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SAFETY STANDARDS

Space necessary to installation, usage, and maintenance. (Fig.D)
- Place the machine on a flat, even surface. - The machine must be positioned in a safe place where it cannot be knocked over or cause injury. - Choose a position that is well-lit, hygienic and where a wall socket is easily accessible. - To prevent melting or damage to the casing, do not rest the machine on very hot surfaces or near open flames. - Place the coffee maker 10 cm away from walls and cooking tops. - Do not keep the machine at a temperature below 0C; frost may damage the machine. - The wall outlet must be reachable at all times. - Do not use the coffee maker outdoors.
Never let live parts come into contact with water: short-circuit hazard! The superheated steam and hot water can cause scalding! Never direct the steam or the hot water jet towards body parts! Touch the steam /hot water nozzle carefully: scalding hazard!

Intended Use

- This coffee maker is intended for household use only. - Do not make technical changes and use the appliance inappropriately: damage/injury hazard! - The coffee maker must only be used by adults who are in full control of their mental and physical capacities.

Cleaning (Fig.E)

- Before cleaning the coffee maker, switch the ON/OFF switch (7) to O; then, remove the plug from the wall outlet. - Wait for the machine to cool down. - Never immerse the appliance in water! Avoid splashes. - Never tamper with the machine inside parts.

Power Supply

- Connect the coffee maker to a suitable outlet only. - The voltage must match the one specified on the nameplate of the appliance.
Power Supply Cord (Fig.A)
- Never use the coffee maker if it has a faulty cord. - The defective cord must be replaced immediately. - An authorized service centre must replace the defective cords and plugs immediately. - Do not let the cord touch sharp edges, very hot objects and oily surfaces. - Do not carry or pull the coffee maker by the cord. - Do not pull the cable to remove the plug, and do not touch the plug with wet hands or feet. - Avoid letting the cord dangle from tables or raised surfaces.

Storing the Appliance

- When the appliance is not used regularly, switch OFF the appliance and remove the plug from the wall outlet. - Store it in a dry place, away from children. - Protect it from dust and dirt.

Repairing / Maintenance

- If the coffee maker falls and you see or suspect damages or malfunctions, immediately remove the plug from the wall. Never use faulty machines. - Repairs must be made by authorized service centres only. - If authorized service centres do not carry out maintenance work and/or repairs, the manufacturer is not liable for any damages.

Control panel

30 Espresso coffee selector button / Page up in programming mode Normal coffee selector button / Page down in programming mode Caffe lungo selector button / ESC in the programming mode Ground coffee selector button Hot water selector button Descaling selector button Programming button / OK in the programming mode LCD display Full tray warning light
Open the water tank cover (Fig.02) and remove the tank (Fig.03). Rinse and fill with fresh potable water (Fig.04); we recommend that you do not exceed the MAX level mark. Replace the water tank in its housing and reposition the cover on top. Always fill the tank (9) with fresh still water. Hot water and other liquids can damage the tank and/or the appliance. Do not operate the appliance without water: make sure that there is enough water inside the tank. Lift the cover (Fig.05) and fill the container with coffee beans (Fig.06). Use coffee beans only. Ground and instant coffee, as well as other items, will cause damage to the appliance. Set the cover back in place on the coffee container (1). Insert the plug into the outlet on the back of the coffee machine (Fig.07) after making sure that the on/off switch (7) is set on O. Insert the plug on the other end of the cord into a suitable wall outlet. The machine on/off switch is set on O (OFF); to turn the machine
ENGLISH on just press the button (Fig.08); the machine will begin to heat up and the display will show:

RINSING WARMING UP.

When the machine reaches the right temperature, it will carry out a rinse cycle. To load the circuit, direct the steam pipe (Fig.01-pos.14) over the drip tray, place a cup or other suitable receptacle below the steam nozzle and press the button (26); the following messages will be displayed in turn:
RINSING WARMING UP. HOT WATER WARMING UP.
The quality and the taste of your coffee depend both on the blend used and the grind. The appliance comes with a grind-adjusting knob (Fig.10). To use this feature, turn the graduated knob when the coffee grinder is working; the numbers displayed on the knob indicate the grind setting. The manufacturer sets the knob to an average grinding coarseness in the factory: if the ground coffee is too fine, turn the knob toward higher settings; if the ground coffee is too coarse, turn the knob toward lower settings. You will note the change only after dispensing three /four coffees. Use coffee beans for espresso coffee makers. Avoid using extremely fine or coarse grind settings (e.g. 1 and 16); if you find this is necessary, try using different coffee blends. Store the coffee in a cool and dry place, in an airtight container. You should change the grind setting if the coffee does not flow out in an optimal manner, or more specifically: The coffee flows out too fast = excessively coarse grind > turn the knob to lower settings; The coffee drips out slowly and/or not at all = excessively fine grind > turn the knob to higher settings.

