MCE Touch AEP Series User manual

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instruction manual for user - ENGLISH
Introduction
Accessories
Water softener
Cleaning
Service and maintenance
How to serve a good coffee
List of hazards
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General instructions
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the instructions carefully before using the machine!
The espresso coffee machine that you have purchased has been designed and manufactured with innovative methods
and technology which ensure long lasting quality and reliability.
This booklet will guide you in discovering the advantages of purchasing this machine. You will find notes on how to
get the best out of your machine, how to always keep it efficient and what to do if you come up against any difficulties.
Keep this booklet in a safe place. If you lose it you can ask the manufacturer for another copy.
HAVE A PLEASANT READING AND … ENJOY YOUR COFFEE!
The manufacturer has the right to make any improvements on the product. We also guarantee that this booklet
reflects the technical state of the product at the time it is marketed.
We take the opportunity to invite the customers to make any proposals for t h e improvement of the productor
of the manual.
•After removing the packaging, check the condition of the appliance. If in doubt, do not use it but contact directly
the retailer.
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to keep the packaging until after the guarantee has expired.
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of the machine.
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personnel. Incorrect installation may be harmful to people, property or animals.
• This appliance is completely safe only if it is connected to an effective earth system, executed as required by current
safety standards. It is important to have compliance with this requirement checked. If in doubt, have the system
carefully checked by authorized personnel. The manufacturer cannot be considered responsible for any damage
caused by an incorrect grounding device.
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Upon installation of the machine, qualified personnel will be required to install a main switch as required by current
safety regulations, with a distance of contact aperture greater than or equal to 3 mm.
• It is not advisable to use extensions or electrical adaptors with multiple outlets. If their use is indispensable, use
only simple or multiple plug adaptors and extensions which are in accordance with the safety standards in force.
Never exceed the capacity value in kW indicated on the simple adaptor or on the extensions and the maximum
power value indicated on the adaptor.
• The espresso coffee machine is intended for the preparation of hot beverages such as coffee, tea or warm milk.
This appliance is to be used only for its intended purpose. Any other use is considered improper and therefore
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for any damage caused by incorrect and unreasonable use.
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• For daily cleaning follow the instructions indicated in this manual.
General instructions
About the manual
Safety instructions
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The packaging material must not be left in the reach of children. They are a potential source of danger. It isadvised
Before using the machine, make sure that the main’s voltage corresponds to the information from the data plate
The installation must be done in accordance with the safety standards in force and by prepared and authorized
Before any maintenance, deactivate the appliance from the electrical network through the bi-polar switch.

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INTRODUCTION
• When using the electrical appliance several safety standards must be observed :
- do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are wet or damp;
- do not use the appliance in bare feet;
- do not use extensions in rooms where there are showers or baths;
- do not pull on the power cord to disconnect the appliance from the power outlet;
- do not leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric agents (rain, sun, etc.);
- do not allow the appliance to be used by children or inacapable persons.
• In case of breakdowns or poor functioning switch off the appliance and unplug it. Do not attempt any repairs;
call for authorized personnel.
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Any repairs must be done only by the manufacturer or an authorized service centre using exclusively original spare
parts. If this instruction is not observed the safety of the appliance is compromised and cancels the warranty.
• The power cord of the appliance must not be replaced by the user. If the cable is damaged switch off the machine
and contact only authorized personnel.
•In case you decide not to use the appliance any longer, unplug it and have it drained of water by authorized
personnel.
• To maintain the machine efficient and for its correct functioning it is indispensable to follow the manufacturer' s
instructions, having the equipment periodically checked by authorized personnel.
• Do not expose your hands or other body parts in the direction of the coffee delivery spouts or in the direction
of the steam and hot water delivery terminals. The steam and water that exit the nozzles can cause burns.
• When functioning, the steam, the water nozzles and the filter-holder cups are very hot and must be handled with
care, only in the indicated parts.
• Cups must be placed on the special cup-heating surface only if they are thoroughly dry.
