ELEKTRA INDIE User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PROFESSIONAL ESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINE “INDIE”
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USER-MACHINE INTERFACE
COFFEE DISPENSING (
2.1 PRODUCTION OPERATING MODE
2.2 COMPETITION OPERATING MODE
DISPENSING OF STEAM (C3 2GO)
DISPENSING OF HOT WATER (C4 ITA)
CONTROL OF WATER LEVEL IN THE BOILER (C10 ITA)
CONTROL OF WATER TEMPERATURE IN THE BOILER (C11 ITA)
CONTROLLING BREWING WATER TEMPERATURE
COFFEE DOSAGE CONTROL o)
MEASURING THE BREWING PRESSURE (13 indice)
MEASURING THE WATER SUPPLY PRESSURE (15 indice)
PROTECTING THE HEATING ELEMENTS (C16)
WARMING THE CUPS (C10 2go)
LIGHTING OF THE WORK COUNTER
BODY LIGHTING (C21 indice)(C24)
SOUND EMISSION (C27)
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1EUROPEAN TYPE APPROVALS (=) 31
CONTENTS
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
A INTRODUCTION
B GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS AND SAFETY REGULATIONS
CDESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
ETYPE APPOVALS

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SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE
SWITCHING ON THE LIGHTING
SWITCHING ON THE CUP HEATER
SWITCHING ON THE DISPENSING GROUPS
NIGHT CYCLE (C1.2)
OPERATING PARAMETERS DISPLAY
OPERATING PARAMETERS SETTINGS SELECTION
OPERATING PARAMETERS SETTING
8.1 TIME AND DATE SETTING
8.2 NIGHT-TIME CYCLE SETTING
8.3 PRODUCTION OR COMPETITION MODE SETTING
8.4 PRODUCTION – COFFEE DOSAGE SETTING
8.5 PRODUCTION – COFFEE TEMPERATURE SETTING
8.6 COMPETITION – COFFEE DOSAGE SETTING
8.7 COMPETITION – COFFEE TEMPERATURE SETTING
8.8 HOT WATER VOLUME SETTING
USE OF THE WORKING AREAS (A2)
PURGE
COFFEE DISPENSING WITH MANUAL DOSING (A5)
COFFEE DISPENSING WITH AUTOMATIC DOSING (A6)
MAKING THE COFFEE (A10)
PREPARING FROTHY MILK (A11)
MAKING TEA - CAMOMILE TEA - ETC (A14)
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DAILY CLEANING OF THE GROUPS AND FILTERHOLDERS
DAILY CLEANING OF STEAM WANDS
WEEKLY CLEANING OF THE GROUPS
WEEKLY CLEANING OF THE FILTERS AND FILTERHOLDERS
WEEKLY CLEANING OF LOWER DRIP TRAY
WEEKLY CLEANING OF BODY
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
A USE 33
BMAINTENANCE AND CLEANING (=) 46

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ADJUSTING THE FEET (B1)
WATER CONNECTION (B2)
DRAIN CONNECTION (B7)
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (B9)
4.1 SINGLE-PHASE 230VAC CONNECTION (B9.1)
4.2 THREE-PHASE 400VAC N3 CONNECTION (B9.2)
FILLING THE HYDRAULIC CIRCUITS (B6)
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1 BREWING TEMPERATURE SETTING (C1.3) 58
DDISPOSAL OF THE APPLIANCE 53
C ADJUSTMENTS 58
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS
B INSTALLATION
A UNPACKING
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DISPENSING GROUP TEMPERATURE CONTROL FAULT ALARM
BREWING NOT SATISFACTORY ALARM
ALARM: BUFFER BATTERY ABOUT TO GO FLAT
INADEQUATE WATER SUPPLY PRESSURE ALARM (C9 man)
BOILER WATER LEVEL CONTROL ALARM, FAULT(C3)
BOILER TEMPERATURE CONTROL ALARM, FAULT
ELECTRONIC CONTROL ALARM FAULT
THE MACHINE DOES NOT PRODUCE STEAM AND DOES NOT HEAT UP THE WATER
STEAM DOES NOT COME OUT OF THE WAND WHEN THE MACHINE IS HOT (C2
WATER COMES OUT OF THE STEAM WAND (C4)
WATER DOES NOT COME OUT OF THE DISPENSING GROUP (C7)
ONE DISPENSING GROUP DOES NOT HEAT SUFFICIENTLY (C12)
BREWING PRESSURE NOT BETWEEN 8 AND 9 BAR
THE DRIP TRAY IS FULL AND OVERFLOWING WITH WATER (C21)
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C TROUBLESHOOTING 49
D MAINTENANCE 59
1 ACCESS TO MAINTENANCE CONTROLS 59

