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14. Stop- and plus-button incl. LED 15. Cleaning and minus button incl. LED 16. Free programming product buttons 17. Shift button incl. LED Illustration: Standard panel M. Schaerer Ltd. Phone: +41 31 858 51 11 User manual Gewerbestrasse 15 Fax:...
All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication approval. M. Schaerer Ltd. reserves the right to change the content at any time without any prior notice. BASO 1 MS - 02.01 - V02...
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Introduction Page 1-2 BASO 1 MS - 02.01 - V02...
Introduction Chapter The User manual This manual will inform you in detail on programming, commissioning, use and cleaning of your new machine. It also contains important safety instructions to ensure safe use. We therefore recommend that you read all instructions carefully before commissioning the machine and that you keep them handy for future reference.
Introduction Symbols and pictograms This section provides you with important notes and information. This note indicates possible damage to property as well as possible financial and statutory penalties (e.g. loss of rights to claim under guarantee, liability suits, etc.). This note indicates a risk of severe and/or fatal injury if specific procedural rules are violated.
Safety instructions Safety instructions General This chapter warns you about possible dangers when operating your new machine. The information contained herein on how to recognize hazardous situations enables a safe and proper operation. The coffee machine will be handed over by a service technician authorized by the manufacturer.
Safety instructions Prevention of accidents In the event of incorrect operation or misuse, one or more of the following might occur: • Risk of severe and/or fatal injury of the operator, third persons or animals that are in close proximity to the machine, •...
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Safety instructions Pressing the [ ] button will only switch off the machine, but not physically separate it from the mains. If your machine is equipped with a refrigerator, do not disconnect the power supply, as this will switch off the cooling system. When the coffee machine is not used for a prolonged period of time (e.g.
M. Schaerer Ltd.. The operating manual is an integral part of the above agreement of use. Any usage other than within the limits specified herein shall be regarded as not in accordance with the designated use.
Safety instructions Liability Guarantee and liability claims in the event of injury to people and damage to property cannot be entertained if they are due to one or more of the following causes: • Any use other than the designated one •...
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Description Chapter Contents Chapter Text Page Description..................3-2 Coffee machine data ........................3-2 3.1.1 Overview.............................3-2 3.1.2 Coffee machine operating panel......................3-2 3.1.3 User facility ............................3-2 3.1.4 Safety precautions ..........................3-2 3.1.5 Installation layout Ambiente-1 with Milk Smart...................3-3 3.1.6 Serial plate............................3-4 Product data............................3-4 3.2.1 Performance ............................3-4 3.2.2 Dimensions ............................3-4...
Coffee machine operating panel (See Cover back page) 3.1.3 User facility The following beverages can be made with the Schaerer Ambiente 1: Coffee creme Coffee Espresso coffee Decaffeinated coffee („light coffee“) Steam to heat up milk Hot water for aromatic tea Cappuccino (Option / Milk Smart) 3.1.4...
The phase must be secured with 10A, with the exception of the 15 SO Powersteam. For special voltages please contact M. Schaerer Ltd. or an authorized representative. Page 3-4...
100 mg per liter. Ideal ph-value = 7. Otherwise see the local rules. Equipment and accessories 3.3.1 Model variations The Schaerer Ambiente 1 model is available in four different versions: 1 SO = Coffee only 1 SO Milk Smart = Coffee - and Milk products...
Description Commissioning 3.4.1 Initial commissioning of the coffee machine The coffee machine must be installed and commissioned by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer. 3.4.2 Set-up conditions 3.4.3 Location • Prior to installing, ensure that the coffee machine will not be positioned on a hot surface or near an oven.
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Operation Chapter Contents Chapter Text Page Operation ................... 4-2 Introduction............................4-2 Operating Modes ..........................4-2 Messages displayed when coffee machine is ready for operation ..........4-3 Routine operation ..........................4-3 4.4.1 Refilling of coffee beans ........................4-3 4.4.2 Pre-checks............................4-3 4.4.3 Switching on the coffee machine......................4-4 4.4.4 Preparing - DECAF products......................4-4 4.4.5...
Operation Operation Introduction This chapter describes the basic functions of the coffee machine. Read them carefully to ensure easy and problem-free routine operation. Proper installation and programming of the coffee machine by an authorised service technician are crucial for a smooth operation and good product quality. •...
Operation Messages displayed when coffee machine is ready for operation Empty the grounds container. Up to five more coffees can be made; ….. after that, the espresso machine locks. grounds cont. full The temperature of an instantaneous water heater has fallen to more …..
