ZIRCON 3GR ..................................9 Accessories..................................... 9 OVERVIEW OF COMPONENTS ........................10 ZIRCON MINI ..................................10 ZIRCON 2GR ..................................11 ZIRCON DISPLAY CONTROL 3GR ..........................12 DIMENSION SKETCH ............................13 ZIRCON MINI CONTROL ............................. 13 ZIRCON 2GR ..................................14 ZIRCON 3GR ..................................15 TRANSPORT ................................16...
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ZIRCON CONTENTS OPERATION ..............................20 Espresso brewing ..............................20 Steaming and frothing milk ..........................21 Hot water dispensing ............................22 ESPRESSO MACHINE WITH BUILT-IN GRINDER ..............23 Operations before starting up the coffee grinder ..................23 How to obtain a ground coffee dose ....................... 23 Adjusting the grinding coarseness ........................
ZIRCON SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Hazard intensity levels There are four different levels of notification intensity within this manual, as identified by the signal words DANGER, WARNING, IMPORTANT, and NOTE. The level of risk and importance of the notification is determined by the following definitions. Always observe the warnings to ensure safety and prevent potential injury and product damage.
ZIRCON GENERAL Introduction Thank you for choosing a Zircon espresso machine. We hope you enjoy it ! Read this user manual carefully before starting Do not discard this manual, it will be useful for to use the machine. future reference. If damaged or lost, request a This manual contains important instructions copy from the manufacturer.
ZIRCON GENERAL In case of emergency, (e.g., the machine catches units high of the same model. Do not place fire or becomes unusually hot or noisy), other heavy items on top of the box. disconnect the power immediately and turn off If the machine is likely to be exposed to the water supply.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ZIRCON ZIRCON MINI MODEL SPECIFICATIONS MINI CONTROL MINI GRINDER MINI 2GR Steam wand 1 unit Hot water outlet 1 unit Temperature control Pressure switch Programmed via display Dispensing system for tall cups Optional Energy saving mode 630, 460, 590...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ZIRCON ZIRCON 2GR MODEL SPECIFICATIONS 2GR CONTROL 2GR PULSER 2GR DISPLAY Steam wand 1 unit 2 units Hot water outlet 1 unit 1 unit Temperature control Pressure switch PID regulation Programmed via display Dispensing system for tall cups...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ZIRCON ZIRCON 3GR MODEL SPECIFICATIONS 3GR CONTROL 3GR DISPLAY Steam wand 2 units Hot water outlet 1 unit Temperature control Pressure switch PID regulation Programmed via display Dispensing system for tall cups Optional Energy saving mode Height, width, depth (mm)
ZIRCON OVERVIEW OF COMPONENTS Front view of the machine ZIRCON MINI ON/OFF switch Drink buttons Hot water tap Steam tap Hot water outlet Steam wand Heating lamp Portafilter Boiler pressure gauge Brewing group...
ZIRCON OVERVIEW OF COMPONENTS Front view of the machine ZIRCON 2GR Manometer Drink buttons Hot water tap Steam tap ON/OFF switch Hot water outlet Heating lamp Portafilter Steam wand Brewing group...
ZIRCON OVERVIEW OF COMPONENTS Front view of the machine ZIRCON DISPLAY CONTROL 3GR Digital display ON/OFF switch Steam tap Drink buttons Steam tap Heating lamp Steam wand Portafilter Hot water outlet Brewing group Steam wand...
ZIRCON DIMENSION SKETCH ZIRCON MINI CONTROL Model ZIRCON MINI 1Gr 530 mm 460 mm 590 mm 74 mm ZIRCON MINI 1Gr Take Away 530 mm 460 mm 590 mm 124 mm ZIRCON MINI 2Gr 530 mm 460 mm 590 mm...
ZIRCON DIMENSION SKETCH ZIRCON 2GR Model ZIRCON 2Gr 530 mm 680 mm 590 mm 74 mm ZIRCON 2Gr Take Away 530 mm 680 mm 590 mm 124 mm ZIRCON 2Gr 3 Boilers 530 mm 680 mm 590 mm 74 mm...
ZIRCON DIMENSION SKETCH ZIRCON 3GR Model ZIRCON 3GR 530 mm 980 mm 590 mm 74 mm ZIRCON 3GR Take Away 530 mm 980 mm 590 mm 124 mm ZIRCON 3Gr Boilers 530 mm 980 mm 590 mm 74 mm ZIRCON 3Gr 4 Boilers...
ZIRCON TRANSPORT Packaging The machine is shipped in a custom-designed carton which utilizes model-specific polystyrene cushions to protect it from damage. The machine’s carton features standardized handling symbols to explain proper shipping and storage methods. The machine must remain in a horizontal position during the transport. Do not store or handle the machine except on its feet.
ZIRCON INSTALLATION Electrical installation The machine should only be connected to the power supply by qualified personnel. The following safety instructions should be obeyed at all times: Ensure that the electrical requirements stated on the TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (pages 7 - 9) match the specifications of the power supply at the outlet.
