Concordia 1500s, 1500i User Manual
Concordia
Model
1500s/i
Espresso
Machine
User Guide
Table of Contents
Important Safety Information.............................................1
Machine Operation............................................. 1
Hot Surfaces and Liquids ..................................... 1
Electrical......................................................... 1
Espresso Grinders.............................................. 1
The Model 1500s/i Machine................................................2
The Model 1500s/i Components............................. 3
Using the Espresso Machine.............................................4
Starting the Machine .......................................... 4
1500s Elite Touch Pad ........................................ 5
1500i Elite Touch Pad ......................................... 7
Pouring Drinks .................................................. 9
Pre-Programmed Drinks .....................................10
Making a Decaffeinated Drink ..............................12
Machine Software Overview ............................................13
Software Programming Menu ...............................13
Display Messages ..............................................14
Plumbing ...........................................................................15
Soft-Plumbed or Hard-Plumbed Configuration..........15
Beans and the Bean Hopper............................................16
Storing Espresso Beans.......................................16
Bean Hopper ...................................................16
Milk and the Milk System .................................................18
Espresso Overview...........................................................19
What is espresso? .............................................19
Cleaning and Maintenance...............................................20
Importance of Daily Cleaning...............................20
Cleaning Timer ................................................20
Daily Maintenance ............................................21
Monthly Maintenance ........................................23
Preventative Maintenance ..................................23
Upper Piston O-Ring Replacement Procedure ..........24
Priming the Water Delivery System .......................25
MSDS .............................................................25
Ordering Cleaning Products.................................25
Troubleshooting Guide ....................................................26
FAQ....................................................................................28
Machine Warranty.............................................................30
Limited Warranty Statement and Disclaimers ..........30
Additional Limited Warranty Exclusions .................30
Important Safety Information
Your safety is important to us. The Concordia Model 1500s/i dispenses
hot liquids and steam, and incorporates grinding operations. Please
follow all safety precautions to reduce the risk of electric shock, burns,
and/or injury to persons or property.
Machine Operation
Do not use the machine for anything other than its specific
intended use.
Close supervision is required anytime the machine is used near
children.
Machine must be installed in a safe and stable location and in
accordance with Concordia’s installation requirements.
Do not operate the machine with unauthorized parts or
attachments. Improper use may cause fire, electrical shock,
hazard, or injury.
WARNING: Using unauthorized parts or attachments will
nullify the machine warranty.
Do not attempt to override safety interlocks.
Hot Surfaces and Liquids
Care must be taken around the machine, as hot liquids and
steam are produced and dispensed. Serious burns can occur.
Do not touch hot surfaces or parts.
Electrical
To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the
power cord, plugs or machine in water or any other liquid.
Turn the power switch to OFF when the machine is not being
used for an extended period.
Unplug machine when performing any type of maintenance or
repairs.
Do not operate the machine with an improper or damaged
power cord or plug, or after the machine has been damaged in
any manner.
A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of tripping
and entanglement. The cord should be arranged so that it does
not drape over a table or countertop, or otherwise allow
accidental tripping or entanglement.
Espresso Grinders
Do not operate machine without bean hoppers in place.
The grinding mechanisms and burr blades are powerful; avoid
contact with all moving parts.
Never feed coffee beans into the grinder by hand.
Never place a foreign object, finger or hand into the grinding
mechanism.
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The Model 1500s/i Machine
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The Model 1500s/i Components
Bean Hopper
The bean hopper holds espresso beans, and feeds them to the grinder.
Decaf Bypass Chute
Decaffeinated espresso is added through the decaf bypass chute.
Brew Group
The brew group assembly precisely brews espresso and automatically
discards the used coffee into the grounds bin.
Grounds Bin Door
The grounds bin is located behind the left-hand door at the front of the
machine.
Grounds Bin
The grounds bin catches the used espresso grounds for easy disposal.
Drain Grate
The drain grate covers the drain tray and directs spillage to the drain
and is removable for easy cleaning.
Refrigerator Door
The refrigeration unit is located behind the right-hand door at the front
of the machine.
Air Filter
The air filter prevents dust and debris from entering the circulation
fan.
Refrigerator Interior Plenum
The refrigerator interior plenum directs cold air into the refrigeration
unit.
Refrigerator
Located behind the right-hand door is a built-in refrigeration system
capable of accommodating a 1-gallon milk container.
On/Off Switch
Located behind the right-hand door, the power switch must be in the
“ON” position for machine operation.
Drain Water Bin
NOT PICTURED IN GRAPHIC. The drain water bin collects waste liquid
for locations using a soft-plumbed water system.
Fresh Water Bin
NOT PICTURED IN GRAPHIC. The fresh water bin is a reservoir providing
fresh water for locations using a soft-plumbed water system.
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Using the Espresso Machine
Starting the Machine
The power switch is located above the refrigerator compartment
behind the refrigerator door.
Turn the power switch to the ON position to start the machine.
Machine warm-up takes approximately 10-15 minutes. During warm-up,
the machine is heating the water and generating steam, while cooling
the refrigeration compartment.
DO NOT Quickly flip the power switch OFF and ON.
DO Wait at least 5 seconds between turning the machine
If a FILL WATER/EMPTY DRAIN or CHECK WATER FLOW error message
is displayed, reset the unit by turning the unit OFF then ON at the
power switch, then press the HOT WATER button for a few seconds to
cause water to completely fill the water delivery system. It may be
necessary to repeat this step.
