manual

gs3
Imagine if the sky’s the limit, what would the ultimate light duty/home
machine be? That was the question La Marzocco set out to answer.
Years of research and development yielded the creation of a yet another
standard setting espresso machine: the GS/3. With La Marzocco performance
and technology, the GS/3 is designed for light commercial applications,
including restaurants, offices, catering, or the ultimate home coffee bar. All
the features and performance of a larger La Marzocco in a compact footprint.
 gs3
Operating Manual V2.0 - 11/2019
MAN.2.1.02

Chapters
1. General Warnings and Safety Specifications page 3 La Marzocco S.r.l.

2. Accessories page 7 Via La Torre 14/H

Località La Torre
3. Machina Description page 8 50038 Scarperia e San Piero
(Florence) - ITALY

4. Installation page 9
www.lamarzocco.com
[email protected]
5. Operation page 16
T: +39 055 849 191
6. Key Features page 18 F: +39 055 849 1990

7. Preventative Maintenance and Cleaning page 20 Original instructions verified by the

manufacturer.
8. Mandatory Maintenance and Check-up Operations page 23

9. Installation Guide page 24

10. Software Programming Guide page 35 Scan QR Code to view the complete
Software Programming Guide available on
certifications available: the techcenter website.
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Printed on recycled paper.

 1. General Warnings and Safety Specifications
WARNING CAUTION years of age) with reduced
This machine is for professional As already mentioned in physical, sensory or mental
use only and should be installed the preceding notes, the capabilities, or lack of
in locations where its use and manufacturer shall not be held experience and knowledge,
maintenance is restriced to responsible for damage to as long as they have
been given supervision or
trained personnel. Children are objects, animals and/or people instructions concerning
forbidden to operate or play with whenever the machine has not the use of the appliance
the machine. been installed according to the by a person responsible
instructions contained in this for their safety and if they
WARNING manual, and is not used to do understand dangers.
The Coffee machine must be what it was designed for (i.e. • Children should be
placed in a horizontal position on preparing coffee and hot drinks). supervised to ensure that
a counter higher than 80 cm from 1) Important safeguards they do not play with the
the ground. appliance.
• The weighted sound
pressure level of the • Keep the appliance and
machine is lower than its cord out of the reach of
WARNING 70dBA. children less than 8 years
This machine is not suitable of age.
• Use, cleaning and
for outdoor use. Jets of water 2) This operating manual
maintenance of this coffee
should not be used to clean the machine are realized is an integral and essential
machine, nor should it be placed by people (including part of the product and
where water jets are used. children more than 8 must be supplied to users.

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 Users are asked to read will send out specialized personnel qualified and authorized
the enclosed warnings and authorized to perform service on personnel.
cautions carefully, as they the espresso machine. 8) Incorrect installation may
provide valuable information 5) Packaging (boxes, plastic cause for injury/damages to
concerning safety during bags, foam parts and whatever people, animals or objects, for
installation, operation and else) must not be left around which the manufacturer shall
maintenance. This manual within easy reach of children, not be held responsible.
must be kept in a safe due to the potential danger it 9) Safe electrical operation of
place and be available for represents, nor be discarded this device will be achieved
consultation to new and in the environment. only when the connection to
experienced users alike. 6) Check to see that data on the power outlet has been
3) Ensure product’s integrity the rating plate corresponds completed correctly and
by inspecting the packaging, to those of the main electrical in observance of all local,
making sure it presents no supply which the machine will national, and international
signs of damage which might be hooked up to. electrical codes and safety
have affected the enclosed 7) The equipment must be regulations, and particularly
machine. installed to comply with the by grounding the unit.
4) Check the machine’s applicable federal, state or Make sure grounding has
integrity after having carefully local electrical and plumbing been done properly as it
removed the packaging. codes. The installation represents a fundamental
Note: In case of doubt, do not go also must comply to the safety requirement. Ensure
on any further and contact your manufacturer’s instructions, qualified personnel check
dealer or retailer immediately. They and must be performed by such connection.
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10) Furthermore, you must inappropriate and dangerous. atmospheric agents (rain,
ensure that the capacity of The manufacturer shall not be held sun, etc.);
the available electrical system responsible for any damages caused • do not allow children or
is suitable for the maximum by improper and/or irrational use. untrained people to use
power consumption indicated This machine should not be this device;
on the espresso machine. installed in kitchens. • do not clean the control
11) We do not recommend 13) Using any electrical panel with a wet cloth since
using adapters, multiple device requires that certain it is not watertight.
plugs and/or extension cords. fundamental rules be 14) Before carrying out any
If you cannot avoid using observed. In particular: maintenance and/or cleaning
them, make sure that they are • do not touch the device operations, turn the main
exclusively of the kind which with wet or humid hands switch, which is located on
conforms to local, national, and feet; the front left of the machine,
and international electrical • do not use the device while to the “0” or “OFF” position,
codes and safety regulations, having no shoes on your and disconnect the machine
being careful not to exceed feet; from the electrical networkby
the power and current ratings • do not use extension cords unplugging the cord or by
indicated on such adapters in bath or shower rooms; switching off the relative
and extension cords. • do not unplug the device circuit breaker. For any
12) This device must be used from the power outlet by cleaning operation, follow
exclusively for the functions it pulling on the power supply exclusively the instructions
has been designed and built cable; contained in this manual.
for. Any other application is • do not expose the device to 15) In case the machine is

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 operating in a faulty manner overheating problems, it is format on a website
or breaks down, disconnect recommended that the power http://techcenter.lamarzocco.com.
it from the electrical network supply cable be fully unfurled. 21) Minimum requirements for
(as described in the preceding 18) Do not obstruct air intake WiFi connection:
point) and close the water and exhaust grilles and, in • device running Android
supply valve. Do not attempt particular, do not cover the version 6+ or iOS version
10+;
to repair it. Contact a qualified cup warmer tray with cloths or • wireless network 2.4 GHz;
and authorized professional to other items. • La Marzocco app available
perform any repair. Any repairs 19) The machine’s power at the official stores Play
must be performed exclusively supply cable must not be Store and App Store.
by the manufacturer or by replaced by users. In case the
an authorized centre using power supply cable becomes
only original parts. Non damaged, shut off the 22) Dimensions and weights common to GS3
compliance with the above machine and disconnect the machines
could compromise the safe machine from the electctrical
operation of the machine. network by switching off the C

16) You should plan to relative circuit breaker and

make use of an omnipolar close off the water supply; A B

connector during installation, to replace the power supply GS3 AV MP

as required by local, national, cord, contact qualified A [mm] 410 410
and international electrical professionals exclusively. B [mm] 530 530
codes and regulations. 20) These instructions are also C [mm] 355 441
17) In order to avoid dangerous available in an alternative PESO [kg] 33 33
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 2. Accessories
Check the package to make sure that the following accessories are included in the packaging:

QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 L111/2NAC PORTAFILTER L115/C F.3.029 F.3.028.01 F.3.027.01 F.3.026.01 UT003
ASSEMBLY, DOUBLE
SPOUT, S/STEEL V067
1 L111/1AC PORTAFILTER
ASSEMBLY, SINGLE
SPOUT, S/STEEL
L120/2A
1 L115/C PORTAFILTER BASKET,
BLIND

1 F.3.029 PRECISION FILTER

BASKET 7gr (SINGLE)

1 F.3.028 PRECISION FILTER

BASKET 14gr
(DOUBLE)

1 F.3.027 PRECISION FILTER L111/1AC

BASKET 17gr

1 F.3.026 PRECISION FILTER

BASKET 21gr
L111/2NAC
1 F.3.030/ TAMPER (ACCORDING
F.3.031 TO MARKET)

1 UT003 HEX KEY, 5mm 913 (CE) / 914 (ETL-USA)

2 L120/2A WASHER, FLAT,
SEALING TYPE, M6
L325 (CE)
(12X6.25X0.75) F.3.031.01(U.S.A.) F.3.030.01 L326 (ETL-USA)
1 V067 ESPRESSO MACHINE
CLEANER H.1.010.01
1 913 (CE) WATER SUPPLY AND
914 (ETL) DRAIN CONNECTION
KIT

