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Diagrams ....................................................................................................................................................................2
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................................3
First Time Set Up........................................................................................................................................................3
Basic machine operation ............................................................................................................................................4
Pulling Shots...............................................................................................................................................................4
Accessing The Menu..................................................................................................................................................5
Understanding The Display ........................................................................................................................................5
Features......................................................................................................................................................................6
User Profiles ...............................................................................................................................................................6
Coffee Temperature....................................................................................................................................................7
Boiler Temperature.....................................................................................................................................................7
Coffee Doses..............................................................................................................................................................7
Hot Water....................................................................................................................................................................7
Pre-Infusion ................................................................................................................................................................8
MAT ............................................................................................................................................................................8
Multiprofiles.................................................................................................................................................................8
Changing User Profiles...............................................................................................................................................8
Calendar .....................................................................................................................................................................8
Time............................................................................................................................................................................8
Beep ...........................................................................................................................................................................8
Language....................................................................................................................................................................8
Backlight LCD.............................................................................................................................................................9
Timer...........................................................................................................................................................................9
Counters .....................................................................................................................................................................9
Program......................................................................................................................................................................9
Service........................................................................................................................................................................9
Filter............................................................................................................................................................................9
Alarms.........................................................................................................................................................................9
Read ...........................................................................................................................................................................9
Write............................................................................................................................................................................9
LED.............................................................................................................................................................................9
Grinding ......................................................................................................................................................................9
EGS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Auto Shutdown ........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Group Cleaning........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Screensaver............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Time Update ............................................................................................................................................................ 10
Contrast ................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Deact Pres Sens...................................................................................................................................................... 10
Password................................................................................................................................................................. 10
SW Update .............................................................................................................................................................. 10
Default Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 10
Factory..................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Set Calibrate T......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Full Power................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Offset ....................................................................................................................................................................... 11
PID........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Brewing Espresso.................................................................................................................................................... 11
Steaming Milk.......................................................................................................................................................... 13
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................ 16
Backflushing ............................................................................................................................................................ 16
Alarms.....................................................................................................................................................................17
Pump Pressure Adjustment.....................................................................................................................................19
Technical Diagrams.................................................................................................................................................20
Warranty.................................................................................................................................................................. 21
We Are Here To Help .............................................................................................................................................. 21

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Diagrams
1. Steam Wand
2. Hot Water Faucet
3. Steam Knob
4. Cup Warming Tray
5. Touchpad/Display
6. Card Reader Interface
7. Pressure Gauge
8. Water Reservoir
9. Grouphead
10. Drip Tray
11. Power Button
12. Display
13. Menu/Ok Button
14. Hot Water Button
15. Steam Boiler Button
16. Single Shot Button
17. Manual Shot Button
18. Double Shot Button
19. Menu Navigation Button
20. Coffee Scoop
21. Shower Screen Set
22. Backflush Disc
23. Single Portafilter
24. Double Portafilter
25. Shower Screen Removal Tool
26. Group Gasket
27. Tamper 53mm
28. Card Reader/Memory Card
29. Cleaning Brush

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Introduction
First of all, thank you for your business! You are going to love your new S1 Dream-T
espresso machine. It combines classic beauty, value, and great performance for making
the best espressos, cappuccinos, and lattes you’ve ever tasted! These instructions include
tips that will help bring out the Barista that’s hidden within! Enjoy your new machine!
First Time Set Up
Remove the machine from the box and then tighten the legs on the bottom of the
machine if they have loosened in shipping.
Remove the water reservoir and rinse it thoroughly. It may be cleaned with mild dish
detergent, but it is not recommended for dishwasher use.
Before filling the reservoir, test your water for hardness with the provided test strips.
Fill a glass with cold tap water; dip the tip of the test strip into the water for one second,
then pull the strip out of the water and hold it horizontally for fifteen seconds.
Fill the reservoir with cold water making sure the in-tank softener pouch is laying on the
bottom of the reservoir.
Return the reservoir to the machine being careful not to spill any water inside. Then
push the drip tray into place and then it will lock down into notches on each side of the
frame so the reservoir does not back out.
Warning: Do not turn the machine on until following the procedure on the next page or
damage to the machine will occur and will not be covered under warranty.
First Time Set Up - Filling the coffee boiler
WARNING: DO NOT turn the machine on until the steps below have been completed.
Failure to do so will damage the machine and will not be covered under warranty.
Plug the machine into the electrical outlet, but do NOT turn it on. A GFI outlet is
recommended to better protect the machine, but is not necessary.
With the machine turned off press and hold the
button for approximately 5 seconds. The display will
then show the message shown to the right.
Press and hold either the single or double shot