ZIRCON INSTALLATION Water connection Connecting the machine to the domestic water supply must be performed by a qualified person. Purge at least 20 liters of water from the domestic water supply before connecting the machine to it to flush out any debris that may be in the plumbing system that would otherwise accumulate inside the boilers.
ZIRCON INSTALLATION The Portafilter set Filter basket locking spring Filter basket Portafilter spring channel Portafilter and filter basket for single espresso (7g) Portafilter Portafilter & filter basket for double espresso (14g) Inserting the Portafilter in the group Align the portafilter's two flanges with Insert the portafilter and rotate it counterclockwise the two slots in the group housing.
ZIRCON OPERATION Espresso brewing Important: Always keep the portafilter inserted in the group to keep it warm. This is important to maintain an optimal temperature when the espresso is dispensing. Unlock and remove the portafilter Fill the filter basket with from the group head.
ZIRCON OPERATION Steaming and frothing milk Steaming Frothing Immerse the steam wand into the milk, Place the steam wand over the drip making sure the wand tip is submerged. tray and open the steam lever for a few seconds to allow condensed water to be ejected.
ZIRCON OPERATION Hot water dispensing Machines with manual water tap Place a jug (or similar) under the hot water outlet Open the hot water tap. Close the tap as soon as the machine has dispensed the desired amount of water.
ZIRCON ESPRESSO MACHINE WITH BUILT-IN GRINDER Operations before starting up the coffee grinder Pos. PART NAME Bean hopper lid Bean hopper Bean stop Grinding adjustment disk Dosage device lid Dosage device Grinder on/off switch Dosage lever Coffee tamper Ground coffee outlet Check that the bean hopper (2) is correctly fitted in place.
ZIRCON ESPRESSO MACHINE WITH BUILT-IN GRINDER Adjusting the grinding coarseness For a finer ground coffee: Turn the grinding adjustment disc(4) clockwise. For a courser ground coffee: Turn the grinding adjustment disc(4) counter-clockwise. Fine Coarse Important: You should only adjust the coarseness when the grinder is turned off.
ZIRCON CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Coffee machine cleaning Important: To keep the machine looking and working like new, you should always follow the cleaning and care instructions provided in this manual. Always turn off the main power switch when cleaning the exterior of the machine.
ZIRCON CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Brewing group and Portafilter WARNING! Never try to remove the portafilter while the group is performing the cleaning operation, as the pressurized hot water could cause scalding or serious injury. After cleaning has finished, wait at least 3 seconds before removing the portafilter.
ZIRCON CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the gasket and shower plate Cleaning the gasket While making espresso, coffee grounds will naturally accumulate on the group’s sealing surface. Allowing an excessive amount of grounds to build up can prevent the portafilter from properly sealing to the group head.
ZIRCON CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Additional handling of the machine Always remove and insert the portafilters gently. Never use excessive force to try to close the portafilter. If the portafilter does not turn and lock into place without excessive force this usually indicates that there is too much coffee in the filter basket.
ZIRCON PROGRAMMING Buttons functions The following functions can be programmed and controlled from the digital display: Volume control of four different espresso drinks per brewing group. Timed hot water dispensing. Automatic boiler filling and level control. Automatic heating element shut-down in event of a low water condition.
ZIRCON PROGRAMMING Programming the coffee dosage To program the coffee doses dispensed automatically by each drink button follow the steps below: Important: Use a portafilter filled with fresh coffee for every new dose to be programmed. On machines not equipped with a display, press and hold the Continuous Dispensing button for 4 seconds, all of the drink buttons lights will be turned on.
ZIRCON PROGRAMMING USING THE DISPLAY Machine status Machines equipped with a display include the following additional functions: Automatic daily on/off timer (stand-by function). Clock settings (current time and date). Welcome message. Number of coffees/infusions dispensed. Digital boiler-temperature display and control.
ZIRCON PROGRAMMING USING THE DISPLAY Accessing the second level menu functions With the machine on, press the Continuous Dispensing button Doses setting on the Left-hand-side Drinks bank buttons and hold it down (for over Select within 30s 8 seconds) until the dose-programming menu is displayed. All the drink fig.
ZIRCON PROGRAMMING USING THE DISPLAY Auto On/Off After accepting the changes made in the “set clock” menu, pressing the 2 Auto On/Off Short Espressos button accesses the coffee machine’s auto on/off hh.mm programming menu (see fig. 09). fig. 9 To change the auto on/off time, increase/decrease the values (hours) using...
ZIRCON MESSAGES AND ALARMS Flow meter Fault in flow meter X / Gr. X Flow fault detected in counter X Time-out alarm Check that the machine is receiving water. Boiler filling up Probe unconnect Temperature sensor fault Service the machine.
ZIRCON TROUBLESHOOTING The following checks can be carried out by users only after the machine has been turned off and disconnected from the power supply. For all other nonspecific machine faults, disconnect the machine from the power supply and immediately contact authorised and qualified service personnel.
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For the warranty to be valid the conditions for maintenance must have been followed according to our instructions, proper precaution has been made and warranty claim been issued without delay. The affected equipment may not be used during awaiting service if there is any risk that the damage or defect would worsen.
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