Tasimo machine

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Irish Mist

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Has anyone been able to run a Tasimo machine off their inverter ?
I can but not hot when it comes out... Definatly not a big deal compared to others issues but thought I would ask . On paper it should work but .. It doesn't ... I can make toast boil water .. Just no Tasimo
Thanks
Mark
 
Sometimes the amperage is just not there from the inverter for these machines but before blaming the boat I would take the machine home and see if it works there. I use a Cuisinart espresso maker and have no issues but others have had problems with Keurigs on their boats.
 
It works fine with generator ... Not a big deal by any means I was just curious.. I think it is definatly the amperage as it has to heat the water so fast
Thanks
 
Good Morning,
I too am a huge fan of the Tassimo system. I installed the inverter on my R25 Classic for the privelage of using my tassimo without having to start the Genset. After much reasearch with the Tassimo tech support and the inverter manufacturer people the end result was the timing circuits in the Tassimo could not deal with a "Modified Sine wave inverter" Replacing the inverter with a "pure sine wave inverter" will make it work.
The cost of the pure sine wave inverter was more than double of the Modified sine wave inverter. In the end i went with the less Complicated Keureg system and it works fine on the inverter. Of course i now cannot make an espresso or Latte since my Keureg does not do that. It has been an acceptable comprimise.

Rich
 
Rich,
I am curious. I assumed when on shore power the power went through the inverter as well so does that mean that the Tassimo would not work even when on shore power?
 
Thanks Rich for the research you did makes sense now... All works fine on shore power I toggle the switch to shore power so it bypasses the inverter.
Cheers
 
For Knotflying,
I don't think power goes thru the inverter on shore power it goes to it i think.
So on shore power as irish mist said in the next post it works fine.

Rich
 
Has anyone tried using an Nespresso machine (we have the Citiz and love it!) on board with the inverter? When I first plugged it in, nothing worked - it would not turn on. After verifying the outlet was working, I tried again, and this time it seemed to work OK. We used it all weekend, but was curious if any one else has tried - and had trouble?
I already sent a request to Nespresso to see if they know.....

Thanks,
Mac
 
I received the following response from Nespresso:

"I understand you have a Citiz that you would like to use on a boat.
We advise against this. We have no information to offer about inverters. I'm sorry for any inconvenience.
The machines sold for the US and Canada are 1260W, 120V, 60Hz, A.C. only and should only be used in a grounded power supply for a residence or business.
We cannot recommend using a machine on anything but a grounded power source in a residence or business because we cannot guarantee that the machine will function properly or safely.
In the event that a Nespresso machine used in a region with a different voltage, on a boat, plane, or vehicle the one-year warranty is immediately voided.
We cannot assist or troubleshoot machines that are installed on boats.
I'm sorry we are unable to assist you with this matter, Mr. Lamay.
Thank you for your email,
Casey
Nespresso North America


Any one else using an Nespresso on an inverter?

Mac
 
After a day on the water with Capt Mac, we thought we'd have a nice espresso. Yes, it's a Nespresso and no it didn't work. The switches lit up and made a SOS rhythmic blinking pattern but that was it. Also, you could hear the inverter making a wild clicking sound. It works fine on shore power. I'll have to try it again per Capt Mac's experience with the Citiz. But Nespresso's advice to not use it may be better for the machine.

Marc
 
I have a Nespresso Pixie, bought specifically for my 2013 R-29, after a lot of looking around at current draw. According to A friend who is a wiz at boat electrical systems, it should work fine, but it does not. It is rated at 1200 watts, well within the 2500 watt inverter specs. Shore power, no problem. On the inverter, lots of noise from the inverter and then it sort of starts and stops. It will end up with something like a short espresso shot, but that's it.

I tested this while at the dock. Unplugged the shore power, switched on the inverter and turned on the Pixie. Same results when running with the inverter going.

I would sure like suggestions for getting it to work correctly ( and by the way, Seattle Coffee Gear told me that they sell a lot of them to boat and RV owners!)...

Sue P
Spinner
 
I think the issue is the sine wave frequency you probably need a pure sine wave inverter, a very expensive experiment. I think because of all the computer info in the machine it needs very pure power.
 
I'm wondering if output voltage may be an issue.

The manual for the ProMariner series inverters lists output AC voltage as 115VAC +/- 10%.

Some of the mentioned appliances may not like running at lower voltages.

Also this blurb from the manual:
"Motors, such as refrigerator motor, pumps, fans etc will use more power from the
inverter due to the fact that a modified sine wave has a lower efficiency than that
of pure sine wave. Most motors will use about 20% more power."

One item that I use, primarily for charting power usage on recharging my plug-in hybrid vehicle from 120vac house outlet is a Kill-A-Watt meter:
http://www.p3international.com/products/p4400.html

A Kill-a-watt might be helpful in troubleshooting.

I've used a basic 4 cup coffee maker rated at 400 watts just fine on the inverter on our R27.

Good luck,
 
From what was posted previously I think it is more an electronic hand shake sort of thing that isn't happening between inverter and machines . The power is definatly there but new equipment has eletronics that are fussy ..
 
Nespresso machines don't work on anything but pure sine wave inverters. It's not the heating element, it's the micro controller that doesn't like a modified sine wave. I wonder if my Keurig will work, haven't tried that yet.
 
I was helping my buddy move his boat up the ICW and he introduced me to Italian stove top espresso makers. Maybe you are all familiar with this product but I wasn't.

Just take a fine grind coffee (I like it dark so I usually use French Roast or Mocha) load it up and put it on a stove top. A few minutes later.. espresso. I use the microwave to heat milk or almond milk. You could froth the milk for a cappuccino. I bought a hand grinder so I could just bring beans but that's still in the experimental stage.

They come in various sizes 3, 6, or 9 shots. I have a big one that I've brought to larger gatherings and most people think that it's a treat. Not particularly expensive but you might have to look around to find one. A helluva lot cheaper then a new sine wave inverter.

Jeff
 
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