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button to start filling the coffee boiler.
Keep holding the button until you have water coming out of the group head for at least
20 seconds. When done press the button to return to standby mode.
After filling the coffee boiler then refill the water reservoir before turning the machine on
so there will enough water to fill the steam boiler.
Turning the machine on for the first time
WARNING: DO NOT turn the machine on until the steps above have been completed.
Failure to do so will damage the machine and will not be covered under warranty.
Press and hold the button for approximately 3 seconds until the display lights up. The
pump will come on to start filling the steam boiler and will turn off once it is filled.
Whichever portafilter you intend to use then lock it into the grouphead so it will warm up
with the machine.
If you plan on using the steam boiler for steaming milk then press the button.
Allow the machine to heat up for at least 30 minutes for optimal performance and
temperature stability. It is very important to keep the portafilter in the grouphead and
also keep the cups on the cup warming tray. Failure to do so will result in a cold and
sour shot.
Set the grind particle size on your grinder. This is very important to achieve good
results. Set the grind so that a 2oz double shot comes out in about 25 seconds.
The grind should be finer than salt, but coarser than powder.
For grinder set up tips check out our video here: http://vimeo.com/48806806
Basic machine operation
Turning The Machine On And Off To turn the machine on press and hold the button for
approximately 3 seconds until the machine turns on.
To turn the machine off quickly press the button. (Do not hold button down)
Pulling Shots There are a few ways you can pull a shot with the S1 Dream-T. You can use one
of the two programmable shot buttons, single or double . These buttons can be
individually programmed for volume and temperature. The shots will automatically stop
dispensing at the desired level or you can press the same button again to stop the shot at any
time.

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You can also pull a shot using the manual button The manual button will use the existing
temperature setting, but will not turn off on its own. To pull a shot with the manual button press
the button to start the shot and then press the button again to stop the shot when it has
reached the desired level. This button is also useful for cleaning the group, backflushing, and
rinsing or pre-heating the portafilter.
Note: After pulling a shot the shot timer will display the previous shot length for 3 seconds.
During this time the shot and manual buttons will not be active. In version 1.19 the shot timer
will be displayed for 10 seconds and the shots buttons can be used while being displayed.
Turning The Steam Boiler On And Off The steam boiler can be turned on/off independently
from the coffee boiler. This is helpful if you will not be steaming milk and want to save on
energy consumption. To turn the steam boiler on press the button. Press the button
again to turn the steam boiler off.
Using The Hot Water Faucet To use the hot water faucet the steam boiler must be on and up
to pressure. Under the menu in profiles the hot water faucet can be set up to work as a manual
button or can be programmed to discharge a set amount of water each time. For manual mode
if you press the button, the water will start to flow and then press the button again to
stop the flow of water. It is not recommended to remove more than 6oz of water at any given
time until the boiler has had time to refill.
In automatic mode the button can be programmed to give a pre-set amount of water and
will automatically stop dispensing without having to press the again to stop dispensing.
Accessing The Menu To access the menu press and hold the button for approximately 3
seconds until the menu appears on the display. Then use the up/down arrow keys to cycle
through the menu and then press the button to select a menu item to view or change.
To exit the menu press the up arrow key until “Home” is displayed at the top of the screen and
then press the button to return to normal operation.
Understanding The Display
The display is the information center for the S1 Dream-T. It will tell you the machine status,
time of day, boiler temperatures, and will also give you an alarm message in the event of a
component failure. The diagram below shows the display in normal operation mode.
1. Current Active User Profile
2. Coffee Boiler Temperature
3. Time Of Day
4. Icon Is Shown When Steam Boiler Refills
5. Icon Indicates Steam Boiler Is Turned On
6. Steam Boiler Temperature (Steam boiler must be on)

