Capresso Coffeemaker 156 User Manual

C1300 Model #156  
Fully Automatic Coffee  
and Espresso Center  
Operating Instructions  
and Warranty  
Customer Service 1-800-220-5701  
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1. Height-Adjustable Coffee Spout  
1a. Sticker with Serial Number  
1b. Door  
1c. Program Dial with "P BUTTON"  
2. Two Line Display (see fig. 3)  
3. Removable Water Tank  
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4. Low Water Flotation Device (see fig. 4, call-out #4)  
5. CLARIS Water Care Cartridge (installed)  
6. Hinged Water Tank Lid  
7. Ground Coffee Funnel  
8. Lid for Ground Coffee Funnel  
9. Lid for Bean Container  
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10. On/Off Button  
10a. Coffee Dial with Coffee Button "BUTTON"  
10b. Cup Size Dial  
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11. Steam/Water Dial  
12. Dual Frother (detachable)  
13. Removable Grid (see fig. 1a)  
14. Removable Tray (see fig. 1a)  
15. Water Hardness Indicator Strip  
16. CLARIS Water Care Cartridge  
17. Two Cleaning Tablets  
Fig. 1a  
Traces of Coffee Grounds  
in New Machine?  
This is normal!  
18. Measuring Scoop  
Grinder was tested during  
assembly. Despite cleaning,  
traces of ground coffee  
may be found.  
19. Supporting Tray for Used Coffee Container  
(see fig. 1a)  
20. Used Coffee Container (see fig. 1a)  
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Steam/Water Dial (SW Dial)  
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Coffee Position (fig. 2a)  
Steam Position (fig. 2b)  
Hot Water Position (fig. 2c)  
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Steam  
Froth  
Tip  
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Fig. 3b  
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coarse  
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"P BUTTON"  
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Ground coffee only  
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PRESS BUTTON 5.0  
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Cup Size  
Dial  
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Lift & Pull  
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CONTENTS  
Important Safeguards  
Illustrations  
Page  
1.  
2.  
Product Registration .......................................................... 7  
Operating Instructions / Customer Service........................ 7  
3.  
Welcome to the Capresso C1300...................................... 7  
Crema Coffee and Pressure Brewing................................. 7  
Different Coffee Drinks....................................................... 7  
Coffee Facts....................................................................... 8  
Please Do Not... ................................................................. 8  
Please Do... ........................................................................ 8  
Factory Settings ................................................................. 8  
3.1  
3.2  
3.3  
4.  
5.  
6.  
PREPARATION  
7.  
Preparing the Machine....................................................... 9  
7.1  
7.2  
First Time Preparation ........................................................9  
Daily Preparation ..............................................................10  
BREWING COFFEE  
8.  
Grinding and Brewing Coffee........................................... 10  
8.1  
8.2  
8.3  
8.4  
8.5  
Using Pre-ground Coffee ................................................. 11  
Using Hot Water............................................................... 11  
Frothing and Steaming..................................................... 11  
Heating and Frothing Milk................................................ 12  
Cleaning the Frother......................................................... 12  
AUTOMATIC MONITORS and PARAMETERS  
9.  
9.1  
10.  
Automatic Monitoring Controls ........................................ 13  
Empty Tray........................................................................ 13  
Changing Parameters....................................................... 14  
10.1 Changing the Grinder Fineness ....................................... 14  
10.2 The Program Dial.............................................................. 14  
10.3 Changing the Coffee Temperature ................................... 14  
10.4 Auto Shut-Off Settings..................................................... 14  
10.5 Changing the Language................................................... 14  
10.6 Changing the Water Hardness......................................... 15  
MAINTENANCE  
11.  
Claris Water Cartridge...................................................... 15  
11.1 Installing and Activating the Claris Cartridge................... 16  
11.2 Replacing the Claris Cartridge......................................... 16  
12.  
General Cleaning Instructions.......................................... 16  
12.1 Extra Rinse Cycle............................................................. 17  
12.2 Cleaning with Special Tablet ............................................ 17  
12.3 Decalcifying (DURGOL required)...................................... 18  
12.4 How to Decalcify.............................................................. 18  
12.5 Clearing for Transport....................................................... 19  
CUSTOMER SERVICE  
12.6 User Statistics .................................................................. 20  
13.  
14.  
15.  
Troubleshooting................................................................ 20  
Supplies............................................................................ 21  
Warranty ........................................................................... 21  
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1. Product Registration  
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 15).  
2. Operating Instructions / Customer Service  
Thank you for choosing the C1300.  
Study the Operating Instructions carefully before using your new machine.  
Also included is a Quick Reference Guide. Keep it next to your machine.  
For further information please call our 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 including your telephone number  
and a time you can be reached. You can send us a FAX at: 201-767-9684  
or EMAIL us at contact@capresso.com.  
3. Welcome To The Capresso C1300  
Thank you for choosing the Capresso C1300. The C1300 can prepare 1 or 2  
cups of excellent, professional-quality espresso or 1 or 2 cups of crema coffee at  
a time. The unique pre-wetting function ensures optimal coffee extraction. The  
C1300 functions fully automatically at the touch of a button. You have the  
choice between regular, strong and extra strong coffee to suit your personal  
taste. The integrated burr grinder grinds beans to the preferred fineness level.  
