ECM V-Titan 64 Espresso Grinder User Manual

V-Titan 64 Espresso Grinder
User Manual

Dear Customer,
We thank you for choosing the V-Titan 64 and wish you a lot of pleasure with your new grinder.
Please read the instruction manual carefully before using your new grinder.
If you have any further questions or if you require any further information, please contact your local specialized dealer before starting up the coffee grinder.
Please keep the instruction manual within reach for future reference.

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| Caution! Important notices on safety for the user. Pay attention to these notices to avoid injuries.
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| Attention! Important notice for the correct use of the grinder.

INCLUDED WITH DELIVERY

1 grinder with bean hopper (1000 g capacity) and lid (also available: optional bean hopper with a capacity of 500 g )
1 lid for the coffee funnel
1 coffee collection tray
1 safety screw fixture for bean hopper
1 user manual

GENERAL ADVICE

General safety notices

• Make sure that the local main supply voltage corresponds to the information given on the type plate on the underside panel of the coffee grinder.
• Always fasten the bean hopper with the safety screw.
• Carry out the installation of the grinder according to the instructions.
• Plug the grinder into a grounded socket only and do not leave it unattended.
• Unplug the coffee grinder when not in use.
• Always disconnect the machine from the power supply before cleaning, carrying out maintenance work or replacing individual parts.
• Do not roll or bend the power cord.
• If the power cable is damaged, it must be repaired immediately by a qualified technician in order to exclude or avoid any danger/further damage.
• Do not use an extension cord/ do not use multiple sockets.
• Place the grinder on an even and stable surface.
• Never place the grinder on hot surfaces.
• Never submerge the grinder into the water; do not operate the grinder with wet hands.
• Do not spill liquid on the power plug of the machine or on the socket.
• The grinder should only be used by experienced adult persons.
• The grinder 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 grinder to inclement weather (frost, snow, rain), and do not use it outdoors.
• Keep the packing out of reach of children.
• Use original spare parts only.

If you have any further questions or if you require any further information, please contact your specialized dealer before starting up the coffee grinder.
Our machines comply with the relevant safety regulations.

Any repairs or changes of single components must be carried out by an authorized specialty dealer.
In the case of non-observance, the manufacturer does not assume liability and is not liable for recourse.
Ask for authorized service points outside of Europe. See page 1 for your specialized dealer’s contact details.

Proper use
The V-Titan 64 has to be used for whole, roasted, coffee beans only. Please do not use flavored beans.
The grinder is intended to be used in households and for commercial use.
Use of the grinder other than for the above-mentioned purpose is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damages due to unsuitable use of the grinder and is not liable for recourse.

GRINDER DESCRIPTION

Grinder parts

6. Display / Timer

*also available: 500 g bean hopper

Image display

Technical data

collection tray)

Voltage:

EU:| 230 V
UK:| 230 V
Australia:| 230 V
New Zealand:| 230 V
US:| 120 V
Japan:| 100 V
Frequency:
EU:| 50-60 Hz
UK:| 50-60 Hz
Australia:| 50-60 Hz
New Zealand:| 50-60 Hz
US:| 60 Hz
Japan:| 60 Hz
Motor output| 450 W

OPERATION

| • Place the grinder on an even, water-resistant and stable surface.
• Never place the grinder on hot surfaces.
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| • Make sure that the local main supply voltage corresponds to the information given on the type plate on the underside of the grinder.
• Always attach the bean hopper by fastening the safety screw.
• Plug the grinder into a grounded socket only and do not leave it unattended when on.
• Do not roll or bend the power cord.
• Do not use an extension cord/ do not use multiple sockets.
Before starting to operate the grinder make sure
• That the grinder is switched off
• The electrical cord is not plugged into the outlet
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Now start operating your coffee grinder:

Attach the bean hopper and fasten the safety screw included with the delivery.| |
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PLEASE NOTE: When replacing the bean hopper, make sure that the holes are aligned.  Otherwise, you will damage the bean hopper if you screw in the safety screw.| |
Fill the bean hopper with
roasted coffee-/espresso
beans.
Open the lock slide.
Plug the electrical cord
into an outlet and switch
the
grinder on. The grinder is
now operational.| |

Important: Never fill the bean hopper with already ground coffee. Never place a finger or other items into the grinding mechanism or the ground coffee funnel.