• Only cups and sourcers have to be placed on the cup-heater surface. Do not place any other objects.
• Any unauthorized handling of any parts of the machine renders any warranty null and void.
WARRANTY
12
months on all components except electrical and electronic components and expendable parts.
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The user must have sufficient instructions to operate correctly the machine. It is recommended not to carry
out any operations on the machine which can tamper with or alter its functionality. WHEN THE MACHINE
IS OPERATIVE THE BOILER CONTAINS STEAM AND HOT WATER UNDER PRESSURE.
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The espresso coffee machine is for strictly professional use. It is designed for the preparation of hot drinks such as
tea, cappuccinos and weak, strong and espresso coffee. A range of accessories is available to guarantee practical and
functional use of the machine.
If the model has two or more groups it can be used by two or more people simultaneously. This characteristic ,
together with the fact that the machine is able to deliver drinks continuously without any problems, guarantees its
intensive use. Following the instructions for correct use of the machine and the various accessories supplied with it.
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4ACCESSORIES
Cappuccino maker (optional)
• Put the silicon immersion tube in the milk;
• Place the jug under the spout of the cappuccino maker;
• Turn the steam tap counter-clockwise; upon reaching the desired
amount, close the steam tap;
• Pour the foamed milk into the cups with coffee.
position
Hot milk
position
Cappuccino
Milk foaming nozzle (optional)
• Insert the nozzle (A) in the milk so that the sprayer is com-
pletely covered;
• Turn the steam tap (B)counter-clockwise;
• Wait for the milk to heat and foam;
• Upon reaching the desired temperature and foaming turn
the steam tap (B) clockwise.
To adjust milk foaming proceed as follows:
• Use a wrench to unscrew component (C) of the milk foaming
nozzle;
• Use a screwdriver on the screw (D) located inside the
part:
- to reduce foaming turn clockwise;
- to increase foaming turn counter-clockwise.
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D
To keep the milk foaming device in perfect
working order, it is advisable to carry out a
delivery dry run after each use.
Keep the ends of the nozzle clean at all times
by means of a cloth dampened in lukewarm
water.
Use the utmost caution with the milk foaming
nozzle, as high-temperature steam is present.
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To obtain warm milk without foam, lift the tab (1) upwards.
For better results, we suggest not dispensing directly into
the coffee cup, but into a jug or pot, then put the foamed milk into
the coffee.
Be sure the cappuccino maker is kept clean as described in the
chapter "Cleaning".
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SOFTENER
Mains water contains insoluble salts, which cause the build-up of lime scale deposits in the boiler and in other parts of
the machine. The softener makes it possible to eliminate or substantially reduce the presence of these mineral salts.
The resin softener has the property of retaining the calcium contained in the water. For this reason after a certain
period the resins are saturated and are to be regenerated with coarse kitchen salt (NaCL, sodium chloride) or special
water softening salt. It is very important to regenerate the softener within the established times.
The regeneration is to be done regularly every 15 days. However, in locations with very hard water, it will be neces-
sary to regenerate more frequently. This rule applies also if there is a large consumption of hot water for tea or other uses.
Softener regeneration
Proceed as follows:
• Move levers (2) and (5) from left to right;
• Remove the lid by loosening the knob (1);
• Release enough water through the pipe (3) to make room for the amount of salt as required depending on the
model (see table);
• Clean any salt or resin residue from the gasket located on the lid;
• Put the lid back in place by screwing the knob (1) down securely and move the lever (2) back from right to left;
• Let the salt water drain from the small tube (4) until the water is no longer salty (about 30-60 minutes). The salt
allows the accumulated mineral salts to be released;
• Bring the lever (5) from right to left back to its initial position.
In order to keep the softener and hence the ma-
chine in perfect operating condition, it is necessary
to perform regeneration periodically, based on the
quantity and the hardness of the water used from
the mains.