F.8.002
F.8.003

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L308
Figure 1 - Accessories
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 3. Machine Description
group head group cover
(AV model)
cup tray

paddle group and handle

(MP model)

main power switch pressure gauge

(steam boiler)

pressure gauge
(coffee boiler)

steam wand

steam activation
lever

display
hot water dispensing keypad
spout
temperature adjustment
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drain box
knob for hot water
Figure 2 - Machine Description
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 4. Installation
WARNING WARNING WARNING
At each installation, the The motor pump must be This appliance is not intended
machine should be equipped situated close to the machine for use by persons (including
with a new set of tubes for in an accessible place for children) with reduced physical,
plumbing and related gaskets. maintenance but not for sensory or mental capabilities,
accidental interference and or with lack of experience and
where there is an optimal air knowledge, unless they have
WARNING
Water pressure supply must circulation. been given supervision or
be between 0,2 and 0,6 MPa if instruction concerning the use
sufficient pressure is not available of the appliance by a person
we suggest that an additional water responsible for their safety.
supply system is used. WARNING
The manufacturer declines any
responsibility for any event
WARNING leading to liability suits whenever
Before making any electrical
grounding has not been WARNING
connections make sure that the
completed according to current This machine is not suitable for
two strain relief connectors are
local, national, and international outdoor use. Jets of water should
firmly secured to the body of
regulations and electrical codes, not be used to clean the machine,
the machine in order to prevent
or other electrical parts have nor should it be placed where
inadvertent stress on the power
been connected improperly. water jets are used.

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 WARNING WARNING Note:
• The drinking water mains valve and
The machine is intended to be The Coffee Boiler and Steam the circuit breakers for the electrical
permanently connected to fixed Boiler contain water at system need to be located in the most
convenient position for the operator to
wiring, and it is mandatory that elevated temperature. Water access them easily and quickly.
a residual current device (RCD) temperature over 125°F / • The machine should be placed on a flat
with a rated residual operating 52°C can cause severe burns counter and must be placed in settings
with the following temperatures:
current not exceeding 30mA is instantly or death from scalding Minimum room temperature: 5°C/41°F;
installed. (Coffee Boiler 207°F/97°C - Maximum room temperature:
32°C/89°F.
Steam Boiler 256°F / 124°C) • If the machine has been temporarily
housed in settings with a room
WARNING temperature of less 0°C/32°F, the
This machine should not be
installed in kitchens. WARNING machine must be placed in a warmer
environment in order to gradually
Replace fuses with the same defrost the hydraulic system prior to
WARNING size, type and rating F1 = 2A, use.
• Water pressure supply must be between
Hazardous voltage disconnect 250V 0,2 and 0,6 MPa.
from power supply before • This machine complies with the
standard 61000-3-11, the impedance
servicing.
WARNING at the supply interface must be Zmax=
0.15 Ω.
WARNING In order to prevent cracks
- U.S.A. and CANDA only - Do not or leakage: do not store or
connect to a circuit operating install the Coffee machine
at more than 150V to ground on in places where in boiler or
hydraulicsystem to freeze.
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Espresso Machine Installation, GS/3 the machine to operate at maximum appropriate for your particular water supply
1) Fill Water reservoir with potable water. efficiency. If these parameters are not by filling out the online water calculator
Remove the drain tray and slide the present, a specific filtration device should on our website: LA MARZOCCO WATER
water reservoir until the water reservoir be installed, while always adhering to the CALCULATOR (http://www.lamarzocco.
fill cover is accessible. Remove the cover local national standards in place regarding com/water_calculator/).
and fill water reservoir with potable water. potable water.
Replace the fill cover and slide the water In order to enable 2) Connect Espresso Machine to Power Supply.
reservoir to the operating position and you to check Connect the espresso machine to a power
replace the drain tray. (See GS/3 Software if your water supply that is rated in accordance with the
and Installation Guide for additional supply is within serial plate on the espresso machine.
instructions). In order to connect the the suggested
machine up to the water mains proceed ranges, La 3) Filling the Boilers with Water.
according to the indications given in the M a r z o c c o Once the espresso machine has been
Installation Guide and in compliance with machines will be unpackaged, placed on a hard surface,
any local/national safety standards of the equipped with a and with the water reservoir full, it will
location in which the machine is being quick water test be necessary to fill the boilers with water.
installed. kit (see image Complete the following steps to properly
The equipment is to be installed with below) including fill the boiler tanks:
adequate backflow protection to comply 6 test-strips and
with applicable federal, state, and local instruction cards. Steam Boiler: Turn the main switch to
codes. The parameters position “1” or ON, the automatic steam
To guarantee a correct and safe functioning that you can measure are Total Hardness, boiler level system will be switched on,
of the machine and to maintain an Total Iron, Free Chlorine, Total Chlorine, activating the auto-fill solenoid valve and
adequate performance level and a high pH & Total Alkalinity, Chlorides. the water pump. This will fill the steam
quality of the beverages being brewed it Ideally, you should perform a test on the boiler to a predetermined level and will
is important that the incoming water be water BEFORE the water treatment system shut off when full.
of a hardness greater than 7°f (70ppm, and again AFTER the water system in NOTE: It may be necessary to re-fill the water
4°d) and less than 10°f (100ppm, 6°d), order to verify if this is actually matching reservoir during this process. Check to see if the
pH should be between 6.5 and 8.5 and our suggested ranges. “Water Tank Empty” error message is present on
the quantity of chlorides be less than Once the test has been performed, the display before continuing.
30mg/l . Respecting these values allows learn which treatment system is most

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 Coffee Boiler: The water flows inside the 5 mm Hex Key Brewing after first installation
coffee boiler directly when the water pump Once the first installation procedures are
is activated. When the GS/3 is turned on finished, before proceeding with brewing
the electronics will activate the water coffee, hot water and steam, please follow
pump to fill both boilers. Since the inflow these steps:
of water will compress the air in the boiler it • Engage the portafilter by inserting it into
will be necessary to remove or “bleed” the the group head and rotate the handle from
air from the coffee boiler. All air must be left to right. Once the portafilter is inserted
removed in order to completely “saturate” properly, you can press one of the brewing
the coffee boiler/group assembly. To Bleed Screw buttons on the keypad to start the flow of
remove the air from the boiler (“bleed the water through the portafilter (AV models)
Figure 3b - “Bleed the Group MP”
or rotate the handle from left to right (MP
models). Brew water through the group for
Tighten the screw to stop the water from at least two minutes.
flowing. Over-tightening can cause damage • Being careful to avoid burns, turn
to the sealing washer and on steam wand for at least
the group cap. If this sealing washer is one minute.
damaged replace washer with one included • Turn on the hot water valve for the time
in accessory kit. Once all air is removed necessary to allow at least 1 liter of water
from the coffee boiler, reinstall the group to be brewed.
cover. For more detailed instruction please
refer the GS/3 Installation Guide. 5) Waiting for the Espresso Machine to Heat to
Figure 3a - “Bleed the Group AV”
Operating Temperature. During this time, the
groups”) remove the group cover from the NOTE: It may be necessary to re-fill the water pointer of the coffee boiler pressure gauge
top of the group head. Then loosen the reservoir during this process. Check to see if the may reach as high as 12 bar. This may
bleed screw (see picture) to allow air to “Water Tank Empty” error message is present on happen anytime that the heating element
escape until water flows from below the the display before continuing. is in the “on” condition. If the pressure
screw head. It may be necessary to activate exceeds 12 bar then it will
the brew process by pressing button #5 4) Verify filling of Boilers. be necessary to adjust the expansion valve
(the continuous button) to force the air out The installation is now complete and the in such a manner that the pressure never
of the group. espresso machine should be heating to the exceed 12 bar.
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In normal operating conditions, the coffee NOTE: As the steam boiler reaches operating
boiler pressure gauge can read anywhere temperature you may hear air and steam escaping
from 0-12 bar. When brewing, from the boiler. This is a normal sound. As the water
the pressure should be set to boils, air in the boiler is replaced by steam and
approximately 9 bar. When the espresso exits through the vacuum breaker. As the boiler
machine is ready to operate all lights on get closer to operating temperature the vacuum
the keypads will light up. breaker closes and the steam is no longer able to
escape. This process allows the air in the steam
boiler to escape and to be replaced by water vapor.

