Pre-Installation Specifications
Modbar AV 2 Group + Steam
Instructions for plumber, electrician, architect or designer,
outlining the specific requirements PRIOR TO
Prepare your site for the installation of three to four taps in the countertop surface,
three to four drip trays, and two modules on well-ventilated shelves or rack directly
below the taps.
INSTALLATION of the Modbar AV Espresso System.
Designer or Architect Specifications — Above Counter
• A dry, well-ventilated counter area, which is between 32" and 38" high, with a
depth of at least 20".
• An area to be provided near the machines for a grinder and working area.
To maintain a clean look, we recommend considering grinder placement
and location. Building a drop into the countertop between 4" and 8" can be
eective.
• 1 1/2" holes drilled through the countertop for each tap and appropriate holes
cut for each drip tray. Cuts should be made prior to the installation using the
Modbar AV layout template.
137mm / 5 3/8"
114.1mm
4 1/2"
186.5mm / 7 3/8"
center of tap hole to
center of drip tray
7/16" flange on drip tray
over cut hole
• Holes to fit the three tap mounting screws should be just large enough for an
M6 bolt to pass through.
• If installing multiple taps, leave a minimum of 13 3/4" between center holes on
adjacent taps.
• If installing scales, countertop surface thickness must be between 3/4" and 4".
356mm / 14"
317.5mm
12 1/2"
3 1/2"3"
190mm — 195mm
7 1/2" — 7 5/8"
recommended 3"
260mm — 270mm / 10 1/4" — 10 5/8"
BARISTA SIDE
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to edge of
countertop
Designer or Architect Specifications — Below Counter
• Cabinet space should have a depth of at least 20" and a width of at least 27" to
allow for clearance around and behind the modules.
• Shelves or a wire rack should be provided to support each module.
• Allow 1 sq foot within 5 feet of the module for external pump. (Included)
Water Specifications
Your filtration system should produce water
with the following properties:
T.D.S. 90—150ppm
TOTAL HARDNESS 70—100 ppm
TOTAL IRON 0—0.02ppm
FREE CHLORINE 0—0.05ppm
TOTAL CHLORINE 0—0.1ppm
PH 6.5—8
Module Dimensions & Specifications
MODULE WIDTH
(+CLEARANCE)
Espresso AV
17" (+11") 15" (+3") 8 1/2" (+6", or
DEPTH
(+CLEARANCE)
HEIGHT
(+CLEARANCE)
8" if installing
scales)
• We do not recommend installing cabinet doors in this space.
• Cafe owner should consider where filtration will go. Water filtration is required
for all coee equipment.
• The maximum distance a tap can be installed away from the module is 5’.
ALKALINITY 40—80ppm
CHLORIDE 0—30ppm
LINE PRESSURE 35—70 PSI
FLOW RATE 2 GPM/8 LPM
WEIGHT VOLTAGE RECEPTACLE WATTAG E
40 lbs 208-240V NEMA 6-20R 3200
Steam
17" (+11") 15" (+3") 8 1/2" (+6")
Required Module Clearance
3" min. clearance
left side
8" min. clearance
right side
6" min.
clearance
above, or 8"
if installing
scales
3" min.
clearance
behind
40 lbs 208-240V NEMA 6-20R 3600
150mm / 6"
75mm / 3"
3" clearance required if installed below another module
or shelf; 6" if installed directly below taps; 8" if installed
below integrated scales
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