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1st-line Vibiemme Domobar Super User Manual

Summary of Vibiemme Domobar Super

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    ?2007 by 1st-line.Com llc. - all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced without the expressed written permission of 1st-line.Com specifications subject to change without notice v i b i e m m e d o m o b a r s u p e r u s e r ’ s g u i d e this guide covers all “super” models create...

  • Page 2: I. Parts Identification

    I. Parts identification power switch steam valve drip tray power lamp low water indicator lamp heating element activity lamp boiler pressure gauge brewing pressure gauge e-61 grouphead hot water wand hot water valve water reservoir (under cup warming tray) cup warming tray steam wand this diagram rep...

  • Page 3: II - Quick Start Guide

    Ii - quick start guide caution: this quick start guide is meant for those more familiar with the operation of an espresso machine with a heat exchanger. If this is your first espresso machine, or if it is your first machine with a heat exchanger system, we recommend reading the manual thoroughly befor...

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    I. Parts identification - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - i ii. Quick start guide - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ii 1 - safety warnings and cautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 2 - welcome and thank you! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 3 - how it works - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3 b...

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    1 1 - safety warnings and cautions • all vibiemme espresso machines are heavy. Take care when lifting or moving them. Place them on a suitable surface which can support their weight. • place power cord where it cannot be tripped over. The use of an extension cord with this machine is not recom- mend...

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    2 2 - welcome and thank you! Congratulations on your choice of a vibiemme domobar super espresso machine (in italian the name is pronounced “vee•be•em-may dough•mow•bar”). Regardless of which model you purchased, we regard these machines as the top of the line in home espresso machines and we think ...

  • Page 7: 3 - How It Works

    3 3 - how it works we feel that before you begin using your new vibiemme domobar super espresso machine that it would be a good idea to give you a basic understanding on its inner workings. This knowledge will give you a better understanding of the rest of this guide. Note: this is a diagrammatic re...

  • Page 8: Boiler Pressure Gauge

    4 but why sense pressure in the boiler when it is temperature in which we are interested? Pressure is an indi- rect measurement, but one that is easy to control and yet accurate without using more complicated electronics. Heated water at a given pressure is always at a predictable temperature. That ...

  • Page 9: The Grouphead

    5 when you need steam you open the steam valve and steam is drawn off the top of the boiler. This will cause a drop in pressure in the boiler which will again trigger the pressurestat to turn on the heating element to help maintain the boiler’s temperature. You may also hear the pump occasionally cy...

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    6 brewing when in brewing mode the valve opens and the pump is acti- vated. Hot water, under the force of pressure created by the pump, forces water through the coffee which comes out the as espresso. The only path the water can take is through the coffee. 3-way valve operation when the brewing proc...

  • Page 11: 4 - Operation of Each Model

    7 4 - operation of each model the three models of the vibiemme domobar super espresso machines contain the same basic components. They also share a few external similarities. This chapter covers the controls and basic operation of all three mod- els. Let’s begin with the components common to all mod...

  • Page 12: Semi Automatic

    8 when the lever is lifted just past the first click stop the passive pre-infusion begins. This allows a slight flow of water onto the coffee. This gentle flow of wa- ter wets the puck slightly which helps with extraction and can also help eliminate channeling (disruption of the coffee causing a fast fl...

  • Page 13: Electronic Automatic

    9 electronic automatic the electronic version features an advanced system to control the brewing cycle. This model can be identified by the five buttons across the front panel. The first four buttons choose the brew vol- ume. The first pair of buttons are for single shots (a short-single and a normal si...

  • Page 14: 5 - Unpacking And Assembly

    10 5 - unpacking and assembly caution: the vibiemme domobar super espresso machines are quite heavy. The shipping weight is around 70 pounds! We recommend getting assistance whenever the machine has to be moved or relocated. The vibiemme domobar comes double-packed to protect it during shipping. Rem...

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    11 inspect the area of the inner panel under the cup warming tray. There should be a small black plug inserted in the panel. If not, it is possible that it fell into the machine during shipping. If the plug is not visible, remove the six slotted screws (three on each side of the back panel) and slid...

  • Page 16: 6 - Water

    12 6 - water all coffee beverages start with two things- coffee and water. Because the majority of espresso is water, it should come as no surprise that quality water is important to the taste of the espresso. Additionally, using the wrong water can eventually cause problems for your machine and eve...

  • Page 17: 7 - Setup and Startup

    13 7 - setup and startup before turning the machine on, the first thing to do is to re- move the water reservoir. To access the reservoir, lift the top off the machine using the two handles and place the cover aside. The water reservoir, located in the rear of the machine, has two hoses inserted into...

  • Page 18: Portafilter

    14 portafilter locate the portafilter you wish to use. Your machine came with two- a smaller, single portafilter (shown here on the right) as well as the larger, double portafilter (left). The single is meant to create about one ounce of espresso at a time, and the double cre- ates about two ounces- a d...

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    15 you will know that the boiler is filled to the proper level because the pump will stop operating. When the pump stops, turn the power switch to position ii as shown here. This position allows the autofill to continue working and adds heating element function. If you ever wonder why the machine is b...

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    16 8 - it’s about the coffee let’s take a break just for a bit and talk about coffee. Whatever the beverage you intend to make with your new vibiemme domobar super, they all start with two things- water and coffee. It should be apparent that the coffee taste of the beverage, whether it be a strait e...

  • Page 21: 9 - Cooling Flush

    17 9 - cooling flush one of the benefits of the vibiemme domobar super line is the thermosyphon built into the e-61 grouphead. Convection acts to recirculate hot water through the grouphead which helps create thermal stability throughout the brewing path which goes a long way to helping you get consi...

