la Pavoni Zip Pro Instruction Manual

la Pavoni Zip Pro

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The producer has reasonably considered every precaution possible, so to assure user’s safety. Anyway, in installing and using the grinder, various conditions may create uncontrollable and unpredictable events; so, it’s always necessary to evaluate any risks and consider what follows:

• Before connecting the grinder, it’s necessary to verify that plate data match with electric net ones.
• Both installation and repair must respect safety instructions and the inforce rules of the country in which the grinder is installed.
• The grounding wire is necessary, like the installation. Both must respect the inforce rules of the country in which the grinder is installed.
• Adaptors, multiple outlets and extension cables are not suggested.
• Do not use this grinder if it is damaged on the cable. In case of malfunctioning, switch off the grinder and take it to the closest authorised service center.
• Do not immerse the grinder, the cable or the plug into water or other liquids. It’s necessary to avoid that internal parts enter in contact with other liquids.
• Do not use any water jets, unsuitable detergents or steam-cleaners to clean.
• During its use, install the grinder on a flat and stable surface being able to sustain the weight of the grinder.
• The grinder is intended to be used only to grind roasted coffee beans. A different use is considered unsuitable and dangerous. The producer cannot be considered responsible for possible damages related to misuse or erroneous and unreasonable actions.
• The grinder cannot be used in extreme environmental conditions. In any case, use the grinder just between -5° C ÷ + 30° C degrees.
• This grinder has been conceived for commercial use, like restaurant kitchen, cantines, hospitals and shops, like bakeries and butchers. It is not suitable for continuous food production.
• Do not allow children or untrained people to use the grinder.
• The grinder can be used by children being 8 years old or above and by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities ; by people without adequate experience just when monitored and if these have received user instruction on the grinder. Cleaning cannot be performed by unmonitored children.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

• Do not pull the cable or the grinder itself to disconnect its power cable.
• Do not use the grinder with wet or damp hands.
• Do not use the grinder when you are barefoot.
• Before cleaning or servicing, unplug the grinder from the electric net.
• Do not leave the grinder switched on when not necessary. When it is not working, unplug the grinder.
• Do not obstruct the fan or heat elimination systems. Do not enter any water or liquids.
• While the grinder is working, do not enter spoons, forks or other utensils in the spout or the coffee container to perform anything.
• To solve any blockage in the spout, always switch off the grinder before.
• In case of failure of the motor, switch off the grinder and contact an authorised service center.
• Prevent the grinder to be used under any weather conditions (sun, rain, ecc.).
• Children must be monitored to prevent they play with the grinder.
• The owner is responsible for monitoring the installation of the grinder, so to assure it has been installed in environmental conditions that will not create a safety or health danger for the users.
• If you decide not to use anymore this grinder, we suggest to make it inoperative. After having it unplugged, cut the cable. In case of failure, switch it off and do not tamper with.

CONSERVATION OF THE MANUAL

This manual must always be at any user disposal. The user must be informed on the correct use of the grinder and on potential risks. It must be conserved in a dry, clean and heat-protected place. Use the manual so to avoid any damage to itself. Do not remove, rip or write on any manual parts. In case you cannot find the manual, take contact with the re-seller or the producer for further information.

UNPACKING THE GRINDER

• It’s necessary to check out that there is not any damage on the grinder, looking at the external packaging
• After having removed the packing, check out there are no damages on the grinder.
• Check out the entirety of all components. In case of defects or damages, inform immediately the authorised reseller.
• The packing (box, cellophane, metallic parts, styrofoam, etc.) can cut, wound or be dangerous if mismanaged. Prevent children or non-responsible people entering in contact with the packing.
• This symbol on the grinder or on the packing informs that the grinder cannot be considered like a usual home waste ; it must be delivered to a suitable waste collection facility that recycle electric and electronic devices. If this grinder is correctly disposed of, you will prevent potential damages to  both environment and health; these damages may occur in case the grinder is not correctly disposed of. Waste recycling protects natural sources. For further information on the recycling of this product, you can contact your local authority, local recycling center or the reseller you purchased the grinder from.

