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Progressive control of water flow and pressure via a mechanical
internal valve, thus allowing controlled pre-infusion.
La Marzocco's classic paddle interface, manually operated by the
Barista.
With dedicated coffee boilers and pressure gauges for each brew
group, the Barista benefits by having real time coffee boiler
pressure throughout the extraction.

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  • Page 1 Progressive control of water flow and pressure via a mechanical internal valve, thus allowing controlled pre-infusion. La Marzocco‘s classic paddle interface, manually operated by the Barista. With dedicated coffee boilers and pressure gauges for each brew group, the Barista benefits by having real time coffee boiler...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operating Manual V2.0 - 10/2016 MAN.8.1.01 Chapters 1. General Warnings and Safety Specifications page 3 La Marzocco S.r.l. 2. Definition of Available Models page 7 Via La Torre 14/H Località La Torre 50038 Scarperia e San Piero 3. Installation...

  • Page 3: General Warnings And Safety Specifications

    1. General Warnings and Safety Specifications years of age) with reduced WARNING WARNING physical, sensory or mental As already mentioned in This machine is for professional capabilities, or lack of the preceding notes, the use only and should be installed experience and knowledge, manufacturer shall not be held in locations where its use and...
  • Page 4 must be supplied to users. authorized to perform service on 8) Incorrect installation may Users are asked to read the espresso machine. cause for injury/damages to the enclosed warnings and people, animals or objects, for 5) Packaging (boxes, plastic cautions carefully, as they which the manufacturer shall bags, foam parts and whatever provide valuable information...
  • Page 5 is suitable for the maximum This machine should not be installed panel with a wet cloth since power consumption indicated in kitchens. it is not watertight. on the espresso machine. Using electrical 14) Before carry5ing out any 11) We do not recommend device requires that certain maintenance and/or cleaning using...
  • Page 6 19) The machine’s power could compromise the safe supply cable must not be STRADA MP 2 groups 3 groups operation of the machine. replaced by users. In case the A [mm] 1000 power supply cable becomes...

  • Page 7: Definition Of Available Models

    2. Definition of Available Models This operating manual refers exclusively to the following models, of our own manufacture: STRADA, Model MP 3 groups Legend Main Switch Pressure Gauge (steam boiler) Pressure Gauge (coffee boiler) Brew Groups Encoder Tea Water Button Digital Display Steam Wand Steam Wand Lever...
  • Page 8 1) General Description maintained by temperature probe. is a list of effective volume and power The machine is built in 2 and 3 coffee steam boiler has various fittings used for ratings according to the number of groups group versions and is essentially composed safety devices, for supplying hot water and installed: of the following parts:...
  • Page 9 • Testing: Hydraulic test at 18 bar • Water pump performed on ready-to-use small boilers, The rotary vane pump, is installed on the at our factory. water supply tubing and is set up to operate anytime the coffee groups are activated, •...

