Rocket R 60V User manual

HOW TO USE YOUR
ROCKET ESPRESSO
MACHINE AND
MAKE BEAUTIFUL
ESPRESSO
USER MANUAL

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CONTENTS
THE FOUR ‘M’s
MACCHINA
How to use your Rocket Espresso Milano machine
• General and safety information 4
• Technical specifications 8
• Accessories and parts 10
• Machine description 11
• Machine installation – connecting to mains water supply
(Evoluzione, R 58 and R 60V ranges) 14
• Programming your R 58 / R 60V 17
• Connecting the remote controller - R 58 / R 60V 19
• Setting your personal preferences - R 58 / R 60V 20
• Setting your pressure profile preferences - R 60V 22
• R 58 / R 60V Boiler temperature 23
• Installing & operating Apple iOS or Android App for R 60V 24
• Programming your Giotto / Mozzafiato 26
• Adjusting the group head temperature 27
• Machine operation 28
MISCELA
Selecting a coffee blend to suit your espresso machine 32
MACINATURA
Our recommendations on a good grinder
and the correct grinding of the coffee 33
MANO
The skilled hand of the barista
• What is espresso? 34
• How to make beautiful espresso 35
• How to texture & pour milk 38
• Preventative maintenance & cleaning 42
• Preparing your Rocket for transportation and/or servicing 45
• Troubleshooting 47
Congratulations on purchasing a Rocket Espresso machine – one of the
finest domestic espresso machines in the world.
Your machine is a Certified Authentic Rocket Espresso machine.
This User Manual covers the following
Rocket Espresso Milano models:
• Appartamento
• Giotto & Mozzafiato Type v
• Giotto & Mozzafiato Evoluzione R
• R 58 & R 60V – Dual Boiler
ROCKET ESPRESSO -REGISTRATION AND WARRANTY
To initiate your warranty and register your machine, please go to
www.rocket-espresso.com/register.html and enter the following details:
• Name:
• Country:
• Place of purchase:
• Serial number of the machine:
• Email address:
JOIN THE ROCKET ESPRESSO MOVEMENT
FOR BETTER ESPRESSO IN THE HOME.

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THE FOUR ‘M’s
Espresso coffee brewing is defined by the four ‘M’s: the Macinatura
is the correct grinding of a coffee blend, Miscela is the coffee blend,
Macchina is the espresso machine, and Mano is the skilled hand of
the barista.
Once each factor of the four M’s is precisely controlled, you will
have prepared an espresso beverage that is the ultimate coffee
experience.
If you follow our User Manual – How to Use your Rocket and Make
Beautiful Espresso for step by step guidance on the four M’s you will
have many years of satisfaction with your Rocket Espresso machine.
CONTACT DETAILS
MANUFACTURER
Rocket Espresso
Via Curiel 13
20060 Liscate
Milano
Italy
E61 group head
by Ernesto Valente