Figure 4 - Key Pad buttons

Water specifications table

Figure 5 - Key Pad buttons with lights on
Min. Max.
T.D.S. ppm 90 150
Total Hardness ppm 70 100
Total Iron (Fe /Fe )
+2 +3
ppm 0 0,02
Free Chlorine (Cl2) ppm 0 0,05
Total Chlorine (Cl2) ppm 0 0,1
pH value 6,5 8,5
Alkalinity ppm 40 80
Chloride (Cl ) –
ppm not more 30
N.B.: Test water quality (the warranty is void if water parameters are not within the range

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 6) Adjusting the Expansion Valve.
The expansion valve is a component
that limits the maximum pressure in the
coffee boiler. Heating the coffee boiler
causes the water within to expand. Since
the coffee boiler is completely saturated,
the expanding water causes an increase
in pressure within the boiler. Without a
safety device the increase in pressure
could cause a rupture in the boiler.
The pressure in the coffee boiler should
never exceed 12 bar. The valve is hot,
so, using adequate protection, rotate the
expansion valve clockwise to increase
pressure. To decrease pressure rotate the
expansion valve counter clockwise (See
the following diagram).

WARNING
The expansion valve can
discharge water as hot as 200°F
/ 93°C. adequate protection
for handling this component is
needed before attempting to
adjust.
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Figure 6 - Expansion Valve Adjustment

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7) Adjusting Water Pump Pressure. 3. Adjust the water pump pressure to the NOTE: The water pump pressure should be
The water pump is factory set at 9 bar desired measurement. adjusted when the machine is operating
pressure. If it becomes necessary to 4. Rotate Clockwise to increase pressure and coffee is present in the portafilter.
change the pressure please use the and counter clockwise to reduce
following procedure: pressure.

1. Remove the left side cover assembly.

2. Locate the water pump adjustment
screw and loosen the lock nut.

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Figure 7 - Water Pump Pressure Adjustment
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 5. Operation
CAUTION WARNING left (MP Model) to start the flow of water
through the portafilter. Please refer to
Never remove the filter holder To avoid the risk of injury, do not the Software Programming Manual for a
when water is being delivered. open the brew chamber during description of the functions of the keypad.
This operation can be extremely the brew process. It is important that the portafilter is at
operating temperature prior to filling with
dangerous since the high pressure FILTER coffee. Allow hot water to pass through
built-up inside the blind filter would BASKET the empty portafilter for a few seconds
spray out hot and slightly caustic before the brewing process to pre-heat the
portafilter.
water, which may cause severe SPRING
burns. The Coffee Boiler contains Note: It is important to leave the portafilter
water at elevated temperature. PORTAFILTER
installed in the espresso machine when
Water temperature over 125°F not in use. The portafilter must remain
heated for the brewing process to function
/ 52°C can cause severe burns correctly.
instantly or death from scalding. O-RING
GASKET 2. Brewing Coffee. It is now possible to remove
WARNING the portafilter to make a coffee beverage.
The machine must not be dipped in, DOUBLE Place some ground coffee in the portafilter
SNAP-ON basket using the single or double basket.
nor splashed with, water in order to SPOUT Press down on the ground coffee with the
clean it. For cleaning operations, Figure 8 – Portafilter supplied tamper and install the portafilter
please follow the instructions listed on the GS/3. On AV model press a brew
below very carefully. 1. Installing the Portafilters. button to begin the brewing process, or
Install the portafilter by inserting it into move the paddle handle from right to left
the group head and rotate the handle to begin brewing on MP model (see Fig.2).
WARNING from left to right. Once the portafilter is
inserted properly, you can press one of the NOTE: Some users believe it is important to
This machine is designed only for brewing buttons on the keypad (AV model) allow water to pass through the the group
preparing coffee and hot drinks.
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to flush any remaining coffee oils and milk; at this point, move the container cause contamination in the steam boiler.
particles from the group head. Some up and down just enough to dip the
also flush just after brewing for the same nozzle end in and out of the milk until 4. Dispensing Hot Water.
reason. Please experiment to make the you get the right amount of foam, bring You may dispense hot water by using the
best possible procedure for your coffee. the temperature of the milk almost up hot water nozzle. To dispense hot water
There are many techniques for brewing to 149/158°F or 65/70°C. You can then press the hot water button.
pour this milk into a cup containing warm
espresso. You can find instructions for
espresso and you will end up with a fresh
many techniques on websites, blogs and
cup of cappuccino.
forums. Some are even monitored by
professional baristas around the world.
NOTE: It is important to have a sufficient
volume of liquid in the steaming pitcher.
3. Dispensing Steam.
Therefore if you intend to steam small Figure 9 - Hot Water Button
In order to allow for any condensed water
in the wand to be released ALWAYS allow amounts of milk it is necessary to use a
some steam to be discharged by turning on small pitcher. If you intend to steam larger
This button commands the hot water
the valve before inserting the steam wand quantities of milk then it is necessary to
delivery. The volume of water delivered
into the pitcher of liquid to be heated. use a larger steaming pitcher.
may be adjusted via the display (see the
Dip the steam wand into the liquid to be Using too little milk in a steaming pitcher
Software Programming Manual for further
heated. Depress the steam valve lever to can allow the milk to be “blown out” of the
activate the steaming process. instructions). The temperature of the water
pitcher. A good rule to follow is to fill the
The steam valve has a variable flow control. dispensed may be adjusted by adjusting
steaming pitcher only half full of liquid.
The steam valve will lock in the fully on the mixing valve under the right side cover
position only. of the espresso machine (see machine
NOTE: In order to prevent the heated liquid
The steam will transfer heat to the liquid description diagram, Figure 2, and the
from being sucked back into the steam
raising its temperature. Be careful not to instructions on the next page).
boiler it is recommended that you purge
allow liquid to overflow in order to avoid
severe burns. the steam system after heating any liquid.
In order to prepare milk for making Purge the system by opening the steam
cappuccino with the right amount of foam, valve for a few seconds to allow steam to
go through the following steps: escape to the atmosphere from the end
• After purging the steam wand place the of the steam wand. Failure to do so can
container half-full of milk underneath, cause the heated liquid to transfer from
carefully open the steam valve and raise the steaming pitcher to the steam boiler
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 6. Key Features
this knob, look at the bottom edge of the
WARNING right side panel.
913 (CE) / 914 (ETL-USA)
If the above-mentioned The knob may be turned by sliding a finger L325 (CE)
instructions are not adhered under the side panel from front to rear (to L326 (ETL/USA)
decrease temperature) or from rear to front
to the manufacturer cannot be (to increase temperature). H.1.010.01
held responsible for damage to
3. Quick Keys.
persons or things. The GS/3 has 4 Quick Keys to allow the
1. Controlling the Brew Process Using Volumetric user to gain quick and easy access to F.8.002
Programming. important parameters that may be changed F.8.003
This espresso machine allows the L312
frequently. Please see the Software L308
volumetric programming of each of the Programming Manual.
first 4 buttons on each group (numbered
left to right). Please consult the Software 5. General Notes for Coffee Preparation. The
4. Water and Drain Connection Kit. portafilters must remain heated since
Programming Manual for further The GS/3 comes with a main water supply
instructions. they are at the lowest position of the
and waste drain connection kit. This kit group itself, and they are partially isolated
allows the GS/3 to be connected to the from the same due to the rubber gasket
2. Hot Water Dispensing. main water supply and the main waste
Hot water may be dispensed from the between them. This can be accomplished
drain system. Instructions for installing by leaving the portafilters installed in the
Hot Water Wand on the right side of the this kit are contained in the GS/3
machine. This is accomplished by pressing machine when not in use. The portafilters
Installation Manual. The conversion kit may also be actively heated by activating
the hot water button (Fig.9). The amount contains the following items:
of water dispensed can be programmed via one of the brew buttons to flush hot water
the digital display. Please consult Software through the portafilter then turning off the
Programming Manual for programming water flow.
instructions. The temperature of the hot
water may be adjusted slightly via the 6. Coffee Grind.
Hot Water Adjusting Knob. This adjusting The size of the coffee granules is extremely
knob is hidden under the right side panel important in preparing a good cup of
assembly. The knob protrudes slightly coffee, along with the type of coffee blend
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form the bottom of the side panel. To find used. The ideal grind can be determined by
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making various coffees using the amount N.B. If the machine is not going to be used for
of ground coffee that you would normally If the machine has not been used for more long periods of time, it is advisable to
use for each cup (we recommend at least than 8 hours or, in any case, after long follow these safety indications:
6g). The best grind is that which allows periods of being idle, in order to use the • Disconnect the machine from the water
coffee to flow out from the portafilter machine to its full potential it is necessary mains or interrupt the water connection
spouts neither too slowly, drop by drop, nor to perform some cleaning cycles before via a mains tap.
too quickly. A general rule is that a double brewing beverages as follows: • Disconnect the machine from the
dose should dispense approximately 60mL • Group: with the portafilter engaged in electrical mains.
/ 2 fluid oz. of espresso in approximately the group brew water through it for at least
25 seconds. This time may be adjusted by two minutes
varing the coarseness of the grind. • Being careful to avoid burns, turn on
each steam wand for at least one minute.

