Necta Colibri Espresso, Necta Colibri Instant Maintance Manual

INSTALLATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

DOC. NO. H 228U 00

EDITION 1 09-2003

USA English

Colibrì Espresso

SEMI-AUTOMATIC Instant

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DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ
KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD
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VERKLARING VAN OVEREENSTEMMING
INTYG OM ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSE
OVERENSSTEMMELSESERKLÆRING
YHDENMUKAISUUSTODISTUS

Dichiara che la macchina descritta nella targhetta di identificazione, è conforme alle disposizioni legislative delle direttive:
89/392, 89/336, 73/23 CEE e successive modifiche ed integrazioni.

Declares that the machine described in the identification plate conforms to the legislative directions of the directives: 89/
392, 89/336, 73/23 EEC and further amendments and integrations.

Déclare que l’appareil décrit dans la plaque signalétique satisfait aux prescriptions des directives: 89/392, 89/336, 73/
23 CEE et modifications/intégrations suivantes.

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89/336, 73/23 sowie den folgenden Änderungen/Ergänzungen entspricht.

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directivas: 89/392, 89/336, 73/23 CEE y modificaciones y integraciones sucesivas.

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89/392, 89/336 en 73/23 en de daaropvolgende wijzigingen en aanvullingen.

Intygar att maskinen som beskrivs på identifieringsskylten överensstämmer med lagstiftningsföreskrifterna i direktiven:
89/392, 89/336, 73/23 CEE och påföljande och kompletteringar.

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89/392, 89/336 og 73/23 EU og de senere ændringer og tillæg.

Forsikrer under eget ansvar at apparatet som beskrives i identifikasjonsplaten, er i overensstemmelse med vilkårene i
EU-direktivene 89/392, 89/336, 73/23 med endringer.

Vahvistaa, että arvokyltissä kuvattu laite vastaa EU-direktiivien 89/392, 89/336, 73/23 sekä niihin myöhemmin tehtyjen
muutosten määräyksiä.

Valbrembo, 03/05/2001

ANTONIO CAVO

C.E.O

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION PAGE 2

IDENTIFICATION OF THE VENDING MACHINE PAGE 2

IN THE EVENT OF FAILURES PAGE 2

TRANSPORT AND STORAGE PAGE 2

USING THE VENDING MACHINE PAGE 3

POSITIONING THE VENDING MACHINE PAGE 3

WARNING FOR INSTALLATION PAGE 3

PRECAUTIONS IN USING THE MACHINE PAGE 3

WARNING FOR SCRAPPING PAGE 3

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PAGE 4

POWER CONSUMPTION PAGE 5

ACCESSORIES PAGE 5

INSTALLATION PAGE 5

UNPACKING THE VENDING MACHINE PAGE 5

CONNECTION TO THE POWER SUPPLY PAGE 6

CONNECTION TO THE WATER MAINS PAGE 6

CONTROLS AND INFORMATION PAGE 7

NOISE LEVEL PAGE 7

DOOR SWITCH PAGE 8

INITIALISING PAGE 8

FILLING THE WATER SYSTEM PAGE 8

INSERTING THE LABELS PAGE 8

MAINTENANCE AND DISINFECTION PAGE 9

SANITISING THE MIXERS AND
FOODSTUFF CIRCUITS PAGE 9

WASHING THE MIXERS PAGE 10

LOADING PAGE 10

LOADING COFFEE PAGE 10

LOADING INSTANT PRODUCTS PAGE 10

CLEANING THE WATER SUPPLY TANK PAGE 10

CLEANING THE WASTE TRAYS PAGE 10

WEEKLY CLEANING OF COFFEE UNIT PAGE 11

SUSPENDING FROM USE PAGE 11

INSTALLING THE PAYMENT SYSTEM PAGE 11

COFFEE UNIT OPERATION PAGE 12

COFFEE DISPENSING CYCLE PAGE 12

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
THE MACHINE SETTINGS PAGE 12