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MACCHINA
How to use your Rocket and make beautiful espresso.
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. This user manual is an essential part of the safe operation of
your Rocket Espresso machine, therefore it is important that you
read the enclosed warnings and cautions carefully. Particularly
information concerning safety during installation, operation
and cleaning. Please keep this User Manual in a safe place where
it can be made available to all users.
REMOVING MACHINE FROM PACKAGING
1. Ensure that there are no signs of damage to the machine by
checking the external cladding of the packaging.
2. Check the machine for signs of damage once the packaging has
been carefully removed.
3. Retain the machine’s packaging in case of future need to move,
or send, the machine by courier. Keep the packaging (boxes,
foam, plastic bags) well away from the reach of children.
4. If there is evidence of defect or damage to the machine, the
authorized dealer from whom you purchased the machine should
be notified immediately so that remedial action can be taken.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Check to see that the data on the rating plate corresponds to
that of the main electrical supply to which the machine will be
attached.
2. The installation and repair must conform to local electrical and
plumbing safety codes and regulations.
3. Installation of any Rocket Espresso Milano machine must only be
undertaken by duly authorized and properly trained and qualified
personnel.
4. This machine is only safe when it has been correctly connected to
an efficient earthing/grounding system.
5. Before connecting the machine to electric supply, ensure that
the capacity and power rating is suitable for the maximum power
consumption indicted on the espresso machine.
6. We do not recommend the use of accessory attachments
such as adaptors, multiboards or extension cords that are not
recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause
injury.
7. Do not use this machine if there is damage to its cord, plug or any
other part or if the machine malfunctions. Return the machine to
the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or
adjustment.
8. This machine has been designed for the sole purpose of
producing coffee, hot water and steam for hot beverages. All
other uses are inappropriate and dangerous. The manufacturer
shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by
inappropriate use.
9. To protect against electric shocks when using any electrical
appliance including your Rocket machine:
a. Do not immerse the machine itself, cord and plugs in water or
other liquid and do not let the machine’s internal parts get in
contact with liquid.
b. Prevent the power cable from being stretched or pulled tight.
c. Do not use the machine with wet hands.
d. Do not allow children or untrained persons to use the machine.
e. Do not operate the machine when bare foot.
f. Fit a circuit breaker to the electric supply feeding the machine.
g. Do not tip liquids on top of the machine.
h. The machine should not be exposed to elements such as
sunlight, rain, snow, extreme temperatures etc.
10. Always use Rocket Espresso certified and manufactured spare
parts and accessories.
11. Before performing any cleaning (other than back-flushing) or
maintenance turn the machine ‘off’ at the machine’s power
switch and disconnect the machine from the electrical supply.

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12. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
applications such as:
a. Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments.
b. Farm houses.
c. By clients in hotels ,motels and other residential type
environments.
d. Bed and breakfast type environments.
13. If the machine operates in a faulty manner, is compromised in
its performance or stops working, turn the machine into the ‘off’
position at the machine power switch and disconnect it from the
electrical supply. Do not attempt to repair it. Contact a Rocket
Espresso qualified and authorized technician. Any repair must be
performed by the manufacturer or by an authorized dealer using
only original parts.
14. When the machine is not in use for long periods of time, the
hydraulic systems should be drained completely and the machine
stored in a temperature above freezing (0° or 32°F). This will
prevent the hydraulic system from freezing which could damage
the internal pipes and boiler.
15. The machine must be operated with soft, clean drinking water.
If the local water supply has a high mineral content use a
water softener. A build up of mineral deposit may restrict the
flow of water within the hydraulic systems causing damage
to the machine and risking personal injury. Conversely very
‘pure’ waters may interfere with the electronic signals read
by the machine for both boiler level and water reservoir level
indications. Use a filtered water.
16. If the appliance is to be connected to the water mains:
a. The maximum inlet pressure is 0.4MPa
b. the minimum inlet pressure is 0.1MPa
c. You must use the new hose-sets supplied with the machine do
not reuse old hose-sets.
17. The appliance is not to be used by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction.
18. Unsupervised children should not play with the appliance.
19. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they
understand the hazards involved.
20. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
21. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged
less than 8 years.
22. Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
23. Children shall not play with the appliance.

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R 60V R 58 GIOTTO EVOLUZIONE R MOZZAFIATO EVOLUZIONE R GIOTTO TYPE v MOZZAFIATO TYPE v APPARTAMENTO
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
PRESSURE
PROFILE
SYSTEM
PID
PRESSURE
CONTROL
TOTAL BOILER
CAPACITY
(litres)
WATER FEED
WAT TAG E WIDTH
MM
DEPTH
MM
HEIGHT
MM
WEIGHT
KG
HARD
PLUMBING RESERVOIR
R 60V Yes Yes 2.38 (1.8+0.58) Yes Yes 1400 W 310 440 390 29.5
R 58 Yes 2.38 (1.8+0.58) Yes Yes 1400 W 310 440 385 29.0
Giotto Evoluzione R Yes 1.80 Yes Yes 1200 W 335 420 400 27.8
Mozzafiato Evoluzione R Yes 1.80 Yes Yes 1200 W 280 425 400 30.2
Giotto Type v Yes 1.80 No Yes 1200 W 335 420 400 23.0
Mozzafiato Type v Yes 1.80 No Yes 1200 W 280 425 400 25.4
Appartamento No 1.80 No Yes 1200 W 274 425 360 20.0

