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Ascaso Steel Uno 'Special Edition' Espresso Machine Brushed Stainless
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Overview
The Ascaso Steel Uno is an extraordinary home-model espresso machine. The stainless steel design, brass boiler, and commercial size portafilter help make this affordable machine one of the most well featured single boiler espresso machines available. This is the same machine as the Ascaso Steel Uno Professional except that it has a smaller brass boiler (~225cc) and a 57mm grouphead.
Highlighted Features
- Brushed stainless steel finished body over a black enamel painted steel frame.  
- Water reservoir removable from the right side of the machine rather than the top.  
- Brass boiler capacity: ~225mL.  
- Brass boiler is located directly over the brass grouphead for superior temperature stability.  
- Three-way solenoid valve allows the immediate removal of the portafilter when the espresso extraction is completed. The three way valve also allows the user to backflush the grouphead for regular cleaning.  
- The Steel Uno model comes with a single E.S.E. pod basket.  
Standard Features
- Brass portafilter handle with plastic grip  
- Temperature gauge  
- Slide out drip tray for easy cleaning  
- Three selection switches: power on/off, espresso extracting, and coffee/steam mode.  
- Swivel based steam wand allows easy rotation of steam wand over steaming pitcher.  
- Frothing aid attachment makes it easy to froth milk for cappuccinos. (It is not recommended to remove this attachment to steam milk as the wand will be too short.)  
- Passive cup warmer on top with guardrail.  
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
- Frothing Aid Attachment and Single Hole Steam Tip Attachment
- Pod filter basket
- Instruction Manual and Quick Start Guide
- Ascaso Cleaner Packet
Pros
- Perhaps the most affordable brass boiler espresso machine available.  
- Includes one single pod filter basket for E.S.E. (Easy Serving Espresso) pods.  
- Steam wand can double as a hot water spout if steam knob is turned when not in steam mode.  
Cons
- Small boiler isn't built to make multiple drinks. There is approximately 30-60 second wait time to go from coffee mode to steam mode (after depressing the steam switch)  
- The temperature gauge is known to be volatile  
- While the 3-Way Solenoid Valve does de-pressurize after pulling a shot, it does leave water on the espresso puck
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)
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer: | Ascaso |
| Model: | Steel Uno 'Special Edition' |
| Machine Type: | Semi-Auto |
| Boiler Type: | Single |
| PID: | No |
| Basket Size: | 57 mm |
| Coffee Boiler: | 225 mL |
| Steam Boiler: | N/A |
| Water Reservoir: | 2 L |
| Electrical: | 120 volts / 1200 Watts |
| Dimensions: | 10.5" W x 12.375" D x 14.25" H |
| Weight: | 36 lbs. |
| List Price: | $639 |
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Brand
Ascaso was established in 1962 in Barcelona with the goal of manufacturing components for espresso machines. Fifty years later, while still continuing their production of espresso machine parts, the company has turned the family business towards manufacturing their own range of coffee machines for both home and the office. Ascaso has been able to produce machines that offer premium features at a reasonable price to those just beginning their journey into the realm of high quality home espresso. The Ascaso Dream offers a stylish and budget friendly option while the Ascaso Steel series offers a modern stainless build with even more features, including the ability to steam and brew at the same time with the Steel Duo models. Ascaso's line of espresso grinders are offered in conical or flat burrs, in doser version or doserless, and in multiple colors.
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