Jura Capresso Coffeemaker Impressa F9 User Manual

Impressa F9  
Fully Automatic  
Coffee & Espresso Center  
with Claris Water Care System  
Operating Instructions  
and Warranty  
Customer Service 1-800-220-5701  
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NOTICE: Your Impressa F9 has a 3-prong grounded plug. To  
reduce the risk of electrical shock this plug will fit in an outlet  
only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet contact a  
qualified electrician. DO NOT modify the plug in any way.  
JURA-CAPRESSO  
Jura was founded in 1931 in Switzerland.  
Capresso was founded in 1994 in the USA.  
Both companies have joined forces in the US to  
bring you the best Fully Automatic Coffee  
Centers available anywhere. With innovative and  
user-friendly features, high quality materials,  
clear instructions and superb customer service,  
we are sure you will experience the best coffee,  
espresso, cappuccino or latte you have ever  
had. We hope you will enjoy your new Fully  
Automatic Coffee Center and will recommend it  
to your friends. For more information about our  
CAUTION  
This appliance is for household use. Any servicing other than  
cleaning and user maintenance should be performed by an  
authorized service representative.  
• Do not immerse base in water or try to disassemble.  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not remove  
the base. No user serviceable parts inside. Repair should  
be done by authorized service personnel only.  
• Check voltage to be sure that the voltage indicated on the  
name plate agrees with your voltage.  
• Never use warm or hot water to fill the water container!  
Use cold water only!  
• Keep your hands and the cord away from hot parts of the  
appliance during operation.  
Michael Kramm, President  
• Never clean with scouring powders or hard implements.  
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1. Height-Adjustable Coffee Spout  
2. Operating Buttons (See Fig. 3)  
3. Removable Water Tank  
4. Low Water Flotation Device (See Fig. 8.4)  
5. Claris Water Care Cartridge (Not Installed)  
5a. Service Plug  
Fig. 1  
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10  
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6. Lid for Water Tank  
7. Ground Coffee Funnel  
8. Lid for Ground Coffee Funnel  
9. Lid for Bean Container  
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5a  
10. Touch-screen control display (See Fig. 5)  
11. Steam/Hot Water Buttons (See Fig. 4)  
12. Dual Frother Plus  
13. Stainless Steel Removable Grid  
14. Removable Drawer  
12  
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4
3
2
13  
14  
15. Measuring Scoop  
16. Two Cleaning Tablets (white)  
17. Water Hardness Indicator Strip  
18. Claris Water Cartridge (unpacked)  
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Fig. 2  
19. Used Coffee Container  
20. Tray  
13. Grid  
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16  
17  
18  
14. Drawer  
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Operating  
Buttons  
a. On/Off  
SELECT PRODUCT  
b. Rinse  
(PRESS MAINT.)  
a
c
e
b
d
f
a
b
a. Hot Water  
b. Steam  
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
c. 1-Cup  
d. 2-Cup  
a. BIG CUP  
b. COFFEE  
c. ESPRESSO  
d. ST@RT  
e. MILD  
f. NORMAL  
g. STRONG  
e. Programming  
f. Pre-Ground Coffee  
Fig. 3  
Fig. 4  
Fig. 6  
Fig. 5  
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Fig. 10  
Fig. 11  
Fig. 7  
Fig. 8  
Fig. 9  
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Fig. 12  
Fig. 13  
Fig. 14  
a
b
c
Tip  
Metal Cylinder  
Clip-on Connector  
Dual Frother Plus  
Fig. 15  
Fig. 16  
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Frothing:  
down  
a. Metal Tube  
b. Chrome Sleeve  
c. Steam Nozzle  
b
c
a
Steaming:  
up  
Fig. 17  
Fig. 18  
Fig. 19  
Fig. 20  
IMPRESIA F9  
Fig. 21  
Fig. 22  
Fig. 23  
Fig. 24  
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Table of Contents  
Page  
Page  
Important Safeguards / Jura-Capresso...............................2  
Illustrations.......................................................................4–7  
1. Product Registration......................................................9  
2. Customer Service..........................................................9  
3. WELCOME TO THE IMPRESSA F9 ...........................9  
a. A Word about "Crema Coffee"...............................10  
b. Pressure Brewing...................................................10  
c. Different Coffee Drinks...........................................10  
d. Coffee Facts...........................................................10  
4. Please Don't / Please Do ............................................10  
5. Factory Settings ..........................................................11  
6. PREPARING MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME........11  
7. Adding Coffee Beans ..................................................12  
8. Adjusting the Grinder ..................................................12  
9. DAILY PREPARATION................................................13  
10. Grinding and Brewing..................................................13  
a. Selecting Cup Size and Strength...........................13  
11. Using Pre-Ground Coffee............................................13  
12. Using Hot Water..........................................................14  
13. FROTHING, STEAMING, HEATING...........................14  
14. Heating and Frothing Milk...........................................14  
15. Cleaning the Dual Frother Plus ...................................15  
16. CLARIS WATER CARTRIDGE ...................................15  
a. Installing and Activating the Claris Cartridge ........16  
b. Replacing the Claris Cartridge...............................16  
17. Adjusting the Water Hardness.....................................17  
18. PROGRAMMING........................................................17  
a. Programming AROMA............................................18  
b. Programming Temperature ....................................18  
c. Programming Water Quantity (Cup Sizes) .............18  
d. Programming the 1-Cup Button ............................19  
e. Programming Steam Portion .................................19  
f. Programming Hot Water Portion............................19  
g. Setting the Time.....................................................20  
h. Setting Auto-On Time ............................................20  
i. Setting Auto Shut-Off.............................................20  
j. Setting Language...................................................21  
k. Looking Up Cup Counter.......................................21  
19. CARE AND MAINTENANCE......................................21  
a. Fill Water ................................................................21  
b. Empty Tray / Empty Grounds.................................21  
c
Fill Beans................................................................21  
d. Stones and Beans..................................................22  
e. General Cleaning Instructions................................22  
f. Emptying System Before Transport.......................22  
20. AUTOMATIC CLEANING CYCLES............................22  
a. Cleaning with Special Tablet..................................22  
b. Decalcifying Procedure..........................................23  
21. Tips for Better Coffee..................................................24  
22. Supplies.......................................................................24  
23. LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................24  
24. Troubleshooting...........................................................25  
Address Information..........................................................27  
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1. PRODUCT REGISTRATION  
optimal coffee extraction and will finish every cup with a rich  
layer of "crema" – proof for perfectly pressure brewed coffee. By  
touching one of three cup symbols and one of three bean sym-  
bols you choose the cup size and the coffee strength you want.  