STANDARD SETTINGS PAGE 13

ADJUSTING THE BREWING
CHAMBER VOLUME PAGE 13

ADJUSTING THE GRADE OF GRINDING PAGE 13

ADJUSTING THE COFFEE DOSE PAGE 13

OPERATING MODES PAGE 14

NORMAL OPERATING MODE PAGE 14

MAINTENANCE MODE PAGE 14

FILLING THE CHANGE TUBES PAGE 15

AUTOTEST PAGE 15

EMPTYING THE AIR-BREAK PAGE 15

DISPLAYING THE STATISTICS PAGE 15

PRINTING THE STATISTICS PAGE 16

RESETTING THE STATISTICS PAGE 16

GENERAL COUNTER PAGE 16

PROGRAMMING PAGE 16

DISPLAYING THE EXISTING FAILURES PAGE 17

PROGRAMMING THE WATER AND
POWDER DOSES PAGE 18

PROGRAMMING THE PRICES PAGE 18

PROGRAMMING THE PRICES AND
THE PUSH-BUTTON STATUS PAGE 18

PROGRAMMING THE BASIC COIN
AND THE DECIMAL POINT PAGE 18

PAYMENT SYSTEMS PAGE 18

PROGRAMMING THE VALIDATOR PAGE 19

PROGRAMMING THE MDB DATA PAGE 19

INITIALISING PAGE 20

SETTING THE MACHINE CODE PAGE 20

MACHINE CONFIGURATION PAGE 20

FAST CYCLES PAGE 21

SELECTION COUNTER PAGE 21

SETTING THE PROMOTIONAL MESSAGE PAGE 21

LANGUAGE SELECTION PAGE 21

WHIPPING TIME PAGE 21

PROGRAMMING ACCESS PASSWORD PAGE 21

SPECIAL SALES PAGE 21

SETTING THE CLOCK PAGE 21

AUTOMATIC WASH PAGE 21

SETTING THE TIME BAND PAGE 21

SETTING THE TIME BAND PRICES PAGE 21

CONSECUTIVE SELECTIONS PAGE 22

TEMPERATURE SETTING PAGE 22

DISPLAY PRE-SELECTIONS PAGE 22

DIRECT FUNCTIONS PAGE 22

INSTALLATION PAGE 22

RESETTING THE FAILURES PAGE 22

MAINTENANCE PAGE 22

INTRODUCTION PAGE 22

BREWER UNIT MAINTENANCE PAGE 23

REGENERATION OF THE SOFTENER UNIT PAGE 23

ANNUAL SANITISING PAGE 24

PRINTED BOARD FUNCTIONS
AND INDICATOR LAMPS PAGE 24

CONTROL BOARD PAGE 24

PUSH-BUTTON BOARD PAGE 25

HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS PAGE 26

MAINTENANCE MENU PAGE 27

PROGRAMMING MENU PAGE 31

WIRING DIAGRAMS PAGE 38

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IN THE EVENT OF FAILURES

In most cases, any technical problems are corrected by
small repair operations; however, before contacting the
manufacturer we recommend that this manual be read
carefully.
Should there be serious failures or malfunctions, contact
the following:

NECTA VENDING SOLUTIONS SpA
Via Roma 24
24030 Valbrembo
Italy - Tel. +39 - 035606111

TRANSPORT AND STORAGE

To prevent any damage, special care should be taken
when loading or unloading the vending machine.
The machine can be lifted by a motor-driven or manual fork
lift truck, and the blades are to be placed underneath the
machine.

Do not:

- overturn the vending machine;

- drag the vending machine with ropes or similar;

- lift the vending machine by its sides;

- lift the vending machine with slings or ropes;

- shake or jolt the vending machine and its packing.

The machine should be stored in a dry room where the
temperature remains between 0°C and 40°C.
Using the original packing, no more than 2 machines can
be stacked one on top of the other and must always kept
upright as indicated by the arrows on the packing.

INTRODUCTION

This technical documentation is part and parcel of the
vending machine and must always follow the machine
in case it is moved or transfer of ownership, so as to
allow consultation by different operators.

Before starting installation and using the machine, it is first
necessary to carefully read and understand the instruc­tions contained in this manual, as they offer important
information on installation safety, operating instructions
and maintenance.
The vending machines in the Colibrì range are designed
to meet a wide spectrum of user needs.

