Slingshot S64 Instruction Manual
SLINGSHOT
PROFESSIONAL
COFFEE GRINDER
MODEL
S64-S75-C68
USER HANDBOOK
INDEX 2
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PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY FEATURES
APPLICATION AND USE OF THE GRINDER
DISPENSING THE COFFEE IN THE PORTAFILTER
ADJUSTING THE GRIND
ADJUSTABLE GRINDING SCALE
ADJUSTING THE DOSAGE
GRINDING TIME DELAY
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
SAFETY DEVICES
USING THE GRINDER
FUNCTION SELECTOR
AUTO MODE
ON DEMAND
BURRS LIFE
READY TO START
INITIAL SETUP
ADJUSTING THE FORK PORTAFILTER
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
SLINGSHOT TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION LTD
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prior written authorization.
The packing materials (carton, cellophane, staples, polystyrene, etc..) can cut, wound or create hazards if
used improperly or handled carelessly. Store such materials out of reach of children and irresponsible
persons.
Before connecting the machine, check that voltage and frequency values of the supply mains correspond
to the ratings indicated on the label featuring the grinder’s technical data.
This symbol on the appliance or package means that the appliance must not be considered as normal
household refuse but that it must instead be delivered to an appropriate collection centre for the recycling
of electric and electronic appliances.
It is essential to check the state of the supply cable and plug periodically.IN THE EVENT THE SUPPLY
CABLE OR PLUG ARE DAMAGED, CALL IN SKILLED TECHNICAL PERSONNEL TO REPLACE THEM,
THIS IS TO PREVENT ANY RISK.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product and to the manual.
Avoid use of multiple-plug adapters and extension cords or makeshift connections.
The Coffee Grinder must be installed only by authorized, qualified personnel.
Read this manual from cover to cover before using the appliance as it contains important instructions for
the safety, operation and maintenance of the appliance.
Look after this manual and keep it in a safe place.
IT IS COMPULSORY TO EARTH THE APPLIANCE
The company cannot be held liable for any damage to people or property resulting from failure to respect
the instructions concerning safety, installation and maintenance contained in this manual.
THE COFFEE BEANS HOPPER MUST BE PLACED ON THE APPLIANCE AND PROPERLY FIXED
WITH THE APPROPRIATE SCREW.
If the thermal breaker to protect the motor is triggered, do not attempt any other manoeuvre. Unplug the
machine from the power mains and make sure that any problems have been solved before switching the
machine on again.
PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY FEATURES
APPLICATION AND USE OF THE GRINDER
THIS COFFEE GRINDER HAS BEEN DESIGNED ONLY FOR PROFESSIONAL USE BY TRAINED
PERSONNEL AND NOT FOR HOUSEHOLD USE.
The user must be an adult. Do not allow children or incapable persons to use this coffee grinder. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
The grinder is intended to be used for commercial applications, for example in kitchens of restaurants,
canteens, hospitals and in commercial enterprises such as bakeries, but not for continuous mass production
of ground coffee.
This appliance is to be connected with flexible connections for equipotential bonding and connection to
services such as electricity supply, water supply, gas supply and steam supply such that the appliance can be
moved in the direction required for cleaning a distance not less than the dimension of the appliance in the
direction of movement plus 500 mm without the flexible connections becoming taut or being subject to strain.
This coffee grinder has been designed only for grinding roasted coffee beans.
Any other use is understood to be improper, and therefore hazardous.
OPERATING RANGE OF THE MOTOR 10s ON / 30s OFF point out an allowed duty cycle of 10 seconds
switched on and 30 seconds switched off.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage as a result of improper or incorrect use.
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MODEL
Volts (v)
Frequency (Hz)
Power (W)
Revolution per min. (rpm)
Burrs type/size
Noise level (Dba)
Weight (Kg)
220-240V
50-60Hz
380-460W
1215-1458
Flat 64mm
85
19.5Kg
220-240V
50-60Hz
450-570W
1215-1458
Flat 75 mm
87
23.5Kg
220-240V
50-60Hz
450-570W
450-540
Conical 68mm
87
23.5Kg
S64 S75 C68
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4
2
5
13
14
6
12
3
711
8
910
15
18
16
17
11a
4 Side Panels
9 Main Power Switch
1 Display Window - Hopper Lid
5 Digital Display
6 LED Light
2 Coffee Bean Hopper
7 Single Dosage Adjustment
8 Double Dosage Adjustment
3 Adjustable Scale
10 Function Selector
11 Fork Portafilter
17 Extractor Fan
13 Position Counter
12 Grinding Adjustment
14 Push Button
18 Adjustment Scale Knob
16 Coffee Hopper Screw Holder
15 Open-close Coffee Beans Hopper
11a Sliding gate
Height - 632mm
Width - 212mm
Depth - 440mm
General Description
Fig. A Fig. B
Fig. C
AUTO
MODE
ON
DEMAND
BURRS
LIFE
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INSTRUCTION FOR USE
(A)Using the Allen key provided loosen the two screws that hold the Fork (11)
ADJUSTING THE FORK PORTAFILTER
Before you start using the grinder, you will need to adjust the height of the
The Slingshot features a unique volumetric self-dosing chamber which is always on standby to provide the
professional barista with their next shot of espresso. To be able to perform at its optimum an initial setup is
required.
