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USER MANUAL ARC ASCASO

ascaso for coffee lovers

Technical specifications Diagram Safety. Start-up Preparation of coffee Preparation of cappuccino Preparation of steam Maintenance and cleaning Guarantee Declaration of EC conformity Quick consultation table ENGLISH 2009-11 UM 4 HOME.FH11 Tue Feb 23 14:39:51 2010 1-. Technical specifications DREAM ARC ELIPSE Voltage (V) 230VAC~/50Hz - 120VAC~/60Hz Power (W)

Filter holder Brass *length x height x depth (mm) FF= Fixed filter. MF= Mobile filter. Main features Metal body. ABS(Basic) Brass coffee unit. Professional system. Automatic temperature control. Cappuccino maker and hot water. Versatile (mobile filter): Ground coffee/pod. (Option) Food materials. Cup warmer. Innovative and functional design. EC Certification.

6 Temperature pilot light 7 Mobile filter holder (ground/pod) ENGLISH

8 Coffee group. (Attention hot surface)

9 Cup warmer. (Attention hot surface)

10 Mobile filter holder (only pod-option) ENGLISH 4 Steam/water control DREAM

11 Tray 12 Steam pilot light (Only Dream)

13 On/Off Pilot light (Only Dream) 14 Thermometer (coffee/steam) (Only Dream) Only monodosis - Option 15 Coffee-Press 16 Coffee spoon (7gr)

17 Discharge tube 18 Steam wand 3 holes (only boiler models) 19 Blind filter (Dream mobile filter holder) Pod BASIC ELIPSE Only ground

Fixed filter holder (Only pod option)

1-. Read all instructions 2-. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3-. To protect againts fire, electric shock and injury to persons do not immerse cord, plugs or (state specific part or parts in question) in water or other liquid. 4-. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 5-. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance. 6-. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any way. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment. 7-. The use of accesory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons. 8-. Do not use outdoors (this item may be omitted if the products is specifically designed for outdoor use). 9-. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces. 10-.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven. 11-.Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “off” then remove plug from wall outlet. 12-.Do not use appliance for other than intended use. 13-.Save these instructions. Before setting the appliance going, the person installing should read this manual carefully. The operator should be a responsible adult. In the event of any anomaly, contact your distributor. Start-up

1 - .Check the electrical voltage is the

same as the voltage displayed on the machine specifications label.

2 - .Fill the reservoir with fresh water. (see

picture 1) Check the water intake tube is immersed in the reservoir. The use of low mineral water is recommended. Water quality affects the taste and quality of the coffee, in addition to preventing future breakdowns. Consult us about our filters (descaling treatment)-optional.

3 - .Plug it into the mains.

A) The machine is being used for the first time or has not been used for some time. Change the water in the boiler and circuit. 1-.Connect the coffee machine with switch 0/1 1 .

2.-Put the filter holder 7 without coffee into position and a recipient below. 3-.Switch on the coffee switch 2 and run approximately half a reservoir capacity of water through it. Careful: Check that the reservoir has enough water. If the coffee machine is used without water, pump resistance may be damaged. B) PRIMING. l If coffee does not emerge, when the machine has not been used for some time l After producing steam l If there is no water in the reservoir, the following procedure should be performed: 1-.Turn on the steam tap 4 with the coffee machine switched on. 2-.Turn on the coffee function 2 and allow the water to come out (one cup) through the steam tube 5 . 3-.Turn off the coffee function 2 and turn off the steam tap 4 . The coffee machine is now ready for use. ascaso provide a suitable grind. If the coffee comes out either very quickly or very slowly, the type of coffee should be changed for another finer or thicker grind and tamping of the coffee should be varied according our recommendations. 1-.Switch on the machine using the main switch 0/1 1 and place the filterholder (with the filter) into the group.In Dream boiler model, orienting discharge tube 17 toward the interior of the tray 11 . 2-.Wait for the pilot light 6 to switch off (approx. 1.5 minutes). This means the coffee machine has reached the ideal temperature. Press coffee switch 2 and let water run out. Do this before making the coffee. This will remove residue and balance the temperature to create optimum working conditions.

3 - .Fill the coffee filter basket (1 or two

coffees according to requirements), Three-quarter size. The filter must be filled to 3/4 of its capacity, once pressed.(see picture 2A) ENGLISH 2009-11 UM 4 HOME.FH11 Tue Feb 23 14:39:51 2010 C)After steam has been produced, it is very important to wait for the pilot light 6 to go on again and either to switch off or to perform priming.