IMPORTANCE OF THE MANUAL

This manual is addressed to the user of the grinder and it is considered part of this product. It shares information on its correct use and maintenance, including information on user’s safety. This manual must be held during all the grinder’s lifespan and must be transmitted to any user or future owner. All information in this manual do not replace safety rules and technical data on the installation and functioning of the grinder and its packing. This manual reflects the nowadays state of the art and it cannot be considered inadequate just because revised on the base of new technologies. The producer may modify the manual without revising previous editions, except in special cases. A misuse of the grinder, or a different use than the one described on the manual, will invalidate any warranty or responsibility of the producer. The grinder can be used just by a responsible adult. It’s necessary to preserve the manual, as the producer cannot be held responsible for any damage on people or things, or any damage on the grinder in case it is misused or in case safety and maintenance rules are not respected.

GENERAL INFORMATION

MANUFACTURER:
CONTI VALERIO – Via Luigi Longo, 39/41 – 50019 Sesto Fiorentino (FI) – ITALIA
MODEL:
ZENITH TOUCH

TECHNICAL DATA

• Ton: 35 sec.
• Toff: 360 sec.

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

1. Container lid
2. Container for coffee beans
3. Grinding adjustment knob
4. Opening / closing tab for coffee bean container
5. Touch screen display
6. Dispensing nozzle
7. Grinding start up button
8. Filter holder fork
9. Power switch
10. Display for time / dose counter
11. Continuous delivery active icon
12. Decrease button
13. Increase button
14. Central control button
15. Dose 1 button
16. Dose 2 button
    

LOCKING THE CONTAINER

Before starting operation, the coffee bean container (2) must be fitted:

• Insert the container (2) in its seat (Fig.3), aligning the hole with the screw located on the side of the appliance (Fig.4) and lock it in position by tightening the screw.
  
  

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

INTRODUCTION

This appliance is capable of making very precise doses, as it is based on the grinding time. It is also necessary to fine-tune the machine before starting to work, first of all determining the type of coffee blend (more or less roasted), the degree of grinding, the height of the filter holder fork (8) and the position of the dispensing nozzle (6).
The grinding time is then programmed for each dose button by weighing the grinding product.

• After connecting the appliance to the electricity supply, press the tab (4) at the bottom of the coffee bean container (2) to close it (Fig.5).
  

• Remove the lid (1) from the container (2) and fill it with coffee beans.

• Switch the machine on using the switch (9).

• Pull the tab (4) allowing the flow of coffee beans.

ADJUSTING THE DISPENSING NOZZLE

• Depending on the filter holder and the type of coffee beans used, adjust the height of the dispensing nozzle (6)(Fig.7) to allow the coffee to flow out properly
  

FILTER-HOLDER FORK ADJUSTMENT

• With the help of a Phillips screwdriver loosen the screw that holds the filter-holder fork in place (8)(Fig.7).
  

• Raise or lower the fork in order to adjust it to the size of the filter holder.

• Once you have found the correct position, tighten the fork fixing screw (8).
  

DISPLAY OPERATION

SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE

The first time the appliance is started up, it is set up with the factory settings. For subsequent start-ups, it maintains the settings prior to the last shutdown.

When turned on, the display loads the firmware and prepares for dispensing.

DOSE DISPENSING AND ADJUSTING (DISPLAY)

• Hold the dose 1 button (15) or the dose 2 button (16) down for a few moments in order to choose the dose to dispense (the button selected will light up).
• By pressing the chosen dose button again, or the grinding start button (7), coffee dispensing is activated and the time display (10) counts down to zero.
• Once dispensing has been completed the grinding time returns to the set value. The dose counter (single or double) is increased by 1.
• Press the buttons (12) and (13) to increase or decrease the dispensing time of the selected dose (time visible in seconds on the display).
• If buttons (12) or (13) are held pressed down for a few moments the time is automatically increased or decreased for the time it is held down.
• To pause the automatic dispensing before the grinding time is over, press the dose button on the display, or with the filter holder the grinding start button (7). To resume dispensing for the remaining time, press the dose button on the display again or the grinding start button (7). Hold the button down for the dose selected (flashing) to end dispensing. The grinding time will return to the set value.

