8. Mandatory Maintenance and Check-up Operations Congratulations on your purchase of a page 16 La Marzocco espresso machine! You can now join the La Marzocco Club, 9. Software Programming Guide page 17 a website dedicated to proud La Marzocco owners and La Marzocco enthusiasts.
1. General Warnings and Safety Specifications 4) Packaging (boxes, plastic bags, foam 9) Furthermore, you must ensure that WARNING parts and whatever else) must not be left the capacity of the available electrical THIS MACHINE IS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE around within easy reach of children, due system is suitable for the maximum power ONLY AND SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN LOCA- TIONS WHERE ITS USE AND MAINTENANCE IS...
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• do not use extension cords in bath or and close the water supply valve. Do not WARNING shower rooms; attempt to repair it. Contact a qualified AS ALREADY MENTIONED IN THE PRECEDING • do not unplug the device from the and authorized professional to perform NOTES, THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE TO OB-...
2. Definition of Available Models This operating manual refers exclusively to the following models, of our own manufacture: LINEA PB, Model AV and MP into 2, 3 and 4 groups Main Switch Pressure Gauge (Steam & Brew water) Brew Groups Control Panel Group #1 Keypad Digital Display...
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1) General description temperature probe with a PID controller. through the brewing group, through the The machine is built in 2, 3, and 4 The steam boiler has various fittings portafilter basket, through the portafilter coffee group versions and is essentially used for safety devices, for supplying hot spout, and into the cup(s) after the composed of the following parts:...
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1) Accessories interlock switch the water mains proceed according to • Single phase 200VAC - 50/60 Hz the indications given in the chapter about WARNING electrical connection with ground, Installation and in compliance with any AT EACH INSTALLATION, THE MACHINE local/national safety standards of the SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH A NEW protected...
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supplied stainless steel braided hoses. 3) Waste water drain connection The espresso machine drain is to be Then connect the water pump inlet to the connected by means of the included water filter/softener outlet (if present). reinforced plastic tubing. Connect one end THE MOTOR PUMP MUST BE SITUATED WARNING of the reinforced plastic tubing to the drain...
4. Machine Operation and Coffee Preparation 1) Starting the espresso machine water is allowed to flow in; this “false” pressure must be eliminated by opening a) Filling the boilers with water the steam valves (item 8, Fig. 1). Once the installation procedures have been completed, it is necessary to fill the b) Turning the espresso machine on boiler tanks with water.
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When brewing, the pressure should be set 4) Installing the portafilters In case the pressure exceeds 12 bar, to 9 bar. Install the portafilter(s) by inserting them you must adjust the expansion valve by When the steam boiler reaches operating into the group and rotate the handle from unscrewing the cap slightly.
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oils and particles from the group. Some portafilter then turning off the water WARNING also flush just after brewing coffee for flow, before making coffee. NEVER REMOVE THE FILTER HOLDER WHEN the same reason. Please experiment to WATER IS BEING DELIVERED. THIS OPERA- It is important to remember that coffee find the best possible procedure for you.
5. Dispensing Steam and Hot Water 1) Steaming milk or other liquids 2) Preparing tea and other hot drinks parts). This condition is undesireable and In order to allow for any condensed can cause contamination in the steam water in the wand to be released ALWAYS boiler.
6. Maintenance and Periodic Cleaning Operations 5) Cleaning the body times for each group. WARNING Wipe the stainless steel surfaces with a - Rinse the group using a normal filter, THE MACHINE MUST BE INSTALLED SO THAT soft, non abrasive cloth in the direction by running hot water through it several QUALIFIED TECHNICAL PERSONNEL CAN EASILY ACCESS IT FOR EVENTUAL...
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water to be brewed: WARNING At least 1 liter for a 1/2 group machine IN ORDER TO PREVENT CRACKS OR LEAK- At least 2 liters for a 3 group machine Group AGE: DO NOT STORE OR INSTALL THE At least 3 liters for a 4 group machine Assembly COFFEE MACHINE IN PLACES WHERE TEM- PERATURE MAY CAUSE WATER IN BOILER OR...
7. De-commissioning and Demolition 1) De-commissioning and demolition Remove the reinforced plastic tubing on Recycling notice: Warning for the the drain connection. protection of the environment. Start by setting the main switch to the Used Electrical and electronic waste “0” or OFF position. At this point, the machine may be contains hazardous but also valuable Disconnecting from the power outlet...
8. Mandatory Maintenance and Check-up Operations These operations are in addition to the Maintenance and Periodic Cleaning Operations as specified in Chapter 7. The following maintenance and check-up operations sould be carried out by a qualified technician. The time required for the periodic maintenance is determinated by the quantity of daily work and/or coffee consumption.
Programming Introduction Description • This espresso machine has a CPU and many configurable settings. • Additionally, there are many feedback controls employed in this espresso machine to troubleshoot problems should they occur. • The following is a brief introduction to the controls and display and how they interact with the operator. Digital Display LaMarzocco 09:30 Firenze Italia...
