ECM 82045 Mechanika V Slim Coffee Machine User Manual

Dear coffee enthusiasts,
With the MECHANIKA V SLIM, you have purchased an espresso coffee machine of the highest quality.
We thank you for your choice and wish you a lot of pleasure in preparing the perfect espresso and cappuccino with your espresso coffee machine.
Please read the instruction manual carefully before using your new machine.
If you have any further questions or if you require any further information, please contact your local specialized dealer before starting up the espresso coffee machine.
Please keep the instruction manual within reach for future reference.
Caution! Important notices on safety for the user. Pay attention to these notices to avoid injuries.
Attention! Important notice for the correct use of the machine.

PRODUCT DELIVERY

• 1 portafilter 1 spout
• 1 portafilter 2 spouts
• 1 filter 1 cup
• 1 filter 2 cups
• 1 blind filter
• 1 coffee tamper
• 1 cleaning brush
• 1 silicone tube for water filter1 user manual

GENERAL ADVICE

2.1 General safety notes

• Make sure that the local main supply voltage corresponds to the information given on the type plate on the front panel of the espresso machine.
• The installation of the machine should be carried out by authorized specialists according to the instructions in chapter 4.
• Plug the machine into a grounded socket only and do not leave it unattended.
• Make sure the machine is disconnected from the power supply during service and when replacing parts.
• Do not roll or bend the power cord.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or similarly qualified persons, in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not use an extension cord/ do not use multiple sockets.
• Place the machine on an even and stable surface. Only use the machine on a water-resistant surface.
• Never place the machine on hot surfaces.
• Never submerge the machine in water; do not operate the machine with wet hands.
• Make sure that no liquid gets on the power plug of the machine or on the socket.
• The machine should only be used by experienced adult persons.
• The machine is not intended for use 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 concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not expose the machine to inclement weather (frost, snow, rain), and do not use it outdoors.
• Keep the packing out of reach of children.
• Only use original spare parts.
• Water tank machines or machines in water tank use: Do not operate the machine with carbonated water, but with soft, potable water
• Do not operate the machine without water.
• Please note that the surface of the machine, in particular the brew group and the steam wand, become hot during operation and there is a risk of injury.

If you have any further questions or if you require any further information, please contact your specialized dealer before starting up the espresso coffee machine.
Our machines comply with the relevant safety regulations.
Any repairs or changes of components must be carried out by an authorized specialty dealer. In case of nonobservance, the manufacturer does not assume liability and is not liable to recourse.
See page 1 for your specialized dealer’s contact details. Authorized service points outside Europe can be found in our dealer search on www.ecm.de.
Translation of the original German user manual
Important You should use water with a hardness of max. 4° do in order to protect your machine from limescale damage. When necessary, make use of a water softener/water filter cartridge in order to reach an adequate hardness degree. If these measures are insufficient, a prophylactic descaling of the machine may be necessary. Contact your specialized dealer before undertaking this measure.
An already calcified machine may only be descaled by your specialized dealer because a partial disassembly of the boiler and the tubing may be necessary to prevent the system from being blocked by lime residues. A late descaling can cause substantial damage to the machine.
2.2 Proper use
The MECHANIKA V SLIM is designed to be used for the preparation of coffee, hot water, and steam only. The machine is not intended for commercial use. Use of a machine other than for the above-mentioned purpose is prohibited. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damages due to unsuitable use of the machine and is not liable to recourse.
This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar applications such as

• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments
• workshops
• by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments
• bed and breakfast type environments

MACHINE DESCRIPTION

3.1 Machine parts

1. Cup heater
2. Fresh ater tank (under the cup heater)
3. Steam valve
4. Boiler pressure gauge
5. Brew group
6. Steam wand
7. Portafilter spout
8. Green control lamp
9. ON/OFF switch
10. Orange control lamp
11. Drip tray
12. Portafilter
13. Brew group lever
14. Hot water wand
15. Pump pressure gauge
16. Hot water valve

Caution! The danger of injury: The following parts are hot or may become hot:

• the area around the steam handle and the hot water handle
• steam and hot water wands
• portafilter
• brew group · body (upper part and side frames)

Translation of the original German user manual

Technical data

Voltages:| EU: 230 V
UK: 230 V
New Zealand: 230 V
Australia: 230 V
US: 115 V
Japan: 100 V
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Frequency:| EU: 50 Hz
UK: 50 Hz
New Zealand: 50 Hz
Australia: 50 Hz
US: 60 Hz
Japan: 50/ 60 Hz
Power:| 1,400 W
Water tank:| approx. 2.8 l
Measurements:| W 250 mm x D 445 mm x H 395 mm
Measurements with portafilter| W 250 mm x D 565 mm x H 395 mm
Weight:| 20.2 kg

MACHINE INSTALLATION

4.1 Preparation for installation

• Place the machine on an even and stable surface.
• Make sure that the machine is on a water-resistant surface in case of water spillage or leakage.
• Never place the machine on hot surfaces.