Touch the ST@RT button and the F9 will grind and brew your  
personal cup of coffee. The integrated solid steel conical burr  
grinder grinds beans to the preferred fineness. A separate funnel  
lets you use pre-ground coffee. All coffee, water and steam  
functions are programmable to your own personal taste. Make  
any size cup of coffee between 1 and 16 oz. The Dual Frother  
Plus* lets you froth and steam milk for delicious cappuccinos  
and lattes. The frother can be programmed to produce steam up  
to 60 seconds. Need more steam? Just push the steam button  
again for another 60 seconds of steam. The stainless steel lined  
ThermoBlock prevents water from coming in contact with alu-  
minum and allows you to brew coffee immediately after frothing  
(no purging). The hot water function lets you prepare tea and  
other beverages in seconds. All important functions such as  
water level, bean container, used coffee container and water filter  
are monitored automatically. You can even program the machine  
to turn itself on and off. You can change the language and can  
check how many cups of coffee you made. Please watch the  
enclosed video and study this instruction manual before you use  
the machine on a daily basis. You will get so much more out of  
Please read the enclosed product registration form now. Fill it  
out and mail or fax it to us within two weeks after purchasing  
your machine or register online through our website:  
www.capresso.com. Important: This registration is part of your  
warranty (chapter 23).  
2. CUSTOMER SERVICE  
Thank you for choosing this Jura-Capresso product. Please  
study these operating instructions carefully before using your  
new machine. We highly recommend viewing the enclosed  
video. For further information please call our special  
TOLL FREE number: 1-800-220-5701, Mon-Fri 9AM – 9PM &  
Sat 9AM – 5PM Eastern Standard Time. If you call at any other  
time please leave a message with your telephone number and  
when we can call you back. You can also send us a FAX at:  
201-767-9684 or EMAIL us at [email protected]  
3. WELCOME TO THE IMPRESSA F9  
This fully automatic coffee center is completely programmable  
and extremely user friendly. The Impressa F9 is made of the  
finest materials and features a unique sensor touch panel. The  
chrome plated metal front with its heavy duty die-cast coffee  
spout, the stainless steel grid and the elegant cup illumination  
make it the center piece of any contemporary kitchen. The  
Impressa F9 can prepare one or two cups of crema coffee at a  
time. The two-step pressure brewing system – well known in  
commercial applications – was adapted and refined by Jura  
coffee specialists and is the trademark of each Jura-Capresso  
coffee center. This Pre-Brew Aroma-System (chapter 10) ensures  
your IMPRESSA F9. Enjoy!  
* If you prepare many cappuccinos or lattes at a time we recommend  
the fast and precise frothXpress PLUS system (separately available).  
This system replaces the Dual Frother Plus and lets you fill cup after  
cup with the desired amount of hot milk and milk froth automatically.  
about the frothXpress Plus system (Super Automatics, Impressa S9).  
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3a. A WORD ABOUT "CREMA COFFEE"  
Latte: Espresso plus 3 to 5 oz. of steamed milk with little or  
no froth.  
Café Mocha: Make Espresso then add chocolate syrup to the  
milk before frothing/steaming.  
Experiment with the size of your milk based drinks. For stronger  
coffee taste add more coffee, for more milk taste use more  
frothed milk.  
According to the majority of coffee experts, grinding, tamping  
and brewing under high pressure is the ideal extracting process  
for maximum flavor and aroma. Your Jura-Capresso automatic  
coffee center will always produce espresso and coffee with a  
thick, foamy layer called "crema." The crema traps the fine aro-  
matics and the light gaseous flavors that register on the palate.  
The high pressure and the short brewing time prevent the  
extraction of bitter oils and release less caffeine than any other  
brewing methods. You will always make the absolute freshest  
and most aromatic cup of coffee. This is the reason why many  
European restaurants and hotels serve fresh pressured brewed  
coffee only. Experiment with your new machine and prepare  
yourself the best and most enjoyable cup of coffee!  
3d. COFFEE FACTS  
Caffeine is tasteless. A "strong" coffee or espresso is mostly  
the result of the amount of coffee in relation to the amount of  
water. The longer a bean is roasted, the less caffeine it has.  
Arabica and Robusta are two genetically different kinds of  
beans. "Arabica" beans have more flavor and a little less caffeine  
than "Robusta" beans which are mostly used in lower priced  
coffees and instant coffees.  
3b. PRESSURE BREWING  
You can make any quantity of coffee from 1 to 16 oz. Please  
note: in order to create the "crema" on top of your coffee, the  
machine brews coffee at slightly lower temperatures than a drip  
coffee maker. Since your coffee is delivered directly into your  
cup we recommend to enjoy it immediately (see chapter 21).  
• Espresso is not a bean, it's the way the coffee is roasted and  
prepared. Typical US espresso roasts result in darker beans with  
an oily outside. European espresso roasts are medium brown  
with no or very little oils showing on the outside.  
Please note: If you use dark, oily beans, see chapters 7 & 8 for  
special handling.  
3c. DIFFERENT COFFEE DRINKS  
Here are some guidelines for the most popular coffee drinks:  
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Ristretto: 2 to 1 oz. of coffee.  
Espresso: 1 to 2 oz. coffee.  
Double Shot: 3 to 4 oz. of coffee.  
Sweeten to taste for the above drinks.  
Crema Coffee: 5 to 712 oz. of coffee  
Cappuccino: Espresso plus 3 to 4 oz. of hot frothed milk.  
4. PLEASE, DON’T... (or you void your warranty protection):  
• Never fill instant coffee into the grinder or ground coffee funnel;  
it can damage the functioning of the brewing chamber.  
• Never fill sugar coated coffee beans into the bean container.  
• Never fill frozen beans into the bean container. If you store  
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beans in the freezer, let them thaw for 3 to 4 hours before  
filling them into the bean container.  
Steam: ................... 60 seconds  
Time: ..................... not set  
• Never fill anything other than coffee beans into the bean con-  
tainer (no chocolate, rice, nuts, spices, etc.)  
Unit On: ................. not set  
Auto Off: ................ 2 hours after last use  
Language: ............. English  
• Never fill anything but fresh, cold clean water into the water  
container, except when decalcifying (chapter 20b).  
• Never use mineral or carbonated water. You can use tap  
water, spring water, distilled water and reverse osmosis water.  
• Never repair or open the machine yourself. All repairs should  
be performed only by an authorized service center.  
PLEASE, DO...  
CUP ILLUMINATION (Fig. 13)  
The cup illumination adds a dramatic touch to brewing coffee.  
Providing the machine is plugged in, you can activate the cup  
illumination for 1 minute by pressing any button.  
• Fill water tank with fresh, cold water only.  
6. PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME  
• Make sure all accessories, literature and any other items are  
removed from the machine and the water tank.  
• Make sure the machine sits on an even, flat surface and the  
drawer, tray and used coffee container are inserted.  
• Plug-in machine.  
• Do NOT fill water tank now.  
Important: Do not install the Claris Filter cartridge now. It can  
block the machine.  
• Remove any foreign particles (small stones) from coffee beans.  
• Let frozen beans thaw for 3 to 4 hours before pouring them  
into the bean container.  
