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- Page 1 Manual coffee machines For Models: Fracino Heavenly, Cherub, Classico & Little Gem Fracino Bambino, Contempo & Romano Fracino Retro “World class espresso coffee machines”...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Overview - All Overview - Retro (a) Legend (a) Legend (b) Gas & LPG Model Specific Gas Machines Heavenly, Cherub, Bambino, Classico & Little Gem Contempo & Romano 7. Water Filter 11. Start Up/Daily Procedure 12. Gas & LPG Start Up/Daily (a) Inserting Water Filter. - Page 3 8) It is your responsibility to have a boiler test certificate carried out annually. This is a requirement of the HSE under the PSSR Act of 2000. Contact Fracino or an authorised service agent for further information or to have your boiler tested.
- Page 4 Machine Overview 21 22 23 Legend Right Hand Mains On/Off Steam/Water Tube Steam Tube Group Exhaust Group Switch Safety Clip Left Hand Hot Water Inner Drip Espresso Drip Tray Group Tray Tube Tray Sight Glass for L/H Steam Hot Water Steam Tube Boiler Drain Boiler Water...
- Page 5 Retro Overview Legend Mains On/Off Steam/Water Tube R/H Steam Tube Steam Pressure Switch Safety Clip Group Gauge Main Gas Control Valve Including Boiler Gas Burner Hot Water Main Gas Flame Failure Sight Hole Tube Isolator Drain Safety Device L/H Steam Water Filling L/H Steam Sight Glass...
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Page 6: Heavenly, Cherub, Classico & Little Gem
Heavenly, Cherub, Classico & Little Gem Expansion Valve Safety Valve Boiler Max Voltage Power rating Current Rating Model Boiler Capacity Set Pressure Set Pressure Working Pres. 230Vac 50Hz 2.85kW HEA1, CHE1 13Amp 12Bar 1.6 - 1.8Bar 1.3Bar CLAS1 230Vac 50Hz 2.7kW... -
Page 7: Water Filter
For machines fitted with a removable water tank a water filter is supplied with the water filter machine - this must be used to soften water. It is recommended that only Fracino approved filters are used. Follow the instructions supplied with the filter, press filter adapter to the water filter then gently push the filter on to the fitting on the bottom of the tank. -
Page 8: Start Up/Daily Procedure
An amber light will illuminate and the machine will start to fill the boiler with water from the water tank. Note: For Heavenly, Cherub, and Classico models only: When the water level reaches the probe in the boiler it will stop filling and the amber light will go off. There is a time out feature in the electronics to protect the element which may stop the boiler filling before it is full. - Page 9 Open the steam valve by turning the black handle anti-clockwise. Wait for steam to vent from the steam tube (which will take between approximately three and four minutes). Then close the steam valve by turning the black handle clockwise until it stops. Warning: Do not over-tighten or you will damage the seals.
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Page 10: Bambino, Contempo & Romano
Bambino, Contempo & Romano Refer to the supplied Fracino Installation manual for detailed installation instructions and technical specifications... -
Page 11: A Turning The Machine On
Warning: If the gauge reads above 1.5Bar, turn the machine off and isolate the mains electrical and water supply, contact Fracino or a suitably trained engineer to inspect, repair and test the machine. - Page 12 Gas Machines Start Up/Daily Procedure (excluding Retro) Warning: Ensure whoever is operating the appliance is fully conversant with its operation Warnings and aware of dangers involved in incorrect operation and cleaning, especially the dangers of burns or scalds from hot water, steam and from hot surfaces of working area. Warning: Fully isolate the gas supply at the gas bottle when the machine is not in use.
- Page 13 To ignite the burner turn the main gas regulator/isolation valve on. Press the silver gas flow control valve button in and hold. Press the black electronic ignitor button until a blue flame appears. This can be viewed through round hole in front panel. Keep the silver gas flow button depressed for 20 seconds to allow thermocouple to reach temperature then release slowly.
- Page 14 Technical data Gas operating pressure at appliance test point Operating Pressure Heat Input 2 Group Butane G30 28mbar/11.2” WG 5.0 kW Propane G31 37mbar/14.8” WG 5.0 kW Injector sizes Injector Size 1 Group Injector Size 2 Group Butane G30 0.7mm 57 (1.1mm) Propane G31 0.7mm...
- Page 15 Retro - Gas Start Up/Daily Procedure Warnings Warning: Ensure whoever is operating the appliance is fully conversant with its operation and aware of dangers involved in incorrect operation and cleaning, especially the dangers of burns or scalds from hot water, steam and from hot surfaces of working area. Warning: Fully isolate the gas supply at the gas bottle when the machine is not in use.
