I bought a used cheap espresso maker without a manual. After a couple of times using it I noticed that steam would escape through the lid of the reservoir. I’m paranoid that the whole machine is going to explode or something. Is that a normal for steam to escape, and should i just keep steaming my milk as that’s happening?

I have never used an espresso machine before so I would like something simple and easy to use, but at the same time, would still like quality drinks.

The following are my two finalists:

http://www.amazon.com/DeLonghi-EC155-Espresso-Maker/dp/B000F49XXG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1231223350&sr=1-1

http://www.amazon.com/Capresso-302-01-Espresso-Cappuccino-Machine/dp/B00007B8R6/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&s=kitchen&qid=1231219411&sr=1-6

Any recommendation?

Thanks!