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Power Modes
The S1 Dream-T can be set up to work in full power mode. In full power mode the machine
draws 20amps of power so a 20 amp receptacle and breaker must be used. If one is not
available then full power mode MUST be turned off.
In full power mode the machine is able to heat both boilers at the same time. This is helpful if
you want to be able to pull a shot and steam milk at the same time.
When full power mode is turned off then it is only able to heat one boiler at a time and will
always give priority to the coffee boiler. In this mode it is recommended to pull a shot and
steam milk separately or the machine may lose steam pressure if done at the same time.
The power mode can be easily changed in the “Factory” menu.
The password for the factory menu is J73MZ
Note: In version 1.19 the Factory menu has been removed and the full power mode can be
accessed without a password.
Warning: Using the machine in full power mode in a 15 amp outlet should never be done.
Failure to follow this warning could pose a fire hazard and is not recommended.
Information Center With the machine turned on, press and hold the up arrow key. The display
will then show the serial # and current firmware version. Then press the down arrow key to
cycle through the machine settings and alarms. To exit out of the information screen press the
ok/menu button.
Features
User Profiles
The S1 Dream-T is capable of storing 4 different user profiles. This enables the machine to be
programmed for different shot volumes, brew temperature, steam boiler water temperature,
and hot water delivery method. The machine can easily be switched between different user
profiles to meet the discriminating demands of everyone that uses it. Profiles can also be used
for different coffee blends that require different temperatures so use your imagination and the
possibilities are endless.
Creating User Profiles

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To create a user profile the machine should be turned on and up to temperature. To access
the menu press and hold the button for approximately 3 seconds until the menu appears on
the display. Then use the down arrow key to cycle through the menu until the display reads
PROGRAM and then press the button to enter the program menu.
Once in the program menu you can use the arrow key to cycle through the user profiles.
USER1 will be the default user and should be programmed first. Press the button to select
and program USER1. Once in the USER1 profile you can cycle through the various options
available for programming and then press the button to select that option to change. The
following parameters can be changed in the user profiles menu.
Coffee Temperature Use the arrow keys to select the desired brew temperature and then
press the button to save the setting. The recommended brew temperature is between 200-
204°F, but can be easily changed to match the coffee you are using. Experiment until you find
the temperature your coffee tastes best at.
Boiler Temperature Use the arrow keys to select the desired steam boiler temperature and
then press the button to save the setting. The recommended steam boiler temperature is
between 250-260°F. Going too low in temperature may cause a loss of steam pressure.
Coffee Doses To program the coffee doses fresh coffee must be prepared for each button that
is programmed and the machine should be up to temperature. To program a coffee dose,
prepare and tamp the coffee and lock the portafilter into the grouphead. Whichever portafilter
you have in the grouphead press the corresponding / button to start the programming.
When the shot has reached the desired level then press the same / button again to
stop the shot and save the new setting. Repeat the above step to program the other shot
button. The recommended size for a single shot is 1oz and 2oz for a double shot, but can be
fine tuned to your particular tastes.
Creating User Profiles - Continued
Hot Water The hot water faucet can be programmed to work in auto or manual mode. In the
profile menu select the hot water faucet icon. You have the option to select auto or manual
mode and then press the button. For manual mode the hot water button must be pressed to
start water delivery and then pressed again to stop delivery. In auto mode the hot water
delivery will stop at the pre-determined amount. By default it is set to 5 seconds. To program
the faucet for auto mode, after selecting auto mode in the menu a screen will be displayed
showing 5sec. Press the hot water button to start delivery and when the water has reached the
desired level press the button again to stop delivery and save the new setting. The new setting
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time. It is not recommended to remove more than 6-8oz of water at a time until the boiler has
had time to refill or damage to the heater may occur.
Pre-Infusion For the Dream-T version the pre-infusion feature is not enabled as it requires line
pressure for it to work. A mechanical pre-infusion chamber is available for purchase for the
Dream-T, but is not adjustable in terms of pre-infusion time.
MAT The MAT option has not been enabled yet on the S1 Dream and is a feature that will be
available in the near future. The MAT system requires an optional steam arm with a
temperature sensor to detect the temperature of the milk while steaming.
Multiprofiles This is where the user profile name can be changed. Each user profile can be
named up to 8 characters. To change the name of a user profile, press the button to enter
this mode. Then press the up/down arrow keys to cycle through the letters and numbers
available. Press the button to enter the selected letter/number and then it will cycle to the
next character. Keep cycling through until the desired user profile name is entered. Once
complete then cycle back up to the user name and then press the button to save. Then
cycle down to program a NEW USER or cycle down to BACK and then press the to save
and return to the main menu.
Changing User Profiles Once a few user profiles have been created then it easy to switch to a
different user profile. With the machine turned on press and hold the down arrow button for 5
seconds. The display will show the current active user profile. Use the down arrow key to
select a different user profile and then press the button to enable the new user profile.
Note: At this time the WRITE feature is not available, but will be available in a future firmware
release. Keep checking back on our website for firmware upgrades as well as updates to the
owner’s manual.
Features
Calendar This enables the user to change the date format of the machine. This is very
important if you want to be able to use the timer feature.
Time This enables the user to set the time on the machine. This is very important if you want to
be able to use the timer feature.
Beep This enables the beep tone to be turned on or off when the buttons are pressed.
Language The language of the machine can be changed to Italian, A-English, or B-English.
A-English is for America and is in Fahrenheit mode.
B-English is for Britain and is in Celsius mode.