Starting the Machine if Display reads: MACHINE OFF
If the display reads MACHINE OFF, press the ON/OFF button located on
the front panel.
The display will read PLEASE WAIT. If the door is open, machine will
not warm up.
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off and back on again. Quickly flipping the switch can
blow a fuse within the machine.
ON / OFF switch
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1500s Elite Touch Pad
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SELECT DRINK
CAFFE LATTE
CAPPUCCINO
AMERICANO
ESPRESSO
ICED LATTE
FIRST FILL CUP WITH ICE
39°
ON / OFF
CLEAN
PROGRAM
STOP
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OPTIONS
if desired press first
DOUBLE
TALL
HOT WATER
HOT MILK
COLD MILK
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1. LCD DISPLAY
DISPLAYS DRINK SELECTION AND MACHINE STATUS MESSAGES.
2-6. OPTIONS
DRINK OPTIONS ARE PRESSED BEFORE PRESSING THE DRINK START
BUTTON.
DOUBLE
An extra shot of espresso is added to the selected drink.
TALL
Extra milk will be used when pouring the selected drink.
HOT WATER
Hot water is poured.
HOT MILK
Hot milk is poured.
COLD MILK
Cold milk is poured.
7-11. DRINKS
THESE BUTTONS DETERMINE WHICH TYPE OF DRINK WILL BE POURED.
FOR COFFEE DRINKS, ONE SHOT OF ESPRESSO WILL BE USED.
CAFFE LATTE
Caffe latte is poured.
CAPPUCCINO
Cappuccino is poured.
AMERICANO
Americano is poured.
ESPRESSO
A single shot of espresso is poured.
ICED LATTE
A single shot of espresso and cold milk are poured.
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12. CLEAN BUTTON
AFTER PRESSING THE CLEAN BUTTON, THE CLEANING CYCLES WILL
BEGIN (FIRST THE MILK SYSTEM CLEAN, AND THEN THE SHUTDOWN
CLEAN). ONCE THE CLEANING CYCLE IS STARTED, IT CANNOT BE
STOPPED. SEE THE CLEANING CARD INCLUDED WITH THE MACHINE FOR
FULL CLEANING PROCEDURES.
CLEAN BUTTON
Press to begin the daily milk clean and shutdown clean cycles.
13-15. PROGRAMMING AND MENU NAVIGATION
FOR COMPLETE PROGRAMMING DIRECTIONS, SEE PAGE 13
PROGRAM BUTTON
Press 1 time for Cumulative Drink Statistics
Press 3 times to access main programming menu
UP ARROW
Scroll up in menu and submenu categories
DOWN ARROW
Scroll down in menu and submenu categories
16. STOP BUTTON
STOP BUTTON
Will clear drink selections or stop the pouring of a drink.
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1500i Elite Touch Pad
ON/OFF
39°
PROGRAM CLEAN
3
CONCORDIA
COFFEE SYSTEMS
OPTIONS
1
SELECT DRINK
2
SELECT DRINK
EXTRA SHOT LARGE CUP
4
CAFFE LATTE CAPPUCCINO AMERICANO ESPRESSO ICED LATTE
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HOT WATER HOT MILK COLD MILK
STOP
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1. CLEAN BUTTON
AFTER PRESSING THE CLEAN BUTTON, THE CLEANING CYCLES WILL
BEGIN (FIRST THE MILK SYSTEM CLEAN, AND THEN THE SHUTDOWN
CLEAN). ONCE THE CLEANING CYCLE IS STARTED, IT CANNOT BE
STOPPED. SEE THE CLEANING CARD INCLUDED WITH THE MACHINE FOR
FULL CLEANING PROCEDURES.
CLEAN BUTTON
Press to begin the daily milk clean and shutdown clean cycles.
2. PROGRAMMING AND MENU NAVIGATION
FOR COMPLETE PROGRAMMING DIRECTIONS, SEE PAGE 13
PROGRAM BUTTON
Press 1 time for Cumulative Drink Statistics
Press 3 times to access main programming menu
UP ARROW
Scroll up in menu and submenu categories
DOWN ARROW
Scroll down in menu and submenu categories
3. OPTIONS
DRINK OPTIONS ARE PRESSED BEFORE PRESSING THE DRINK START
BUTTON.
EXTRA SHOT
An extra shot of espresso is added to the selected drink.
LARGE CUP
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Extra milk will be used when pouring the selected drink.
4. DRINKS
THESE BUTTONS DETERMINE WHICH TYPE OF DRINK WILL BE POURED.
FOR COFFEE DRINKS, ONE SHOT OF ESPRESSO WILL BE USED.
CAFFE LATTE
Caffe latte is poured.
CAPPUCCINO
Cappuccino is poured.
AMERICANO
Americano is poured.
ESPRESSO
A single shot of espresso is poured.
ICED LATTE
A single shot of espresso and cold milk are poured.
5. MORE OPTIONS
DRINK OPTIONS ARE PRESSED BEFORE PRESSING THE DRINK START
BUTTON.
HOT WATER
Hot water is poured.
HOT MILK
Hot milk is poured.
COLD MILK
Cold milk is poured.
6. STOP BUTTON
STOP BUTTON
Will clear drink selections or stop the pouring of a drink.
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