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ACCESSORIES AND PARTS
Check the box and packaging to ensure that the following parts
and accessories are included:
1. Portafilter – double.
2. Back flush cap.
3. Portafilter – single spout.
4. Tamper.
5. Group head cleaning brush.
6. Measuring spoon.
7. Drip tray.
8. Remote controller (R 58 and R 60V only).
9. User Manual – How to use your Rocket Espresso Machine
and Make Beautiful Espresso.
10. Cup frame surround.
11. Polishing cloth (not shown).
12. How to Guides CD (not shown).
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MACHINE DESCRIPTION
1. Steam valve handle. Turn left/anti clockwise to open steam.
Turn right/clockwise to close steam.
2. Steam wand. For steaming milk. Caution: can become hot and
cause burns.
3. Boiler pressure gauge. Boiler pressure should be around 1 bar
when machine is ready.
4. Machine’s on/off switch. Position ‘0’ = off; postion ‘1’ = on.
5. Control lamp - machine is ‘on’ when lamp is illuminated. The light
flashes when the water reservoir is low.
6. Brew group head. Caution: group head is very hot when machine
is on and can cause burns.
7. Portafilter. Caution: its metal parts can become hot and cause
burns.
8. Brewing group head’s progressive infusion piston. Unloads hot
water into drip tray once brewing process is terminated.
Caution: its metal parts can become very hot and cause burns.
Attention to hot water flow coming out beneath after brewing
process is terminated.
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9. Lever for brewing process control. When the lever is down the
brewing is ‘off’. Caution: its metal parts can become very hot
and cause burns, always hold by the black handle.
10. Drip tray and grid.
11. Hot water wand. Caution: can become very hot and cause
serious burns.
12. Hot water handle. Turn left to open. Turn right to shut.
13. Cup frame.
14. Cup tray. Caution: Do not pour liquid on this tray. It will filter inside
the equipment and can cause electrical shocks & serious injuries.
15. Pump pressure gauge.
16. Water reservoir.
17. Braided hose (R 58, R 60V and Evoluzione R models only).
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MACHINE INSTALLATION
CONNECTING TO MAINS WATER SUPPLY – EVOLUZIONE R, R 58
and R 60V RANGES ONLY
The Rocket Espresso Evoluzione R, R 58 and R 60V ranges are built
with full commercial rotary pumps. This feature enables the user to
connect the machine directly to the mains water supply.
The Evoluzione model range is preset at the factory to use the
supplied 2.9 litre water reservoir.
The R 58 and R 60V controllers are preset to source water from the
machines water reservoir.
To connect the Evoluzione, R 58 or R 60V machine to mains water
supply, use the steel braided water hose provided and ensure the
following instructions are adhered to:
1. Use a certified plumber to complete the installation and ensure
that the installation meets local authority standards and
regulations in all cases.
2. Line pressures exceeding 5 bars should be limited with the use of
a pressure-regulating valve on the water feed line.
3. Use a shut off valve to isolate the water supply to the machine.
4. If you are drawing water from a non-pressurised system (ie. from
a remote water supply tank, not mains pressurised) fit a non-
return valve to the end of the water supply hose to ensure that
the line pressure is maintained at all times.
5. Use an inline filter to ensure the water supply to the machine is of
the highest quality (example: Everpure OCS filter range).
Fig A. Once mains installation is
complete it will be necessary to
switch the machine from water tank
supply to mains pressure supply.
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6. For the Evoluzione refer to Fig A. Remove the water reservoir
tank from the machine, move the switch from the water tank icon
position to the water tap icon position. In the case of the R 58 or
R 60V please see ‘Programming your R 58 / R 60V’.
7. Mains water supply will result in a different line pressure to
the machine. It will therefore be necessary to adjust the pump
pressure for optimum extraction results. Fit the blind filter into
the portafilter and insert the portafilter tightly to the group head.
8. Open the group lever (as if to make coffee) and take note of the
maximum pump pressure reading (pump pressure is the right
hand gauge). Pump pressure should be at 9 bar. Close the group
lever to release pressure.
9. Should the pump pressure require adjusting, it is externally
adjustable from under the machine (Fig B). With care using a
14mm socket loosen the pump pressure adjustment lock ring.
10. Using a short screwdriver to adjust the pump pressure. With the
pump running, turn the screw (brass colour) whilst observing
the pump pressure until the required 9 bar pressure is achieved.
Turning anti clockwise will decrease the pressure, clockwise will
increase the pressure.
11. Re-tighten the lock ring.
12. The procedure is now complete. Follow the rest of the installation
guidelines on the next page except for step 2 (filling the water
reservoir).
Fig B. Pump Pressure
adjustment lock ring
(black colour).
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MACHINE INSTALLATION - ALL MODELS
1. Ensure the machine is unpackaged and placed on a hard and
stable surface near an adequate power supply.
2. Remove the water reservoir cover and fill the reservoir with filtered
water, pouring from a very clean water jug with a spout that is
easy to pour from. Be careful to pour water into the water reservoir
only (to remove the reservoir for cleaning see maintenance
instructions). Replace the cover of the water reservoir.
3. Connect machine to power supply that is rated in accordance with
the serial plate on the espresso machine.
4. Turn the on/off switch (4) to the ‘on’ position ‘1’ and open the steam
handle (1). Boiler water fill begins – you will hear the pump’s noise.
5. When the boiler is properly filled with water, the pump will stop
(you can tell this as the noise will cease). Now close the steam
handle.
6. The heating up of the boiler begins.
7. Wait until the boiler pressure gauge (3) reads approximately 1 bar.
8. Now open the steam handle (1) for 5 seconds to allow some
steam to release. This operation is very important as it removes a
possible vacuum inside the boiler which could result in the suction
of milk inside the boiler once starting to steam milk. Close the
steam handle (1) again.
9. Wait until the boiler pressure gauge (3) reaches 1 bar again.
10. Lift the brew lever (9) completely up.
11. Release a cup of hot water from the brewing group head (6) for
the first use only.
12. Push the brew lever (9) down completely to stop water from
flowing.
13. Now the machine is ready for operation.
14. Allow 15–18 minutes warm up time so the group head is thoroughly
heated – the quality of the espresso will be much better with a hot
group and hot portafilter handle.
PROGRAMMING YOUR R 58 / R 60V
Your R 58 / R 60V machine is factory set to optimum working
parameters. Nevertheless you can set your personal parameters
using the remote controller (with display) that you can connect to
your machine.
It is important that the R 58 / R 60V is turned OFF when connecting
or disconnecting the remote controller display. If you are using the
machine with the remote controller attached ensure that the display
is properly connected to the machine.
FACTORY SETTINGS OF YOUR MACHINE
Prior to delivery your Rocket R 58 / R 60V espresso machine has been
tested. The factory settings mean that your machine is set and ready
for use. Please find here below the settings. To change the settings
please refer to the user instructions.
•Operation: Pour over (water reservoir)
•Service boiler: Heating on, set to 123°C
•Brew boiler: The temperature of the coffee water brew boiler is
set to 105 °C
R 60V PRESSURE PROFILE SETTINGS
•Pressure Profile A
6” – 4 Bar
18” - 9 Bar
6” - 5 Bar
•Pressure Profile B
8” - 4 Bar
22” – 9 Bar
•Pressure Profile C
20” – 9 Bar
10” – 5 Bar

