Saeco GROUP 500-EXPRESSO PLUS, GROUP 500-EXPRESSO User Manual
Automatic beverage vending machine
Saeco Group 500 NEW
Model:
ESPRESSO
ESPRESSO PLUS
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
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MAIN PARTS
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1Brew group and coffee grinder
2Vending machine unit
3Sugar dispensing unit
4Electronic card
5Cup dispenser
6Coiner unit
7Tray socket
8Data plate
9Data plate showing the minimum and maximum water pressure
10Water mains connection
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION TO |
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THE MANUAL...................... |
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1.1 |
Foreword ............................................ |
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1.2 |
Symbols used .................................... |
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1.3 |
General instructions ........................... |
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1.4 |
Operator requirements ....................... |
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.7 |
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SAFETY STANDARDS............ |
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3.1 |
Foreword ............................................ |
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3.2 |
General safety rules ........................... |
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HANDLING AND STORAGE.. 9 |
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4.1 |
Handling and transport ....................... |
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4.2 |
Storage .............................................. |
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4.3 |
Packaging .......................................... |
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GENERAL TECHNICAL |
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DESCRIPTION ..................... |
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5.1 |
Permitted use .................................... |
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5.2 |
Models ............................................... |
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5.3 |
Basic operating concepts ................... |
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INSTALLATION.................... |
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6.1 |
Positioning ......................................... |
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6.2 |
Receipt .............................................. |
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6.3 |
Unpacking .......................................... |
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6.4 |
Water mains connection .................... |
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6.5 |
Electric mains connection .................. |
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6.6 |
Machine start-up ................................ |
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6.7 |
Installation ......................................... |
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6.7.1 |
Cleaning and filling of resin-based water |
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softener............................................ |
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6.7.2 |
Water circuit filling ............................. |
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6.7.3 |
Cleaning the parts in contact with |
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foodstuffs.......................................... |
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6.8 |
Product loading .................................. |
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6.8.1 |
Container loading ............................... |
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6.8.2 |
Label insertion ................................... |
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6.8.3 |
Cup loading ........................................ |
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6.8.4 |
Stirrer loading..................................... |
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6.8.5 |
Grounds bag insertion ........................ |
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6.8.6 |
Payment system installation .............. |
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PROGRAMMING................. |
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7.2 |
Description of functions ...................... |
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SERVICE .............................. |
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MAINTENANCE ................... |
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9.1 |
Cleaning and Loading ......................... |
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9.1.1 |
Daily cleaning .................................... |
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9.1.2 |
Weekly cleaning ................................ |
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9.1.3 |
Product loading .................................. |
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9.2 |
Maintenance ...................................... |
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9.2.1 |
Scheduledandunscheduledmaintenance.. 44 |
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9.2.2 |
Brew group maintenance .................... |
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9.3 |
Adjustments ...................................... |
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9.3.1 |
Dose and grinding adjustment ............ |
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9.4Resin regeneration (where the water
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softener is provided) ........................... |
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INACTIVITY ......................... |
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DISMANTLING .................... |
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- TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE |
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FOR THE MOST COMMON |
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FAILURES OR ERRORS ........ |
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1 - INTRODUCTION TO THE MANUAL
1.1 Foreword
Important
Warning
This symbol indicates dangerous situations for the users, supply operators and maintenance technicians dealing with either the vending machine or the product to be dispensed.
Important
This publication is an integral part of the vending machine and shall be read carefully in order to use it in a correct way. Complying with safety requirements is also essential.
This manual contains the technical information necessary to correctly carry out the procedures of operation, cleaning, installation and maintenance of the vending machine SG500NE. Always refer to this publication before carrying out any operation.
Manufacturer: SAECO International Group
Via Panigali, 39 - 40041 Gaggio Montano (BO).
This manual shall be kept with care and shall go with the machine throughout its operational life, also during changes of ownership.
If this manual should be lost or worn out, it is possible to require another copy to the Manufacturer or to an Authorized Service Centre. In this event, please indicate the data on the plate located on the rear part of the machine.
