Compak K3 TOUCH Instruction Manual

Compak K3 TOUCH Instruction Manual

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K3 TOUCH
K3 PUSH
K3 TOUCH ADVANCED

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  • Page 1 PROFESSIONAL GOURMET K3 TOUCH K3 PUSH K3 TOUCH ADVANCED...
  • Page 2 Congratulations on your new Compak grinder! Compak Coffee Grinders is the result of a tireless dedication in the pursuit of perfection from more than 4 decades operating in the world of coffee. We have made this possible through a combination of experience, a passion for innovation, and the goal of excellence, in attaining the satisfaction of our valued customers.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    index 1. Safety meaSureS 2. deScription 3. inStructionS 4. identification 5. technical characteriSticS 6. external componentS 7. inStallation 8. regulation 9. operation 10. cleaning 11. maintenance 12. ec conformity...
  • Page 4: Safety Measures

    1. Safety meaSureS NOTE: The manufacturer will not be held responsible for any damages resulting from improper use of the equipment, or for not following the safety measures as outlined below. Safety measures incorporated into our grinders: • Special screw to maintain the hopper fixed in place. • Access restrictor in the grind group. Owners: Please pay careful attention with the following instructions: • The grinder should be used exclusively for the function for which it was designed: grinding whole bean coffee.
  • Page 5: Description

    With coffee K3 TOUCH K3 PUSH 74,8 dB K3 TOUCH ADVANCED 2. deScription Your new grinder has been designed using the most sophisticated technologies in existence. The result is a product of high quality that offers the assurance of the best results possible.
  • Page 6: Instructions

    3. inStructionS 3.1. This manual is designed to provide the necessary information to correctly install, use and maintain the grinder, as well as to highlight precautions for users to keep in mind. To ensure the best operation of the coffee grinder, please follow the instructions as outlined in this manual.
  • Page 7: Technical Characteristics

    110 v 220 v 230 v 240 v Model 50 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 50 Hz Electrical K3 TOUCH, power K3 PUSH, K3 TOUCH ADVANCED Spin speed 1320 1620 1650 1640 1340 1345 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS | Ref. quality process 002/03 | v. 25/03/2014 | K01070...
  • Page 8 Model K3 TOUCH K3 PUSH K3 TOUCH ADVANCED Ø burrs 8.16 lb/h Production 50Hz* Kg/h 3,71 9.54 lb/h Production 60Hz* Kg/h 4,33 Dose time 50Hz 6.79 Seconds (7 gr)* Dose time 60Hz 5.81 Seconds (7 gr)* 1.76 Hopper capacity Hopper capacity with mini hopper 13.7 Net weight 19.5 x 6.7 x 14.37...
  • Page 9: External Components

    6. external componentS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS | Ref. quality process 002/03 | v. 25/03/2014 | K01070...
  • Page 10: Installation

    7. inStallation 7.1. General Warnings The person installing the grinder should carefully read this instruction manual before installation. The installation of this machine should be completed by qualified and authorized personnel, and all norms of safety and sanitation should be followed. 7.2. Important Warnings The operator of the grinder should be a responsible adult, and a never a minor or person incapable of safely using such equipment.
  • Page 11 7.3. Where to use The grinder should be installed on a flat, stable surface. The minimum dimensions of the work space should be as follows: Model K3 TOUCH, K3 PUSH, K3 TOUCH, K3 PUSH, K3 TOUCH ADVANCED K3 TOUCH ADVANCED (MINI HOPPER) 20.27 17.31...
  • Page 12: Regulation

    8. regulation 8.1. Grinder set up Place the hopper ( ) on the grind regulator ( ) and make sure the bean trap ( is in the closed position. Lock the hopper ( ) in place using a flat head screw driver to gently tighten the hopper security screw making it match to the hole at the bean hopper collar ( ) (Fig.
  • Page 13 8.2. Grind adjustment system 8.2.1. Micrometrical system Rotate the grind regulator ( ) until reaching the grind level desired. Rotating the grind regulator clockwise will result in a courser grind; turning the regulator counter clockwise will result in a finer grinder* (Fig. 3). * It is recommended that the motor be running when adjusting to finer grind setting. This helps to avoid jamming the burrs, which can occur when coffee beans are in the grind chamber, and the grind regulator is adjusted towards fine.
  • Page 14 NOTE: If the output is very slow, it could mean that the coffee is being ground too fine. If the output is very fast, it could mean that the coffee is being ground too coarse. A perfect espresso grind is found when the grind point gives an infusion of 25 ml of coffee in 25 seconds using 7 grams of ground coffee. 8.2.3. Parallel micrometrical system (optional) Rotate the grind regulator ( ) until reaching the grind level desired.
  • Page 15: Operation

    K3 TOUCH K3 TOUCH ADVANCED On the K3 TOUCH / K3 TOUCH ADVANCED models, the grind time is pre-set at the factory to grind 7 grams of coffee in 6-7 seconds. To adjust the grind time, simply turn the timer knob ( ) found on the front of the grinder (Fig.
  • Page 16 (Fig. 11). Using the portafilter support ( ), it is possible to run the timed grind cycle hands free. 9.3. using the K3 TOUCH ADVANCED The main power switch ( ) has 2 positions, ON - OFF (Fig. 9). a 2 position power button (Fig. 10): K3 TOUCH ADVANCED K01070 | v.
  • Page 17: Cleaning

    Switch on MANuAL-PuSH: The machine will grind while the front activation panel ( ) is pushed in. Switch on AuTOMATIC-TOuCH: Timed grind using the timer on the front of the grinder (see section 8.3.). Giving one gentle tap to the front activation panel ( ) will deliver one freshly ground timed dose of coffee ( ).
  • Page 18 10.3. Cleaning the grind chamber It is recommended that the grind chamber be cleaned monthly with a cleaner as recommended by Compak. This process will eliminate smelly residues from the coffee remains, which can negatively affect the quality of the brewed coffee. The steps to follow are:...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    NOTE: Based on extensive experience and a medium-hard coffee blend, we recommend replacing the burrs after grinding 350 Kg/770 lb of coffee. burr change K3 TOUCH, K3 PUSH, K3 TOUCH ADVANCED 350 Kg ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS | Ref. quality process 002/03 | v. 25/03/2014 | K01070...
  • Page 20 12.3. Grinding group maintenance Not following the recommended burr life guidelines can compromise the safety of the grinder. These operations should be done by a qualified service tecnician. To perform grind chamber maintenance please observe the following steps: Turn off the grinder by making sure the main power switch ( ) is on the OFF position.
  • Page 21: Ec Conformity

    The Legal Representative Jesús Ascaso Compak Coffee Grinders, s.a. molí Barri, parcela B - pol. ind. can Barri - 08415 Bigues i riells - Barcelona - Spain ph. 34 93 703 13 00 - fax 34 93 703 13 23 - www.compak.es...

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