A separate funnel lets you use ground coffee. The cup size dial lets you choose  
any amount of coffee between 1 oz. and 15 oz. The Dual Frother lets you froth  
and steam milk for delicious cappuccinos and lattes. It delivers unlimited  
amounts of steam. The hot water function lets you prepare tea in seconds.  
The stainless steel lined ThermoBlock prevents water from coming in contact  
with aluminum and allows you to brew coffee immediately after frothing (no  
purging!). The water level and used coffee container are monitored automatically.  
Using the enclosed CLARIS water filter cartridge eliminates decalcifying.  
3.1 "Crema Coffee" and Pressure Brewing  
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 C1300 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 pres-  
sure and the short brewing time prevent the extraction of bitter oils and release  
less caffeine than any other brewing method. You will always make the  
absolute freshest and most aromatic cup of coffee. This is the reason why  
many European restaurants and hotels serve only fresh pressured brewed  
coffee. Experiment with your new machine and prepare yourself the best and  
most enjoyable cup of coffee!  
3.2 Different Coffee Drinks  
Here are some guidelines for the most popular coffee drinks:  
Ristretto: 1/2 to 1 oz. of coffee. Sweeten to taste  
Espresso: 1 to 2 oz. coffee. Sweeten to taste  
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Double Shot: 3 to 4 oz. of coffee. Sweeten to taste  
Crema Coffee: 5 to 8 oz. of coffee  
Cappuccino: Espresso plus 3 to 4 oz. of hot frothed milk.  
Latte: Espresso plus 3-5 oz. 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 add more frothed milk.  
3.3 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.  
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 surface.  
European espresso roasts are medium brown with no or very little oils on the  
surface. Please note: Dark, oily beans: see chapter 7.  
4. Please Don't... (or you void your warranty protection):  
Never pull out the drawer during the brewing process.  
Never fill instant coffee into the bean container or ground coffee funnel; it can  
damage the brewing chamber.  
Never fill sugar coated coffee beans into the bean container.  
Never fill frozen beans into the bean container. If you store  
beans in the freezer, let them thaw 3 to 4 hours before filling them into the  
bean container.  
Never fill anything other than coffee beans into the bean container  
(no chocolate, rice, nuts, spices, etc.)  
Never fill anything but fresh, cold clean water into the water container, except  
when decalcifying (chapter 12.3).  
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.  
5. Please Do...  
Fill water tank with fresh, cold water only.  
Remove any foreign particles (small stones) from coffee beans.  
Let frozen beans thaw 3 to 4 hours before pouring them into bean container.  
6. Factory Settings  
The C1300 leaves the factory with the following settings:  
2-hour Auto Shut-Off  
Water Hardness Setting Level 2  
CLARIS Water Care Cartridge: not installed  
Temperature: High  
Language: English  
Burr Grinder: Medium  
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All Display Messages are shown in BLUE  
7. Preparing the Machine  
Place the machine on a level surface and remove the water tank (fig. 4).  
Remove all accessories from the water tank. Plug in machine.  
Make sure the Steam/Water Dial points to the 0-position (fig. 2a).  
Filling the Water Tank  
Rinse water tank with clean, cold tap water, then fill tank with water.  
Make sure that the low water flotation device is in place (see fig. 4, 4).  
Replace water tank and make sure it clicks correctly into place.  
Important: Do NOT install the Claris Water Filter Cartridge now. It can block  
the machine.  
Filling the Bean Container  
Open the bean container lid (fig. 1, 9) and fill container with beans (fig. 5). The  
container holds approx. 220 grams (8 oz.) of beans. Close the lid.  
Please note: If you use frozen beans, let them thaw for 3 to 4 hours before  
adding to the bean container. This will prevent moisture from seeping into the  
grinder. Never use sugar-coated beans. 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 8.1.  
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.  
7.1 First Time Preparation  
This procedure is only necessary before first time use and after "Clearing for  
Transport" (chapter 12.5). Make sure the water tank and bean container are filled.  
a. Push and hold the On/Off button (fig. 1,10) until the display illuminates. The  
display will show: HOT WATER CYCLE / NECESSARY.  
b. Place a cup underneath the Dual Frother (fig. 3d) and turn the Steam/Water  
Dial (SW Dial) to the water symbol (fig. 2c). The machine will pump a bit of  
water through the frother and stop by itself.  
c. Turn the SW Dial back to the 0-position (fig. 2a). The display will show  
PLEASE WAIT / HEATING UP.  
d. When the display shows RINSE MACHINE / PRESS BUTTON move the cup  
underneath the coffee spouts and press the BUTTON inside the Coffee Dial.  
(fig. 1, 10a) Hot water will warm up all internal parts and will be pumped into  
the cup. The C1300 will stop and the display will indicate one of the six pos-  
sible coffee options, e.g. 1 CUP REGULAR / PRESS BUTTON 3.0. (this  
means the machine is ready to brew a 3 oz. cup of coffee, regular strength).  
e. Empty the cup, place it back underneath the coffee spout and push the  
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BUTTON (fig.1, 10a) again. The second line of the display will show BREWING  
3.0. The C1300 will start grinding and brewing. Since it is the first time, it will  
not complete the cycle. When the display shows again PRESS BUTTON,  
repeat step "e" one more time. Discard the coffee.  
f. Now the grinder, the grinder channel and the brewing chamber are ready to  
brew coffee.  