7. IMPORTANT To improve the flavor profile

of the espresso, the temperature of the • Turn on the hot water valve for the time
water in the coffee boiler, and therefore necessary to allow 1 liter of water to be
of the groups, may eventually be raised brewed.
or lowered via the digital display (please • If using machine with water reservoir,
consult Software Programming Manual for change the water in the reservoir daily.
detailed instructions).

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 7. Preventative Maintenance and Cleaning
WARNING WARNING WARNING
If the above-mentioned The machine must be installed so This machine is for professional
instructions are not adhered that qualified technical presonnel use only and should be installed
to the manufacturer cannot be can easily access it for eventual in locations where its use and
held responsible for damage to maintenance. maintenance is restriced to
persons or things. WARNING trained personnel.
The machine must not be dipped
WARNING in, nor splashed with, water in WARNING
In order to prevent cracks or Jets of water should not be used
order to clean it. For cleaning
leakage: do not store or install to clean the machine, nor should
operations, please follow the
the coffee machine in places it be placed where water jets are
instructions listed below very
where temperature may cause used.
carefully.
water in boiler or hydraulic Cleaning (Daily)
system to freeze.
WARNING 1. Cleaning the Diffuser Screen.
Do not remove the filter holder During the discharge operation
(subsequent to coffee brewing), small
WARNING while relative group is brewing amounts of coffee grounds may slowly
The machine is intended to be hot liquids. build-up on and obstruct, even partially,
the diffuser screen. Turn off the machine
permanently connected to fixed The Coffee Boiler contains and remove the diffuser screen by
wiring, and it is advisable that water at elevated temperature. unscrewing the diffuser screw. Soak in
Water temperature over 125°F detergent powder liquid following the
a residual current device (RCD) instructions of detergent manufacturer.
with a rated residual operating / 52°C can cause severe Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Install
current not exceeding 30mA is burns instantly or death from and run hot water through the group head
several times with the screen installed.
scalding.
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 3. Cleaning Filter Baskets and Portafilters. damage them. Clean the side panels using
With daily cleaning of the stainless steel a soft cloth. Do not spray the keypad or
filters and portafilters it is sufficient display with any liquid. Clean only with a
to clean them with water and a cloth or damp soft cloth.
appropriate brush. Otherwise, using an
espresso cleaning product, following the 6. Cleaning the Hot Water and Steam Nozzles.
product’s instructions put the correct dose Steam nozzles must be cleaned
in about 1/2 a litre of water inside a immediately after use with a damp cloth
heat-resistant container and heat. and by producing a short burst of steam
• If using stainless steel portafilters with so as to prevent the formation of deposits
snap-on spouts remove the spout.Immerge inside the nozzles themselves, which
2. Cleaning the Brewing System. filters and metallic parts of portafilters may alter the flavor of other drinks to
Insert the blind filter into portafilter (not handles) in the hot solution and leave be heated. Hot water nozzles must be
and put the correct amount of espresso them submerged for about 30 minutes. cleaned periodically with a damp cloth. If
cleaning product (following the product’s • Rinse thoroughly with clean water and milk residue is present on the steam wand,
instructions) into the filter, engage the run hot water through the group several soak the tip in a container of hot water,
portafilter into the group you want to clean. times with the filter and portafilter then it will be possible to wipe the tip
• Press the brewing button for said group, engaged. clean. Repeat process if residue remains.
as if you were making a regular cup of NOTE: This cleaning schedule is based
coffee. Stop the water after about 15-20 4. Cleaning the Drain Box. upon a moderate to average use (20-
seconds. Remove the drain box assembly and wash 300) cups per day. If machine use is less
• Start and stop the group several times each of the components with hot soapy than moderate then this schedule may be
until you notice clear water being released water. Rinse thoroughly and reinstall the adjusted accordingly.
instead of soapy water when you remove drain box assembly. Hand wash each part
the portafilter. with water containing mild soap. Cleaning (Periodic)
Do not remove the portafilter when group 5. Cleaning the Body. 1. Draining Boilers. Both the coffee boiler
is actually brewing water. Wipe the stainless steel surfaces with a and the steam boiler may be drained and
• Rinse the group using a normal filter soft, non abrasive cloth in the direction of refilled to reduce the chance of mineral
in the portafilter, by running hot water the glazing marks, if any. Do not use any deposits build up on the inside walls of the
through it several times. alcohol or solvents whatsoever on painted, inside surfaces. Additionally this draining
imprinted, or plastic parts in order not to process can be used to remove water that

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 has a bad odor or taste. hose. Unscrew all screws from the cover
Drain the Steam Boiler: Turn OFF the machine. to separate the parts. Wash all parts with
Remove the left side panel assembly. warm soapy water. Hand wash each part
Locate the ball valve on the bottom left with water containing mild soap.
side of the machine. Hold the ball valve
with one tool and remove the brass cap on Cleaning frequency
the end of the valve. Move the espresso
machine close to a waste drain and tip Daily
machine at an angle to point the valve into • Portafilter
the waste drain. • Filter
• Diffuser screen
Drain the Coffee Boiler: Turn OFF the • Diffuser screw
machine. Using adequate protection or • Steam wand (just after use)
an appropriate tool, loosen the expansion • Drain grille
valve until water begins to flow freely. Then
remove the group cap cover and loosen Weekly
the bleed screw. When finished draining • Water Reservoir
empty the drain box assembly. • Drain Box

Steam boiler draining: to activate this function Monthly

you need to access the programming menu • Cleaning the hot water nozzle
(see p. 50). Yearly, we recommend to fully
drain the steam boiler by means of the
specific drain cock located on the side of
the boiler or under the boiler.

2. Clean the Water Reservoir.

The water reservoir needs to be cleaned
periodically to ensure that no algae forms
on the inside surfaces. To clean first remove
the water reservoir form the machine.
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 8. Mandatory Maintenance and Check-up Operations
These operations are in addition to the Maintenance and Periodic Cleaning Operations as specified in Chapter 7.

The following maintenance and check-up operations sould be carried out by a qualified technician.
The time required for the periodic maintenance is determinated by the quantity of daily work and/or coffee consumption.

N.B. These periodic maintenance operations are not covered by warranty.