  • Page 10: Installation

    BOILER BOILER SIZE (mm²) WATTAGE WATTAGE WATTAGE AC220-240V/60Hz 20-22 AC208-240/60Hz 4600 1600 3000 4600 SEE ELECTRICAL AC380/50Hz STRADA MP CONNECTIONS AC220-240V/60Hz 25-29 2400 4000 6400 30,5 6400 AC208-240/60Hz FOR DETAILS AC380/50Hz POWER CORD: 3 X WIRES 1 X BLUE (NEUTRAL)
  • Page 11 WARNING WARNING WARNING The Coffee Boiler and Steam Hazardous voltage disconnect Replace fuses with the same Boiler contain water at elevated from power supply before size, type and rating F1 = 2A, temperature. Water temperature servicing. 250V over 125°F / 52°C can cause severe burns instantly or death WARNING WARNING...
  • Page 12 Note: WARNING WARNING • The drinking water mains valve and This machine should not be This machine is not suitable for the circuit breakers for the electrical installed in kitchens. outdoor use. Jets of water should system need to be located in the most convenient position for the operator to not be used to clean the machine, access them easily and quickly.
  • Page 13 1) Installation guide For best results, STRADA needs a minimum flow of water in input of 100 l/h and a pressure of 2.5 bar. Installations that do not meet these requirements will cause a shorter life of the pump and may cause a high noise level during coffee brewing. If the pressure and flow are not adequate, air bubbles may develop within the gears.
  • Page 14 Pressure higher than 9 bar Flow rate lower than 100 l/h Installation pressure reducer immediately after the water treatment system, upstream of the rotary pump. Installation of the rotary pump (set to 9 bar) immediately after the pressure reducer, upstream of the tee. POWER SUPPLY STEAM COFFEE...
  • Page 15 2) Accessories • Three-phase, 380VAC Total Chlorine, pH & Total Alkalinity, Check the package to make sure that the electrical connection with neutral + Chlorides. following accessories are included: ground, near the bench on which the Ideally, you should perform a test on the •...
  • Page 16 efficiency. If these parameters are not 5) Electrical connections c) Quick connection between the water pump and a) Power supply cord the espresso coffee machine present, a specific filtration device should be installed, while always adhering to the • This is the main power supply cable The electrical connection must be made local national standards in place regarding that provides power to the entire espresso...
  • Page 17 6) Waste water drain connection Water specifications table The espresso machine drain is to be Min. Max. connected by means of the included T.D.S. reinforced plastic tubing. Connect one end of the reinforced plastic tubing to the drain Total Hardness hose connection on the left side of the Total Iron (Fe 0,02...

  • Page 18: Machine Operation And Coffee Preparation

    4. Machine Operation and Coffee Preparation the groups”, it will be necessary to remove CAUTION WARNING the plastic cap and the handle from the This machine is designed only top of the group. Never remove the filter holder for preparing coffee and hot when water is being delivered.
  • Page 19 Note: Air inside the steam boiler may build to 9 bar. Note: It is important to leave the portafilters up pressure (which may be detected When the steam boiler reaches operating installed in the espresso machine when through the pressure gauge). temperature, the light on the Tea dispense not in use.
  • Page 20 Note: Some baristas suggest flushing the Other than the type of coffee blend being group with water to remove remaining used, naturally, the size of the coffee coffee oil or particles. Some flush after granules is extremely important in the every shot.

  • Page 21: Dispensing Steam And Hot Water

    5. Dispensing Steam and Hot Water 1) Steaming milk or other liquids (via vacuum created from cooling parts). 2) Preparing tea and other hot drinks. In order to allow for any condensed water This condition is undesireable and can in the wand to be released ALWAYS allow cause contamination in the steam boiler.

  • Page 22: Maintenance And Periodic Cleaning Operations

    6. Maintenance and Periodic Cleaning Operations WARNING WARNING Jets of water should not be used The machine must be installed so to clean the machine, nor should that qualified technical presonnel WARNING it be placed where water jets are can easily access it for eventual In order to prevent cracks or used.
  • Page 23 1) Cleaning groups and drain wells 4) Cleaning the drain collector - Put a tablespoon of detergent powder Remove the drain tray grill at least twice for coffee machines into the blind filter, a week and clean, pull out the water drain GROUP supplied with the machine, and tighten it collector and clean it thoroughly.
  • Page 24 minute. IMPORTANT If the machine is not going to be used • Hot water: Turn on the hot water valve for If the machine has not been used for more for long periods of time, it is advisable to the time necessary to allow the following than 8 hours or, in any case, after long follow these safety indications: quantities of water to be brewed:...

  • Page 25: Commissioning And Demolition

    7. De-commissioning and Demolition 1) De-commissioning and demolition machine to the water pump. Remove Recycling notice: Warning for the protection of the the reinforced plastic tubing on the drain environment. Start by setting the main switch to the “0” connection. Used Electrical and electronic waste or OFF position.

  • Page 26: Mandatory Maintenance And Check-Up Operations

    8. Mandatory Maintenance and Check-up Operations These operations are in addition to the Maintenance and Periodic Cleaning Operations as specified in Chapter 6. The following maintenance and check-up operations sould be carried out by a qualified technician. The time required for the periodic maintenance is determinated by the quantity of daily work and/or coffee consumption. N.B.

