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Astra Super Automatic machines are provided with the 1/4” male flare beverage connection
located under the front tray of the ASTRA machine. The user must provide a 3/8” appliance
water line. A water pressure regulator is suggested if water pressure exceeds 50 PSI. The
machine operates best when the water supply is at least 20 PSI.
WATER
All Astra machines must be connected according to the local and national electrical and
plumbing codes. For a 110-volt machine, a dedicated circuit with ground is required. A
220-volt machine must be connected to a single-phase power (2 hot and ground) and the
equipment must be grounded.
Large boiler machines (7.0 liter) require a 30 amp breaker. Smaller boiler machines
(4.5 liter) require a 20 amp breaker. Electrical plugs are not provided with the pigtail and
must be matched with the receptacle at the site (unless specified before shipment).
NOTICE:
All ASTRA equipment must be installed in accordance with all applicable
Federal, State and/or local electrical and plumbing codes.
POWER
REQUIRED CONNECTIONS
All plumbed Astra machines are provided with a flexible hose (1” outside diameter) which
must be connected to the drain basket under the front drain tray and must be sloped
properly.
DRAIN