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Necta Canto Plus Espresso User Manual

Necta Canto Plus Espresso
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE
EN English
DOC. NO. H 3325EN 01
E
DITION 2 10 - 2009
Canto
Plus
Espresso
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Necta Canto Plus Espresso Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNecta
ModelCanto Plus Espresso
CategoryVending machines
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Declaration of Conformity

Identification Label Information

Provides information about the machine's compliance with European directives and standards.

Warnings and Safety Information

Installation Warnings

Instructions for installation personnel regarding safe and correct setup.

Operational Safety Guidelines

Guidance for safe operation by users, including children and individuals with disabilities.

Environmental and Disposal Precautions

Tips for protecting the environment during machine use and disposal.

Symbology Explanations

Explains various symbols used within the machine to indicate hazards.

Introduction to the Machine

Troubleshooting Common Failures

Guidance on troubleshooting common issues and when to contact the manufacturer.

Transport and Storage Procedures

Procedures for safely moving and storing the vending machine to prevent damage.

Machine Identification Plate

How to locate and understand the machine's identification plate and serial number.

Machine Positioning and Technical Features

Vending Machine Installation Guidelines

Guidelines for installing the vending machine in a suitable indoor environment.

Cup Dispenser Details

Details on the cup dispenser's size and capacity.

Payment System Compatibility

Information on electrical pre-arrangement for various payment systems.

Energy Saving Options

Options to reduce electricity consumption during non-use periods.

Controls, Information, and Safety

External Controls and User Interface

Overview of the machine's external controls and user interface elements.

Integrated Safety Devices

Lists the safety mechanisms integrated into the machine for user protection.

Product Container Capacities

Details the capacity of various product containers and indicative quantities.

Electrical Consumption and Machine Options

Electric Energy Consumption

Information on the machine's power usage under different conditions.

Available Machine Accessories

Overview of optional accessories that can enhance machine performance.

Variable Combination Lock Usage

Instructions for customizing and using the machine's combination lock.

Filling and Cleaning Procedures

Door Switch Safety Function

Explains the function of the door switch for safety during operation.

Machine Hygiene and Cleaning

Procedures for maintaining machine hygiene and preventing bacteria buildup.

Hot Drink Dispenser Usage

Guidelines for using hot drink dispensers with open containers.

Noise Level and Cup Loading

Machine Noise Level

Specifies the maximum sound pressure level of the machine.

Cup Loading Instructions

Step-by-step instructions for loading cups into the dispenser.

Product Loading Procedures

Sugar and Instant Product Loading

Guidance on filling containers with sugar and instant product powders.

Beaned Coffee Loading

Instructions for filling the coffee bean container.

Stirrer Loading

Procedures for correctly loading stirrers into the dispenser.

Sanitising Mixers and Food Circuits

Espresso Unit and Sugar Dispenser Maintenance

Espresso Unit Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning and disassembling the espresso unit components.

Sugar Release Mechanism Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the sugar dispenser mechanism.

Dispensing Compartment and Mixer Maintenance

Dispensing Compartment Disassembly

Instructions for disassembling and cleaning the dispensing compartment.

Mixer Channels Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning mixer channels and container support surfaces.

Service Interruption Procedures

Actions to take when the machine is out of service for an extended period.

Installation Procedures

Door Switch Safety Function

Explanation of the door switch's safety function and operation.

Vending Machine Unpacking

Steps for safely unpacking and checking the machine for damage.

Labeling, Water Connection, and Decalcification

Selection and Container Labeling

Instructions for applying selection labels and product container labels.

Potable Water System Connection

Guidelines for connecting the machine to the potable water supply.

Antiflood Device Operation

How to restore operation if the antiflood device is activated.

Decalcifier Installation and Use

Information on mounting and using a decalcifier for hard water.

Electrical Connection and Payment Systems

Machine Electrical Connection

Requirements and safety precautions for connecting the machine to the power supply.

Payment System Installation

Guidance on installing and configuring various payment systems.

Bank Installation Configuration

Information on configuring machines for bank installation and master/slave setups.

Water Circuit Filling and Initial Sanitising

Water Circuit Filling Procedure

Step-by-step guide for filling the machine's water circuit during initial setup.

First-Time Sanitising of Mixers

Procedures for initial sanitization of mixers and food circuits.

Operation Modes and Components

Compartment Cover Functionality

Details on the compartment cover's function and its impact on drink quality.

Cup Guiding Device Installation

Instructions for mounting the cup guiding device for proper cup placement.

Cup Sensor Operation and Maintenance

Explanation of the cup sensor's function, LEDs, and maintenance.

Specialized Dispenser and Unit Operations

Stirrer Sugar Dispenser Mechanism

How the stirrer sugar dispenser operates and is loaded.