Fork-portafilter (11). Slingshot can accommodate any type and brand of portafilter thanks to its patented
spring-loaded support system.The height of the portafilter can vary from 36 to 48 mm, 54mm or 57-58 mm
basket diameter.
(C)Lift up the Fork (11) until the top of the portafilter is attached to the sliding gate (11a)
(B) Insert the coffee portafilter
IF YOU USE 58MM DIAMETER PORTAFILTER REMOVE THE RUBBER
INSERT (Fig. F) FROM THE ADAPTOR.
NOTE
To be able to deliver the correct coffee dose, the portafilter top edge must always
be in contact with the stainless steel sliding gate(11a). Once set in position, push
the portafilter towards the grinder until it stops then pull the portafilter back out
making sure that it moves smoothly.
Loosen screws that
holds the Fork
ADAPTOR
push up until top of
portafilter is attached
to the sliding gate then
tighten the screws
54mm 58mm
Fig. D
Fig. F
Fig. E
Rubber
Insert
INITIAL SETUP
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INSTRUCTION FOR USE
USING THE GRINDER
Before you start using the grinder,it is important to understand the information displayed:
Fig. F shows all the available information displayed , and the functionality of the press button.
slingshot GREEN
ready to dispense coffee
Beans Icon RED
Coffee beans hopper
empty
Burrs Icon RED flashing
Call technician
to replace burrs
slingshot RED
wait until grinding
is complete
Digital Timer
AUTO MODE: time since last grinding
ON DEMAND: grinding time
BURRS LIFE: time left in the burrs
when in AUTO MODE
swap between:
1-time since last grinding
2-time spent of ground coffee
inside the coffee chamber
3- time needed for last grinding
ON DEMAND : Start grinding
Press Button
NOTE
The Coffee Beans icon will only light up when coffee bean hopper is empty.
The Burrs Life icon will only light up when burrs need replacing.
Fill up coffee beans hopper with fresh coffee beans then press the top button.
To reset the Coffee Beans icon:
Only an authorised technician can reset the Burrs Life icon after replacing the old
burrs with new ones.
Fig. F
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If you press the top button once the display will show the total
resting time of the ground coffee in the coffee chamber (head
of the coffee).This information will help the Barista to
determine when the coffee is at its best.
Real Time Coffee Maturation
.
in AUTO MODE the display will show the time since last
grinding coffee in between the burrs (tail of the coffee).
INSTRUCTION FOR USE
FUNCTION SELECTOR
READY TO START
Slingshot feature a Function Selector (Fig. C) that allows the user to set the grinder in three different
modes: BURRS LIFE , ON DEMAND, AUTO MODE
Fig. C
AUTO
MODE
ON
DEMAND
BURRS
LIFE
BURRS LIFE
When the Function Selector (Fig. C) is set on BURRS LIVE the coffee grinder wont operate and the
digital display will show the number of grinding hours left before changing the burrs. When the display
will reach 3 grinding hours left , the burrs life icon in the screen (Fig. F) will start flashing, warning the
user to call the technician for changing the burrs.
The grinder will always grind for the next shot.
AUTO MODE
Use this function during the busy service.
ON DEMAND
Use this function during slow service or for calibration
purposes.
The grinder will grind only when you press the Push
Button (Fig.A 14)
3) Position the Function Selector to On Demand
4) Turn the ON/OFF switch on (9). It will light up and coffee grinder is now
1) Fill the Hopper with fresh coffee beans (max. capacity is approx. 1.2kg).
2) Open the Hopper Slide. (15)
when ON DEMAND, each time you press the button, the grinder will grind until the
coffee ground chamber is full (approximately 30gr of ground coffee)
To get familiar with the use of the grinder and to adjust (calibrate) the coffee
grind size (coarser or finer) and the dosage, we advise to select the On
Demand function.
