| The
Gran Crema is a very attractive, high performance, traditional pump
espresso machine with an art-deco styling. It features a patented
pressurized brew filter that makes great espresso without requiring the
skills of an expert. The result is an excellent tasting espresso topped
with great crema. It
has a large, transparent water tank with a handle for easy removal. The
drip tray contains a water level indicator that shows when the tray
needs emptying.
The Gran Crema
uses a pressurized style portafilter that is both easy to use as well a
being very forgiving. Below
the filter basket is a small spring-loaded valve that remains closed
until the pressure builds. After
a few seconds the pressure is enough to push open the valve and release
the espresso. The high
pressure forces more flavor and aroma out of the coffee, making a fine
espresso with an excellent crema.
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| Heavy
Duty Pump System
High-performance
15 bar self priming pump system provides uniform and constant pump
pressure making a superior espresso with thick crema.
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Controls
and Temperature Lights
The
Gran Crema has three plastic rocker type switches with built in
indicator lights. These include a main power switch, pump switch, for
brewing, and a steam switch, which heats the boiler to a steaming
temperature. The Gran Crema also features an easy to use steam knob
located on the side of the machine.
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| Heavy
Duty Pressurized Filter Holder
It
uses Saeco's unique pressurized filter holder. During brewing the
coffee grounds are subjected to high pressures which force more
flavor, aroma, and the elements out of the coffee that make fine
espresso with excellent crema. The filter holder is extra heavy
and is made of stainless steel.
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| Two
Temperature Thermostats
Two
precision thermostats on the boiler closely regulate the temperatures
for brewing coffee and steaming milk
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| Removable
Water Tank
The
68 ounce reservoir is removable for easy cleaning and tap refilling
and it can also be refilled from the top at any time during operation.
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| Sturdy
Boiler Components
The Gran Crema contains a durable
stainless steel boiler and heating element. The steel resists
corrosion and ensures the longer life span of the machine. Frothing
milk is a snap due to its ability to make powerful hot dry steam.
It is recommended that the machine is decalcified every two to
three months to maintain the internal components.
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|
Heavu
Duty Contruction
The frame of the
Gran Crema is
made of durable metal and housed in sturdy ABS plastic.
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| Cup
Warming Plate
The Gran Crema offers a
heavy duty plastic cup warming surface
on top of the machine. Warm espresso cups are essential for great
tasting espresso because espresso is sipped making it important
to keep it hot as long as possible!
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| Removable
Drip & Cup Tray
The
drip tray and cup tray are made of heavy duty plastic and they
remove easily for cleaning
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| Safety
System
The
boiler heating element features a thermal fuse that provides burn-out
protection if the boiler is operated dry.
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| Stainless
Steel Filter Basket
The Gran Crema comes with two stainless steel filter
baskets and a pod adaptor. One for single
and one for double shots.
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| Includes:
A
measuring spoon, cleaning tablets, and instruction manual. |
| Made
In Italy |
| Size:
12"H
x 9.65"W x 9.8"D |
| Machine
Weight: 9 pounds |
| Power:
950 watts |
| Color:
Black and Dark Grey |
| Warranty: 12 month parts/labor |
