Do you have a question about the A600 and is the answer not in the manual?
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jose
April 17, 2025
hi, iam installing a kitchen in an office
they have asked for this model - Franke A600 FMCM plumbed machine -
can you please forward link to installation video or similar, thank you
jose
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A600 oriGinal operaTinG insTrucTions coffee machine: fcs4043 - refrigeration unit: fcs4046 Read the operating instructions and the chapter "For your safety" before operating the machine. Keep the Operating Instructions with the machine and pass them along to the next user if the machine is sold or transferred to a...
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Congratulations on your purchase of an A600. Thank you for your confidence in us. The A600 is a powerful and space-saving coffee machine that adapts to your needs perfectly. The A600 will enable you to offer high-quality coffee specialties rapidly and individually. Your customers will be impressed.
FoamMaster is also used to generate milk foam. The Flavor Station is not designed to pump more viscous fluids such Only use pre-cooled milk (2 - 5 °C or 36 - 41 °F). Only use FRANKE as chocolate sauce. clean solution. Other cleaning agents may leave residues in the milk system.
• if the machine has not been cleaned or filled as intended. power supply cable. • The A600 is intended for use by trained personnel. Each op- • If the machine power connection cable is damaged, it must be replaced erator of the A600 must have read and understood the instruc- by a power connection cable intended for that purpose.
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• Clean the coffee machine and add-on units at least once a day. the powder system or to empty the grounds container). • Read the chapter "Care of the A600". • Exercise care and caution when working in an open machine. risk of contamination • Only service technicians should open the machine for any other...
So that you can get the most out of your A600, we would like to familiarize you with the symbols used in the Operating Instructions and software. For us, thorough information and open communication go without saying.
Symbols used in the software Symbols on the dashboard Symbol Name Description Symbol Name Description Franke Call up Maintenance level Power button Switch the machine to standby Servicing/Cleaning Machine must be cleaned and/or serviced Cup heater Drip tray Drip tray is full or not installed correctly...
Depiction of error messages Highlighted products cannot be prepared. The illuminated symbol on the dashboard takes you to the error message. Highlighted products cannot be prepared. The banderole in the corner takes you to the error message. If the entire system is aff ected by an error, then the error message will appear automatically.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY AND IDENTIFICATION The A600 is a powerful coff ee machine. Its modern operating concept will help you keep your cool in any situation. Listed below are ways to identify your machine and what is included in the standard delivery.
DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE Congratulations on selecting the A600 for the single-serve coffee experience you have been waiting for. Here you will get to know the components of your coffee machine and learn more about its functions and options. Coffee machine A600...
Components of the A600 Bean hopper Powder container Brewing unit Internal water tank (option) Grounds container External water tank (option) Wastewater tank (option) Drip tray with drip grid...
Please note the permitted machine combinations and the operating instructions of the add-on units. Refrigeration unit Su05 (optional) FoamMaster You can connect the refrigeration unit directly to the A600 to (option) make sure the milk for your coffee beverages stays fresh. The FoamMaster provides tasty Additional refrigeration units available for the A600: milk foam beverages.
The operating interface Menu elements of the operating interface, using Quick Select as an example FRANKE button is used to switch between Maintenance level and Product level. Scroll forwards/backwards. Navigation Switching to Energy saver mode To fi nish Energy saver mode, tap on the operating interface.
Overview of operating modes Cash Register Quick Select Inspire Me (optional with Credit Mode) Non-self-service Self-service Self-service Inspire Me operating mode is particularly suitable Cash Register is the operating mode for non-self-service Quick Select operating mode is the standard set- for self-service.
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Cash Register The suitable operation mode is dependent on the utilization of your coff ee machine, your pro- duct range and the preferences of Product selection your customers. Your Service technician will be Quick Select happy to help you set the approp- riate operating mode.
INSTALLATION AND TECHNICAL DATA Your A600 must be properly installed so that you can operate it correctly – your service technician will gladly do that for you. You'll have to take care of a few things first. You'll find the requirements for problem-free enjoyment of your coffee machine here.
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Dimensions of the A600 FoamMaster Installation dimensions of the A600 ≥ 50 The dimensions are specifi ed in mm. Prepare a stable, ergonomic surface (min. load capacity: 150 kg or 330.7 lb). The operator panel should be at eye level. Minimum clearances: • To the rear wall: 50 mm...
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FoamMaster Su05 FM / Su05 MS Flavor Station FS30 (option) (option) (option) Device type FCS4055 Device type FCS4048 Capacity up to 3 varieties of syrup Milk container Electrical connection 220–240 V 1L N PE 75 W 50/60 Hz Electrical connection 220 – 240 V 1L N PE 50/60 Hz Fuse: 10 A Su05 FM 1.95 –...