- Page 16 To ignite the burner turn the main gas regulator/isolation valve on. Press the silver gas flow control valve button in and hold Press the black electronic ignition button until a blue flame appears This can be viewed through the round hole in the front panel. Keep the gas flow button depressed for 20seconds to allow the thermocouple to reach temperature then release slowly.
- Page 17 Technical data Gas operating pressure at appliance test point Operating Pressure Heat Input 2 Group 28mbar/11.2” WG 5.0 kW Butane G30 37mbar/14.8” WG 5.0 kW Propane G31 Injector sizes Injector Size 1 Group Injector Size 2 Group Butane G30 0.7mm 57 (1.1mm) Propane G31 0.7mm...
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Page 18: Making Coffee & Programming Coffee Measures
Making Coffee & Programming Coffee Measures Loading the filter holder and making coffee Put ground coffee into the filter holder. One shot of coffee for single, two shots for double. Each machine comes with filter holders which have interchangeable filters (single, double and blank) which clip inside the holder. - Page 19 Press the button to start the coffee flow as shown below. Once the coffee flow stops any excess pressure that is left in the filter holder is discharged through the exhaust valve below the group. Remove the filter holder from the group, empty used coffee grounds into drawer or receptacle and place empty filter holder back in the group to keep it warm.
- Page 20 Electronic programming coffee measures Machines with two or more groups are programmed on the left hand group/touch pad. When the process is completed the settings will be stored for all groups. Any groups to the right can be programmed independently by following the same procedure. Put one shot of coffee into a single filter holder and fit the holder into the left hand group as shown at the start of this section.
- Page 21 5 seconds Press the single espresso button within 5 seconds and allow the coffee to fill the cup to the required level. Press the button again to stop and store the setting. Note: If the button is not pressed within 30 seconds the machine will revert back to the previous settings and you will need to repeat the programming again.
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Page 22: Retro Making Coffee
By their nature lever machines can be dangerous if used incorretly ensure you have read and understood all instructions before using the machine, if in doubt contact Fracino for advice. Remove the filter holder from the group. Pull the lever down until it reaches the stop at the bottom. - Page 23 Making coffee Place a warm filter holder with coffee into the group and lock in to position (see making coffee section). Place a warm cup under the filter. Pull the group handle down firmly, until it locks. Wait a few seconds, or until coffee starts to flow from the filter holder beak Gently push the group handle back slightly to unlock from the lower position, let the handle go, handle will then return slowly to the upright positionextracting a single espresso shot.
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Page 24: (B) Making Coffee
Romano Making Coffee Programming coffee measures/ information control Machines with two or more groups are programmed on the left hand group/touch pad. When the process is completed the settings will be stored for all groups. Put one shot of coffee into a single filter holder and fit the holder into the left hand group as shown at the start of this section. -
Page 25: (B) Drink Counter
programming espresso Press the button you wish to set i.e. Espresso. The LED for this button will illuminate with the star button and the group will dispense coffee into the cup/mug. The display will read “PROGRAMMING ESPRESSO”. When the required volume is reached you must press any button on the left hand key pad to stop the flow. - Page 26 Scroll Up Scroll Down Press the espresso button to scroll up through the buttons and the cappuccino button to scroll down. Cumulative Total “CUMULATIVE TOTAL” will be displayed for each button on the LCD display. If you press each button individually it will show the number of drinks for each individual button on each group.
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Page 27: Romano & Automatic Machine Troubleshooting
The technician will then reset the counter. Re-setting the counter can be done by pressing the double ristretto and double normale/lungo buttons simultaneously. The display will read “RESET H2O FILTER COUNTER…WAIT”. “SELECT DRINK FRACINO”. The display will return to... - Page 28 Failure to ensure the water supply is on will damage the high pressure pump fitted inside the machine and render the warranty on the pump invalid. If the water supply is on and the machine will not reset call your local service agent or Fracino. The flow Alarm Flow Meter...
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Page 29: Steaming & Frothing Milk
Steaming & Frothing Milk Steaming/frothing technique Fill 1/3 of a jug with fresh cold milk. Then insert the steam tube into the milk with the nozzle below the surface of milk. Fully open the steam valve. Place the steam tube to the front of the jug to help the milk circulate and froth. - Page 30 Open the steam valve to clear any remaining milk from the tube/nozzle. Periodically remove the nozzle and clean with warm water ensuring the holes are clear, this can be done with a bent paper clip, alternatively, milk cleaning brushes are available from Fracino.