Programming Keypad The keypad has two functions. The first is for control of the espresso. The second is for programming individual software parameters. The programming of the individual parameters is possible only using the buttons in the group 1 (group starting from the left). Description Button This button is used to control the brewing of the single espresso.
First Use Procedure Turning the Espresso Description Programming Mode Machine On The following is the procedure to be followed for the first use of the espresso machine. • Please follow the procedures carefully to avoid any damage to the espresso machine. •...
Start Up Procedures Turning the Espresso Description Programming Mode Machine On The following is the procedure for turning on the power to the espresso machine. • Please follow the procedures carefully to avoid any damage to the espresso machine. • Proceed checking for water connection to 00:00 the espresso machine.
Shut Down Procedures Turning the Espresso Description Programming Mode Machine Off The following is the procedure for turning off • This machine has two off settings. One power to the espresso machine. setting turns off all of the components in the •...
• Barista Programming - The parameters service technician La Marzocco reccomends contained within this level are ones the that no changes are made at this level. The operator can change to affect the quality of Technician Password is required for access.
“Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Program Dose • This parameter allows the operator to • Once programmed, the button remains program the amount of coffee (brewing lighted. amount) for each button on the keyboard. • The brewing amount can be set in terms of Group Dose time (sec.
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“Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Program Dose • This parameter allows the operator to • Once programmed, the button remains program the amount of coffee (brewing lighted. amount) for each button on the keyboard. • The brewing amount can be set in terms of Group Dose time (sec.
“Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Tea Dose • This parameter allows the operator to program the amount of water (brewing amount) for the tea button. • This feature can be enabled or disabled. Tea Dose Settings Display Operating Procedure When the espresso machine is turned on, press and hold the T3 button to access the “Barista”...
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“Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Tea Dose • This parameter allows the operator to program the amount of water (brewing amount) for the tea button. • This feature can be enabled or disabled. Tea Dose Settings Display Operating Procedure Press the T3 button to return to the “Barista”...
“Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Boiler • This parameter allows the operator to • For an espresso machine composed of 2 and enable/disable the coffee boiler. 3 groups you can only set the coffee boiler • This parameter allows the operator to 1, while for an espresso machine with 4 program the coffee boiler temperature.
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“Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Boiler • This parameter allows the operator to • For an espresso machine composed of 2 and enable/disable the coffee boiler. 3 groups you can only set the coffee boiler • This parameter allows the operator to 1, while for an espresso machine with 4 program the coffee boiler temperature.
“Barista” Programming Description Pre-Infusion or Pre-Brewing Programming Mode • This parameter allows the operator to Once the pre-brewing cycle is over, the program the time of pre-brewing of water normal brewing cycle will continue until with the coffee. Each group can have a the end.
“Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Cup Warmer • This parameter allows the operator to enable or disable the cups heating function. • This function is displayed only on the models of espresso machine equipped Cup Warmer with this accessory. DISABLED Display Operating Procedure When the espresso machine is turned on, press and hold the T3 button...
“Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Exit Menu • This parameter allows the operator to exit the “Barista” programming and return to the normal use of the espresso machine. Exit Menu Display Operating Procedure Press the T3 button to exit the “Barista” programming and return to the normal use of the espresso Exit Menu machine.
“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Language • This parameter allows the technician to change the language of the display. Language ENGLISH Display Operating Procedure When the espresso machine is turned on, press and hold the T3 button . After about 10 seconds the following LaMarzocco 00:00 CB 93.8°C SB screen is displayed.
“Technical” Programming Temperature Measurement Description Programming Mode Units • This parameter allows the technician to change the temperature display from degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit and vice versa. Temp Units CELSIUS Display Operating Procedure After accessing the “Technical” programming menu and entering the password, use the buttons T1 and T2 until Enter Password...
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Name • This parameter allows the technician to program a 16 character user name. • The user name is displayed continuously on the display on the second line. Name LaMarzocco Display Operating Procedure After accessing the “Technical” programming menu and entering the password, use the buttons T1 and T2 until Enter Password...
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Program Dose • This parameter allows the operator to • Once programmed, the button remains program the amount of coffee (brewing lighted. amount) for each button on the keyboard. • The brewing amount can be set in terms of Group Dose time (sec.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Program Dose • This parameter allows the operator to • Once programmed, the button remains program the amount of coffee (brewing lighted. amount) for each button on the keyboard. • The brewing amount can be set in terms of Group Dose time (sec.
“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Tea Dose • This parameter allows the operator to program the amount of water (brewing amount) for the tea button. • This feature can be enabled or disabled. Tea Dose Settings Display Operating Procedure After accessing the “Technical” programming menu and entering the password, use the buttons T1 and T2 until Enter Password...
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Tea Dose • This parameter allows the operator to program the amount of water (brewing amount) for the tea button. • This feature can be enabled or disabled. Tea Dose Settings Display Operating Procedure Press the T3 button to return to the “Technical”...