EVERY THREE/FOUR MONTHS
▪▪ Replace group gaskets ▪▪ Check brew temperature on Installation, otherwise
▪▪ Replace diffuser screens ▪▪ Check that brew pressure is warranty is voided)
▪▪ Clean auto-fill probe at 9bar ▪▪ Check filter basket condition
▪▪ Check vacuum breaker for ▪▪ Check all switches for proper
If AV Model:
proper operation operation
▪▪ Check shot volumes
▪▪ Inspect water inlet valve ▪▪ Check/note water hardness
▪▪ Test flowmeter’s ohm value
▪▪ Inspect drain system for leaks ▪▪ (Water quality must be within
(ohm value is acceptable if
or clogs the range of parameters
greater than 1.8 K ohm, and
▪▪ Check flow rate for each group specified in the chapter
less than 2.2 K ohm

EVERY SIX/EIGHT MONTHS (in addition to the above)

▪▪ Rebuild steam assemblies

EVERY YEAR (in addition to the above)

▪▪ Replace portafilter baskets ▪▪ Inspect electrical wiring tightness at 2,4Nm of If MP Model:
▪▪ Inspect group valve plungers condition each cable on the terminal ▪▪ Disassembly and lubrication
▪▪ Inspect vacuum breaker ▪▪ Inspect boilers safety switches block. of the components of the MP
▪▪ Inspect steam boiler ▪▪ Replace over-pressure valve valve
pressurestat (safety valve)
▪▪ Inspect expansion valve ▪▪ Accurate control of the

EVERY 3 YEARS (in addition to the above)

▪▪ Check the condition of the inside of boilers and if necessary rinse out with a proper cleaning product allowed for food and beverage

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Installation Guide

Chapters
1. Unpackage GS/3 Espresso Machine pag 25 8. Remove air from group head pag 28
(bleeding the group)
2. Fill with water pag 25
(Initial Fill) 9. Monitor coffee boiler pressure pag 29

3. Drain box alignment pag 26 10. Adjust the expansion valve pag 30

4. Connect to power supply pag 26 11. Monitor steam boiler pressure pag 31

5. Turn on main power pag 27 12 . Brew espresso pag 32

6. Turn on espresso machine pag 27 13. Verify working boiler pressures pag 32

7. Remove group cover pag 28 14. Connect to main water supply pag 33
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 Installation Guide
Unpackage espresso machine
WARNING
1 and set on a level surface. Ensure
The Coffee machine must be
all accessories are included with
shipment. See accessories list on placed in a horizontal position on
page 4 of Owner’s Manual. Check
for any visable damage to espresso
a counter higher than 80 cm from
machine. the ground.

Remove/Open the fill cover and fill

2 the reservoir with filtered water.
Slide the reservoir back into
position and replace the drain box. Make
sure the drain box is inserted fully. The
water reservoir must make contact with the
level indicators on the rear side. Failure
to make contact will result in the display
message “Refill Tank”. The message
“Refill Tank” will be displayed anytime the
reservoir does not have contact with the
level indicators.
NOTE: The GS/3 is configured to work with
the water reservoir. To connect the GS/3
to the mains water supply and the waste
drain system, please refer to number 14

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 IMPORTANT NOTE:
3 The drain box must be installed correctly for the machine
to function properly. The drain box has two alignment
pins that mate with two alignment holes on the base of
the GS/3. When installing the drain box, ensure that the
alignment pins are inserted into the alignment holes.
It may be necessary to push slightly on the front of the
drain box to achieve proper alignment. Open the two clips
outwards to lock drain box into place.

Alignment pins and

locking clips

Alignment holes

WARNING
The machine is intended to be
permanently connected to fixed
Connect the power wiring, and it is advisable that
4 cord to power supply
a residual current device (RCD)
capable of supplying:
230 VAC and 10 amps (for with a rated residual operating
the 230 V version) or 120VAC
and 15 Amps (for the 110 V current not exceeding 30mA is
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 WARNING
The manufacturer declines any
responsibility for any event
leading to liability suits
whenever grounding has not
been completed according to
current local, national, and
international regulations and
electrical codes, or if other
electrical parts have been
connected improperly.
Turn on power by pressing the main power
5 switch. The main power switch may be
found on the left rear of the machine.

Turn on power by pressing the power switch, the 3th button on the
6 keypad.

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 7 Press the “continuous” button to allow water to enter
into the coffee boiler and wait for the brewing phase to end.
Repeat twice. Now it is necessary to remove all of the air in the
coffee boiler to saturate the group. This is commonly referred
to as bleeding the group. To do this, remove the group cover
by rotating the cover counter clockwise (AV models) or remove
the pressure gauge, remove the paddle knob, remove the cover,
replace the pressure gauge and rotate the lever to the left (MP
models).

Unscrew the bleed screw

8 (approximately 1/2 turn) to release all
air from the coffee boiler (using the
included 5mm hex key wrench). When water
leaks from under the screw head, tighten the
screw. Note: It might be necessary to activate
the brewing process to force water into the
boiler. To do this, press the continuous
key until water leaks from under the screw
head. Then tighten screw. Replace group
cover removed in previous step. The steam
boiler will begin to fill automatically and
the reservoir will need to be refilled. Once
boiler is full, heating phase will begin and
the expansion valve will need to be adjusted
immediately (see next step).
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Steam Boiler Coffee Boiler
Pressure Gauge Pressure Gauge

Next it will be necessary to check the expansion valve. As the coffee boiler heats to operating temperature the pressure in the
9 coffee boiler will rise. There is an expansion valve behind the drain tray that allows some water to escape during this process
to limit the maximum pressure in the coffee boiler to 12 bar. Please monitor the coffee boiler pressure gauge during the initial
heating process. You should notice the gauge approach 12 bar and stop. If the pressure gauge does not reach 12 bar or if
the pressure gauge rises above 12 bar, then it will be necessary to adjust the expansion valve. Please follow the next step to
properly adjust the expansion valve.

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 Increase pressure

Decrease pressure

Please follow this procedure if it is necessary to adust the expansion valve.

10 First remove the drain box to access the expansion valve. The expansion valve WARNING
protrudes through the sheet metal, has the shape of a cylinder, is brass in color The expansion valve can
and approximately 25mm in diameter. The valve will be hot, so, using adequate
protection, in order to adjust the expansion valve rotate the valve clockwise discharge water as hot as 200°F
to raise the pressure and counter clockwise to reduce the pressure. It may be / 93°C. adequate protection
necessary to use a tool such as a pair of pliers to rotate the expansion valve in
1/4 turn or less increments until the desired pressure is achieved. Replace the
for handling this component is
drain box after each adjustment to ensure the machine is operating correctly. needed before attempting to
adjust.
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 You may also monitor the steam boiler heating progress by watching the Steam Boiler Pressure Gauge. The steam boiler is set
11 at approximately 2.0 Bar of pressure at the factory.
Once the pressure gage reaches this point the heating will stop. When the coffee boiler reaches operating temperature all lights
on the keypad will light. Should you wish to adjust the pressure of the steam boiler please refer to the Software Programming
Guide under the section “Steam Boiler temperature”.

Steam Boiler Coffee Boiler

Pressure Gauge Pressure Gauge

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 When the espresso machine is ready, place ground coffee into the
12 portafilter and activate the brewing process. For additional information
to operate this espresso machine please refer the the Owner’s Manual
or the Software Programming Guide.

Steam Boiler Coffee Boiler

Pressure Gauge Pressure Gauge

When brewing, the coffee boiler

pressure should be between 8-10 bar.
The steam boiler pressure should be
set at 2 bar but can operate at any
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 1. Please follow this procedure to connect the GS/3 to
the mains water supply and the waste water drain
Water Pump system:
2. Turn off the machine and remove the plug from the
socket.
3. Remove the drain box, slide out the water reservoir
from the machine base.
4. Remove the left side panel assembly. Disconnect the
hose from the top of the reservoir and remove the
water reservoir.
5. Remove the drain box cap.
6. Remove the drain box cap and insert the drain box
hose barb fitting (F.8.002) Do not over-tighten this
part. Over-tightening will damage the drain box.
7. Connect the clear armoured drain hose to the hose
barb fitting and to the waste drain using the supplied
Pump Inlet Tube hose clamp.
Left side panel
Access Hole 8. Tighten the supplied hose clamp.
assembly 9. Connect the stainless steel braided hose (L325
or L326) to the water pump and pass through the
access hole on the base under the pump. This hose
will connect the pump to the mains water supply.
913 (CE) / 914 (ETL-USA)
WARNING 10. Replace the drain box on the machine base.
L325 (CE)
When the machine is 11. Reconnect the power plug to the power outlet.
Turn on the water supply and the main power
L326 (ETL/USA) plumbed-in to water switch, check for leaks.
H.1.010.01 mains, ensure at each 12. Configure the “Water Tank” parameter in the software
to “not present” (see the Software Programming
installation a new set of Guide for directions).
tubes for plumbing and 13. Turn on the machine.
F.8.002 related gaskets is used. (These instructions are also available on the website.
F.8.003
L312 http://techcenter.lamarzocco.com.)

