Steel Trio PM - Coffee machine ASCASO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Steel Trio PM ASCASO

Contents 1. Technical specifications2. Diagram3. Safety. Start-up4. Preparation of coffee5. Coffee size progaming6. Preparation of cappuccino7. Preparation of steam8. Maintenance and cleaning9. Guarantee10. Declaration of EC conformity11. Quick consultation table 1-. Technical specifications *length x height x depth (mm)FF= Fixed filter. MF= Mobile filter. Main features Metal body.Brass coffee unit.Professional system.Automatic temperature control.Cappucino maker and hot water.Versatile (mobile filter): Ground coffee/pod. (Option)Food materials.Cup warmer.Innovative and functional design.EC Certification.

2 Coffees21 223-. Safety Important Safeguards 1-. Read all instructions2-. Do not touch hot surfaces. Usehandles or knobs.3-. To protect againts fire, electric shockand injury to persons do notimmerse cord, plugs or (statespecific part or parts in question) inwater or other liquid.4-. Close supervision is necessary whenany appliance is used by or nearchildren.5-. Unplug from outlet when not in useand before cleaning. Allow to coolbefore putting on or taking off partsand before cleaning the appliance.6-. Do not operate any appliance witha damaged cord or plug or after theappliance malfunctions, or has beendamaged in any way. Returnappliance to the nearest authorizedservice facility for examination, repairor adjustment.7-. The use of accesory attachmentsnot recommended by the appliancemanufacturer may result in fire,electric shock or injury to persons.8-. Domestic use. Do not use outdoors(this item may be omitted if theproducts is specifically designed foroutdoor use).9-. Do not let cord hang over edge oftable or counter or touch hotsurfaces.10-.Do not place on or near a hot gasor electric burner or in a heatedoven.11-.Always attach plug to appliance first,then plug cord into the wall outlet.To disconnect, turn any control tooff then remove plug from walloutlet.12-.Do not use appliance for other thanintended use.13-.Save these instructions.Before setting the appliance going, theperson installing should read this manualcarefully. The operator should be aresponsible adult.In the event of any anomaly, contactyour distributor.Start-up1-.Check the electrical voltage is thesame as the voltage displayed onthe machine specifications label.2-.Fill the reservoir with fresh water. (seepicture 1) Check the water intake tubeis immersed in the reservoir.The use of mineral water isrecommended. Water quality affectsthe taste and quality of the coffee, inaddition to preventing futurebreakdowns.3-.Plug it into the mains. Careful:Check that the reservoir has enoughwater. Without water the pilot willindicate. If the coffee machine isused without water, pumpresistance may be damaged. Important:Lack of waterIf the machine's tank runs out of water, ascasoascaso ENGLISHENGLISH16 17Picture 11 2 14 3

DUO TRONIC 18the machine will disconnect and pilot light

will light up. Fill the tank with water (3/4). Pilot light

will switch off and the machine will connect again. In Tronic Series models, if water is not added within 2 minutes, an intermittent alarm will sound and the machine will switch off. Fill the tank with water. Switch the machine off and then switch it on again. In Tronic Series models with direct mains water input, the tank fills up automatically

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

without coffee into position and a recipient below. 3-. Switch on the coffee switch

and run approximately half a reservoir capacity of water through it. B) PRIMING.

If coffee does not emerge

When the machine has not been used for some time

After producing steam

If there is no water in the reservoir. Model Duo/Trio: please repeat step A. Model Uno: the following procedure should be performed: 1-. Turn on the steam tap

with the coffee machine switched on. 2-. Turn on the coffee function

and allow the water to come out (one cup) through the steam tube

and turn off the steam tap

The coffee machine is now ready for use. C) Only for uno model After steam has been produced, it is very important to wait 5 min., or for the pilot light

to go on again and either to switch off or to perform priming.