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Backlight LCD This enables the user to select the timeout feature to turn the display off when
not in use.
Timer The timer feature allows the user to have the machine be turned on and off at 3 different
time intervals throughout the day and also have each day programmed differently or not at all if
you do not want the machine turned on that particular day. Each day will have 3 different on/off
time slots to be programmed. If a time has been programmed into the timer that you no longer
want to turn on that time of the day then if you set the on and off times at the same time then it
will zero out that setting and no longer be active.
Counters The counters keep track of the amount of drinks being dispensed. To reset the
counters while in the counters menu arrow down to reset and then press the button.
Program Allows the user to program user profiles such as coffee temperature, volume, etc.
Service This feature when enabled will give an alarm message on the display to indicate the
machine is due for service. This can be set at different service intervals based on drink cycles.
Filter This feature when enabled will give a message to indicate that the filter needs to be
replaced. By default the filter counter will give a message after 27 gallons of use. Depending
on the hardness of your water you may get more or less use from the filter. For an accurate
indication of the filter lifespan, check your water for hardness and then use the chart on page 3
to determine how many gallons can be softened before replacement. To reset the filter alarm,
go into the filter menu and then press and hold the button and when prompted press the
button again to clear the filter alarm.
Alarms Gives the status of any active alarms in the machine. Use the arrow keys to cycle
through the active alarms. To reset the alarms press and hold the button and then when
prompted press the button again to clear the alarms.
Read Allows the user to read the contents of the SD memory card.
Features
Write Feature not active at this time. Will be available in a future firmware update.
LED The Barista LED lights can be turned on, off, or auto mode. In auto mode the LED’s will
only light up when a shot is being drawn.
Grinding This feature when enabled will give the user a notice while brewing if the grind is too
fine or coarse. This is helpful to help achieve better results. When enabled the user can set the
grinding for a tolerance of 5, 10, or 15 seconds. So if a shot button is programmed for 25
seconds and the grinding is set to 5 seconds then if the shot runs for less than 20 seconds a
message will appear on the display “Coarse Grind” Adjusting the grind finer will improve the
shots. If the shot runs for more than 30 seconds then the display will show the message “Too
Fine Grind” Adjusting the grind coarser will improve the shots.

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EGS When enabled the system will release a small amount of water from the grouphead after
20 minutes of inactivity. This is more for the European market where they keep ground coffee
in the portafilter and the EGS system will keep it from drying out. It can also be enabled to help
keep the shower screens clean after pulling a shot.
Auto Shutdown When enabled the machine will automatically turn itself off after a pre-set
period of inactivity.
Group Cleaning Allows the user to backflush the machine without being stored in the counter
menu. This is helpful if you are trying to keep track of how many shots are made on the
machine and do not want the backflushing to be counted as a shot.
Screensaver The screensaver can be turned on or off. When turned on choose between The
Coliseum and the Statue Of Liberty screensavers.
Time Update Choose to have daylight savings time activated.
Contrast Change the contrast setting of the display.
Deact Pres Sens Allows the user to deactivate the pressure sensor for the pump pressure
shown on the display. This is only for plumbed in models.
Password Allows the user to create a password to block access to the main menu. The default
password is 1-2-3-4. To change a password select modify. After changing the password then it
must be activated in the password menu. If you forget the password then when prompted to
enter the password press and hold the button for 5 seconds. The password will be changed
back to default and turned off.
SW Update Allows the user to update the firmware in their machine. Check our website for
future updates and improvements.
Features
Default Settings Restores the machine to its original factory settings.
Factory Allows access to advanced settings. Password J73MZ (See Note Below)
Set Calibrate T Calibration of the temperature sensor. Should only be performed by a factory
trained espresso repair shop.
Full Power The S1 Dream-T can be set up to work in full power mode. In full power mode the
machine draws 20amps of power so a 20 amp receptacle and breaker must be used. If one is
not available then full power mode MUST be turned off.

