Profitec MOVE: Setup Guide

Congratulations on your new Profitec MOVE Espresso Machine! In this guide, you should find everything you need to set up and operate your dual-boiler espresso machine.

Please read through the entirety of the setup guide before following along. If you have any questions, contact our team at Clive Coffee. Additional information can be found in the Profitec MOVE User Manual

Profitec_MOVE_ProductMap Step 1: Inspect the box and the machine for damage

Remove the machine from the box and place it on a stable, level surface.

Before adding water and turning on the machine, inspect for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If you notice any damage, contact us immediately.
Save all packaging in case of returns and repairs.

Step 2: Water quality and filling the reservoir

Before introducing water to your machine, it's essential to test it to ensure it's adequately soft, around 50 ppm (parts per million). Use the included water test strips from your home barista starter kit to verify the hardness of your water. To learn more about our recommendations for water quality, check out our blog post, The Importance of Water and Your Espresso Machine. Do not use distilled or Zero water in your espresso machine, as the machine will not register that the reservoir has been filled.
Lift the 2-holed reservoir lid. Then, use both hands to remove the reservoir or fill it with water from the top. Fill the water tank with filtered, softened water and place the cup warming tray back on top of the machine.
Please note that you may have to fill the reservoir once more after the initial boiler fill phase.

Step 3: Turning on your machine and filling your boilers

Your machine is set for use on a 110v outlet. Prior to starting the machine, check if the steam and hot water valves are closed (both joysticks pointing outward toward you). Check to ensure the machine is off (the power button is not pressed inward) and the drip tray is inserted accurately.
Plug your machine directly into a grounded socket (do not use an extension cord) and turn it on by using the ON/OFF button on the front panel below the MOVE wordmark. The green LED light around the power button will illuminate.
Now, the boiler will begin filling. The display on the PID will show a fill message. Place a receptacle under the group head, press one of the shot buttons, and let the pump run for about 30 seconds or until water starts free-flowing from the group head. Press the shot button again to stop the water flow. Your brew boiler is now filled.
The Fill message will disappear from the PID, and your steam boiler will begin filling.
As soon as the steam boiler has finished filling, you will no longer hear any pump noise. Note: You may need to refill your water reservoir during or immediately after this process.
The Heating UP message will now appear on the PID. When heated up to the set temperature, the brew temperature is shown on the PID. The machine is ready to pull shots!
Place the portafilter into the group head to ensure maximum temperature stability.

Step 4: Rinsing the Machine

Rinse the machine with 2-3 water tank refills before preparing your first espresso.
Switch off the machine using the on/off button and drain water out of it using the hot water wand.
Refill the water tank and switch on the machine. Wait until the brew temperature is shown on the display.
Repeat this procedure three times.

Step 5: Fast Heat-up Mode and Pulling Your First Shots

If the function “Enable Fast Heating” is activated, the machine quickly heats up to approx. 120°C in order to heat up the brew group faster. When this temperature is reached, the flush icon appears on the display.

This icon indicates that a flush needs to be performed within 60 seconds in order to lower the boiler temperature to the normal set temperature.
Press one of the shot buttons. The duration in seconds is shown on the display.
After 10 seconds, the flush automatically finishes, and the “Ready Go” icon appears. The machine is ready to pull shots.

If the flush has not been performed within 60 seconds, the machine stops heating up and reduces the brew temperature. The “Flush” icon and the current brew temperature appear alternately on the display.

Step 6: Steaming milk

After about 11-13 minutes, the MOVE's steam boiler is pressurized and ready to steam milk and purge hot water.
To activate the steam wand, move the joystick down until it clicks into place.
You’re now ready to steam milk!

Additional Resources:

If you need help dialing in your equipment or pulling shots, check out the articles below or contact our team of coffee experts and technicians.