Place 1 or 2 coffee cups under the coffee dispenser spouts; you can adjust the height of the dispenser by moving it up or down manually (Fig.12) until it suits your cups.
Making coffee with coffee beans
To dispense coffee press the coffee dispenser button (22, 23 or 24);
ENGLISH the display will indicate (for example)

1 SMALL COFFEE

To dispense coffee, press the coffee dispenser button (22, 23 or 24); the display will show (for example)
1 SMALL COFFEE PREGROUND COFFEE
Dispense 1 coffee, place a single cup beneath the coffee spouts and press the button (22, 23 or 24) only once; to dispense 2 coffees, place two cups beneath the coffee spouts and press the button (22, 23 or 24) twice; the display will show:

2 SMALL COFFEES

In this operating mode, the appliance automatically grinds and doses the right quantity of coffee; making two coffees requires two grinding and dosing cycles, which are automatically managed by the machine. Then the dispensing cycle starts. After undergoing a pre-brewing cycle, coffee will start to come out of the spout (Fig.01, pos.13). The coffee will stop flowing automatically when the preset level is reached (see section 7.3). You can interrupt the flow of coffee by pressing the button (Fig.01, pos.or 24).
The dispensing cycle will start. After undergoing a pre-brewing cycle, coffee will start to come out of the spout (13). The coffee will stop flowing automatically when the preset level is reached (see section 7.3). You can interrupt the flow of coffee by pressing the button (or 24). Subsequently the machine will automatically switch back to the normal operating mode (see section 7.1).
Adjusting the quantity of coffee per cup
The machine has been programmed to dispense 3 types of coffee: espresso coffee with button 22, normal coffee with button 23 and caffe lungo with button 24. To adapt the programmed settings to the size of your cups, place a cup beneath the coffee spouts (13), press the dispenser button corresponding to the kind of coffee you want (22, 23 or 24) and keep it pressed down; the display will show (for example):

1 COFFEE PROGR. QUANTITY

Making coffee with ground coffee
In this operating mode, you must use the scoop provided (Fig.01, pos.21) to measure out the ground coffee. Only use ground coffee suitable for espresso coffee makers in the doser (5); placing coffee beans, instant coffee and other materials inside the doser causes damage to the appliance. Keep fingers away from the ground coffee doser since there are moving parts. Use the scoop provided (21) to measure out the right quantity of ground coffee to place in the doser. Use only one full measuring scoop at a time; to make two coffees, you must go through the entire process twice. Pressthe button (25) to select the function; the display will show
SELECT PRODUCT PREGROUND COFFEE

Wait for the cup to fill to the desired level and release the button. Note: keep the button (23) or (24) pressed during the entire coffee dispensing process. In this way, the appliance is programmed to dispense the quantity of coffee you selected.

DISPENSING HOT WATER

Caution: splashing may occur at the start scalding hazard! The hot water nozzle and pipe can reach high temperatures: avoid touching directly with your hands. Before attempting to dispense hot water, make sure that the display shows.
Lift the cover of the ground coffee doser (Fig.13). Fill the scoop with one measure of coffee; discard any excess ground coffee. Fill the doser with the ground coffee (Fig.14) Close the cover of the ground coffee doser.
When the machine is ready to dispense coffee, carry out the following steps. Press the button (26); the following messages will be
ENGLISH displayed in turn:
SELECT PRODUCT READY FOR USE HOT WATER READY FOR USE
when you use the cappuccinatore.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Place a cup and/or receptacle beneath the hot water/steam pipe (Fig.15). Turn the knob anticlockwise as shown in Fig.15. Dispense the desired quantity of hot water; to stop the flow of hot water turn the knob clockwise. Press the button (26) again; the machine will switch back to the normal operating mode and the display will show:

10.1 Cappuccinatore

The cappuccinatore is a device that automatically froths milk, making it extremely easy to prepare classic Italianstyle cappuccino. To install the cappuccinatore, proceed as follows: Make sure that no other devices are fitted on the steam tube; you must remove any devices that have been installed. I.E. the Pannarello.
DISPENSING STEAM / PREPARING CAPPUCCINO
Steam can be used to froth the milk for cappuccinos and also to heat beverages.
Scalding hazard! Splashing may occur at the start scalding hazard! The hot water nozzle and pipe can reach high temperatures: avoid touching it directly with your hands. When the machine is ready to dispense coffee, direct the steam pipe (14) above the drip tray, open the hot water/steam knob (16) for a few instants to discharge any residual water from the steam pipe; soon only steam will issue from the nozzle. The display will show:

Close the knob (16). Place the intake tube in a suitable receptacle or directly into a container of milk, placed next to the machine. Place a cup containing previously prepared coffee beneath the nozzle of the cappuccinatore. Open the knob (16); frothed milk will start issuing from the cappuccinatore. Move the pin on the cappuccinatore to regulate the thickness of the foam; by pushing it upward you will increase its volume.
Take off the cover, pin and intake tube. Clean all the parts of the cappuccinatore thoroughly with running drinking water. Reassemble the cappuccino maker. Insert the cappuccinatore back in the steam tube. Tighten the ring nut securely. Note: if the ring nut is not securely tightened, the cappuccinatore may slip out during use.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

General Cleaning Maintenance and cleaning should only be carried out when the appliance is cold and disconnected from the power supply. Do not immerse the appliance in water and do not wash the parts in
ENGLISH the dishwasher. Do not use abrasives or aggressive chemicals (solvents) for cleaning. Do not dry the machine and/or any of its parts using a microwave and/or conventional oven. We recommend that you clean the water tank and change the water daily. Clean the ground coffee doser daily. - Use the brush provided to clean the doser (Fig.18). To clean the appliance, use a soft cloth dampened with water (Fig.19). Clean the service area and the coffee dispenser. We recommend that you empty and clean the drip tray (12) and the coffee grounds drawer (10) daily; to carry out this operation you must open the front cover (Fig.20) and remove the drip tray (Fig.21); then you can empty and clean all the components. You can remove the coffee dispenser in order to clean it (Fig.24): - lower the dispensing unit nozzles - take the dispensing unit as shown in Fig. 24, and remove it from its housing - wash the whole unit with warm water. should be carried out every 3-4 months, either when you notice a reduced water flow or the following message is displayed:

DESCALING READY FOR USE

If you wish to carry this out at home, you can use a commercially available descaling product for coffee makers that is non-toxic and/or not harmful.

Caution! Never use vinegar. To descale the appliance proceed as follows: 1. Mix the descaling agent with water as directed on the package and fill the tank with the solution. 2. Switch on the machine by pressing the on/off switch (7). 3. Press the button (27) for at least 5 seconds to select the function; the following message will appear on the display:

DESCALING OPEN KNOB

11.1 The coffee dispenser
The coffee dispenser (17) must be cleaned each time you fill the coffee bean container or at least once a week. Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF switch (7) to the O position and remove the plug from the wall outlet. Open the service cover (15). Remove the drip tray (12) and the coffee grounds drawer. Remove the coffee dispenser, holding it by its handle and pressing the PUSH button (Fig.22) Make sure that the two steel filters are free from any coffee residues. The top filter can be removed by unscrewing the plastic pin anticlockwise using the key provided (Fig.23.). Wash the coffee dispenser only with hot water: do not use detergents. Then thoroughly wash and dry all its components. Refit the filter and carefully screw the plastic pin back on using the key provided. Clean the compartment inside the appliance. Holding it by its handle, insert the coffee dispenser into its housing until it snaps into place. Insert the coffee grounds drawer, the drip tray plate and the drip tray. Close the cover (15).
4. Direct the steam pipe (14) over the drip tray. 5. Place a receptacle of adequate capacity beneath the steam pipe and turn the hot water knob (16) anticlockwise. The machine will start an automatic descaling cycle including pauses preset by the manufacturer and automatically controlled by the machine. The display will show:

MACHINE IS DESCALING

6. At the end of the cycle, the flow of descaling solution will be stopped and the display will show:
DESCALING FINISHED CLOSE KNOB
7. Turn the hot water knob (16) clockwise to shut off flow. The display will show:
RINSE MACHINE FILL WATERTANK
8. Thoroughly rinse out the water tank and fill it with fresh drinking water.

RINSE MACHINE PRESS KEY

DESCALING
Scale forms during normal use of the appliance; a descaling treatment
9. Place a receptacle of adequate capacity beneath the steam pipe and press the button (27).

