La Spaziale LUCCA A53 User Manual

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FIRST TIME UNBOXING AND SETUP
Inspect box for damage:
When you receive your LUCCA A53, please inspect the box it came in for damage. If you
noticed your box is damaged or if there are any other damages as you set up your machine
please contact us at support@clivecoffee.com at your earliest convenience to troubleshoot.
Place machine on counter and inspect:
Once you’ve inspected your box lift machine out of it’s box and place it on the counter. Having
two people lift the machine is very helpful. After the machine is on the counter, remove the bag
covering the machine and inspect the machine for damages. If you see any damage, call us
right away. We highly recommend holding onto the box and shipping supplies inside the box in
the event you need to ship or stow your machine.
Water quality and filling water tank:
Your LUCCA A53 comes with a braided water line that connects to the water inlet directly
behind the drip tray and has a 3/8ths OD push connect fitting on the other end to direct connect
to a plastic water line. If you plan on plumbing in your own water kit to the braided line that
doesn’t use a 3/8ths OD plastic tubing you’ll need to find an adapter for the braided line as it has
a 3/8ths BSPT threaded female connection. Standard pipe thread in North America is NPT
thread. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU PUT A FILTER AND SOFTENER IN YOUR WATER
LINE. You can test your water hardness using the water test strips provided with the machine.
The ideal water hardness for an espresso machine is 50 ppm and the ideal psi is between 25
and 45. If you have any questions about this please check our guide blog at
www.clivecoffee.com/water
Standby mode and filling coffee boiler:
Once you’ve attached the water inlet of your LUCCA A53 to a cold water line it is time to plug in
your machine. The machine comes standard with a 20 amp plug but also has an adapter for
regular three prong kitchen outlets. When the machine is plugged in the LUCCA light will
illuminate and the power light will flash, signifying the machine is in standby mode. While the
machine is in standby mode it will not heat and the pump will not turn on.
Power mode and filling steam boiler:
To turn machine on hold the power button down for three seconds. The power light will now be
constantly illuminated the boiler light will flash, the 95 light will flash and the machine will begin
automatically filling the steam boiler. Anytime the machine notices the steam boiler has had
more than one ounce leave through the steam tip or hot water tap the steam boiler will
automatically refill. The steam boiler is now refilling from being completely drained so it will take
around 30 seconds for it to fill to the correct level.
STANDARD MACHINE OPERATION
The machine will now begin heating. The numeric lights running horizontally across the control
panel signify the heat of the coffee boiler, the 95 light will flash until the coffee boiler has

La Spaziale LUCCA A53 Specifications

General

Boiler Material	Stainless Steel
Pre-infusion	Yes
PID	Yes
Pump Pressure	9 Bar
Water Tank Capacity	2.5 liters
Portafilter Size	53mm
Boiler Type	Double Boiler
Pump Type	Rotary
Water Source	Water Tank
Type	Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine
Voltage	110V

Summary

First Time Unboxing and Setup

Inspect Box for Damage

Inspect the shipping box for damage upon delivery and report any issues to customer support immediately.

Placing and Inspecting the Machine

Carefully lift the machine with two people, place it on the counter, remove protective covering, and inspect for damage.

Water Quality and Tank Filling

Connect the water line, use a filter/softener, and test water hardness (ideal 50 ppm) for optimal performance.

Standby and Coffee Boiler Filling

Plug in the machine; the power light flashes, indicating standby mode without heating or pump activation.

Powering On and Steam Boiler Filling

Hold power button to turn on; lights indicate steam boiler filling, which auto-refills if level drops.

Standard Machine Operation

Heating and Boiler Status Indicators

Numeric lights show coffee boiler heat; boiler light flashes until steam boiler reaches operating temperature.

Water Dispensing and Boiler Control

Draw water via steam tap; hot water tap functions after steam boiler pressure builds. Control steam boiler on/off.

Brewing Espresso and Grinder Adjustment

Use one/two cup buttons for brewing; adjust grinder settings for desired espresso shot quality.

Extra Features and Programming

Programming Mode Overview

Enter programming mode by holding the power button; adjust temperature and volumetric dosing settings.

Temperature Adjustment

Tap hot water button to increase brew boiler temperature in Celsius; '95' preset is approx. 94°C.

Volumetric Dosing Programming

Program cup buttons for volumetric doses; use a portafilter with a puck for accurate water measurement.

Amp Modes and ECO Setting

15 Amp vs 20 Amp Mode

Difference: 15 amp heats one boiler at a time; 20 amp heats both boilers simultaneously.

Changing Amp Mode Settings

Turn machine off, remove top panel, and flip the internal switch to change between 15 and 20 amp modes.

ECO Mode Activation

Activate ECO mode by holding the boiler button for 10 seconds to switch to 15 amp operation.