4.2 Electrical connection

• Make sure that the local main voltage supply corresponds to the information given on the type plate on the front panel of the espresso machine.
• Make sure that you use the correct power plug for your country
• Plug the machine into a grounded socket only and do not leave it unattended.
• Do not roll or bend the power cord.
• Do not use an extension cord / do not use a multiple socket.

FIRST USE

Read the instruction manual carefully prior to operating the machine. Prior to starting the machine, check if:

• the steam and hot water valves are closed.
• the machine is switched off. (Power switch in the lower position.)
• the power cord is disconnected.
• the drip tray is inserted accurately.
• the machine is placed on a water-resistant surface.

Now you can start up your machine:

1. Open the cup warmer tray.
2. Take out the water tank and rinse it thoroughly.
3. Fill the water tank with fresh water low in lime, place it back into the water tank guides and close the cup warmer tray.
4. Insert the plug into the wall socket. Turn the power switch to “1”. The machine is now on.
5. The green control lamp lights up.
6. The pump will fill the boiler of the machine with fresh water.
7. As soon as the boiler is filled, there will be no more pump noise; the orange control lamp is now on. As soon as the freshwater drops down to a certain level in the fresh water tank, the machine switches off and the light of the orange control lamp switches off. Now refill fresh water. The machine heats up automatically.
8. Because a large amount of water is required for the first filling of the boiler, the water tank has to be refilled with fresh water.
9. Wait until the boiler pressure gauge indicates approx. 1.0-1.25 bar.
10. A manual “boiler ventilation” is not necessary because the MECHANIKA V SLIM is equipped with a professional depression valve that ventilates the boiler during the heating-up phase.
11. Move the group lever into the upper position and dispense approx. 250 ml of water. This way, the heat exchanger will be filled with water and the circulation of the water in the thermosyphon system begins.
12. Move the group lever into the lower position. Refill the water tank if necessary.
13. The machine is now ready for use. Put the cups on the cup heater tray in order to preheat them and enjoy your coffee.

Before preparing the first coffee, please rinse the machine by extracting about 2-3 water tank fillings from the brew group and the hot water wand. When the machine is switched off, more hot water can be dispensed. See also chapter 6.5 Dispensing of hot water
** The MECHANIKA V SLIM has a fuse to prevent the machine from overfilling. It is possible that the machine does not heat up when using it for the first time or when dispensing large quantities of water through the hot water valve. In this case please switch the machine off and on again.
Please note that the portafilter, drip tray, and water tank are not suitable for the dishwasher.**

USE OF THE MACHINE

6.1 Preparation of the machine
The switched off the machine is to be placed into operation as follows:

1. Fill water into the water tank, if necessary.
2. Turn the machine on (power switch in position “1”).
3. Wait until the pressure gauge indicates approx. 1.0-1.25 bar.
4. Depending on the ambient temperature, the heat-up phase is approx. 15 minutes.
5. The machine is now ready for use.
6. Insert the portafilter and move the brew group lever into the upper position. Release some hot water.
   Thus, the portafilter will be completely heated.

**** It is recommended to leave the portafilter in the brew group keeping it warm for optimum temperature for coffee dispension.

6.2 Manual adjustment of the brewing pressure
You can individually adjust and change the brewing pressure by turning the adjusting screw, choosing a value between approx. 8.5 and 12 bar.
To adjust the brewing pressure, proceed as follows:

1. Open the cup warmer tray.
2. Place the portafilter with the blind filter into the brew group
3. Operate the group lever and read the pump pressure gauge.
4. Choose the desired brewing pressure by turning the adjusting screw with a coin or a flat screwdriver. You can reduce the brewing pressure by turning the screw anti-clockwise and increasing it by turning it clockwise.
5. Read the pump pressure group to see the adjusted brewing pressure.
6. Put the group lever back into the lower position. Remove the portafilter from the brew group, then remove the blind filter and insert a coffee filter again.
7. Now the machine is ready for use again.