All Display Messages Are Shown in GREEN  
5. FACTORY SETTINGS  
Each machine leaves the factory with the following settings:  
Filter: ..................... NO  
Hardness Level: .... 2  
Aroma: ................... Strong  
Temperature: ......... High  
Turn the machine on by pressing the ON/OFF button (Fig. 3a).  
The display shows WWW.IMPRESSA-F-LINE.COM then  
FILL WATER.  
Big Cup: ................ 240 ml (8 oz.)  
Coffee Cup: ........... 150 ml (5 oz.)  
Espresso Cup: ....... 60 ml (2 oz.)  
1-Cup: ................... 120 ml (4 oz.)  
2-Cup: ................... 240 ml (8 oz.)  
Water Portion: ....... 150 ml (5 oz.)  
• Remove water tank, fill with fresh, cold water and replace.  
The following procedure is only necessary when setting up the  
machine for the first time and after the procedure "Emptying  
System Before Transport" (chapter 19f).  
FILL SYSTEM WATER PORTION  
The red light in the Hot Water Button (Fig. 4a) illuminates.  
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• Place a cup underneath the frother (Fig. 15) and push the Hot  
7. ADDING COFFEE BEANS  
Water Button. SYSTEM FILLING The machine will pump some • Open the bean container lid (Fig. 1.9), fill with beans (Fig. 6).  
water through the frother and stop automatically.  
YOUR MACHINE IS HEATING PRESS MAINT.  
• Move the cup underneath the coffee spout (Fig. 14) and press  
the Rinse Button (Fig. 3b). MACHINE RINSING. The machine  
will pump hot water through the coffee spout and stop auto-  
matically: SELECT PRODUCT. The display will illuminate the  
cup and strength selection as shown below:  
The container holds approx. 220 grams (8 oz.). Close the lid.  
Frozen Beans: Let them thaw for 3 to 4 hours before adding  
into the bean container. This will prevent moisture from seeping  
into the grinder.  
Sugar Coated Beans: DO NOT fill sugar coated beans into the  
grinding chamber. The sugars will stick to the burrs and clog the  
flow of ground coffee. Have your local coffee emporium grind  
the sugar coated beans for you and use as described in chapter 11.  
Using Oily Beans:  
Beans with an oily surface tend to stick together. This may  
prevent a continuous flow of beans from the bean container into  
the burrs. As a result the grinder does not grind enough coffee  
and you might get weak or no coffee at all. Stir the beans in the  
bean container just before grinding. Alternatively, you can also  
pour the beans in an open bowl and let them sit for about 5  
hours. The oils will evaporate (this will not change the taste of  
your coffee). Then fill the beans into the bean grinder. Now  
beans will feed into the burrs more easily.  
SELECT PRODUCT  
In this setting the machine is ready to brew coffee.  
• Open the bean container lid and fill with some beans (Fig. 6).  
• Place an empty cup (at least 8 oz.) under the coffee spouts.  
Touch and hold your finger on the ST@RT symbol until the  
machine starts grinding. Initially, the grinding chamber may not  
fill properly with ground coffee. The machine will start brewing,  
then interrupt and the display will show FILL BEANS.  
Touch and hold ST@RT again. This time the machine will grind  
and brew and stop by itself. Discard this first cup of coffee.  
Your next cup will be perfect (chapter 10a explains the use of  
the sensor touch symbols).  
8. ADJUSTING THE GRINDER  
You can adjust the grinder to the roast of your coffee.  
We recommend the following:  
Light roast: use a finer adjustment.  
Dark roast: use a coarser adjustment.  
• Open the lid of the bean container (Fig. 1.9).  
To adjust grinding turn the selector switch to the desired  
position (Fig. 7).  
The smaller the dots, the finer the grind. The bigger the dots, the  
coarser the grind.  
Please note: If coffee only comes out of one spout, move the  
spout up and down a few times to clear the internal flow.  
You are now ready to make coffee.  
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Important: The grinding grade can only be adjusted while  
the grinder is actually grinding.  
Attention: Oily beans tend to stick together. Stir beans just  
before grinding to ensure a proper flow of beans into the burrs.  
Option One: Touch Screen Controls (Fig. 5)  
On the touch screen display you can choose from three cup  
sizes and three strength settings, for total of 9 settings:  
BIG CUP, COFFEE, ESPRESSO each in MILD, NORMAL or  
STRONG.  
Touch the symbols and watch how the display changes.  
• Once you have selected your preferred combination, just  
touch and hold ST@RT until grinding begins.  
Please see chapter 5 for the amount of coffee brewed for each  
of the symbols. To change these cup sizes see chapter 18c.  
Please note: You need to touch ST@RT for one second to  
activate the grinding/brewing process. This delayed action  
prevents the machine from making coffee if somebody  
accidentally touches the ST@RT symbol.  
9. DAILY PREPARATION  
We recommend filling the water container every morning with  
fresh, cold water. This will enhance the taste of your coffee.  
• Push and hold the On/Off button until the display turns on.  
After WWW.IMPRESSA-F-LINE.COM the display shows  
HELLO YOUR MACHINE IS HEATING. After approx. two  
minutes the display shows PRESS MAINT. and the red light in  
the Rinse Button (Fig. 3b) will illuminate.  
• Press the Rinse Button. Hot water will warm up all internal  
parts and pump through the coffee spouts. The water will be  
caught in the drawer underneath. The rinse cycle stops by  
itself and the display reads: SELECT PRODUCT. The cup and  
bean symbols illuminate. You are now ready to make coffee.  
Option Two: 1-Cup and 2-Cup Buttons  
In addition to the nine selections on the touch screen you can  
also use the 1-Cup and 2-Cup button (Fig. 3c, 3d) to grind and  
brew coffee.  
Please see chapter 5 for the amount of coffee brewed for these  
buttons. To change these cup sizes see chapter 18d.  
Please note: The 2-Cup button will automatically brew twice as  
much coffee (max. 16oz.) as the 1-Cup button.  
10. GRINDING AND BREWING  
The F9 uses a 2-step brewing process (Pre-Brew Aroma System).  
This process first moistens the ground coffee (pre-brew phase),  
stops for a few seconds and then starts the brewing process.  
Please note: After the pre-brew phase you can stop the brewing  
process at any time by simply pushing the 1-Cup button. This  
will not affect your cup settings.  
11. USING PRE-GROUND COFFEE  
You can also use pre-ground coffee, bypassing the grinder. This  
comes in handy if someone requests decaf, sugar coated or  
flavored coffee.  
• Push the Pre-Ground Coffee Button (Fig. 3f). The display shows:  
FILL POWDER SELECT PRODUCT.  
10a. SELECTING CUP SIZE AND STRENGTH  
With the machine in the SELECT PRODUCT mode, you can  
choose five cup settings and three different strength settings.  
• Adjust the height of the coffee spout to your cup size (Fig. 14)  
and place one or two cups underneath the coffee spouts.  