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS (=)
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE INTENDED FOR
BARMAN / ESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINE OPERATOR
AND
INSTALLATION / MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions are intended for barman/espresso coffee machine operator
and installation/maintenance technician
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions are intended for
barman/espresso coffee machine operator
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions are intended for espresso coffee machine
installation/maintenance technician
The instructions reported in this manual are also available
in pdf format on the website www.elektrasrl.com
INTRODUCTIONA
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS (=)
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE INTENDED FOR
BARMAN / ESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINE OPERATOR
AND
INSTALLATION / MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
This manual is intended for the professional INDIE espresso coffee machine manufactured
by ELEKTRA.
This model is equipped with the following accessorie listed in this handbook with correspondent
abbreviations:
- MFS = Automatic milk frothing
For which one must consult the relevant manual.
The manual is divided in three parts as displayed below:

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
AND SAFETY REGULATIONS
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This booklet is an essential and integral part of the product
and must be given to the user.
It contains basic safety instructions that must be followed for
the installation, operation and maintenance of the appliance.
Save these instructions.
After having unpacked the appliance, make sure it is intact.
If in doubt, do not use the appliance and contact a qualified
engineer.
The packing elements (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails,
etc.) should not be left within reach of children since they are
potential sources of danger.
The appliance should be installed by a qualified engineer
according to the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance
with current safety regulations.
Incorrect installation could cause injury to persons or animals
and damage to property, for which the manufacturer cannot
be held liable.
The company Elektra declines any and all responsibility for
tampering or interventions carried out by non authorized
persons. Such intervention automatically renders the
guarantee null and void .
The appliance must be installed only in places where its use
and maintenance can be carried out by qualified personnel.
Before carrying out the electrical connection of the appliance,
check that the mains electricity supply corresponds to the
data given on the rating plate.
The wiring diagram is given on an adhesive tag applied to the
end of the power cable.
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This appliance is only electrically safe when it has been
connected to an efficient grounding system in compliance
with current safety regulations .
Make sure that this fundamental safety requirement has
been observed and if in doubt request a thorough check of
the system by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damage that
may be caused by failure to ground the appliance.
If the appliance does not have power cable with plug,
at installation the appliance should be connected to the
electricity supply through a multipolar linked switch having a
contact separation of at least 3 mm in all poles,in compliance
with current safety regulations.
Check that the current carrying capacity of the system is
adequate for the maximum rated output of the appliance
(as indicated on the rating plate and, in particular, that the
section of the cables is adequate for the power absorbed by
the appliance.
Unwind the whole power supply cable to prevent dangerous
overheating.
It is forbidden the use of adapters, multiple current taps or
extension cables.
This appliance should not be installed in kitchens.
For the operations of connection to the water supply network,
comply with the provisions in this manual.
This appliance should only be used for the purpose for
which it was designed. Any other use is to be considered as
unsuitable and therefore dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damage or
injury caused by improper, wrong or unreasonable use.
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The use of the appliance entails compliance with the
following fundamental rules:
- the appliance should be used in environments where the
temperature does not fall below 5 °C or rise above 40 °C;
- do not obstruct the intake and outlet grilles. In particular
do not cover the upper cup tray with a cloth or such like.
- the appliance has a water circuit containing water, which
must not be allowed to freeze otherwise the appliance could
be damaged;
- the appliance should not be cleaned using water jets or
installed in a place where water jets could be used
for cleaning;
- the appliance should be installed on the level - it must not
slope - high enough in order to have the cup heater tray
at more than 1.5 meter from the floor.
- do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are wet
or damp;
- do not operate the appliance barefoot;
- do not tug the power supply cable;