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CONNECTING THE REMOTE
CONTROLLER
To connect the remote controller to your R 58 or R 60V machine
follow the diagram and instructions below.
1. Ensure the machine is off (turn the on/off switch to position “0”).
2. Fit the mounting bracket (Fig C, page 18) to the back of the
remote controller.
Connect the shaft to the machine under the drip tray. ENSURE
that the shaft is pushed in fully until it clicks into position.
3. Plug the cable into the socket at the base and side of the
machine (Fig D).
4. You can now turn the machine on (on/off switch to position “1”).
5. The machine is now ready to be programmed to your personal
parameters.
6. Do not connect and disconnect the remote controller unless the
machine is switched OFF.
Fig D. Plug the remote
controller into the
serial port on the side
of the R 58 / R 60V with
the machine off.
D
You can change the settings of the following parameters:
1. Language.
2. Hard plumbing to mains supply or machine water reservoir.
3. Service boiler on/off. The service boiler provides steam and hot
water. If you use your R 58 or R 60V for espresso only you can turn
the heating of this boiler off, so that only the coffee water boiler
will be heated.
4. Temperature unit - °C or °F.
5. The coffee water boiler’s temperature is factory set to 105° C
which reflects an extraction of around 92°C. You can set the
temperature anywhere between 95°C and 115°C.
6. The temperature of the service boiler is factory set to 123°C. You
can set the temperature to anywhere between 110°C and 126°C.
7. R 60V only – You are able to set 3 pressure profiles.
Fig C. Fit the mounting
bracket to the back of
the remote controller.
C
(mounting bracket supplied only with R 60 model)

