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1. Unpacking and Assembly
CAUTION:
Vibiemme Domobar espresso machines are quite heavy. The shipping weight is around 84
pounds! We recommend getting assistance whenever the machine has to be moved or relocated. Open
the box and carefully remove the machine. Setting the box on a carpeted surface or on a large, soft towel so
that the machine has its backside down makes it easier to slide it out of the box.
CAUTION:
The machine ships with the hot water valve closed and the steam valve open. DO NOT force
the valves. Moderate pressure is sufficient to open or close the valves. They do not have to be shut tight, or
“seated,” like a home faucet to seal properly.
Slip off the large plastic bag and remove the end of the power cord from the parts box. Slide the parts box
sideways to remove it from its shipping location.
Please inspect the machine upon unpacking to be sure it was not damaged during shipping. Report any
shipping damage immediately to the shipper as well as to your reseller/retailer.
WARNING: There are times when a machine will dribble water during shipping. If you notice that
the machine arrives wet or dripping, remove the machine as described in this section, but wait
24 hours to allow excess moisture to evaporate to alleviate any electrical danger or damage from
short circuits. If in doubt, open the case as described later in this manual to assist in drying as well
as to inspect for accumulated water in the machine.
You may notice that there is a rough area on the right side of the
Grouphead
where the chrome is not
quite as smooth and shiny as the rest of the
Grouphead
. This is from the production process and is not
a defect.
Stand the machine upright and remove the five pieces of tape- three holding the top
Cup Warmer Tray
and two holding the
Drip Tray Cover
. Remove the
Cup Warmer Tray
and take off the protective
plastic wrap and the white, stick-on protective plastic on the tray itself. Clean any remaining adhesive or
bits of plastic from the warming tray with a cleaning product meant for stainless steel.
Inspect the area of the inner panel under the C
up Warmer Tray
. There should be a small black plug
inserted in the panel. If not, it is possible that it fell into the machine during shipping. If the plug is not
visible, remove the six slotted screws (three on each side of the back panel) and slide the panel off to
the rear of the machine. It can help if you spread the front of the panel just enough get it to slide easily.
Replace the back panel when the plug has been retrieved.