• Open the lid for the ground coffee funnel (Fig. 1.8) and fill the  
funnel with one or two scoops of ground coffee.  
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Important: Do NOT fill this funnel with instant coffee and do not  
use more than two level scoops of coffee.  
Touch one of the three cup symbols to select cup size and  
then touch ST@RT. While brewing, the display shows  
(for example) BIG CUP POWDER.  
Steaming Position:  
The metal cylinder is in the UP position (Fig. 18). In the steaming  
position hot steam is injected into the milk (or any other liquid)  
without creating a frothy layer on top.  
Frothing Position:  
Please note: When using pre-ground coffee, you cannot use the The metal cylinder is in the DOWN position (Fig. 18). In the froth-  
1-Cup or 2-Cup button.  
ing position hot steam and air is injected into the milk creating  
Please note: If you push the scoop button accidentally, touch  
ST@RT to clear. The F9 starts the brewing process, and stops  
after a few seconds. The display will return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
Please note: After use of sugar coated or flavored coffee  
through the pre-ground coffee funnel you may experience some  
flavor transfer when going back to your regular coffee. Push the  
Rinse Button (Fig. 3b) once or twice to process some water  
through the coffee spouts.  
warm milk and a firm layer of tiny froth bubbles.  
14. HEATING AND FROTHING MILK  
• Fill a pitcher (10 to 12 oz. capacity) or a large cup with at  
least 4 to 5 oz. of cold milk.  
• Push the Steam Button (Fig. 4b). The Steam Button's red light  
will start blinking and the display reads YOUR MACHINE IS  
HEATING. After a few seconds the red light stays illuminated  
and the display reads SELECT PRODUCT.  
• Immerse the tip of the frother into the milk and push the  
Steam Button again (Fig. 4b). Hot steam will be injected into  
the milk. During this time the display shows STEAM PORTION.  
To stop the steam function, push the Steam Button again.  
Please note: Steam output will automatically stop after 60 sec-  
onds. If you need more steam just push the Steam Button again  
and you will have another 60 seconds of steam. You can also  
change the steam output to a shorter interval (chapter 18e).  
12. USING HOT WATER  
With the Hot Water Button (Fig. 4a) you can make a cup of tea, a  
quick soup or add hot water to your coffee, making it less strong.  
Caution: Always make sure that you have a container under-  
neath the frother (Fig. 15) when using the hot water function,  
otherwise hot water might splatter, causing severe injuries.  
• Push the Hot Water Button WATER PORTION. Hot water will  
flow immediately out of the frother.  
To stop the water flow, push the Hot Water Button again.  
Please note: The hot water portion is set to approx. 5 oz.  
It can be programmed from 1 to 16 oz. (chapter 18f).  
Tips for frothing (Cappuccino):  
Start in the steaming position (cylinder "up") for 10 to 20 sec-  
onds. This way your milk will be warmed up first. Then push the  
cylinder "down". Milk froth will build up. This way the froth on  
top of your milk is also warm. If the frothed milk is not warm  
enough, continue in the steaming position.  
13. FROTHING, STEAMING AND HEATING  
The steam function can be used to heat up any liquid and to  
steam and froth milk.  
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Steaming and frothing directly in your cappuccino cup:  
• Push the Hot Water Button again to stop.  
With practice, you can steam and froth directly in your cappuccino Tip: If the steam nozzle is blocked by hardened milk, use a needle  
cup. First steam and froth the milk, then add your espresso shot. and loosen up the milk deposit. Then let some hot water pass  
through the Steam Nozzle.  
Skim milk will produce the most froth and will let you taste more  
Assembly of Frother Parts  
of the coffee. 1% and 2% milk will give you less froth. Regular  
• Make sure the Steam Nozzle (Fig. 17c) is screwed onto the  
whole milk (3% fat) will produce the least amount of froth.  
Metal Tube (Fig.17a) finger tight.  
• Assemble the Dual Frother and make sure that the tip is  
15. CLEANING THE DUAL FROTHER PLUS  
Always keep the Dual Frother Plus clean and free of milk deposits.  
Hardened milk particles will make it impossible to create milk froth.  
screwed onto the Connector (Fig 16a, c) finger tight.  
• Push the black Clip-on Connector (Fig.16c) firmly into the  
steam nozzle (the connector should sit flush with the chrome  
sleeve so that the steam nozzle is no longer visible)  
Please note: If the parts are not put together tightly it will not be  
possible to create the frothy foam on top of the milk.  
Fast cleaning:  
• Immediately after finishing frothing, place a cup underneath the  
frother (Fig. 15) and push the Hot Water Button (Fig. 4a).  
Let hot water run through the frother for about 3 seconds.  
This will flush out any small milk droplets.  
16. CLARIS WATER CARTRIDGE  
• Push the Hot Water Button again to stop.  
The machine comes with one Claris water cartridge. The Claris  
water cartridge is specially made for use with the Impressa  
machines. The Claris cartridge:  
• Reduces the water hardness up to 75%.  
• Removes (if present) up to 85% chlorine, up to 90% lead, up  
to 95% copper and up to 67% aluminum.  
• Cleans the water through an upward current principle (Fig. 9)  
just before the brewing cycle starts, ensuring freshly filtered  
water every time you make coffee.  
Thorough cleaning of the Dual Frother parts:  
• Remove the Dual Frother (Fig.16) from the Steam Nozzle (Fig. 17c)  
by pulling down the soft collar of the clip-on connector.  
• Unscrew the black tip (Fig.16a) from the Clip-On Connector  
(Fig.16c). You can use a coin to loosen the black tip.  
• Soak all three parts in hot soapy water.  
Make sure that the two side holes and the channel of the black  
tip (Fig.16a) are free of any milk deposits.  
• Eliminates decalcifying. When using the Claris water cartridge,  
you never need to decalcify your machine.  
• Is available through your retailer, the enclosed mail order form,  
Cleaning the steam nozzle (Fig.17)  
• Place a cup underneath the Steam Nozzle (the Dual Frother is off)  
and press the Hot Water Button. Let hot water run for a few  
seconds through the Steam Nozzle.  
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16a. INSTALLING & ACTIVATING  
Please note: As long as the filter is activated, the water hardness  
THE CLARIS WATER CARTRIDGE  
setting is automatically turned off.  
Important: Never install the cartridge before or during the first  
time preparation of the machine.  
16b. REPLACING THE CLARIS CARTRIDGE  
• Make sure the water tank is empty.  
• Remove cartridge from its bag.  
The filter is monitored automatically. After approx. 50 liters of  
water (55 quarts), the filter loses its effect. The display will show:  
REPLACE FILTER SELECT PRODUCT. You can still make  
coffee, but we recommend replacing the filter within one week!  
Attention: The filter should be changed every 2 months if you  
use less than 50 liters of water. In this case, no message will  
appear in the display.  
• Open water container lid and pull up the holder for the Claris  
cartridge (Fig.10).  
