Summary of Contents for Precisia SYL-100
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Page 1: Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual Precisia SYL-100 PID Temperature Controlled Espresso Machine Version 1.0w Auber Instruments 30 Culworth Manor Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-783-3568 www. precisiacoffee. Patents pending... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ......Unpacking ......Description of Components . -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Precisia SYL-100 Thank you for purchasing the Precisia SYL-100 espresso and cappuccino machine. We sincerely appreciate your decision and trust that our machine will meet your expectations in both the quality of the espresso produced and the high value of our product. While we... - Page 4 Precision Temperature Control The Precisia SYL-100 incorporates a custom developed temperature control system utilizing a PID algorithm that can maintain the water temperature for brewing your espresso within one degree of the selected value. Users can easily change the water temperature to suit their own taste.
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Page 5: Specifications
Stainless Steel Group Head Precisia uses a stainless steel grouphead for better taste and uniform temperature rather than the more commonly used brass group heads which have the tendency to absorb coffee oils and negatively affect the taste. With Precisia, you are in total control of your espresso! -
Page 6: Unpacking
Unpacking the Precisia SYL-100 The Precisia SYL-100 comes nicely packaged in a sturdy cardboard box with formed styrofoam inserts to prevent damage due to shifting during transit. Carefully inspect the exterior packaging of the machine for any signs of damage during transit. -
Page 7: Description Of Components
Description of Components Control Panel. The control panel serves as the interface between you (the barista) and your espresso machine. Here you can turn the machine on and off, set the temperature parameters for brewing espresso and steaming/frothing milk, and the amount of time the pump operates for brewing espresso shots. - Page 8 Precisia is equipped with a magnetically activated low water level switch. This swit automatically turns the power off to both the pump and heating element to prevent damage to the machine when the water level reaches a preset low level.
- Page 9 depending upon either the method or amount of espresso you plan or brewing. T portafilter handle is equipped with a sliding lock that holds the basket in place when removing spent coffee grounds or a used espresso POD. stall the portafilter assembly into the espresso machine by holding the filter assembly level with the handle approximately 60 degrees to the left (8:00 o’clock position).
- Page 10 CAUTION After steaming, the steam wand is very hot. Be extremely careful with your hands and fingers when moving (rotating) the high temperature steam wand. Please select a stainless steel steaming pitcher of proper height and capacity. Recommended steaming pitcher sizes range from 12 to 20 ounces in capacity. Fill the steaming pitcher approximately 1/4 to 1/3 of its capacity with the fresh chilled milk of your choice.
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Page 11: Initial Setup
Initial Setup Cleaning the Parts. Rinse the water container and fill it with filtered water to just below the 1.25-liter mark. Before sliding the reservoir back into position, place the two silicone tubes inside the reservoir. Plug the power cord into a standard 115-120VAC grounded receptacle and note that the red power indicator LED is lit. -
Page 12: Preparing The Machine
The best is yet to come! Preparing the Machine Location Recommendations. Precisia is best located on the kitchen countertop nea the sink and preferably on the left hand side of the sink because of the location of the steam wand. -
Page 13: Operating Instructions
After operating the Precisia for a few days, most of what follows in this section will become well known and you will be producing d elicious drinks. - Page 14 Control Panel Operation The red power indicator LED will be lit anytime the machine is plugged into an electrical outlet. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the machine on. The Water Temperature Indicator LED (Green Ready Light) will begin flashing at the rate of 1/second signif ying that the boiler is heating up to the set espresso brewing temperature.
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Page 15: Brewing Espresso
NOTE In order to produce the best espresso that Precisia is capable of, we recommend that you always first “pull a blank shot” of hot water through an empty basket and portafilter prior to making a “real shot.”... - Page 16 • Load espresso grounds (or an espresso POD) into the filter basket, using one level spoon for the single-shot filter basket and two level spoons for the double-shot filter basket. Tamp the grounds level using the combination scoop/tamper, making sure that the final, tamped level of coffee in the basket is about 1/16”...
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Page 17: Cappuccino Or Latt E
Ti s: 1. Precisia’s pump can be started (or stopped) at any time even if the temperature is not at the set point by simply pressing the ESP/▲ button. 2. The default pumping time is set at 14 seconds for a single-shot (~1.0 oz or 30 ml) of espresso. - Page 18 As a reference point, note that it takes about 65 seconds for the Precisia boiler to heat from 208 F to 240 F. • Fill a chilled stainless steel steaming pitcher with fresh, cold milk in an amount equal to 1/4 to 1/3 of the pitcher’s capacity (4 to 5 ounces).
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Page 19: Steaming/Frothing Milk
Tempe rature. A steaming/frothing thermometer is included with Precisia. The frot hing should be finished once the milk reaches 140 - 150 F depending on your prefere nce. - Page 20 Precisia, ere are two ways in which this can be accomplished. 1) Use the frothing aid device (FAD), which is the gray colored plastic part screwed onto the tip of th e steam wand.
- Page 21 temperature (140 – 150 F). If frothing is started after the temperature reaches the CAP setting temperature and additional steaming is needed, you can activate the heater when the temperature drops below the CAP set temperature. Once heating is re-activated, you will notice the green LED flashing at the rate of 2/sec. The heating can also be stopped at any time by pressing the CAP button again which will be indicated by the green LED ready light being constantly lit (no LED flashing) as long as the temperature is above the ESP setting temperature.
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Page 22: Pid Temperature Control
The faster a temperature is caused to rise, the more likely it is that it will overshoot and, conversely, the slower the temperature rise, the less chance it will overshoot. The PID parameters in the Precisia have been... -
Page 23: Routine Cleaning And Maintenance
Precisia in top shape. The amount and type of cleaning operations necessary will depend upon how often you use your Precisia and how you use it. Please remember that before cleaning the machine, always turn it off, nplug it from the wall outlet, and allow it to cool. - Page 24 CLEANING THE FILTER BASKETS FOR ESPRESSO (monthly) Normally, all of the filter baskets for both ground espresso and pods stay pretty clean during normal use. • Remove the filter basket from the portafilter. • Clean the inside of the portafilter – do not wash in a dishwasher. •...
- Page 25 The frequency of descaling your espresso machine depends, to a large extent, on the uality of the water used to brew the espresso. In hard water areas, minerals found in the water will accumulate and over time affect operation of the espresso machine. Approximately every 3 months clean the machine internal parts with Urnex Cleancaf™.
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Page 26: Troubleshooting
Troubleshootin Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Possible solution Display is flashing “SSS” Water level in the Fill the reservoir with water reservoir is low or the and/or f ully seat the reservoir is not fully reservoir. seated in the machine. Display is flashing “_ _ _” Temperature is over 300 Turn the machine off and allow it to cool down. -
Page 27: Warranty
Warranty Auber Instruments warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the d ate of t he original purchas e when utiliz ed for normal household , subject to the fo llowing conditions, exclusions and exceptions.
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