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- Page 1 Artisan X-e Base Model 10lb Fluid Bed Coffee Roaster Manual 708 S. Clearwater Loop Ste 105 Post Falls, ID 83854 www.coffeecrafters.com Phone (509)228-6916 info@coffeecrafters.com Copyright © 2020 Coffee Crafters LLC All Rights Reserved Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -|...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
About Us ................................. 4 Our Mission ..............................4 Our Vision ............................... 4 Artisan X-E Base Model Complete Roasting & Bean Cooling System Specifications .......... 5 Warranty And Guarantee ..................................6 Artisan X-E Base Model Warranty ........................6 What Is Not Covered By The Warranty ......................6 Assembly And Installation .................................. - Page 3 Troubleshooting Figure 1.1 ......................... 43 Troubleshooting Figure 1.3 ......................... 44 Troubleshooting Figure 1.4 – SSR Connections .................... 45 Troubleshooting Figure 1.5 – Contactors ..................... 46 Wiring Diagram Europe/UK/NZ/Australia ....................47 Wiring Diagram America ..........................48 Part List ....................................... 49 Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -|...
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Page 4: Introduction
While living in Thailand and unable to find fresh roasted coffee, Ken Lathrop, developer of Coffee Crafter’s Artisan X-e Base Model coffee roaster, conceived of a concept to design and build a reliable, affordable machine capable of roasting five pounds or more of coffee beans in less than ten minutes. -
Page 5: Artisan X-E Base Model Complete Roasting & Bean Cooling System Specifications
Artisan X-e Base Model Energy Efficient Fluid Bed Coffee Roasting System Artisan X-e Base Model Complete Roasting & Bean Cooling System Specifications 60 lbs per hour Roaster Production 8-12 minutes (manually adjustable) Roast Time Stand-alone chaff canister filter system Chaff Collection... -
Page 6: Warranty And Guarantee
Warranty and Guarantee Artisan X-e Base Model Warranty Your Artisan X-e Base Model Roaster has been manufactured and tested to the highest quality standards by Coffee Crafters. This Limited Warranty covers defects in material or workmanship on new Artisan Roasters. - Page 7 30-Day Complete Satisfaction & Money-Back Guarantee We want you to be fully satisfied with every item that you purchase from Coffee Crafters. If you are not satisfied with an item that you have purchased, you may return the item within 30 days of purchase date for a full refund of the purchase price, minus the shipping, handling or other additional charges.
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Page 8: Assembly And Installation
6” (inch) gap between the back vent pipes and the wall. Hardware Packages Your Artisan X-e Base Model roaster comes with all the fittings and hardware needed to install the chaff collector, roaster, bean cooler and exhaust blower. Not included is the electrical cord or ducting on the discharge side of the exhaust blower. - Page 9 ASSEMBLING YOUR ARTISAN X-e BASE MODEL ROASTER ACCESSORY KIT Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation...
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Page 10: Installing Roaster Hopper Support
REMOVE STICKER AFTER INSTALATION Install hopper mount and mount base using six 8-32 x3/8” stainless screws as shown above. Screws are in your hardware kit bag. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 11: Installing Hood Support Mast
#1, D ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Install 2 ¼” x ¼” x 20 carriage bolt (Item D) through the roaster hopper support as shown. Slide the spacer (item G) over the carriage bolt. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 12: Installing Hood
G, the carriage bolt. Secure the studs with 2 – 10/32 keps nuts (Item C). Finger tighten only. 3. Taking the washer and wing nut (Item E & F) insert your hand inside the exhaust mast and attach to the carriage bolt, hand tighten. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 13: Installing The Hopper
Once the key is inserted into the keyhole, allow the hopper to slide downwards and turn it to the right into an upright position, lifting slightly to sit the hopper on the roast chimney. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 14: Installing The Chaff Guard
The washer will be below the rim of the hopper, tighten down the screw and nut to secure the chaff screen to the hopper. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 15: Thermometer
It is critical that the probe tip is ½” away from the hopper side wall and 1” from the hot air flow coming up from the bottom of the hopper. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 16: Mounting The Thermometer Brakcet To Hopper Screen
Velcro strips. 8-32 X 3/8” screw and keps nut. Step 4: Attach the cable guide to the back of Step 3: Secure thermometer to the bracket thermometer bracket as shown and press firmly. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 17: Thermocouple Probe Positioning
THERMOCOUPLE PROBE POSTIONING Step 1: Tilt the hopper to the left for easy access. Slide thermocouple probe through probe bracket prongs as illustrated in “Proper Probe Positioning Diagram” on the next page. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... - Page 18 It is critical that the probe tip is ½” away from the hopper side wall and 1” from the hot air flow coming up from the bottom of the hopper. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation...