1.2Symbols used
A number of symbols are used in this manual to indicate dangerous situations that require various degrees of expertise.
The symbol is integrated with a message suggesting operating procedures or behaviours and providing useful information concerning the good operation of the vending machine.
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This symbol indicates operations that keep the machine in good working conditions, if properly carried out.
Recommended solutions
The symbol indicates the procedures that make the programming and/or maintenance operations quicker.
User
This symbol indicates the user of the vending machine. This person is not authorized to carry out any cleaning or maintenance operation.
Supply operator
It is used to indicate operations to be exclusively carried out by personnel in charge of the vending machine supply and cleaning.
Maintenance operations that require a maintenance technician are not to be performed by the supply operator.
Maintenance technician
It is used to indicate operations to be performed by specialized maintenance technicians only. He is the only person authorized to keep the KEY TO ACTIVATE THE SAFETY MICROSWITCH which allows disabling the security systems.
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Read
This symbol indicates that the user should read the instruction manual carefully before operating the machine.
1.3General instructions
Warning
Before using the vending machine, read this manual carefully. A good knowledge of the information and instructions contained in this document is essential to use correctly the vending machine and comply with safety requirements.
Warning
For no reason whatsoever shall the supply operator access those parts of the machine that are protected by guards requiring special instruments for their removal.
Some maintenance operations (to be carried out solely by specialised technicians) expressly require that certain safety devices are switched off.
Knowledge and absolute respect, from a technical point of view, of the safety standards and danger warnings contained in this manual, are fundamental for installing, using, servicing and maintaining the machine under conditions of minimum risk.
•The operator of the vending machine has only to carry out those operations he has been trained for, as far as it falls within his competence .
The user shall have a good knowledge of all operating mechanisms of the machine as far as it falls within his competence.
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•It is the buyer's responsibility to ascertain that the machine operators have been trained and informed of all the indications and specifications contained in the documentation supplied. Even so, the operator shall be aware of the potential risks that exist while operating the automatic vending machine.
•Operating reliability and the efficiency of the machine performance are guaranteed only if original spare parts are used.
•The user will be held entirely responsible for any modification he may apply to the machine. All the operations necessary in order to maintain the machine in good working order, before and during use, are to the charge of the operator.
•Tampering with or modifications made to the machine not previously authorized by the manufacturer, release the latter from any liability for damage deriving from, or referable to the above mentioned modifications.
•This manual reflects the state of the art of the automatic vending machine at the moment of the issue on the market; possible modifications, improvements or adjustments that are made to machines that are subsequently marketed, do not oblige the SAECO International Group either to intervene on the previously supplied machine or consider it and the relevant manual to be defective or inadequate.
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•However, the SAECO International Group is entitled, when it deems it expedient for valid reasons, to update the manuals already present on the market and send revised information sheets to their customers which shall be kept together with the original manual. Any technical problems that may arise can easily be solved by consulting this manual. For further information, contact the dealer where the machine was purchased, or one of the authorized service centres.
When calling, please, give the following information:
-the data registered on the Data plate located on the rear part of the v. m. (fig. 1)
Data Plate
fig. 1
-the version of program resident in the microprocessor - see the adhesive label on the component mounted on the C.P.U. board (ref. '1', fig. 2) or, if possible, the version of program shown on the machine display when button 2 is pressed on the CPU board to activate the 'Service' mode (fig. 41).
fig. 2
-the board code appearing on the welding side of the C.P.U. board.
Warning
It is absolutely forbidden to tamper with or modify the data plate.
The SAECO International Group declines all responsibility for injury caused to people or damage caused to things as a consequence of:
-incorrect installation
-inappropriate electrical and/or water connection
-inadequate cleaning and maintenance
-unauthorized modification
-improper use of the vending machine
-non-original spare parts
•In no event will the SAECO International Group be obliged to indemnify any damage caused as a result of the forced inactivity of the machine due to failure.
•Installation and maintenance operations shall exclusively be performed by qualified technicians.
•Use only specific foodstuffs for use in automatic vending machines.