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Page 31: Fast Steam
Steaming/ F.A.S.T. - Fracino Automatic Steam Temperature FAST steam overview 1) Cappuccino/Latte selector switch: Selects between cappuccino and latte milk. 2) Start cycle switch: Starts the milk frothing cycle. 3) Cappuccino air intake adjustment valve: Adjusts the amount of air entering the system when a cappuccino cycle is selected, see section D for more information. -
Page 32: (A) Daily Cleaning
Wipe clean the tube with a damp cloth to remove any milk residue. Press the “Start Cycle” button to allow steam to vent for a second or two to clear any milk that maybe in the tube, this will help prevent blockages. Warning: Steam and the steam tube will become hot when in use, take care to avoid scalding. - Page 33 FAST steam adjustment LATTE CAPPUCCINO INCREASE AIR INCREASE AIR The volume and texture of the milk foam can be adjusted for the cappuccino and latte by adjusting the cappuccino and latte adjusting valves. Turning the cappuccino valve to the left will allow more air in to the system, creating more foam.
- Page 34 Hot Water Valve Hot water Bambino Place a cup/pot on the drip tray, under the hot water water nozzle which is located on the left hand side of the machine on all machines except Contempo and Romano. Open the Water valve by turning the knob anti-clockwise. Warning: Do not hold the cup/pot when dispensing hot water, the water is extremely hot which presents a risk of scalding.
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Page 35: Idea Rapido Milk Frother
Idea Rapido Milk Frother Frother connection Warning: Fitting the Idea Milk Frother should only be done by trained service engineers. Make sure the machine is off and has cooled down sufficiently then remove either the left or right steam tube depending on which side you prefer to attach the Rapido Idea frother and attach the short steam tube in place of the standard tube. -
Page 36: (B) Operating Idea Rapido
Operating Idea Rapido Frother Place the cup you are using to make your chosen drink under the frother nozzle. Open the steam valve to push steam through the frother. Gently wind the milk regulator screw attached to the rubber tube outwards to draw milk up the tube into the frother which will then froth the milk into the cup. -
Page 37: Cleaning
Reconnect the frother. To clean out the frother mix a solution of Fracino milk frother cleaning fluid with hot water in a 250ml jug. Run the machine as if frothing milk to clear any milk residue. - Page 38 Use a shower plate brush to dislodge dried coffee particles in the group and around the filter holder washer to prevent a build up of coffee (brushes can be obtained from Fracino, part no. FC54). 10 seconds. Remove the filter holders from the groups.
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Page 39: (B) Backwash Cleaning
Backwash cleaning procedure with & without detergent Now the groups must be backwashed. This is done by inserting the blank filter into one of the filter holders. Then put the filter holder into one of the groups as if making coffee. 1 Group Bambino and Contempo 2 Group Bambino and 2/3 group Contempo together... -
Page 40: (C) Other Daily Cleaning
On a daily basis the back washing process should be done using Fracino Liquid Quartz detergent to reduce the build up of coffee in the groups and solenoid valves. This can be purchased through your dealer or from Fracino direct (part no. DET/LIQUID) Put half a cap of detergent into the blank insert and follow backwash procedure. -
Page 41: (D) Precautions For Using
If in doubt, contact Fracino direct to arrange to have a trained service engineer inspect the appliance. Special... -
Page 42: Retro Cleaning
(brushes can be obtained from Fracino, part no. FC54. Remove the filter holders from the group and clean in warm water, Liquid quartz can be used if heavily soiled with coffee. - Page 43 Steam tubes and nozzles should be cleaned using warm water and a cloth. If heavily congealed soak the tubes in a jug of warm water or a solution of Fracino milk cleaning liquid for 10minutes to soften, then wipe with a soft damp cloth, repeat if necessary.
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Page 44: Romano Cleaning
Romano Cleaning Automatic group cleaning cycle Insert a blank filter in to the filter holder. Insert the filter holder into the group as if making coffee. The Romano is fitted with an automatic cleaning cycle which pulses the group on and off several times to speed up the cleaning process and helps to ensure a more thorough cleaning of the groups. -
Page 45: Terms And Conditions
Fracino or visit our website - www.fracino.com We at Fracino wish you many years of satisfaction with your new cappuccino coffee machine. Please keep this warranty and Operator Instructions in a safe place once you have read the important information contained herein. - Page 46 Technical Electronics factory re-set The electronics on all automatic machines can be reset to the factory default by performing the following procedure: Warning: The full factory re-set should only be done by trained persons. Warning: After performing the factory re-set, the drink volumes will need to be re-programmed.
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Page 47: Spare Parts
The following spare parts and assecories are parts that can be replaced by the user, it is recommended that Fracino service engineers or Fracino trained engineers replace any other parts, if required. Fracino offer a wide range of spare parts and accesories, the list below is not exhaustive, visit www.fracino.com, email spares@fracino.com... - Page 48 18-22 Birch Road East, Birmingham, B6 7DB, Great Britain. Website / www.fracino.com Email / sales@fracino.com Tel / +44 (0)121 328 5757 Fax / +44 (0)121 327 3333 The Fracino company policy is one of continuous improvement. We retain the right to change specification without prior notice.
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