• Insert the cartridge with its tapered end down. Make sure it  
fits snugly over the white mesh piece inside the water  
container. Push down gently (Fig.11).  
• Close the holder for the cartridge so that it engages in the  
water tank (Fig.12).  
• Fill the water tank with fresh cold water and replace.  
Important: Once the filter has lost its calcium suppressing abili-  
ties, calcium will build-up inside the machine. Since the Water  
Hardness Selector is off, the machine will not remind you when  
to decalcify. This could clog and ruin your machine.  
• Remove the old filter. The cartridge is environmentally friendly.  
Dispose it with your regular household trash.  
• Make sure the water tank is empty.  
• Remove cartridge from its bag.  
• Open water container lid and pull up the holder for the  
Claris cartridge (Fig.10).  
• Insert the cartridge with its tapered end down. Make sure it  
fits snugly over the white mesh piece inside the water  
container. Push down gently (Fig.11).  
• Close the holder for the cartridge so that it engages in the  
water tank (Fig.12).  
• Fill the water tank with fresh cold water and replace.  
Turn the machine off.  
• Push and hold the Rinse Button.  
You must activate the cartridge as follows:  
• Push and hold the P button. The display shows <FILTER NO>  
Touch the ST@RT; the word NO starts blinking.  
Touch either arrow, display shows: FILTER YES.  
Touch the ST@RT to confirm. The display shows:  
INSERT FILTER WATER PORTION  
• Place a large container underneath the frother (at least 30 oz.  
capacity).  
• Push the Hot Water Button. The machine pumps water through  
the frother, activating the filter. This will take about 90  
seconds. During this time the display reads FILTER RINSING.  
When the water flow stops the displays reads  
YOUR MACHINE IS HEATING  
The machine automatically returns to its coffee brewing setting:  
SELECT PRODUCT  
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The machine beeps and the display shows:  
WATER PORTION INSERT FILTER  
• Insert the stick for one second into the water you want to  
use. Shake off any access water and wait for one minute.  
• If all five fields of the test stick turn reddish, set the hardness  
level to 4. If four fields turn reddish, set the hardness level to  
3. If three or less fields turn reddish, leave the level in  
position 2.  
• Place a large container underneath the frother (at least 30 oz.)  
• Push the Hot Water Button. The machine pumps water  
through the frother, activating the new filter. This will take  
about 90 seconds. During this time the display shows:  
FILTER RINSING.  
When the water flow stops the displays shows:  
YOUR MACHINE IS HEATING  
The machine automatically returns to the coffee brewing mode:  
You can change the hardness settings as follows:  
SELECT PRODUCT  
• Push and hold the P button (Fig. 3e) until you hear a beep.  
The display will show two red arrows and FILTER NO.  
Touch the right hand arrow once and the display shows:  
HARDNESS LEVEL 2.  
Touch ST@RT until you hear a beep. The 2 starts blinking.  
Touch the left or right arrow until the desired number  
appears: 1, 2, 3, 4 or .  
SELECT PRODUCT  
17. ADJUSTING THE WATER HARDNESS  
Important: If the Claris Cartridge is activated (see chapter 16a)  
this chapter does not apply.  
The water is heated inside the machine. With use, this leads to  
calcium deposits forming inside the machine. The display will  
remind you when it is time to perform a decalcifying cycle. The  
machine is set to level 2 (medium hard water). If you have hard-  
er water you need to set it to a higher level. If you have softer  
water you can set it to level 1. If you are not sure about the  
hardness of your water, ask your local water company for the  
"Water Hardness in Grains."  
HARDNESS LEVEL 1: grains 2-9  
HARDNESS LEVEL 2: grains 10-19  
HARDNESS LEVEL 3: grains 20-29  
HARDNESS LEVEL 4: grains 30+  
Touch ST@RT to confirm. The number stops blinking.  
• Push the P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT  
Important: If you choose the selection "" the water hardness  
monitor is turned off. In this case the machine will NOT remind  
you when it is time to decalcify. Turning off the monitor requires  
you to use distilled water only or the Claris Filter (chapter 16a).  
If you use regular or bottled water the machine will build up cal-  
cium. If calcium build-up inside the machine is not removed, it  
can lead to a complete machine break down.  
18. PROGRAMMING  
Please note: As long as you are in programming mode, you  
cannot brew coffee.  
You can change a variety of functions. To get into programming  
mode press and hold the P button (Fig. 3e). You will hear a beep  
You can also use the enclosed water hardness indicator strip to  
determine the water hardness:  
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and two red arrows will appear in the touch screen display  
panel, indicating that you are in programming mode.  
The first screen will show:  
PROGRAMMING WATER HARDNESS  
Changing the water hardness level is explained in chapter 17.  
< FILTER NO >  
18a. PROGRAMMING AROMA  
By repeatedly pushing the right arrow > the display shows all the The factory setting is STRONG. You can change to NORMAL.  
functions you can change or check:  
WATER HARDNESS LEVEL 2  
AROMA STRONG  
In NORMAL the Impressa F9 will grind a little less coffee in each  
of the three strength selections (coffee bean symbols).  
• Press the P-Button.  
TEMP. HIGH  
Touch the right arrow symbol repeatedly until the display.  
WATER QUANTITY  
shows AROMA STRONG.  
1 CUP 150 ML  
Touch ST@RT.  
STEAM 60 SEC  
WATER PORTION  
Touch the right arrow once: AROMA NORMAL.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm.  
TIME --:--  
• Press P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
UNIT ON --:--  
OFF AFT. 2 HRS  
SUPPLIED ...  
LANGUAGE ENGLISH  
18b. PROGRAMMING TEMPERATURE  
The factory setting is HIGH. You can change to NORMAL. In  
NORMAL the temperature is approx. 7º F lower than in high.  
• Press the P-Button.  
Touch the right arrow until the display shows TEMP. HIGH.  
Touch ST@RT.  
Touch the right arrow once: TEMP. NORMAL.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm.  
• Press P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
Changing the different functions works in the following pattern:  
• Push and hold the P button, until the two red arrows show in  
the display.  
• Go to the function you want to program by repeatedly  
pushing the left of right arrows.  
Touch ST@RT  
• Change the function to the desired setting using either arrow.  
• Confirm the new setting by touching ST@RT.  
• Push the P button, to leave programming mode.  
18c. PROGRAMMING WATER QUANTITY (cup sizes)  
Each of the three cup symbols (Fig. 5) in the touch screen dis-  
play can be set to any size from 30 and 240 ML (milliliters),  
respectively 1 to 8 oz. (30 ML = 1 oz.). The factory settings for  
PROGRAMMING / ACTIVATING CLARIS FILTER  
Activating the Claris Cartridge is explained in chapter 16a.  
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the three cup symbols are:  
• Press the P-Button.  
BIG CUP: ............... 240 ML (8 oz.)  
COFFEE (cup): ....... 150 ML (5 oz.)  
ESPRESSO (cup): .. 60 ML (2 oz.)  