In this chapter you will learn how to start up your A600 coff ee machine for the fi rst time. Initial commissioning of the A600 Your service technician will put your coff ee machine in operation for the fi rst time and show you how to operate it.
fillinG anD empTyinG Ensure that all ingredients are always available. That way you will able to off er your customers the wide assortment of your product range at all times. Be prepared for a successful day. Beans, powder and water Filling the coff ee bean hopper and powder container Warning risk of injury, eye injury and damage to the machine...
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• Fill the water tank with water only. found in the chapter "Care of the A600", p. 36. If there is milk in the Fluid-System. Pull out the water tank. Attach lid.
For notes on cleaning, see • Always transport the pow- or crushing injuries. Chapter "Care of the A600", der container in an upright p. 35. • Exercise care when cleaning position and closed. Remove the powder container Pull the locking slide towards the powder container.
• Place the container lid with the suction hose only on a surface that is clean. For notes on cleaning the milk system, see Chapter "Care of the A600", p. Remove the milk container lid. Attach the milk container lid. Slide the milk container all the way in. Close the door.
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Emptying the refrigeration unit Note Milk quality The refrigeration unit is intended solely for keeping the milk cool during use. • Remove the milk and store it in a refrigerator when the coff ee is Open the door. Take out the milk container. Store the milk in a refrigerator not going to be used for a prolonged time, e.g.
PREPARING DRINKS You chose the A600 because you love coff ee and want to off er your customers something special. In this section you will fi nd information about preparing drinks and the possible variations for your specialty drinks. Preparing drinks with Quick Select...
Preparing drinks with Cash Register When you prepare several products one after the other, be sure to observe the following: • Have suffi cient glasses or cups ready to use. • You can continuously add new products to the waiting list during the preparation. • You can select and clear products from the waiting list.
Preparing drinks with Inspire Me Warning risk of scalding or burning! The dispensers and drinks are hot. • Do not touch the area under the outlets. • In case of scalding or burns, immediately cool the aff ected area and consult a doctor depending on the severity of the injury. Tap on the desired menu card Place an appropriate cup or glass Scroll through the menu cards.
Preparing drink with ground coff ee Example: Quick Select You have selected a drink with decaffeinated coffee. Please open powder lid and add • Only ground coff ee - decaffeinated coffee. decaff einated or with caff eine - can be used. • Soluble instant coff ee Message: Open powder lid and...
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Steam dispenser ( Autosteam/Autosteam Pro) Example: Quick Select Warning risk of scalding or burning! The dispensers and drinks are hot. Autosteam is suitable for the • Do not touch the area under the outlets. manual heating and foaming • In case of scalding or burns, immediately cool the aff ected area of milk and for the heating of and consult a doctor depending on the severity of the injury.
THe a600 Even a coff ee machine like the A600 must be cared for. To ensure high-quality fl avor, the A600 must be cleaned at least once a day and serviced at regular intervals. Introduction to automatic cleaning Accessories required: Your responsibility for the perfect coff ee experience.
Cleaning and maintenance plan frequency Task information Clean the A600 See p. 33 Clean the steam wand See p. 33 Clean the interior, the inside of the door and the door seal in the refrigeration unit See p. 36 Daily Clean the internal water tank See p.
Starting the automatic cleaning Warning ERROR LOG fi les Data transfer and individua- Cleaning the coff ee machine lization Danger of scalding. Clean Flavor Station Cleaning and maintenance Rinse Coff ee Machine During cleaning, hot water and Prepare milk system The factory-set PIN code is steam are released repeatedly.
Cleaning and maintenance • Rinsing is not a substitute for daily cleaning. Rinsing is necessary to remove residue build-up in the coff ee and milk systems. • The A600 automatically rinses after certain time intervals as well Switch to Maintenance level. Select Cleaning and mainte- as when it is switched on or off .
Cleaning the bean hopper and powder container (weekly) Note Soiling, formation of mildew The bean hopper dries slowly and can continue to release moisture during fi tting. • Do not bring the bean hopper into direct contact with water. • Only use a damp cloth for cleaning. Open the door.
Cleaning the brewing unit Open the door. Release the brewing unit lock in Remove the brewing unit. Clean the brewing unit. Insert the brewing unit. counterclockwise direction. Lock in clockwise direction. Cleaning the internal water tank/Replacing the fi lter cartridge Turn the fi lter cartridge (optional) Clean the water tank using the Fill the new fi lter cartridge with...
CONFIGuRING Your A600 can be programmed individually — so that the coff ee machine is just as fl exible as you are. We have kept the programming simple to make your job easier. Try it for yourself. Introduction to programming • All programming menu items are shown on the following pages.
1.12 Payment 1.14 Edge lighting "Cleaning and maintenance" menu tree Cleaning and maintenance Error log Cleaning the coffee machine See the "Care of the A600" chapter, p. 31, for additional information on Rinse Coffee Machine cleaning and maintenance. Prepare milk system...
My Settings 1 Set Machine My settings 1 Set Machine 1.1 Language Parameters Value range Remarks Select language DE, EN, FR, NL, DA, FI, NO, The language is switched immediately on the user interface SV, PL, CS, uK, Ru, etc. Default: DE (German) 1.2 Operation Mode Parameters...
