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19 totalWhat is the maximum input power of the Magnifica Evo?
The maximum input power of the Magnifica Evo is 1450 W. (Page 2)
How do I perform an Encoder Reset on the Magnifica Evo?
To perform an Encoder Reset, first enter Test Mode as described, then press the Pre-Ground button. The Pre-Ground LED will remain steadily on while the reset is in progress and will turn off when complete. To validate the reset, you must then start the appliance normally and perform a manual rinse — the infuser must be clean and moving smoothly for the reset to be validated correctly. (Page 13)
How do I read the machine's usage statistics?
To access statistics, make sure the appliance is in ready-for-coffee mode, then hold the Settings and Pre-Ground buttons pressed for at least 5 seconds. You can then press specific buttons to view data such as number of coffee beverages, number of steam deliveries, number of descaling processes, litres of water used, and number of filters installed. To exit statistics mode, press the Settings button again or wait 120 seconds without operating the machine. (Page 14-15)
How does the machine display statistics values?
The machine displays statistics values through sequential flashing of indicator lights, with the Descale light representing the tens digit and the Grounds Container light representing the units digit. For example, a total of 24 coffee beverages would be shown as 4 flashes of the Descale light followed by 2 flashes of the Grounds Container light. (Page 15)
What is the correct temperature for coffee output on the Magnifica Evo?
The optimal indicative temperature measurement for coffee should be 83°C ± 3°C, measured at approximately 2–10mm from the coffee spout. To perform an accurate coffee temperature test, you should set the temperature to maximum, run 1-2 rinse cycles to warm up the hydraulic circuit, and wait until at least 20ml of coffee has been delivered before measuring. (Page 18)
What are the steps involved in espresso delivery?
During espresso delivery, the thermoblock activates first, followed by the grinder for a set timing based on coffee taste selection. The pump then activates briefly for pre-infusion before restarting for full coffee delivery, after which the infuser moves away from the mechanical valve, releases the coffee pod, and the mechanical valve discharges excess water and coffee to the expansion chamber and drip tray. (Page 7)
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What is the resistance value of the thermoblock heating element?
How do I perform a hot water circuit flow test?
How do I access statistics reading mode on the Magnifica Evo?
What is the optimal temperature for espresso preparation?
How do I perform a display test on the Magnifica Evo?
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What happens when Display Test Mode is activated?
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Data Sheet and Service Manual
Magnifica Evo
Ecam29X.2Y, Ecam29X.3Y, Ecam29X.4Y
Date: 11.05.2021Table Of Contents:
7. Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….16
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1. Technical Data
Voltage
220-240V / 50-60 Hz MAX. Input power
1450 W
Stand-by Button OFF0,19 Wh (plug inserted but machine OFF)
Components
Pump220-240V AC - 48 W – Bar 15 Grinder motor
230V Ac
Transmission motor230V DC with position encoder
Thermoblock
NTC sensor: operating set point
192 °C
230V Ac – 1400 W
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2. Hydraulic Diagram
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3. Wiring Diagram
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4. Working Principle
4.1. Microswitches And Sensors
Microswitches
Function LogicM1 = Upper Microswitch
Detects when the infuser is on top position “NC”, it opens when the infuser is in top positionM2 = Lower Microswitch
Detects when the infuser is on down position “NO”, it closes when the infuser is in down positionM3 = Drawer Microswitch
Detects when the drip tray is in correct position Changeover micro switch. When the drip tray is inserted:M4 = Water Tank
Microswitch
Detects the presence of the water tank Changeover micro switch. When the water tank is inserted:M5 = Hot Water Tap
Microswitch
Detects when the hot water tap is in I position. “NO”, it closes when the hot water tap is in I position.Reed And Encoder
Function LogicReed Sensor Low Water
Tank
Detects when the water level is at minimumHall Sensor Encoder
Detects rotations of transmission motor
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4.2. Coffee Delivery
Espresso delivery steps:
Cold water
Hot water
Coffee
Discharge
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4.3. Hot Water Delivery
Hot water delivery steps:
Cold water
Hot water
Discharge
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4.4. Steam Preparation
Steam delivery steps:
Cold water
Steam
Discharge
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5. Test Mode
5.1. Procedure To Activate Test Modes
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Ecam29X.3Y
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until the GROUNDS CONTAINER icon will turn OFF and the LEDs of the below buttons (depending on the model) will start flashing:Ecam29X.2Y
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: The access to the desired test function must be done within 10 seconds, otherwise the machine will automatically come back to stand-by mode.