Operation 4.4.3 Switching on the coffee machine Turn on the coffee machine by pressing the [ ] button, or insert the CHEF card into the card reader, if the service technician has programmed the ma- chine accordingly. The green LED next to the [ ] button will illuminate.
Operation If you do not want to dispense any other products on this level, press the prod- uct button assigned to the [ ] button to return to level 1. Do not remove the cup before the LED next to the product button is switched off.
Operation Place the container on a stable surface. Clean the outside of the steam pipe with a wet and clean paper cloth. Point the steam pipe towards the drip grid. Press the [ ] button twice in short sequence to clean the inside of the steam pipe. 4.4.7 Preparing Cappuccino using the Milk Smart system Insert the suction hose (1) into the milk container.
For safety reasons, pull the trolley from place to place - do not push it. • The trolley is not intended for the transport of goods. M. SCHAERER Ltd. does not accept liability for damage that occurs because the trolley is handled incor- rectly or because the instructions in the manual have not been followed.
Operation 4.5.4 Ambiente with side-mounted fresh water tank The following is displayed each time the machine is switched on and before it is cleaned: w ater tank full ? 1. Remove the water tank. 2. Fill it with fresh water and replace it. 3.
Operation Programming using standard chip cards The CHEF and SAVE DATA cards are part of the standard delivery package. They provide a simple means of changing settings or retrieving information from the cof- fee machine. For all the functions described in this chapter, it is assumed that the coffee ma- chine is ready for routine operation in normal operating mode.
Operation 4. Press the [ ] button to set the daily counters to zero. To avoid deleting the daily counter: Remove the CHEF card or press the [ ] button. 5. The counters are set to zero. Done… 4.7.5 Read annual total for coffee and for each button 1.
Operation 4.7.8 Adjusting the quantity of product dispensed Use this function to set the amount of water delivered for each product individually. 1. Insert the CHEF card into the card reader. 2. Press the [ ] or [ ] button until the following menu is displayed: change fill quantity select product 3.
Operation Timer operation can be switched on or off with the PROGRAM card. If the machine has switched off automatically, it can be switched on at any time with the [ ] button. This interrupts the switching function until the next cycle. The switching times are only active Monday - Friday.
SAVE DATA card. You should keep the SAVE DATA card in a safe place where it can always been found. Only use the SAVE DATA card after consulting the authorized SCHAERER cus- tomer service team. 4.7.15 Menu overview Machine -->...
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Cleaning Chapter Contents Chapter Text Page Cleaning ..................... 5-2 Important general notes on cleaning....................5-2 Daily cleaning............................5-3 5.2.1 Inside Cleaning ...........................5-3 5.2.2 Automatic rinsing ..........................5-4 5.2.3 Manual rinsing ............................5-4 5.2.4 Milk tube rinsing..........................5-4 Daily cleaning............................5-5 Daily cleaning with Milk Smart ......................5-7 BASO 1 MS - 02.05 - V02 Page 5-1...
Cleaning Cleaning Important general notes on cleaning Never reach into the machine during automatic cleaning and keep clear of the beverage outlets. Never clean the machine with a hose or a high pressure cleaner. Do not use steam cleaning devices. Never immerse the machine in water! Please follow the generally valid hygiene HACCP regulations! Always follow hygiene procedure in accordance with local and federal health regula-...
Cleaning Daily cleaning The intervals in which the cleaning program is to be carried out are programmed by the service technician. When cleaning is required at pre-set time the display will show: select product cleaning program The automatic cleaning process starts again from the beginning if the coffee machine is switched off or after a power outage.
Cleaning 5.2.2 Automatic rinsing The automatic rinsing is programmed by a Service technician and is self starting. 5.2.3 Manual rinsing 1. Press the button once. rinse Milk system 5.2.4 Milk tube rinsing 1. Press the button twice. (LED of the cleaning button is illuminated). rinse Milk system rinse w ater 2.
Cleaning Daily cleaning Read the information given in the user manual carefully. They contain important information about safety, hygiene, using and maintaining the machine. During the automatic cleaning never reach into the machine or under the beverage outlets. The status of the cleaning and some cleaning steps are shown in the display. 020'004.002 020'004.002 020'150.001...
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Cleaning Dry the external surfaces with a clean paper tissue. Rinse the drip tray with warm water. Wait until the following display message is showing: Re-insert the drip grid. select product 12:00 02.02.2004 Remove the drip grid and clean it under clean, warm, running water.
Cleaning Daily cleaning with Milk Smart Read the information given in the user manual carefully as it contains important information regarding safety, hygiene, use and maintenance of the machine. During the automatic cleaning never reach into the machine or under the beverage outlets. You have the following cleaning possibilities: 1.
