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Astra SM Super Automatic Series Operation Manual

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O P E R AT I O N M A N U A L
A S T R A S U P E R A U T O M AT I C
T R A D I T I O N A L ( A U T O M AT I C & S E M I - A U T O M AT I C )
E S P R E S S O M A C H I N E S & S T E A M E R S
ASTRA 2000
SM Series Super Automatic
Astra Traditional MEGA 1,2,3
Astra Pro Traditional
Astra G-Series Traditional
STP/ STS/ STA - Series Steamers

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  • Page 1 E S P R E S S O M A C H I N E S & S T E A M E R S ASTRA 2000 SM Series Super Automatic Astra Traditional MEGA 1,2,3 Astra Pro Traditional Astra G-Series Traditional...
  • Page 2 Handcrafted in the USA with US-standard parts, Astra machines are locally constructed with world class standards. We are confident that you will love your Astra machine and its high-quality espresso for years to come. If you need any help or have any questions, please call Astra for assistance.
  • Page 3 C ontents SAFE T Y PRE CAU TI ONS SE CT IO N 1: T RADI TI ONAL ESPR ESS O G O U R M E T A U T O M AT I C G A 0 2 1 G O U R M E T S E M I - A U T O M AT I C G S 0 2 2 M E G A I A U T O M AT I C M 1 0 1 1 M E G A I S E M I - A U T O M AT I C M 1 S 0 1 6...
  • Page 4 ASTRA equipment must be installed in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and/or local electrical and plumbing codes. The following safety checks should be carried out when preparing to set up and use your Astra espresso machine.
  • Page 5 SECTI ON 1 Tra d i t i o n a l E s p r e s s o G O U R M E T A U T O M AT I C G A 0 2 1 G O U R M E T S E M I - A U T O M AT I C G S 0 2 2 M E G A I A U T O M AT I C M 1 0 1 1 M E G A I S E M I - A U T O M AT I C M 1 S 0 1 6...
  • Page 6 (regenerated or replaced) based on the manufacturer recommendation. Distilled or reverse-osmosis water can be corrosive if it is not treated with minerals post-process. Find Astra-recommended water softener at www.astramfr.com. P L U M B E D M A C H I N E S Plumbed machines are provided with the 1/4”...
  • Page 7 P O WER All Astra machines must be connected according to the local and national electrical and plumbing codes. For a 110-volt machine, a dedicated circuit with ground is required. A 220-volt machine must be connected to a single-phase power (2 hot and ground) and the equipment must be grounded.
  • Page 8 SE MI-AU TOMAT IC OPERATI ON Astra machines come with self-tamping group heads, it is NOT necessary to tamp the portafilter. Once coffee is ground and leveled in the portafilter, simply insert into group head. To put the portafilter on the group head, hold the handle level at 7 o’clock and lift it up into the group head.
  • Page 9 AU TOMATIC OPERATI ON Astra machines come with self-tamping group heads, it is NOT necessary to tamp the portafilter. Once coffee is ground and leveled in the portafilter, simply insert into group head. To put the portafilter on the group head, hold the handle level at 7 o’clock and lift it up into the group head.
  • Page 10 ST EAM WAND OPE RAT I ON S EMI- AUTOMATIC U S I N G T H E S E M I - A U T O M AT I C S T E A M F U N C T I O N ( S E M I - A U T O M AT I C S T E A M W A N D S A R E S TA N D A R D F O R T R A D I T I O N A L M A C H I N E S ) •...
  • Page 11 U S I N G T H E M A N U A L S T E A M F U N C T I O N W I T H A N A U T O M AT I C W A N D •...
  • Page 12 AU TOM AT IC ST EAM WAND PR O GRAMMING cont. . Accuracy Tolerances, Adjusting (Not Recommended) (How close you want the set temperature to be when steaming ceases. ex. Tolerances ±3°F) It is not recommended to adjust the accuracy tolerances. Adjustment may affect the espresso quality and/or machine performance and so should be left on the recommended factory settings.
  • Page 13 . “A0” Settings 1-4 (Not Recommended) (Programming settings only intended for technicians) • To skip past these settings, press the “Set” button several times until you return back to the home screen. • Do NOT change these values unless you have the qualified information to do so. •...
  • Page 14 Make sure the blank filter is pressed all the way into the portafilter. Put less than 1/8 teaspoon of Astra group cleaning detergent into the portafilter. Insert the portafilter into the group head. With the blank filter, nothing will dispense from the portafilter and the cleaning powder will escape at the relief valve under the group head thereby cleaning the brewing mechanism.
  • Page 15 . If your machine is plumbed, please ensure that the water treatment system has been replaced or regenerated according to its maintenance schedule. For systems purchased from Astra, recharging the softener every 6 months is recommended. For high volume locations, recharge every 3 months.
  • Page 16 Inspect the following parts annually. Replace as needed: f) Inlet Water Electrovalve (A10360 for 110V or A10361 for 220V machines) g) Steam Pivot Rebuild Kit -Spring, Brass Seat, & 2 O-Rings (A10469) h) Steam Valve Kit, No Wand- (A10440) or Complete Kit w/ Steam Wand- (A10441) *Parts can be ordered on www.astramfr.com .
  • Page 17 FIGU R E 1 : T E CH NICAL SPEC I FI CATI ONS AUTOM ATI C GA021-1 GA021 M1011-1 M1011 M2C014-1 M2C014 M2012 M3013 Cups/hr Watts 2000 2700 2000 2700 2000 2700 4500 5500 Volts Amps Water Plumbed Plumbed Plumbed Plumbed Plumbed...
  • Page 18 FIGUR E 2 : SE MI AU TOM ATI C MEGA 1,2,3 FIGUR E 3 : AUTO MATIC MEGA 1,2,3...
  • Page 19 FIGU RE 4: SE MI AU TOMATI C GOUR ME T FIGU RE 5: AU TO MAT IC GOU R ME T...
  • Page 20 FIG U RE 6: SEM I AUTOMATI C ASTR A P RO...
  • Page 21 FIGU R E 8 : SE MI AU TOMATI C MACHI NES Mega II Semi-Automatic MEGA 1 Semi-Automatic M1S016 Gourmet Semi-Automatic GS022 Compact M2CS019 MEGA II Semi-Automatic M2S017 Mega 3 Semi-Automatic M3S018 FIGU R E 9 : AUTO MATI C MACHI NES Gourmet Automatic GA021 MEGA I Automatic M1011 MEGA II Compact Automatic M2C014...

