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Service & Warranty Information

Revised: Sept 2002

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WARNING HOT LIQUID,
Scalding may occur.
Avoid splashing.

CAUTION: CAUTION:

CAUTION: Please use

CAUTION: CAUTION:
this setup procedure

this brewer. Failure to follow the
instructions can result in injury or

the voiding of the warranty.

is not rated for hot water.

before attempting to use

CAUTION: CAUTION:

CAUTION: DO NOT

CAUTION: CAUTION:
connect this brewer to
hot water. The inlet valve

Important Safeguards/Conventions

This appliance is designed for commercial use. Any servicing other than cleaning and maintenance should be performed by an
authorized Wilbur Curtis service center.

• Do NOT immerse the unit in water or any other liquid

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do NOT open top or rear panel. No user serviceable parts inside. Repair should

be done only by authorized service personnel.

• Keep hands and other items away from hot parts of unit during operation.

• Never clean with scouring powders, bleach or harsh implements.

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Important Notes/Cautions – from the factoryImportant Notes/Cautions – from the factory

Important Notes/Cautions – from the factory

Important Notes/Cautions – from the factoryImportant Notes/Cautions – from the factory

Sanitation RequirementsSanitation Requirements

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Following are the Factory Settings for your ALPHA™ G³
Coffee Brewing Systems:

Generally there will never be a reason to change your ADS programming. However, should you need to make slight adjustments to
meet your brewing needs, programming instructions are provided later in this manual.

Equipment to be installed to comply with applicable federal, state, or local plumbing/electrical codes having jurisdiction.

SETUP STEPSSETUP STEPS

SETUP STEPS

SETUP STEPSSETUP STEPS

The unit should be level (left to right and front to back), located on a solid counter top. Connect a water line from the water filter to the
brewer. NOTE: Some type of water filtration device must be used to maintain a trouble-free operation. (In areas with extremely hard
water, we suggest that a sedimentary and taste & odor filter be installed.) This will prolong the life of your brewing system and
enhance coffee quality.

1. A 3/8” NPT x 1/4” Flare elbow has been supplied for water line connection. Use tubing sized sufficiently to provide a minimum of

1.0 GPM.

2. Connect the unit to an appropriate electrical power circuit.

3. Turn on the toggle (STANDBY/ON) switch behind the unit. The heating tank will start to fill. When the water level in the tank rises
to the correct volume, the heating elements will energize automatically. With ADS Systems there is no danger of element burnout
caused by an empty tank.

4. The heating tank will require 20 to 30 minutes to reach operating temperature (200°F) as indicated by the READY-TO-BREW
indicator light.

5. Prior to brewing, dispense 12 ounces of hot water through the hot water faucet.

6. Brew a cycle of at least 12 ounces, to purge the water lines of any air that may be trapped after filling.

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System Requirements:

The National Sanitation Foundation requires the following water connection:

1. A quick disconnect or additional coiled tubing (at least 2x the depth of the unit) so that the machine can be moved
for cleaning underneath.

2. In some areas an approved backflow prevention device may be required between the brewer and water supply.

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1. Brewer should be ON (Confirm at rear toggle switch, then press ON/OFF button). Ready-to-Brew should be displayed.

2. Place empty decanter (not included with Alpha brewer) on warmer.

3. Place filter in brewcone.

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After connection to water and power; the rear toggle switch must be on. You will hear a beep sound, indicating power is available to the controller.

The control displays . Press ON/OFF button and the screen will display . After three seconds,

Water will fill the tank (approximately 2-3 minutes depending on water flow rate). When the proper level is reached
screen.

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During actual brew cycle
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level compensates for back to
back brewing in Delta 3 to allow for
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Energy Save Mode (Factory set Off)Energy Save Mode (Factory set Off)

Energy Save Mode (Factory set Off)

Energy Save Mode (Factory set Off)Energy Save Mode (Factory set Off)

Press  to Select,< to > ON or OFF,  to set. When enabled unit will automatically shut off 4 hours from last brew. This feature will save a considerable amount of
energy by not heating the tank during period of non-operation (tank temperature maintains at 140º F).

Brew Count OdomBrew Count Odom

Brew Count Odom

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Press  to display total brew cycles. Press

Freshness Timer (Factory set Disable)Freshness Timer (Factory set Disable)

Freshness Timer (Factory set Disable)

Freshness Timer (Factory set Disable)Freshness Timer (Factory set Disable)

Press  to Select, < to Off, or select > to set from 20 minutes to 120 minutes in 10 minute increments,  to set.

Brew Count Brew Count

Brew Count

Brew Count Brew Count

Press  to Select, Shows total gallons and total brew cycles on the unit. Press  for 5 seconds. Not resettable.