FIXED FILTER HOLDER SYSTEM

UNO model: Step A is unnecessary. Step B and C are necessaries. DUO/TRIO model: Only step A 4-. Preparation of coffee Please, check your system: (ground , versatile, pod) Ground (Only ground system + UNO PROF) Any type of coffee may be used. For optimum results, we recommend using special "espresso" coffee blends as they 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 to our recommendations. 1-.Switch on the machine using the main switch 0/1

and place the filterholder (with the filter) into the group. Duo & Trio Models : Switch on steam group switch

to switch off (approx. 1.5 minutes). This means the coffee machine has reached the ideal temperature.Press coffee switch

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) 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

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

7-.When the coffee has finished being made, switch off the coffee switch

It takes 20/25 seconds to make anespresso perfectly Versatile (pod/ground) (versatile mobile system) For perfect extraction of single-cup coffee, order the special optional Kit Pod coffee/ground: Points 1 and 2 as in the above section. Use the specific filter holder

or pod filter (option).(See picture 4) Points 1, 2, 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.

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 Pod (fixed holder-pod only). Points 1 and 2 as in the section on ground coffee. 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. ascasoascaso ENGLISH ENGLISH 18 19Picture 3Picture 2BPicture 4Picture 2ANotes: 1 .The filter holder should always be placed in the machine so that it remains warm. Closed position. 3.Only UNO model. If the coffee does not come out very hot, press steam switch

for 10 seconds. This will raise the temperature of the machine 2 .Place the cups on the cup warmer

. The right temperature (optimum 40ºC/105ºF) will improve the espresso. (see picture 6) 3 .Coffee will continue to drip from the spouts for a moment after the coffee swich is turned off.

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

Important: Tamped The best espresso result are obtained when the ground coffee is firmly tamped. 5-. Programming the amount of coffee (TRONIC) Electronic push-button control functions. S: small coffee L: large coffee XL: non-stop coffee (push button again to stop flow) Programming the amount of coffee With the machine on, push the XL programming button for 5 or 6 seconds until the LED flashes. Push the S small coffee button. The LED will light up, at the same time the XL programming LED stops flashing. Let the coffee flow. Once you have the desired amount, push the S again. The machine is now programmed. To programme large coffee L, repeat the operation. To personalise the amount of coffee (non-stop), push the XL button. Once you have the desired amount, push the button again to stop the flow of coffee. 6-. Preparation of cappuccino UNO Mobile filterholder 1-. Press general switch

will come on. 2.-When pilot 6 goes out, press steam switch

will come on. 3.- Wait for light

to go out. This indicates that the coffee machine has reached its ideal temperature.reached the ideal temperature. 4-. Turn the hot water/steam knob

open and allow the first drops of water to come out. In a few moments, only steam will come out. 5-. Put the tube

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) 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

closed - and turn off the steam switch

will come out. 2.- When pilot

will come on simultaneously and the pump will be pressed at short intervals.

3. -Wait for approximately 15 and then

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.

, wait for a 1,5 minues approx. If the machine was already turned on (and the TRIO switch

- was already on), pass to step nº 2. 2-. Press switch

.The pilot light will turn on. 3-.You will get steam instantly. 4-. Put the tube

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) 5-.Liquid is absorbed through the hole and cream forms automatically. The recipient should be lowered gradually while the milk emulsifies. 6-. Turn off the switch

If you want a creamy cappuccino, use cold, fresh, whole milk. For obtaining micro-foam, you should maintain the absortion hole in the same position. ascasoascaso ENGLISH ENGLISH 20 21Picture 6Picture 5Picture 7! ImportantWe recommendrunning steam throughthe wand for a fewseconds (5'') after eachuse to clean andprevent clogging.To clean the absorptionholes (A and B), youcan use a toothpick ora paperclip. This willensure the tube is freeof blockages. Hole Balways on the top (seepicture 7B) 7-. Preparation of hot water MODELO UNO 1-. Put a cup under the steam tube

open and turn on the coffee switch . Do the opposite operation afterhaving obtained the required water.MODELO DUO/TRIO 1-. Put a cup under the steam tube

Do the opposite operation after having obtained the required water. 8-. Maintenance and cleaning General warning: Cleaning andmaintenance should be done when theappliance is cold and disconnected fromthe mains. Do not immerse the appliancein water. It should not be cleaned in adishwasher.1-.Cleaning the outside: To clean theoutside of the machine, use alcohol96º or specific products for inox. Remove the tray regularly and clean it.

