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2. CHARACTERISTICS AND TECHNICAL DATA
The VENUS espresso coffee machine has the following features:
• all AISI 304 stainless steel construction
• coffee distribution unit in chrome-plated brass
• water/steam nozzle in chrome-plated copper
• boiler in brass
• solenoid valve
Technical Data VENUS
Depth: 330 mm Pump: 12-14 atm
Width: 230 mm Tank:3 l
Height: 400 mm Power: 1200 W
Weight: 13 kg Voltage: 230V-50Hz
115V-60Hz
3. SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS AND RULES
Follow these rules carefully:
! the
VENUS espresso machine should only be used for the purpose for which it was
made
! improper use of the machine can cause damage to persons and property for which the
manufacturer cannot be held responsible
! always contact a qualified service center or the manufacturer for operations other than
those described in the instruction book and for all types of repairs
! make sure the mains voltage is the same as the data on the rating plate
! make sure the electric power system is compatible with the data on the rating plate
! the coffee maker should be well and safety grounded. Have the system checked if you
have any doubts
! make sure the power system is equipped with a safety cutoff that works properly and
that the cross section of the cables is sufficient for the power absorbed
! for any type of malfunction or problems not specified here, unplug the machine and do
not attempt to check and/or repair it yourself. Contact a qualified service center or the
manufacturer
! do not fill the tank with water when the machine is plugged in
! make sure there is water in the tank when the machine is operating
! never place your hands or other parts of the body in the path of the water/steam nozz-
le. Hot water and steam can cause serious burns
! never place your hands or other parts of the body or any other object inside the machi-
ne when it is plugged in
! never touch the machine with wet hands or feet
! never touch the hot parts of the machine (bottom of coffee distributor and water/steam
nozzles)
! before performing any routine maintenance make sure the machine is unplugged,
without pulling the power cable, or that the main circuit breaker is off