Cold Brew Lock . . . (Factory set Delta 3)Cold Brew Lock . . . (Factory set Delta 3)

Cold Brew Lock . . . (Factory set Delta 3)

Cold Brew Lock . . . (Factory set Delta 3)Cold Brew Lock . . . (Factory set Delta 3)

Press  to select, < or

The CBL feature allows the brewer to brew at three different temperature levels from the actual set point. The first setting is within 5 degrees of set point, next is within
15 degrees of set point, OFF is within 30 degrees of set point for the Ready to Brew message, however it will brew at any temperature. This feature will operate after
initialization to set temperature after the rear standby toggle switch is reset to ON.

Master ResetMaster Reset

Master Reset

Master ResetMaster Reset

Press  to display
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Brewer factory defaults are then reset.

Service Call (Phone number)Service Call (Phone number)

Service Call (Phone number)

Service Call (Phone number)Service Call (Phone number)

Press  to display number and change number or < to move place and EX to exit when complete This number will be displayed during a Heating system

SENSOR ERROR or during a WATER ERROR.

Access Code (Factory set 1-2-3-4)Access Code (Factory set 1-2-3-4)

Access Code (Factory set 1-2-3-4)

Access Code (Factory set 1-2-3-4)Access Code (Factory set 1-2-3-4)

Press  to display number and change number, (the number can be change 1 to 4) or

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BREW button (green) and then press and release

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ENTERING PROGRAM
MODE

ENTER CODE
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correspond to the buttons (see illustration below).
The default code set at the factory is 1-2-3-4. Then will be
displayed.

All programming selections are performed with the three center buttons.
The symbols below the buttons are:

Scroll LEFT
 SELECTION or ENTER to save new parameter

Scroll RIGHT

ExitExit

Exit Press  to select, exits program mode and returns unit to operation.

ExitExit

ON/OFFON/OFF

ON/OFF button (yellow).

ON/OFFON/OFF

PROGRAM MENUS

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PROGRAM MENUS

Brew Volume (Factory Set at 60 oz)Brew Volume (Factory Set at 60 oz)

Brew Volume (Factory Set at 60 oz)

Brew Volume (Factory Set at 60 oz)Brew Volume (Factory Set at 60 oz)

This is preset from the factory for use with the Curtis glass bowl. If programming is necessary, the following procedure must be
followed to ensure proper pot levels under all operating conditions.

Selecting
From Program Menus press > display will now show the next feature.
Brew by Brew by

Brew by

Brew by Brew by
starts running, when desired volume is reached press

Brew by Time.Brew by Time.

Brew by Time. Press  to Select to change the brew time. Display will now show the current time. By pressing < or > you can toggle

Brew by Time.Brew by Time.

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This feature allows up to 14 letters to be programmed for company name or regional name. Programming all blanks disables Banner Name. If programmed, Banner Name

is displayed every 5 sec. on and off.

Warmer Auto-Off (Factory set Disable)Warmer Auto-Off (Factory set Disable)

Warmer Auto-Off (Factory set Disable)

Warmer Auto-Off (Factory set Disable)Warmer Auto-Off (Factory set Disable)

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P-Maintenance

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Press  to Select, Set gallons brewed to indicate P-Maintenance. Press

Beeper On/OffBeeper On/Off

Beeper On/Off

Beeper On/OffBeeper On/Off

Press  to display ON or OFF. Pressing either

Model SelectModel Select

Model Select

Model SelectModel Select

Press  to select,
new model is selected.

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Exit

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1 WC-5450 COVER, TOP ALPHA 1DS, 3DSR & 3DSL
2 WC-2977 FITTING, SPRAYHEAD PLT’D
3 WC-38117 LABEL, CONTROL PANEL ALPHA 1GT
3A WC-39345 LABEL, CONTROL PANEL ALPHA 3GT
4 WC- 774 CONTROL BOARD, ALPHA DS 120/220 STD
5 WC- 102 SWITCH, TOGGLE SPST 25A 125/25OVAC RESISTIVE
5A WC- 103 SWITCH, TOGGLE DPST 25A 125/25OVAC RESISTIVE
6 WC-2401 ELBOW, 1/4 x 3/8 FLARE
7 WC- 826 VALVE, INLET 1.0 GPM 120V
7A WC- 856 VALVE, INLET 1.0 GPM 220V
8 WC- 889 VALVE, LIQUID DISPENSING LEFT 12OVAC 12W 12 IN WC HWR
8A WC- 860 VALVE, LIQUID DISPENSING LEFT 22OVAC 12W 12 IN WC HWR
9 WC-2936 SPRAYHEAD, RED .131 DIA
9A WC-2942 SPRAYHEAD, GREY .219 DIA
10 WC-1809 FAUCET, HOT WATER
11 WC-8556 HEAT SINK ASSEMBLY DV ALPHDS D5OOAP TCTD/PTTD
12 WC-5970 COVER, BACK CTR WRAP ALPHA DS
13 WC-3503 LEG, SCREW BUMPER (3/8”)
14 WC-8578 WARMER ASSY, 120V ALPHA DD/DS
14A WC-6218R KIT, WARMER ASSY, 220V
15 WC-3621 BREWCONE, 7 1/8” BLK
16 WC-5310 TUBING, 5/16 ID SILICONE GEN USE
17 WC-5851 LID, HEATING TANK
18 WC-5502-01 PROBE, WATER LEVEL CONTROL
19 WC-1438-101SENSOR, TEMPERATURE
20 WC-5231 COMPOUND, SILICONE 5 OZ TUBE
21 WC- 917 HEATING ELEMENT, 1450W 120V
21A WC- 922 HEATING ELEMENT, 220V 3500W
22 WC- 522 THERMOSTAT, RESET
23 WC-6266 HEATING TANK COMPLETE, 120V OR 220V
23A WC-6265 HEATING TANK COMPLETE, 120/220V (DUAL VOLTAGE)
23B WC-6267 HEATING TANK, COMPLETE, 220V
24 WC-3765 KIT, VALVE REPAIR (USE WITH WC-826, WATER INLET VALVE)
25 WC-3763 KIT, VALVE REPAIR (USE WITH WC-889, DUMP VALVE)
26 WC-8591 CAPACITOR, X2 USED ON ALL ADS (NOT SHOWN)
27 WC- 129 SWITCH, WARMER RED ALPHA 5GTSR & 5GTSL (NOT SHOWN)