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SETTING YOUR PERSONAL
PREFERENCES
To alter the factory settings to your personal preferences follow the
diagram and instructions below.
TO CHANGE THE LANGUAGE SETTING
1. Keep key pressed down until the display reads “Language”.
2. Press key or key until the display reads your desired
language.
3. Press key to confirm which will also move the controller to the
next setting.
TO CHANGE WATER SUPPLY PREFERENCE
1. Keep key pressed down until the display reads “Language”
then press key until the display reads water supply options.
2. Press key or key to select your preference “water reservoir
operation” or “hard plumbing operation”.
3. Press key to confirm which will also move the controller to the
next setting.
TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE UNIT PREFERENCE
1. Press key until the display reads temperature unit options.
2. Press key or key to select your preference Celsius or
Fahrenheit.
3. Press key to confirm which will also move the controller to the
next setting.
Fig E. The factory setting for the
brew boiler temperature is 103°C
E
TO CHANGE SERVICE BOILER SETTING
1. Press key until the display reads service boiler options.
2. Press key or key to select your preference “service boiler
on” or “service boiler off”.
3. Press key to confirm which will also move the controller to the
next setting.
TO CHANGE THE BREW BOILER TEMPERATURE
(See R 58 / R 60V Boiler temperature conversion table on page 23)
1. Press key until the display reads “brew boiler temperature”.
2. Press key or key until the display reads your desired
temperature (between 95° and 115°C).
3. Press key to confirm which will also move the controller to the
next setting.
TO CHANGE THE SERVICE BOILER PRESSURE
1. Press key until the display reads “service boiler pressure”.
2. Press key or key until the display reads your desired
pressure (between 0.8 and 1.3 Bar).
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R 60V - SETTING YOUR PRESSURE
PROFILE PREFERENCES
1. Go to home screen.
The home screen displays brew boiler temperature, profile the
machine is set to and step one of this profile.
Press key or key to select programme profile A, B or C.
2. To select personal pressure profile preferences press until you
arrive at the pressure profile screen A.
3. If you want to change A press key
(if you want B or C profiles continue pressing ).
4. Step 1 of 5 will appear.
5. Press key or key to select time intervals (seconds) and then
press to confirm.
6. Press key or key to select the pressure (bars) and then press
to confirm.
7. Step 2 of 5 will appear.
8. Press key or key to select time intervals (seconds) and then
press to confirm.
9. Press key or key to select the pressure (bars) and then press
to confirm.
10. Continue for steps 3 to 5 in the same manner.
12. It is not necessary to use all 5 steps. Steps not used can be set to
zero values.
R 58 / R 60V BOILER TEMPERATURE
Modern coffee roasting companies, cafes and professional baristas
have very precise brewing preferences for their coffees. Specific
blends, single origins and roast profiles can perform better at
incrementally different temperatures.
Rocket Espresso machines measure the *exact boiler temperature
and display that reading on the controller. The table below shows the
boiler temperature and the corresponding group head temperature.
• Most espresso machines measure the water temperature used for
the extraction in the brew boiler. The boiler temperature reading
is then converted into a group head extraction temperature. This
information is misleading and inaccurate as the digital readout
on many machines does not display the real temperature at the
group, rather the temperature the manufacturer wishes the user
to see.
• Rocket Espresso measures and displays boiler temperature. The
table above indicates ‘real’ group temperature through precise
measurement using the SCACE meter.
°C °F
DISPLAYED BOILER
TEMPERATURE
BREW GROUP
TEMPERATURE
DISPLAYED BOILER
TEMPERATURE
BREW GROUP
TEMPERATURE
103°C 90.8°C 217.4° F 195.4°F
104°C 91.7°C 219.2°F 197.1°F
105°C 92.0°C 221.0°F 197.6° F
106°C 93.5°C 222.8°F 200.3°F
107°C 94.6°C 224.6°F 202.3°F
108°C 95.3°C 226.4°F 203.5°F
109°C 96.2°C 228.2°F 205.2°F