CONTINUOUS DISPENSING

Press the buttons for dose 1 (15) and dose 2 (16) .
The following symbol appears (11) on the display and dispensing will continue until the buttons are released or for the maximum duration, 50 seconds.
To come out of the continuous dispensing mode release the dose 1 button (15) and the button for dose 2 (16) .

FREEZING THE TIMES

Press buttons (12) and (13) together. Once released the adjustment of the dose delivery time is locked. In addition buttons (12) and (13 ) are darkened on the display. Press both buttons (12) and (13) again to unlock the functions.

DOSE COUNTS

Press the central button (11) for 5 seconds and then select one of the counts:

• Dose 1 button (15) : access to the count of dose 1s dispensed;
• Dose 2 button (16) : access to the count of dose 2s dispensed;
• Dose 1 button (15) and dose 2 button (16) : access to the dose count for continuous doses dispensed expressed in seconds;

Only the selected keys remain lit on the display or the numbers of the doses are shown two by two in succession. For example, if the total number of doses is 142536, the display shows 14, 25 and 36 for two seconds each.
After the last pair of digits, there is a pause for a few seconds and then the sequence starts again.

To exit the count, press the central button (11) .

DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT

Press the central button for 5 seconds (11) and then select buttons (12) or (13) respectively to decrease or increase brightness. On the screen display (10) the levels of brightness will appear from 1 to 7.

To exit the count, press the central button (11) .

STANDBY

After 1 minute of inactivity the display will go into standby mode with only the central button staying active (11) . To exit the standby mode press the central button (11) . On the display the main screen will be activated

GRINDING ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the grinding, use the adjustment knob (3) (Fig.6), turning it clockwise to make the powder finer or anticlockwise to increase the granules as shown on the knob. The adjustment is without stops; it must be carried out gradually, grinding a little coffee every 2 notches at the most.

ATTENTION

If the knob is turned by one full turn with the motor stopped, the machine may stop.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

ATTENTION

Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before carrying out any cleaning and maintenance operations. Do not pull the power cord or the appliance itself to disconnect the plug from the power supply socket..

ATTENTION

Maintenance and cleaning operations must be carried out by specialized personnel authorized by the manufacturer.

ATTENTION
Do not carry out makeshift or precarious repairs, much less use non-original spare parts.

CLEANING

Cleaning is a critical aspect for the correct operation of the coffee grinder. A neglected coffee grinder can have a negative impact on coffee brewing and on the accuracy of dosing and grinding. Before cleaning, make sure the appliance is unplugged.

CLEANING THE HOPPER

After removing the hopper from the machine, wash the inside of the same with water and neutral detergent, removing the oily layer left by the coffee beans. Rinse it and dry it thoroughly. Repeat the process for the plastic lid. Do not wash in the dishwasher. Cleaning is recommended at least once a week.

CLEANING THE GRINDING SYSTEM

After removing the lid, open the upper grinder holder. Then clean the grinders and other internal parts with a brush or a dry cloth. If necessary, use a vacuum cleaner or a jet of compressed air. After putting back the upper grinder holder and the lid, insert the hopper.
For complete sanitation, use commercially available detergent tablets for coffee grinders.

ATTENTION

All cleaning and sanitising operations must be carried out with products approved for use with food.

MAINTENANCE

Check and potentially replace the grinders every 500/600 kg of coffee. To maintain the grinders disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply and remove the coffee bean container (2). Then unscrew the screws underneath that fix the upper grinder holder. To clean the grinders, use a brush or a dry cloth; if necessary use a vacuum cleaner or a jet of compressed air.

ATTENTION

Maintenance must only be carried out by specialized personnel authorized by the manufacturer.

ATTENTION

Do not carry out makeshift or precarious repairs, much less use non-original spare parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Contact specialized personnel.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Via Privata Gorizia, 7 -San giuliano milanese (MI) – ITALY
Telefono +39 02 98217.1 – Fax +39 02 9821787
www.lapavoni.com – espresso@lapavoni.it

References

• La Pavoni Espresso Coffee Machines

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