Espresso Unit Power-On Rotation

How the espresso unit performs a complete rotation on power-on for initial positioning.

Brewing and Dose Control

Setting Control and Regulation Parameters

Parameters to check for optimal product results, like coffee dose and temperature.

Brewing Chamber Volume

Information on the coffee unit's operational volume for coffee doses.

Coffee Dose Adjustment

Instructions on adjusting the coffee dose using the regulation lever.

Grinding Adjustment and Selection Reference

Manual Grinding Regulation

How to adjust the coffee grinder's fineness setting using the knob.

Self Adjusting Grinding System

Explanation of the automatic grinding system and its function.

Reference Selection for Grinding

How the machine uses a reference selection to monitor automatic grinding parameters.

Grinding Regulation and Setup Options

Automatic Regulation Lock

How to stop the automatic grinding wheel regulation.

Grinding Wheels Wear Check

Procedure to check for grinding wheel wear and reset related timers.

Software Grinding Cycle Regulation

How to manually adjust grinding wheel distance via software.

Setup: Coffee Dose

Maximum coffee dose the brewing unit can handle and manual adjustment.

Setup: Water Dose

How to set water quantity based on selection and brewing time.

Setup: Brewing Time

How grinding degree affects brewing time and automatic adjustment.

Setup: Instant Dispensing

Details on instant mixers, pumps, and nozzle types for water dispensing.

Drink Customization and Component Setup

Customising Drinks with Water Doses

Adjusting water doses and checking mixer flow rates for custom drinks.

Ingredient Motor Calibration

Setting ingredient motor flow rates for accurate powder dispensing.

Water Temperature Regulation

How to set boiler temperatures for espresso and instant units via software.

Instant Product Setup Changes

Controlling coffee dose, water dose, and temperature for instant products.

Programming Modes and Navigation

Programming Notes Overview

General notes on machine programming and available functions.

Normal Operation Mode

Describes the machine's state when powered on with all checks performed.

Filler Menu Functions

Accessing menus for statistical findings and simple operational checks.

Technician Menu Functions

Accessing menus for machine setup, performance programming, and advanced functions.

System Navigation

How the operator interacts with the system using display and keys.

Display Functionality

Information on the graphical display's role in showing messages and menu functions.

Keyboard and Power-On Operations

Keyboard Functions

Explanation of keyboard functions for selection and menu navigation.

Power-On Sequence and Messages

Messages displayed during machine power-on, including software version and potential errors.

Normal Operation and Filler Menu Details

Normal Operation Mode Sequence

Message sequence shown to the user during normal operation for drink selection.

Filler Menu: Statistics Management

Storing and managing machine operation data in total and relative counters.

Filler Menu: Printing Statistics

Instructions for printing stored statistics data via an RS232 serial printer.

Statistics, Pricing, and Testing Functions

Displaying Statistical Data

Sequencing and displaying stored statistical data from the machine.

Individual Price Setting

Setting up to four different prices per selection based on time bands or payment systems.

Change Tube Management

Functionality for loading or emptying coin change tubes, active with specific payment systems.

Boiler Temperature Display

Reading the current boiler temperatures for espresso and instant units.

Test Dispensing Procedure

Performing partial or complete test dispensing of selections without payment.

GSM Prealarm Configuration

Configuring signals for low product levels or machine faults sent via GSM modem.

EVADTS Data Transfer

Waiting for connection to acquire EVADTS data.

Technician Menu and Payment Systems

Technician Menu Overview

Accessing menus for machine setup, performance programming, and advanced functions.

Payment Systems Configuration

Enabling and managing protocols for various payment systems like Validator, Executive, MDB.

Validator Setup Parameters

Configuring parameters for the validator, including immediate change and decimal point settings.

Payment System Specifics

Executive Payment System Options

Options for the Executive payment system, including standard and UKEY versions.

BDV Payment System Functions

Functions for the BDV protocol, such as type of sale and credit management.

Coin Mechanism and Payment Management

MDB Protocol Audit Details

Details on MDB protocol audit data related to coin mechanism and sales.

Exact Amount Mode Configuration

Defining combinations of empty tubes for the coin mechanism's "exact amount" mode.

Dispensing Button Control

Enabling or disabling buttons on the coin mechanism for discharging coins.

CPC Peripheral Unit Information

Informing the coin mechanism about installed peripheral units.

Minimum Tube Level Warning

Setting a warning for low coin levels in change tubes.

VMC Free Sale Management

Managing free sale function and setting selection prices to zero.

Payment System Options and User Management

Coin and Banknote Handling Rules

Defines coin return, banknote acceptance, and below-level acceptance rules.

Cashless System Management

Manages cashless privacy, overpay, cash-sale evidence, and cashless credit limits.

Change Calculation and User Groups

Sets exact change algorithms, user price lists, and parallel machine functions.