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In full power mode the machine is able to heat both boilers at the same time. This is helpful if
you want to be able to pull a shot and steam milk at the same time.
When full power mode is turned off then it is only able to heat one boiler at a time and will
always give priority to the coffee boiler. In this mode it is recommended to pull a shot and
steam milk separately or the machine may lose steam pressure if done at the same time.
Warning: Using the machine in full power mode in a 15 amp outlet should never be done.
Failure to follow this warning could pose a fire hazard and is not recommended.
Offset The temperature drop between the boiler and grouphead. Should be set to 10°F/5°C for
all versions previous to 1.19. From firmware version 1.19 and later it should be set to 0°F/0°C.
PID The settings used to determine how power is applied to the coffee heater. These settings
should not be changed or it will affect the performance and temperature stability of the
machine. The PID settings should be programmed as follows.
P- 300
I- 100
D- 10000
Reset Resets the EEPROM chip on the control board. For firmware version 1.14 or later the
following procedure must be done before using the machine after a reset. With the machine off
press and hold the OK/MENU button for 5 seconds. The display will read “SELECT BOILER
THRESHOLD” Press the up arrow button to select “THRESHOLD B” for machines up to serial
# 259496 or set to “THRESHOLD A” for serial #’s after 259496 and then press the OK/MENU
button to confirm. The machine can now be turned on and used normally. This procedure must
also be done if the control board is replaced.
Note: In version 1.19 the Factory menu has been removed and the features can be accessed
without a password. The reset feature has also been removed.
Brewing Espresso
First let me begin by explaining the three main variables of preparing great espresso.
1. Quantity of ground coffee
2. Tamping
3. The grind
Quantity of ground coffee - Loosely fill the basket slightly mounding over the top. Then
lightly run your finger arched across the basket from left to right, right to left, front to back,
and then lay your finger flat on the basket and go from back to front to remove any excess
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Tamping - After filling the basket with coffee then use your tamper to apply 30lbs of
pressure evenly on the coffee bed. Then without applying any pressure lightly twist the
tamper on the bed of coffee to “polish” the loose grounds on top. Then lock the portafilter
firmly into the group head and then press either shot button. It is very important to tamp
consistently with the same pressure each time or your shot quality and timing will vary.
The grind - Adjust your grind so that when you activate the pump, the flow of coffee coming
out of the portafilter spout looks like the tapered tail of a mouse. It should take
approximately 25 seconds for a 2 oz. double shot. If it is coming out quicker then the grind
needs to be adjusted finer, if it is coming out slower or not at all then the grind should be
adjusted coarser. The grind particle size should look in between powder and salt. Not as
fine as powder, but not as coarse as salt. Getting the right grind is crucial to making
delicious espresso with thick rich crema.
Consistency -The quantity of ground coffee and tamping pressure should always be the
same. Using more or less coffee or tamping lighter or harder will greatly affect the outcome
and timing of the shot. If the shots are not coming out properly then the only variable that
should be changed is the grind.
Cooling Flush -A cooling flush is not needed on a dual boiler machine and may actually
ruin the temperature stability of the shot and is not recommended for optimal performance.
Cleaning Tip: Get into the habit of disposing of the spent grounds immediately after brewing
espresso. After disposing of the grounds, return the portafilter to the group head and raise
the brew lever for a few seconds to rinse away excess oils and loose grounds. By regularly
following this procedure, you will greatly reduce the tar-like buildup on the shower screen
that occurs if you allow coffee oils to dry and bake on the hot group.
For espresso brewing tips check out our video here: http://vimeo.com/48819669