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INSTALLING & OPERATING APPLE iOS
OR ANDROID APP FOR R 60V
1. Go to Google Play (Android) or App store (iPhone) and install the
App called ‘Rocket R 60V’
2. On your phone, go to settings and then Wi-Fi .Search for the
machines Wi-Fi network called RocketEspresso and connect.
Password for this network is RocketR60V.
3. Open the App- Rocket R 60V - and click connect.
4. Check on the lower status bar the machine is connected to the
network RocketEspresso.
5. Set as desired. Refer to the User Manual for guidance to set the
various parameters, pages 17 - 23.
SETTINGS
• Machine State - indicates if the machine is on or in
standby mode.
• Language - select desired language.
• Service Boiler - on /off.
• Water Supply – select from the option of mains water or reservoir.
• Temperature display – select from °C or °F.
• Brew Pressure - indicates which profile is currently set. If you wish
to change the profile press one of the alternative choices.
TO SET BREW PRESSURE AND INDIVUAL PRESSURE PROFILES
Select Profile (A, B or C) every profile has five steps with the
possibility to set five different time (seconds) and bar (pressure
combinations).
Start with the first step – tap it set the time and pressure. Tap ok to
confirm and go to next step.
You do not need to choose all the steps for all the profiles. They can
remain as zero values. Check you have the desired Total extraction
time. Refer to the manual for further information and guidance.
BOILER TEMPERATURE
You can adjust the coffee boiler temperature, which is set ex-factory
to 105°C and service boiler (steam and hot water) which is set ex-
factory to 123°C
AUTOMATIC ON/OFF
• You can set the time the machine automatically starts heating up
in the morning and stops heating at night (going to Stand-By or
Shutdown).
• To use this function the machine must remain on.
• As the machine is ON the first step is to set the SHUTDOWN or
STANDBY time.
• This will then place the machine in standby mode to come on at
the programmed time.
CLOCK
Is set automatically by the network.
STANDBY /SHUTDOWN
• Step 1. Set the shutdown or standby time you would like the
machine to turn off and then press ok or save to confirm.
• Step 2. Set the start time you would like the machine to turn on
and press ok or save to confirm.
• When you have finished programming your machine, disconnect
from machines network.
*In some countries it is a requirement that the machine is turned off
when unattended.