Touch the arrow until the display shows 1 CUP 120 ML.  
Touch ST@RT. The number 120 starts blinking.  
Touch the right or left arrow repeatedly until the desired  
size is displayed.  
• Press the P-Button.  
Touch the right arrow until the display shows WATER  
QUANTITY.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm. The display lets you now select  
the strength for the 1-CUP button.  
Touch ST@RT. The display shows SELECT PRODUCT  
and illuminates the three cup symbols.  
Please note: touch all three cup symbols and the display will  
Touch the bean symbols to choose MILD, NORMAL or  
STRONG.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm.  
show you the actual cup size. e.g. BIG CUP 240 ML or ESPRES- • Press the P Button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
SO 60 ML.  
18e. PROGRAMMING STEAM PORTION  
The steam portion can be programmed between 3 and 60 sec-  
a. Touch the cup symbol for which you want to change the  
size. e.g. ESPRESSO 60 ML.  
onds. The factory setting is STEAM 60 SEC.  
b. Touch ST@RT. The number 60 starts blinking.  
• Press the P-Button.  
Touch the arrow until the display shows STEAM 60 SEC.  
Touch ST@RT. The number 60 starts blinking.  
Touch either arrow repeatedly until the desired duration is  
shown.  
c. Use the right arrow to increase, the left arrow to decrease  
the size. Push the arrow repeatedly, until the desired cup  
size is displayed: e.g. ESPRESSO 45 ML (= 112 oz.).  
d. Touch ST@RT to confirm. The display shows WATER  
QUANTITY. You can touch another cup symbol to change  
that size (repeat steps a through d) or press the P Button to  
return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm.  
• Press P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
Please note: During steaming you can always stop the flow of  
steam by simply pushing the Steam Button. This will not change  
the setting. When the steam output stops you can immediately  
resume steaming by pressing the steam button again.  
18d. PROGRAMMING THE 1-CUP BUTTON  
You can change the cup size for the 1-Cup Button (Fig. 3c).  
Choose from 30 to 240 ML (= 1 to 8 oz.).  
Please note: The 2-Cup Button automatically delivers twice as  
much coffee.  
18f. PROGRAMMING WATER PORTION  
The Hot Water Button can be programmed to dispense any  
amount up to approx. 16 oz. (480 ML). The factory setting is  
5 oz. (150 ML).  
The factory setting for the 1-Cup Button is 120 ML (4 oz.), for  
the 2-Cup Button 240 ML (8 oz.).  
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• Press the P-Button.  
Touch either arrow repeatedly to set the minutes.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm. Now the actual time is set.  
• Press the P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
Touch the right arrow until the display shows WATER PORTION.  
• Place a cup or container underneath the frother (Fig. 15 ).  
Touch ST@RT. The display shows PRESS KEY and the red  
light in the Hot Water Button illuminates.  
Please note: The Impressa F9 will keep the time as long as the  
• Push the Hot Water Button. Hot water will be pumped through machine is plugged in. If you unplug the machine or if you have  
the frother into the cup. The display reads ENOUGH WATER?  
PRESS KEY.  
power interruption, the time will be lost.  
• When the desired amount of hot water is dispensed, push the  
Hot Water Button to stop the flow. The amount of hot water in  
your cup is now programmed. The display shows WATER  
PORTION.  
• Press the P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
Please note: When pumping hot water through the steam noz-  
zle you can always stop the flow of hot water by simply pushing  
the Hot Water Button. This will not change the programmed set-  
ting. When the hot water output stops, you can dispense more  
by pressing the Hot Water button again.  
18h. SETTING THE AUTO-ON TIME  
You must first set the time (chapter above).  
You can set the machine to turn on at a specific time. It will turn  
on at that time, warm up and the display shows PRESS MAINT.  
Press the Rinse Button and you are ready to brew coffee.  
• Press the P-Button.  
Touch the right arrow until the display shows UNIT ON --:--.  
Touch ST@RT. The hour segment starts blinking.  
Touch either arrow repeatedly to set the hours.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm. The minute segment starts blinking.  
Touch either arrow repeatedly to set the minutes.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm. Now the Auto Turn On time is set.  
• Press the P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
18g. SETTING THE TIME  
You can enter the actual time into the machine. Once the time is  
set you can then program the machine to turn on at a specific  
time (next chapter).  
Please note: The time is displayed in the 24 hr mode (not AM/PM).  
If the actual time is 3:45 pm you must set the time to 15:45.  
• Press the P-Button.  
Touch the right arrow until the display shows TIME --:-- .  
Touch ST@RT. The hour segment starts blinking.  
Touch either arrow repeatedly to set the hours.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm. The minute segment starts blinking.  
18i. SETTING THE AUTO SHUT-OFF  
Your F9 is programmed to turn off 2 hours after last use. Select  
from 12 hour to 9 hour shut-off or no automatic shut-off.  
• Press the P-Button.  
Touch the right arrow, the display shows OFF AFT. 2.0 HRS.  
Touch ST@RT.  
Touch either arrow repeatedly until desired setting is displayed.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm.  
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• Press the P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
Please note: In order for the machine to turn off automatically it  
must be in the SELECT PRODUCT mode. If you leave the  
machine in programming mode (red arrows showing), or in any  
other mode, the machine will not turn off automatically.  
(Fig. 8.4) activates the FILL WATER indicator when there are  
about 10 oz. of water left.  
• Remove water tank, rinse and fill with fresh water and replace.  
19b. EMPTY TRAY / EMPTY GROUNDS  
Used coffee grounds are collected in the used coffee container  
(Fig. 2.19). If the display shows EMPTY GROUNDS or EMPTY  
TRAY, no more coffee can be made until you empty the used  
coffee container.  
• Carefully lift and remove drawer since there is water in it (Fig. 21).  
The display shows TRAY MISSING.  
18j. SETTING LANGUAGE  
The F9 is set to ENGLISH. You can change the display to  
German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese or Dutch.  
• Press the P-Button.  
Touch the right arrow until the display shows LANGUAGE  
ENGLISH.  
Important: Do NOT unplug the machine while you are emptying  
the coffee grounds.  
Touch ST@RT.  
• Empty the used coffee container and the drawer.  
• Push the drawer back into the machine (Fig. 22). The display  
still shows TRAY MISSING.  
• Place the used coffee container on the tray and insert back  
into the machine (Fig. 23). The display shows SELECT  
PRODUCT and you may now continue brewing coffee.  
Touch either arrow repeatedly to select the desired language.  
Touch ST@RT to confirm.  
• Press the P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
18k. CUP COUNTER  
The cup counter shows the total number of coffees made.  
• Press the P-Button.  
Touch the right arrow until the display shows SUPPLIED....  
It will show the total number of coffees brewed.  
Touch any of the cup symbols or coffee buttons and the  
display shows how often this selection has been used.  
• Press the P button to return to SELECT PRODUCT.  