  • Page 22: Table Of Contents

    A C T I VAT I N G T H E M A C H I N E PR OGRAMMI NG DIA LING IN THE GRI NDER STEA MING WITH THE ASTRA 2000 C L E A N I N G A N D M A I N T E N A N C E...

  • Page 23: R E Q U I R E D C O N N E C T I O N

    Astra Super Automatic machines are provided with the 1/4” male flare beverage connection located under the front tray of the ASTRA machine. The user must provide a 3/8” appliance water line. A water pressure regulator is suggested if water pressure exceeds 50 PSI. The machine operates best when the water supply is at least 20 PSI.

  • Page 24: Initial Se T- Up

    INITIAL SE T- UP The following is the factory recommended procedure for the initial set-up of the ASTRA machine. REF R IGE RATOR The compressor refrigerator is similar to household refrigerators. The temperature for the refrigerator is factory set at 38 degrees Fahrenheit. It is not recommended to leave any food or drink in the refrigerator overnight.

  • Page 25: Activat In G The Ma Chine

    ACTIVAT IN G THE MA CHINE . Open the front of the machine and pull the “Door Safety Switch” out slightly. . Turn the “On/Off” switch to the On position. At this time the machine will turn on and the pump will start filling the boiler.

  • Page 26: Pr Ogrammi Ng

    “Stop/Reset” button. P RO G R AM SELECTION SUB MENU Each ASTRA machine allows its user to alter the programming of each key on the touch pad to provide the desired drink. Table 1 | Main Screen...
  • Page 27 Table 2 | Programming Submenu LCD Display Parameter Determination Portion Programming Choose portion for each button (Table 3) Steam Programming Control Temperature for Steam Wand (A2000 Only) Factory Portion Settings Factory default portions one regular button Decaf Factory Settings Factory default portions one decaf button Factory Portion Settings All Factory default all portion settings Each drink selection has up to seven parameters that can be altered by the user to match the...
  • Page 28 Table 6 | Technical Settings Submenu LCD Display Parameter Determination Information Software version and internal temp Settings Piston cleaning and post extraction time Pre-Infusion Pre-Infusion on-off, infusion times Date and Time Set current date and time Update Software Update latest software (technicians only) Maintenance Set schedule for regular maintenance reminder Export Import Configuration...
  • Page 29 S EL ECT E D DRINK EXTRA CTION AD JUST ME NT . To enter the programming mode, follow the instructions on pg. 26 . Select “Portion Programming”. The display will read “Push Drink Key”. . Select the desired drink to be programmed. Press the button once more and the grinder will automatically start grinding beans based on the grinder settings in the Programming Submenu (see Table 3).

  • Page 30: Dia Ling In The Gri Nder

    DIALING IN THE COFFEE GRINDER Start by adding a few cups of coffee beans into the hopper. Make sure the gate at the bottom of the hopper is open. Look for crema and flavor quality - test the shot quality by making large (2oz) espresso shots.

  • Page 31: Stea Ming With The Astra 2000

    S TE AMING WITH THE ASTR A 2000 S E T T I N G T H E D E S I R E D S T E A M T E M P E R AT U R E Follow the instructions in “PROGRAM SELECTION SUBMENU”...