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PROGRAMMING YOUR GIOTTO
OR MOZZAFIATO
Modern coffee roasting companies, cafes and professional baristas
have very precise brewing preferences for their coffees. Specific
blends, single origins and roast profiles can perform better at
incrementally different temperatures.
Rocket Espresso machines measure the *exact boiler temperature
and display that reading on the controller. The table below shows the
boiler temperature and the corresponding group head temperature.
°C °F
PID DISPLAYED
BOILER
TEMPERATURE
BREW WATER
TEMPERATURE
MEASURED
USING SCAE
PID DISPLAYED
BOILER
TEMPERATURE
BREW WATER
TEMPERATURE
MEASURED
USING SCAE
118°C 90.4°C 244.4°F 194.72°F
119°C 92.75°C 246.2°F 198.95°F
120°C 93.6°C 248.0°F 200.48°F
121°C 95.1°C 249.8°F 203.18°F
122°C 96.08°C 251.6°F 204.95°F
ADJUSTING THE GROUP HEAD
TEMPERATURE
1. Turn off the machine.
2. Remove the drip tray and portafilter.
3. Turn the machine on.
4. The display will initially show the software version and then
immediately show the boiler setting temperature.
5. To change the boiler temperature, keep key Apressed until the
display reads PrG. Then immediately press key B.
6. Press key Aor Bto increase or decrease the temperature. After 3
seconds it will memorise and display the temperature you keyed in.
• Most espresso machines measure the water temperature used for
the extraction in the brew boiler. The boiler temperature reading
is then converted into a group head extraction temperature. This
information is misleading and inaccurate as the digital readout
on many machines does not display the real temperature at the
group, rather the temperature the manufacturer wishes the user
to see.
• Rocket Espresso measures and displays boiler temperature. The
table above indicates ‘real’ group temperature through precise
measurement using the SCACE meter.
F
AB
Fig F. The Giotto and
Mozzaato PID display is
located directly below the
model badge behind the drip
tray.
To change the boiler
temperature press key A
and keep it pressed until
the display reads PrG, then
immediately press key B.

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MACHINE OPERATION – ALL MODELS
1. Install the portafilter by inserting it into the group head and
rotate the portafilter handle from left to right. The portafilter is
inserted properly once it is firmly inside the group head and the
portafilter handle is sitting at 90 degrees from the face of the
machine (Fig G).
2. You can now lift the brew lever (see Fig I on following page) to
start the water flowing though the portafilter.
3. It is important to leave the portafilter installed in the group
head when not in use. The portafilter must remain heated for a
successful brew process. It will also prevent the head seal inside
the group head from drying out prematurely.
4. Single (with one spout) and double (with two spouts) portafilter
handles come ready assembled with single and double baskets
fitted.
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5. You are now ready to start brewing coffee by removing the
portafilter and placing ground coffee inside the filter basket.
Press down on the coffee with the supplied tamper and install
the portafilter in the group head. Lift the group lever upwards to
release heated water and start the brewing process.
6. To stop the brewing process it is important that the brew lever
is positioned down completely to where the water stops flowing
AND where the pump’s noise can no longer be heard (Fig H).
Fig H. Brew lever
completely down,
water not owing
and pump off.
Fig I. Pre infusion
position. Pump
not activated but
minimal water
through the group.
Fig J. Brew lever on
and heated water
owing.
H
I
J
7. R 60V – the green light on the pump pressure manometer will
be on when the extraction starts. Once the profile has finished
the light will flash to indicate the program has been completed.
The display unit will indicate shot time throughout the extraction
process.

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8. To heat milk dip the steam tip (2) under the surface of the milk
which is contained in a stainless milk jug. Release heat into the
milk by turning the steam handle (1) anti-clockwise, so the valve
is fully open. Once at a good temperature for consumption turn
steam wand off completely by turning tightly clockwise. Remove
jug from under the steam wand.
9. In order to prevent heated milk from being sucked into the
boiler it is recommended that you purge the steam wand after
heating milk. Purge by releasing steam for a few seconds into the
atmosphere.
10. To dispense hot water from the hot water tap (11) turn the handle
(12) anti-clockwise and release the required amount of water into
a cup or vessel. Turn the handle clockwise to stop the hot water
from running. CAUTION THE WATER IS VERY HOT.
11. More details of brewing coffee and steaming milk are outlined in
the Mano section of this Rocket Espresso handbook.

