How to Use a Swift Espresso Machine

How to Use a Swift Espresso Machine
Written By
Kirk Maltbee
Kirk Maltbee
Published: Dec 29, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read
  1. Place your Swift espresso maker on a flat, stable surface. Turn the control knob to "Off" and plug the machine into an outlet. Turn the lid on the reservoir counterclockwise to open. Pour 3 to 4 cups of water into the reservoir.

  2. Turn the lid clockwise to close. Place the carafe on the drip plate to fill. If you're using your machine for the first time, press the "Brew" button to run the water through the machine by itself. This will remove any dust that may have settled in the internal parts of the espresso maker. Repeat steps 1 and 2, as needed, if you run a cleaning cycle.

  3. Remove the filter basket by turning clockwise. Spoon 2 to 3 tbsp. of ground espresso beans into the filter. Put the filter back in its place and turn it counterclockwise to snap it in securely. Turn the control knob to "Brew."

  4. Turn the control knob to "Full-Steam" when brewing stops. Turn the control knob to "Off" when the nozzle stops steaming.

Tips

Use distilled or purified water to prevent chemical buildup in your machine.

Warnings

Take caution when venting steam, as it will be hot and can burn your skin.

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Kirk Maltbee

Kirk Maltbee is a freelance writer based in southwestern Virginia. A former licensed massage therapist, Maltbee has also spent considerable time as both an ACE- and NASM-certified personal fitness trainer. When not writing, he tackles home…

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