7.2 Daily Preparation  
a. We recommend filling the water container every morning with fresh, cold  
water. This will enhance the taste of your coffee.  
b. Push and hold the On/Off Button (fig.1, 10) until the display illuminates. It will  
show PLEASE WAIT / HEATING UP. After a couple of minutes the display will  
show RINSE MACHINE / PRESS BUTTON.  
c. Press the BUTTON. Hot water will warm up all internal parts and will be  
pumped through the coffee spouts. The water will be caught in the tray  
underneath. When the rinsing cycle is completed, the display will show the  
last coffee setting, e.g. 1 CUP X STRONG / PRESS BUTTON 6.0  
The C1300 is now ready to make coffee.  
8. Grinding and Brewing Coffee  
a. Make sure the water tank and bean container are filled.  
b. Select from one of the following options by turning the Coffee Dial (fig. 12)  
(text in first line only): 1 CUP REGULAR - 1 CUP STRONG -  
1 CUP X STRONG - 2 CUPS REGULAR - 1 PREGROUND - 2 PREGROUND  
Please note: The grinder automatically adjusts the amount of coffee. It grinds  
5 sec. in "regular", 6 sec. in "strong", 7 sec. in "x strong" and 8 sec. in "2  
cups regular". The total amount of ground coffee also depends on the position  
of the grind selector (fig. 10). In the coarser settings the conical burrs  
are further apart, allowing more coffee to pass through than in the finer settings.  
Also oily beans will slide into the burrs of the grinder somewhat slower  
than medium brown and dry beans. The grinder grinds between 5 and 7  
grams in "regular" and between 14 and 16 grams in "two cups regular".  
c. Now select the cup size by turning the Cup Size Dial (fig. 12).  
The display will show the cup size in the lower right hand corner in ounces  
from 1.0 to 7.5 in half oz. steps, e.g. 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5 etc.  
Please note: The actual amount of coffee in your cup might vary slightly.  
d. Adjust the coffee spout in height to your cup size (fig. 9) and place one or  
two cups underneath the coffee spouts.  
e. Press the BUTTON. The machine will grind, tamp, pre-brew, brew, stop, and  
discard the used coffee grounds. During this process the second line will  
show BREWING and the selected cup size. Please note: After the "pre-brew"  
stage you can stop the brewing process by simply pushing the BUTTON.  
This comes in handy if you want an extremely small cup of coffee or if you  
change your mind midway through brewing.  
f. When the cycle is completely finished the second line will again show  
PRESS BUTTON. You can now brew the next cup.  
Please note: When selecting the option 2 CUPS REGULAR the C1300 will  
brew twice as much coffee as indicated in the display, e.g. if the display shows  
5.0 the machine will brew a total of 10 oz. of coffee.  
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Important: As long as the C1300 grinds, brews or discards coffee, do NOT  
attempt to pull out the drawer. This can seriously damage your machine. See  
chapter 13.  
8.1 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.  
a. Turn the Coffee Dial until the display shows 1 PREGROUND or 2 PREGROUND.  
b. Open the lid for the ground coffee funnel (fig.1,8) and fill the funnel with one  
or two scoops of ground coffee (fig. 11). Important: Do not fill this funnel  
with instant coffee and do not use more than two level scoops of coffee.  
c. Select the cup size by turning the cup size dial (fig. 12). Place a cup under-  
neath the coffee spouts.  
d. Press the BUTTON. The machine will tamp, pre-brew, brew, stop, and  
discard the used coffee grounds. During this process the second line will  
show BREWING and the selected cup size.  
Please note: If you do not fill enough coffee into the funnel or forget to fill  
ground coffee into the funnel and press the BUTTON, the C1300 will start the  
brewing process. It will show in the first line FILL POWDER and will discontinue  
the process.  
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. You can use the "extra rinse cycle" to remove the  
flavor transfer (see chapter 12a).  
8.2 Using Hot Water  
With the hot water function you can produce a cup of tea, a quick soup or add  
hot water to your coffee, making it less strong.  
a. Place a cup underneath the Dual Frother.  
b. Turn the SW Dial to the water symbol (fig. 2c). The C1300 will immediately  
disburse a stream of hot water into the cup. The display shows HOT WATER.  
c. To stop the hot water flow, turn the SW Dial back to the 0-position (fig. 2a).  
Caution: Always make sure that the Dual Frother aims inside the cup when  
using the hot water function. Otherwise hot water might splatter, which can  
cause severe injuries.  
8.3 Frothing and Steaming  
The steam function can be used to heat any liquid and to steam and froth milk.  
Steaming Position:  
The Frother's metal cylinder is in the UP position (fig. 3a). In the steaming posi-  
tion hot steam is injected into the milk (or any other liquid) without creating a  
frothy layer on top. Typically a Latte has steamed milk with no froth.  
Frothing Position:  
The Frother's metal cylinder is in the DOWN position (fig. 3a). In the frothing  
position hot steam and air is injected into the milk creating warm milk and a  
firm layer of tiny froth bubbles.  
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8.4 Heating and Frothing Milk  
a. Turn the SW Dial from the 0-position to the steam position (fig. 2b). The display  
will show HEATING UP (this takes about 15 to 25 seconds).  
b. Add cold milk to a pitcher or a cup.  
c. The display will now show STEAM READY / PRESS BUTTON.  
d. Immerse the tip of the frother into the milk (fig. 3c) and press the BUTTON.  
Steaming will start instantly.  
e. To stop steaming, turn the SW Dial back to 0.  