  • Page 27: Software Programming Guide

    9. Software Programming Guide Programming Introduction “Technical” Programming Digital Display page 28 Language page 39 Programming Encoder page 29 Open Valve page 40 page 30 Start Up Procedures Drain Steam Boiler page 41 Shut Down Procedures page 31 Safety Valve page 42 page 32 Tea Dose...

  • Page 28: Programming Introduction

    Programming Introduction Description • This espresso machine has a CPU and many configurable settings. • Additionally, there are many feedback controls employed in this espresso machine to troubleshoot problems should they occur. • The following is a brief introduction to the controls and display and how they interact with the operator. Digital Display Digital display Coffee Boiler 2 Temperature...

  • Page 29: Programming Encoder

    Programming Encoder The encoder knob is always located on the left of group one. By turning it to the right it is possible to increase the value. By turning it left, it is possible to decrease the value and by pushing it down, it is possible to scroll through the software menu, enter functions or confirm first installation.

  • Page 30: Start Up Procedures

    Start Up Procedures Turning the Espresso Description Programming Mode Machine On The following is the procedure for turning • Proceed checking for water connection on the power to the espresso machine. to the espresso machine. • Please follow the procedures carefully •...

  • Page 31: Shut Down Procedures

    Shut Down Procedures Description Turning the Espresso Programming Mode Machine Off The following is the procedure for turning • This machine has two off settings. One off power to the espresso machine. setting turns off all of the components • Please follow the procedures carefully in the espresso machine and the other to avoid any damage to the espresso turns off power to the complete espresso...

  • Page 32: Tea Dose

    Programming Tea Dose Description Programming Mode Tea Dose • This parameter allows the operator to program the amount of water (brewing amount) for the tea button. programming Display Operating Procedure When the espresso machine is turned on, press and hold the tea button (item 6, page 7). After about 10 94.4 95.1 95.2...

  • Page 33: Accessing Programming Mode

    Accessing Programming Mode Description Programming Mode Programming Mode quality of the espresso. • To change the values of any parameter No password is required for access. the operator must first enter into the • Technical Programming - The parameters programming mode. contained within this level are ones •...

  • Page 34: Barista" Programming

    “Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Boiler • This parameter allows the operator to program the coffee boiler temperature. Each group can have a different programming. Coffee Boiler 1 97.6°C 97.5°C Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is ON, press and hold the Encoder Knob. After approximately 10 seconds the 94.4 95.1 95.2...

  • Page 35: Cup Warmer

    “Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Cup Warmer • This parameter allows the technician • This function is displayed only on the to enable or disable the cups heating models of espresso machine equipped function. with this accessory. Cup heating Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is ON, press and hold the Encoder Knob.

  • Page 36: Dose Counter

    “Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Dose Counter • This parameter allows the operator • This parameter displays different values: to view the quantity of coffee and tea • Coffee doses for each group; doses. • Tea doses. Doses Reading press + or - Display Operating Procedure...

  • Page 37: Clock Adjust

    “Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Clock Adjust • This parameter allows the user to set the • There are 3 changeable values within time of day and the day of the week. this parameter: • This parameter is used to display time •...

  • Page 38: Auto On/Off

    “Barista” Programming Description Programming Mode Auto ON/OFF • This parameter allows the technician to • This feature also allows the espresso program the espresso machine to turn on machine to remain in the off condition at a preset time and turn off at a preset for one closed day.

  • Page 39: Technical" Programming

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Language • This parameter allows the technician to change the language of the display. Language ENGLISH Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is OFF, press and hold the Encoder Knob. After approximately 10 seconds the 00:00 following display appears.

  • Page 40: Open Valve

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Open Valve • This parameter allows the service staff • This parameter allows steam boiler to enable/disable the opening of the hot depressurization. water valve. OPEN VALVE DISABLED Display Operating Procedure When the espresso machine is turned off, press and hold the Encoder Knob. After about 10 seconds the 00:00 following screen is displayed.

  • Page 41: Drain Steam Boiler

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Drain Steam Boiler • This parameter enables the technician • This procedure is recommended in case to enable/disable the steam boiler the machine should remain inactive for draining. more than 8 hours and in any case at •...

