Just purchased, having trouble getting the right amount of water per cup. Where are the "portions per cup clearly marked on the machine"?
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it is not a perculator, the quantity has to be as small as possible as it is an espresso. warm up the machine 10-15 minutes.... you can use this rule: turn the dial to right to heath the water, when the green light is on it is time for coffee. Turn the dial right: let the coffee flow and when the green light goes off stop it turning the dial left.
236837
These machines don't work the same as an americano coffee machine. You just need to make sure there is always water inside, it doesn't really matter how much.It all depends on how strong you want your coffee. It's not about the amount of Water but the amount of coffee and how long you want your espresso. The machine is very good quality/price, then is all about how good a "Barista" are you... http://www.rd.com/slideshows/13-things-baristas-wont-tell-you/#slideshow=slide3
236838
I have never seen any markings as you describe. I use ESE pods. I run water through the machine to warm it up, counting to 25. Then I stop the water flowing, empty the cup, put a pod in the machine, turn the knob to begin the process again, and count to 25 - at 6 the espresso begins to pour. At 25 or 26 seconds, I stop the machine. That's it. I use Island Joe E.S.E. pods and it makes very good espresso. Hope this helps.
2263251
Maybe you put too much water. You need to fill the upper part until the word H2O and stir this water in the bottom part. Put enough coffee to fill the filter and dont push it
2219641
There are separate water reservoirs for the single serve and carafe sides. It is basically 2 machines attached that use the same control panel. You flip a switch between the two sides. I'm not sure how many cups of water the single serve side will take. We usually fill it from the cup we want it to brew into so we always have just what we need.
715552
It takes experimenting to find right amount. Water not supposed to go through fast. Try finer grind and pack down slightly.
907692
I would guess about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of water. There isn't a fill line, I drew my own in based on the written instructions.
718361
I never looked at those instructions. I use water that i have boiled to make tea or coffee right out of the drip pot. Sometimes there is a tiny bit of unmixed milk at the bottom of the cup when I finish, but nothing to worry about. I think you can just skip that step.
1882823
We use the default option with no complaints. Perhaps it's the coffee you're using? Or try brewing a larger size cup for a more dilute brew.
222862
I agree with the others, make sure you do not have too much water. If you are using the Brikka model, then first you measure the water in the upper chamber by filling to the "H2O" fill line and then pour it into the lower chamber. The lower chamber will then only be partially filled. I have the 4 cup model and it fills to about 1/2" below the valve inside the lower chamber.
1752801
Its the clear water reservoir on the right side. Gently grip the reservoir and slide it out to the right of the machine and pour in two to three cups of water and return the reservoir to the machine to close! Enjoy you coffee!
448556
Hi there! I've now had (3) of these machines and for the price it is a Very good machine. I would guess your grind is either too coarse and the pressurized water is going right through - but also, if too fine the water can find its way around the coffee and find a 'channel' to flow through making it way too weak.These variations led us to "ESE Pods". They are very consistent and VERY clean, especially if you need multiple 'shots'. That machine has a special disk just for pods. The downside is they are more expensive (try Miscela'd oro at 1st Line abour $.33 per if in bulk), but the time savings and cleanliness during a busybusy morning makes it well worth it!!Good Luck!PG Hi there! I've now had (3) of these machines and for the price it is a Very good machine. I would guess your grind is either too coarse and the pressurized water is going right through - but also, if too fine the water can find its way around the coffee and find a 'channel' to flow through making it way too weak.These variations led us to "ESE Pods". They are very consistent and VERY clean, especially if you need multiple 'shots'. That machine has a special disk just for pods. The downside is they are more expensive (try Miscela'd oro at 1st Line abour $.33 per if in... » Read More Hi there! I've now had (3) of these machines and for the price it is a Very good machine. I would guess your grind is either too coarse and the pressurized water is going right through - but also, if too fine the water can find its way around the coffee and find a 'channel' to flow through making it way too weak.These variations led us to "ESE Pods". They are very consistent and VERY clean, especially if you need multiple 'shots'. That machine has a special disk just for pods. The downside is they are more expensive (try Miscela'd oro at 1st Line abour $.33 per if in bulk), but the time savings and cleanliness during a busybusy morning makes it well worth it!!Good Luck!PG « Show Less
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I believe you just didn't add enough water. It's a bit tricky, at first; too little and it's undercooked, too much, and it's overcooked. Experience is the best teacher. I have trouble reading the little measuring cup, also. trial and error, using a tablespoon, to measure the water. Then, pour that amount in the cup and make a mark, for future breakfasts. Good luck!
1199016
use more coffee. We love it and have had no problems. Make sure you are folding the coffee filters edges like you are suppose to. We use Starbucks coffee and ratio is 4 scoops of coffee/8 cups of water. Coffee remains hot for a very long time in the coffee pot.
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I filled up the zojirushi cup with water and poured the water into a standard measuring cup. I got 2/3 of a cup. I hope I'm right. I will pray for you.Then I read the previous answers. I previously used the green cups with the number 171 on the bottom. I found the white cups with the number 180 on the bottom. I have been using the green cups with good results, and I don't see a great difference between the two sizes. Neither do I know what the numbers stand for.Why don't you get new cups, find the instructions, and do whatever. My best guess is that either should work. I filled up the zojirushi cup with water and poured the water into a standard measuring cup. I got 2/3 of a cup. I hope I'm right. I will pray for you.Then I read the previous answers. I previously used the green cups with the number 171 on the bottom. I found the white cups with the number 180 on the bottom. I have been using the green cups with good results, and I don't see a great difference between the two sizes. Neither do I know what the numbers stand for.Why don't you get new cups, find the instructions, and do whatever. My best guess is that either should work.
143811
The tea is loose. I'm still trying different water tea ratio's and right now 1/3 cup tea to 60 ounces of water in my coffee maker works well. There's a lot of tea in each package so it will make several pots using the amounts that I do.
1360813
I use 2 to 3 drops for each 2 cups of water. You can always adjust it up or down according to your taste.
368011
Cut down on the water and increase the amount of coffee used. For the coffee part, that is in the area where you put the beans, the first knob on the left in the front. Increase it only one click at a time until you get it where you want it. As for the water, that is adjusted by the knob on the outside of the front of the machine, just under the on/off and brew buttons. I make a mug every morning, but I push the brew button twice, essentially making two demitasse size portions in one larger cup. Hope that helps.
315713
Try tamping the portafilter not so densely. If the machine has good water flow without coffee in it, experiment with the fineness of the grind, the amount in the portafilter, and the amount of pressure you use to tamp. there is definitely a learning curve!