“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Boiler • This parameter enables the technician to group is constant. set various parameters of the coffee boiler. • To properly calibrate the temperature of any • The temperature of the boiler is measured espresso machine it is import to measure at the most critical point in the boiler where the temperature of the water exiting the...
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Boiler • The OFFSET parameter is used to calibrate • It is not recommended that this number the coffee boiler temperature system to is changed. Changes to this parameter can ensure the display temperature accurately cause unexpected results.
“Technical” Programming Temperature Pressure Description Programming Mode Steam Boiler 247°F/119°C 1.0 bar • This parameter enables the technician to 260°F/127°C 1.5 bar set various parameters of the steam boiler. • The temperature of saturated water is 272°F/133°C 2.0 bar proportional to the pressure inside the Steam Boiler Steam Boiler.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Steam Boiler • The parameter filling WITH PUMP allows the overall dispensing pressure in the brew the technician to select the activation of boiler. the water pump during the automatic • During the auto-fill cycle, if a brew cycle is filling cycle of the service boiler.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Steam Boiler • The parameter filling WITH PUMP allows cle during the brewing process can reduce the technician to select the activation of the overall dispensing pressure in the brew the water pump during the automatic boiler.
“Technical” Programming Description Pre-Infusion or Pre-Brewing Programming Mode • This parameter allows the operator to Once the pre-brewing cycle is over, the program the time of pre-brewing of water normal brewing cycle will continue until with the coffee. Each group can have a the end.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Crono Function • When enabled, this parameter displays a • If enabled, the Chrono function is timer that times each shot. permanently displayed during brewing, • The timer is reset each time a button on the while during wait state it alternates with keypad is pressed.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Clock Adjust • This parameter allows the user to set the • There are 4 changeable values within this time of day and the day of the week. parameter: • This parameter is used to display time and is •...
“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Cup Warmer • This parameter allows the technician to enable or disable the cups heating function. • This parameter allows the technician to adjust the operating time of the resistance Cup Warmer for the heating of the cups. Settings •...
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Cup Warmer • This parameter allows the technician to enable or disable the cups heating function. • This parameter allows the technician to adjust the operating time of the resistance Cup Warmer for the heating of the cups. Settings Display Operating Procedure...
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Auto ON/OFF • This parameter allows the technician to program the espresso machine to turn on at a preset time and turn off at a preset time. • This feature also allows the espresso Auto On/Off machine to remain in the off condition for Settings one repeating closed day.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Auto ON/OFF • This parameter allows the technician to program the espresso machine to turn on at a preset time and turn off at a preset time. • This feature also allows the espresso Auto On/Off machine to remain in the off condition for Settings one repeating closed day.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode ECO Mode • This parameter allows the technician to set up a temperature to be maintained in case of a temporary non utilization of the espresso machine. Eco Mode • It is possible to set this parameter also during Settings the normal operation of the machine by pressing T1 and T2 at the same time.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode ECO Mode • This parameter allows the technician to set up a temperature to be maintained in case of a temporary non utilization of the espresso machine. Eco Mode • It is possible to set this parameter also during Settings the normal operation of the machine by pressing T1 and T2 at the same time.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Dose Counter • This parameter allows the technician to review the total doses dispensed for each button. Coffee Dose • This parameter displays different values: Counter • Total coffee doses; • Coffee doses for each button; •...
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Dose Counter • This parameter allows the technician to review the total doses dispensed for each button. Coffee Dose • This parameter displays different values: Counter • Total coffee doses; • Coffee doses for each button; •...
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Filter Alarm • This parameter enables the technician • A value of 0 (zero) disables the filter alarm to program an alarm that will alert the parameter. user about the need for maintenance or • This feature can be enabled or disabled. replacement of the water filter.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Filter Alarm • This parameter allows the technician to • A value of 0 (zero) disables the filter alarm preprogram an alarm that notifies the user parameter. when the water filter requires service or • This feature can be enabled or disabled. replacement.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Reset • This parameter allows the technician to reset all the values returning to initial factory settings. • It is possible to reset the settings you Reset made in the “Barista” programming or Settings the settings you made in the “Technical” programming.
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“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Update Firmware • This parameter allows the technician to update the control unit of the espresso machine via a USB Pendrive. Update Firmware Display Operating Procedure After accessing the “Technical” programming menu and entering the password, use the buttons T1 and T2 until Enter Password...
“Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Exit Menu • This parameter allows the technician to exit the “Technical” programming and return to the normal use of the espresso machine. Exit Menu Display Operating Procedure Press the T3 button to exit the “Technical” programming and return to the normal use of the espresso machine. Exit Menu...
Troubleshooting • This espresso machine is equipped with several feedback mechanisms that alert the operator when an unusual condition occurs. Additionally the espresso machine will warn the operator when certain parameters fall below or above the programmed point. These errors and warnings will appear as a message in the display. •...
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