VKI Technologies Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual

VKI Technologies Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual

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Operation Manual
Customer Service – 800.567.2951
Technical Support – 888.854.0207
VKI Publication #100283-001
May 2013

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  • Page 1 Operation Manual Customer Service – 800.567.2951 Technical Support – 888.854.0207 VKI Publication #100283-001 May 2013...
  • Page 2 Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Table of Contents Safety Information ......................4 Specifications........................ 6 Equipment Overview ..................... 7 Front Selection Panel ....................8 Unpacking ........................9 Plumbing the Machine ....................10 Water Filter ........................12 Scalehammer™ ......................12 Emptying the Drip Tray ....................13 Emptying the Waste Bin .....................
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Safety Information Your safety is very important to us. It is imperative that you read and understand this safety information before proceeding with the installation and operation of this coffee maker. This equipment must be used specifically for the purpose for which it is designed.
  • Page 5 Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Safety Information Never attempt to override the safety features incorporated into the equipment.  They are there for your protection and should never be bypassed under any circumstances. Always switch the power off and disconnect the service cord when cleaning the ...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Specifications Voltage Rating 120 Volts AC @ 60hz (120 Volt Model) Heater Wattage 1400 Watts Weight (empty) 55 lbs (25 kg) Powder Capacity (2) Milk - 1 lb (450g) Chocolate – 1.2 lb (550g) Cup Sizes...
  • Page 7: Equipment Overview

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Equipment Overview Door Lock Coffee Pod Door Selection Panel Overflow Indicator Cup Stand and Grill Exhaust Fan Main Power Switch Service Cord Inlet Valve 15A Fuse...
  • Page 8: Front Selection Panel

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Front Selection Panel LCD Display (2 x 20 characters) Strength Selection Buttons (Regular or Bold) Cup Size Selection Buttons (Regular, Medium or Large) Front Fascia and START button Beverage Selection Area (starts brewing process) Installing the French Button Overlay...
  • Page 9: Unpacking

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Unpacking NOTE: Prior to signing for the delivery, check the shipping carton for damage. Indicate any damage on the delivery slip and have the driver sign acknowledging it. Damages during shipping must be claimed with the carrier, and not with VKI Technologies.
  • Page 10: Plumbing The Machine

    Installation of this equipment must comply with all local, state/provincial and federal plumbing codes. It is the responsibility of the installer (and not VKI Technologies) to research and to comply with all of these codes. NOTE: When installing the machine onto a cabinet or countertop, ensure that the machine is level.
  • Page 11 Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod 4. Water Fittings & Valves - Material Requirements (Conforms to NSF-51 & NSF-61): Fittings & valves (water supply connection - water filter head - brewing equipment): ► NSF CONFORMING: BARB type fittings with OERTIKER clamps ► PREFERENCE: Custom nickel plated brass ►...
  • Page 12: Water Filter

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Water Filter We recommend the use of a high quality water filter (such as Everpure™ Filters) which will eliminate most odors present in water, and reduce the amount of particles entering the water tank. The following are basic instructions for installing a cartridge type filter using a head bracket (Everpure™...
  • Page 13: Emptying The Drip Tray

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Emptying the Drip Tray The drip tray on the front of the coffee maker holds approximately 415 ml (14 oz) of liquid. When too much liquid has accumulated inside the tray, an overflow indicator (a small float) will rise and protrude through the drip tray grill.
  • Page 14: Emptying The Waste Bin

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Emptying the Waste Bin The waste bin holds approximately 50 spent coffee pods and it should be emptied at least once a day. To empty the waste bin, 1. Remove the drip tray and grill assembly.
  • Page 15: Filling The Powder Hoppers

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Filling the Powder Hoppers 1. Remove the drip tray. 2. Remove the waste bin. 3. Unlock and open the front door of the machine. 4. Rotate the spout caps to block each of the powder hopper spouts.
  • Page 16 Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual 6. Remove the hopper lids. 7. Refill the two hoppers with product – milk in the left hopper and chocolate in the right hopper. NOTE: Do not pack the powder inside the hoppers. 8. Re-install the powder hoppers, and rotate the spout caps to unblock each of the hopper spouts.
  • Page 17: Programming

