Ascaso Steel DUO Versatile OFFICE Espresso Machine - SDbbVbr

The newest Ascaso espresso machine to hit the United States earned its name of Ascaso Steel Duo Office from its reputation as a great office espresso machine. It's not just corporate America that appreciates the features and power of the double boiler machine, many coffee geeks have flocked to the Steel Duo for its features and low price point. The Ascaso Steel Duo has two pumps, one is always devoted to espresso extraction and the other to steam production. There is a dedicated boiler for espresso and a brass thermoblock for steaming. The differences between this machine and the Steel Duo Professional is that this machine includes a pod basket and has a slightly smaller coffee boiler.

Steaming Milk

• Hit the steaming button and watch the indicator light to know when the temperature has been reached for steaming.
• Before turning the steam nozzle, point the end of the steam wand into an empty container or point it towards the drip tray. This is to get rid of any water that might first come out when you turn on the steam wand.
• When dry steaming begins exiting the steam wand, you can turn it off. You are now ready to start steaming your milk.
• Do not fill your milk pitcher more than halfway full with cold milk
• Make sure the tip of the steam wand is fully submerged before you turn on the steam.
• After you begin steaming, you can raise the steam wand so that the tip is barely submerged. If the tip is submerged too much the milk will begin to squeal meaning it needs more aeration. If you bring the tip too far out you will hear a heavy chirping or sucking sound. This will result in big bubbles and a possible mess.
• You should aim for slight chirping up until the milk reaches room temperature. At that point you can submerge the tip of the wand to one side of the pitcher to create a swirling motion. Continue this until the steaming pitcher becomes too hot to the touch or a couple seconds after you have to take your hand off of the bottom or side (this should be around 140°).

Accessories:

• Portafilter with Double Spout.
• Single and Double filter basket.
• 57mm Aluminum Tamper (Machine actually takes a 58mm so we recommend purchasing a 58mm tamper in the options above)
• Pod Filter Basket
• 3-Hole steam Tip
• Coffee Scoop
• Instruction Manual and Quick Start Guide
• Ascaso Cleaner Packet

Product Care

• Plain water backflushing should be done at least once a week. To backflush, use the portafilter's backflush disc. Take out your single or double basket and securely place the blank insert into the portafilter. To perform a plain water backflush, place the portafilter into the group head. Then raise the brew lever all the way up for 15 seconds, and then lower it. Water will forcefully discharge out of the bottom of the group into the drip tray; this is normal. Repeat three to five times.
• Backflush with detergent like Cafiza (see options above) once every fifty extractions.
• Warranty: One-year parts and labor provided by US distributor. (Shipping costs excluded)

*Image is a representation. Actual product may vary based on model, size, and options selected.