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Summary

1. Information regarding the use of the machine

2. General safety rules and warranty
3. Connect the machine

3.1. Connect to existing water lines and to drain system
3.2. Connect to power supply
3.3. Switch the machine ON

4. Brewing espresso

4.1. Brewing espresso: lever version
4.2. Brewing espresso: electronic version
4.3. Brewing espresso: electronic version doses programming

5. Grouphead washing cycle

4.2. Brewing espresso: electronic version
4.3. Brewing espresso: electronic version doses programming

6. Steam milk and puor hot water

6.1. increase/decrease pressure/temperature

7. Hints, Tips, and Tricks

7.1. Maximizing Steaming Power
7.2. Minimizing Temperature Variations During the Pull
7.3. Minimizing Mineral Buildup

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Summary of Contents for Lollo HX

Page 1: ...Lollo HX user s guide ...

Page 2: ...2 Brewing espresso electronic version 4 3 Brewing espresso electronic version doses programming 5 Grouphead washing cycle 4 2 Brewing espresso electronic version 4 3 Brewing espresso electronic version doses programming 6 Steam milk and puor hot water 6 1 increase decrease pressure temperature 7 Hints Tips andTricks 7 1 Maximizing Steaming Power 7 2 MinimizingTemperature Variations During the Pull...

Page 3: ...ch stratching milk 8 3 After Each Session 8 4 Backflushing 8 5 Cleaning the Portafilter and Filter Basket 8 6 Exterior Cleaning 8 7 Grouphead Gasket Replacement 8 8 Hot Water Wand and Steam Wand 8 9 LongTerm Storage Waste disposal 17 17 18 18 20 21 21 22 22 23 27 ...

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Page 5: ...er do not touch hot parts hot water or steam pipes do not remove the filter holder during coffee delivery do not leave the machine off if temperature is below zero do not leave the filter holders hooked to the groups if the machine is not in use regenerate the softener at scheduled periods The use of any kind of electric machine means the observance of the very simple following rules do not touch ...

Page 6: ...d in case of non observance of the instructions contained in this handbook non observance of the intended use as per instructions failure to comply with the recommended maintenance schedule use of non original spare parts during maintenance and repairs and or when maintenance works are performed by unqualified personnel failure to comply with general measures for accident prevention and Industrial...

Page 7: ...onnect the other side of the pipe 3 8 BSPT to your existing water line Connect the Drainage hose to the relevant cup provided under the Drip tray IMPORTANT make sure the incoming pressure is not above 4 bar if this happens install a pressure reducer The right pressure to brew espresso is between 9 9 5 bar this is the bypass setting of motor pump If the incoming water pressure is more than the bypa...

Page 8: ...hermic protection and fuses this installation work must be carried out by skilled personnel only Before connecting electrical supply be sure that AC mains and machine voltage are corresponding If these standards are not followed VIBIEMME will not be held responsible for damages to things and or persons Connect the power cable to the previously installed main switch following the drawing below ...

Page 9: ...then check on Brew Pressure Gauge right side of the machine that boiler pressure is about 0 9 1 1 bar In this phase it is necessary to open both the SteamValves and let the air inside the boiler go out IMPORTANT the boiler water filling is protected by the time out function 120 seconds once this time is elapsed water filling automatically stops touchpads leds start blinking Then it is necessary to...

Page 10: ...y 4 2 Brewing espresso electronic version Press any of the four dose keys belonging to the group chosen for dispensation in order to start pouring coffee The LED related to the chosen dose key remains ON until the coffee dispensation is completed NOTE the dosing allows to produce coffee at the same time from all the groups on the machine Any dispensation in progress can be stopped by pressing any ...

Page 11: ...d to the group under programming to stop the dispensation The new dose value is memorized At the same time all LEDs related to doses switches ON and the programming LED starts blinking it is now possible to go on programming the other doses without repeating the entering procedure see point 1 Repeat point 2 and 3 to program all other coffee doses if the programming time out hasn t elapsed In case ...

Page 12: ...r keys of the group is pressed During washing the LEDs on the touchpad are OFF expect the two blinking LEDS mentioned above 5 2 Grouphead washing cycle semiautomatic version The washing cycle allows the groups cleaning and can be started as follows press at the same time both and belonging to the group to be washed When one of the other keys of the group is pressed during washing all LEDs light up...