NOTE
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INSTRUCTION FOR USE
DISPENSING THE COFFEE IN THE PORTAFILTER
Slingshot’s unique self dosing coffee chamber delivers the desired coffee dosage directly in the portafilter:
1) insert the portafilter in between the fork and the sliding gate
2)push the portafilter towards the grinder until stop
3) pull back the portafilter immediately
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2
3
Insert the Portafilter straight
in between the fork, then start
to push towards the grinder
Push the Portafilter gently until it
stops
Pull back the Portafilter. the
dosage has been delivered.
the Portafilter will stop
once it has reached the
dosage rods.
you must not to wait with
the Portafilter inserted all
the way, pull it back as
soon as it has completed
its travel.
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INSTRUCTION FOR USE
ADJUSTING THE GRIND
Please consider that the coffee ground chamber may hold up to 35 grams of coffee ground, after
changing the coffee grinding size it is necessary to dispense a minimum of 3 doses before the new
grinding setting can be used.
To adjust grinding fineness, it is necessary to use the knob (12 Fig. A), turning it clockwise for finer grinding
or counter-clockwise for a coarser grind.
Each complete turn the digital position counter (13 Fig A ) will increase/decrease by10.
To be able to recognise the single portafilter, the single coffee spout needs to
be positioned in the left at 90 degree angle in relation to the portafilter handle.
NOTE
In case the single spout is positioned on the right, unscrew completely the
rod B and insert in C
To be able to reset the grinding scale unlock the adjustment scale knob (18 Fig. B) and reset the scale
to the “0"
ADJUSTABLE GRINDING SCALE
Once the Head Barista has adjusted the Slingshot to the perfect espresso shot, the main grinding
scale (3 Fig.A) is reset to the Absolute Zero.This adjustable point of reference facilitates coffee
grinding calibration throughout the day.
ADJUSTING THE DOSAGE
To adjust for the double portafilter use the rod A
To adjust the coffee dosage delivered into the portafilter:
Turn clockwise (for more coffee) or counter-clockwise (for less
coffee) the metal rods located under the doser.
To adjust for the single portafilter use the rod B.
GRINDING TIME DELAY
When in AUTO MODE the grinder will start grinding for a new coffee dose as soon as you have
inserted the portafilter. It is possible to program a time delay for retarding the start of the grinding, this
will improve dosage consistency especially for the beginner. When in AUTO MODE press and hold the
top button until the display shows a single digit number (time delay in seconds) Press the button to
increase the time delay (from 0 seconds to a max of 5 seconds.) Once set to the desired time delay,
wait until display goes back to the normal Auto Mode.
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C
B
A
SAFETY DEVICES
Should the protection trip as a result of anomalous operation, such as the grinding blades jamming, the
appliance must be turned off using the on-off switch, UNPLUGGED FROM THE MAINS, AND SKILLED
TECHNICAL PERSONNEL CONTACTED. NEVER PERFORM ANY WORK ON THE APPLIANCE
WHILE IT IS ATTACHED TO THE MAINS TO AVOID THE RISK THAT MOTOR TURNS ON SUDDENLY.
Thermal Overload Protection
The appliance’s motor is protected against overheating resulting from overload by a thermal overload
protection which, when tripped, cuts off the power supply to the motor.
There is a system that protects against accidental contact with the rotating parts of the grinder consisting
of a micro-switch, situated under the body of the grinder that cuts the electricity to the motor if the coffee
hopper is not properly positioned in place.
The push button that controls this device is operated by the back screw (16 Fig. B) that holds the coffee
hopper. If the hopper is removed or not properly in place, the micro-switch prevents the grinder from
working.
When operating the appliance, beware of the moving mechanical parts’ in the area of the grinding blades
and of the ground coffee outlet.
Before removing the hopper from the grinding system, disconnect the power supply.
Avoid removing foreign bodies from the grinding system or hopper without first unplugging the appliance
from the mains.
In the event the appliance is not working properly or is faulty, contact skilled technical personnel, and do
not attempt to make repairs yourself.
Motor Safety Microswitch
This electrical appliance must be used in conformity with the rules in force governing safe operation.
The operator must be aware of the sharpness of the blades- burrs and care is needed when handling
cutting blades-burrs during cleaning
Before performing any work on the appliance, including cleaning and/or maintenance, disconnect it from
the power supply by unplugging. Turning off the grinder using its master switch does not assure the same
conditions of safety.
.
Take care, as the grinding blades may continue rotating for a short while even after the appliance is
switched off.
Warnings Regarding Safety
The user is not authorized to remove screws or any parts screwed onto the coffee grinder.
When the appliance is not in use, the appliance’s power supply must be disconnected using its main
switch.
If the appliance overheats as a result of the motor stopping, allow the appliance to cool down before
performing any repair work.
Do not let liquids of any kind come into contact with the internal or external parts of the appliance.
Never put ground coffee in the hopper intended only for coffee beans.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for bodily injury or damage to property if these regulations
are not complied with.
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