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Chura

So today I've found my solenoid, and also found ODE solenoid made from technopolymer that should be more robust
installed, and Vwalla, back online!

https://www.ode.it/en/prodotto/31apb-se ... certified/

Chura

I've cleaned again, and its flat clean (still some black spots but feel flat)
and the moment I allow water to the system, the 3rd way leaks
how does it works, it gets inline water and once open divert the water to the group. but when it should divert the water the 3rd way ?

Chura

It looks like coffee residue. How often do you do a detergent back flush? Apparently not enough :( I do water only back flush once 2-3 weeks and detergent once in 2 month or so. even that I've cleaned it, still leaking after I've re-assembled it. Can it be that the ring is dried on the solenoid val...

Chura

So, Finally kids back to kindergarten, and I had some time to work on this. Disassembled the solenoid, and I see the surface is full of black crap. 1. I've cleaned with dish scrub, and some with knife, but its not fully removed. What can I use to clean this ? maybe some lemon or vinegar ? 2. Where d...

Chura

Do you have any idea where can i get the valve only ? I guess it has to be specific model to fit in the solenoid

Chura

BTW: The link to the video in your original email is improperly formed so I can't watch it. Otherwise, that might answer the questions I asked previously. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OHZvOEhms4FYDZpUr9Bjq_hKRpVtCmtW/view Maybe now ? its the 3way, and sometimes the group. I tend to believe the ...

Chura

Hi My Vavaldi S1V2 feeling sick today, the leftover drawer filled to the top, and then I notices that something's wrong. See attached video: 1. Brew head drops sometimes 2. Over-pressure (right ?) keep releasing water. What can I check ? tried back-flashing, still the same. Video of the issue: https...

Chura

Yes, its the pump. Full of fur :( maybe my water softener doesn't function anymore
I'm having trouble finding replacement NUERT pump, anyone know what model of pump made by Fluid O Tech can be used ?

Chura

Its not a Mini, its a regular plumbers S1V2

I'm from Israel.
I'll try to contact them.

Chura

Hi, Few months ago I had leak on the inlet of the Steam boiler. And I've replaced the Elbow connector. Related or not, 2 weeks ago I pressed the dose button, heard the solenoid open and no pump work. stop and tried again and everything working fine. Yesterday, I tried to make coffee, and again no pu...

Chura

Hello Recently I've noticed very slow clean water leak under my S1 Vivaldi. I've opened the casing and I've noticed that the water inline to the steam boiler is leaking. The silicon tube is connected to the brass connector in some patent I can't figure up. Anyone familiar with this connector ? 20181...

Chura

Nice, Shared.

Chura

Hi, Just opened my 1 year old V1S2 machine, for overall clean. I do clean it and use Cafiza once every 2 months, Use 8L razin softener and inline filter. Water are soft, you can see the second image for sink water and machine water. now, the valve in there is no the 3way (3way is next to it). this v...

Chura

Just coming back to update, Dream 220v showing up recently.
https://www.espressocoffeeshop.com/inde ... uct_id=818

Chura

me too, but my wife is a cappuccino lover, so we turn on the steam quite often.

Chura

Hi,

I love my Vivaldi :)
I was thinking maybe to insulate the boilers.
I've read few threads here, very helpfull but most of them very old.
Enzo said its no relevant while Chas said it is :)
I'm seeing this as a reduction of electricity draw purpose mainly.

Thanks,
Chen

Chura

amazing stuff, really want to start this project also.
Thanks for you hard work!

Chura

Very informative and helpful stuff, Thanks mate.

Chura

I never got it. This machines are built for industrial use (we use them at home but still) with top quality parts. How come the break more often then the entry level machine ? never had my Silvia to fail, and actually, never seen Gaggia or any other entry level fail (considering scale out) But, Happ...

Chura

chas wrote: Once you have this machine the way you want it you'll have so much experience that I can retire and turn the S1Cafe over to you!

Chura

Nope. It's the pre configured digitally.

Chura

Is that normal ?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIwNr2T5HmE
pressure drop...
I have regulator configured for 1.8bar (line is 4.3 bar originally)

Chura

Wans't easy! but I think I made it. It leaked on me, and its so hard to reach! got 4 round of teflon, and still when brewing a single micro drop. but I can't let it stay. So again take everything off, remove teflon, apply 6 round, close everything and now it look OK. This place is soooo inaccessible...

Chura

I didn't see any part with teflon. but i'll give it a try.
be sure, it ain't gonna be easy, so inaccessible spot there :)

Chura

I have teflon, not a problem
just not sure its up for the heat and pressure there.

Chura

So I got this part.
However, I've closed it very hard, still very small leaking.
Might be it needs teflon anyway ?

Chura

I still wait for mine. Everything I bought on the local stores didn't fit exactly (maybe because we have inch here and Italy is metric, as Chas said) I'm waiting for this part to arrive from La Spaz. This picture indeed not in the PDF it describe the parts used to connect the brew manometer. Strange...