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 Troubleshooting
•T  his espresso machine is equipped with several feedback mechanisms that alert the operator when an unusual condition occurs.
Additionally the espresso machine will warn the operator when certain parameters fall below or above the programmed point. These
errors and warnings will appear as a message in the display.
• The following section will describe errors and warnings that may appear in the display.

Message Description Message Solution

Corrupted This message is displayed when the CPU does not Most likely the machine power was disconnected without first turning off the machine through the
Data understand an instruction. keypad and display. Turn off machine using main switch. This should clear the error.

Filling-up T-out This message is displayed when the CPU does not When this message is displayed the CPU also shuts down and turns the machine off. Water is not
Alarm detect a full signal from the steam boiler within a entering the boiler. Call an authorized service technician to repair this fault.
set time interval.
This message is displayed when the CPU does not When this message is displayed the CPU turns off power to the steam boiler heating element. The
T.Probe Unconnect
receive any signal from the Temperature Probe in only way to reset this error is to repair the Safety Probe to restore the signal to the CPU.
Boiler temp.
the steam boiler.
When flowmeter alarm is displayed, the light on the button that initiated the brew cycle will begin
Flowmeter
This message is displayed when the CPU does not to flash. This problem is a result of water not flowing through the flow meter. This can be caused
Alarm receive the appropriate signal from the flowmeter. by coffee ground too fine or packed too tightly (try a coarser grind or lighter tamping) or a blockage
This message is not active in MP machines. in the tubes, a malfunctioning water pump, a faulty valve, or a damaged flowmeter. Call a service
technician to fix this problem.
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gs3
Software Programming Guide PID Setting pag 52
Coffee Boiler Temperature Offset pag 53
Programming Introduction
Water Filter Alarm pag 54
Digital Display pag 36
Open Valve (modello AV) pag 55
Programming Keypads pag 37
Drain Steam Boiler pag 56
Accessing Programming Mode pag 39
Safety Valve pag 57
Start Up Procedures pag 40
First Installation pag 58
Shut Down Procedures pag 41
“Machine ON” Programming
Quick Access Programming (Quick Keys) pag 42
Water Volume Programming (AV models) pag 59
“Machine OFF” Programming
Clock Adjust pag 60
Language pag 43
Auto ON/OFF pag 61
Name pag 44
Coffee Boiler Temperature pag 62
Heating (Power Mode) pag 45
Steam Boiler Temperature pag 63
Water Reservoir (Tank) pag 46
Pre-Infusion or Pre-Brewing (AV models) pag 64
Hot Water pag 47
Service Phone pag 65
Steam Boiler Probe Sensitivity pag 48
Crono Function pag 66
Service Cycles pag 49
Temperature Measurement Units pag 50
Proportional, Integral, Derivitive Settings pag 51

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 Programming Introduction
Description

• This espresso machine has a CPU and many configurable settings.

• Additionally, there are many feedback controls employed in this espresso machine to troubleshoot problems should they occur.

• The following is a brief introduction to the controls and display and how they interact with the operator.

Digital Display

LaMarzocco 09:30
Firenze Italia

The digital display is a backlit display capable of displaying 2 lines of 16 characters. The display enables the operator to interact with
the espresso machine to visibly change parameter values. The display also provides valuable information to the operator.
There are several warnings that the can be displayed to alert the operator of an unusual condition or a fault. Additionally, simple
messages are displayed alerting the operator that an action has been started or that a process needs to begin.
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 Programming Keypad (from s/n 0001 to 5378)

The keypad has two functions. The first is for control of the espresso. The second is for programming individual software parameters.

The button and the button are used to change the values of the individual parameters. The label for these buttons are
“Espresso” and “2 Espressos” respectively.

The button is used to access certain parameters and for advancing the cursor within a parameter. The label for this button is
“Coffee”.

The button is currently not used in programming mode. The label for this button is “2 Coffees”.

The button is used to access the programming mode. This button is also used as a function key and to scroll through parameters.
The label for this button is “Continuous”.

The button is used to turn on and turn off the espresso machine and to activate the dispensing of the Hot Water.

MP (PADDLE) Programming Keypad (from s/n 0001 to 5418)

_ + o
This keypad has the same functions as the above keys according to the identical symbols in bottom left corner.

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 Programming Keypad (only from s/n 5379)

The keypad has two functions. The first is for control of the espresso. The second is for programming individual software parameters.

The button and the button are used to change the values of the individual parameters. The label for these buttons are
“Espresso” and “2 Espressos” respectively.

The button is used to access certain parameters and for advancing the cursor within a parameter. The label for this button is
“Coffee”.

The button is currently not used in programming mode. The label for this button is “2 Coffees”.

The button is used to access the programming mode. This button is also used as a function key and to scroll through parameters.
The label for this button is “Continuous”.

The button is used to turn on and turn off the espresso machine and to activate the dispensing of the Hot Water.

MP (PADDLE) Programming Keypad (only from s/n 5419)

This keypad has the same functions as the above keys according to the identical symbols in bottom left corner.
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 Accessing Programming Mode
Description contained within this level are ones
Programming Mode the operator can change to affect the
• To change the values of any parameter quality of the espresso.
the operator must first enter into the • Machine “Off” - The parameters
programming mode. contained within this level are ones
LaMarzocco 9:30 • There are two levels within the the operator can change to affect the
programming mode that allow the performance of the espresso machine.
programming of specific parameters. These parameters are set at the factory
• The two programming levels are as and there is no need for adjustment. La
follows Marzocco reccomends that no changes
• Machine “On” - The parameters are made at this level.

Display Operating Procedure

Machine On Programming Level

200.5oF 09:30
La Marzocco T:00 1 While the espresso machine is on, press and hold the button . After approximately 5 seconds the fol-
lowing display appears.
This is the “Machine On” programming level. To program the dispense volume for each button see “Water
Doses Setting
Select within50s 2 Volume Programming”. To access the “Machine On” programming mode press the button .

Note: You must scroll, using the button, to the end to exit programming mode.
Machine Off Programming Level

STAND-BY 09:30
1 While the espresso machine is off, press and hold the button . After approximately 10 seconds the
following display appears.

Language
ENGLISH 2 This is the “Machine Off” programming level. Press the button to scroll through the available parameters.
Note: You must scroll to the end to exit programming mode.

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 Start Up Procedures
Turning the Espresso Description
Machine On The following is the procedure for turning
on the power to the espresso machine.
• Please follow the procedures carefully
to avoid any damage to the espresso
machine.
• Continue with the water reservoir full or
a mains water connection.

Display Operating Procedure

1 Turn the Main Switch to the On position.

3D5 DE LUXE MAR

The message at left will be displayed briefly. This message indicates the revision level of the software
STAND-BY 09:30
2 installed in this espresso machine. Then the following message is displayed.

To complete the turn on process, press the button and the display at left is shown. The machine begins
170.5oF 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 3 to automatically fill the steam boiler until full. When the espresso machine reaches operating temperature,
all keypad lights will light indicating that the espresso machine is ready to use.
NOTE: Ensure all air is removed from the group prior to staring the espresso
machine. This only needs to be completed once during the initial setup or when
water is drained from the coffee boiler.
Instructions for bleeding the groups of air can be found in the Installation Guide.

WARNING
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HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE DISCONNECT FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE SERVICING

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 Shut Down Procedures
Turning the Espresso Description
Machine Off The following is the procedure for turning • This machine has two off settings. One
off power to the espresso machine. setting turns off all of the components
• Please follow the procedures carefully in the espresso machine and the other
200.5°F 09:30a to avoid any damage to the espresso turns off power to the complete espresso
La Marzocco T:00 machine. machine.

