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 The
Isomac Venus espresso/cappuccino machine fills the void between lower cost
espresso machines and the higher priced professional grade machines. This
means it is perfect for home and small office use. While there are a few
direct competitors priced a little lower than the Professionnal, this machine
stands out because of it slightly larger size and top to bottom stainless
steel construction. The Professionnal is a beautiful machine to say the least. The
polished housing, chrome cup railing on top, and the heavy-duty switches
and indicator lights make the fancy professional grade machines look over
their shoulder. But Isomac did not skimp on the inside of the machine
either. A look under the hood shows a large brass boiler, brass fittings,
stainless steel mesh protecting the water tubing, and top grade wiring and
electrical fittings. Now with a higher temperature steaming thermostat
which will provide greater steaming power.
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Polished
stainless-steel body
and frame for added durability
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Heavy Duty
Pump - The Venus uses a 52-watt vibratory pump that provides the exact
pressures needed to deliver perfect espresso. The lines from the pump,
to the boiler, and from the boiler to the group head are all commercial
grade items, with a big, beefy piece of cast brass helping to complete
the trip. Other machines may feel the need to advertise their BAR
rating; the Venus doesn't have to - it's a given the machine has the
power to spare.
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Chromed
brass group head and
10-ounce solid brass boiler
for added temperature stability
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12 to
14 pump pressure.
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Expansion
relief-valve allows excess pump pressure to be redirected to the water
reservoir
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Three (3) way
solenoid valve on the group head allows the filter handle to be removed
immediately after the espresso extraction
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The pressure
gauge on the front of the machine will monitor brewing pressures to
ensure you are getting the best espresso shot at 8-9 bar.
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The
Professional features
four solid toggle switches
with integrated indicator lights. The power switch is on the upper right
far corner of the control panel. The three switches on the left side of
the control panel: control the brewing, hot water, and steaming
functions of the machine.
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Three (3)
thermostats - coffee, steam, and safety
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Stainless-steel braided hose from pump to boiler for added durability -
other machines may only have Teflon hoses that are susceptible to
cracking over time
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Swivel-based
steam wand with two-hole, chrome-plated steam tip
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Stainless-steel drip tray and cover (very large and removable)
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Three (3)
liter water reservoir removable from top for easy refilling or easy
cleaning
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Accessories:
one (1) pro-style 58mm filter handle with dual spouts, a 1-cup filter
basket, a 2-cup filter basket, a plastic scoop, and a bakelite tamper
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Dimensions:
13" D x 10 1/4" W x 15 3/4" H
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Fabricated in
Italy
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Power: 1200
watts, 115 volts 60 Hz
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Weight: 27
lbs.
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2 year
Warranty
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