designated port on the machine and place the other end into the milk container filled with cold milk.
Image: The Krups EA 8161 espresso machine, showing the main unit, bean hopper, control panel, coffee spouts, drip tray, and the external milk frother container connected via a tube.
Instrucciones de funcionamiento
Your Krups EA 8161 features an intuitive control panel and integrated screen for easy operation.
Panel de control sobreview
Image: Close-up of the Krups EA 8161 control panel, featuring an integrated digital display and various buttons for power, menu, settings, quantity adjustment, and start/stop functions.
Preparación básica del café
- Encendido: Press the power button (usually indicated by a circle with a vertical line) to turn on the machine. The display will show the heating process.
- Seleccionar bebida: Use the navigation buttons to select your desired coffee beverage (e.g., Espresso, Coffee).
- Ajustar configuración:
- Intensidad del café: Use the intensity button to choose from various strength levels.
- Water Quantity: Adjust the volume of water for your drink using the +/- buttons.
- Temperatura: The machine offers 3 temperature settings. Access this through the settings menu.
- Configuración de molienda: The integrated grinder allows adjustable settings. This is typically done via a dial inside the bean hopper. Refer to the image below for location.
- Comience a preparar: Place a cup under the coffee spouts and press the 'Start/Stop' button to begin brewing.
Imagen: Un primer plano view of the coffee bean hopper on the Krups EA 8161, showing fresh coffee beans and the integrated dial for adjusting the grind fineness.
Preparing Milk-Based Beverages (Cappuccino, Hot Milk)
The Krups EA 8161 features an automatic milk frothing system.
- Prepare Milk System: Ensure the milk frother tube is connected to the machine and immersed in cold milk within the milk container.
- Seleccionar bebida: Choose 'Cappuccino' or 'Hot Milk' from the menu.
- Comenzar: Place a suitable cup under the coffee and milk spouts and press 'Start/Stop'. The machine will automatically froth and dispense milk, then brew coffee for cappuccino.
Image: A clear glass cup filled with a perfectly layered cappuccino, demonstrating the machine's ability to create milk-based beverages.
Image: A close-up of the milk frother tube connected to the espresso machine's spout, leading into an external stainless steel milk container labeled 'Milch'.
Mantenimiento
La limpieza y el mantenimiento regulares son cruciales para la longevidad y el rendimiento óptimo de su máquina de café expreso.
- Limpieza diaria: Empty and clean the drip tray and coffee grounds container daily. Rinse the water tank.
- Limpieza del sistema de leche: After each use of the milk frother, run a quick rinse cycle to prevent milk residue buildup. The machine has an automatic cleaning function for the milk system.
- Autolimpieza automática: The machine features an automatic self-cleaning program. Follow the instructions on the display when prompted.
- Descalcificación automática: The Krups EA 8161 has an automatic anti-calc (descaling) program. The machine will notify you when descaling is required. Use only descaling products recommended by Krups.
- Limpieza exterior: Limpie el exterior de la máquina con un paño suave yamp Paño. No utilice limpiadores abrasivos ni disolventes.
Solución de problemas
Si tiene problemas con su máquina, consulte los siguientes problemas y soluciones comunes:
| Problema | Posible causa | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| No se dispensa café. | Tanque de agua vacío; granos de café vacíos; unidad de preparación bloqueada. | Fill water tank; add coffee beans; run a cleaning cycle. |
| El café está demasiado débil. | Grind setting too coarse; coffee intensity too low. | Adjust grind to finer setting; increase coffee intensity. |
| La leche no hace espuma correctamente. | Milk system dirty; milk not cold enough; wrong type of milk. | Clean milk system thoroughly; use cold milk (preferably semi-skimmed); ensure milk tube is correctly positioned. |
| La máquina muestra una alerta de descalcificación. | La máquina requiere descalcificación. | Perform the automatic descaling program as per the display instructions. |
Presupuesto
Detailed technical specifications for the Krups EA 8161 Fully Automatic Espresso Machine:
| Característica | Especificación |
|---|---|
| Marca | KRUPS |
| Número de modelo | EA8161 |
| Color | Blanco |
| Dimensiones (L x An x Al) | 51 x 39 x 30 cm |
| Peso | 798 gramos |
| Capacidad del tanque de agua | 1.8 litros |
| Capacidad de la tolva de frijoles | 275 gramos |
| Fuerza | 1450 vatios |
| Presión | 15 barras |
| Material | Plástico |
| Sistema de calefacción | unidad térmica |
| Tipo de entrada de café | Granos de café |
| Tipo de cafetera | Máquina de café espresso completamente automática |
| Tipo de control | Botones |
| Molinillo integrado | Sí |
| Adjustable Coffee Intensity | Sí |
| Temperatura ajustable | Yes (3 settings) |
| Adjustable Grinder Settings | Sí |
| Automatic Anti-Calc | Sí |
| Autolimpieza | Sí |
| Pantalla integrada | Sí |
| Vaporizador de leche | Sí (Automático) |
Imagen: Un primer plano view of the internal metal brew group, highlighting its robust construction for durability and consistent coffee extraction.
Garantía y soporte
KRUPS is committed to providing high-quality products. Your Krups EA 8161 espresso machine is designed for long-lasting performance.
- Reparabilidad: KRUPS offers 15 years of repairability at a fair price, supported by a network of 6200 recognized repair workshops worldwide.
- Atención al cliente: For further assistance, troubleshooting not covered in this manual, or warranty claims, please visit the official KRUPS websitio o contacte con su servicio de atención al cliente. También puede visitar el KRUPS Brand Store Para más información.
Image: A circular badge indicating '15 JAHRE REPARIERBARKEIT ZUM FAIREN PREIS' (15 Years Repairability at a Fair Price) with a screwdriver icon, signifying long-term support for repairs.