Please note: Sometimes at the very beginning of frothing a little bit of water  
might come out of the frother. If you do not want that water in your milk, start  
the frothing procedure as follows:  
First, place an empty cup underneath the frother. When the display shows  
STEAM READY push the BUTTON and after two seconds turn the SW Dial  
back to the 0-position.  
Now immerse the frother in the pitcher or cup with milk, switch the SW dial  
to the steam symbol and press the BUTTON. No more water will come out of  
the frother.  
Knocking Noise: If you froth for a prolonged time, the machine will pump little  
droplets of water into the system to maintain enough steam. This is accompanied  
by a "knocking noise".  
Tips for frothing (Cappuccino):  
The tip of the frother should not touch the bottom of your pitcher.  
Start in the steaming position cylinder "up" (fig. 3a) for a few seconds. 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.  
Steaming and frothing directly in your cappuccino cup:  
With practice, you can steam and froth directly in your cappuccino cup. First  
steam and froth the milk, then add your espresso shot.  
Please note: The less fat content the milk has the more froth will be created.  
Skim milk will produce the most froth and will let you taste more of the coffee.  
1% and 2% milk will give you less froth. Regular whole milk (3% fat) will  
produce the least amount of froth. You can also use soy milk.  
8.5 Cleaning the Frother  
Always keep the Dual Frother Plus clean and free of milk deposits. Clean  
immediately after use. Hardened milk particles will make it impossible to create  
milk froth.  
Fast cleaning:  
Place a cup underneath the frother (fig. 3c) and turn the Steam/Water Selector  
to the water symbol. Let hot water run through the frother for about 3 seconds  
and then stop. This will flush out any small milk droplets.  
Thorough cleaning of the Dual Frother parts:  
If you use the frother daily, do the following at least once or twice a week:  
Unscrew the black frother tip with a coin (see fig. 3b).  
Remove the cylinder and make sure that the two small side holes in the black  
tip and the groove connecting those two holes are free of milk deposits.  
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Replace the black tip and screw it on finger tight.  
Note: There is also an extra black tip included with the machine, just in case  
you lose the first one.  
9. Automatic Monitoring Controls  
The C1300 has automatic monitoring controls. The display will show when  
cleaning, refilling and any other maintenance is necessary. Here are the messages:  
PLEASE WAIT / HEATING UP  
The C1300 is heating up. Wait until a different message appears.  
RINSE MACHINE / PRESS BUTTON  
You must push the BUTTON. Hot water pumps through the coffee spouts  
and stops by itself. During this procedure the display shows RINSING.  
HOT WATER CYCLE NECESSARY  
Place a cup under the frother and turn the SW Dial to the hot water position  
(fig. 2c). When the cycle stops, turn the SW Dial back to the 0-position.  
SET STEAM/WATER / DIAL TO ZERO  
The SW Dial is either in the steam or hot water position (fig. 2b or 2c). Turn  
the SW Dial to the 0-position (fig. 2a) and the message will go away.  
HEATING UP  
The ThermoBlock is heating for steaming. Wait until the display reads  
STEAM READY / PRESS BUTTON (see chapter 8.3).  
TRAY MISSING  
The tray is missing or not inserted properly.  
CLEAN UNIT  
This message will alternate with the regular message. See chapter 12.1.  
DECALCIFYING NECESSARY  
Message will alternate with the regular message. See chapters 12.2 and 12.3.  
EMPTY TRAY  
The tray needs to be removed and the contents emptied. As long as this  
message appears all other functions are blocked. See chapter 9.1.  
FILL / WATER TANK  
There is not enough water in the water tank or the water tank is empty. As long  
as this message appears all other functions are blocked. CHANGE FILTER  
It is time to replace the Claris Filter Cartridge. See chapters 11 through 11.2.  
9.1 Empty Tray  
When the display reads EMPTY TRAY all other functions are blocked. Move the  
coffee spout up and carefully lift up the tray and pull it out (fig. 16). The tray  
has a total of four parts (fig. 1a).  
Remove the Used Coffee Container and empty it. This container holds  
between 10 and 16 coffee portions, depending how large the used coffee  
portions are.  
Discard the water in the tray. This water is the result of the ThermoBlock  
system: after each brew cycle it forces the remaining water into the tray. This  
way you never have any stale water inside the heating system. Clean all  
parts and assemble.  
Important: Make sure that the used coffee container is placed onto the  
supporting tray before inserting the complete tray back into the machine.  
Otherwise, used coffee will fall into the tray causing an overflow.  
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10. Changing Parameters  
Besides the six different coffee options and the cup sizes you can change a  
variety of parameters as explained in chapters 10.1 through 10.6.  
10.1 Changing the Grinder Fineness  
Important: You can only adjust the fineness during the actual grinding process.  
For darker beans, we recommend grinding somewhat coarser (turn the selector  
to the thicker bars, clockwise); for lighter beans, we recommend grinding  
somewhat finer (turn to finer bars, counterclockwise), see fig. 10.  
Please note: If coffee drips very slowly through the coffee spout, the coffee  
was ground too fine. Adjust to a coarser grind. If coffee flows too fast through  
the coffee spout, adjust to a finer grind.  
