Schaerer Coffee Art C H Touch

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Overview

Function Description
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

The Schaerer Coffee Art C is a sophisticated automatic coffee machine designed for commercial use, offering a range of hot and iced coffee beverages. It is available in several models, including those with a 7-inch touch screen or button panel for user interaction, and an optional flavor module for enhanced drink customization.

Function Description

The primary function of the Schaerer Coffee Art C is to prepare and dispense coffee beverages automatically. It features dual bean hoppers, each capable of holding up to 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of whole coffee beans, allowing for the use of both regular and decaffeinated coffee. The machine grinds beans freshly for each beverage, ensuring optimal flavor. An optional flavor module, available on touch screen models, expands the beverage offerings. The machine also includes a hot water spout for tea and a coffee spout designed to accommodate tall cups. Used coffee grounds are collected in a grounds bin, which needs to be emptied periodically. A drip tray with a removable grill collects spilled liquids and is connected to a fixed drain line to prevent blockages.

Usage Features

The Schaerer Coffee Art C offers two main modes of operation: Staff Operated Mode and Self-Serve Mode, differing primarily in the user interface and available options.

In Staff Operated Mode (Touch Screen), users can select beverages by size (Small, Medium, Large, Customize) and type (Light Roast Coffee, Light Roast Iced Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee, Dark Roast Iced Coffee, Decaf, Hot Water). The "Decaf" icon must be pressed first before selecting a decaffeinated beverage type. A power icon controls the machine's on/off state, and a service menu icon provides access to maintenance and settings.

For models with a Button Panel, beverage selection is made using dedicated buttons for Hot Small Coffee, Hot Medium Coffee, Hot Large Coffee, Iced Small Coffee, Iced Medium Coffee, and Iced Large Coffee, with a separate "Decaf" button. The panel also includes buttons for initiating cleaning cycles, quick rinses, and stopping/canceling operations, along with an LED display.

To prepare the machine for operation, users must ensure the fresh water supply is open, bean hoppers are filled, the grounds bin is empty, and the machine is connected to power. Switching on the machine is done by pressing the power icon/button. If the machine has been off for an extended period, a "heating" message will appear until it's ready. The "Select your beverage" message indicates readiness for drink selection.

The machine can be switched to Standby Mode for longer idle periods, such as overnight, which conserves energy by not heating the boiler. This is done by pressing the power icon/button until "Standby" appears.

During operation, it's recommended to dispense into a carafe or container during peak hours. The grounds bin should be emptied regularly or when prompted by the display.

Maintenance Features

The Schaerer Coffee Art C requires regular cleaning to ensure optimal performance and hygiene.

Daily Cleaning is a crucial procedure that should be performed daily or when prompted by the machine's display. This involves several steps:

Initiating the Cleaning Cycle: When the "Start cleaning" message appears on the touch screen, press "OK" to begin. For button models, press and hold the designated button until "cleaning program empty gr. container" appears.
Grounds Bin Removal and Cleaning: Immediately remove the grounds bin (within 6 seconds to avoid reverting to normal mode), empty it, and wash, rinse, and sanitize it.
Metal Shield Removal: Remove the metal shield located above the grounds bin and set it aside.
Brew Unit Cleaning: Use a large cleaning brush to wipe coffee grounds from the brew unit and surrounding areas into the drip tray. It's important not to touch the brew unit or other internal parts with bare hands.
Reassembly: Place the metal shield back and slide the grounds bin back into place.
Cleaning Tablet Insertion: Lift the dome lid (located between the two bean hoppers, or behind the front center hopper for 3-grinder models) and drop in one Schaerer Cleaning Tablet (Item #65221). Close the lid.
Activating the Cleaning Cycle: Press "Continue" on the touch screen or the blinking button on button models to activate the automated cleaning cycle, which takes approximately 4:30 minutes. During this time, beverage selection buttons will be locked.
Post-Cleaning Flush and Wipe: Once the cleaning cycle is complete, flush the drip tray with a pitcher of water and thoroughly wipe the machine's exterior with a clean, damp cloth to remove any residue.

Hopper Cleaning (Standard and Oval Hoppers) should be performed as needed. For Standard Hoppers:

Turn the hopper counter-clockwise until it clicks to lock the beans and release the hopper.
Lift the hopper upward to remove it from the machine.
Empty the beans into another container.
Wash, rinse, and sanitize the hopper with warm water, then dry it thoroughly.
Align the hopper with its base and place it back on the machine.
Turn the hopper clockwise until it clicks to release the beans and lock the hopper. Repeat for the other hopper. Do not over-turn.

For Oval Hoppers:

Push the bean slide inward to lock the beans and release the hopper.
Lift the hopper upward to remove it from the machine.
Empty the beans into another container.
Wash, rinse, and sanitize the hopper with warm water, then dry it thoroughly.
Place the hopper back onto the machine.
Pull the bean slide outward to release the beans and lock the hopper into place. Repeat for the other hopper.

It is crucial to use only Schaerer Cleaning Tablets (Item #65221) for daily cleaning and to avoid using abrasive cleaning products or cleaning bean hoppers in a dishwasher. When refilling hoppers, users should never reach into the grinder or press product buttons while the machine is on.

Schaerer Coffee Art C H Touch Specifications

General

Type	Automatic Coffee Machine
Display	Touchscreen
Voltage	220-240 V
Water Tank	Removable
Programmable	Yes
Coffee Types	Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte Macchiato, Coffee
Bean Hopper Capacity	1 kg