Display Operating Procedure

1 The following is the procedure for safely turning off the espresso machine.

170.5oF 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 2 Press and hold the button then press the button . The display changes to the following:
STAND-BY 09:30
3 This is the OFF setting used in the normal operating conditions.

4 During servicing or other conditions that warrant it, the main switch should be turned to the OFF position.

The espresso machine is off and display should be blank. It is important to follow this procedure when
turning off the machine. Failure to do so can damage the electronics.

WARNING

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 Quick Access Programming (Quick Keys)
Description (ver 1.15) the following quick keys are
Quick Keys available:
• For convenience, there is access to five
Quick Key Function
parameters of the software without
Number
entering program mode.
• These parameters are accessed through 1 Group rinse cycle
the use of “Quick Keys”. 2 Coffee Boiler Temperature
• To use the Quick Keys, press and hold
the function button and then the quick 3 Steam Boiler Temperature
key is accessed. 4 Pre-Brewing enable/disable
• In the current version of the software
6 Machine Off function

Display Operating Procedure

Rinsing in
progress 1 Quick Key 1 Press and hold the button , then press the button .

T. Coffee Boiler
200.5 oF 2 Quick Key 2 Press and hold the button , then press the button .

T. Steam Boiler
260.0 oF 3 Quick Key 3 Press and hold the button , then press the button .

Pre Brewing
Enabled 4 Quick Key 4 Press and hold the button , then press the button .

STAND-BY 09:30
5 Quick Key 6 Press and hold the button , then press the button .

NOTE: Quick Keys only function when the espresso machine is on and not brewing coffee/hot water.

N.B. MP (PADDLE) MODEL Quick Key no. 1 and no. 4 do not function because the control of the group is manual.
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 “Machine OFF” Programming
Description
Language
• This parameter allows the operator to
change the language of the display.

Language
English

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Press the button or the button to change the language.

Name
LA MARZOCCO GS/3 3 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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 “Machine OFF” Programming
Description
Name
•  This parameter allows the technician to
program a 16 character user name.
• The user name is displayed continuously
Name on the display on the second line.
-------------- • The user name is not displayed when
the Crono Function is ENABLED.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Name
3 Press the button or the button to change the value of the flashing parameter.

Name
XXXXXXXXXX 4 Press the button to advance to the next character. Repeat step 3-4 to program remaining characters

5 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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 “Machine OFF” Programming
Description
Heating (Power Mode)
•T  his espresso is equipped with a power •T  here are two options in Power saving
saving feature that allows the espresso mode:
machine to operate at lower power if • Full - This mode gives full power to both
Heating needed. the coffee boiler and the steam boiler.
HALF • While in power saving mode you On 120V model, in full power mode, a
may experience slightly longer steam 20 Amp circuit is required.
recovery time. The steam boiler • Half - In this mode the power is
pressure/temperature may be adjusted alternated between the coffee boiler and
to compensate for this if needed. the steam boiler (with priority given to
the coffee boiler).
Display Operating Procedure
STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Heating
HALF 3 Press the button or the button to change the value between HALF and FULL.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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 “Machine OFF” Programming
Description
Water Reservoir (Tank)
•T
 his parameter allows the user to choose
the use of a water reservoir. If the
espresso machine is connected directly
Tank to the water supply, then this value
PRESENT should be set to “not present”.This must
be done before the machine is plumbed.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Tank
PRESENT 3 Press the button or the button to change the value between PRESENT and NOT PRESENT.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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 “Machine OFF” Programming
Description
Hot Water
•T  his parameter allows the technician to • If you wish to adjust temperature of water
select the activation of the water pump using the Hot Water Adjusting Knob, set
during hot water dispensing. this parameter to “with pump”, see page
Water • When hot water is drawn from only the 11 for more details.
with pump steam boiler this parameter should be
set to “without pump”.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Water
with pump 3 Press the button or the button to change to either WITH PUMP or WITHOUT PUMP.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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 “Machine OFF” Programming
Steam Boiler Probe Description
Sensitivity •T
 his parameter allow the user to set
the probe sensitivity depending of the
hardness of the water. The harder the
ProbeSensitivity water, the lower the sensibility of the
LOW probe.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

ProbeSensitivity
Low 3 Press the button or the button to change the value between LOW, MID and HIGH.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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 “Machine OFF” Programming
Description
Service Cycles
•T  his parameter allows the user to
program a threshold number of cycles (in
multiples of 1000) when the machine
Service Cycles prompts for service.
0 • When Prompted for Service, the “Service
Phone” number will be displayed.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Service Cycles
0 3 Press the button or the button to change the value (range =99000).

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

N.B. : To reset this parameter once “Service Phone” number is displayed. Turn off machine with on/off
switch behind machine.
Press and hold and buttons. Turn on machine holding the two buttons until “Service Reset”

appears on display.

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Description
Temperature Measurement Units •T  his parameter is set at the factory at the
request of the local distributor.
• This parameter has two options Celsius
Temperature (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).
°F

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Temperature
°F 3 Press the button or the button to change the value to either Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
Proportional, Integral,
Derivitive (PID) Settings (Coffee •T  his parameter is preset at the factory • If you do wish to change the values
Boiler) based upon theoretical calculations and and find that unexpected results occur,
physical experiments. return to the factory default values:
• It is not recommended that these kP kI kD
numbers are changed. 8.0 0.15 10.0
C kP kI kD
• Changes to these parameters can cause
8.0 0.15 10.0
unexpected results.
• Qualified technicians may wish to
experiment with different values.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

C kP kI kD
8.0 0.15 10.0 3 Press the button or the button to change the value of the flasing parameter.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
PID Setting
•T  his parameter sets a range in which the • It is important to write down the number
PID algorithm is active. before any changes are made to make
• This parameter is preset at the factory sure you can return to the factory
PID setting based upon theoretical calculations and programming if unexpected results
20.1 °F physical experiments. occur.
• It is not recommended that this number • Experienced technicians may wish to
is changed. Changes to this parameter experiment with different values.
can cause unexpected results. • The lowest value for this parameter is
3.6°F / 2.0°C

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

3
PID setting
20.1 °F Press the button or the button to change the value of the parameter.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
Coffee Boiler Temperature
Offset •T  his parameter isused to calibrate • It is not recommended that this number
the coffee boiler temperature system is changed. Changes to this parameter
to ensure the display temperature can cause unexpected results.
Coffee T. Offset accurately represents the temperature of • It is important to write down this value
1.5 °F the water exiting the group head. before making changes to be sure you
• This parameter is preset at the factory can return to the factory programming if
based upon initial tests of this espresso unexpected results occur. Each machine
machine. may have a different value as it is set
individually.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Coffee T. Offset
1.5 °F 3 Press the button or the button to change the value of the flasing parameter.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
Water Filter Alarm
•T  his parameter allows the technician •A
 value of 0 (zero) disables the filter
to preprogram an alarm that notifies alarm parameter.
the user when the water filter requires
Water filter service or replacement.
0 • When the programmed volume of
water has passed through the espresso
machine the error message “Change
Filter” is displayed.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Water filter
0 3 Press the button or the button to change the value of the flasing parameter.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

When the espresso machine has dispensed the value of this parameter the message FILTER ALARM will
Filter
Alarm 5 appear.
NOTE: To reset this message turn off the espresso machine using the main power switch.
Then, press and hold the button and the button and turn on the machine using the main power
switch.
Filter Hold both buttons until the following message appears. Release both buttons and continue to use the
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Description
Open Valve
• This parameter allows the service staff • This parameter is not available on MP
to enable/disable the opening of the hot paddle version.
water valve.
OPEN VALVE • This parameter allows steam boiler
DISABLED/ENABLED depressurization.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

OPEN VALVE
DISABLED/ENABLED 3 Press the button or the button to change the value between DISABLED or ENABLED.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
Drain Steam Boiler
• This parameter enables the technician • This procedure is recommended in case
to enable/disable the steam boiler the machine should remain inactive for
draining. more than 8 hours and in any case at
Drains SteamBoil • This parameter allows the service staff least on a weekly basis.
DISABLED/ENABLED to renew or “regenerate” the water
contained inside the steam boiler,
discharging about one half of the water
contained in the boiler.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Drains SteamBoil
DISABLED/ENABLED 3 Press the button or the button to change the value between DISABLED or ENABLED.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
Safety Valve
• This parameter allows the service staff • Should the safety valve fail to trigger
to enable/disable the safety valve test. within approximately one minute of the
• This parameter allows to bring the temperature reaching 140°C, disable
TEST SAFETY VALV steam boiler temperature to 140°C, thus the function and replace the valve.
DISABLED/ENABLED triggering the safety valve. Once the • Only qualified technicians can perform
valve has triggered disable the function. this operation.