10.2 The Program Dial (fig. 12)  
The Program Dial is located behind the door on the left side (fig. 1, 1b). It has a  
small black button in the middle. We call it the "P Button". During normal oper-  
ation the Program Dial points to position 1. On the inside of the door you will  
find a card explaining the different positions. The program dial is used to:  
change parameters (position 2, 3, 7, 8)  
perform maintenance functions (position 4, 5, 6); see chapters 12.1 to 12.4.  
check statistics (position 9); see chapter 12.6.  
10.3 Changing the Coffee Temperature  
a. Turn the Program Dial to Pos. 2. The display shows TEMPERATURE/HIGH.  
Push the P Button once. The display will change to TEMPERATURE/REGULAR.  
Push it again and it will go back to high and so on.  
b. In HIGH the temperature of the coffee is approximately 7º F higher than in  
setting REGULAR.  
Please note:  
The temperature of the coffee is also influenced by the grinder setting and  
the amount of coffee you are using. A finer grind will slightly increase the  
temperature of the coffee.  
For highest temperature pre-warm the cups.  
10.4 Auto Shut-Off Settings  
Turn the Program Dial to Pos. 3. The display shows AUTO SHUT-OFF / AFTER  
2 HOURS. Push the P Button repeatedly and the display will show 3, 4, 5, - ,1, 2,  
and so on. In position "" the machine will not turn off automatically. All other  
selections will turn off the machine after last use, automatically.  
10.5 Changing the Language  
Turn the Program Dial to Pos. 8. The display shows LANGUAGE / ENGLISH.  
Pushing the P Button you can choose from the following options:  
LANGUE / FRANCAIS  
TAAL / NEDERLANDS  
SPRACHE / DEUTSCH  
LINGUA / ITALIANA  
French  
Dutch  
German  
Italian  
IDIOMA / ESPANOL  
Spanish  
And then back to English.  
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10.6 Changing the Water Hardness  
Turn the Program Dial to Pos. 7. The display shows HARDNESS / LEVEL 2.  
Pushing the P Button repeatedly shows the following options (second line of  
display): LEVEL , LEVEL 1, LEVEL 2, LEVEL 3, LEVEL 4, FILTER.  
The C1300 gives you the following options with regards to water management:  
a. Use the Claris Water Filter and regular tap water. See chapters 11 and 11.1.  
b. Use distilled water. Set the water hardness level to HARDNESS / LEVEL –  
This means the decalcifying monitor is turned off.  
c. Use bottled water. Set the water hardness level to HARDNESS / LEVEL 1.  
This means the decalcifying monitor is on. After using approx. 230 quarts of  
water (for coffee, steaming, rinsing, hot water) the display will remind you  
to decalcify the machine (see chapters 12.2 and 12.3).  
d. Use tap water. Choose water hardness level 2, 3 or 4. Check with your local  
water works how hard your water is in "grains".  
Hardness in  
Grains  
Set to  
LEVEL  
Decalcifying after approx.  
... quarts of water  
1 to 9  
10 to 19  
20 to 29  
30 +  
1
2
3
4
230  
105  
75  
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You can also use the enclosed water hardness indicator strip to determine the  
water hardness: Insert the stick for one second into the water you want to use.  
Shake off any excess water and wait for one minute.  
If all 5 fields of the test strip turn reddish, set the hardness to Level 4.  
If 4 fields turn reddish, set the hardness to Level 3.  
If 3 or less fields turn reddish, leave the hardness in Level 2.  
Please note: In LEVEL 1, 2, 3 or 4 the C1300 will automatically remind you  
when it is time to decalcify. In setting FILTER, the C1300 will remind you when  
to exchange the Claris filter.  
11. Claris Water Cartridge  
The machine comes with one Water Filter Cartridge. The 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. 6) just before the  
brewing cycle starts, ensuring fresh filtered water every time you make coffee.  
Eliminates decalcifying. When using the water filter cartridge, you never need  
to decalcify your machine.  
To reorder cartridges see chapter 14.1"Supplies".  
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11.1 Installing and Activating the Claris Water Filter Cartridge  
Important: Never install the cartridge before or during "Preparing Machine For  
The First Time."  
Make sure the C1300 is on and ready to make coffee.  
a. Remove the cartridge from its bag and rinse under cold running water.  
b. Open the water tank lid and screw cartridge on tightly (fig. 7).  
c. Fill the water container about halfway with fresh, cold water.  
d. Turn the Program Dial to position 7 and push the P button until the display  
shows FILTER  
e. Turn the Program Dial back to position 1.  
f. Place a large container below the steam nozzle and turn the SW dial to the  
hot water position. Let at least 20 ounces of water run through the steam  
nozzle. This activates the granules in the Claris cartridge.  
Please note: Some of the water might be slightly discolored. This is normal  
and will not harm the machine. Discard this water.  
Please note: The display will automatically remind you when to replace the  
cartridge.  
11.2 Replacing the CLARIS Cartridge  
After approx. 50 liters (approx. 53 quarts) the display will show in the second  
line: REPLACE FILTER.  
Please note: During this message you can still use the machine. However, we  
strongly recommend replacing the cartridge within the next few days.  
a. Remove the old filter and install a new filter as described in chapter 11.1.  
b. With the Program Dial pointing to position one, push and hold the P Button  
for two to three seconds. The message REPLACE FILTER will disappear. The  
machine starts measuring the water again and adjusts the filter counter auto-  
matically.  