19c. FILL BEANS  
When the display shows FILL BEANS, open the bean container  
lid and add beans (Fig. 6).  
Please note: The message FILL BEANS will disappear after  
making the next cup of coffee.  
Attention: If the display shows FILL BEANS and there are  
ample beans in the bean container, stir the beans so they flow  
into the grinder (chapter 8).  
19. CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
19a. FILL WATER  
When the display shows FILL WATER, no more coffee can be  
made until you fill the water container. The water container will  
never be completely empty. The low water floatation device  
We recommend cleaning the bean container from time to time  
with a dry cloth before you refill beans (please make sure the  
machine is turned off when cleaning.)  
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19d. STONES AND BEANS  
and used coffee container are empty and clean.  
Secure the lids of the water tank and the bean container with  
scotch tape. Pack entire machine with thick cushioning material  
on all sides to prevent damage.  
Every coffee specialty store will tell you that occasionally stones  
can be found in with coffee beans. Small stones will be  
processed through the burr grinder without any harm (the stone  
will end up in the used coffee container).  
However larger stones can block the burr grinder. The noise of  
the grinder will become very loud and the grinder will block.  
Before Filling Beans into the Bean Container:  
• Shake your bean bag thoroughly so that a stone will fall to  
the bottom of the bag.  
20. AUTOMATIC CLEANING CYCLES  
20a. CLEANING WITH SPECIAL TABLET  
The machine monitors how many coffees are brewed and how  
often the rinsing program is activated. After approx. 200 coffees  
the display will show CLEAN MACHINE SELECT PRODUCT.  
Please note: You can continue to make coffee, however we  
highly recommend that you clean the machine as described  
below within the next few days. This cleaning program will  
remove oil build-ups in the brewing chamber.  
• Before emptying the bean bag completely, check if there  
are any particles that look like stones and remove them.  
19e. GENERAL CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS  
Never use abrasive materials or chemicals to clean the machine.  
• Clean the housing with a soft, damp cloth.  
This cleaning program takes about 15 minutes. Please use one  
white cleaning tablet (enclosed). The machine comes with a  
pack of 2 tablets. To re-order cleaning tablets see chapter 22.  
Important: Once the cleaning program has started do not inter-  
rupt the procedure.  
• Make sure the machine is on and the water tank is full.  
• Push and hold the Rinse button until the display shows  
EMPTY TRAY.  
• Rinse water tank daily and fill with fresh, cold water.  
19f. EMPTYING SYSTEM BEFORE TRANSPORT  
This procedure is necessary to prevent water and frost damage  
in case you intend to transport your Impressa F9.  
Turn machine off.  
• Place a cup underneath the frother.  
• Push and hold the Steam Button until the display shows:  
SYSTEM EMPTYING. The machine will push a bit of water  
and steam into the cup underneath the frother. After about 30  
seconds it will turn off automatically.  
Important: The next time you turn the machine on you must fol-  
low the instructions in chapter 6.  
Please note: Before transporting the machine, make sure that  
the water tank is empty, the filter cartridge is removed (discard  
and use a new cartridge), the bean container is empty, the drawer  
• Remove and empty the drawer and replace complete  
assembly (Fig. 23).  
Important: Even if the drawer is empty, you still need to remove  
it for approx. 20 seconds and then replace it.  
The display shows PRESS MAINT.  
• Push the Rinse Button (Fig. 3b). The display shows MACHINE  
CLEANING. After a moment the machine beeps and the  
display shows TABLET PRESS MAINT..  
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• Open the ground coffee lid and drop in one white cleaning  
tablet (Fig. 24).  
2. With the machine off, push and hold the Rinse Button (Fig. 3b)  
until the display shows EMPTY TRAY.  
• Push the Rinse button. The display shows MACHINE  
CLEANING. The cleaning program will dispense hot water in  
intervals through the coffee spout into the drawer.  
• When finished, the display shows EMPTY TRAY and the  
machine "beeps".  
3. Remove and empty the drawer and replace complete  
assembly (Fig. 23).  
Important: Even if the drawer is empty, you still need to remove  
it for approx. 20 seconds and then replace it. The display shows  
AGENT IN TANK PRESS MAINT..  
• Lift and remove the drawer. Empty the used coffee container  
and drawer and replace. The display shows SELECT  
PRODUCT indicating the machine is now ready to brew  
coffee again.  
4. Dissolve three of the large, square tablets in 16 oz. of water  
and pour this mixture into the water tank.  
Please note: Do not use more than 16 oz. of water.  
5. Replace water tank.  
6. Place a container (at least 16 oz.) underneath the frother.  
The displays still shows AGENT IN TANK PRESS MAINT.  
7. Push the Rinse Button. The machine will pump the mixture  
through the frother in intervals. Then it pumps the mixture  
(internally) into the drawer. During this procedure the display  
shows MACHINE DESCALED. When this cycle is finished  
the machine beeps and the display shows EMPTY TRAY.  
8. Remove the container from underneath the frother. Carefully  
lift and remove the drawer, empty and thoroughly rinse all  
parts and replace. The display shows FILL WATER.  
9. Remove the water tank, rinse thoroughly, fill with cold fresh  
water (approx. 16 oz.) and replace.  
10. Place a container (at least 16 oz.) underneath the frother.  
The display shows PRESS MAINT. FILL WATER.  
11. Push the Rinse Button. First the machine will pump hot  
water in intervals through the frother to remove any  
decalcifying mixture. During this procedure the display  
shows MACHINE DESCALED. When the cleaning cycle is  
finished the machine beeps and the display shows  
20b. DECALCIFYING PROCEDURE  
The machine has an integrated decalcifying program. When the  
display shows MACHINE SCALED SELECT PRODUCT it is  
time to decalcify the machine. You can still make coffee howev-  
er, it is highly recommended that you decalcify the machine  
within the next 3 to 4 days.  
Please note: If you use the Claris water cartridge and the dis-  
play shows MACHINE SCALED SELECT PRODUCT, then your  
cartridge function is not activated. Follow the instructions in  
chapter 16a to program the Claris Cartridge function.  
Important: The decalcifying program must not be interrupted.  
DECALCIFYING AGENT: Only use our special decalcifying  
tablets. For supplies see chapter 22.  
CAUTION: Never use vinegar or any other decalcifying agent.  
This might damage internal parts of the machine.  
1. Turn off machine and let cool down for at least one hour.  
Empty Water tank.  
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EMPTY TRAY.  
Please note: Some of the aroma of the coffee will be lost in this  
12. Remove the container from underneath the frother. Remove  
the drawer, empty, rinse thoroughly and replace.  
The display shows PRESS MAINT.  
13. Push the Rinse Button. The machine will run a regular rinse  
cycle, MACHINE RINSING and then the display will return to  
its normal position SELECT PRODUCT.  
process.  
22. SUPPLIES  
The following supplies are necessary to keep your machine in  
good working order:  
• Claris Water Filter Cartridge (eliminates the need for  
decalcifying tablets).  