- Page 19 Bring wire behind thermometer and plug into bottom of thermometer being careful to insert it into the correct slots. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation...
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Page 20: Installing Condiut And Cord Routing
The photo insert shows an electrical pigtail installed. For rigid conduit connection remove the cord grip and install the proper conduit connector. Note: We recommend installing a pigtail and plug to ease in moving the roaster for cleaning. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 21: Installing Exhaust Blower
5. VERY IMPORTANT! All of the duct joints and seams on the discharge side of the blower must be sealed with high temperature tape. The discharge exhaust ducts are under pressure and will leak smoke into the roasting area if not sealed. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... - Page 22 6. To reduce noise in the roasting area, install the exhaust blower under an insulated enclosure or on the other side of a wall. The exhaust blower motor is air cooled so make sure to not seal it completely without an intake air source. Recommended Duct Length with Elbows Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation...
- Page 23 3. Cut the 3 hose sections to the lengths suit your roaster positioning. Secure each end using the 4” hose clamps provided. Make sure each hose section is seated completely over the duct flange before tightening the hose clamp. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation...
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Page 24: Flex Hose
Ventilation Installation The Artisan X-e Base Model roaster must be exhausted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as documented in the prior section of this manual. The roaster exhaust system must be independent of all other systems. Exhaust Penetrations Any wall or ceiling penetration of ducts that transfer roaster exhaust must meet the International Building Code fire-resistance rating and cannot be located within any fireblocking* and/or draftstopping* areas. -
Page 25: Installing Light Kit
Plug your light cord into the back of the roaster. The system power switch must be on in order for the light to receive electricity. You can then use the inline switch to turn on your light. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 26: Temperature Switch
Temperature Switch The information contained here originated from the manufacturer, LOVE. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Assembly and Installation... -
Page 27: Helpful Tips
1. Wash and completely dry your Hopper and Bean Cooler Tray prior to use. Go to the Maintenance and Troubleshooting section for instructions on proper cleaning of the Artisan X-e Base Model Roaster. 2. Your roaster does not require preheating. -
Page 28: Roasting
The on/off switch is located on the front or side of the blower motor. This directs all the suction through the hood, so chaff does not escape. Your Artisan X-e Base Model Roaster does not require preheating. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Roasting... -
Page 29: Load Beans In Top Green Bean Hopper
Turn on System Power Switch The system power switch is the single red switch to the left. As a safety feature the heat elements cannot be turned on with the system power switch in the off position. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Roasting... -
Page 30: Turn On Bean Loft
Set the bean loft 3-5” above the bean bed. CAUTION: Never let the beans stop lofting with the heat elements on. You will burn your beans and possibly damage your Roaster. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Roasting... - Page 31 If roasting below a 2lb batch the bean temperature may not read accurately. Roasting on the Artisan X-e Base Model is very easy. Never leave your roaster unattended. If you lose your bean loft you will ruin your batch and possibly damage your Roaster. Coffee beans will catch on fire if they stop circulating.
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Page 32: Roasting Complete: Cool The Beans
4. Lift the hopper and rotate to the right to empty the beans into the bean cooling tray. Pull knob out for cooling. Open prior to dumping Roasted beans. Close after the cooling cycle. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Roasting... - Page 33 Our tray is designed to be removed for easy pouring of roasted beans. You may now begin another batch while this one is cooling. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Roasting...