The table alongside shows the values of the quan-
tity of softened water, based on the hardness of the
water in the various units of measure:
- F°: French degree
- D°: German degree = 1.8 °F
- mg CaCO3
For further information on installation, start-up and regeneration of the softener, refer to the relative instruction
manual.
8 litres 1.0 kg
12 litres 1.5 kg
16 litres 2.0 kg
F° 30°
D° 16.5°
mg CaCO330
8 litres 1000 lt
40°
22°
40
900 lt
60°
33°
60
700 lt
80°
44°
80
500 lt 1.0 kg
salt
12 litres 1500 lt 1350 lt 1050 lt 750 lt 1.5 kg
16 litres 2100 lt 1800 lt 1400 lt 1000 lt 2.0 kg
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softener
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The build-up of lime scale in the hydraulic circuit and boiler inhibit thermal exchange, thus compro-
mising proper operation of the machine. Heavy incrustation in the boiler may cause long machine
shutdowns and in any case invalidate any guarantee, because this symptom indicates that regenera-
tion has been neglected.
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Amount of softened water based on hardness
Water softener
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• Put the required amount of salt into the water softener;

6 CLEANING
For perfect cleaning and efficiency of the appliance, several simple cleaning operations are necessary on the functional
parts and accessories as well as the body panels. The indications given here are applicable for normal use of the coffee
machine. If the machine is heavily used then cleaning should be performed more frequently.
Filter and filter-holder
The filters and the relative filter-holders must be cleaned daily in hot water. The best
thing to do is to let them soak in hot water overnight so that the oily coffee deposits
can dissolve.
It is advisable to add a specific detergent into the water, and then to rinse everything
off with fresh water.
Failure to clean the filters and filter-holders daily will compromise the quality of
the coffee and will also cause problems such as bad extraction and coffee grounds
at the bottom of the cup.
Perforated disk and containment ring
Both the shower plate (1) and its containment ring (2) should be cleaned weekly
in hot water. To do this,take off the screw (3) and remove the two elements from
the dispensing unit.
Steam nozzles
The steam pipes must be kept clean at all times. Check the ends of the steam noz-
zles and clean them monthly, clearing out the exit holes with a needle.
Brewing groups
Cleaning of the internal parts of the brewing groups is to be performed weekly as following:
• Replace the filter from the filter-holder with the blind one supplied by the manufacturer;
• Pour a teaspoon of a suitable detergent powder on the blind filter, and attach the
filter-holder to the group;
• Use the manual delivery switch to set the group in operation;
• Repeat the above operations until the water comes out clean;
• Turn off and remove the filter-holder from the group;
• Rinse a final time, so as to remove any residual detergent.
Body
The body panels should be cleaned with a cloth soaked in warm water. Do not use abrasive detergents since the panels could
get scratched.
Grinder doser
Clean weekly the hopper and the doser with a cloth soaked in lukewarm water, both inside and out.
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• Leave the group functioning for about 7 seconds, enough time to create inside the group the needed pressure.
Turn the group off by means of the same manual delivery switch.

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
To ensure perfect safety and efficiency of the machine over time, it is necessary to carry out maintenance. In particular,
it is advisable to ask authorized personnel to carry out an overall check of the machine at least once a year.
Coffee machine
Check the following on a regular basis:
• check pump pressure with a pressure gauge.It should indicate around 8-9 bar. In case of anomalies contact
• also with the pressure gauge, check the boiler pressure, which should be about 0.8-1.2 bar. This may also require
the assistance of authorized personnel, in case of anomalies;
• check if there is damage to the filters’ edges and check if coffee grounds are getting into the cup.
If necessary replace the filters.
Grinder doser
Check the following on a regular basis:
• Check the dose, which should be about 6-7 gr. at a time and adjust the amount as necessary;
• Always monitor the degree of grinding and modify as required;
• Check the wear of the grinding blades. They will need to be replaced if there is too much powder in the ground
coffee (the grinders usually last for about 600 kg of coffee).