• Special Cleaning Tablets (white tablets).  
• Decalcifying tablets (large, white square tablets).  
Please note: You must use decalcifying tablets if you do not use  
the Claris cartridge.  
14. Clean the chrome front and the grid with a moist, soft cloth.  
21. TIPS FOR BETTER COFFEE  
Pre-warm your cups  
A warm cup will keep the coffee hot longer. Hold your cup  
underneath the frother and push the Hot Water Button (Fig. 4a)  
for a few seconds. Discard the water into the drawer.  
Move the coffee spout close to the cup  
This way the coffee will loose less aroma.  
All supplies are available through:  
- the enclosed mail order form that came with your machine  
- our toll free line at 1-800-220-5701 or  
Sugar and cream  
Cold milk reduces the temperature of your coffee. If you like your  
coffee "with cream" or with "cream and sugar", add it to the cup  
first and steam it for a few seconds. Then add the coffee.  
23. LIMITED WARRANTY  
Please note: This warranty will be void if the Warranty / Product  
Registration has not been received two weeks after the purchase  
date (you can fax or mail the registration or you can register  
through our website www.capresso.com)  
Extremely hot coffee  
If you like your coffee extremely hot, the Impressa F9 can  
accommodate you. Brew your coffee, but reduce the cup size by  
approx. 12 oz., e.g. if you plan to brew a 6 oz. cup, change the  
cup size in programming to 5 12 oz. (165 ML). After brewing your  
coffee, push the Steam Button (Fig. 4b) and wait until the light  
stops blinking. Move the cylinder of the frother up for steaming  
(Fig. 18). Now immerse the tip of the frother into your cup. Push  
the Steam Button again and inject steam for about 10 to 20 sec-  
onds. Your coffee will be extremely hot.  
This limited warranty covers your new IMPRESSA F9 for house-  
hold use only (commercial use voids warranty): One Year or 4,000  
coffee brewings, whichever comes first.  
This warranty is in effect for the period and usage described  
above from the date of the first purchase and is limited to the  
United States of America. This warranty covers all defects in  
materials or workmanship (parts and labor) including free UPS  
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ground transportation for both ways within the continental  
United States. For Hawaii and Alaska freight is not covered by  
this warranty.  
"consequential damages" refer to the cost of repairing or replacing  
other property which is damaged when this machine does not  
work properly. Any loss of income is excluded. The remedies  
TRANSPORT: When sending the machine, use the original pack- provided under this warranty are exclusive and in lieu of all others.  
ing materials, the inner and outer cartons or use approximately 2”  
of bubblewrap and insert machine in a carton which will hold 40lbs.  
Any damage in transit is NOT covered by this warranty.  
This warranty does not cover:  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also  
have other rights which vary from state to state.  
24. TROUBLESHOOTING  
• Any machine NOT distributed by JURA-CAPRESSO within the  
United States.  
• Any machine not purchased from an Authorized Dealer.  
• Damage caused by accident, abuse, negligence, misuse,  
A. NO COFFEE COMES OUT OF THE COFFEE SPOUT  
Reason: Beans in bean container are not feeding properly into  
the grinder because they are stuck together.  
Solution: Stir beans before grinding and while grinding turn the  
improper operation or failure to follow instructions contained in grinding selector to the coarsest setting.  
this manual.  
When using very oily beans pour the beans onto a plate and let  
• Any service or alteration performed by an unauthorized person,  
company or association.  
some of the sticky oils evaporate (this will not harm the aroma of  
the coffee).  
• Damage caused by neglecting and omitting maintenance,  
cleaning and decalcifying cycles.  
Reason: You used ground coffee in the ground coffee funnel.  
The ground coffee was too fine.  
• Damage caused by use of instant coffee or any other ingredients  
not allowed in this product.  
Solution: Use ground coffee which is ground somewhat coarser.  
Reason: No water is transported through the system.  
Solution: Remove water container and make sure that the con-  
necting valve is free of any particles (like a coffee bean etc).  
Reason: The ground coffee funnel is clogged; the internal brew-  
ing chamber is clogged.  
Solution: Place a large cup underneath the coffee spout. Push  
the rinse button (Fig. 3b) a few times until the blocked coffee is  
removed. (Never fill more than 2 scoops of coffee in the ground  
coffee funnel; the funnel is not a storage area for ground coffee).  
Also, use a ground coffee which is ground somewhat coarser.  
Other limitations and exclusions:  
Any implied warranties including fitness for use and mechantability  
are limited in duration to the period of the express warranty set  
forth above and no person is authorized to assume for JURA-  
CAPRESSO any other liability in connection with the sale of the  
machine. JURA-CAPRESSO expressly disclaims liability for  
incidental and consequential damages caused by the machine.  
The terms "incidental damages" refer to the loss of the original  
purchasers time, loss of the use of the machine or other costs  
relating to the care and custody of the machine. The terms  
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B. THE DISPLAY READS "FILL WATER" BUT THERE IS  
ENOUGH WATER IN THE WATER TANK.  
D. GRINDER MAKES AN EXTREMELY LOUD NOISE;  
NO BEANS ARE GROUND  
Reason: The low water floatation device (Fig.8.4) is missing.  
Solution: Within the water tank is a small compartment (like a  
mouse trap). Inside is a small black floatation device. On top is a  
small clear see-through plastic cover. This small plastic cover is  
missing and the floatation device is outside of the small com-  
partment. Check if you can locate both pieces and put it back  
together. If you cannot find them, call 1-800-220-5701. We will  
send the pieces to you FREE OF CHARGE.  
Reason: A stone is blocking the burr grinder.  
Solution: Call customer service: 1-800-220-5701.  
E. THE DRAWER (Fig. 21) DOESN’T PULL OUT  
Solution: Turn off the machine. Wait a minute. Turn machine on  
and wait until it stops making any noise. Now try to pull out the  
drawer. If this does not work, try the above procedure again. If  
you are still unable to remove the drawer call customer service:  
1-800-220-5701.  
C. INSUFFICIENT FROTHED MILK PRODUCTION  
Reason: Milk is initially not cold enough or your milk is not  
suited for thick frothing.  
Solution: Make sure milk is cold. Use a different type of milk.  
Skim milk will produce the thickest and longest lasting froth. Full  
fat milk will produce less thick froth.  
Reason: The components of the frother are not assembled  
properly, or the components are clogged with hardened milk, or  
one or more of the components is missing, or the steam nozzle  
is clogged.  
Solution:  
a. Remove frother. Check that steam comes out of the steam  
nozzle. If not, use a needle and clear blockage from inside  
steam nozzle.  
b. Clean all other frother parts and assemble properly. See  
chapter 15.  
c. If any parts are missing call Customer Service:  
1-800-220-5701 or use the enclosed mail order form to order  
the missing part.  
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81 Ruckman Road  
Closter, NJ 07624  
1-800-220-5701 • 201-767-3999  
Fax: 201-767-9684  
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