Ascaso Dream UP Espresso Machine - DUbbVdb

The Dream Up espresso and cappuccino machine is the newest update to Ascaso's consumer line. Its classic retro look is combined with Ascaso's build quality to provide a premium consumer machine. This series is extremely versatile because it can use either ground coffee or proportioned single serving espresso pods, also known or labeled as E.S.E.. The "Up" stands for updated and signifies the beginning of a new era of Dream machines. The new Up include new features such as a 3 way solenoid valve, an adjustable over-pressure valve, and an aluminum tamper.

Steaming Milk

• Flip the switch for steam mode and wait until the temperature light goes off (this means it is up to temperature).
• 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:

• Heavy-duty chrome plated brass portafilter - one portafilter with single filter basket and double filter basket as well as a pod basket for single dose ESE pods.
• 57mm aluminum tamper

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 to distributor excluded)

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

Notes: 1. manual will state that some accessories (i.e. pod handle) are included with the machine. This is a universal worldwide manual that encompasses all different configurations of this machine. 2. Polished Aluminum Models Only - A few customers have complained about stains on the aluminum sections of the body. These parts are very delicate to certain types of water. It's very important not to expose this machine to humidity. If spots appear, we recommend cleaning with alcohol or a high quality aluminum polish cleaner. 3. This machine can only use single dose E.S.E. (easy serving espresso) pods. Double pods and regular coffee pods will not fit in this machine.