Ascaso Steel UNO Professional PID Version 3 Brushed Stainless Espresso & Cappuccino Machine
Brushed stainless steel finished body over a black enamel painted steel frame.Water reservoir removable from the right SIDE of the machine.Nickel-plated brass boiler capacity: ~325cc.Brass boiler is located directly over the brass grouphead for superior temperature stability compared to boilers that are offset from the grouphead.Ergonomic-styled brass filter handle with plastic grip.Slide out drip tray made of plastic for easy cleaning (please note drip tray cover is part of machine). Front portion of pull out drip tray is in brushed stainless steel.Four selection switches: power on/off, espresso extracting, hot water, and coffee/steam mode.Vent in top rear of machine allow heat near water reservoir to escape.Blue lights (left to right) indicate power, heating (on when heating in coffee or steam mode), pump for hot water on, and steam mode (on when machine is in steam mode).Three-way solenoid valve allows the immediate removal of the filter handle when the espresso extraction is completed. The three way valve also allows the user to backflush the grouphead.Multi-directional steam wand allows the desired angle of the steam wand into the steaming pitcher (recommended size 20 oz or less) on counter or placement over drip tray.Passive cup warmer on top with side guard rails (top back rail was removed for the US market).