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Alpha 1GT Model Shown, Other Models

Alpha 1GT Model Shown, Other ModelsAlpha 1GT Model Shown, Other Models

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WARRANTY We hereby certify that the products manufactured by the Wilbur Curtis Company, Inc., are, to thebest of our knowledge, free from all defects and faulty workmanship.

The following warranties and conditions are applicable:

• 90 Days for Labor and 1 Year Parts from Date of Purchase from Factory: This warranty covers all electrical parts, fittings and tubing.

• 40 Months or 40, 000 Pounds of Coffee on a set of Grinding Burrs. (ADS Grinders)

• 2 Years from Date of Purchase: This warranty covers electronic control boards and leaking or pitting of a stainless steel body of a Brewer or Urn.

• 90 Days from Date of Purchase: On replacement parts that have been installed on out of warranty equipment
All in-warranty service calls must have prior authorization from the manufacturer. For an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number, call the Technical Service Department at 1-800-995-0417. The Wilbur Curtis
Company will allow up to 100 miles, round trip, per in-warranty service call.

CONDITIONS & EXCEPTIONS

The warranty covers original equipment at time of purchase only. The Wilbur Curtis Company, Inc., assumes no responsibility for substitute replacement parts installed on Curtis equipment that have not been purchased
from the Wilbur Curtis Company. Inc The Wilbur Curtis Company will not accept any responsibility if the following conditions are not met. The warranty does not cover and is void under these circumstances:

1) Improper operation of equipment. The equipment must be used for its designed and intended purpose and function.

2) Improper installation of equipment. This equipment must be installed by a professional, certified technician and must comply with all local electrical, mechanical and plumbing codes.

3) Wilbur Curtis Company will not be responsible for the operation of equipment at other than the stated voltages on the serial plate.

4) Abuse or neglect (including failure to periodically clean or remove lime accumulations). Manufacturer is not responsible for variation in equipment operation due to excessive lime or local water

conditions.

5) Replacement of items subject to normal use and wear. This shall include, but is not limited to, light bulbs, shear disks, “0” rings, gaskets, canister assemblies. whipper chambers and plates, mixing

bowls, agitation assemblies and whipper propellers.

6) Any faults resulting from inadequate water supply. This includes, but is not limited to, excessive or low water pressure, and inadequate or fluctuating water flow rate.

7) All repairs and/or replacements are subject to our decision that the workmanship or parts were faulty and the defects showed up under normal use.

8) All labor shall be performed during regular working hours. Overtime charges are the responsibility of the owner.

9) Charges incurred by delays, waiting time, or operating restrictions that hinder the service technician’s ability to perform service is the responsibility of the owner of the equipment.

This includes institutional and correctional facilities.

10) All claims under this warranty must be submitted to the Wilbur Curtis Company Technical Service Department before return of the unit to the factory.

11) All equipment returned to us must be repackaged properly in the original carton. No units will be accepted if they are damaged in transit due to improper packaging.

12) Damaged in transit.

13) The resetting of safety thermostats and circuit breakers, programming and temperature adjustments are the responsibility of the equipment owner.

NO UNITS OR PARTS WILL BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION (RMA). RMA NUMBER MUST BE MARKED ON THE CARTON OR SHIPPING LABEL.

All in-warranty service calls must be performed by an authorized service center, where service is available. Call the factory for location near you.

WILBUR CURTIS CO., INC.

6913 Acco St., Montebello, CA 90640-5403 USA
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Technical Service Phone: [phone] (M-F 5:30A - 4:00P PST) E-Mail: [e-mail]
Web Site: www.wilburcurtis.com

FOR THE LATEST SPECIFICATION INFORMATION GO TO WWW.WILBURCURTIS.COM

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