Direct Plumb Espresso Machine | Flojet Installation

Join Tim as he demonstrates how to setup a Flojet system on the LUCCA Direct Plumb A53 espresso machine, and any other direct plumb model espresso machine.
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[@cezarpenha8830]

That’s an outstanding advice! Thanks a lot. I’m getting a longer hose today to increase the water “reservoir” between the machine and the pump. Makes a whole “latte” a sense. Thanks again. By the way, I’m using the same water brand. Great taste so far.

[@BEBTV]

thanks a lot guyz !!

[@lisagonzalez3049]

Can you use the same pump connection for the machine and pitcher rinsed?

[@nnnnny]

I have a Lelit Bianca Dual Boiler. Does this work? What additional accessories do I need?

[@kzcb9630]

What flojet water system should be purchased for an espresso machine? Which do you reccomend 0.5 GMP 1.0 GMP?

[@orschiefer7364]

I'm using a flojet to drive my rotary pump driven machine using a DVA lt8 water softener and I have two questions ) *Should I or should I not turn the flojet off when ever I turn the machine off? I turn it off currently. *isn't the DVA lt8 water softener an "accumulator tank" as well as a water softener device? Tnx )

[@YoutuberJeremy]

can i use a flow jet and make . Y fitting to go to a) my espresso machine and B) my pitcher rinser??

[@johnbasbastv6052]

Hello can you use this with 2 grouphead espresso machine?

[@javajohnsroasting]

Would this be good for a small coffee trailer? Thinking this may be a great solution

[@phdbasketball]

Does a water bottle system need a filtration system? If so what order would it go in?

[@hassanalsebaa]

Is it necessary to have 3/8" tubing connected to the flojet and espresso machine?

[@ekopurnomo846]

Hai dear, What is size of tube you use?

[@nicolasfortin4216]

Could you name (model/brand) of the fitting 3/8 quick connect to threaded that you ship your machine with? Isn't the thread on the machine metal end is metric thread? Thx and cheers

[@rottiejakeluke]

Can the flowjet feed enough to go through a BWT filter system?

[@iazoz1]

Hey.. Dose the La spaziale s1 dream plumb type requires specific inlet pressure ? My question is can I just put the espresso machine hose inside the water bottle without Flojet ? And thank you foe your explanation..

[@clivecoffee]

Technically, you can. That said, the pump in the machine is built to operate with some line pressure, generally about 30psi. While the pump can operate without line pressure and work against gravity to pull the water up, it will cause extra strain on the pump. This additional wear will result in a shorter life span, though since rotary pumps are so resilient it'll still work just fine for years. That said, in our evaluation, it's worth the small investment in a Flojet to extend the life of your very expensive rotary pump. Treated well, a rotary pump can last decades. - Charles

[@iazoz1]

@@clivecoffee Last couple months I was searching for this answer and I didn't find clear answer till YOU replay. This replay explain everything I need. Thank you soooo much

[@mbrklqhtn]

@@clivecoffee Thanks that what i need to know,

[@tkevin849]

We have the similar product.and we are the manufacturer of them in china.can we talk more about it ？

[@jonathanrubio5837]

Do you have a link to where I can purchase one of the push to connect fittings shown at 3:35? Or do you sell them?

[@clivecoffee]

clivecoffee.com/products/3-8-push-connect-fitting

[@VanillaMooseCoffee]

Do you need a drain pipe for direct plumb espresso machines?

[@clivecoffee]

You don't need one, but most direct plumb machines have a drip tray drain that can be hooked up. Our recommendation: if you can have a hole within 6 or so inches of where the drip tray's drain is, go for it. If not, the horizontal distance will lead to clogging, so you're better off leaving the drip tray un-plummed and emptying it manually.

[@kindness96ify]

Is it necessary to have flojet with rotary pump machines?