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Steaming Milk - Basics
First, let’s talk about some of the things you need to learn in order to become ‘barista-like’ in
your techniques.
Milk –Whole milk works best to steam, both in technique and in flavor! Lower fat milks contain
mostly water which will not foam well and will be almost tasteless when steamed. After all your
hard work you will be left with a less than desirable tasting beverage.
Temperature –Your whole milk needs to be as cold as possible to ensure the creamiest,
sweetest, and best tasting micro-foam. Once the milk has reached a temperature between
150-160 degrees, you must stop the process. The longer amount of time you have with the
cold milk gives you that extra time to continue making the milk creamy and sweet tasting. Milk
heated above 160 degrees will be burnt and taste terrible.
Frothing Pitcher –The size of your pitcher is relative to the size and number of drinks you will
be preparing at the time. Our recommendation on pitcher choices would be our own “Pro
Barista Steaming Pitcher” which has become the pitcher of choice of the renowned baristas
who helped train Chris’ Coffee Service in this frothing technique. These baristas felt the Pro
Barista Steaming Pitcher promoted a user friendly rolling of the milk which made it simple to
create thick rich micro-foam for pouring Latte Art.
Amount of Milk –Too little milk in your frothing pitcher will cause splashing when you turn on
the steam arm; too much milk will cause overflow and make a huge mess. The pitcher must
be filled between 1/3 to 1/2 full to have the maximum capacity for properly steaming milk. If
your pitcher has a spout, fill it to half an inch below where the spout starts.
Stretching the milk –Refers to the initial heating of the milk and the forceful introduction of air.
Stretching continues until the milk reaches an approximate temperature of 100 degrees or
“body temperature”
Texturizing the milk –Refers to the next phase of frothing whereby the steam wand is
submerged in the milk and the pressure continues to roll the milk. This process breaks down
the large air bubbles into tiny air bubbles which then creates the smooth and creamy texture
that is most desirable.
Note –It is highly recommended to steam your milk before pulling your shot. It is also
recommended to not use a steaming pitcher that is larger than 20oz for optimal performance.

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Steaming Milk - Technique
As you face your espresso machine, point the steam arm over your drip tray and open up
the steam valve in order to purge out any unwanted water that may have collected inside
the wand due to condensation –you do not want that added to your delicious beverage!
Next, position the steam arm so it is facing directly toward you and slightly angle it 45
degrees from the base.
Holding your half-filled steam pitcher with the handle facing you, submerge the tip of the
steam wand approximately an inch below the surface of the cold milk. Your pitcher bottom
should be parallel with the countertop. The steam arm should gently rest in the spout of the
steam pitcher. Now slightly tilt the pitcher left, keeping the arm away from the side of the
pitcher. Open the steam knob completely and position the pitcher so the tip is just below
the surface of the milk. This action creates the ‘stretching’ of the milk –in other words,
adding air to the milk. When done properly, the sound you hear at this point resembles
‘sucking’. You continue this until the milk reaches an approximate temperature of 100
degrees or “body temperature”.
After your milk has reached this ‘body temperature’, submerge the tip of the steam arm
approximately one inch below the surface of the milk to get the milk spinning. This process
continues to roll the milk over itself again and again –breaking the large air bubbles into
tiny air bubbles –resulting in a new creamy and sweeter ‘texture’of the milk. When your
milk has reached approximately 155 degrees or the bottom of the pitcher becomes too hot
to hold then turn the steam knob off.
Using a steaming thermometer is helpful when you are learning to steam milk. As you gain
more experience and become more comfortable with the process you will be able to steam
milk without the help of a thermometer. If you notice in the procedure above we mention
temperatures and we also mention “body temperature” and the pitcher being “too hot to
hold” We mention this because body temperature is 98.6 which is real close to 100 degrees
and when the pitcher becomes too hot to hold the milk will be around 150 degrees. This
makes it very easy to steam milk without a thermometer. You will “stretch” the milk until the
pitcher becomes body temperature and then you start the “texturizing” of the milk until the
pitcher becomes too hot to hold on the bottom and then you’re all done.