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Cleaning Fill the cleaning container with 450 ml Press the button as shown in the Wait until the display is showing: of warm water (40 °C - 50 °C). picture. Add the cleaning agent (50 ml). cleaning program cleaning program Place the tubes in the container.
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Error messages and malfunctions Chapter Contents Chapter Text Page Error messages and malfunctions ..........6-2 Display messages..........................6-2 Error messages with display......................6-4 6.2.1 Error messages - coffee machine.......................6-4 6.2.2 Chip card error messages ........................6-7 Malfunctions without display messages..................6-8 Too little milk foam ...........................6-8 BASO 1 MS - 02.06 - V02 Page 6-1...
Error messages and malfunctions Error messages and malfunctions Display messages Display Cause Rectification - If you have removed the ground container, the machine will prompt you, to do the manual cleaning manual cleaning. (sTxt-023) - The machine is ready for dispensing. The product buttons are ready for use (select).
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Schaerer cleaning tablet in the tablet opening. (sTxt-024) - After the cleaning program is finished and...
Error messages and malfunctions Error messages with display 6.2.1 Error messages - coffee machine Inform your authorized customer service representative immediately if you cannot clear an error message using the tips below! Do not attempt to repair the espresso machine yourself! Display Cause Rectification...
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Error messages and malfunctions Display Cause Rectification - An object (e.g. a stone) is stuck in the [ ] / - Press the STOP button. grinder. - If the message persists, disconnect the grinder left blocked coffee machine from the power mains. Vacuum the coffee beans out of the grinder.
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Error messages and malfunctions Display Cause Rectification -The battery of the main PC board in the - Contact a manufacturer-authorised cus- machine is low and needs to be replaced. tomer service representative. change battery (sTxt-170) -This means that the button you pressed does not have any access to the to the button locked program.
Error messages and malfunctions 6.2.2 Chip card error messages The following messages indicate handling errors relating to the chip cards. Display Cause Rectification - The data structure on the SAVE DATA chip - Request a new SAVE DATA chip card from card was damaged.
Error messages and malfunctions Malfunctions without display messages The following problems may occur without causing the espresso machine to display an error message. Malfunction Cause Rectification Dark display, no - Plug at power socket is disconnected or - Reconnect plug at power socket or switch message main switch is OFF.
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Appendix Chapter Contents Chapter Text Page Appendix .................... 7-2 CE Declaration of conformity ......................7-2 Cleaning agent ..........................7-3 7.2.1 Cleaning powder for coffee machine....................7-3 Serial plate of steam generator and instant heater...............7-4 Environmental aspects ........................7-4 BASO 1 MS - 02.07 - V02 Page 7-1...
Electrical Equipment for Use within Stipulated Voltage Limits. 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility. The declaration of conformity can be obtained from the following ad- dresses: M. Schaerer Ltd. Gewerbestrasse 15 CH - 3302 Moosseedorf / Switzerland Phone: +41 031 858 85 111...
Appendix Cleaning agent 7.2.1 Cleaning powder for coffee machine Before you use the cleaning powder, read the label on the cleaning powder container and the "HEALTH AND SAFETY DATA SHEET." Should you not be in possession of the safety sheet, please order it from the distributing company. Purpose: For the daily cleaning of the coffee machine’s coffee system.
Appendix Serial plate of steam generator and instant heater Type Type Excess operating pressure ........2,5 bar ..2.5 bar Maximum excess op. pressure p max ......12 bar ..12 bar Test excess pressure ..
Index Index A C D E F G H I L M O P R S T U W Text Chapter Page Index Adjusting the quantity of product dispensed 4.7.8 .................... Ambiente with side-mounted fresh water tank 4.5.4 ..................
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Index Text Chapter Page Index Extended idle time of up to 4 weeks (e.g. holiday close-down) 4.6.1 ............Extended idle times ............................Index Filling the fresh water tank 4.5.1 .......................... Index General ................................Index Hygiene ................................
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Index Text Chapter Page Index Overview 3.1.1 ............................... Index Performance 3.2.1 ..............................Pre-checks 4.4.2 ..............................Preparing - Coffee and hot water 4.4.5 ......................Preparing - DECAF products 4.4.4 ........................Preparing - Steam 4.4.6 ............................Preparing Cappuccino using the Milk Smart system 4.4.7 ...............
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Index Text Chapter Page Index Water connection / outlet 3.2.4 ..........................Page 8-4 BASO 1 MS - 02.08 - V02...
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