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Models Included:

  •  ALP3GT15A826 

•  ALP3GT32A826 

•  ALP3GT32A898

3.   Connect the unit to electrical outlet with appropriate amperage rating (see serial tag on machine).

4.   Once power has been supplied to the unit, flip the toggle switch to the ‘ON’ position (located on the rear of the unit), the water tank will 

begin to fill. When the water level in the tank reaches the probe, the heating element(s) will turn on. 

5.   Water in the heating tank will require approximately a half hour before reaching operating temperature (factory setting of 202°F). When 

the unit reaches operating temperature, it will display “READY TO BREW”.

BREWING INSTRUCTIONS

1.  The brewer should be ON. Confirm this at the rear toggle switch, then press the ON/OFF button. Ready-to-Brew should be displayed.
2.  Place an empty decanter on warmer plate.
3.   Place a new paper filter into the brew cone.

6.  Press the BREW button on the  

control panel to start brewing.

5.  Slide the filled brewcone into the 

rails on the coffee brewer.

4.  Pour the proper amount of ground 

coffee into the brewcone.

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Service Manual – Alpha McDonald’s Fresh-Trac

Important Safeguards/Conventions

This appliance is designed for commercial use. Any servicing other than cleaning and preventive maintenance should be performed by an 

authorized Wilbur Curtis service technician.

 

• Do NOT immerse the unit in water or any other liquid

 

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do NOT open service panels. No user serviceable parts inside.

 

• Keep hands and other items away from hot surfaces of unit during operation.

 

• Never clean with scouring powders, bleach or harsh chemicals.

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WARNINGS – To help avoid personal injury

Important Notes/Cautions – from the factory

Sanitation Requirements

The Curtis Alpha G3 is Factory Pre-Set and Ready to Go… Right from the Box.

Following are the Factory Settings for the Alpha Fresh-Trac:

 

• Brew Temperature = 202°F

 

• Brew Volume = Set to vessel requirements (60 oz).   

System Requirements:

 

• Water Source   20 – 90 PSI (minimum flow rate of 1 GPM)

 

• Electrical: See attached schematic for standard model or visit www.wilburcurtis.com for your model. 

SETUP STEPS

1.   The unit should be level (left to right - front to back), on a secure surface.  
2.  Connect the water line to the water inlet fitting on the rear of the unit. Water volume flow to the machine should be consistent. Use 

tubing sized sufficiently to provide a minimum flow rate of 1 gallon per minute.

NOTE: A water filtration system must be used to help maintain trouble-free operation. 

Air must be purged from the cartridge prior to 

connection to equipment.

 In areas with extremely hard water, we highly recommend the use of a Curtis approved water filter. For our 

full line of filters, please log on to www.wilburcurtis.com.

NSF International requires the following water connection:

1.  A quick disconnect or additional coiled tubing (at least 2x the depth of the unit) is required so that the unit can be moved 

for cleaning.

2.  This unit must be installed with adequate back flow protection to comply with applicable federal, state and local codes.

3.   Water pipe connections and fixtures directly connected to a portable water supply shall be sized, installed and main

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tained in accordance with federal, state, and local codes.

CAUTION: 

DO NOT 

connect the unit to 

hot water supply. 

The inlet valve is not rated for 

hot water.

CAUTION: 

Follow 

this setup procedure 

before attempting 

to use this unit. Failure to 

follow these instructions can 

result in injury and/or void of 
warranty.

ISO 9001:2008 REGISTERED

WILBUR CURTIS CO., INC.

6913 West Acco Street

  Montebello, CA 90640-5403

For the latest information go to 

www.wilburcurtis.com

Tel: 800-421-6150

Fax: 323-837-2410

CAUTION: 

Equipment must be 

installed to comply 

with applicable federal, state, 

and local plumbing/electrical 

codes.

Summary of Contents for ALP3GT15A826

Page 1: ...from the Box Following are the Factory Settings for the Alpha Fresh Trac Brew Temperature 202 F Brew Volume Set to vessel requirements 60 oz System Requirements Water Source 20 90 PSI minimum flow rat...

Page 2: ...FF to 10 through 60 seconds press to set If Pre infusion is selected ON Cold Brew Lock is set to within 15 F of set point and Cold Brew Lock disappears from the list of program selections When Pre inf...

Page 3: ...ngs D and E that allow you to manually set the ON TIME pulses and OFF TIME If Pulse Brew is selected ON Cold Brew Lock is set to within 15 F of set point and Cold Brew Lock disappears from the list of...

Page 4: ...mes at the beginning of the brew cycle and the warmer plate will turn on The Green LED will flash every 3 to 5 seconds during the brew cycle and continue until 25 minutes have elapsed At 25 minutes th...

Page 5: ...5 ROUGH IN DRAWING INSTRUCTIONS FRESH TRAC TIMER TRANSMITTER RANGE The most effective signal range of the Fresh Trac transmitter is 230 This is shown as a top view in the illustration...

Page 6: ...6 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST ALPHA G3...

Page 7: ...G3 220V 17 WC 2467 COUPLING BODY SHUTOFF 3 8 NPT CHROME PLATED ALP3GT15A826 18 WC 826L VALVE INLET 1 GPM 120V 10W ALP AP TLP GREY BODY 19 WC 8556 HEATSINK and TRIAC ASSY 40A 600V 20 WC 103 SWITCH TOG...

Page 8: ...8 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC...

Page 9: ...t the 3 compartment sink f Allow to air dry 3 Brew Basket Cleaning Instructions a Turn coffee machine OFF b Remove coffee pots and take to 3 compartment sink c Remove brew basket and spray head fittin...

Page 10: ...This equipment must be installed by a professional technician and must comply with all local electrical mechanical and plumbing codes 3 Improper voltage Equipment must be installed at the voltage stat...

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