Emergency Stop Operation:
The grinder may be stopped immediately by activating the On/Off switch

Adjusting the grind

The grind adjustment should be made while the grinder is operating.

1. Turn the grinder on. The bean hopper should be filled with coffee beans. Open the lock slide by pulling it outward.

2. Perform a trial grind by shortly activating the grinding button.

3. In case the grind is
   a. too coarse, turn the grind level adjuster clockwise (numbers on the scale are getting smaller).
   b. too fine, turn the grind level adjuster counter-clockwise (numbers on the scale are getting larger).

4. Please use only small steps in adjusting the grind; e.g. only ½ turn of the adjuster.

PROGRAMMING & GRINDING

Fixating the portafilter and adjusting the height

During grinding, the portafilter can be comfortably rested on the portafilter bracket.  The bracket can be adjusted for different portafilter heights by loosening both Allen screws with an Allen key (2.5mm).|
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Programming the individual portions

Programming the grinding time for the coffee beans takes place via the display.
The time for a single shot (one portion) is programmed in menu item t1.
The time for a double shot (two portions) is programmed in menu item t2.

Press ‘+’ and ‘-’ simultaneously until ‘t1’ appears on the
display.|
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Press ‘+’ in order to reach the submenu of ‘t1’.|
Here you can adjust the grind time to a tenth of a second by
quickly pressing ‘+’ or ‘-’.|
Wait a short while after adjusting the time until ‘t1’ reappears on the display.
Press ‘-’ so that ‘t2’ is indicated.
If you would like to adjust ‘t2’ only and keep ‘t1’ unchanged, press ‘-’ on the display immediately after ‘t1’ appears in order to reach ‘t2’ directly.|
Quickly press ‘+’ to increase and ‘-’ to decrease the tenths of a second.
Wait a short while to exit the program.|

Grinding the portions – Operating Modes for Grinding
The V-Titan 64 offers different operating modes for grinding – according to your demand.

Standard Mode (see chapter 5.3.1):
In this mode, you can comfortably grind the desired portions by shortly pressing the grinding button only once. Just select the desired portion via the display and start grinding.

Barista-Mode (see chapter 5.3.2):
This mode allows you to swap between different shots quickly and easily: Just press the grinding button once for a single shot and twice for a double shot. To stop grinding instantly press the grinding button a total of three times. For spontaneous manual grinding keep the grinding button held down as long as you would like to grind.

Manual Mode (see chapter 5.3.3):
You can also use the V-Titan 64 as a manual grinder by activating the Manual Mode (Man ‚On‘), just press the grinding button until the desired amount of coffee has been ground.

*in standby mode

Standard Mode
The Standard Mode allows for simple and comfortable grinding of a single or double shot.
Single Shot

Press:

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The line is now on the left side of the display|

For one portion tap 1 time briefly on the grinding button with the portafilter.
Grinding starts and the time runs on the left side of the display backward from the preset time t1
When the programmed time for a portion is reached, grinding stops automatically.

| You can stop the grinding process early by briefly tapping the grinding button. The display will show the remaining time of the present time that was not required.
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Double Shot

For two portions briefly tap with the portafilter on the grinding button.
Grinding starts and the time runs on the right side of the display backward from the preset time t2
When the programmed time for a portion is reached, grinding stops automatically.

| You can stop the grinding process early by briefly tapping the grinding button. The display will show the remaining time of the present time that was not required.
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TIP: Programming the portions after determining the remaining time.
By determining the remaining time of a portion in the Standard Mode, you can easily program the grinding times t1 and t2 accordingly.
Single Shot (one portion) is programmed in menu item t1.
Double Shot (two portions) is (are) programmed in menu item t2.
a. Programming your personal single shots t1:
Stop grinding early as desired by pressing the grinding button. After the remaining time appears on the display, call up t1 via the display.