Please note: If you do not use the machine for a prolonged period of time or if  
you use less than 40 oz. of water a day, we recommend replacing the filter after  
6 weeks. In this case the display will not remind you. Follow the instructions in  
chapter 11.1. Then, you must reset the filter counter as follows:  
Turn the Program Dial to Position 7. The display should read HARDNESS /  
FILTER.  
Push the P button once. The display reads HARDNESS / LEVEL .  
Turn the Program Dial to position 1.  
Now turn the Program Dial again to position 7 and push the P button until  
the display shows HARDNESS / FILTER.  
Turn the Program Dial back to position 1. The filter counter is now reset.  
12. General Cleaning Instructions  
Never use sharp, abrasive materials or any chemicals to clean your machine.  
Wipe down the inside and outside housing of the machine with a damp cloth.  
Rinse out water tank daily.  
Clean the tray and its components (fig. 1a) with a warm water and mild liquid  
soap solution.  
The water tank, the tray and its components ARE NOT dishwasher safe.  
Clean the ground coffee funnel with a dry bottle brush. DO NOT use any liquids  
for cleaning this funnel.  
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Wipe the bean container with a dry paper towel to remove oil build-up. Do  
not use any liquid cleaners in the bean container.  
12.1 Extra Rinse Cycle  
When using pre-ground flavored or sugar coated coffee you can run an extra  
hot water rinse cycle through the coffee spout. This will remove any flavor  
transfer before you continue with your regular coffee.  
a. Turn the Program Dial to position 4. The display will show RINSE / PRESS P  
BUTTON.  
b. Place a cup underneath the coffee spouts and push the P button. The  
machine will run a rinse cycle and stop automatically. The display will show  
SET P DIAL / TO POS. 1.  
c. You can repeat the above procedure if necessary.  
12.2 Cleaning with Special Tablet  
After making approximately 200 coffees, the internal brewing chamber and the  
brewing unit must be cleaned (of coffee oils, etc.). The display will show  
CLEAN UNIT alternating with the regular message. This indicates that it is time  
to run the tablet cleaning cycle. This takes approximately 10 minutes.  
Please note: During this message you can still use the machine. However, we  
strongly recommend performing the cleaning procedure within the next few  
days. If you wait too long, you can severely damage your machine.  
Important: Only use the cleaning tablets provided by Capresso. Two tablets  
come with the machine. You can order more tablets from Capresso by using  
the enclosed mail order form or by calling customer service at 1-800-220-5701  
or via the Internet at: www.capresso.com. Order #62205 is for the 6-pack  
cleaning tablets.  
How to clean with the special tablet:  
a. When the display reminds you to run a tablet cleaning cycle, open the door  
and set the Program Dial to Position 5. The display will show:  
CLEANING / PRESS P BUTTON  
Important: It is essential not to interrupt the process once it has begun.  
b. Make sure there is water in the water tank. Press the P Button and the display  
will show: EMPTY TRAY.  
Please note: You must remove the tray, even if it is empty. Replace tray.  
c. The display will show: PRESS P BUTTON. Press the P button and the display  
will show: TABLET CLEANING / IN PROGRESS. The machine will run a little  
bit of water through the coffee spout into the tray. After a few seconds the  
display will show alternating: DROP TABLET IN / COFFEE FUNNEL  
PRESS P BUTTON.  
d. Take one tablet and drop it into the ground coffee funnel (fig. 15). Then press  
the P button. The display will show TABLET CLEANING / IN PROGRESS.  
The machine will run in intervals some hot water through the coffee spouts  
into the tray. It will repeat this process several times. After approx. 8 minutes  
the cleaning cycle will stop and the display will show: EMPTY TRAY.  
e. Carefully remove the tray. There will be water in the tray and in the used  
coffee container. Empty the tray and the used coffee container and insert  
them back into the machine.  
f. The display will read: PRESS P BUTTON. Press the P Button. The machine  
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will show: TABLET CLEANING / IN PROGRESS. The machine will run a few  
hot water rinsing cycles. After approx. 2 minutes the display shows: EMPTY  
TRAY.  
g. Remove tray, empty it and replace. The display will now show  
SET P DIAL / TO POS. 1. Set the Program Dial to position 1. You can now  
continue brewing coffee. The C1300 will reset itself automatically (to remind  
you again after the next 200 cups of coffee).  
12.3 Decalcifying (Special Liquid DURGOL required)  
Please note:  
If you use distilled water (water hardness "level ") or if you use the Claris  
water filter (water hardness level "filter") this chapter does not apply.  
If your C1300 is set to water hardness level 1, 2, 3 or 4 please read on.  
When water is heated inside the C1300 calcium will slowly deposit in the inner  
tubes. If the water hardness is set to any level between 1 and 4, the C1300  
monitors the water amount used (see table in chapter 10.6). At some point the  
display will show DECALCIFYING / NECESSARY alternating with the regular  
message. This indicates that it is time to run the decalcifying program.  
Please note: During this message you can still use the machine. However, we  
strongly recommend performing the decalcifying procedure within a week. If  
you wait too long, you can severely damage your machine.  
Important: NEVER use vinegar or any powder agent for decalcification. This will  
damage inner parts of the machine. Only use DURGOL decalcifying agent.  
DURGOL is available through your Capresso retailers or the enclosed mail  
#7510. One bottle of DURGOL lasts for 5 decalcifying procedures.  
12.4 How to Decalcify  
One decalcifying cycle lasts approximately 40 minutes.  