FIXED FILTER HOLDER SYSTEM

Step A is unnecessary. Step B and C are necessaries. 4-. Preparation of coffee Please, check your system: (ground , versatile, pod) Ground (Only ground system) Any type of coffee may be used. For optimum results, we recommend using special "espresso" coffee blends as they Picture 2A Picture 2B 4 . -Clean off the remains of coffee that have been deposited on the edges of the filter basket so that it fits perfectly. 5-.Place the filter holder 7 into the group 8 starting from the left and turning towards the right with enough pressure at the end. (see picture 3) 6-.Put the cups or cup on the grille and switch on the coffee switch 2 . 7-.When the coffee has finished being

Notes: 1 .The filter holder should always be placed in the machine so that it remains warm. Closed position. 2 .Place the cups on the cup warmer . The right temperature (optimum 40ºC/105ºF) will improve the espresso. (see picture 6) Pod (fixed holder-pod only). Points 1 and 2 as in the section on ground coffee.

THERMOMETER The thermometer will mark you the machine temperature. It has to be in between 80ºC/180ºF and 110ºC/230ºF for coffee and above 100ºC/212ºF degrees for steam Versatile (pod/ground) Pod coffee: Points 1 and 2 as in the above section. Use the specific filter holder 19 or Pod filter (option). (See picture 4) Points 5, 6, 7 and notes as in the above section. Ground coffee: For ground coffee, fill the coffee filter basket up to the rim (see picture 2B). To tamp and fill the coffee again. Points

1.2.4.5.6 and 7 as in the above section.

hot, press steam switch 3 for 10 seconds. This will raise the temperature of the machine. 4 .Coffee will continue to drip from the spouts for a moment after the coffee swich is turned off. 5 .It is normal for the coffee grounds to be very wet or a soup-like consistency if the filter holder is removed within one to minutes after brewing.

made, switch off the coffee switch 2 . It takes 20/25 seconds to make an espresso perfectly

ascaso 3 .If the coffee does not come out very Place the pod in the filter holder and turn it gently to the right as far as it will go. Do not exert force. Close gently.(see picture 5) Points 5, 6, 7 and notes as in the section on ground coffee. Careful: Do not remove or turn the filter holder while the water is passing through as the appliance is at low pressure at this moment. Picture3

Important: Tamped The best espresso result are obtained when the ground coffee is firmly tamped. 5-. Preparation of cappuccino Mobile filterholder

1 - .Press general switch 1 . Pilots 13

and 6 (Dream) and 1 and 6 (Arc, Elipse, Basic) will come on. 2 . -When pilot 6 goes out, press steam switch . Pilots (all models) and 12 (Dream) will go out. 3 . -Wait for light 6 to go out. This indicates that the coffee machine has reached its ideal temperature.

4 - .Turn the hot water/steam knob 4 to

open and allow the first drops of water to come out. In a few moments, only steam will come out.

5 - .Put the tube 5 into the milk to heat

it so that the milk covers exactly half the absorption hole (never totally cover it). Do this for the whole process. (see picture 7)

ENGLISH 2009-11 UM 4 HOME.FH11 Tue Feb 23 14:39:51 2010 Picture 7 6.-Liquid is absorbed through the hole and cream forms automatically. The recipient should be lowered gradually while the milk emulsifies. 7.-Turn the water/steam knob 4 to closed - and turn off the steam switch Fixed filterholder

1 - .Press general switch 1 . Pilots 13

and 6 (Dream) and 1 and 6 (Arc, Elipse, Basic) will come on. 2 . -When pilot 6 goes out, press steam switch 3 . Pilots 6 (all models) and (Dream) will come on simultaneously and the pump will be pressed at short intervals. 3 . -Wait for approximately 15” and then open side knob 4 and let the first drops of water run out. After a moment only steam will come out. Points 5, 6 and 7 are the same as in the previous section. If you want a creamy cappuccino, use cold, fresh, whole milk. If you want hot milk (without emulsifying) the hole must be completely covered.

ascaso For obtaining micro-foam, you should maintain the absorption hole in the same position ENGLISH

Important We recommend running steam through the wand for a few seconds (5'') after each use to clean and prevent clogging. To clean the absorption holes (A and B), you can use a toothpick or a paperclip. This will ensure the tube is free of blockages. Hole B always on the top (see picture 7) cloth, moistened with water. Remove the tray regularly and clean it. If the machine is not to be used for some time, empty the water reservoir. Clean the steam tube with a damp cloth immediately after use. To cleanthe inside of the steam tube, allow the water to circulate. To clean the absorption hole, you can use a toothpick or a paperclip. This will ensure the tube is free of blockages. DREAM ARC ELIPSE BASIC After steaming milk, the steam has to be purged before brewing (picture 2B) 7-. Maintenance and cleaning General warning: Cleaning and maintenance should be done when the appliance is cold and disconnected from the mains. Do not immerse the appliance in water. It should not be cleaned in a dishwasher. 1-. Cleaning the outside: To clean the outside of the machine, use alcohol 96º or specific products for polished aluminium. if you have a colour dream, for the painted parts, you can use a soft

Picture 8 Picture 8 Coffee Washer use recommendations: Coffee/day >10 5-10 1-5 Descaling every month every 2 months every 3 months

Back Flushing - Blind Filter Weekly Place the gasket 19 in the filter holder and place the filter holder into the machine. Press the coffee button , after 10 seconds press the coffee button again to stop the group. Repeat this operation 2 times.