This manual describes all possible machine configu­rations and the related safety and maintenance in­structions.

Non-standard devices will be indicated as “optional”.

IDENTIFICATION OF THE VENDING
MACHINE AND ITS CHARACTERISTICS

Each machine is identified by its own serial number,
indicated on the rating plate attached inside the cabinet on
the right side.
This plate (see Figure below) is the only one acknowl­edged by the manufacturer and indicates all of the data
which readily and safely gives technical information
supplied by the manufacturer. It also assists in spare parts
management.

Water mains characteristics

Absorbed power

Operating voltage

Model

Product code

Boiler data

Current

Frequency

Serial
number

Type

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USING THE VENDING MACHINES FOR HOT
DRINKS IN OPEN CONTAINERS

(Ex.: plastic cups, ceramic cups, jugs)

Vending machines for drinks in open containers should be
used only to sell and dispense drinks obtained by:

- brewing products like coffee and tea;

- reconstituting instant and lyophilised products;

These products should be declared by the manufacturer
as “suitable for automatic vending” in open containers.

The dispensed products should be consumed imme­diately. They should never be preserved and/or packed
for later consumption.

Any other use is unsuitable and thus potentially danger­ous.

POSITIONING THE VENDING MACHINE

The vending machine is not suitable for outdoor installa­tion. It must be positioned in a dry room where the
temperature remains between 2°C and 32°C, and not
where water jets are used for cleaning (e.g. in large
kitchens, etc.).
The machine should be placed close to a wall, so that the
back panel is at a minimum distance of 4 cm from it and
correct ventilation may be ensured. The machine must
never be covered with cloth or the like.
The machine should be positioned with a maximum
inclination of 2°.
If necessary provide proper levelling by way of the
adjustable feet included.

Important notice!!

Access to the machine interior for maintenance and/or
repairs is via the back panel.
Therefore the machine is designed to be rotated, thus
allowing removal of the back panel.

Installation on the cabinet

The machine can be installed on a table or on any other
suitable stand (recommended height is 820).
If possible, it is advisable to use the special cabinet, which
can house the liquid waste tray, the water supply kit, the
payment system and, in the case of very hard water, the
softener unit.

WARNING FOR INSTALLATION

The machine installation and the following mainte­nance operations should be carried out by qualified
personnel only, who are trained in the correct use of
the machine according to the standards in force.

The machine is sold without payment system, therefore
the installer of such system has sole responsibility for any
damage to the machine or to things and persons caused
by faulty installation.

The integrity of the machine and compliance with the
standards of the relevant systems must be checked at
least once a year by qualified personnel.

All packing materials shall be disposed of in a manner
which is safe for the environment.

PRECAUTIONS IN USING THE MACHINE

The following precautions will assist in protecting the
environment:

- use biodegradable products only to clean the ma­chine;

- adequately dispose of all containers of the products
used for loading and cleaning the machine;

- switch the machine off during periods of inactivity,
thus achieving considerable energy savings.

WARNING FOR SCRAPPING

Whenever the machine is to be scrapped, the laws in force
regarding environment protection should be strictly ob­served. More specifically:

- ferrous and plastic materials and the like are to be
disposed of in authorized areas only;

- insulating materials should be recovered by qualified
companies.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS

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Height = 25.59"

Height with coffee hopper = 29.13"

Width = 16.14"

Depth = 19.29"

Overall depth with door open = 32.67"

Height of cabinet = 32.28"

Weight

Power supply voltage 120 V~

Power supply frequency 60 Hz

Installed power 1.300 W

PAYMENT SYSTEM

The machine is supplied with all prearrangement for a front
validator. Specific kits are provided for the installation of
payment systems with Executive, MDB or BDV protocol.
The machine can accommodate the “cashless” payment
system, while the “change-giver” payment system must
be installed in the special support cabinet (optional).

SALES PRICES

A different programmable price can be set for each single
selection; the standard setting has the same sales price
for all selections.

COIN BOX

Made of plastic with lock as optional accessory.

WATER SUPPLY

From the mains, with a water pressure of 5 to 85 N/cm2.
A self-contained water supply kit (tank + accessories) can
be installed in the support cabinet (optional).