First press ‘+’ and ‘-’ simultaneously until ‘t1’ appears on the display.
Press ‘+’ in order to reach the submenu of ‘t1’.|
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Now you can reduce the remaining time from the preset grinding time ‘t1’  in tenths of a second by quickly pressing
‘-’ (increase the time again with pressing ) For example the preset time ‘t1’ was 4 seconds and your remaining time was 00.5 seconds. This results in the new grinding time for ‘t1’ of a portion of 03.5 seconds|

b. Programming your personal double shot t2:
Stop grinding early as desired by pressing the grinding button. After the remaining time appears on the display, call up t2 via the display.

Wait a short while after adjusting the time until ‘t1’ reappears on the display.
Press ‘-’ so that ‘t2’ is indicated. If you would like to solely adjust ‘t2’ and keep ‘t1’ unchanged, press ‘-‘ on the display immediately after ‘t1’ appears in order to reach ‘t2’ directly.|
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Now you can reduce the remaining time from the preset grinding time for ‘t2’ in tenths of a second by quickly pressing ‘-’ (increase the time again by pressing ‘+’) For example the preset time for ‘t2’ was 7 seconds and your remaining time was 00.7 seconds. This results in the new rinding time for ‘t2’, for two portions of 06.3 seconds.|

Barista Mode
The Barista Mode allows swapping between different doses quickly and easily – just by simply pressing the grinding button once briefly.

Display

Please make sure the display indicates a single line in the middle.

Grinding is activated by pressing the grinding button.

Single Shot – Press the button once

In order to get one portion of the grounds, simply press the grinding button once briefly with the portafilter.

In our experience, it will take about 3.8 to 4.2 seconds to grind for one espresso.
Although, this does depend on the grinding level as well as the coffee beans.

Double Shot – Press the button twice

In order to get 2 portions, quickly depress the grinding button twice with the portafilter.

In our experience, it will take about 5.2 to 6.2 seconds to grind two espressos.
Although, this does depend on the grinding level as well as the coffee beans.

Manual Grinding – Keep the button pressed

It is also possible to grind a certain, specific amount of coffee manually. Press the button until the desired amount of coffee has been ground.
‘Man’ appears on the display.

Stopping the grinding process by pressing the grinding button again

If required, also the automatic grinding of a single or double-shot can also be stopped prematurely:

To stop the grinding process of a single shot, quickly press the grinding button TWICE.
To stop the grinding process of a double shot, press the grinding button ONCE.

Manual Mode

The V-Titan 64 grinder allows for not only automatic grinding but can also be operated as a manual grinder as well.
In order to activate the manual grinding mode, please follow the instruction below:

Press ‘+’ and ‘-’ simultaneously until,’t1’ appears on the display.|
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Press ‘-’ twice and ’Man’ will appear on the display.

In order to activate the Manual Grinding Mode, press
‘+’ once or twice until ‘On’ appears on the display.

‘Man’ is now shortly displayed, and then changes quickly to the standby mode. Now, the Manual Grinding Mode is activated.
To grind manually, press the grinding button until the desired amount of coffee has been ground.

Press ‘+’ once or twice until ‘Off’ appears on the display, in order to deactivate the Manual Grinding Mode.

‘Man’ lights up on the display and then changes to the standby mode. Now, the Manual Grinding Mode is deactivated.

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| If the Manual Grinding Mode is set to ‘Off’, grinding manually is possible as well. However, the grinder acts temporarily slightly delayed in this mode when the grinding button is kept pushed down.
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Display of the quantity counter

The quantity counter will indicate the entire amount of ground portions to you. Please note that a double shot will count as two single shots.

Press ‘ + ’ for a sustained amount of
time and keep it pressed. You will
reach the quantity counter display
automatically.First, the thousands appear
(picture 1)
then the hundreds appear
(picture 2).Example: 8122 portions
Display pic.1: “000“
Display pic.2: “845”| |
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CLEANING

We do recommend cleaning the grinder on a regular basis in order to keep the grinding mechanism functioning properly and to receive even results. Furthermore, you will prevent old coffee residues in the grinding mechanism from affecting aroma and taste.

