Necta Astro Installation, Operating And Maintenance Manual

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Installation, Operating And Maintenance Manual
INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
UK English
Astro Espresso
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DOC. NO. H 206U 00
EDITION 1 2002-10
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DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ
KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD
DECLARAÇÃO DE CONFORMIDADE
VERKLARING VAN OVEREENSTEMMING
INTYG OM ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSE
OVERENSSTEMMELSESERKLÆRING
YHDENMUKAISUUSTODISTUS
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89/392, 89/336, 73/23 CEE e successive modifiche ed integrazioni.
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392, 89/336, 73/23 EEC and further amendments and integrations.
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23 CEE et modifications/intégrations suivantes.
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89/336, 73/23 sowie den folgenden Änderungen/Ergänzungen entspricht.
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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:
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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 CASE OF FAILURE PAGE 2
TRANSPORT AND STORAGE PAGE 2
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 3
POWER CONSUMPTION PAGE 4
VARIABLE COMBINATION LOCK PAGE 5
ACCESSORIES PAGE 5
LOADING AND CLEANING PAGE 6
DOOR SWITCH PAGE 6
MAINTENANCE AND DISINFECTION PAGE 6
USING THE VENDING MACHINES PAGE 6
CONTROLS AND INFORMATION PAGE 6
LOADING CUPS PAGE 7
LOADING COFFEE PAGE 7
LOADING SUGAR AND INSTANT PRODUCTS PAGE 7
SANITISING THE FOODSTUFF
CIRCUITS AND THE MIXERS PAGE 7
CLEANING THE SUGAR DISPENSER PAGE 8
WEEKLY CLEANING OF THE COFFEE UNIT PAGE 8
REGENERATING THE SOFTENER UNIT PAGE 9
SUSPENDING FROM USE PAGE 9
INSTALLATION PAGE 10
DOOR SWITCH PAGE 10
UNPACKING THE VENDING MACHINE PAGE 10
INSERTING THE PRODUCT LABELS PAGE 10
CONNECTING THE MACHINE
TO THE WATER MAINS PAGE 11
CONNECTING TO THE POWER SUPPLY PAGE 11
INSTALLING THE PAYMENT SYSTEM PAGE 12
CLEANING THE SOFTENER RESINS PAGE 12
FILLING THE WATER SYSTEM PAGE 12
COFFEE UNIT OPERATION PAGE 13
COFFEE DISPENSING CYCLE PAGE 13
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
THE MACHINE SETTINGS PAGE 13
STANDARD SETTINGS PAGE 14
ADJUSTING THE BREWING CHAMBER VOLUME PAGE 14
ADJUSTING THE GRINDER PAGE 14
ADJUSTING THE COFFEE DOSE PAGE 14
ADJUSTING THE WATER TEMPERATURE PAGE 14
OPERATING MODES PAGE 15
USER INTERFACE PAGE 15
NORMAL OPERATING MODE PAGE 15
FILLER MENU PAGE 15
STATISTICS PAGE 16
PRINT PAGE 16
DISPLAY PAGE 16
DELETE STATISTICS PAGE 16
SELECTION PRICES PAGE 16
CHANGE TUBE CONTROL PAGE 16
DISPLAYING THE TEMPERATURE PAGE 16
TEST DISPENSING PAGE 16
GSM PRE-ALARMS PAGE 16
TECHNICIAN MENU PAGE 17
FAILURES PAGE 18
PROGRAMMING PARAMETERS PAGE 18
CASH PAGE 18
SELECTIONS PAGE 20
VENDING MACHINE PARAMETERS PAGE 21
DISPLAY PAGE 21
PRESELECTIONS PAGE 21
MISCELLANEOUS PAGE 22
STATISTICS PAGE 22
GENERAL COUNTER PAGE 22
DISPLAY PAGE 22
RESET PAGE 22
DISPLAYING COUNTERS PAGE 22
PRINT PAGE 22
TEST PAGE 22
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS PAGE 22
MISCELLANEOUS PAGE 23
MACHINE INFORMATION PAGE 23
INITIALISING PAGE 23
MAINTENANCE PAGE 24
INTRODUCTION PAGE 24
BREWING UNIT MAINTENANCE PAGE 24
CLEANING THE CUP DISPENSER PAGE 25
ANNUAL SANITISING PAGE 25
PRINTED BOARD FUNCTIONS
AND INDICATOR LIGHTS PAGE 26
ACTUATION BOARD PAGE 26
RELAY BOARD PAGE 27
BOILER CONTROL BOARD PAGE 27
CPU BOARD PAGE 27
CONFIGURING THE ELECTRONIC BOARDS PAGE 28
SOFTWARE UPDATE PAGE 28
PROGRAMMER PAGE 29
AUTOMATIC SETUP TRANSFER PAGE 29
TRANSFERRED DATA PAGE 29
CONFIGURING THE LANGUAGE PAGE 29
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS PAGE 30
WIRING DIAGRAM PAGE 58
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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 informa-
tion on installation safety, operating instructions and main-
tenance.