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Programming Navigation Flowchart...
  • Page 18: Accessing And Exiting The Set-Up Mode

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Accessing and Exiting the Set-Up Mode To gain access to the Set-Up mode of the machine, press the “Set-Up” button on the inside of the front door. The message on the LCD will read; To exit the Set-Up mode, press the “Set-Up” button once more.
  • Page 19: Counters

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Counters 1. Enter the Set-Up mode and scroll to the Counters menu. 2. The first three options in this menu are used for resetting the Powder 1, Powder 2 and Waste Bin counters. 3. Select the counter to be reset and press the Enter () button to reset it.
  • Page 20: Language

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Language This setting allows you to change the language of the messages that appear on the LCD display to either English or French. To change the language, 1. Enter the Set-Up mode and scroll to the Language menu.3 2.
  • Page 21: Recipes

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Recipes Any changes to the recipe settings are made in this menu. Settings can be modified for both coffee and powder water quantities, as well the quantity of powder to be dispensed. As this machine uses pre- packaged coffee pods, it is not possible to adjust the coffee setting.
  • Page 22: Options

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Options The Options section of the Set-Up allows you to change settings that impact the functionality of the machine. These options are described in greater detail in the next several pages of this manual.
  • Page 23: Press & Hold (Hot Water)

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Press & Hold (Hot Water) Hot water can be programmed to be dispensed in one of two ways – by the cup, or on demand. With this feature set to OFF, when hot water is selected and the Start button is pressed, enough hot water will be dispensed to completely fill the user’s cup.
  • Page 24: Buzzer

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Buzzer This machine is equipped with a buzzer (beeper) that activates each time a button is pressed on the selection panel. In cases where the customer does not want the machine to beep upon button activation, the buzzer can be switched off in this menu.
  • Page 25: Time And Day

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod To disable/enable a selection button, 1. Enter the Set-Up mode and scroll to the Options menu. 2. Press the Enter () button. 3. Scroll to the Button Enable menu and press the Enter () button to access this option.
  • Page 26: Power Saving

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Power Saving This option allows you to set the machine to deactivate the heating element for a predetermined time every day to reduce energy consumption. To activate the Power Saving option, 1. Enter the Set-Up mode, scroll to the Options menu, and press the Enter () button.
  • Page 27: Vending

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Vending This option allows you to set type of vending device(s) to be used on the machine. The Force Vending feature can also be set in this menu. To configure a vending device, 1. Enter the Set-Up mode and scroll to the Options menu.
  • Page 28: Presets

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Presets This option allows you to select one of the preset configurations to be used on the machine. You can also reset the machine to the original factory default settings from this menu (all settings), or just reset the water pump calibration to the original factory setting.
  • Page 29: Quantity

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Quantity This setting allows you to set the quantities for the coffee water, powder product and powder water. To set the quantities, 1. Enter the Set-Up mode and scroll to the Quantity menu. 2. Press the Enter () button.
  • Page 30: Maintenance

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Maintenance To keep the equipment running efficiently and at peak performance, the following maintenance procedures must be performed at their specified intervals. It is recommended that equipment maintenance be scheduled at a time that would be the least disruptive to your customers. Whenever possible, replace the components requiring maintenance with new or refurbished ones, and then refurbish the older components at your shop.
  • Page 31: Monthly

    Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod Monthly  Clean the Whipper System – disassemble the whipper system and clean the components with hot water. • NOTE: When re-assembling the whipper components, always add some Lubrifilm lubricant to the base of the shaft in the area where the whipper base gasket is located.
  • Page 32: Error Messages

    Eccellenza Pod Operation Manual Error Messages MESSAGE DISPLAYED CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDIES • Make sure the waste bin is installed. A beverage cannot be Beverage Unavailable • Make sure both of the powder hoppers dispensed. are installed. • Verify the brewer motor wiring.
  • Page 33 Operation Manual Eccellenza Pod MESSAGE DISPLAYED CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDIES • Check the temperature settings in the set-up. The water tank is Overheat Error • The temperature probe may need to be overheating. replaced. • Press "  Power Saving Mode –...
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