  • Page 22: 10 - Grind, Dose, Tamp

    18 10 - grind, dose, tamp let’s put it to work! If this is your first time making espresso, don’t worry if things do not go quite as planned. Even the most confident and respected of baristas will pull a bad shot once in a while. There are a lot of variables that can turn what might have been a good b...

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    19 place the portafilter on a firm surface that is protected from the metal tips of the spout and press downward with about thirty pounds of force. For your first few attempts it is advised to use a scale to measure the amount of force it takes to accomplish that. If you are new to this process, the am...

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    20 11 - the espresso speedometer it’s time to actually make espresso! The coffee has been ground and tamped into the portafilter, and the portafilter locked into place. All that is left to do is to place a cup under the spout(s) and switch the machine into brewing mode (see chapter 3 for details on ho...

  • Page 25

    21 too slow a slow pull can either go well over thirty seconds to get even just one ounce from a double basket, or pro- duce very little coffee after as much as twenty seconds or longer. Often this slow flow will be very dark in color and extremely viscous- a sign of over-extraction. Causes of a slow...

  • Page 26: 12 - Steaming Milk

    22 12 - steaming milk making a latte or a cappuccino requires you to “stretch” milk. That involves using the steam wand to force a stream of air and steam into the milk causing the milk to increase in volume and viscosity. This is a skill that can take time to master. Although making stiff, fluffy fo...

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    23 process has finished and you take the risk of overheating the milk and ruining your efforts. Remember, this is a commercial-quality machine and it delivers commercial-level performance! 4. Within the first few seconds the steam should be moving the milk in a circular action. If the milk is splash- ...

  • Page 28: Milk Stretching Tips

    24 milk stretching tips • it is generally best to pull your espresso shot first and then steam the milk. If milk is allowed to sit for long it loses its texture. For milk-based drinks, whatever flavor might be lost in the espresso from sitting for a minute or two won’t be sensed in a milk-laden bevera...

  • Page 29: After Each Pull

    25 13 - cleaning and maintenance as with all fine tools, the vibiemme domobar super can give you years of trouble-free service and better performance if properly maintained. Your vibiemme domobar super does require a bit of care, but it is not at all difficult. Although the following guidelines will g...

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    26 4) watch the brew pressure gauge and when pressure builds to about 9 bar, turn the brew function off. 5) repeat steps 3 and 4 two or three times. 6) loosen but do not remove the portafilter and turn on the brew switch again. Wiggle the handle to loosen the portafilter a bit so that water can flush t...

  • Page 31: As Necessary

    27 caution: the cleaning products meant for backflushing must never be used in the water reser- voir. Using this cleaning agent in any way other than described here can damage your machine and void your warranty. Cleaning the portafilter and filter basket - pop the filter basket out of the portafilter b...

  • Page 32: Hot Water Wand

    28 to one year is usually sufficient. Otherwise, change it when you feel it lacking in resiliency when locking the portafilter in place or when leaks occur that are not resolved by other solutions as mentioned above. Hot water wand the tip of the hot water want is removable and can be cleaned after re...

  • Page 33

    29 warning: neither damage from these sorts of chemicals nor damage from freezing are covered by the warranty. Use of these chemicals and storage in freezing conditions is to be done at your own risk. Placing a machine back into service after storage even if not stored in such extreme conditions as ...

  • Page 34: 14 - De-Scaling

    30 14 - de-scaling warning: de-scaling involves pumping a chemical solution through the machine. These special chemicals usually contain a food-grade acid that can be hazardous. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s recommendations and use safety precautions. Even when working carefully some of it may...

  • Page 35

    31 4) tip the machine on its back and remove the two, small phillips head screws on the bottom of the machine along the back edge of the bottom. Stand the machine back on its feet 5) remove the 6 screws on the outer case (three on each side). Slide the outer case off the machine 6) replace the water...

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    32 16) place a suitable container under the hot water wand. Open the hot water valve and turn the power switch to position i. Pump about 16 ounces of solution through the wand. Turn the power switch to position 0 and then close the hot water tap and unplug the machine. 17) at this point, the de-scal...

  • Page 37

    33 27) remove the reservoir ad the reservoir platform, remove the two screws holding the divider panel, tip the panel back, and replace the autofill sensor wire on the boiler. Caution: failure to replace the autofill wire will cause your vibiemme domobar to behave errati- cally and can cause damage to...

  • Page 38: Maximizing Steaming Power

    34 15 - hints, tips, and tricks we have already reviewed some of the ways that you can control the way the domobar super operates. The best example is the cooling flush which allows you equalize and control the brewing temperature throughout the brewing path as well as eliminate any steam that may ha...

  • Page 39: 16 - Advanced Adjustments

    35 16 - advanced adjustments the tasks listed in this section are not usually necessary. These adjustments are for the advanced user who wants to fine-tune the operation of the machine or to compensate for changes in the way the machine operates over time. These usually do not need to be changed more...

  • Page 40: Pressurestat Adjustment

    36 small adjustment keeping in mind that it should be set to best match the coffee you drink most of the time. The best test to judge the setting is your palate, but it will take time and practice to get consistent enough to sense the difference in taste. The pressure gauge on the front panel should...

  • Page 41: 17 - Troubleshooting

    37 17 - troubleshooting -the machine is not working. • be sure it is plugged in and the circuit is working. Try another outlet if in doubt. • be sure the power switch is turned to position i or position ii. -no water can be pumped. • check the low water level warning light to see if the reservoir ne...

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    38 7) replace the rear case being that the water reservoir and hoses are properly located. Replace and tighten the 6 phillips head screws. 8) replace the top cover 9) plug the machine back into the power outlet. 10) turn the switch to position i 11) after the pump stops turn the power switch to posi...

  • Page 43: Maintenance Records:

    39 maintenance records: date task comments.

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