RINSE MACHINE OPEN KNOB

by pressing MENU/OK (28) when the machine is in a standby status. To select the desired function, press the button to move up one line or the button to move down on the display. To exit the programming mode press ESC
10 Turn the steam knob (16) anticlockwise to empty out the contents of the water tank

MACHINE IS RINSING

13.2 Choosing individual functions
11 When the machine rinse cycle is completed the display will show:
RINSING FINISHED CLOSE KNOB
Select the desired function by pressing or . Press MENU/OK to enable the desired function; you can browse the selectable settings using the or button; to store a setting press MENU/OK. Note: by pressing ESC you can exit the programming mode at any time without saving the changes made; exiting without saving is possible only before you have pressed MENU/OK.
12 Close the tap, reload the circuit and let the machine heat up If you use a product other than the recommended one, you should follow the manufacturers directions on the package.
12.1 Interrupting the descaling cycle
If the descaling cycle is interrupted by switching the machine OFF, it will automatically resume when the machine is switched back ON. The descaling cycle can be interrupted by turning the steam knob (16) clockwise and then pressing the button (27). The display will show:
DESCAL. INTERRUPTED EMPTY WATERTANK
13.3 Description of programmable functions

ENERGY SAVING

If the appliance is used little, it may be switched to the ENERGY SAVING mode. This function allows electricity costs to be reduced. However, it is recommended to switch the appliance off completely using the on/off switch (7) if it is not to be used for a prolonged period. It will take the machine just a few minutes to heat up when you switch it back on. In the programming mode press or to select the function:
Warning! After interrupting the cycle you must empty the water tank of the descaling solution and wash out the tank with fresh drinking water; the machine circuit must be cleansed by carrying out a rinse cycle. The display will show:
and enable it by pressing MENU/OK; the following message will appear:
in this mode the machine remains on but no components are active. To deactivate the ENERGY SAVING function, press MENU/OK.
Follow the directions for a normal rinse cycle provided in section 8 of the previous chapter.
RINSING 13 FUNCTION PROGRAMMING

The user can change some machine operating parameters according to personal needs. Immediately after heating up, the appliance automatically eliminates the water left standing in the internal circuit to ensure that only fresh water will be used to make coffee. The function is activated in the factory. To deactivate it, go to the programming mode and press or

13.1 MENU/OK command

In order to program functions you must access the programming mode

to select the function:

RINSING
ENGLISH Briefly dip (1 second) the test strip provided in water and shake it gently. After one minute you can read the test results on the strip. After accessing the programming mode press or to select the function:

WATER HARDNESS

and enable it by pressing MENU/OK. The following message will appear:

RINSING ON

Now press or to select

RINSING ON RINSING OFF

and enable it by pressing MENU/OK. The display will show:

WATER HARDNESS HARDN 3

and store the selection by pressing MENU/OK. We recommend selecting:
Check the test strip previously immersed in water to see how many squares have changed colour. Press or to select the correct water hardness (e.g. 2 squares = Hardness 2) and memorise it by pressing MENU/OK. Caution: descale the appliance when the max water hardness level is reached. The display will show the message:

LANGUAGE

This function allows you to change the language of the display. You can choose among Italian, German, Portuguese, Spanish, English, French and Dutch. The appliance is normally set on the language of the country it is to be sold in. After accessing the programming mode, press or to select the function:

CUP HEATER PLATE

This function allows you to turn on the cup heater plate present in the machine cover.

CUP HEATER

and then enable it by pressingMENU/OK. The display will show:

LANGUAGE ENGLISH

In programming mode, select the function using the or button, and confirm using the MENU/OK button. It will thus appear the indication to choose whether you wish to select

CUP HEATER ON

Press or to select the desired language and then press MENU/OK to memorise it.
The hardness of tap water may vary from region to region. For this reason, the appliance may be adjusted according to the degree of hardness of the water in the place it will be used in; hardness is measured on a scale of 1 to 4. The appliance is already programmed for an average value (hardness 3). The appliance setting should be adjusted according to the actual hardness of the water, which can be measured using the test strip provided.

or OFF

using the or button, and confirm your choice using the MENU/OK button.