This manual is divided into three chapters.
The first chapter describes the loading and routine main-
tenance operations which are carried out in areas of the
machine accessible with simple use of the door key,
without using any other tools.
The second chapter contains the instructions for correct
installation and all information necessary for optimum use
of the machine.
The third chapter describes maintenance operations which
involve the use of tools to access potentially dangerous
areas.
The operations described in the second and third
sections must be carried out only by personnel who
have the specific knowledge of the machine function-
ing from a point of view of electrical safety and health
regulations.
IDENTIFICATION OF THE VENDING
MACHINE AND ITS CHARACTERISTICS
Every machine is identified by its own serial number,
indicated on the rating plate attached inside the cabinet on
the right side.
This plate is the only one acknowledged by the manufac-
turer as the identification of the apparatus, and carries all
the data which readily and safely give technical information
supplied by the manufacturer. It also assists in the spare
parts management.
IN CASE OF FAILURE
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 failures or malfunctions that cannot be
solved, then contact:
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 forks are to be placed underneath the
machine from the side clearly indicated by the symbol on
the cardboard package.
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.
Avoid stacking machines one on top of the other and always
keep it upright as indicated by the arrows on the packing.
Water mains characteristics
Absorbed power
Operating voltage
Model
Product code
Boiler data
Current
Frequency
Serial number
Type
Fig. 1
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POSITIONING THE VENDING MACHINE
The vending machine is not suitable for outdoor installation.
It must be installed in a dry room where the temperature is
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 inclina-
tion of 2°.
If necessary provide proper levelling by way of the adjust-
able feet included (see Figure 12).
WARNING FOR INSTALLATION
The machine installation and the following mainte-
nance 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 a system has sole responsibility for any
damage to the machine or to things and persons caused by
faulty installation.
The integrity of the vending machine and its conformity
with the rules and regulations in force for its relevant
systems must be checked by qualified personnel at
least once a year.
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 ob-
served. 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.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Height 1830 mm
Width 650 mm
Depth 760 mm
Overall depth with door open 1320 mm
Weight Kg
Fig. 2
Power supply voltage 230 V~
Frequency 50 Hz
Installed power 2400 W
CUP DISPENSER
Suitable for cups with a rim diameter of 70-71 mm. with a
capacity of approximately 900 cups;
PAYMENT SYSTEM
The machine is supplied with all electrical prearrangement
for systems with Executive, BDV and MDB protocol, as
well as for installation of 24 V validators.
Beside the coin mechanism housing, suitable space is
provided for the installation (optional) of the most widely
used payment systems.
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SALES PRICES
A different programmable price can be set for each
selection.
The standard setting has the same sales price for all
selections.
COIN BOX
Made of aluminized plate.
Cover and lock are available as accessories.
WATER SUPPLY
From the mains, with a pressure of 5 to 85 N/cm2.
The machine software is pre-set to control the water supply
from an internal tank (optional kit).
AVAILABLE ADJUSTMENTS
Espresso: volumetric adjustment for coffee,
grade of grinding, instant products and
water doses.
Instant: time adjustment for coffee, instant
products and water doses.
Temperature
Adjustable via software.