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Page 34: Coffee Bean Education
Another great, yet expensive storage option is to keep beans in vacuum sealed bags. Vacuum packed beans do not need to be monitored as much since they are not exposed to oxygen and atmospheric moisture. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Coffee Bean Education... -
Page 35: Green Coffee Been Abbreviations And Meanings
17/18 – Refers to screen size. The larger bean size generally correlates to a higher quality bean. Rioy Taints – Defect in the bean resulted from an over ripened cherry. Quaker – Defect in bean. Unripe cherry. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Coffee Bean Education... -
Page 36: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
A vacuum will remove the dust and beans then you can wipe out this area with a damp cloth. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 37: Mast Tubing
Rotate hopper 90 degrees to the left and lift slightly and pull towards you to remove the hopper. *Note- it’s easier to look behind the hopper to see the key rotating into removal position. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 38: Exhaust Tubing
Any excess liquid could damage electrical components. The body of the Roaster can be washed down with a damp cloth or mild detergent. Do not use industrial spray cleaners/degreasers on your roaster. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Base Model has proven to be a very reliable machine but like all mechanical devices, things will go wrong. Coffee Crafters roasters were designed from the ground up to be very easy to operate and maintain. All wiring is color coded and labeled. Additionally, videos are available on changing most of the machine components. -
Page 40: Bean Loft Motor Won't Run
Note: A tripped system power fuse is an indication that a fault has occurred in the system. If by resetting the fuse, it does not come on, call the manufacturer. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 41: Bean Loft Motor Runs At Full Speed Only
Cause(s) Solution Speed control 1. SSR-3 has failed. 1. Replace SSR-3. knob will not reduce bean loft 2. Motor speed control 2. Replace motor speed control potentiometer. motor RPM. potentiometer has failed. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 42: Both Heat Elements Won't Turn On
The roaster does not perform well below 215 line voltage. If you confirm that both heat elements are running but have trouble achieving your desired roast air temperature with full loads, have a qualified electrician check your line voltage under load. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 43: Troubleshooting Figure 1.1
Troubleshooting Figure 1.1 Image of Roaster with the lid up and the front panel removed. Troubleshooting Figure 1.2 Wiring connection of controllers underneath the lid. Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 44: Troubleshooting Figure 1.3
Troubleshooting Figure SSR-3 SSR-1 SSR-2 Contactor 1 Contactor 2 Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 45: Troubleshooting Figure 1.4 - Ssr Connections
Note that the SSR’s are installed with the writing upside down. Potentiometer connections are on the top, power connections are on the bottom. Troubleshooting Figure 1.4 – SSR Connections SSR 3 Motor Speed Control Module SSR 1 and 2 Heat Control Modules Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 46: Troubleshooting Figure 1.5 - Contactors
Troubleshooting Figure 1.5 – Contactors Noark Contactors Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Maintenance and Troubleshooting... -
Page 47: Wiring Diagram Europe/Uk/Nz/Australia
Wiring Diagram Europe/UK/NZ/Australia Rev 3 Crafters -| Wiring Diagram... -
Page 48: Wiring Diagram America
Wiring Diagram America Rev 3 Crafters -| Wiring Diagram... -
Page 49: Part List
This list provides the customer with a brief description of the various parts used for specific sections of the Artisan X-e Base Model Roaster. If a part needs to be ordered, please reference the corresponding part number and revision when contacting Coffee Crafters Customer Service. - Page 50 Digi Thermometer Complete CC--MS6501 Thermometer Probe CC-A9-TCP-1000 Fotek SSR25-VA 1/4 watt CC-Fotek SSR 25-VA 1/4 watt Fotek SSR40-VA 1/4 watt CC-Fotek SSR 40-VA 1/4 watt Potentiometer 500k Double CC-R-VA2X500KL Potentiometer 500k Single CCE-alfa500k Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Part List...
- Page 51 Noark contactor 40 amp 240 vlt CC-Ex9CK30B20 Power Distribution Block CCE-63133 Single red switch Cherry CC-TRG22F2BBRLN Speed Control Knob CC-SPKnob Temperature Controller F CCE-4020 Temperature Controller C CCE-4021 Heat Element Cartridges 240V 21-21852-00 220V Euro 21-21852-03 Rev 3 Coffee Crafters -| Part List...
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