Pricing and Dosing Configuration

Price Management Options

Setting prices for each selection individually or globally.

Promotional Time Band Pricing

Defining time ranges for different pricing strategies.

Selection Parameter Settings

Accessing sub-menus to manage parameters for specific selections.

Dose Composition Adjustment

Modifying doses and parameters for water and powder ingredients in drinks.

Mixer and Water Dose Settings

Mixer Operation Settings

Setting the duration, speed, and time for the mixing cycle.

Water Dose Parameters

Setting water quantity, event start order, delay, and flow rate.

Brewing Time and Powder Doses

Setting brewing time and powder quantity in grams for ingredients.

Operational Settings and Calibration

Dripping and Selection Status Settings

Defining wait times and enabling/disabling selection keys.

Accessory Configuration

Enabling or disabling specific accessories like sugar, stirrer, and cup.

Complete Selection Test

Performing test dispenses for complete selections, water only, powder only, etc.

Product Code Assignment

Assigning a unique code to each selection for statistics processing.

Global Powder Doses

Regulating powder dose for multiple selections simultaneously.

Pump Calibration

Adjusting pump speed and flow rate for accurate dispensing.

Ingredient Motor Calibration

Setting ingredient motor flow rates for accurate powder dispensing.

Keyboard Settings

Modifying key order, using double keys, and managing no-sugar/decaff settings.

Machine Configuration Options

Date and Time Setting

Setting the current date and time for time band and statistics management.

Boiler Temperature Configuration

Setting operating temperatures for available boilers.

Database Management

Managing basic machine data, including initialization and custom database saving/restoring.

Country and Layout Settings

Configuring country-specific doses and button-selection layouts.

Water Supply Tank Configuration

Defining the water supply source (network or internal tanks).

Display and Espresso Unit Settings

Display Language and Promos

Selecting display language, secondary language, and promotional messages.

Screen Saver and Contrast Settings

Setting screen saver time and adjusting LCD display contrast.

Menu Access and Password

Requesting a password to access advanced menu functions.

Espresso Unit Pre-Grinding

Enabling/disabling grinding for the next selection to reduce dispensing time.

Espresso Unit Water Boost

Heating the water circuit and espresso unit before brewing.

Espresso Unit Position and Pre-Brewing

Setting unit position, fresh brew parameters, and pre-brewing time.

Espresso Unit Extraction Pressure

Regulating piston speed and pressure on the dose in the brewing chamber.

Espresso Unit Profile Management

Choosing from available profiles for coffee and tea based selections.

Washing Functions and Accessories

Mixer Washing Activation

Enabling the button for washing mixers and setting automatic wash times.

Espresso Unit Automatic Washing

Setting the time for the daily automatic washing cycle of the espresso unit.

Mixer Heating and Cooling

Dispensing hot/cold water before certain selections based on recent activity.

Water Tank Configuration

Defining the water supply source (network or internal tanks).

Photocell Cup Detection

Using a photocell to detect objects in the dispensing compartment for cup sensing.

Jug Facilities and Stirrer Dispensing

Obtaining cup-free selections and dispensing stirrers from columns.

Cup Drop Timing Adjustments

Adjusting cup shift arm and cup turret timing for proper cup drop.

Energy Saving and Master/Slave Configuration

Energy Saving Mode Options

Selecting energy saving modes to reduce electricity consumption.

Master/Slave Setup

Configuring master/slave hierarchies and numbering for connected vending machines.

Slave Machine Monitoring

Scrolling information relative to a connected slave machine.

Machine Identification and Test Functions

Machine Identification Codes

Setting serial number, operator code, location code, and machine code.

Aspirator Management

Setting continuous operation for the suction fan wheel of instant products.

Test Dispensing Function

Dispensing selections without payment for testing purposes.

Special Functions Access

Accessing functions like operating the brewing unit, releasing coffee doses, or dispensing stirrers.

Grinding Regulation and Autotest

Grinding Wheels Regulation

Enabling automatic regulation and setting parameters for grinding wheels.

New Grinding Wheels Procedure

Resetting stored times after replacing grinding wheels.

Grinding Wheel Test Procedure

Performing a test on grinding wheels without coffee after replacement.

Autotest Procedure

Performing semiautomatic checks on the machine's main components.

Statistics Management and Protocols

Electronic Counter Operations

Storing and resetting dispensing cycles performed since the last reset.

EVA-DTS Data Transfer

Identifying the machine for data transfer using EVA-DTS protocol codes.

Communication Protocol Selection

Selecting the communication protocol for data acquisition devices.

DEX/UCS Protocol Settings

Selecting interface, setting transmission speed for data transfer.

Display General Statistics

Displaying stored statistical data like counters by selection or band.

Reset General Statistics

Resetting statistics globally or selectively for various data types.