•The automatic vending machine is not suitable for outside installation. The machine shall be installed in dry places, with temperatures not lower than 1°C and it shall not be installed in places where cleaning is done with water hoses (e.g. large kitchens …).
•If at the time of installation, the usage conditions are different from those established or are subject to change over time, please contact the manufacturer immediately before using the machine. Furthermore, always act in compliance with national or local standards.
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1.4Operator requirements
To guarantee the safety of the machine three operators with different skills are required:
User
Access to the inside of the machine is forbidden to the user.
Supply operator
The safekeeping of the access key to the inside of the machine is entrusted to the Supply operator by the Maintenance Technician. He has the task of supplying the products, external cleaning, activating and stopping the machine.
Warning
The Supply Operator is not authorized to carry out operations that are indicated as competency of the Maintenance technician in this publication.
Maintenance technician
The only person authorized to intervene and start the programming procedures, adjust, set up and upkeep the machine.
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2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Weight |
from 90 to 105 Kg |
Overall dimensions |
See fig. 3 |
fig. 3
Power consumption |
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Plate (fig.1) |
Power supply voltage |
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Data |
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Plate (fig.1) |
Electric voltage frequency |
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Data |
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Plate (fig.1) |
Power cord length |
1600 mm |
Water mains connection |
3/8 gas |
Water mains pressure |
from 1.5 to 8 |
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bars (fig.4) |
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Data plate showing the minimum and maximum water pressure
fig. 4
CUP DISPENSER
Suitable for cups with 70-71 mm dia.
BOILER HEATING ELEMENTS
Armoured type:
from 1000 Watts for coffee boiler
CONTAINER CAPACITY
Coffee beans |
Kg 4,0 |
Instant coffee |
Kg 0,6 |
Granular milk |
Kg 2,1 |
Chocolate |
Kg 4,3 |
Tea |
Kg 5,9 |
Soup |
Kg 5,5 |
Sugar |
Kg 4,2 |
Cups |
500 |
Stirrers |
500 |
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3 - SAFETY STANDARDS
3.1Foreword
In compliance with the Machine Directive 98/37/ EEC, Low Tension Directive 73/23/EEC and CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC, the SAECO International Group has drawn up a technical file on D.A. SG500NE vending machine at its plants, acknowledging during the design phase the rules indicated in the Declaration of Conformity included in the vending machine documentation.
3.2General safety rules
Warning
-Before using the vending machine, read this manual carefully.
-Installation and maintenance operations shall exclusively be performed by qualified technicians.
-For no reason whatsoever shall the operator access those parts of the machine that are protected by guards requiring special instruments for their removal.
-Good knowledge and absolute respect, from a technical point of view, of the safety standards and danger warnings contained in this manual, are fundamental for installing, using, servicing and maintaining the machine in conditions of minimum risk.
Always disconnect the POWER CABLE before maintenance or cleaning activities.
Do not, under no circumstances, intervene on the machine or remove safety guards before hot parts have cooled!
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-Operating reliability and the efficiency of the machine performance are guaranteed only if original spare parts are used.
-The automatic vending machine is not suitable for outside installation. The machine shall be installed in dry places, with temperatures not lower than 1°C and it shall not be installed in places where cleaning is done with water hoses (e.g. large kitchens…).
-In order to guarantee the performance of the machine, always keep the automatic vending machine in perfect cleaning conditions.
-The SAECO International Group declines all responsibility for injury caused to people or damage caused to things as a consequence of:
•incorrect installation
•inappropriate electrical and/or water connection
•inadequate cleaning and maintenance
•unauthorized modification
•improper use of the vending machine
•non-original spare parts
-Furthermore, always act in compliance with national or local standards.
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4 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
4.1 Handling and transport
(fig. 5)
fig. 5
The transport of the vending machine shall be carried out by skilled personnel.
The vending machine is delivered on a pallet; for handling purposes use a fork lift truck and move it slowly in order to avoid any possible overturning or dangerous oscillations.