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5.2. Load Test Mode
After having accessed the test mode as indicated on paragraph 5.1, press the first beverage icon from the left (STEAM button) to access the LOAD TEST MODE:The LED of each button linked to the activation of a component will illuminate steadily white. Hold the desired button pressed to activate the corresponding load, the LED of the button will flash slowly to indicate the activation of the load:
NOTICE: When the DOWN micro switch is reached by the infuser, the DESCALE LED will blink fast. NOTICE: When the UP micro switch is reached by the infuser, the SETTINGS LED will blink fast.
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5.3. Display Test Mode
After having accessed the test mode as indicated on paragraph 5.1, press the second beverage icon from the left (ESPRESSO button) to access the DISPLAY TEST MODE:During the display test mode all the LEDs are lit up. When a button is pressed, only the LED of that button remains ON, while those of all the other buttons will be turned OFF:
In particular, by pressing each of the AROMA buttons, in addition to the button LED, also the two neighbor warning LEDs will illuminate steadily:
NOTICE: The DISPLAY TEST MODE will reset the following settings in the appliance: First run: the machine will ask again for hydraulic circuit filling. Filter installation: if the filter installation function was enabled, it will be disabled.
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5.4 Encoder Reset
After having accessed the test mode as indicated on paragraph 5.1, press the PRE-GROUND button to perform the ENCODER RESET, i.e. the reset of the value of the maximum height of the infuser:The PRE-GROUND LED will remain steady ON while the reset is in progress, then it will go OFF when the reset is completed.
IMPORTANT: To complete the encoder reset procedure, start the appliance normally and perform a manual rinse with the dedicated button. The infuser must be clean and smooth in its movements to allow the encoder reset to be validated correctly.
6. Statistics Reading
The appliance allows the reading of the statistics data to understand exactly how the machine operated along the time. To access the STATISTICS function:The LEDs of the buttons dedicated to read the statistics values will illuminate steadily.
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Press the desired button to display the corresponding statistics data:
Button
Statistic Data
ESPRESSO (Beverage 2) Number of Coffee Beverages STEAM (Beverage 1) Number of Steam DeliveriesDescale
Number of Descaling ProcessesX2/Rinse
Litres of WaterMid Aroma Coffee Bean
Number of Filters InstalledAfter having pressed the desired button, the appliance will display the corresponding statistic value with the sequential flashing of the below lights:
Example: To display a total amount of 24 coffee beverages, the appliance will display:
NOTICE: To exit the statistics mode, press the SETTINGS button again or wait for 120 seconds without operating on the machine. The appliance will come back to the ready to use mode.
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7. Troubleshooting
7.1. Possible Tests Which Can Be Executed From The Test Mode
A. Coffee Circuit Flow Activation
B. Hot Water Circuit Flow Activation
7.2. Electric Checks Directly On The Components
A. Heating Elements Resistance Check
B. Resistance/Temperature Characteristics For Ntc Sensor
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C. Ground Check Point For The Appliance
In order to check the main ground connection of the appliance insert the ground tester probe from the round hole located on the basement of the appliance on the Thermoblock side until it will touch the Thermoblock metal surface, as displayed in the below picture:
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7.3. Coffee Temperature Test
Complains from end users about coffee temperature are quite frequent. They are mainly due to incorrect appliance adjustments or to an incorrect expectation by the customer. A coffee temperature measurement is required all the times any of these complaints are encountered. To perform the coffee temperature test, follow in sequence the below steps: Turn the appliance ON. Set the temperature to MAX level. Run 1-2 rinse cycles, to warm up the hydraulic circuit. Set the temperature to the maximum level. Select to prepare an X2 ESPRESSO COFFEE (2 cups recipe, refer to the user manual for more details). Start the coffee preparation. Wait until at least 20ml of coffee have been delivered into the cup. Measure the coffee flow temperature at about 2÷10mm from the coffee spout, as shown in the below picture:The optimal indicative temperature measurement for coffee should be 83°C±3°C.