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  • Making the Bellezza Bellona the right fit for you

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    We added the Bellezza Bellona to our dual boiler line of espresso machines back in early 2023. It has attracted many potential customers with features such as its stainless steel, insulated boilers. The PID controls allows you to program preinfusion, ECO mode, and a built-in shot timer. The main feature is it’s external glass reservoir. This makes it easy to fill and monitor. The lid as also sealed to keep anything from crawling in.

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    The one thing that makes this machine stand out in a negative way is its height. Although the steam handle itself is a high quality part, it makes the total height of the machine ~19.25″. This eliminates itself from many kitchen countertops.

    We have brought this up with the manufacturer and asked for a shorter alternative. In the meantime, we dug into our extensive parts catalog to try to find a solution.

    It only takes 2 parts:

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    a knob
    (w/ an M10 hole)

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    Here is a knob we found
    (SKU V115K)

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    a screw
    (M10 size)

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    Here is screw we found
    (SKU V327K)

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    Installation is pretty easy:

     

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    Unscrew the current handle.

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    Install the screw about halfway.
    NOTE: Be careful as it can completely screw in and will be very difficult to unscrew out.

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    Install the knob.

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    Once you install, you will see that the knob stands just the below the top rails at 16.5″.

    You can find these parts in the Frequently Bought Together section on the Bellezza Bellona product page.

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  • Draining Boilers – ACS Vostok

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    Note: This process of emptying the boilers only needs to be done in rare cases such as:

    • If you need to ship your machine for repair, especially during cold months to reduce risk of the boilers/pipes from cracking
    • if there is a prolonged period of non-use of your machine

    Method #1 – this method requires some tools and removes virtually all the water from both boilers

    • Power off and unplug your machine. Allow it to cool as much as possible to avoid the risk of burns.
    • Unscrew the plate underneath the machine (photo 1) using a 3 mm hexagonal wrench. There are 6 screws total.
    • To empty the coffee boiler, insert the supplied PTFE tube (photo 2, top) and open the valve to let all the water out. If you are having difficulty, you can remove the back panel of the machine for easier access.
    • To empty the steam boiler, insert the supplied PTFE tube (photo 3, bottom), open the valve and let all the water out.
    • After finishing, close the valves and replace the cap under the base.

    Method #2 – this method doesn’t require any tools and removes most of the water from both boilers

    • Power on the machine and let it fully heat.
    • Remove the intake hose from the water tank.
    • Put a large cup underneath the grouphead.
    • Pull the lever down until steam comes from the grouphead and immediately power off the machine! (Please Note: you don’t want the machine operate without water in the boiler, but you cannot empty the coffee boiler with the machine off. So attentiveness and speed is important with this step)
    • Empty the cup and put it underneath the hot water wand (you may need a bigger cup).
    • Open up the hot water wand and keep open until as much water can be pushed out.

    If you have any questions, please contact us.

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  • Draining Boilers – ACS Vesuvius Evo Leva

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    Note: This process of emptying the boilers only needs to be done in rare cases such as:

    • If you need to ship your machine for repair, especially during cold months to reduce risk of the boilers/pipes from cracking
    • if there is a prolonged period of non-use of your machine

    Method #1 – this method requires some tools and removes virtually all the water from both boilers

    • Power off and unplug your machine. Allow it to cool as much as possible to avoid the risk of burns.
    • Unscrew the plate underneath the machine (photo 1) using a 3 mm hexagonal wrench. There are 6 screws total.
    • Photo 2 shows the valves where the included PTFE tubes must be inserted to empty the boilers The top one is the steam boiler and the bottom is the coffee boiler.
    • To empty the coffee boiler, insert the supplied PTFE tube (top of photo 3) and open the valve to let all the water out.
    • To empty the steam boiler, insert the supplied PTFE tube (bottom of photo 3), open the valve and let all the water out.
    • After finishing, close the valves and replace the cap under the base.

    Method #2 – this method doesn’t require any tools and removes most of the water from both boilers

    • Power on the machine and let it fully heat.
    • Remove the intake hose from the water tank.
    • Put a large cup underneath the grouphead.
    • Pull the lever down until steam comes from the grouphead and immediately power off the machine! (Please Note: you don’t want the machine operate without water in the boiler, but you cannot empty the coffee boiler with the machine off. So attentiveness and speed is important with this step)
    • Empty the cup and put underneath the hot water wand (you may need a bigger cup).
    • Open up the hot water wand and keep open until as much water can be pushed out.

    If you have any questions, please contact us.

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  • Draining Boilers – ACS Minima

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    Note: This process of emptying the boilers only needs to be done in rare cases such as:

    • If you need to ship your machine for repair, especially during cold months to reduce risk of the boilers/pipes from cracking
    • if there is a prolonged period of non-use of your machine

    Method #1 – this method requires some tools and removes virtually all the water from both boilers

    • Power off and unplug your machine. Allow it to cool as much as possible to avoid the risk of burns.
    • Unscrew the plate underneath the machine (photo 1) using a 2.5 mm hexagonal wrench. There are 3 screws total.
    • To empty the coffee boiler, insert the supplied PTFE tube (photo 2) and open the valve to let all the water out. If you are having difficulty, you can remove the back panel of the machine for easier access.
    • To empty the steam boiler, insert the supplied PTFE tube (photo 3), open the valve and let all the water out.
    • After finishing, close the valves and replace the cap under the base.

    Method #2 – this method doesn’t require any tools and removes most of the water from both boilers

    • Power on the machine and let it fully heat.
    • Remove the intake hose from the water tank.
    • Put a large cup underneath the grouphead.
    • Run the coffee switch until you see steam come from the grouphead and immediately power off the machine! (Please Note: you don’t want the machine to operate without water in the boiler, but you cannot empty the coffee boiler with the machine off. So attentiveness and speed is important with this step)
    • Empty the cup and put it underneath the hot water wand (you may need a bigger cup).
    • Open up the hot water wand and keep open until as much water can be pushed out.

    If you have any questions, please contact us.

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  • Technical Support – Bellezza Bellona Safety Reset

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    If your Bellezza Bellona overheats, it will trip the safety themostats.

    There are 2 thermostats, 1 on the coffee boiler and 1 on the steam boiler. You can see in the pictures below with a red circle. To reset them simply push the button on them. If they are hard to reach, you can use a screwdriver (as pictured) or even a pen.

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    If the problem persists, you will have to take it to a repair facility to troubleshoot the issue.

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