CONTROLS
- Presence of cups
- Presence of water
- Presence of coffee
- Coffee unit in position
- Liquid waste container empty
- Operating temperature reached
- Position of mobile dispensing spouts
SAFETY DEVICES
- Door switch
- Manual-reset boiler safety thermostats
- Air-break float jamming
- Overflow solenoid valve
- Float for full liquid waste container
- Boiler sensor short-circuit/failure control
- Timer protection for:
Pump
Coffee unit ratiomotor
Coffee dispensing
Coffee grinder
Cup column shift motor
- Overheating protection for:
Doser units
Coffee unit ratiomotor
Coffee release magnets
Pump
Electric mixers
Coffee grinder motor
- Fuse protection for:
Board power supply transformer and
Coin mechanism (primary and secondary)
CAPACITY OF CONTAINERS
Coffee beans 3.2 Kg.
Stirrers N. 550 Approx.
cups N. 600 Approx.
For instant products, according to the models, 3.5 or 11 litre
containers or two-compartment containers can be used.
The product quantity is indicated in the following table:
The effective quantity can vary from what is indicated, de-
pending on the density of the different products.
POWER CONSUMPTION
The machine power consumption depends on many fac-
tors, 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.
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VARIABLE COMBINATION LOCK
Some machine models are fitted with a variable combina-
tion lock.
The lock is supplied with two silver colour keys to be used
for normal opening and closing.
The lock can be customised by using a kit, available as
accessory, which permits changing of the lock combina-
tion.
This kit includes a change key (black) for the current lock
combination as well as change (gold) and use (silver) keys
for the new combination.
Sets of change and use keys with other combinations can
be supplied on request.
Additional sets of use keys (silver) may be requested,
indicating the combination stamped on the keys.
Generally, only the use key (silver) is used, while the
combination change keys (gold) can be kept as spares.
Do not use the change key for normal opening, as it may
damage the lock.
To change combination do as follows:
- insert the current change key (black) and rotate to the
change position (reference notch at 120°);
- remove the current change key and insert the change key
(gold) with the new combination;
- rotate to the close position (0°) and remove the change
key.
The lock will now have the new combination.
Keys with the old combination cannot be used for the
new combination.
ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories can be installed on the
machine to change its performance:
The various kits are supplied with their own installation
instructions, which must be strictly observed to ensure the
machine's safety.
Installation and the following testing operations, must
be carried out only by qualified personnel who have the
specific knowledge of the machine functioning from a
point of view of both electrical safety and health regu-
lations.
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CONTROLS AND INFORMATION
The machine operating condition must be between a
temperature of 2 to 32°C.
All user controls and information are conveniently located
on the external side of the door (see Figure 5).
The labels with the selection menu and instructions, sup-
plied with the machine, must be inserted at the time of
installation.
The Programming button, to access the machine func-
tions, and the mixer cleaning button are located iside the
machine, on the right-hand side of the coin mechanism
compartment.
NOISE LEVEL
The continuous, weighted equivalent acoustic pressure
level is below 70 dB.
1 - Space for payment systems
2 - Alphameric display (4x20)
3 - Jug facilities-free vend key
4 - Sugar dose selection
5 - Coin slot-return
6 - Operating instructions labels
7 - Coin return flap
8 - Dispensing compartment
9 - Lock
10 - Direct selection buttons as alternative to (11)
11 - Numeric buttons as alternative to (10)
DOOR SWITCH
When opening the door a special switch disconnects the
power from the machine electrical system to allow the
operations described below, regarding loading and routine
cleaning, in full safety.
All operations requiring the machine to be energized
with the door opened must be carried out EXCLU-
SIVELY by qualified personnel informed about the
specific risks of such situation.
MAINTENANCE AND DISINFECTION
According to current safety and health rules and regula-
tions, the operator of an automatic vending machine is
responsible for the hygiene of materials that come in
contact with foodstuff; therefore he must carry out mainte-
nance on the machine to prevent the 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 dam-
age resulting from failure to comply with the above or from
using strong or toxic chemical products.
Before starting any maintenance operations requiring
parts of the unit to be removed, the machine must
always be switched off.
USING THE VENDING MACHINES OF HOT
DRINKS IN OPEN CONTAINERS
(Ex.: plastic cups, ceramic cups, jugs)
The vending machines of drinks in open containers should
be used only to sell and dispense drinks obtained by:
- brewing products like coffee and tea;
- reconstituting instant and lyophilized products;
These products should be declared by the manufacturer as
"suitable for automatic vending" in open containers.