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

TEST SAFETY VALV

DISABLED/ENABLED 3 Press the button or the button to change the value between DISABLED or ENABLED.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
First Installation
•T
 his parameter allows the operator to NOTE: Ensure all air is removed from the
reactivate the first installation message group prior to staring the espresso
to the next power of the machine. machine.
First installat.
DISABLED/ENABLED

Display Operating Procedure

STAND-BY 09:30
1 Enter into “Machine Off” programming mode.

Language
ENGLISH 2 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

First installat.
DISABLED/ENABLED 3 Press the button or the button to change the value between DISABLED or ENABLED.

4 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
Water Volume Programming
•T  his parameter allows the operator to •T
 his parameter is not available on MP
program the water volume (shot volume) Paddle model as volume is manually
for the individual buttons on the keypad. controlled by use of paddle, except for
Doses setting • The saved program is a number. This the last button that controls the dose of
Select within 30s number relates to the number of pulses hot water brewed.
the flowmeter delivers to the CPU. Once
the programmed number of pulses is
received by the CPU, the flow of water
is stopped.

Display Operating Procedure

200.5°F 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 1 Enter into “Machine On” programming mode.

Press one of the following buttons:

Doses setting
Select within30s 2

Water will begin to flow. When the desired amount of water has been dispensed, press the same button
3 again to Stop the flow of water. The button is now programmed. Repeat this process for subsequent
buttons.

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Description
Clock Adjust
•T  his parameter allows the user to set the •T
 here are 4 changeable values within
time of day and the day of the week. this parameter:
• This parameter is used to display time
Clock Adjust. and is also used by the “Auto On/Off” •  our
H
09:30 Wed 12h parameter • Minute
• Day of week
• Hour Format 12h or 24h

Display Operating Procedure

200.5oF 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 1 Enter into “Machine On” programming mode.

Doses Setting
Select within30s 2 Press and hold the button to enter into programming mode.

Clock Adjust.
3 Then press the button to access the adjustable parameters.

4 Press the button or the button to change the value of the flashing parameter.

Clock Adjust.
09:30 thurs 12h 5 Press the button to advance to the next value.

6 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
Auto ON/OFF
• This parameter enables the user to
enable/disable the Auto ON/OFF.

Week Auto On/Off

ENABLED

Display Operating Procedure

200.5°F 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 1 Enter into “Machine On” programming mode.

Doses Setting
Select within30s 2 Press and hold the button to enter into programming mode

Clock Adjust
3 Then press the button to access the adjustable parameters.

Clock Adjust
09:30 thurs 12h 4 Press the button or the button to change the value of the flashing parameter.

Week Auto On/Off

ENABLED 5 Press the button or the button to change the value between DISABLED or ENABLED.

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Description may vary slightly, the temperature of the
Coffee Boiler Temperature water exiting the group is constant.
•T  his parameter is set at the factory at a • To properly calibrate the temperature
preset nominal temperature. of any espresso machine it is import to
• The temperature of the boiler is measure the temperature of the water
Temp Cof. Boiler measured at the most critical point in exiting the group by means of an external
94.6 °C the boiler where temperature fluctuation temperature measuring device. The
is the greatest. difference of the display temperature
• The temperature of the water exiting the and the measured temperature may be
group head is held constant by means compansated by use of the “Coffee T.
of the mass of the group casting. Even Offset” parameter.
though the temperature of the boiler
Display Operating Procedure
200.5oF 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 1 Enter into “Machine On” programming mode.

Doses Setting
Select within30s 2 Press and hold the button to enter into programming mode.

3 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

4
Temp Cof. Boiler
94.6 oC Press the button or the button to change the value of the parameter.

5 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

NOTE: It is also possible to change the tempera-

ture of the coffee boiler using the “Quick Keys”. DANGER
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 “Machine ON” Programming
Description Temperature Pressure
Steam Boiler Temperature 247°F/119°C 1.0 bar
•T  his parameter is set at the factory at a
preset nominal temperature. 260°F/127°C 1.5 bar
• The temperature of saturated water is
proportional to the pressure inside the 272°F/133°C 2.0 bar
Steam Boiler Steam Boiler. Therefore it is possible to
Temp 134.0 °C regulate the pressure of the steam boiler CAUTION
by means of electronic temperature The saturation temperature of water will vary
control. Please use the following tables with ambient atmospheric pressure.
as reference when setting the steam Tables in this manual are created for atmospheric
boiler temperature. pressure at sea level. Slight adjustment in temperature
• The maximum permitted value for the will be required for elevations other than sea level.
temperature setting is 134°C.
Display Operating Procedure
200.5°F 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 1 Enter into “Machine On” programming mode.

Doses Setting
Select within30s 2 Press the button to enter into programming mode

3 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

4
Steam Boiler
Temp 134.0 oC Press the button or the button to change tthe value of the flashing parameter.

When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

5 NOTE: It is also possible to change the temperature of the steam boiler using the “Quick Keys”. Please see
the section entitled “Quick Keys”

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Description
Pre-Infusion or Pre-Brewing is open during during the prebrewing
•T  his parameter allows the user to enable cycle. “OFF” is the amount of time
or disable the pre-brewing (also called (in seconds) that the brew valve is off
pre-infusion) function. during the prebrewing cycle. After
PreBrewing • When enabled the user is able to the pre-brewing cycle has completed,
DISABLED program buttons 1-4. Each button may the normal brew cycle continues until
have different programming. complete.
• Pre-brewing has two values to adjust for • This parameter is not available on MP
each button. “ON” time is the amount paddle versione where pre-infusion is
of time (in seconds) that the brew valve controlled manually by the paddle.

Display Operating Procedure

200.5oF 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 1 Enter into “Machine On” programming mode.

Doses Setting
Select within30s 2 Press the button to enter into programming mode.

3 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

PreBrewing
ENABLED 4 Press the button or the button to change the value of the parameter.

PreBrew ON sec
Espresso 0.6 5 When enabled, additional parameters are displayed, press the button
value.
or the button to change the

When finished press the button to continue to the next parameter. Repeat steps 6-7 for all 4 buttons.
PreBrew OFF sec
Espresso 0.1 6 A value of zero disables this feature on the corresponding button.
NOTE: It is also possible to enable and disable this parameter using the “Quick Keys”. Please see the section
titled “Quick Keys”
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Description
Service Phone
• This parameter is a feature that can be
used to store the telephone number for a
service company.
Service Phone • This telephone number will be displayed
(555)123-4567 when service is required.

Display Operating Procedure

200.5°F 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 1 Enter into “Machine On” programming mode.

Doses Setting
Select within30s 2 Press the button to enter into programming mode

3 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Service Phone
X 4 Press the button or the button to change tthe value of the flashing parameter.

5 Press the button to advance to the next character. Repeat step 5-6 to program remaining characters

6 When finished, press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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Description
Crono Function
•W  hen enabled, this parameter displays a •W
 hen enabled, the Crono Function is
timer that times each shot. continuously displayed.
• The timer is reset each time a button on The programmable name will not
Crono Function the keypad is pressed. be displayed when this parameter is
DISABLED enabled.

Display Operating Procedure

200.5oF 06:30
La Marzocco T:00 1 Enter into “Machine On” programming mode.

Doses Setting
Select within30s 2 Press the button to enter into programming mode.

3 Scroll through the displayed parameters using the button until the following display appears:

Crono Function
DISABLED 4 Press the button or the button to change the value between DISABLED or ENABLED.

5 When finished press the button to continue to the next parameter.

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