AVAILABLE ADJUSTMENTS

- Grade of grinding for espresso coffee

- Coffee and water doses by volume

- Time adjustment for instant products

- Temperature via software (see “temperature setting”
in the programming menu)

CONTROLS

- Presence of water

- Presence of coffee

- Operating temperature reached

SAFETY DEVICES

- Door switch

- Presence of coffee waste container (Espresso
models only)

- Manual-reset boiler safety thermostat

- Air-break float jamming (only with water supply from
the mains)

- Overflow solenoid valve (only with water supply from
the mains)

- Timer protection for:

Pump
Coffee unit ratiomotor
Coffee grinder

- Overheating protection for:

Doser units
Coffee unit ratiomotor
Magnets
Pump
Mixers
Coffee grinder motor

- Fuse protection for:

Main electrical circuit
Board power supply transformer

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CAPACITY OF CONTAINERS

POWER CONSUMPTION

The machine power consumption depends on many fac­tors, such as the temperature and ventilation of the room
where it is installed, the inlet water and boiler temperature,
etc.
With an ambient temperature of 22° C the following power
consumption levels resulted:

The above power consumption calculated from average
data should only be taken as an indication.

ACCESSORIES

A wide range of accessories can be installed on the
machine to vary its performance:
The installation kits are supplied with their own installation
and test instructions, which must be strictly observed to
ensure the machine safety.

Important notice!!

The use of kits which are not approved by the manufac­turer of the vending machine does not guarantee compli­ance with safety standards, especially for energised
parts.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for the use of
non approved components.

Installation and the following testing operations must
be carried out exclusively by personnel who have a
specific knowledge of the machine functions from a
point of view of electrical safety and health regula­tions.

The machine installation and the following mainte­nance operations should be carried out by qualified
personnel only, who are trained in the correct use of
the machine and are aware of the specific risks of such
operations.

The machine must be installed in a dry room with
temperature between 2°C and 32°C.

To energize the system with the open door, simply insert
the special key into the slot (see Fig. 1).

INSTALLATION

The door can be closed only after removing the key.

At installation the hydraulic circuits and the parts in
contact with foodstuff should be fully sanitised to
remove any bacteria which might have formed during
storage.

UNPACKING THE VENDING MACHINE

After removing the packing, ensure that the machine is
intact.
If in doubt do not use the machine.

No packing elements (i.e. plastic bags, polystyrene
foam, nails, etc.) should be left within the reach of
children, as they are potentially dangerous.

Packing materials must be disposed of in authorised
containers and the recyclable ones must be recovered by
qualified companies.

Important notice!!

The machine should be positioned with a maximum
inclination of 2°.
If necessary provide proper levelling by way of the
adjustable feet included (see Fig. 2).

Fig. 1

1 - Door lock bolt
2 - Door lock
3 - Door switch

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Fig. 2

1 - Adjustable foot

CONNECTING THE MACHINE
TO THE POWER SUPPLY

The machine is designed to operate under a single-phase
120 V~ voltage and is protected by 15 A fuses.
Before making the connection, ensure that the rating
corresponds to that of the power grid, and more specifi­cally:

- the supply voltage rating must be within the range
recommended for the connection points;

- the main switch should be capable of withstanding the
peak load required, and at the same time ensure
proper omnipolar disconnection from the power grid
with an opening gap of the contacts of at least 3 mm.

The switch, the power outlet and the plug must be
located in an easily accessible position.

The power supply cable is of the type with a fixed plug. Any
replacement of the power supply cable (see Fig. 3) should
be made by qualified personnel only, using cables of the
type UL SJT 3x16 AWG.
The electrical safety of the machine is ensured only when
it is correctly earthed according to the safety standards
in force.

Fig. 3

1 - Lift-up cover
2 - Cable clamp
3 - Power supply cable

This fundamental safety requirement must be duly
verified, and if in doubt the system must be carefully
tested by qualified technicians.

Do not use adapters, multiple sockets and/or exten­sions.

Before switching the machine on, be sure it is correctly
connected to the water mains and the cut-off valve is open.

THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSI­BILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY NON-COM­PLIANCE WITH THE ABOVE MENTIONED SAFETY
RULES.