Cleaning the grinding machine with the ECM grinder cleaner
We recommend cleaning the grinder with our special grinder cleaner every 4 weeks. This special cleaner is made out of food-safe materials.

Empty the bean hopper, for example by grinding the remaining beans, or by loosening the safetyscrew and emptying out the bean hopper.| |
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Empty the grinding mechanism by grinding the remaining beans.

Set the grinder to a slightly coarser setting, otherwise, the granules will not be ground (¼ turn on the grinder scale).

Fill a packet of grind cleaner into the bean hopper.

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Grind the cleaning granules and catch them with the bean hopper lid, for example.

Fill the ground granules back into the bean hopper.

Repeat this process 3 or 4 times. When the granules turn brown you can throw them out.

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Unplug the grinder, take off the bean hopper and clean the burrs with a brush. You may use a vacuum cleaner as well.

Clean the bean hopper incl. the lid and set it back onto the grinder and refill it with coffee beans.

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Readjust the grind setting.

Grind a single portion of beans and throw them out.

Your grinder is operational again.

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Cleaning of the housing and the bean hopper
Occasionally clean the housing and the tray regularly with a damp cloth. You should clean the bean hopper with a damp cloth prior to refilling the hopper in order to remove coffee oil residues. These residues can lead to a negative effect on flavor and taste.

PLEASE NOTE: When replacing the bean hopper,
make sure that the holes are aligned. Otherwise, you will damage the bean hopper if you screw in the safety screw.| |
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Cleaning of the burrs

| • It is very difficult to unscrew the burr bracket, due to the fine threads. There is a risk of injury.
• Please make sure that coffee grounds remain in the threads since it will not be able to be screwed back together if this is the case.
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Close the bean hopper with the lid and grind the
remaining beans still in the hopper. Unplug the grinder and unscrew the safety screw
of the bean hopper.Remove the bean hopper. Please note that the
hopper latch has to be closed.|
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Loosen the screws of the grinder dial with an
Allen key (2.5mm).Remove the grinder dial.| |
Unscrew the bracket of the upper burr. Please
note that it may take some force to do so.Clean the burrs and the threads with a brush. You
may use a vacuum cleaner as well.| |
Make sure, before replacing the individual parts,
that all components are very clean. Please make
sure that no coffee grounds remain in the threads, since they will not be able to be screwed back
together if this is the case. A drop of silicone-based oil on the thread and on the O-ring of the
removed bracket makes it easier to reinstall the
bracket.For faster assembly, turn the upper burr by hand
to the lower one. Then, from this position, back
again in about a ½- ¾ turn.Next, reassemble the grinder dial.|
Readjust the chosen grind level while the grinder
is in use.|

TIPPS AND TROUBLESHOOTING

There are many factors that affect espresso preparation. The coffee parameters have to be adapted according to the type of coffee, the ambient temperature, and the humidity to achieve a permanent optimum result.
In the following table, a few common error patterns are listed regarding the coffee result and the functioning of the grinder itself. In general, we recommend not changing more than one parameter at a time to be able to get back to the original state in case the result of changing the parameter is negative.
Parameters that you are able to influence are grinding degree, coffee quantity, and tamping pressure on the coffee.

The coffee shaft or the coffee funnel is blocked with ground coffee. The grind is too fine. degree. Coffee pours out too fast into the cup. The grind is not fine enough. Sparse coffee dispensing, only drop by drop grind is too fine degree. Little or no crema on top of the coffee grind is not fine enough. The bracket of the grind level adjuster has become loose/ The grind setting has changed autonomously. Vibrations during grinding have loosened the bracket.2. Loosen both screws (2.5mmThe grinder motor does not operate. The on/Off switch is positioned to „Off”.Unequal grinding quantities. The lock slide of the bean hopper is not completely open.