The dispensed products should be consumed immedi-
ately. They should never be preserved and/or packed
for later consumption.
Any other use is unsuitable and thus potentially dangerous.
Fig. 4
Chapter 1
LOADING AND CLEANING
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LOADING COFFEE
Lift the cover and fill the hopper with coffee, ensuring that
the shutter is fully open (see Fig. 6).
LOADING CUPS
When loading cups for the first time (i.e. with the cup
dispenser completely empty) do as follows:
- disconnect the electricity from the machine;
- rotate the shelf outwards, forcing the resistance of the
securing magnet;
- remove the cover of the cup container;
- fill the columns with cups, except the one aligned with the
dispensing opening;
- switch the machine on and the full column will be
positioned automatically over the dispensing opening;
- fill the empty column;
- release one or more cups with the special button and
replace the cover.
The cup dispenser shelf has a double swivel that improves
acees to the cup dispenser, especially when the machine
is installed in a bank of machines.
Fig. 6
1 - Cover
2 - Coffee hopper
3 - Shutter
Fig. 5
1 - Swivel shelf
2 - Swivel release lever
3 - Shelf positioning magnet
4 - Adjustable stirrer guide
5 - Cover
6 - Cup stacker
7 - Stirrer stacker
8 - Cup release button
LOADING SUGAR AND
INSTANT PRODUCTS
A self-adhesive label indicating the product is attached on
each container.
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.
SANITISING THE FOODSTUFF
CIRCUITS AND THE MIXERS
When installing the unit, 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 dis-
pensed products.
The parts to be cleaned are as follows:
- powder deposit drawers, mixer and instant drink dispens-
ing conduit;
- tubes and dispensing spouts;
- cup chute;
- dispensing compartment;
- remove the covers, the powder and the water funnels, the
feeders, the powder deposit drawers and the mixer wheels
from the mixers (see Figure 7);
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Fig. 9
CLEANING THE SUGAR DISPENSER
For models with sugar dispensed directly into the cup, the
sugar dispensing system must be cleaned periodically
using hot water (see figure 9) proceeding as follows:
- release the return spring;
- lift the flexible lever to free the pin;
- remove the pin and the dispensing spout;
- thoroughly rinse and dry;
- after cleaning, reinstall all parts in the reverse order.
1 - Sugar dispensing spout
2 - Pin
3 - Flexible lever
4 - Return spring
5 - Cup chute
6 - Cup chute release lever
7 - Chute positioning catch
- in order to remove the wheels, block the disk fitted on the
mixer shaft with a finger;
- wash all parts with detergent being sure that all visible
residue (following the dose recommended by the manu-
facturer), 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 chlorine-based deter-
gent;
- reinstall the feeders and the water funnels;
- reinstall the powder deposit drawers and the powder
funnels after thoroughly rinsing and drying them.
After reinstalling all parts the following is however
required:
- enter into "Filler menu" mode to clean the mixers (see
relevant paragraph) and add a few drops of the chlorine-
based detergent in the various funnels.
- After disinfection thoroughly rinse all components to
ensure that all residue of the detergent solution is re-
moved.
1 - Powder feeder
2 - Powder funnel
3 - Powder deposit drawer
4 - Water funnel
5 - Mixer feeder
6 - Mixer rotor
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
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.
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1 - From the tap
2 - To the drain
3 - Cap
4 - Softener unit
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REGENERATING THE SOFTENER UNIT
The ion-exchange resins, contained in the softener unit,
should be regenerated at least once a week or even more
frequently depending on the hardness of the water from the
mains used to supply the machine (see table below).
To regenerate the resins correctly do as follows:
- remove the softener unit from the cabinet and shake it
vigorously to eliminate any preferential paths which may
have formed;
- fill 1.5 Kg. of sodium chloride (ordinary salt);
- connect the side hose union to a tap and the middle rubber-
holder to a drain point; the direction of the water flow must
ABSOLUTELY
be the one shown in figure 10
- adjust the water flow in such a way as to completely
dissolve the salt in 20 litres water within 35 minutes;
- during the regeneration operation, ensure that the softener
unit is always full of water, bleeding any air which may
have entered;
- at the end of this operation ensure that outlet water is no
longer salted; it is advisable to check the hardness of the
water by means of appropriate chemical reagents.
