- Returnable (see policy)
- Factory New
- 1 Year Warranty
The HEXAGON espresso machine is called such... because of its extraordinary
shape from a top angle view. In fact, it looks like a stovetop espresso maker
from the early 1900's. The polished stainless steel is accented with shiny
bakelite handles and knobs while three rocker control switches regulate power
(top switch), hot water delivery (middle switch), and steam capability (bottom
switch). Another reason for this machine being such an eye catcher is the
massive size! This unit has a lot of gleaming stainless steel!
This dual-purpose (coffee and steam), single boiler is 700mL large, and is
designed exclusively for the espresso enthusiast! The large boiler provides
better temperature stability over smaller boilers, and it is smaller than larger
boilers (which deliver older, stale water). Did we mention that larger boilers
which are solely dedicated for espresso extraction tend to deliver stale water
which has been reheated too many times over? Yes, water that gets heated over
and over again tends to produce less desirable coffee. This is why single boiler
machines do not usually exceed 700 ML.
The lever action on the E61 grouphead allows control over pre-infusion. For
pre-infusion, the lever is positioned between the lower-to-mid level (which
opens the grouphead valve, but does not activate the pump), and the lever, when
positioned horizontally, activates a micro switch which powers the pump to force
water through the boiler and grouphead..
If you will be steaming milk often, we advise that you seek a heat exchange
machine as the HEXAGON takes a long time to get to steam mode (up to two
minutes). Unfortunately, this is the tradeoff for making better espresso than a
heat exchange machine.
The brew pressure gauge allows the operator to determine the water pressure
through the coffee grinds, and the pump pressure is changed by changing the
fineness of the coffee grind. Finer grinds will produce a higher pump pressure,
and coarser grinds will result in a lower brew pressure. Look at more details in
the list below....
- All stainless steel body throughout makes this a prize for many homes
that will have guests glean over! Polished front, side and rear!
- Full-sized commercial handles are used on the thermically-balanced
(a.k.a. Faema E61) grouphead for maximized temperature stability
- Large drip tray for easy removal and cleaning
- Rubber feet to maintain stability throughout use
- Brew pressure gauge on front panel indicates pump pressure (only when
pump is engaged)
- Ergonomically-designed steam knob on left side is utilized for steam and
hot water delivery
- Lever in up (forward horizontal) position engages pump to push water
through grouphead and coffee grinds
- Dual removable cover covers for refilling water reservoir
- Water reservoir capacity: 2 liters
- Water reservoir is easily removable for cleaning and refilling
- Spring-activated low water shut-off micro switch protects the machine
when the water reservoir is near empty
- Bi-directional steam wand with plastic safety grip has two-hole steam
tip that makes frothed milk in a snap!
- Three-way manual solenoid valve attached to bottom of grouphead allows
the quick removal of the portafilter handle once the espresso extraction is
terminated (lever in down position completely)
- Water level inside internal boiler maintained by operator running water
through steam wand or grouphead
- Heavy-duty, nickel-plated copper boiler is 0.7 liters
- High wattage 1,400 watt heating element for continuous espresso
extraction
- Grouphead is designed for ground coffee
- Dual thermostats regulate coffee and steam temperatures of the internal
boiler
- 52 watt vibration pump
- Accessories: One cup filter basket, two cup filter basket, one
portafilter handle with single spout, one portafilter handle with double
spout, one blind filter insert for back flushing, one measuring scoop, one
useless instruction manual, and one plastic tamper
- Body Finish: polished stainless steel
- Power: 1400 watts 110 volts 60 Hz
- Made in Italy
- Measurements: Height 19 1/2", Width 11 4/5", Depth w/o portafilter
handle 16 3/4"
Model #: HEXAGON-KIT
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