Display Relative Statistics

Displaying relative statistical data, such as counters by selection or band.

Statistics Reset and Protocol Audits

Reset Relative Statistics

Resetting statistics selectively for selections, discounts, failures, or coin mechanism data.

BDV Protocol Audit Information

Providing information on BDV protocol audit data in real currency.

MDB Protocol Audit Information

Details on MDB protocol audit data related to coin mechanism and sales.

Printing Statistics Data

Connecting a printer to print stored statistics and machine data.

GSM Communication and Up-Key Management

GSM Communication Setup

Configuring PIN code, threshold setup, counter reset, and bank number.

Up-Key Setup File Transfer

Selecting a setup file from a list on the display to load onto the machine.

Save Configuration to Up-Key

Saving the current machine configuration to an Up key.

Delete Up-Key Files

Deleting one or more setup files from the Up key.

Up-Key Statistics Management

Saving and deleting statistics files to and from the Up key.

Failure Diagnosis and Resolution

Failure Overview and Readout

Displaying current failures and messages indicating out-of-order status.

Failure Reset and History

Resetting current failures and viewing the failure history file.

Specific Failure Conditions

Details on failures like no water, full waste container, air-break, and no cups.

Component-Specific Failures

Failures related to cup shift arm, volumetric counter, instant boiler, and machine board.

Coin Mechanism and Coffee Unit Failures

Failures related to coin mechanism communication and coffee unit mechanical lock.

Specific Component Failure Analysis

Grinder and Espresso Boiler Failures

Failures for empty coffee, grinder lock, RAM data, and espresso boiler temperature.

Cup Dispenser and FB Unit Failures

Failures related to cup sensor, FB piston/brush positioning errors.

Motor and Pump Faults

Faults for door motor, doser, whipper, and pump motors due to input range issues.

Electrical Faults and Water Failure

Short Circuit Failures

Failures related to short circuits in Mosfet devices and DC motors.

Motor Faults and Water Failure Detection

Motor faults and water failure detection if solenoid valve operates excessively.

Resetting Failures and History

Resetting current failures and viewing the failure history file.

General Maintenance Procedures

Brewing Unit Maintenance

Procedures for servicing the brewing unit every 10,000 cycles or 6 months.

Brewing Unit Component Replacement

Steps to disassemble or replace the upper and lower filters and gaskets.

Periodical Cleaning and Sanitising

Cleaning and disinfecting the entire circuit and food-contact parts annually.

Channels and Mixers Cleaning

Regular removal of powder residue and sanitization of parts in contact with mixer drinks.

Component Maintenance and Cleaning

Mixer Nozzles Information

Information on nozzle/pump combinations, flow rates, and software nozzle type setting.

Cup Dispenser Disassembly

Instructions for disassembling the cup dispenser columns and cup release ring.

Product Containers Cleaning

Steps for cleaning product containers, outlet ports, and augers.

Boiler and Pump Maintenance

Boiler Descaling Procedure

Procedures for descaling boilers at regular intervals based on water hardness and usage.

Pump Disassembly Steps

Steps to disassemble pumps secured by a bayonet connection.

Boiler Heat Protection Actions

Actions to take when boiler thermostats activate due to failures.

Instant Boiler Thermostat Function

Explains how anti-boil and safety thermostats function to protect the boiler.

Espresso Boiler Thermostat Function

Explains the function of the contact safety thermostat for the espresso boiler.

Grinding Wheel Replacement and Testing

Grinding Wheels Replacement Procedure

Instructions for replacing grinding wheels and resetting related settings.

Grinding Wheel Test Procedure

Performing a test on grinding wheels without coffee after replacement.

Electronic Board Configuration and Software Update

Electronic Board Configuration

Checking board configuration and downloading corresponding software for performance changes.

Software Update Procedure

Rewriting machine management software without replacing EPROMs using a PC or handheld computer.

Central Processing Unit (CPU) and Actuation Board

CPU Board Functions and LEDs

Explains the functions of the CPU board and its LEDs for operation status.

Actuation Board Functions

Explains the function of the actuation board in activating users and controlling the instant boiler relay.

Boiler Control and Current Regulator Boards

Espresso Boiler Control Board

Board that controls the espresso boiler heating element.

Current Regulator Board Functions

Board that supplies lighting LEDs and maintains constant brightness.

Espresso Water Circuit Diagram

Programming Navigation and Key Functions

Programming Surfing Mode

How to navigate through menus using the machine's keys.

Scrolling Keys Usage

Using up/down keys to navigate menus and change values.

Confirmation and Exit Key Functions

Using Enter key to confirm/move, and Exit key to go back or switch menus.

Alphanumeric Value Entry

How keys function when entering alphanumeric characters for settings.

Appendix: Wiring Diagrams

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