CONNECTING THE MACHINE
TO THE WATER MAINS

The machine must be connected to the drinking water
mains, taking into account law provisions in force in the
country where the machine is installed.
The water pressure must be 5 to 85 N/cm2 (0.5-8.5 bar).
Run some water from the mains until it is clear and without
impurities.
Use a hose (also available as a kit) capable of withstand­ing the water mains pressure and suitable for use with
foodstuff (min. inside diameter of 6 mm) to connect the
water supply to the union (3/4" gas) of the water inlet
solenoid valve (see Fig. 4).

Fig. 4

1 - Water inlet union (3/4" gas)
2 - Water supply hose
3 - Overflow hose

It is advisable to install the water supply tap outside
the machine in an easily accessible position.

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OVERFLOW DEVICE

The water inlet solenoid valve (see Fig. 4) is equipped with
an overflow device which mechanically stops the water
inlet if there is a malfunction in the solenoid valve or in the
boiler water level control device.
To restore normal operation, proceed as follows:

- drain the water contained in the overflow hose;

- shut off the water supply using the tap outside the
machine;

- loosen the nut which secures the solenoid valve
supply hose to relieve the water mains residual
pressure and then tighten again (see Fig. 4);

- open the tap and switch the machine on.

CONTROLS AND INFORMATION

The user controls and information are located on the
outside of the door (see Fig. 5).
The labels with the selection menu and the operating
instructions supplied with the machine must be inserted
at the time of installation, referring to the selection dose
table.
The Programming button, used to access the machine
functions, is located on the internal side of the push-button
board.
Press the button once to set the machine to “Maintenance”
mode;
press the Programming button twice to set the machine to
“Programming” mode.
Press selection buttons No. 3 and No. 6 in a short
sequence to automatically start filling the machine hy­draulic system.

NOISE LEVEL

The continuous, weighted equivalent acoustic pressure
level is below 70 dB.

Fig. 5

1 - Liquid waste tray
2 - Dispensing compartment
3 - Lock
4 - Spaces for product labels
5 - Alphanumeric display
6 - Selection buttons
7 - Prearrangement for front validator
8 - Prearrangement for “cashless” payment systems

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“Layout”

A number of Button/Selection combinations to choose
from is provided for each dose type model (the combina­tions available for each layout are indicated in the dose
selection table supplied with the machine).

“Tank”

Intended as water supply from a tank. This can be enabled
or disabled (water supply from the mains):

FILLING THE WATER SYSTEM

When the machine is switched on the conditions of air­break (full or empty), pump (electrical functioning and
water flow) and boiler (pressure) are checked.
If required by the conditions, the machine will automati­cally start an installation cycle, and namely:

- the message “Installation” will be shown on the
display for the entire duration of the cycle;

- the water mains solenoid valve is opened or the water
supply pump is started to fill the air-break;

- the milk solenoid valve is opened so that the air may
be bled from the boiler and 400 cc. of water filled.

N.B.: If there is no water flow from the mains during the
installation cycle, the machine will stop until water is
resumed or the machine is switched off.

IMPORTANT NOTICE!!!

If a considerable amount of air bubbles is formed in the
water system, for example during maintenance, it is
possible that an installation cycle is automatically started
when the machine is switched on.

Versions with internal tank

For models with an internal tank, when the machine is
first switched on, the installation procedure MUST BE
carried out manually (see relevant chapter).

INSERTING THE PRODUCT LABELS

The menu and instruction labels are supplied with the
machine and must be inserted at the time of installation
according to the layout and to the language (see “selection
dose” table).

DOOR SWITCH

When opening the door a special microswitch disconnects
the power from the machine electrical system.

With the door open, there is no access to energised
parts. Inside the machine, the only parts that stay
energised are those protected by covers and carrying
a plate with the warning “Disconnect the power before
removing the protective cover”.

Before removing such covers disconnect the machine
from the power grid.

To energize the system with the open door, simply insert
the special key into the slot (see Fig. 6).

Fig. 6

1 - Door lock bolt
2 - Door lock
3 - Door switch

All operations requiring the machine to be energized
with the door open should be carried out with the door
switch key inserted, and therefore by qualified per­sonnel informed about the specific risks of such
situation.

