Programmable Function
This espresso machine offers a convenient choice
between the Manual Operation or the intelligent
Programmable Function that can be personalised
with the user’s favourite espresso setting.
Espresso Pressure Gauge
The espresso pressure gauge assists in obtaining
the most favourable extraction pressure, guiding the
user to create their ideal espresso. This is achieved
by measuring the pressure at which the water is
being forced through the ground coffee in the filter
holder.
Ideal Espresso – Optimum Zone
The gauge needle when positioned within the
recommended Optimum Zone during pouring
indicates that the espresso will be produced at the
ideal pressure. The brewed espresso should
have a generous layer of fine textured and evenly
coloured golden crèma.
Under Extracted Espresso
The gauge needle when positioned below the
Optimum Zone during pouring indicates that the
espresso will be produced with insufficient pressure
resulting in an ‘under extracted’ espresso. This
occurs when the water flow through the ground
coffee in the filter is too fast. As a result the optimal
flavour will not be extracted and the coffee will be
watery and lack thick créma on the top. Possible
other causes for under extraction are: coffee grind is
too coarse and/or insufficient coffee in filter and/or
under tamping.
Over Extracted Espresso
The gauge needle when positioned above the
Optimum Zone during pouring will indicate that
the espresso will be produced with too much
pressure resulting in an ‘over extracted’ espresso.
This occurs when the water flow through the
ground coffee in the filter is too slow. As a result
the coffee will be very dark and bitter, with a
mottled and uneven créma on top. Possible other
causes for over extraction are: ground coffee is too
fine and/or too much ground coffee in filter and/or
over tamping.
Hot Water Wand
The dedicated hot water wand is ideal for making
your favourite hot drinks. For convenient
use the wand has a commercial style 360° ball
joint.
Features of your SOLIS Espresso Master programable