The grinder motor is working, but no ground coffee is falling out of the coffee funnel.| No beans in the bean hopper.| Refill coffee beans in the bean
The lock slide of the bean hopper is closed.| Open the lock slide.
The grinder motor is working, but no ground coffee is falling out of the coffee funnel.| The coffee shaft or the coffee funnel is blocked with coffee powder.| The clean coffee shaft or coffee funnel.
The grinder motor produces a humming sound, does not operate, or does not grind any motor.| The grind is too fine: The grinding burrs touch and mutually block each other.| Adjust the grind to a coarser degree.
The coffee shaft or the coffee funnel is blocked with coffee powder. The coffee blocks the motor.| Clean the coffee shaft, adjust the grind to a coarser degree.
The foreign object inside the grinding chamber| Remove foreign objects from the grinding chamber. To do so, follow the steps indicated in chapter 6.3.
The coffee shaft or the coffee funnel is blocked with ground coffee.| The grind is too fine.
degree.| Adjust the grind to a coarser
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The humidity inside the funnel is too high.| Please make sure that the grinder is not placed too close to the steam wand of the espresso machine.
Coffee pours out too fast into the cup.| The grind is not fine enough.| Adjust the grind to a finer degree.
The amount of ground coffee is not enough.| Use more coffee. 4 Increase grinding time
Not enough tamping pressure| Use more pressure when tamping.
Sparse coffee dispensing, only drop by drop| The grind is too fine
degree.| Adjust the grind to a coarser
There is too much ground coffee.| Use less ground coffee. 4 Reduce grinding time.
Too much tamping pressure| Use less pressure when tamping.
Little or no crema on top of the coffee| The grind is not fine enough.| Adjust the grind to a finer degree.
Coffee too old
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Use fresh coffee.|
The amount of ground coffee is not enough.| Use more coffee. 4 Increase grinding time
The beans are improper| Use another type of coffee bean.
The bracket of the grind level adjuster has become loose/ The grind setting has changed autonomously.| Vibrations during grinding have loosened the bracket.
2. Loosen both screws (2.5mm| 1. Switch the grinder off and
unplug the electrical cord.
Allen wrench), that are, or were, holding the grind adjustment bracket.
Position the bracket as close to the gear wheel as possible and tighten both screws again.
The grinder motor does not operate.| The on/Off switch is positioned to „Off”.| Switch On/Off switch to position „On”.
The motor grinder is too hot.
4 Grinder is automatically
switched off by the over-temperature protection| Let the grinder cool down.
Have several? kilograms of coffee been ground
the grind too fine causing the burrs to block each other?
Unequal grinding quantities.| The lock slide of the bean hopper is not completely open.| Open the lock slide.
The Bean hopper is not evenly filled.| Make sure that the bean hopper. Is evenly filled.
The burrs have not been broken in yet.| Over time, and usage, the grind will become stabilized.

CE CONFORMITY

Conformity

This product complies with the following directives:

• Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG
• 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
• Directive 2012/19/EU regarding waste electrical and electronic equipment -(WEEE 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 into 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 60335-2-64:2002 + A1 +A2
• EN 55014-1:2017
• EN 55014-2:2015
• EN 62233:2008
• IEC 60335-1(ed5) +A1 +A2
• IEC 60335-2-64:2002 +A1 +A2

DISPOSAL

WEEE Reg. No.: DE69510123

This product complies with EU Directive 2012/19/EU and is registered according to WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment).

MAINTENANCE

Any repairs or changes of single components must be carried out by an authorized specialty dealer.
If your burrs have to be replaced (usually after grinding 1100-1200 kg of coffee), please contact your authorized specialty dealer as well.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

For a perfect coffee result, a good espresso coffee machine and coffee grinder are as important as a good coffee. Our professional espresso coffee machines are the best basis to achieve this result.
Tamper and tamping stations are recommended to assure constant pressure on the coffee grounds.
The coffee knock box perfectly complements your espresso coffee machine as well as your grinder.

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References

• Espresso Coffee Machines Manufacture GmbH - ECM Manufacture GmbH

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