Important
Avoid:
-lifting the vending machine with ropes or presses
-dragging the vending machine
-turning over or laying the vending machine down during transport
-jolting the vending machine
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With regard to the vending machine, avoid :
-bumping it
-overloading it with other packages
-exposing it to rain, cold weather or heat sources
-keeping it in damp places
4.2 Storage
In the event of storage, avoid any overlapping of several machines, keep them in a vertical position, in dry places with temperatures not lower than 1°C.
fig. 6
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4.3Packaging
The vending machine is protected by polystyrene angles and by a transparent polypropylene film (fig.6).
The automatic vending machine will be delivered packaged, assuring both a mechanical guard and protection against damage from any environmental agents.
Labels are applied on the packaging, indicating:
-handle with care
-do not turn upside-down
-protect from rain
-do not overlap
-protect from heat sources
-not shock resistant
-type of vending machine and serial number
Important
When the transport is over, the packaging shall be undamaged, which means it shall not:
-show any dent, sign of shocks, distortions or breakages to the external packaging
-show wet parts or signs that could lead to suppose that the packaging has been exposed to rain, freezing weather or heat
-show signs of tampering
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5 - GENERAL TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
5.1 Permitted use
The vending machine is to be used exclusively for the dispensing of beverages, prepared by mixing foodstuffs with water - by brewing for coffee).
For this purpose, use products that the manufacturer has declared suitable for the automatic distribution in open containers. Beverages are brewed in appropriate plastic cups automatically dispensed by the machine. The sugar stirrer is automatically dispensed.
The beverages shall be drunk immediately and under no circumstances shall they be kept for subsequent consumption.
5.2 Models
The following terminology is used so as to distinguish the various models of automatic vending machines:
SAECO GROUP 500N E :
version equipped with a plastic brew group, 4 instant products and 48 mm grinders.
SAECO GROUP 500N E PLUS:
version equipped with a plastic brew group, 4 instant products and 64 mm grinders.
5.3 Basic operating concepts
During normal functioning, the vending machine is in standby. By introducing the necessary amount, according to the preset price, and pressing the key relating to the desired beverage, a beverage dispensing cycle is activated. It can be divided in different processes:
CUP DISPENSING
•This is the first operation that the vending machine activates - except for 'without cup' dispensing selection.
•The motor that engages the nozzle support is actuated to retract the support and let the cup drop into the dispensing outlet.
•The motor inside the cup dispenser moves the scrolls in order to separate and let the cup fall into the special support fork inside the dispensing outlet.
Warning:
This manual refers to the top-of-the -range model: it is therefore possible to find descriptions or explanations not relating to the machine you have.
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SUGAR AND STIRRER DISPENSING |
INSTANT BEVERAGES |
Where provided for and required, a preset maximum dose of sugar is dispensed, with the possibility to stop the machine when the required dose has been reached.
Dispensing is divided in the following phases:
•the dragging motor of the channel is engaged and conveys the sugar into the cup.
•the gearmotor activates the sugar container screw, dispensing the desired quantity of product into the conveyor tube.
•the solenoid is activated, and the stirrer is directly dispensed into the cup through a special channel (fig.9).
This process takes place only after the dispensing of the cup, the sugar and the stirrer. According to the beverage selected and the model of the vending machine the following processes are enabled for the beverage brewing. model of the vending machine the following processes are enabled for the beverage brewing.
•If fitted, the motor mixer is engaged.
•The solenoid valve for instant products (ref. '1' fig.7), installed on the coffee boiler, is engaged and conveys the programmed quantity of water into the mixer. Then, the pump (ref. '2' fig. 7) is engaged and, controlled by a special electronic device (volumetric counter ref. '3' fig. 7), it dispenses the programmed quantity of water.
fig. 7
•The gearmotor of the instant product engages the screw container, dispensing the desired quantity of product into the mixer.
•Once the preset quantity of water and powder is dispensed, the mixer is disconnected.
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ESPRESSO COFFEE
This process takes place only after the dispensing of the cup, the sugar and the stirrer.