INITIALISING

The machine was designed for different market needs.
The software is capable of managing all possible configu­rations.

For this reason, before starting the machine, some
parameters must be set.

“Model”

Defining whether the machine is Espresso or Instant.

“Country”

Intended as type of basic doses for the different selections
(e.g. strong coffee IT = 40 cc - strong coffee FR = 60 cc).
The available “Countries” are:
It - Fr - Es - Uk

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MAINTENANCE AND DISINFECTION

According to current safety and health rules and regula­tions, the operator of an automatic vending machine is
responsible for the hygiene and the maintenance of the
foodstuff circuits, to prevent formation of bacteria.

At installation the hydraulic circuits and the parts in
contact with foodstuff should be fully sanitised to
remove any bacteria which might have formed during
storage.

It is advisable that specific sanitising agents (such as
chlorine-based detergents or similar) are used for clean­ing also the surfaces which are not directly in contact with
foodstuff.
Some parts of the machine can be damaged by strong
detergents.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any dam­age to persons caused by non-compliance with current
health regulations.

Before starting any maintenance operations requiring
parts of the unit to be removed, the machine must
always be switched off.

SANITISING THE MIXERS AND
THE FOODSTUFF CIRCUITS

When installing the machine, and then at least once a week
or even more frequently according to the use of the
machine and the quality of the inlet water, the mixers and
the dispensing conduits must be thoroughly sanitised
(cleaned and disinfected), to guarantee proper hygiene of
the dispensed products.
The parts to be cleaned are as follows:

- powder deposit drawers, mixer and instant drink
dispensing conduit;

- coffee dispensing spout;

- sugar chute;

- dispensing compartment;

- remove the powder and the water funnels, the feed­ers, the powder deposit drawers and the mixer
wheels from the mixers (see Fig. 7);

- in order to remove the impellers, block the disk fitted
on the mixer shaft with a finger (see Fig. 8);

- wash all parts with detergent being sure that all
visible residue and product layers are mechanically
removed, using a brush if necessary;

Disinfection should be carried out using chlorine-based
detergents.

- soak all components for approx. 20 minutes in a
container filled with the previously prepared chlorine­based detergent;

- reinstall the feeders and the water funnels;

- reinstall the powder deposit drawers and the powder
funnels after thoroughly drying them.

After reinstalling all parts the following is however
required:

- add a few drops of the chlorine-based detergent in the
mixer;

- using the mixer cleaning function with the door
closed, thoroughly rinse all components to ensure
that all residue of the detergent solution is removed.

Fig. 7

1 - Powder feeder
2 - Powder funnel
3 - Powder deposit drawer
4 - Water funnel
5 - Feeder
6 - Mixer impeller

Fig. 8

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MIXER CLEANING

The mixer must cleaned daily and every time the machine
is refilled to prevent clogging of the mixer if any product
is accidentally spilled during refilling.
It must be cleaned also after the mixer sanitising opera­tions, as described in the relevant chapter.
The mixer is cleaned with the door closed, doing as
follows:

- press button 8 for 2 seconds
The display will show the request to enter the pass­word;

- press in a quick succession buttons 4 4 8 8 to start
cleaning.

LOADING

LOADING COFFEE

The cover can be opened only with the door open.
Lift the cover and fill the hopper with coffee, ensuring that
the shutter is fully open (see Fig. 9).

Fig. 9

1 - Coffee hopper shutter
2 - Coffee hopper
3 - Milk container
4 - French vanilla container
5 - Powder chute
6 - Powder feeder

Fig. 10

1 - Coffee waste tray
2 - Dispensing compartment drip tray

LOADING INSTANT PRODUCTS

The covers can be opened only with the door open.
After lifting their cover, fill the single containers with the
appropriate products, taking care not to compress them
to prevent packing. Make sure the products do not contain
any clots.

CLEANING THE WATER SUPPLY TANK

(OPTIONAL)

For machines equipped with a water tank inside the
support cabinet, such tank must be sanitised at least once
a week with the chlorine-based detergent used for the
mixers.