6.3 Preparing coffee
Use the portafilter with 1 spout and the corresponding filter (1 cup) for the preparation of 1 cup. Use the portafilter with 2 spouts and the big filter (2 cups) for the preparation of 2 cups. Make sure that the filter is firmly locked into the portafilter.
Fill the ground coffee with the respective grind for espresso into the filter. (The marking inside the filter basket can help you find the right amount of coffee.)

Compress the ground coffee with the tamper. A tamping pressure of approx. 20 kg is recommended. Thus the ground coffee is evenly compacted. Clamp the portafilter firmly into the brew group.
Place the cup under the spout of the portafilter (for the preparation of 2 cups, put 1 cup under each spout).
Now move the brew lever into the upper position to start the brewing process. The volume for a single espresso is circa 20 to 30 ml. Place the brew lever back into the original position once the desired volume is reached.
The remaining pressure/water will be discharged into the drip tray through the lower part of the infusion cylinder.
The pump pressure can be read on the pump pressure gauge. If the coffee powder is too coarse, a brewing pressure over 9 bars is not possible.
Advice: After the brewing process, the gauge still indicates a certain pressure. Only when preparing another cup of coffee will the build-up of pressure be visible again.
Caution! If the group lever is not moved into the lower position properly, hot water and grounds will squirt out of the brew group while taking out the portafilter. This may cause injuries.
Only freshly ground coffee allows for an optimal coffee result. Therefore, use a professional coffee grinder. In our assortment, you will find several professional and compact coffee grinders.
We recommend using a stainless steel tamper with a diameter of 58 mm for optimum tamping.
6.4 Dispensing of hot water and steam
Important! To protect the gasket of the steam and the hot water valve, please make sure that both valves are not closed to the last stop. The valve is nevertheless tight, even if it is not closed with full force.
6.4.1 Dispensing of hot water

1. Place an adequate water container (with a heat-insulated handle) under the hot water dispenser. After having moved the power switch into the lower position, you can dispense water (e. g. for tea) by opening the hot water lever.
2. After dispensing water, switch the machine on again. The boiler will be filled with fresh water automatically.
   When the machine is switched off, more hot water can be dispensed. However, one does not necessarily have to switch off the machine for dispensing hot water.
   Caution! Place the nozzle of the dispenser into the water container in order to avoid injuries due to hot water spillings.

6.4.2 Dispensing of steam
The MECHANIKA V SLIM makes it possible to generate large amounts of steam in order to heat or froth beverages, e. g. milk or punch. It is a professional and compact espresso coffee machine with an enormous steam volume. Therefore, within a few seconds, you can prepare milk froth.
Please pay attention to the instructions below. Do not bring the milk to a boil, otherwise frothing milk will not be possible.

1. Important: In order to get the best result when frothing milk, open the steam lever for approx. 5 seconds to release the condensation water in the pipe.
2. Immerse the steam nozzle (at the end of the steam dispenser) in the liquid.
3. Re-open the steam handle/steam lever.
4. Heat and/or froth the liquid.
5. After frothing or heating, release the steam into the drip tray to keep the holes of the steam nozzle clean.

Risk of injury
Always keep the steam nozzle underneath the surface of the liquid while heating or frothing in order to avoid spraying.
Important
After every application clean the steam nozzle and the steam dispenser with a non-abrasive, damp cloth; Thus removes possible liquid residues.
Risk of injury
Avoids skin contact with the steam dispenser while cleaning!

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Regular and accurate care is very important for the performance, longevity, and safety of your machine.
Caution! Always switch off the machine (power switch in lower position), disconnect the power cord, and let the machine cool down to room temperature (for at least 30 minutes) before cleaning.
Never submerge the machine in water; there will be danger of an electric shock.

General cleaning

Daily cleaning:
Portafilters, filters, water tank, drip tray, drip plate of the drip tray, measuring-spoon, and tamper require daily cleaning.
Clean with warm water and/or with a food-safe detergent.
Clean the shower screen and the group gasket in the lower part of the group and remove visible dirt without disassembling the parts.
** The portafilter, drip tray, and water tank are not suitable for the dishwasher.
Cleaning as necessary:
Clean the steam and hot water valve after every use.
Clean the body when the machine is switched off and cold.
Depending on usage, please refresh the boiler water every 2 ­ 3 weeks by operating the pump switch and extracting about 0.8L of hot water from the steam wand.
** Use a soft, damp cloth for cleaning.
Never use abrasive or chloric detergents!
Empty the water drip tray regularly and do not wait until it is full.
7.2 Brew group cleaning
An ECM brew group cleaner is available at your specialized dealer. With this detergent, you can clean and degrease the group very easily. The cleaning is carried out using the blind filter included in the delivery. The group cleaning with our tablets can be carried out after approx. 90 – 140 cups.
Follow the instructions as noted below:

1. Heat up the machine until the operating pressure has been reached (1.0-1.2 bar).
2. Place the blind filter into the portafilter.
3. Put approx. 3 – 5g of the group cleaning powder into the blind filter.
4. Clamp the portafilter into the brew group.
5. Operate the group lever. The blind filter will fill with water.
6. Let the detergent react, moving the group lever into the middle position, approx. 45°. (Do not move it into the lower position.)
7. Move the lever into the lower position after approx. 20-60 sec. This way, the fats, and oils can be discharged by the infusion cylinder.
8. Repeat steps 5-7 up to 10 times until only clear water is discharged by the infusion cylinder.
9. Rinse the portafilter and the blind filter with fresh water. Then replace it.
10. Operate the group lever for approx. 40 sec. Then move it back into the lower position.
11. Remove the portafilter and repeat step
12. After this, the brew group is ready for use.
13. Place the filter for 1 or 2 cups into the portafilter.

Caution! Beware of hot sprayings while cleaning the group.

** If you clean the brew group to often with cleaner, it may start squeaking. Don´t clean it to often with cleaner, you will degrease all the moving parts and they will wear out quickly. It´s better if you clean the brew group from time to time without cleaner.
Empty the water drip tray regularly and do not wait until it is full.
Maintenance
** Caution! Make sure that the machine is disconnected from the power supply during the maintenance and when replacing parts.
Replacing the group gasket and the shower screen

1. Switch off the machine (power switch in position”0″) and disconnect the power cord.
2. Let the machine cool down to room temperature.

Follow the steps as indicated below:

Brew group in the beginning.

Use a flat screwdriver to pry out the shower screen and the group gasket.

The shower screen and the gasket are now nearly removed.

Remove the shower screen and the gasket completely.

Keep the new spare parts ready at hand (the rounded side of the group gasket with ECM print faced upwards to the brewing group).

Clean the group with a brush. Lock the shower screen firmly into the gasket.

Insert the shower screen into the brew group.

Take the portafilter without a filter.

Clamp the portafilter into the brew group.

Then, move the portafilter until the shower screen is locked firmly into the gasket.

Now you can easily lock the portafilter into place.

The group is ready for use.
The machine can be used again, as described in chapter 6 of the user manual.
The steam nozzle is blocked
Clean the holes of the steam nozzle carefully with a needle or with a paper clip. For this purpose, the steam nozzle may be unscrewed as well.
Important Do not lose the small gasket situated between the steam nozzle and the thread!
Afterward, replace the steam nozzle.

TRANSPORT AND WAREHOUSING

8.1 Packing
The MECHANIKA V SLIM is delivered in a special carton and protected by a plastic cover and foam.
Caution! Keep packing out of the reach of children!
Important Keep packing and packing material for possibile transport! Do not throw it away!
8.2 Transport

• Transport the machine in an upright position only, if possible on a pallet.
• Do not tilt or turn the machine over.
• Do not stack more than three units on top of each other.
• Do not place other heavy items on the packing.
• Do not expose the machine to inclement weather (frost, snow, rain)

8.3 Warehousing

•  Keep the machine packed in a dry place.
• Do not stack more than three units on top of each other.
• Do not place other heavy items on the packing.

DISPOSAL

WEEE Reg.-Nr.: DE69510123
This product complies with EU Directive 2012/19/EU and is registered according to WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment).
CE CONFORMITY
Conformity
The product complies with the following EU Directives:

• Low Voltage Directive: 2014/35/EU
• Directive for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC): 2014/30/EU
• Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (ROHS): 2011/65/EU
• Pressure Equipment Directive: (PED): 2014/68/EU
• Directive 2012/19/EU regarding waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEE Reg.-Nr.: DE69510123)

Furthermore, the following regulations were followed:

• Regulation on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH): 1907/2006/EU
• Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 regarding materials and objects intended to come into contact with food
• Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 on plastic materials and objects intended for the purpose of coming in contact with food
• Regulation (EC) No 2023/2006 on good manufacturing practice for materials and articles intended to come into contact with food

For compliance, the following harmonized standards have been applied:

• EN 60335-1:2012 + AC:2014 + A11:2014 + A13:2017 + A1:2019 + A2:2019 + A14:2019
• EN 60335-2-15:2016 + A11:2018
• EN 55014-1:2017 · EN 55014-2:2015

Note: In the event of any changes being made to the devices mentioned above without our express permission, this declaration of conformity will become invalid.