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1 Set Machine (continued) 1.7 Temperatures Parameters Value range Remarks Coffee -20 % - +20 % • The temperature in the coffee boiler is preset by the service tech- nician • The set temperature can be adjusted by percentages using the sliding controller Hot water/steam -20 % - +20 %...
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Setting drinks Cold cappuccino Select product Test Select variation Confirm variation • You can save each product in three user-specific variations. The General Coffee original cannot be changed. Brewing quantity • Only parameters that are relevant for the product are displayed. Select area Preparing the Water quantity test product...
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Date and Time Date and Time Parameters Value range Remarks On/Off Machine With PIN Yes/No • Yes: The coffee machine can be switched on or off only with the PIN code • Default: No Date and time Parameters Value range Remarks Display 12 h/24 h...
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6 Access rights 6 Access rights 6.2 Owner Parameters Value range Remarks • Authorizations: Access to my settings; call up coun- Set PIN 0 - 9 ter values • Default PIN: 1111 Parameters Value range Remarks 6.3 Specialist • Authorizations: Limited access to my settings; call Set PIN 0 - 9 up the counter values of all products...
Counters owner menu items specialist menu items operator menu items Without Vip system 4.1 Machine total (standard) 4.2 Cycles 4.3 Water filter 4.4 Grinders/dosing units 4.5 Cleanings 4.6 Coffee products 4.7 Milk products 4.9 Water products 4.10 Powder products 4.11 Flavor products 4.12 All products 4.12 All products 4.12 All products...
Confi gure the behavior of the various operating modes or of the Individualization and data transfer menu here: screen savers. Create backups of your A600 on a regular basis. Simply insert a uSB stick and start the process. Fast, simple and secure. My settings Individualization and data transfer...
4 set default values, selected parameters can be reset to the preset values. 2.6 Menu Cards • 5 Import FPC becomes usable when a uSB stick with a valid Franke product 2.7 Advertising images catalog is connected. • 7 Eject uSB stick logs off connected uSB sticks.
Necessary folder structure on the uSB stick Drive QML files You must maintain a specific directory structure so that the A600 can recognize your images without difficulty. Create the folder structure one time, save it and it will be quickly available.
using my images Confi guring my screen saver 2 Modify depiction 2.1 Activate drinks Adapt menu My screen saver 2.2 Image carousel Preview 2.3 Screen saver Load images using Drag & Drop 2 to 20 2.1 Activate drinks 2.4 My screen saver 2.2 Image carrousel 2.5 Video screen saver 2.3 Screen saver 2.6 Menu cards...
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Confi guring my advertising images 2 Modify depiction 2.1 Activate drinks Menü anpassen My advertising images My advertising images 2.2 Image carousel Adapt menu Change time Change time Preview Preview 2.3 Screen saver Load images using Drag & Drop 2 to 20 Load images using Drag & Drop 2 to 20 2.1 Activate drinks 2.1 Activate drinks...
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> Set Machine > Operation Mode. • Products to which no image has been assigned will be displayed without an image. • You can either use the Franke images or your own, but you cannot mix the two types with one another.
Empty the milk container. fi nd help for this in the chapter Clean the milk container and "Care of the A600". the milk tube. Short-term decommissioning (up to 3 weeks) Install menu My settings Individualization and data transfer...
Long-term decommissioning and storage Note ensure functional capability. Contact the FRANKE Service team for proper decommissioning and storage. Have your coffee machine drained by your service technician and observe the storage conditions: • Storage temperatures: -10 °C to 50 °C • Humidity: max. 80% If you plan to start using your machine again later, taking advantage of our service is essential.
TroublesHooTinG Help is available from your A600 in the event of problems. Events and information are displayed on the monitor screen. If you are still unable to resolve the problem despite your best eff orts, please contact our Service department.
Help with problems concerning product quality Possible causes Possible solutions Grind too coarse Select a finer grind (see p. 22) Coffee tastes stale Too little coffee Increase amount of coffee Temperature too low Increase temperature Coffee is too old use fresh coffee Bean hopper not locked correctly Check bean hopper locking mechanism (see p.
Original parts Expendable materials Item Order number Cleaning tablets BK328400 (100 pcs.) Clean solution 1L301219 FoamMaster clean solution 1Z365033 Filter cartridge (6 pcs.) 1P315694 Mains connection cable Item Order number Mains connection cable uSA 30 A 1T310650 Mains connection cable 10 A 1T310025 16 A...
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Franke Kaffeemaschinen AG Your distribution partner: Franke-Strasse 9 4663 Aarburg Switzerland Tel. +41 62 787 31 31 www.franke.com Issued: 03.16/Order number: 1C345305/Revision B...
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Do you have a question about the A600 and is the answer not in the manual?
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hi, iam installing a kitchen in an office they have asked for this model - Franke A600 FMCM plumbed machine - can you please forward link to installation video or similar, thank you jose