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