CLEANING THE WASTE TRAYS

The waste trays can be easily removed even with the door
closed (see Fig. 10) permitting quick emptying and clean­ing.

The coffee container capacity is greater than that of the
waste tray (if the support cabinet is not used).
The machine control software indicates on the display that
the maximum number of coffee selections has been
reached with the message “Waste tray full”.
After a few further selections the machine will lock.
The waste tray must be emptied without switching the
machine off, to allow the software to detect the operation.

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With the coffee waste tray removed, the machine is still
available for instant drink selections but indicating the
message “Insert waste tray” on the display.
The selection counters are reset with the door closed,
doing as follows:

- press button 8 for 2 seconds
The display will show the request to enter the pass­word;

- press in a quick succession buttons 4231 to reset the
counters.

WEEKLY CLEANING OF THE COFFEE UNIT

Every time coffee is refilled, or at least once a week, any
powder residue should be removed from the external parts
of the coffee unit, particularly from the coffee funnel area
(see Fig. 15).

SUSPENDING FROM USE

If for any reason the machine is switched off for a period
exceeding the use-by date of the products, the following
will be necessary:

- completely empty the containers and thoroughly wash
them with the chlorine-based detergents used to
clean the mixers;

- completely empty the coffee doser unit by dispensing
coffee until the empty condition is indicated.

- completely empty the water system.

INSTALLING THE PAYMENT SYSTEM

The machine is sold without payment system, there­fore the installer of such a system is responsible for
any damage to the machine or to things and persons
caused by faulty installation.

The machine is electrically pre-set for the installation
of MDB payment systems, and namely:

- coin acceptor or “validator”

- change-giver coin mechanisms or “changer”

- bill accepter or “bill validator”

- key / magnetic card reader or “cashless”

that can be used in various combinations.

Compatibility for housing the payment systems must
be ascertained by and under the sole responsibility of
the installer.

When switched on, the machine goes through a control
routine to determine which payment systems are actually
installed and therefore configure the correct system.

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COFFEE UNIT OPERATION

COFFEE DISPENSING CYCLE

After each time the machine is switched on, upon the first
espresso coffee based selection, the coffee unit is rotated
completely before the normal cycle, too ensure that the
device is in the correct start position.
When selecting coffee, the grinder is started and will
continue until the coffee doser chamber is full (see Fig.

14).
When the doser unit is full, the ground coffee dose is
released into the coffee unit.
The coffee falls into the vertical brewing chamber (1) (see
Fig. 11).

The ratiomotor handle engaged with the disk (2) located
outside of the assembly rotates by 180°, making the
brewing chamber swing and lowering the upper piston (3).
Due to the water pressure, the pre-brewing spring (5)
sinks and the lower piston (4) goes down 4 mm, thus
forming a water cushion which allows an even use of the
coffee dose.
At the end of the dispensing cycle and during a pause of
3 seconds, the pre-brewing spring (5) will discharge the
water through the third way of the dispensing solenoid
valve, lightly pressing the used coffee dose.
By completing its rotation, the ratiomotor makes the
swinging lever (6) lift the pistons and the tea dose.
At the same time, when the brewing chamber returns to
its vertical position, the scraper on the coffee hopper stops
the used coffee dose and drops it.
The lower piston now returns to the bottom dead centre.

Fig. 11

1 - Brewing chamber
2 - External disk
3 - Upper piston
4 - Lower piston
5 - Pre-brewing spring
6 - Swinging lever

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
THE MACHINE SETTINGS

To get the best results from the product used, the following
should be checked:

For coffee

That the used coffee dose is lightly compressed and

damp.

The grade of grinding of ground coffee.

The dose weight of ground coffee.

The dispensing temperature.

The water dose.

For instant products

The dose weight of the instant products.

The drink temperature.

The water dose.

Should the standard settings need to be changed, proceed
as indicated in the next sections of this manual.
The weight of instant products, the water dose and
temperature are directly controlled by the microproces­sor.
To adjust them it is therefore necessary to follow the
programming procedures.

Fig. 12

1 - Brewing chamber
2 - External disk
3 - Upper piston
4 - Lower piston
5 - Pre-brewing spring
6 - Swinging lever