Please note: Never decalcify the machine with the Claris Filter inserted in the  
water tank (see chapter 13G).  
a. Set the Program Dial to Position 6. The display will show:  
DECALC. / PRESS P BUTTON  
b. Press the P Button.  
Important: It is essential not to interrupt the process once it has begun.  
c. The display will show: EMPTY TRAY.  
(Attention: If the display shows SET P DIAL / TO POS. 1 then the  
machine is too hot for the decalcifying cycle. Turn the Program Dial to  
position 1. Place a cup underneath the Dual Frother and turn the SW Dial  
to the hot water position (fig. 2c). Stop the hot water cycle after approx. 5  
seconds. Now you can begin the decalcifying procedure.  
Please note: You must remove the tray even if it is empty. Replace tray. The  
display will show: FILL TANK WITH / DECALC MIX alternating with PRESS P  
BUTTON.  
d. Fill water tank with approx. 12 oz. (350 ml) of water. Then add about 5 oz.  
(150 ml) of Durgol and stir. Please note: The total solution should be at or  
slightly above the "0.5 liter" marking on the water tank. Also, always fill  
water first, then Durgol.  
CAUTION: Durgol contains 15% sulfamic acid. Please read the instructions  
on the bottle, handle carefully and keep away from children.  
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e. Now press the P Button. The display will show:  
PLACE LARGE CUP / UNDER FROTHER alternating with PRESS P BUTTON.  
f. Place a large cup under the steam nozzle. The cup or container should have  
a capacity of 12 oz. Press the P Button. The display will read DECALCIFYING /  
IN PROGRESS. For the next few minutes the machine will disburse the  
cleaning mix in intervals through the steam nozzle into the cup.  
(Important: Do not empty the contents of the cup into the tray).  
Then it will disburse the cleaning mix for a few minutes into the internal tray.  
The machine will stop and the display will show EMPTY TRAY.  
g. Remove the cup and carefully remove the tray and empty the bottom part  
and replace. The display will show: DECALCIFYING / IN PROGRESS. The  
internal cleaning continues until all the solution in the water tank is used up.  
Then the display will show again EMPTY TRAY.  
h. Remove the tray, discard the water and replace. Then the display shows:  
FILL WATER TANK alternating with PRESS P BUTTON.  
i Remove the water tank and rinse a few times and fill with fresh water at least  
to the 0.5 liter mark and replace.  
j. Press the P Button. The display will show: PLACE LARGE CUP / UNDER  
FROTHER alternating with PRESS P BUTTON.  
k. Place a large cup under the steam nozzle. The cup or container should have  
a capacity of 12 oz. and press the P Button. The display will read DECALCI-  
FYING / IN PROGRESS. For the next few minutes the machine will disburse  
the clean water in intervals through the steam nozzle into the cup. Then it  
will disburse the clean water in intervals into the internal tray. At the end of  
the cycle the display shows: EMPTY TRAY  
l. Remove and empty the cup, then remove the tray and empty. The display  
shows: SET P DIAL / TO POS. 1  
m.Turn the Program Dial to position 1 and close the door. The display shows:  
RINSE MACHINE / PRESS BUTTON.  
n. Place a cup underneath the coffee spouts and press the BUTTON (the button  
in the center of the Coffee Dial; not the P Button). The machine will run a  
rinse cycle and will return to its normal coffee message.  
12.5 Clearing for Transport  
If you intend to transport the machine or send it to another place you must  
CLEAR the C1300 to avoid damage in transit. Please proceed as follows:  
a. Turn off machine (display off) and empty water tank and replace.  
b. Turn the SW Dial to the steam position (fig. 2b)  
c. Place an empty cup underneath the steam nozzle (fig. 7)  
d. Push and hold the BUTTON for approx. 4 seconds. The machine will turn on  
and the display will show alternating: SYSTEM / EMPTYING and PLEASE  
WAIT / HEATING UP.  
e. At the same time the machine will push a little bit of water and some steam  
into the cup underneath the nozzle. The whole procedure will take less than  
20 seconds.  
f. Turn the SW dial to 0-position. The machine will turn off (display off).  
The next time you turn the machine on the display will show FILL / WATER  
TANK. After you filled the water tank the display will show HOT WATER CYCLE  
/ NECESSARY (see chapter 7.3).  
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12.6 User Statistics  
Turn the Program Dial to position 9. The display will read COUNTER / COFFEES  
and it will show you how many coffee brewing cycles the machine has per-  
formed in the lower right hand corner. When pushing the P button additional  
information can be retrieved:  
COUNTER / DECALCIFYING COUNTER / T CLEANING (tablet cleaning)  
COUNTER / HOT WATER COUNTER / STEAM COUNTER / FILTER  
13. Troubleshooting  
A. No coffee comes out of the coffee spout.  
Beans in bean container are not feeding properly into the grinder: Stir beans  
(see chapter 7.2a.).  
You used ground coffee in the coffee funnel. The coffee was ground too fine:  
Use coarser ground coffee.  
No water is transported through the system: If the Claris filter is installed, it  
might block the free flow of water. Please proceed as described in chapter  
11.1, f. This will free up the Claris filter. Also, remove water container and  
check if the connecting valve is free of any dirt or coffee.  