TEMPERATURE

This function allows you to adjust the water temperature to obtain hotter or less hot coffee (Minimum, low, medium, high and maximum).
ENGLISH After accessing the programming mode press or to select the function:
After accessing the programming mode, press or to select the function:

PREGRINDING

then enable it by pressing MENU/OK. The display will show, for example:

TEMPERATURE MEDIUM

enable it by pressing MENU/OK. The display will show:

PREGRINDING OFF

Press or to select the desired temperature and memorise it by pressing MENU/OK.
Press or to select the desired setting and memorise it by pressing MENU/OK.

PRE-BREWING

In the pre-brewing process the coffee is slightly moistened before actual brewing. This brings out the full aroma of the coffee, which thus acquires a delicious flavour. Press or to select the function:

PREBREWING

TOTAL COFFEES
This function allows you to display how many coffees the appliance has made to date. After accessing the programming mode, press or to select the function:
then enable it by pressing MENU/OK. The display will show:

PREBREWING ON

enable it by pressing MENU/OK. The display will show, for example:

TOTAL COFFEES 86

by pressing or you can choose to deactivate the function

PREBREWING OFF

This coffee maker features a new function that allows you to save energy in case of long periods of quiescence. This function, which is factory set, automatically switches the machine from the

ON/OFF TIME

enable it by pressing MENU/OK. Press or to set the current hour and memorise it by pressing MENU/OK;

CLOCK TIME 1:18

and enable it by pressing MENU/OK. Select the hour when you want the machine to go on by pressing or and memorise by pressing MENU/OK.

ON/OFF TIME ON 7:30

Then press or to set the minutes and memorise the setting by pressing MENU/OK. The clock is set and the machine will go back to the previous menu. Note: keeping the buttons pressed down will allow you to go through the numbers quickly. Note: the clock setting is also maintained when the machine is off
then press or to set the minutes and memorise the setting by pressing MENU/OK. Select the hour when you want the machine to go off by pressing or and memorise by pressing MENU/OK;

ON/OFF TIME OFF

To start the wash cycle, press or to select the function:

9:30 RINSING CYCLE

then press or to set the minutes and memorise the setting by pressing MENU/OK. Warning: if the on/off time settings coincide, the machine will ignore both. After the times have been set, the clock must be activated in order for the function to work.
to enable the function press MENU/OK. Press MENU/OK again to start the wash cycle. When the wash cycle is completed, the following message will appear.

FILL WATERTANK

Activating the automatic on/off function
Note: activating this function makes sense only if you have already set the on/off times. Press or to select the function:
At this point fill the water tank. The machine will automatically switch to the normal operating mode and the following message will appear on the display:

CLOCK OFF

FACTORY SETTINGS
This function allows you to restore all the machine operating parameters originally set by the manufacturer. After accessing the programming mode, press or to select the function:
In this case pressing MENU/OK will deactivate the function. Choose to activate the function by pressing or and when

CLOCK ON

appears, memorise the setting by pressing MENU/OK. When you exit the programming mode, the machine will check the set parameters. If the current time falls within the set deactivation time, the display will indicate:
then enable it by pressing MENU/OK. The following indication will appear:

FACTORY SETTINGS NO

Choose whether you want to restore the factory settings by pressing or and press MENU/OK to confirm your selection. Caution: when you restore all the factory settings, you will lose any custom settings you have made on the machine.

Note: during the set deactivation period, the machine can be restarted at any time by pressing MENU/OK. Later, to deactivate the machine again, go into the programming mode by pressing MENU/OK and exit immediately by pressing ESC.

LEGAL INFORMATION

RINSING CYCLE
With this function, all the parts involved in the coffee dispensing process undergo a washing cycle with water. During the wash cycle it is recommended that a person be on hand to supervise the operation.
This instruction book contains the information you need in order to use and upkeep your appliance correctly. The information should be viewed as a guideline for using and upkeeping your coffee maker in safety. The information is not exhaustive. For additional information or for information on topics not covered or inadequately covered in this instruction book, please contact an authorized service centre or the manufacturer directly.
ENGLISH In addition, it should be noted that these instructions do not form part of a previous or existing agreement, legal contract or similar and that the information is not changed by any other document. All the manufacturers obligations and liabilities are based on the contract of sale, which also specifies all the warranty terms and conditions. The warranty terms and conditions are neither limited nor extended on the basis of this instruction book. This instruction book contains information protected by copyright. This instruction book may not be photocopied or translated into other languages without the explicit written consent of the manufacturer. be taken out for at least 5 seconds. If you empty out the drawer with the machine off, the coffee dispensing function will be disabled when you switch it back on.

