Imiyalelo Ebalulekile Yezokuphepha
Sicela ufunde yonke imiyalelo ngokucophelela ngaphambi kokusebenzisa ithuluzi. Gcina le ncwadi ukuze uyibhekisele esikhathini esizayo.
- Qinisekisa ivolumutage ifanisa ukunikezwa kwamandla akho.
- Ungacwilisi into esetshenziswayo, intambo kagesi, noma uyixhume emanzini noma kolunye uketshezi.
- Khipha ipulaki lapho ingasetshenziswa nangaphambi kokuhlanza.
- Ungasebenzisi noma iyiphi into esebenza ngentambo noma ipulaki eyonakele.
- Sebenzisa izesekeli ezinconywe ngumkhiqizi kuphela.
- Keep children supervised around the appliance.
- Ungathinti izindawo ezishisayo. Sebenzisa izibambo noma amaknobho.
- Beka into esetshenziswayo endaweni ezinzile, esezingeni.
- Lolu hlelo lokusebenza lusetshenziswa ekhaya kuphela.
Umkhiqizo Uphelileview
The Neretva 15 Bar Espresso Machine (Model PE3690SU) is designed to prepare various coffee beverages, including espresso, cappuccino, and latte. It features a 15-bar pressure system, a powerful steam wand, and a visible pressure gauge for precise control over the extraction process.

Isithombe: Ngaphambili view of the Neretva 15 Bar Espresso Machine, showcasing its stainless steel finish, control panel, portafilter, and steam wand. Two espresso shots are being dispensed into glasses.
Izingxenye zifakiwe:
- Espresso machine (main unit)
- Milk frothing pitcher
- Dosing ifaneli
- Single shot filter (Pressurized)
- Double shot filter (Pressurized)
- Coffee spoon/tamper
- 51mm portafilter
- Incwadi yomsebenzisi (le dokhumenti)
Setha
1. Unpacking and Initial Cleaning:
- Susa zonke izinto zokupakisha nezesekeli.
- Sula ingaphandle lomshini ngesikhangisoamp indwangu.
- Wash the water tank, portafilter, filter baskets, and milk frothing pitcher with warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
2. Ukugcwalisa Ithangi Lamanzi:
The machine features a 1.8L removable water tank located at the back.
- Susa ithange lamanzi ngokuliphakamisela phezulu.
- Fill the tank with fresh, cold water up to the MAX level indicator. Do not exceed the MAX line.
- Place the water tank back onto the machine, ensuring it is seated correctly.

Image: A hand removing the clear, removable water tank from the back of the espresso machine for refilling.
3. First Use (Priming the Machine):
Before making coffee, prime the machine to fill the internal system with water and remove any air.
- Qinisekisa ukuthi ithangi lamanzi ligcwele.
- Beka inkomishi ngaphansi kwe-portafilter spout (ngaphandle kwekhofi).
- Xhuma umshini endaweni yokukhipha amandla esekelwe phansi.
- Cindezela inkinobho yamandla ukuze uvule umshini. Izibani zesikhombisi zizokhanya njengoba umshini ushisa.
- Once the indicator lights stop flashing and remain solid, the machine is ready.
- Press the single shot button to run water through the group head for approximately 30 seconds.
- Turn the steam knob to the steam position to release steam for 30 seconds.
- Repeat steps 6 and 7 until water flows smoothly and steam is consistent.
Imiyalelo yokusebenza
1. Making Espresso:
- Lungisa i-Portafilter: Faka ubhasikidi wokuhlunga owufunayo (okukodwa noma okuphindwe kabili) kusihlungi sephothali.
- Ikhofi Eligayiwe: Gaya ubhontshisi wekhofi omusha ube nokuqina okuhle okufanelekela i-espresso.
- Dose Coffee: Fill the filter basket with ground coffee. For a single shot, use 13-14g; for a double shot, use approximately 17g. Use the dosing funnel to minimize mess.
- Tamp Ikhofi: Sebenzisa i-tamper to press the ground coffee firmly and evenly. Ensure the surface is level.
- Namathisela okokuhlunga: Insert the portafilter into the group head and turn it firmly to the right until it is securely locked.
- Indebe yendawo: Place one or two espresso cups on the drip tray beneath the portafilter spouts. Consider using the cup warming area on top of the machine for pre-heated cups.
- Start Extraction: Press the single shot or double shot button. The machine will begin pre-infusion, then extract espresso. Monitor the pressure gauge for optimal extraction (typically 9-12 bar).
- Misa Ukukhipha: The machine will automatically stop after a preset volume. You can manually stop it by pressing the button again if you prefer a different volume.
- Susa Isihlungi Sephothali: Carefully remove the portafilter by turning it to the left. Dispose of the used coffee grounds.