The internal brewing chamber is clogged: Turn the machine off. Wait for a  
minute and turn it on again. When the initialization noise stops, place a cup  
underneath the coffee spouts and turn the Program Dial to position 4. Push  
the P button to run a rinse cycle. If no water comes out of the coffee spouts,  
try one or two more times. When water comes out of the coffee spout, the  
brewing chamber is de-clogged.  
B. The display shows FILL WATER TANK but there is enough water in the tank.  
The low water flotation device (Fig. 4, call out 4) is missing. Normally there is  
a small plastic cover over the flotation device. This plastic cover is missing  
and the flotation device is probably somewhere in the water container. If you  
can find the pieces, insert the flotation device back into the small compart-  
ment and attach the small plastic cover.  
If you cannot find the pieces please call customer service. We will send them  
to you free of charge!  
C. Machine does not produce coffee when using ground coffee in funnel.  
Use more coffee and try again (if you use less than one scoop of coffee, the  
automatic tamper in the brewing chamber cannot detect the coffee and will  
interrupt the brewing cycle).  
D. Coffee comes out too slowly through the coffee spout.  
Set the grinder to grind the beans more coarsely (see chapter 10.1).  
When using ground coffee, have it ground coarser or use less.  
E. The grinder makes an extremely loud noise.  
A stone blocks the grinding burrs: Turn the machine off and unplug it. Empty  
the bean container (scoop out beans or use a hand-held vacuum cleaner).  
Try to remove the stone (if visible) with a pointed tool.  
Do not fill any more beans into the bean container. Plug in the machine and  
turn it on. Push the BUTTON as if you want to make coffee. If the noise con-  
tinues, please call customer service.  
F. The removable tray does not come out.  
The internal coffee disposal mechanism did not retract properly: Turn the  
machine off and wait a few minutes. Turn the machine on again and wait  
until it stops making noise. Now try to pull out the tray. If it does not work,  
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repeat this process one more time. If it still does not work, call customer  
service.  
G. The display shows DECALCIFYING / NECESSARY but I am using the  
Claris filter.  
The water hardness level is not set properly: Open the door and turn the  
Program Dial to position 7. Push the P button until the display shows HARD-  
NESS FILTER. Now turn the Program Dial to position 1. The decalcifying  
message is deleted.  
H. The display shows REPLACE FILTER but I just replaced the filter.  
a. If the message REPLACE FILTER was there before you replaced the filter:  
Make sure the Program Dial is in position 1. Push and hold the P button for a  
few seconds. The message REPLACE FILTER will disappear.  
b.The message REPLACE FILTER did not show prior to replacing the filter. You  
just replaced the filter because you felt it was time. And now the message  
REPLACE FILTER comes up. You forgot to reset the filter counter (see chapter  
11.2 last paragraph). For now, just proceed as described above (H.a).  
I. The display shows SERVICE 8.  
Proceed as follows:  
Turn the machine off. Unplug machine.  
Make sure the tray is inserted into the machine without the used coffee  
container.  
Let machine cool down for 30 to 60 minutes.  
Plug in machine and turn machine on. The machine should reset itself.  
If the machine still displays SERVICE 8 repeat above procedure again.  
After the machine resets itself, make sure to replace the used coffee container.  
If SERVICE 8 does not disappear, call Customer Service 1-800-220-5701.  
14. Supplies  
Your Capresso C1300 comes with 1 Claris cartridge and 2 cleaning tablets. For  
prolonged use, we recommend that you have extra cleaning tablets, a Claris  
filter or the Durgol decalcifying liquid on hand.  
Special Cleaning Tablets: Order #62205 (6-pack).  
Claris Cartridge: Order #7525 (DURGOL not necessary).  
Durgol Decalcifying Liquid: Order #7510. One bottle lasts for 5 decalcifying  
cycles. You will need Durgol, if you do not use the Claris filter and if you  
don't use distilled water.  
All these supplies are available through your Capresso retailers or the enclosed  
15. WARRANTY  
HOME USE: Limited One Year Warranty. NON-HOME USE:  
Limited Six Months Warranty. This warranty covers your CAPRESSO C1300  
machine, model #156. This warranty is in effect for the period described  
above from the date of the first consumer purchase and is limited to the  
United States of America. This warranty covers all defects in materials or  
workmanship (parts and labor) including UPS ground transportation for  
both ways, if necessary.  
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This warranty DOES NOT cover:  
Any machine not distributed by CAPRESSO within the United States.  
Any machine not purchased from an Authorized Capresso Dealer.  
Damage caused by accident, abuse, negligence, misuse, improper opera-  
tion or failure to follow instructions contained in this manual.  
Any service or alteration performed by an unauthorized person, company or  
association.  
Damage caused by neglecting and omitting cleaning and decalcifying  
cycles.  
Damage caused by use of instant coffee or any other ingredients not  
allowed in this product.  
This warranty will be void if the Product Registration Card is not sent within  
two weeks after purchase date.  
Other Limitations and Exclusions: Any implied warranties including  
fitness for use and merchantability are express warranty set for the above  
and no person is authorized to assume for CAPRESSO any other liability in  
connection with the sale of the machine. CAPRESSO expressly dis-  
claims liability for incidental and consequential damages caused by the  
machine. The terms incidental damagesrefer 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 consequential damages”  
refer to the cost of repairing or replacing other property which is damaged  
when this machine does not work properly. The remedies provided under  
this warranty are exclusive and in lieu of all others. This warranty gives you  
specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from  
state to state.  
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