[@clivecoffee]

Technically, rotary machines can pull water from an external reservoir over short distances. While it is possible, it results in extra wear on the rotary pump and potentially inconsistent brew pressure. If you ask any one of our techs they'll tell you it's well worth it to make the investment in a flojet to protect the much greater investment already made in the machine. Treated well, a rotary pump can last a lifetime. - Charles

[@moocino6836]

Hello @Clive Coffee How many drinks would a 5 gallon tank make? I am in the UK starting a mobile coffee cart business and interested to see what size tank I would require!

[@Dralbastaki]

will last u a montj

[@steveboom635]

There’s 128 oz in a gallon

[@brandons5396]

How often should Flojet pump be kicking in? I have mine setup with pressurized tank and usually it will toggle on every second shot or near the end of shot.

[@clivecoffee]

That sounds pretty normal to me.

[@brandons5396]

If the Flojet pump doesn’t run because it detects low water in 5 gal jug, will the espresso machine run dry one the water in the line is depleted? I have a pro 700 and I will be setting up a Flojet with pre mixed RPAVLIS water. Why do I not need accumulator tank? Will I have uneven pressure without one?

[@clivecoffee]

As a safety measure, the machine times out after a certain amount of time.

[@Stu_Louden]

I have a similar setup with my home machine; however, I noticed my flowjet pump pulses water through the machine and effects the espresso. I ended up adding an accumulator to smooth the flow. Is the pulse from the flowjet normal?

[@amandat.5610]

Which accumulator didi you buy, and did it alter the taste of the water? Thanks!

[@markusvonklopmann2104]

The Lelit Bianca has a float indicator. You think I can connect it to the flojet float indicator?

[@clivecoffee]

Yes, you can plumb the Lelit Bianca to a Flojet pump with a 3 or 5-gallon water drum.

[@markusvonklopmann2104]

@@clivecoffee Thanks for the response. I was talking about the float indiactor, the magnetic sensor, that indicates whether the tank is full or empty. My little "hack" idea was, that´ I connect the Jack-Plug from the lelit tank and attach it to the magnet sensor of the flojet wand... Then If the water drum is empty my Lelit says "empty tank" :D It's just an idea...

[@markusvonklopmann2104]

Another reason is that I am somewhat anxious about the pump running empty, because even if the flojet system shuts down when the drum is empty, the lelit will try to suck in water.... With my hack it wouldn't be possible to draw coffee with an empty drum.

[@clivecoffee]

@@markusvonklopmann2104 Interesting! Usually machines like that will have safety-features such as the machine "timing-out" after 60-90 seconds of the boiler not refilling, or won't allow you to pull any water from the group head and the machine will automatically start heating down. Sounds like you'd be good to stay on top of your water situation!

[@rubyvlogs3640]

Would I be able to use the flojet with a 3 group ?

[@clivecoffee]

We wouldn't recommend this as each flojet is mean to support one group and it would likely not draw enough water to the machine for 3 groups.

[@johnbasbastv6052]

@@clivecoffee how about for 2 group machine. Will it draw exact amount of water?

[@steveboom635]

Lol he just said it’s designed for one group

[@michaelbeidler469]

😄

[@oliverwhite30]

For the Love of God. Please say what JG fitting you used to connect the FloJet to the LUCCA. Is it 3/8 BPT or 3/8 NPT. List the part number is the video description. The video is good but gives no specific details.

[@nicolasfortin4216]

I beleive it's BPT... what did you end up buying. I'm in the process of installing an accumulator and want to strealmine all my fittings. a friend of mine did an adapter for me 12yr ago with regular brass fittings.

[@ivanrubalcava08]

Is it just me or do these Clive Coffee guys seem awefully robotic?

[@MrBahBZ]

Please don't say things like "using a proper tool like this" 0:52 Say the actual name of every piece of equipment and tool that you use in demonstrations and tutorials. That way, people can search for and pick up the items needed.

[@eldesaparecido4922]

Yawnnn

[@mtorres184]

I want to buy this for my espresso machine, how loud is the flojet? @clivecoffee