- do not expose the appliance to the elements (rain, sun, etc.):
it is not suitable for outdoor use;
- The equipment can be used by children aged 8+ and people
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience or knowledge required, provided they are
under supervision or after they have received the same
instructions for a safe use of the equipment and for
understanding the dangers inherent in it.
Children should not play with the equipment.
The cleaning and maintenance intended to be performed by
the user, should not be performed by children without
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Disconnect the appliance from the mains electricity supply
before carrying out any maintenance, by switching off at the
mains switch or disconnecting the plug from the socket.
Every time maintenance jobs are carried out on joints for
connection to the water supply, you must strictly use new
joints and the old joints must never be reused.
To clean the appliance, follow the instructions in this booklet.
In the event of failure or malfunctioning of the appliance,
switch it off and under no circumstances try to repair it
yourself.
Always request service by a qualified technician.
Any repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment should only
be carried out at the factory or by an authorized service cen-
ter using only original spare parts.
Failure to comply with these instructions could jeopardize
the safety of the appliance.
The supply cable of this appliance should not be replaced by
the user.
Should the cable be damaged, switch off the appliance and
apply solely to a qualified electrician for replacement.
Should the machine be used no longer, it must be made
inoperative by cutting the supply cable after having discon-
nected it from the electrical power supply.
Make sure that all those parts which could be possible
sources of danger are made harmless.
Warning: hot surfaces .
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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
The main functions of the machine, and its relative parts, are described below,
with a view to ensuring its maximum performance.
USER-MACHINE INTERFACE
Each dispensing group is fitted with an intelligent touch-screen allowing simple and immedia-
te communication between the user and the machine.
Communication occurs through the following icons, which constitute the switches, the
pusbuttons, the signalings, the displays and alarms necessary for the operation and control
of the appliance.
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Body lighting colors rotation switch
IG43
Off On
SWITCHES
Body lighting switch
IG42
Off On
Dispensing group heating switch
IC1
Off On
Upper cup holder heating switch
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Single short coffee dispensing pushbutton
IC4
Single long coffee dispensing pushbutton
IC5
Double short coffees dispensing pushbutton
IC6
Double long coffees dispensing pushbutton
IC7
Manual coffees dispensing pushbutton
IC8
Night cycle setting pushbutton
IG17
Time and date setting pushbutton
IG16
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Purge of dispensing group pushbutton
IC37
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Hot water dose setting pushbutton
IG21
PUSHBUTTONS
Dispensing group parameters setting pushbutton
IC40
Data recording pushbutton
IG2
Return to operating display pushbutton
IG31
Return to menù pushbutton
IG32
Production or Competition mode selection button
IC43
Competition mode settings button
IC49
Production mode settings button
IC46
Spento Acceso
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SIGNALINGS
Dispensing group heating up signaling
UC55
Machine heating up signaling
UG3
Machine in night cycle signaling
UG4
Not serious alarm signaling
UG15
Dispensing group wash pushbutton
IC31
Spento Acceso
Spento Acceso
Dispensing group rinse pushbutton
IC34
Signaling “Production” mode
UC73
Signaling “Competition” mode
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Night cycle start time display
UG33
Night cycle end time display
UG34
DISPLAYS
Water supply pressure display
UG5
Boiler pressure display
UG6
Brewing water pressure display
UG7
Dispensing group end wash signaling
UC64
SIGNALINGS
Coffee dosage display
UC79
Infusion time display
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Boiler water level control fault alarm
UG10
Electronic control fault alarm
UG41
Brewing not satisfactory alarm
UC61
Buffer battery discharged alarm
UG8
Water supply low pressure alarm
UG9
Dispensing group temperature control fault alarm
UC58
ALARMS
Boiler temperature control fault alarm
UG11
Hot water measurement display
US18
Temperature values display
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V2 - Screen for non-serious alarms
These icons are managed via 10 main screens and 8 programming screens selectable by
horizontal scrolling. These screens allow the main macro-functions of the equipment to
be managed, as follows:
V1 - Operational screen for switching-on coffee dispensing, serious alarms and signalings

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V3 - First operating parameters display screen
V4 - Second operating parameters display screen

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V6 - Fourth operating parameters display screen
V5 - Third operating parameters display screen
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