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MACINATURA
The grinding of the coffee blend
1. An espresso grind is a very fine grind yet still granular.
2. Coffee loses its flavor rapidly once ground therefore only grind as
much as is needed for the next espresso beverage.
3. Temperature, humidity and wearing of the grinder burrs all affect
the accuracy of the grind setting, therefore each morning you
may find you need to ‘dial-in’ your grinder (make the grind setting
coarser or finer) This will be the difference between good coffee
and great coffee.
4. It is important to have a good burr grinder with a fully adjustable
grind setting.
MISCELA
The coffee blend
1. Ideally coffee beans should be consumed between three and
fourteen days from roasting. In the first three days the beans are
still releasing carbons from the roasting process.
2. From fourteen days the coffee will start to lose its flavor
characteristics to become old and stale tasting.
3. Store your coffee beans in an airtight container in a cool dark
place. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
4. Blending is to combine coffees from two or more countries of
origin.
5. Espresso coffee should be a harmonious blend of sweetness,
acidity and bitterness.
6. Espresso roasts tend to be slightly darker than filter or French
Press roasts as a darker profile emphasizes body and sweetness.

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MANO
The skilled hand of the barista
What is espresso?
• Espresso is a 25-30ml (50-60ml for a double) beverage prepared
from 7-9 grams (14-18 grams for a double) of coffee through
which clean water of 90.5 °-96.1°C has been forced at 9-10
atmospheres of pressure, and where the grind of the coffee is
such that the brew time is 20-30 seconds.
• While brewing, the flow of espresso will appear to have the
viscosity of warm honey and the resulting beverage will exhibit
a thick dark, golden crema. Espresso should be prepared
specifically for, and immediately served to its intended consumer
(as defined by the Specialty Coffee Association of America).
HOW TO MAKE BEAUTIFUL ESPRESSO
1. Place fresh coffee grounds into the portafilter basket until full or
overflowing.
2. Knock the handle on the tamping mat once to settle the grounds.
3. Evenly distribute the grounds to a level flush with the rim of the filter
basket. Release any excess grounds back into the doser hopper.
4. Compress the grounds with a tamper, pressing firmly, then
twist the tamper to smooth the surface of the grounds. Tamp
pressure should be around 30kg so the applied pressure should
be very firm.
5. Rocket Espresso filter baskets have a reference line inside
them, that the grounds, once tamped, should be level with.
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FLOW RATE & GRIND SETTING
• Ensure that your dosing and tamping is consistent.
• Good extraction is characterised by a 5–10 second delay before
any coffee will pour. Heavy droplets will appear and develop into
a thick, straight and even pour. The colour will be dark brown or
hazelnut, preferably with a reddish reflection (see page 33).
• The pour should be cut off before the colour lightens and the
pour begins to curl in.
• If the flow is too fast (another sign is a pale crema and white
streaks) then adjust your grind to make it finer.
• The finer the grind the slower the extraction. The coarser the
grind the faster the extraction.
• If the flow rate is too slow, adjust your grind setting to make it
coarser.
• Correct grind equals correct extraction equals correct flavour.
HOW TO MAKE BEAUTIFUL ESPRESSO
CONTINUED...
6. Insert the portafilter into the group head and activate the pump
immediately by lifting the brew lever.
7. Observe the flow.
8. Liquid volume should be 50-60ml in 20-30 seconds (from the
double handle or 25-30ml in 25-30 seconds if using the single
basket. Stop the pump appropriately.
9. Serve immediately or combine with milk to prepare an espresso
based beverage.
10. Remove portafilter and knock out spent coffee.
11. Wipe filter basket clean and flush group head.
12. Return portafilter to group head to keep portafilter heated.
Extraction at
8-10 seconds
Extraction at
25-30 seconds