If the machine is not to be used forsome time, empty the water reservoir. Clean the steam tube with a dampcloth immediately after use. To cleanthe inside of the steam tube, allowthe water to circulate. To clean the absorption hole, you canuse a toothpick or a paperclip. Thiswill ensure the tube is free ofblockages.2-.Internal cleaning: To obtain topquality espresso coffee it is vital toclean the inner workings of themachine. To clean the interior of thedistribution unit, use Ascaso CoffeeWasher. This product is also usefulto prevent limescale buildup in themachine. Regular descaling willcontribute to ensuring top qualitycoffee and it will prolong the usefullife of the machine.Consult your distributor.Coffee Washer use recommendations:To avoid limescale buildup, you canalso use water treatment filters. However,it is advisable to clean the machine inaccordance with consumption. Usingfilters and Coffee Washer will help tomaintain the coffee machine in optimumworking condition for longer. ImportantDuo/Trio Steam Group Cleaning : switchoff switch . The cleaning of steamgroup should must be done when steamgroup is cold. Use Ascaso CoffeeWasher, switch on steam switch

ImportantIt is advisable not to leave the podor ground coffee in the filterholder.Otherwise, coffee will build upaffecting the taste of the coffee.Should this occur, run a load of waterthrough the system.3-. Cleaning the filterholders and theshowerheads Mobile filterholder: Wash thefilterholder in hot water with a neutraldetergent. Rinse thoroughly. Dry thefilterholder with a soft cloth. Donot wash it in thedishwasher. The filters, tray and reservoir canbe cleaned in the top of thedishwasher. If you wash them byhand, do not forget to rinsethoroughly. Dry with a soft cloth. Use a brush or similar item to removecoffee residue from the showerhead. Important (mobile filterholder) The showerhead must be cleaned after80 to 100 espresso coffees have beenmade. This should done as follows:Remove and clean theshowerhead with hotwater with a neutraldetergent. Once clean,replace it, following theinstructions for theprevious operation inreverse.Water tank Cleaning ascasoascaso ENGLISHENGLISH22 23Coffee/day Descaling >10 every month 5-10 every 2 months 1-5 every 3 monthsPicture 8

29-. 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 presented. 2-.The machine has not been cleaned sufficiently or limescale has built up. 3-.The machine has not been cleaned suficiently or limescale has built up. 4-.The appliance has been dismantled by people who are not authorised by the Ascaso Official Technical Assistance Network. 10-. 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). ascasoascaso ENGLISH ENGLISH

*There are no grind, coffee amount or tamping problems with the pod or pod system. Call your technical service for any anomaly. The coffee is not hot. The coffee comes out very The coffee is not creamy. The coffee does not come out or it comes out very slowly. A lot of water is left in the filter basket after making the Coffe Coffee comes over the edges of the filter basket The milk is not creamy. The machine makes a lot of noise. The coffee machine has not reached he proper temperature. Cold accessories (cup, filter holder) The grind is too thick, and/or it is not properly tamped. There is insufficient ground coffee. The grind is too thick. The coffee has not been tamped enough. The coffee is stale or not of good quality. 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. The coffee has not been properly tamped. There is insufficient coffee in 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. The steam tube is blocked. The milk is off . The milk is hot or lukewarm. 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. Wait until the on pilot light has switched off. See general advice. Point 3 See thermometer

Use special espresso coffee. Experiment with greater or lesser tamping. Fill the filter basket up to the edge. Use special espresso coffee. Experiment with greater or lessertamping. Change the coffee type. Use fresh and recently-ground coffee. 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. Tamp properly. See point 3. Increase the amount of coffee in the filter basket, up to the edge. 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. Clean the steam tube. Use fresh, cold milk (fridge temperature). See thermometer