2-. Internal cleaning: To obtain top quality espresso coffee it is vital to clean the inner workings of the machine. To clean the interior of the distribution unit, use Ascaso Coffee Washer. This product is also useful to prevent limescale buildup in the machine. Regular descaling will contribute to ensuring top quality coffee and it will prolong the useful life of the machine. Consult your distributor.

To avoid limescale buildup, you can also use water treatment filters. However, it is advisable to clean the machine in accordance with consumption. Using filters and Coffee Washer will help to maintain the coffee machine in optimum working condition for longer. 6-. Preparation of hot water 1-.Put a cup under the steam tube 5 . In Dream mobile filter holder model, place de gasket 19 in the filter holder and place the filter holder into the machine. 2-.Turn the hot water/steam knob 4 to open and turn on the coffee switch 2 . Do the opposite operation afterhaving obtained the required water.

Important It is advisable not to leave the pod or ground coffee in the filterholder. Otherwise, coffee will build up affecting the taste of the coffee. Should this occur, run a load of water through the system. 3-. Cleaning the filterholders and the showerheads Mobile filterholder: Wash the filterholder in hot water with a neutral detergent. Rinse t h o r o u g h l y. D r y t h e filterholder with a soft cloth. Do not wash it in the dishwasher. The filters, tray and reservoir can be cleaned in the top of the dishwasher. If you wash them by hand, do not forget to rinse thoroughly. Dry with a soft cloth. Use a brush or similar item to remove coffee residue from the showerhead.

Important (Mobile filterholder) ascaso 80 to 100 espresso coffees have been made. This should done as follows: Remove and clean the showerhead with hot water with a neutral detergent. Once clean, replace it, following the instructions for the previous operation in reverse. 8-. Guarantee The guarantee for this appliance is the receipt of purchase. Please keep this. This receipt must be shown at the Service Centre in the event of breakdown. This appliance is guaranteed for our distributor(from the date of purchase) against any manufacturing fault or in the materials used. The amount paid for transport and packaging which may arise are payable by the user. This guarantee will not be valid if:

1 - .The receipt of purchase is not

2 - .The machine has not been cleaned

sufficiently or limescale has built up.

3 - .The appliance has been dismantled

by people who are not authorised by the Ascaso Official Technical Assistance Network. ENGLISH 2009-11 UM 4 HOME.FH11 Tue Feb 23 14:39:51 2010 9-. EC declaration of conformity ASCASO FACTORY SL declares that the product referred to in this declaration - espresso coffee machine - complies with the requirements of the Directive of 14th of June 1989 on the standardisation of the laws of Member States with regard to machinery (89/392/EEC), on electrical material (73/23/EEC) and on electromagnetic compatibility (89/396/EEC). The showerhead must be cleaned after

Possible problems Causes What to do? The coffee is not hot. The coffee machine has not reached he proper temperature. Cold accessories (cup, filter holder) Wait until the on pilot light has switched off. S e e g e n e r a l a d v i c e . Po i n t 3 14 (Dream) See thermometer The coffee comes out very The grind is too thick, and/or it is not properly tamped. There is insufficient ground coffee. Use special espresso coffee. Experiment with greater or lesser tamping. Fill the filter basket up to the edge. The coffee is not creamy. The grind is too thick. The coffee has not been tamped enough. The coffee is stale or not of good quality. Use special espresso coffee. Experiment with greater or lessertamping. Change the coffee type. Use fresh and recently-ground coffee. The coffee does not come out or it comes out very slowly. There is no water in the reservoir or it is badly positioned. Steam switch on. The grind is very fine or has been tamped too much or/and shower. The filter basket is obstructed. The appliance has limescale buildup. Fill the reservoir or position it properly. Turn steam switch off. Use special espresso coffee. Experiment with greater or lesser tamping. Clean the filter basketor/and shower. Clean the appliance. See point 7. A lot of water is left in the filter basket after making the Coffe The coffee has not been properly tamped. There is insufficient coffee in the filter basket. Tamp properly. See point 3. Increase the amount of coffee in the filter basket, up to the edge. Coffee comes over the edges of the filter basket The filter holder is not positioned properly. There are remains of ground coffee on the edge of the filter basket. The joint of the head is dirty. The joint of the head is defective. Follow the filter holder adjustment procedure. Point 3. Clean the remains of coffee from the edge of the filter basket before positioning it. Clean the joint with a damp cloth. Call the service centre. The milk is not creamy. The steam tube is blocked. The milk is off . The milk is hot or lukewarm. Clean the steam tube. Use fresh, cold milk (fridge temperature). 14 (Dream) See thermometer The machine makes a lot of noise. There is no water in the reservoir. The reservoir is not positioned properly. The water intake is not immersed in the reservoir. The coffee is stale or very dry. Fill the reservoir with water. Adjust the reservoir. Immerse the tube in the reservoir. Use fresh coffee. *There are no grind, coffee amount or tamping problems with the pod or pod system. Call your technical service for any anomaly.