BREWUNIT MISSING

Fit the coffee dispenser unit (17) properly in place.

DREGDRAWER MISSING

SCRAPPING
Fit the drip tray (12) and coffee grounds drawer (10) properly in place.
Make unusable any appliances no longer in use. Detach the plug from the wall outlet and cut the electric cord. Deliver scrapped appliances to a suitable waste disposal facility.

CLOSE DOOR

Close the front cover (15).

16 DISPLAY INDICATIONS

The display guides users and helps them to use the machine properly. Below is a description of alarm messages that disable the coffee dispenser and an explanation of what the user must do in order to use the machine properly.

GRINDER BLOCKED

BREWUNIT BLOCKED
Contact an authorized service centre.

Press MENU/OK (28).

Descale the machine (see Chap.12)
Fill the water tank (9) with fresh drinking water (Fig.03).

COFFEE BEANS EMPTY

Fill the coffee bean container with coffee beans and restart the coffee dispensing cycle.

DREGDRAWER FULL

Open the front cover (15), take out the coffee grounds drawer (10) and empty the grounds into a suitable container. Important note: the coffee grounds drawer may be emptied only when the machine is on. The drawer must

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Cause The appliance is not connected to the mains The cups are cold Troubleshooting Connect the appliance to the mains Heat the cups
P roblem The appliance does not switch ON The coffee is too cold No hot water or steam Coffee is dispensed slowly
T h e h o l e o f t h e s t e a m n o z z l e i s Clean the steam nozzle hole with a clogged pin. Coffee is too fine Change the coffee blend or adjust g r i n d i n g a s s p e c i f i e d i n Pa r. 5. Decrease the dose (Par. 6) Clean the coffee dispenser (Par. 11)

Dirty coffee dispenser

T h e c o f f e e h a s l i t t l e " c r e m a " The blend is not suitable or the coffee Change the coffee blend or adjust (cream - froth layer) is not freshly ground or is ground too g r i n d i n g a s d e sc r i b e d i n Pa r. 5. coarsely Increase the dose (Par. 6) The appliance takes too long to T h e c i r c u i t o f t h e a p p l i a n c e i s Descale the appliance heat up or a limited volume of water clogged by scaling comes out of the nozzle The coffee dispenser is jammed The coffee dispenser is not snapped Switch ON the appliance. Close the into its housing service cover. The coffee dispenser a uto ma ti ca l l y returns to i ts i ni ti a l position Coffee grounds drawer in place No coffee is dispensed Dirty coffee dispenser Large dose Remove the coffee grounds drawer before removing the coffee dispenser Clean the coffee dispenser Decrease the dose
Coffee is dispensed outside the T h e c o f f e e d i s p e n s e r i s n o t f i t t e d Refit the coffee dispenser dispenser correctly The coffee dispenser is clogged Coffee comes out too quickly Too little coffee inside the container Coarse coffee blend Small dose Clean the coffee dispenser and its spouts Fill the container with ground coffee (not instant coffee) Change the type of blend Increase the dose

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The Gaggia classic Espresso maker is probably one of the oldest units which are available and functions perfectly for a pure delicious cup of Espresso. This has a classy design combined with advanced technology and benefits of a commercial unit. Comes with a 72 oz water reservoir that is detachable, stainless steel body, brass port filters, 17.5 bar pump pressure, boiler with high voltage resistance, wand for frothing, dispenser for hot water, 1 and 2 shot stainless steel filter basket, tamper, group head for maintaining stable temperature and a measuring scoop. Priced at $ 399 it is an absolute value for the money invested.
Gaggia Titanium Super Automatic
There is some rejoicing news for coffee lovers worldwide. Here comes the Gaggia Titanium range of super automatic Espresso Cappuccino machines. It is like operating a barista from your kitchen. Go ahead and boast off to your guests about this premium model that can make the perfect Cappuccinos, Espressos, regular coffee, Caffee Lungo and many more drinks to satisfy the taste buds of your family members and guests. This 11.25" by 14.5" wonder machine is a compact option that can fit even on to small counter top kitchens. This technically highly advanced system also comes with an array of accessories as freebies like coffee scoop, brush for cleaning, Cappuccinatore (helps automatically form frothy milk from a container), strip for testing water hardness, wrench Best Espresso Machine for detaching and cleaning the filter and a detailer user manual. Espresso Automatic Coffee Espresso Automatic Espresso Machines Illy Best espresso makers for the home Inexpensive Espresso Machines
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