Water softener
Do the following on a weekly basis:
• Perform regeneration of the softener (for the softener in the manual version);
• Check there is salt in the container (for the softener in the automatic version);
Cappuccino maker
Use special care in cleaning the cappuccino maker, following these procedures:
• Initially wash it by placing the immersion tube in water and run a delivery
for a few seconds;
• Turn the rotating body (1) 90° to pos.B (milk outlet tube closed);
• Holding the immersion tube in the air, dispense steam (cappuccino maker
dry run);
• Wait about 20 seconds to allow for internal cleaning and sterilization of
the cappuccino maker;
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Close the steam and put the rotating body back in pos.A ;
• If the air intake hole (2) is blocked, clear it gently with a pin.
It is advisable to clean the cappuccino maker after each period
of continuous use so as to avoid malfunctions and to ensure the
hygiene of the system.
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8ADVICE - HAZARDS
To obtain a high-quality coffee, it is important that the hardness of the water used does not exceed 4-5 °F (French
degrees). If the water hardness exceeds these values, it is advisable to use a water softener.
Avoid using a water softener if water hardness is less than 4 °F. If the taste of chlorine in the water is particularly strong,
a special filter should be installed.
It is not advisable to keep large stores of coffee beans. Never grind large amounts of coffee. Use the amount the
doser holds and if possible use it by the end of the day. Never purchase ground coffee as it expires quickly.
After the machine has not been used for a period of time (2-3 hours) make a few dry runs.Be sure to carry out
regular cleaning and maintenance.
This chapter describes possible hazards for the user if the specific safety standards described in this booklet are not
adhered to.
The appliance must be connected to an efficient grounding system
If this is not done, the appliance can be a source of dangerous electrical discharges so that it is no longer able to dis-
charge electricity to earth.
Do not use running water to wash the appliance
The use of pressurized water directly on the machine can seriously damage electrical appliances. Never use water jets
to wash any part of the appliance.
Be careful with the steam nozzles and hot water
During use, the steam nozzles and hot water may overheat, thus becoming a source of danger. Handle such parts care-
fully. Never designate steam or hot water jets directly on parts of the body.
Do not work on the machine when it is supplied with electrical power
Before carrying out any intervention on the machine you must turn it off by means of the main network switch or bet-
ter yet, disconnecting the connection terminals in the network. Never remove any body panel when the machine is
supplied with electrical power.
Never work on the hydraulic system before having emptied it
All actions on the hydraulic system and the relative boiler are to be avoided when there is still water and pressure in the
system. You must therefore empty it beforehand, closing the mains knob and dry-running the delivery group for a short
time. Switch off the machine and open all the steam and water knob and taps. With the pressure zero, empty the boiler
completly, unscrew the special pipe fitting situated on the lower part of it.
If the above procedure is not correctly carried out, opening any part of the hydraulic system can cause a sudden outlet
of overheated water under pressure.
Use of the appliance
This espresso coffee machine is an appliance exclusively for professional use. Any other type of use is considered wrong
and therefore dangerous. Never allow children or incapable persons to use the machine.
Non-observance of the above-described standards can cause serious harm to people, property or animals.
Never work on electric components unless the main switch is off or the machine unplugged.
Shut down the machine completely by unplugging it from the mains before carrying out any operation.
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instruction manual for user - ENGLISH
1. Machine description
2. Touch pad
3. Preparation of the machine
4. Putting the machine into operation
5. Grinding and dosing
6. Preparing coffee
7.
Preparaing hot drinks
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8. Automatic washing cycle
9.
Cup heating device (optional)

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Machine description
Touch pad
Cup heater surface
Hot water nozzle
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Steam knob
Steam nozzle
Filter holder
Cup holding grille
Boiler / pump pressure gauge
Main switch
Cup heater switch*
Machine “ON” indication light
Hot water knob
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Water level indicator
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Manual delivery switch
15. Adjustable feet
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Touch pad
1 Espresso coffee
2 Espresso coffees
1 Long coffee
2 Long coffees
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