Chura

Hi,

yes you can do that of course.
but i must tell you, getting the last adapter ain't gonna be easy.

Chura

Thank you for your work!

Chura

Ok, Part on the way.
I must say, http://www.lagondola.it service is great, they doing everything to fix the situation to my satisfaction.

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Chura

Well, I couldn't wait and tried that.
Everything leaked on me :(

I don't this I should use teflon, its gonna be 8-9 bar there.
I'll go look for copper part tomorrow, otherwise I'll ask La Spaz to send me that too.

Grrrrr, 90% is done...

Chura

Hi Chas, Again, Life saver with your replies. Funny that after so many years the Vivaldi is out there and first thread about this transition. So, Thanks for the second picture, I've went tru so many pics in google and missed this one. As for the adapter, I'm sure its 3/8" to 1/4", I've mea...

Chura

Ok. Silver solder fix the pipe, seems to hold fine. So, square manometer in place, steam boiler show 1.25 like the old one. Tried to connect the brew pressure, but T3 is 3/8 while what I got is 1/4! from the pics online I can see that there is adapter there, I guess its 3/8-1/4 one. La Spaz didn't s...

Chura

I've just tested, and its the spacer needed for the gauge to fit in the panel. However the screw that was provided is not long enough. 20141129_173453.jpg So this "gap" on the chassis with long enough screw fit the gauge exactly at place. (maybe this chassis is for Dream too so its little ...

Chura

God dammit! For the front panel, I decided to keep to current one just change the sticker. As you said, to much hassle and its the same. But, I've gently tried to move the steam pipe to fit in it new place. but i pushed to hard and now it leaks! time for technician, grrrrrr. but the odd thing, even ...

Chura

Hi, I've just got kit to change the gauge from v1 type to v2. I've removed the round gauge but the pipe there need to go back alittle so the bigget double gauge will fit. Can anyone take picture of he's gauge inlets please ? So I will be able to fit the same ? Also, I got part 02497. not sure what i...

Chura

Sorry it took so long.
My wife took this pic for me, she got the box while I'm on business at the far east.

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Chura

Hi Firochromis, 2 weeks ago I've received brand new 2014 Vivaldi. To my surprise it had single gauge and 5c panel meaning its v1. After talking to the store i've worked with La Spaz, they sent me parts to change my machine to V2. I guess the difference between the cases it that my board has v2 softw...

Chura

Hi,

The store said they will send me transition kit from v1 to v2, which probably include front bazzel and dual gauge.
I've tried to find out if i have T #3 on my waterflow so it will be easy transition.

Can anyone take pic of the location the group pressure gauge pipe is connected ?

Thanks!

Chura

Now I see that. was it there before ? (maybe site never updated) I'm not sure what I should do. return it ? On the panel there is a 5c jumps. What going on with La Spaz ?? Update: I've checked and I have a v2 board (3 greens lights when I connect to power). Still not sure how La Spaz make a v1 in 20...

Chura

I've figured its v1.
How can it be that machine manufactured on 6/10/14 is a v1 !?!?!
its gonna be long story now to change it.

Chura

Hi Guys,

Just received my new S1V2 from Italy. It took almost 2 month because the manufacturer took he's time.
I have small question before I start exploring the machine.

The one I got has a round gauge and not square. isn't all the v2 have a square one ?

Thanks,
Chen

Chura

Plumbing is ready, all 1/4". Machine is delayed :( The store I bought from is in Italy and working with La Spazialle directly. They say working with La Spazialle is never easy, lots of delays and service issue's :( So its the 3rd week i'm waiting for the S1V2 to arrive... dammit! Thanks for you...

Chura

Someone suggested me to do simple test, fill bottle of 500ml and check time, as long as its less then 15 sec I'm good.
sounds legit ?

Chura

when I translate cavitation to my language it doesn't make sense :) lol.

My logic say that when the tube is lower the pressure is higher. Doesn't the pump need the right pressure instead of volume ? after all the amount of water taken is not that high.

Chura

The cost to make the change is very low. however I prefer 6mm for now since its gonna be visible (rented house).

The big question i'm asking, What could be the problem if the 6mm is not enough ? Can it harm the machine ?
And also, how can I tell if its not enough ?

Chura

Hi, My S1V2 on the way :) Working on the plumbing... I gonna use a 8L Softener with 3/8" in and outs, and Pentek 101L filter with 1/4" in and outs. My water line is 3/8" out. I think 6mm (1/4") lines between everything should be fine, is it ? If not, the other options is 8mm (5/1...

Chura

Ok.
Do you know its in monthes terms or years ?
Bigger taught, should I wait or get my Vivaldi now ?

Chura

Hi Everyone,

I'm seconds away from buying the Vivaldi from Italy directly.
However i'm having second taught since I really like to get the latest Dream.

Do you know about any plans from La Spaz to make the Dream come true for Europe coffee lovers ? (220-230v)

Thanks!

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