Page 13: ...rom the Steam Wand and the boiler pressure should drop slightly After a few seconds close the SteamValve It is normal for some water to spurt out of the Steam Wand when the Steam Valve is first opened after it has been closed for some time WARNING Steam can easily cause deep and nasty burns The metal Steam Wand gets very hot Always move the Steam Wand by holding the rubber sleeve and take great ca...

Page 14: ...cessing the pressurestat adjustment is simple Simply remove the Cup WarmingTray and on the top back of the machine you can find the Pressostat Sirai black plastic box with a graduate scale fit a screwdriver then turn to adjust the boiler temperature CLOCKWISE LOWERS the TEMPERATURE PRESSURE COUNTERCLOCKWISE RAISES the TEMPERATURE PRESSURE ...

Page 15: ...zed As you draw off steam the pressure in the boiler and thus the temperature will drop slightly which keeps the heating element energized With a little practice you will be able to do this without hardly even thinking about it 7 2 MinimizingTemperature Variations During the Pull A similar procedure can be used for the brew cycle The best time to begin pulling a shot is when the heating element ha...

Page 16: ...pump water out of the boiler occasionally This is particularly important if you rarely use the hot water function of the Vibiemme Domobar To refresh the water in the boiler simply place a heat resistant vessel under the hot water wand and open the valve Dispense about 6 ounces and then allow the boiler to refill before proceeding Repeat this two or three times Doing so every one or two weeks will ...

Page 17: ...etter to do cleaning and maintenance chores a little too often rather than not often enough 8 1 After Each Pull KNOCK PUCK After the pull the spent coffee puck in the Portafilter should be knocked out The best way is to use a knock box These feature a cushioned bar with a soft surface that protects the Portafilter from damage QUICK FLUSH As soon as you remove the Portafilter from the Grouphead aft...

Page 18: ... clean Coffee residue left here will not only degrade performance over time but can also detrimentally affect the taste of the coffee At the end of each session use the Grouphead Brush which was included with your Vibiemme espresso machine to clean the screen as well as to give the area in which the grouphead gasket resides a good scrubbing PORTAFILTER At the end of each session the Portafilter sh...

Page 19: ...e the Portafilter and turn on the brew switch again Wiggle the handle to loosen the portafilter a bit so that water can flush the area around the grouphead WARNING Hot water will spill out and pour onto the drip tray Use caution to avoid burns from the splashing hot water ...

Page 20: ... manufacturer s instructions for specific amounts to be used 3 Lock the Portafilter into place just like you would to make espresso 4 Manually engage the brew function 5 Watch the Brew pressure gauge and when pressure builds to about 9 BAR turn the brew function off 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you see the suds of the cleaning agent appear in the DripTray removing the drip tray cover during this p...

Page 21: ...l Dissolve a bit of espresso machine cleaner in hot water in a glass container The solution can also be used to clean the portafilter body as well as the portafilter baskets and any other similar parts soiled with coffee These parts can be disassembled and soaked overnight if necessary to remove stubborn stains but soaking them for five to ten minutes is usually more than sufficient for properly m...

Page 22: ...ue is left in the grouphead If need be use a brass bristle brush to clean the area To install the new gasket assemble the gasket over the shower screen and place them on a portafilter Maneuver the assembly into place and then simply lock the portafilter into place as you would when making espresso The cam action of the portafilter locking into place will push the shower screen and gasket into plac...

Page 23: ... the addition of these chemicals and add a warning to completely flush the machine before use Be sure to completely flush the system before energizing the heating element when putting the machine back into service WARNING Neither damage from these sorts of chemicals nor damage from freezing are covered by the warranty Use of these chemicals and storage in freezing conditions is to be done at your ...

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Page 27: ...u can deliver it to the appropriate sites for the differentiated waste collection managed by the Commune In case the appliance has got batteries take them away before proceeding to the waste disposal Since batteries contain substances highly polluting they also must be disposed in a differentiated collection site ...

Page 28: ... www vbmespresso com VIBIEMME S p A Via Gounod 25 27 Cinisello Balsamo 20092 Milano Italy ...

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