  • Page 32: Cl E Aning And Maintenance

    ASTRA machine: . Remove the milk from the refrigerated section and store it properly. . Mix 1 oz. (30 ml) of ASTRA Cleaner with 16 oz. (500 ml) of cold water in a steel pitcher or container. . Place solution in refrigerator section of machine and insert suction tube into container.
  • Page 33 To ensure optimal functioning of the machine, Astra recommends the following to be completed each year: . Each ASTRA machine has an upper and lower piston “O” ring. The upper “O” rings can come in 3 different colors, red, black or gray. Replace the upper (S10081) and lower (S10110) piston “O”...
  • Page 34 . Replace the steam (S10361-L) and milk valves (S10361), along with silicone tubing (S10019). . Clean/replace the automatic foamer (S10030). Visually check the wiring and all other components to ensure the safety of the machine. *For additional information, please call Astra Manufacturing at 877-340-1800...
  • Page 35 SECTI ON 3 S T E AME R S A U T O M AT I C P O U R O V E R S TA 1 3 0 0 S E M I - A U T O M AT I C P O U R O V E R S T S 1 3 0 0 S E M I - A U T O M AT I C P O U R O V E R S T P 1 8 0 0 S E M I - A U T O M AT I C S T S 1 8 0 0 , S T S 2 4 0 0 , S T S 4 8 0 0 A U T O M AT I C S TA 1 8 0 0 , S TA 2 4 0 0 , S TA 4 8 0 0...
  • Page 36 Do NOT use pure distilled water and do NOT overfill the water container. POWE R All Astra machines must be connected according to the local and national electrical and plumbing codes. For a 110-volt machine, a dedicated circuit with ground is required.
  • Page 37 WATE R Q UA LIT Y It is highly recommended that machines be used in conjunction with filtered or purified water in order to ensure the integrity of your steamer and to prolong the life of the individual components of the machine. Distilled or reverse-osmosis water can be corrosive if it is not treated with minerals post- process.

  • Page 38: Au Tomatic Oper Ati On

    AU TO MATIC OPERATIO N US ING THE AUTOMATI C STEA MING FUNCT ION • Direct the steam wand towards the drain tray. • Move the switch located underneath the display to the “Manual” position to displace condensation. • Let the steam blow out for a few seconds. •...

  • Page 39: Programming Steam Wand

    AUTO MAT IC ST EAM WAND PR OG RAMMING When boiler pressure on the gauge is between 15 and 20 PSI, you are ready to put the machine into program mode. This procedure is used to program the desired temperature for automatic steam wands.
  • Page 40 . Setting the Differential Temperature (Not Recommended) (Adjustment for inconsistencies based on environmental factors) • Press and hold the “Set” button. • Display will read “Dlf”. • Press “Set” button again. • Adjust the temperature between 2-40 degrees Fahrenheit using the up or down arrows. •...

  • Page 41: Foaming/ Frothi Ng Mi Lk

    FOAMING O R FROT HING MI L K Foaming milk can be divided into three basic steps: . Fill a 32 oz. steaming pitcher 1/3 full of cold milk. Place the tip of the steam wand 1/2” below the surface of the milk. .

  • Page 42: Cle Aning You R Machi Ne

    . If your machine is plumbed, please ensure that the water treatment system has been regenerated and/or replaced according to its maintenance schedule. For systems purchased from Astra, replacing the cartridges every 5-6 months is recommended. For high volume locations, recharge every 3 months.

  • Page 43: St E Amer Recip Es

    . Check the pressure-stat: a) Open the steam wand and at the same time, look at the amber light and the gauge. b) The amber light must be lit when the pressure drops below 12 PSI. c) If it does not, the pressure-stat must be replaced (A10170). .
  • Page 44 FIGUR E 1: AUTO MATI C STEAMER FIGUR E 2: SE MI-AUTO MATI C STEAMER...

  • Page 45: Mach Ine Diagram

    FIGU RE 3: STE AMER GUIDE Semi-Automatic Pourover Semi-Automatic Automatic STP1800 STS1800 STA1800 STS2400 STA2400 STS4800 STA4800 Semi-Automatic Pourover Automatic Pourover STA1300 STS1300 Home or light commercial applications needing fewer than ~200 cups/hr...

  • Page 46: T E Chnical Sp Eci Fi Cati Ons

    FIG U RE 2: TE CHNI CAL SPECIFICATIONS 1300 1300 1800 1800 2400 4800 1800 2400 4800 Watts 1300 1300 2000 2000 2700 4800 2000 2700 4800 Volts Amps Water Tank Tank Tank Plumbed Plumbed Plumbed Plumbed Plumbed Plumbed Boiler Capacity (L) Width (in) Depth (in) 20.5...
  • Page 47 INCONVENIENCE, ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE PERFORMANCE, USE OR LACK OF PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT. ASTRA’S LIABILITY TO THE CUSTOMER, END USER OR THIRD PARTY IF ANY, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID TO ASTRA BY CUSTOMER FOR THE PRODUCT.
  • Page 48 M A N U A L Version 2020.2 ASTRA ESPRESSO MACHINES & STEAMERS...

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