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 dosing grinder by dispensing coffee
until the empty condition is indicated.
- completely empty the air-break and the instant product
boiler, loosening the clamp on the hose.
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Fig. 12
1 - Adjustable foot
Installation and the following maintenance operations should
be carried out with the machine switched on and therefore
by qualified personnel only, who are trained in the correct
use of the machine and informed about the specific risks of
such situation.
The machine should be installed in a dry room where
the temperature remains between 2° C and 32° C.
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.
DOOR SWITCH
When opening the door a special microswitch disconnects
the power from the machine electrical system.
To energize the system with the open door, simply insert
the special key into the slot (see Fig. 11).
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.
The door can be closed only after removing the key from the
door switch and lowering the machine top panel.
UNPACKING THE VENDING MACHINE
After removing the packing, check that the machine is not
damaged.
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 authorized areas
only, and all recyclable materials must be recovered by
specialised companies.
Important notice!!
The machine should be positioned with a maximum inclina-
tion of 2°.
If necessary provide proper levelling by way of the adjust-
able feet included (see Figure 12).
Chapter 2
INSTALLATION
Fig. 11
1 - Door switch
2 - Mains fuses
3 - Permanently live socket (230 V~ 2 A Max)
4 - Instant valves
5 - Mechanical counter
6 - RS232 serial port
7 - Mixer wash button
8 - Programming button
INSERTING THE PRODUCT LABELS
The labels indicating the available selections are supplied
with the machine and must be inserted into the special slots
at the time of installation, after removing the cover.
According to the model, some buttons may not be used
(refer to the selection dose table).
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OVERFLOW DEVICE
The water inlet solenoid valve (see Fig. 14) 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:
- disconnect the power from the machine;
- 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.14);
- open the tap and switch the machine on.
CONNECTING TO THE POWER SUPPLY
The vending machine is designed to operate under a single-
phase 230 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 electrical safety of the machine is ensured only when
it is correctly earthed according to the safety standards in
force.
This fundamental safety requirement must be duly
verified, and if in doubt the system must be carefully
tested by qualified technicians.
The power supply cable is of the type with a fixed plug. Any
replacement should be carried out by qualified personnel
only, using exclusively cables of the type HO5 RN - F or
HO5 V V-F or H07 RN-F with a section of 3x1-1.5 mm2.
Do not use adapters, multiple sockets and/or exten-
sions.
THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSI-
BILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY NON-COM-
PLIANCE WITH THE ABOVE MENTIONED PRECAU-
TIONS.
Fig. 14
1 - Water inlet fitting (3/4 gas)
2 - Water supply hose
3 - Overflow hose
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..
Run some water from the mains until it is clear and without
impurities.
Use a hose 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 fitting
(3/4" gas) of the water inlet solenoid valve (see Figure 14).
Fig. 13
1 - Label support
2 - Clamping tangs
3 - Fastening screws
4 - Product labels
It is good practice to install the water supply tap
outside the machine in an easily accessible position.
Fig. 15
1 - Lift cover
2 - Cable clamp
3 - Cable from the mains
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1 - From the water inlet solenoid valve
2 - To the air-break
3 - Cap
4 - Softener unit
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.
- Install the desired coin mechanism according to the
appropriate instructions and make sure that the relevant
parameters are programmed correctly.
- adjust the selector opening lever bracket to allow complete
opening of the selector;
- adjust the coin chute according to the type of coin
mechanism installed.
CLEANING THE SOFTENER RESINS (MOD-
ELS C ONLY)
Before filling the machine water system the resins con-
tained in the softener unit must be cleaned, operating as
follows:
- remove the hose connected to the air-break from the
softener unit fitting (see Fig.16);
- insert a new hose, provided with the machine, onto the now
free hose fitting and direct it towards a drain;
- switch the machine on;
- bleed air out of the softener unit by loosening the plug, wait
until it is full of water and tighten the plug, let a few litres
of water flow out until it is clear;
- re-insert the hose connected to the air-break.