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Steaming Milk - Tips
Helpful Tips and Information
When turning the steam knob off, always keep the tip under the surface of the milk for
approximately 3 seconds. If you pull it out too soon, you will destroy the nice velvety
micro-foam.
After removing the steam wand from the milk, position it over the drip tray and then
open the steam knob for 1-2 seconds to clean out any trapped milk inside the tip and
then wipe it down with a damp cloth immediately or the milk will dry out on the steam
wand and will be difficult to clean.
While texturizing the milk, if you lower the tip too far into the milk you create turbulence
rather than rolling. Turbulence will not make micro-foam.
If there are a few bubbles in the milk after you have finished, wait 5-10 seconds to allow
all the remaining bubbles to surface, then simply tap the edge of the pitcher on the
counter and swirl the milk slightly and they will disappear.
Be sure to keep your steamed milk moving/swirling until you are ready to pour since
milk has a natural tendency to separate.
For milk steaming tips check out our video here: http://vimeo.com/9331032

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Maintenance
Backflushing is a vital maintenance procedure you must follow to help keep your machine
running flawlessly for years to come. There are two types of backflushing; one with plain
water, and the other with espresso machine cleaner. The S1 Dream is equipped with a
group cleaning feature to make this a simple process.
Plain water backflushing should be done at least once a week, however if you are so
inclined, feel free to backflush with plain water as often as you like. It won't harm the
machine and keeps the shower screens clean.
To backflush, you insert the rubber backflush disc into your single portafilter and then lock
the portafilter into the group head. Then enter the menu and cycle through to the “Group
Cleaning” section and then press the OK/Menu button. The display will prompt you to press
the Free Flow/Manual shot button. This will start the backflushing procedure. The pump will
run for 5 seconds and then turn off and will repeat this cycle indefinitely until you press the
Free Flow/Manual shot button to stop. For a water backflush it is recommended to do this
for 5 cycles and then press the Free Flow/Manual shot button to stop the procedure. Then
press the OK/Menu button to exit the group cleaning menu.
Backflushing with espresso machine cleaner is the same procedure as above with a few
minor differences. The first difference is backflushing with espresso machine cleaner only
needs to be done approximately once every 2 weeks or every 35-50 espressos. I don't
recommend backflushing with cleaner more often than once every two weeks unless the
machine gets heavy use.
To begin, place 1/4 of a teaspoon of espresso machine cleaner into the backflush disc and
then lock the portafilter into the grouphead. Now follow the same procedure as above until
the cleaner is dissolved and the water runs clear (about 5-10 flushes). Remove the
portafilter and rinse thoroughly. After rinsing then perform a plain water backflush for
another 5 cycles to remove the cleaner residue. Then take a damp cloth and wipe the
underside of the group. After you have finished this procedure, I recommend you pull a shot
of espresso and dispose of it to cure the group and then you’re finished.

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Alarms
The Dream machine has built in diagnostics to notify the user of a potential problem with
the machine. The alarms will appear on the display and will also show in the alarms menu.
Sometimes an alarm will appear if there is a change in water pressure or a power surge
and may not be an indication of a problem. Some alarms will still allow the machine to
function and others will block it out until the alarm is cleared and problem is resolved. If an
alarm appears then unplug the machine and plug it back in. Turn it back on and then go
into the alarms menu to clear the alarm. If the alarm re-appears then follow the instructions
below or call an authorized service center for assistance.
Coffee Group Temperature Probe Failure The coffee boiler temperature probe is damaged.
Check connections at probe and control board and then reset the alarm. If problem persists
then replace coffee boiler temperature probe.
Boiler Temperature Probe Failure The steam boiler temperature probe is damaged. Check
connections at probe and control board and then reset the alarm. If problem persists then
replace steam boiler temperature probe.
MAT Temperature Probe Failure MAT feature not available at this time so if this alarm
appears then that means the MAT feature has been activated in the current user profile.
To clear alarm, enter the user profile and turn off the MAT feature. After disabling the MAT
feature go into the alarms menu to reset the MAT alarm.
Boiler Refill System Failure This alarm appears if the steam boiler refill system has been
active for over a minute. This may appear on the first time set up of the machine in which
case cycling the machine on and off should solve the problem. If not then for plumbed in
models make sure the water is turned on to the machine and the filter or softening system
is not clogged.
For reservoir models make sure the water reservoir is filled and properly inserted into the
machine. If using a softener in the reservoir then make sure it is standing in an upright
position and has not yet expired. Try removing the softener to see if the problem persists.
If problem still persists then contact an authorized repair center.
Failed Boiler Temperature This alarm will appear if the steam boiler has not reached at
least 60°C/140°F within 12 minutes of turning the steam boiler on. Try turning the machine
on and off to clear the alarm. For 15 amp machines it will only heat 1 boiler at a time and
will always give priority to the coffee boiler so if a lot of water is removed from the coffee
boiler then it will prevent the steam boiler from heating until the coffee boiler reaches
temperature. Refrain from using the coffee boiler until the steam boiler has reached
temperature. If problem persists then check the resettable hi-limit switch on the steam
boiler and check wire terminals going to the steam boiler heater for a good connection.
Check steam heater for resistance and for a short and proper continuity.