•the grinder (ref. 1 fig.8) is engaged and runs until the ground coffee dose set by the dosing unit (ref 2 fig.8) is reached.
fig.8
•the electromagnet of the dosing unit (ref. '3' fig.8) controls the door opening and the subsequent falling of the coffee into the brewing cup.
fig.9
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•controlled by the appropriate electronic device (volumetric counter - ref. '3' fig.7), the pump dispenses the preset quantity of water sucked from the coffee boiler.
fig.7
•the brew group gearmotor goes back to its rest position while the used coffee tablet is ejected.
According to the type of program set (see programming menu), the above procedure for the grinder and dosing unit engagement can take place in reverse.
•the group rotation gearmotor moves the group onto the brewing position and compresses the coffee tablet (fig.9).
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6 - INSTALLATION
6.1 Positioning 
The vending machine is not suitable for outside installation. It shall be installed in dry places, with temperatures not lower than 1°C. Furthermore it shall not be installed in places where cleaning is done with water hoses or where there is the danger of explosions or fires.
-If positioned near a wall, there shall be a minimum distance of at least 5 cm from the wall (fig. 10), so as to allow regular ventilation. Under no circumstances cover the vending machine with cloths or similar.
fig.10
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-Position the vending machine, checking the levelling by means of the adjustable feet already assembled on the machine (fig.11). Make sure that the vending machine does not have an inclination exceeding 2 degrees.
fig.11
The SAECO International Group declines all responsibility for inconveniences due to the failure in observing the above mentioned installation rules.
If installation takes place in safety evacuation corridors, make sure that the machine with the door open assure sufficient space for people to pass by (fig. 10).
In order to avoid the floor to get dirty as a result of accidental spillage of products, use, if necessary, a sufficiently wide protecting device to cover the operating area under the vending machine.
6.2Receipt 
Upon receipt of the automatic vending machine, it is necessary to check it has not suffered damage during transport. If damage of any kind is noticed, immediately place a claim with the forwarder.
An envelope is supplied with the vending machine, called 'CUSTOMER KIT', containing the objects shown in Fig. 12.
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-Instruction booklet.
-Powder tank plates and prices in euro.
-Pushbutton panel selection
labels.
-Instruction labels.
-Wiring and hydraulic diagram.
-Power cord.
-Safety micro key
(Maintenance technician). - Declaration of conformity.
fig.12
6.3Unpacking 
-Free the vending machine from the packaging, cutting the protective film in which it is wrapped, along one of the protection angles (fig.13).
fig.13
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-Remove the vending machine from the pallet, unscrewing the screws that secure it to the pallet (fig.14).
fig.14
-Remove the key from the beverage dispensing outlet (fig.15).
fig.15
Open the door of the vending machine and remove the adhesive tape from the components.
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-Remove the polystyrene fixing the product containers (fig. 16).
fig.16
Warning:
The packing material shall not be accessible to unauthorized people, as it is a potential source of danger. For the disposal please contact qualified companies.
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6.4 Water mains connection 
Before connecting the vending machine to the water mains, make sure the water:
-is drinking (if possible by means of test laboratory certification)
-has a pressure ranging between 1.5 bars and 8 bars, otherwise use a pump or a water pressure reducer accordingly
-if not already fitted, install a tap in an accessible position, so as to separate the equipment from the water mains, should it be necessary (fig.17).
-let some water flow out of the tap so that to eliminate possible traces of impurities and dirt (fig. 18).
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-connect the tap to the vending machine, using a copper or nylon pipe, suitable for foodstuffs and for the purpose of bearing the water supply pressure. should a flexible hose be used, it is necessary to assemble the reinforcement bearing inside, supplied with the machine.
-The connection provided for is a 3/8 gas-type fitting.
6.5Electric Mains connection
The vending machine is designed to operate with single phase voltage at 230 Volts and is protected by 8A rapid fuses.
We suggest checking the following:
-the mains voltage of 230 V shall not exceed a ± 6% fluctuation;
-the power supply must be suitable to the machine.
-a diversified protection system shall be connected
The machine shall be earthed in observance with operating safety rules in force.
For this reason, verify the system earth wire connection to ascertain that it is efficient and in compliance with national and European electric safety standards.
If necessary, have the system inspected by qualified personnel.
-The vending machine is provided with a power cord (fig. 19)
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