Fig. 16
FILLING THE WATER SYSTEM
If the air-break device indicates the no-water condition for
more than 10 seconds after the machine has been switched
on, an installation cycle will automatically be started, and
namely:
- the display will show
"INSTALLATION"
for the entire duration of the cycle;
- the air-break and the instant product boiler are filled;
- (for espresso models only) the coffee solenoid valve is
opened so that air may be bled from the boiler and 800 cc.
of water filled.
N.B.: If there is no water flow from the mains during the
installation cycle, the machine will be blocked until the
water is resumed or the machine is switched off.
This operation must be carried out by hand, using the
special function from the "test" menu in "Technician" mode,
if the kit (optional) for water supply from an internal tank
is fitted or after any maintenance requiring the boiler to be
emptied but not the air-break.
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COFFEE UNIT OPERATION
COFFEE DISPENSING CYCLE
When selecting coffee, the grinder is started and will
continue until the coffee doser chamber is full (see Figure
17).
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. 18).
The ratiomotor handle engaged with the disk (2) located
outside of the unit rotates by 180°, making the brewing
chamber swing and lowering the upper piston (3) (see Fig.
18).
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 swing-
ing lever (6) lift the pistons and the coffee 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.
1 - Brewing chamber
2 - External disk
3 - Upper piston
4 - Lower piston
5 - Pre-brewing spring
6 - Swinging lever
Fig. 17
1 - Brewing chamber
2 - External disk
3 - Upper piston
4 - Lower piston
5 - Pre-brewing spring
6 - Swinging lever
Fig .18
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE MA-
CHINE 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 tempera-
ture are directly controlled by the microprocessor.
To adjust them it is therefore necessary to follow the
programming procedures.
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STANDARD SETTINGS
The vending machine is supplied with the following set-
tings:
- coffee temperature (at the spout) approx. 85-89°C;
- instant product temperature (at the spout) approx. 75°C;
The machine standard settings assign the same price,
expressed in number of basic coins, to all selections.
ADJUSTING THE BREWING
CHAMBER VOLUME
When the upper piston is correctly positioned, the coffee
unit can operate with coffee doses of 5.5 to 8.5 g.
To change the piston position (see Fig. 19) do as follows:
- remove the snap ring from its seat;
- place the piston in the proper adjusting notches:
.less deep notches for 5.5 to 7.5 g doses;
.deeper notches for 6.5 to 8.5 g doses.
Fig. 19
1 - Snap ring
2 - Upper piston
3 - Reference fins
ADJUSTING THE COFFEE DOSE
The dose adjusting lever can be positioned in one of the 6
reference notches bearing in mind that:
- the dose is increased by lifting the lever:
- the dose is reduced by lowering the lever:
- every notch changes the dose by approx. 0.25 g.
In addition, when the lever is fully rotated upwards, the
ratchet can be released from the groove in the dose
regulator (see Fig.20) and replaced into a different groove
to change the average dose setting to:
- low 6 g ± 0,5
- medium 7 g ± 0,5
- high 8 g ± 0,5
To take the dose it will be sufficient to remove the coffee
unit and use the special function from the “test” menu in
“Technician” mode (see relevant paragraph).
Important notice!!!
To refit the coffee unit, pay special attention to the
piston position. Reference notches on the external disk
and on the unit case should match (see Fig. 23).
ADJUSTING THE WATER TEMPERATURE
The boiler temperature is controlled by the software and can
be adjusted directly from the menu.
ADJUSTING THE GRINDER
When a variation in the grade of grinding is desired, turn the
relevant adjusting knob on the grinder (see Fig. 20) and
more specifically:
- turn the knob anticlockwise for coarser grinding;
- turn the knob clockwise for finer grinding.
For optimum results, it is good practice to vary the grade of
grinding with the coffee grinder motor running.
N.B.: After adjustment of the grade of grinding, at least
2 test selections must be performed in order to check
the new granulometry of the ground coffee:
the finer the grade of grinding the longer the time necessary
for dispensing the coffee and vice versa.
Fig. 20
1 - Coffee grinder
2 - Grinding adjusting knob
3 - Dose regulator
4 - Dose adjusting lever
5 - Reference notches
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Fig. 21
OPERATING MODES
Three different operating modes are provided for the ma-
chine; the buttons will have different functions according to
the machine operating mode.