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Alarms Continued
Boiler High Temperature This alarm will appear if the steam boiler temperature has
reached 130°C/266°F. Check temperature sensor wires to make sure they are firmly
connected. Check temperature sensor for proper calibration. Replace power relay if the
temperature sensor is properly calibrated.
Failed Coffee Group Temperature This alarm will appear if the coffee boiler has not
reached at least 60°C/140°F within 5 minutes of being turned on. Try turning the machine
on and off to clear alarm. Make sure large volumes of water are not being removed from
the group while the machine is heating up or it may prevent it from reaching temperature.
Check the resettable hi-limit switch on the coffee boiler and check the wire terminals to the
heater for a good connection. Check coffee heater for resistance and for a short and proper
continuity.
High Coffee Group Temperature This alarm will appear if the coffee group temperature
probe detects 125°C/257°F. Check temperature sensor wires to make sure they are firmly
connected. Check temperature sensor for proper calibration. Replace power relay if the
temperature sensor is properly calibrated.
Flow Meter Failure This alarm will appear if the machine is unable to sense the signal from
the flowmeter. For plumbed in machines make sure the water is turned on and the filter or
softening system is not clogged. For reservoir models make sure the reservoir is filled with
water and the white softener is standing in an upright position and is not clogged/expired.
Check that the flowmeter electrical plug/wires are firmly seated into the flowmeter. Clean
the white impeller inside the flowmeter by removing and soaking in citric acid or white
vinegar. Check inlet and outlet lines of flowmeter for a blockage.
Failed Communication Touch Keyboard This alarm will appear if the touchpad is not
detected by the control board. Check all connections to touchpad and control board.
Damaged Timekeeper The clock module is damaged. Check connections to the touchpad
and control board. Replace clock module.
Default Data Loaded This alarm will appear if the firmware has been recently updated or if
a system reset has been done. Can be reset in alarms menu.
Service This alarm will appear if the service feature has been enabled in the menu. This
feature is helpful to notify the user it is time to perform periodic maintenance. The type of
maintenance needed to be done will vary based on how the machine is used and the
hardness of the water. Some common things to be done would be replace the group
gasket, clean/replace shower screens, backflush, recharge/replace water softener, check
machine for leaks, calibrate pump pressure, and verify proper operation of vacuum breaker
valve. After performing service the alarm can be reset in the alarms menu.

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Alarms Continued
Filter This alarm will appear if the filter feature has been enabled in the menu. This is
helpful to notify the user it is time to replace the water filter and or softener. The alarm can
then be reset in the alarms menu.
Fine Grind This alarm will appear if the grinding feature has been enabled in the menu and
the shot extraction time is longer than the value set in the grinding menu. Adjust grind to a
coarser setting and make sure you are tamping with no more than 30lbs of pressure.
Coarse Grind This alarm will appear if the grinding feature has been enabled in the menu
and the shot extraction time is shorter than the value set in the grinding menu. Adjust grind
to a finer setting and make sure you are tamping with 30lbs of pressure.
Refill Water Tank This alarm will appear when the water reservoir is empty. Refill the water
reservoir with fresh water.
Pump Pressure Adjustment
The pump pressure should be set after the machine has reached operating temperature.
Failure to do so may cause a false pressure reading due to the expansion of the cold water in
the coffee boiler.
Remove the 2 screws holding the front panel on
near the pressure gauge.
Put the backflush disc into the portafilter and lock it
into the grouphead.
Press the manual shot button and wait for the
portafilter to fill with water and then it will start
building pressure on the left side of the gauge.
Turn the adjustment nut to the right to increase the
pressure and left to decrease. The recommended
setting with the backflush disc is 9.5-10 bar.
This can be useful in setting your grind also. If your grind is good then when you make coffee
the pressure should be around 9 bar. If you are getting 10 bar with the backflush disc, but only
8 bar or less when making coffee then that means your grind is too coarse and you need to
make it finer to create more resistance to raise the pressure.