TROUBLESHOOTING

a finer grind.
Tamp the ground coffee more firmly.
Reduce the brewing pressure.
The coffee is too old.| Use fresh coffee
There is too much chlorine in the water.| Use a chlorine filter.
The amount of ground coffee is not enough.| Use the right coffee amount: Approx. 8-10 g of coffee for each cup.
The shower screen is dirty.| Clean the brew group.
Sparse coffee dispensing, only drop by drop| The grind is too fine.| Use a coarser grind.
Tamp ground coffee only slightly. Increase the brewing-pressure.
There is too much ground coffee.| Use approx. 8-10 g of coffee for U
every cup.
Weak ‘body’| The grind is not fine enough.| Use a finer grind.
The coffee is old.| Use fresh coffee.
The amount of ground coffee is not enough.| Use approx. 8-10 g of coffee for each cup.
The shower screen is dirty.| Clean the shower screen.
Foam instead of crema| The beans are improper.| Use another coffee bean.
The setting of the coffee grinder is not suited for the coffee beans in use.| Adjust the coffee grinder (When changing the coffee beans, changing the grind can also be necessary.)
The machine is switched on, but the machine does not work.| The orange control lamp is switched off: there is not enough water in the water tank.| Refill water.
The water was refilled, the orange control lamp is switched off.| Switch off/on the machine. Make sure that the floater in the water tank is in the correct
position. (The side of the floater with the magnet point must face towards the inside of the
machine. The floater itself must be inserted with the magnet point on the upper part of the floater.)

The water tank is not fixed properly.| Fix the water tank properly.
Portafilter/ brew group is dripping.| The portafilter is not fixed properly.| Fix the portafilter properly.
The Group gasket is broken.| Change group gasket and shower screen.

If the machine will not be used for a long period of time, it is recommended to
.. clean the brew group (see instructions in chapter 7.2). Afterward, please do not clamp the portafilter back into the group.
.. empty the boiler. Switch the machine off (power switch in position “0”) and open the hot water dispenser. Due to the boiler pressure, the boiler water is now discharged by the hot water dispenser. Close the hot water handle again after emptying the boiler. To restart the machine, see chapter “First use”.
How to froth milk like a “barista”

If possible, use cold milk, so you have a longer time to froth the milk. The fat content of the milk is not relevant, the protein content is important. Even homogenized milk is suitable – if you prefer.

• Use a frothing container (made of metal) with a minimum volume of 0.5 liters. The size of the container should not be too wide. A narrow and high container is perfect. · Open the steam valve for approx. 5 seconds to release the condensation water and to create the dry steam.

• Fill 1/3 of the frothing container with milk and place it under the steam nozzle. The nozzle should be immersed in the middle of the frothing container, just below the surface. · Slowly open the steam. Steam pervades the milk.

• Keep the frothing container still. · After a few seconds you will notice a slight suction in the milk jug. Proper frothing begins. Move the milk jug downwards while the milk level increases. The steam nozzle must be kept under the surface of the frothed milk.

• Attention: When the desired amount of milk froth is reached, immerse the entire steam nozzle in the frothing container for a short time and close the steam handle.
  Milk proteins “froth” with a temperature up to 77°C. Once this temperature is exceeded, the milk does not froth any further.

• If there is any milk left, you can foam up the remaining milk in the jug again afterward.

• Advice: When milk frothing is finished, just shake the frothing container a little bit in order to make the= milk bubbles ascend to the surface and to get a compact milk froth.

• After frothing the milk, release the steam into the drip tray to avoid blockage of the steam nozzle.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

• Blind filter for group cleaning (included with delivery)
• Detergent for group cleaning with blind filter (available at your specialized dealer, item no. PAV9001034)
• Descaling powder for regular prophylactic descaling of the machine (available at your specialized dealer, item no. PAV9001040)

For a perfect coffee result, a good espresso coffee machine and coffee grinder are as important as a good coffee bean. Our professional espresso coffee machines and grinders are the perfect combinations in order to achieve this result.
The knock box perfectly complements your espresso coffee machine and your grinder.

ECM Espresso Coffee Machines Manufacture GmbH
Dilsberger Stra~e 60-68, 69151
Neckargem~nd/Heidelberg, Germany
Phone +49 (0)6223 9255-0,
Fax +49 (0)6223 9255-25
[email protected]

References

• Espresso Coffee Machines Manufacture GmbH - ECM Manufacture GmbH
• Espresso Coffee Machines Manufacture GmbH - ECM Manufacture GmbH

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