  • Page 42: Safety Valve

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Safety Valve • This parameter allows the service staff • Should the safety valve fail to trigger to enable/disable the safety valve test. within approximately one minute of the • This parameter allows to bring the steam temperature reaching 140°C, disable boiler temperature to 140°C, thus the function and replace the valve.

  • Page 43: Coffee Boiler

    “Technical” Programming Description accurately represents the temperature Programming Mode Coffee Boiler of the water exiting the group head. • This parameter is preset at the factory • To properly calibrate the temperature based upon initial tests of this espresso of any espresso machine it is import to machine.

  • Page 44: Temperature Measurement Units

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Temperature Measurement Units • This parameter allows the technician to change the temperature display from degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit and vice versa. Temperature °C (°F) Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is OFF, press and hold the Encoder Knob. After approximately 10 seconds the 00:00 following display appears.

  • Page 45: Dose Counter

    “Technical” Programming Description Coffee Dose Counter Programming Mode • This parameter allows the technician to review the total coffee doses. Total Doses Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is OFF, press and hold the Encoder Knob. After approximately 10 seconds the 00:00 following display appears.

  • Page 46: Filter Alarm

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Filter Alarm • This parameter enables the technician • Once the set volume has been reached, to program an alarm that will alert the the error message “Filter Alarm” will be user about the need for maintenance or displayed.

  • Page 47: Steam Boiler

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Steam Boiler • The parameter filling WITH PUMP allows auto-fill cycle during the brewing pro- the technician to select the activation cess can reduce the overall dispensing of the water pump during the automatic pressure in the brew boiler. filling cycle of the service boiler.
  • Page 48 “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Steam Boiler • This parameter allows the technician to enable or disable tauto-fill cycle function during the brewing process. DuringCoffeeDisp Enable FillingUp Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is OFF, press and hold the Encoder Knob. After approximately 10 seconds the 00:00 following display appears.

  • Page 49: Tea Brewing

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Tea Brewing • This parameter allows the technician to boiler for pressure. The activation of the select the type of the tea brewing WITH auto-fill cycle during the brewing pro- PUMP 1, WITH PUMP 2 or WITHOUT cess can reduce the overall dispensing PUMP.

  • Page 50: Coffee Boiler

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Boiler • This parameter allows the operator to enable/disable the coffee boiler. Coffee Boiler 1 ENABLED Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is OFF, press and hold the Encoder Knob. After approximately 10 seconds the 00:00 following display appears.
  • Page 51 “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Boiler • This parameter allows the technician to program the steam boiler temperature. Each machine may have a different value as it is set individually. Coffee Boiler 1 97.4°C 97.5°C Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is OFF, press and hold the Encoder Knob. After approximately 10 seconds the 00:00 following display appears.

  • Page 52: Steam Boiler Temperature

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Steam Boiler Temp. • This parameter allows the operator to • The maximum permitted value for the program the steam boiler temperature. temperature setting is 129°C. Steam Temp. 123.8°C 124.0°C Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is OFF, press and hold the Encoder Knob. After approximately 10 seconds the 00:00 following display appears.

  • Page 53: Cup Warmer

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Cup Warmer • This parameter allows the technician • This function is displayed only on the to enable or disable the cups heating models of espresso machine equipped function. with this accessory. Cup heating Display Operating Procedure While the espresso machine is OFF, press and hold the Encoder Knob.

  • Page 54: Dose Counter

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Coffee Dose Counter • This parameter allows the operator • This parameter displays different values: to view the quantity of coffee and tea • Coffee doses for each group; doses. • Tea doses. Doses Reading press + or - Display Operating Procedure...

  • Page 55: Clock Adjust

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Clock Adjust • This parameter allows the user to set the • There are 3 changeable values within time of day and the day of the week. this parameter: • This parameter is used to display time •...

  • Page 56: Auto On/Off

    “Technical” Programming Description Programming Mode Auto ON/OFF • This parameter allows the technician to • This feature also allows the espresso program the espresso machine to turn on machine to remain in the off condition at a preset time and turn off at a preset for one closed day.

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