The available operating modes are as follows:
FUNCTIONS
Normal mode coins accepted
products dispensed
Filler menu test dispensing
machine maintenance
Technician menu programming
different parameters
USER INTERFACE
The interaction between system and user occurs through
the following components:
- Liquid crystal display (LCD) 4 lines of 20 characters.
- Pulsantiera esterna a selezione diretta o, in alternativa,
con i tasti numerici che, in modalità "Caricatore" e
"Tecnico", assumono le seguenti funzioni (vedi fig. 21):
Scrolling keys “ ” and “ ” :
To move to the next or previous menu option.
Confirm key “ ”:
To go from a menu to a sub-menu, or to confirm the
information on the display.
Exit key “ ”:
To move back from a sub-menu to the higher level menu,
or used to cancel the current information on the display.
It is also used to go from “technician menu” mode to “filler
menu” mode and vice versa.
NORMAL OPERATING MODE
When switching the machine on, the message “Starting” is
displayed for a few seconds, after which the machine goes
into normal operating mode.
The displayed massages indicating the operation being
carried out are fixed, while the instructions requiring an
action from the user are blinking; the messages include the
following:
DISPLAY FUNCTION
Select drink Machine ready
Press key
Vending machine Machine out
out of service of service
Selected drink Processing the proc-
essed drink
Wait please
Drink ready Dispensing ended
Take drink correctly
FILLER MENU
When pressing once the programming button located on the
coin mechanism compartment, the machine goes into
“Filler menu” mode.
The first option of the “filler” menu is displayed, allowing the
following functions:
“Statistics” Data reading
“Prices” Changing the price for one
selection
“Tube control” Manual refilling and release
of change-giver tubes
“Boiler temperature" Displaying the boiler
temperature in degree C.
“Test” Complete selection
Dispensing water only
Dispensing powder only
Dispensing without accessories
Dispensing accessories only
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STATISTICS
Data on the machine operations is stored in both total
counters and relative counters, which can be reset without
losing total data.
PRINT
Connect an RS232 serial printer having a Baud rate of 9600,
8 data bit, no parity, 1 stop bit to the serial port located on
the push button board to print all of the statistics, and
namely:
Total
1 - counter by single selection;
2 - counter by time bands;
3 - discount counter;
4 - failure counter;
5 - coin mechanism data.
Relative
1 - counter by single selection;
2 - counter by time bands;
3 - discount counter;
4 - failure counter;
5 - coin mechanism data.
The printout will also contain the machine code, the date
and the software version.
To connect the printer, do as follows:
- press the confirm print button “ ” , displaying the message
“Confirm?”;
- connect the printer before confirming;
- press the confirm button “ ” again to start printing.
DISPLAY
When pressing the confirm button “ ” the data described in
the paragraph “Printing the statistics” is sequentially dis-
played.
DELETE STATISTICS
Statistics can be reset for relative counters globally (all
types of data) or selectively for:
- selections
- failures
- coin mechanism data
Press the confirm button “ ” , and the message “Confirm?”
starts blinking.
Press the confirm button “ ” , the message “Working” is
displayed for a few seconds and all statistics are reset.
SELECTION PRICES
This function is used to change the sales price for each
selection and for each time band (if programmed).
CHANGE TUBE CONTROL
By accessing the “Tube control” function the change tubes
can be filled or released manually.
Confirm refilling, and the display will indicate
“Credit: ——” which is the value of money available in
change the tubes; insert the desired coin into the selector
and the display will indicate the value of money available in
the change tubes.
When confirming releasing, it will be possible to decide
which tube to release. Each time the confirm button “ ”, is
pressed, a coin is ejected from the active tube.
DISPLAYING THE TEMPERATURE
With this function, it is possible to read, directly in °C, the
temperature of the coffee boiler and instant boiler.
TEST DISPENSING
For complete or partial dispensing tests each button (or
combination of buttons according to the models) is con-
trols its (see the dose selection table).
N.B. For espresso coffee based selections, only the
additions are dispensed with the partial dispensing of
powder and water; if a selection requires no addition
the message “Sel. disabled”, indicating a disabled
selection, will be displayed.
GSM PRE-ALARMS
The control software can sent a “running-out” signal via
GSM modem when a programmed number of pieces or
grams of powder for a certain product have been used up.
With this function the counters that control the pre-alarms
are reset.
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