Image: Illustration showing the single cup filter basket (13-14g) and double cup filter basket (17g) for different espresso shot sizes.

Image: Diagram illustrating the pre-infusion function, showing water gently saturating coffee grounds before full pressure extraction, compared to extraction without pre-infusion.

Isithombe: Eduze view of the top of the espresso machine, highlighting the cup warming area with two white cups placed on it.

Image: Close-up of the espresso machine's pressure gauge during extraction, showing the optimal pressure range for perfect extraction. Below, three cups illustrate insufficient, perfect, and over-extraction.
2. Frothing Milk with the Steam Wand:
The powerful steam system allows for creating delicate milk foam for lattes and cappuccinos.
- Lungiselela Ubisi: Fill the milk frothing pitcher with cold milk (dairy or non-dairy) up to just below the spout.
- Yenza kusebenze i-Steam: Turn the steam knob to the steam position. Wait for the steam indicator light to illuminate steadily, indicating the machine has reached steaming temperature.
- Hlanza i-Steam Wand: Briefly open the steam valve to release any condensed water. Close the valve.
- Position Wand: Immerse the tip of the steam wand just below the surface of the milk in the pitcher.
- Qala i-Steam: Open the steam valve fully. Lower the pitcher slightly to introduce air for frothing, then raise it to heat the milk. Move the pitcher in a circular motion.
- Gada izinga lokushisa: Continue until the milk reaches the desired temperature (approximately 140-150°F or 60-65°C). The pitcher will become hot to the touch.
- Yeka Ukushisa: Close the steam valve, then remove the pitcher.
- Induku Ehlanzekile: Sula ngokushesha induku yesitimu ngesikhangisoamp cloth to remove any milk residue. Briefly open the steam valve again to clear any milk from inside the wand.

Image: The Neretva espresso machine with its steam wand actively frothing milk in a stainless steel pitcher, demonstrating the powerful steam system.
Isondlo
1. Ukuhlanza Nsuku Zonke:
- Obhasikidi Besihlungi Nesihlungi: After each use, remove coffee grounds and rinse the portafilter and filter baskets under warm water.
- I-Steam Wand: Always wipe the steam wand immediately after frothing milk. Purge the wand to prevent blockages.
- I-Tray Tray: Empty and rinse the drip tray daily or when the indicator floats up.
- Ithangi lamanzi: Hlanza ithangi lamanzi nsuku zonke bese ugcwalisa ngamanzi amasha.
- Inhloko Yeqembu: Wipe the group head screen with a damp indwangu yokukhipha noma iyiphi insalela yekhofi.
2. Ukwehlisa:
Regular descaling is essential to prevent mineral buildup and maintain machine performance. The frequency depends on water hardness and usage, typically every 2-3 months.
- Prepare a descaling solution according to the descaler manufacturer's instructions.
- Gcwalisa ithangi lamanzi ngesisombululo sokwehlisa.
- Place a large container under the group head and steam wand.
- Turn on the machine. Once heated, run approximately half of the solution through the group head by pressing the double shot button.
- Open the steam valve and release the remaining solution through the steam wand.
- Cima umshini bese uwuvumela uhlale imizuzu eyi-15-20.
- Rinse the water tank thoroughly and fill it with fresh water.
- Repeat steps 4 and 5 with fresh water to rinse the machine completely.
Ukuxazulula inkinga
| Inkinga | Imbangela Engenzeka | Isixazululo |
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| Akukho khofi elikhishwayo / Ukugeleza kancane |
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| No steam / Weak steam |
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| Amanzi avuzayo emshinini |
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| Espresso is too weak / no crema |
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Imininingwane
- Imodeli: PE3690SU
- Ingcindezi: 15 Ibha
- Amandla: 1450W
- Amandla ethangi lamanzi: 1.8 amalitha
- Ubukhulu: 9 x 11.2 x 11.5 amayintshi (L x W x H)
- Isisindo Sento: 12.52 amakhilogremu
- Okubalulekile: Ingaphandle Lensimbi Engagqwali
- Izici ezikhethekile: Visible Pressure Gauge, Pre-infusion Function, Automatic Pressure Relief, Powerful Steam System, Cup Warming Area, Removable Water Tank
Iwaranti kanye Nokusekela
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