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ECM Synchronika: Fill Solenoid Cleaning

Tools Needed: adjustable wrench 1. Remove the side panels.

ECM Synchronika: Adjusting Motor Capacitor

We recommend unplugging the machine and letting it cool down completely before making this adjustment. Tools Needed: 2.5mm Allen Wrench / 3mm Allen Wrench(Pre-2020 machines use 2.5mm Allen screws, post-2020 machines use 3mm Allen screws.) Large...

ECM Synchronika: Adjusting Pump Pressure

Tools Needed: Flat bladed screwdriver Back flush blank 1. Remove the water tank from the machine as you will be tilting it to the side. 2. Tip the machine to the right; the pump is fully inside the machine and will need to be adjusted through an...

ECM Synchronika: Updated PID Settings

*NOTE: If you are installing the new updated PID you MUST also have the updated 2.5bar safety valve installed: Synchronika Safety Valve Update To enter the advanced PID settings mode on the PID of the Synchronika:1. Turn your machine off2. Hold...

ECM Synchronika: Adjusting the Brew Switch

Tools needed: 2.5mm Allen key Adjustable wrench 1. Remove the right side panel. Remove the top cup warming tray from the top of the machine, you will see a single allen screw on the right side of the machine. 2. Take the side panel off of the...

ECM Synchronika: Installing Updated PID

*NOTE: If you are installing the updated PID in the Synchronika you will also need to have the updated 2.5bar safety valve installed: Synchronika Updated Safety Valve Tools Needed: Adjustable Wrench 21mm Wrench 2.5mm + 3mm Allen Wrenches 1. Remove...

ECM Synchronika: Expansion Valve Adjustment and Seat Replacement (pre-2021 machines)

Before attempting this we recommend allowing the machine to fully cool off, unplugging it and removing its water source. Tools needed: 2.5mm allen wrench 1mm allen wrench Flathead screwdriver New Expansion Valve seat (if needed) First, remove the...

ECM Synchronika: Water Tank Connector

Water Tank Connector Instructions

ECM Synchronika: Gauge Replacement

Tools Needed: 2.5mm Allen key Adjustable wrench 1. Turn the machine off, unplug it and allow it to fully cool down. 2. Remove the panels of the Synchronika: ECM Synchronika Panel Removal Instructions 3. Remove the capillary tube from the back of...

ECM Synchronika: Inlet Valve Replacement

Tools Needed:- 3mm hex key or hex driver - Flat head screwdriver 1/4"-5/16" - #1 Phillips screwdriver - 10mm, 13mm, 14mm, 17mm open ended wrenches - Teflon plumber's tape 1. Remove the panels to access the inlet valve from the rear of the machine....

ECM Synchronika: Motor Removal

Tools Needed: - 3mm Allen key - 5mm Allen key - 13mm wrench - #2 Phillip's screwdriver 1. First, you'll need to remove all of the panels from the machine. 2. Locate the pump and motor assembly on the left side of the machine. 3. Using the 13mm...

ECM Synchronika: Drain Port Access

Tools Needed:- 3mm Allen wrench or hex driver- Replacement ECM/Profitec silicone tubing NOTE: The machine should be unplugged and cool to the touch before you begin. Remove the water reservoir or shut off the water supply to the machine.1. Start...

ECM Synchronika: Expansion Valve Replacement (post-2021 machines)

Tools Needed:- 10mm crescent wrench- 14mm crescent wrench- PTFE tape- Replacement expansion valveNOTE: The machine must be unplugged and cool to the touch before beginning.1. Start be removing the panels from the machine.2. Identify the expansion...