De'Longhi Magnifica Start Milk Ecam 223.61.GB Automatic Espresso Machine, 1.8l, 15 Bar, 5 types of drinks, 1450W, Black/greyThe De'Longhi Magnifica Start Milk automatic espresso machine brings you the authentic Italian coffee experience in the comfort of your own home. Prepare Espresso, 2xEspresso, Coffee or Latte Machiato from freshly ground beans or select hot water for teas and infusions using the recipes available with a simple touch. Thanks to the LatteCrema system you can enjoy the perfect mix of pleasure in a creamy Latte Machiato, with dense and velvety foam, always at the ideal temperature! The tactile and intuitive display has black and white tactile icons dedicated to each recipe. Stainless steel conical grinder The integrated grinding technology always ensures freshly ground beans. The stainless steel conical grinder offers durability, wear resistance and ensures uniformity of the coffee powder. For optimal precision, the grinder is calibrated with a laser. Depending on the type of coffee beans chosen, the grinding level can be adjusted for a perfect result. The capacity of the bean container is 250 g, and that of the water tank is 1.8 l. The espresso machine also offers the possibility of using pre-ground coffee. LatteCrema System - The Secret of Milk-Based Drinks The LatteCrema System technology mixes steam, air and milk in the right proportion, so as to always provide a creamy milk foam for your favorite milk-based coffee drinks. Smooth and creamy The LatteCrema System always prepares milk and creamy foam in the perfect proportion, for a smooth, tasty drink. Perfect temperature The LatteCrema System delights you every time with drinks at the ideal temperature... until the last drop Thanks to the LatteCrema System, the milk foam lasts a long time, and you enjoy it until the last drop! Modern design and intuitive display The easy-to-use touch screen control panel has black and white icons for a series of 3 coffee recipes prepared with a simple touch (Espresso, Coffee, Latte Machiato). The “x2” function allows the preparation of a double Espresso. The coffee intensity can be customized by adjusting the amount of ground coffee, selecting one of the 3 options. The temperature of the drink can also be adjusted according to your preferences: low, medium or high level. Varied recipe menu The espresso machine grinds the beans before preparing your favorite drink, thus preserving the entire aroma of the coffee. The espresso machine offers the possibility of preparing 2 Espressos at the same time, with a single grind. Enjoy a coffee with the same rich aroma and hazelnut-colored crema every time. The coffee dispenser can be adjusted and allows the use of cups and glasses up to 14 cm high. EspressoOrigin: ItalyPreset amount: 40 mlProgrammable amount: 20 – 180 mlExtraction: Pre-infusion, high pressureCrema: Compact, rich, hazelnut-coloredTaste: Intense (may vary depending on the coffee bean variety)Description: Authentic Italian recipe with rich and compact crema, served in a small cup. It is ideal that the cups are preheated before extraction so that the drink maintains its temperature. 2. CoffeeOrigin: Germany & Central EuropePreset amount: 180 mlProgrammable amount: 100 – 240 mlExtraction: No pre-infusion, high pressureCrema: A fine and thin layerTaste: Balanced and delicateDescription: The international version of Italian espresso: lighter, with a balanced taste and a thin layer of crema.3. Latte Machiato Origin: Italy Foam: Finest level, microbubbles Preparation order: Froth the milk and then prepare the espresso Taste: Balanced and delicate, 1/3 foam, 1/3 espresso, 1/3 hot milk Description: A single espresso with a portion of frothed milk, covered with a maximum level of creamy and dense foam. Cleaning and maintenance tips All De'Longhi automatic espresso machines have been designed to simplify cleaning and maintenance processes. The compact infuser is removable and easy to clean. Its sanitization is done under running water, without using detergents. In addition, the infuser does not require periodic greasing, which makes maintenance convenient and quick. The drip tray can be put in the dishwasher. The espresso machine goes through a self-cleaning cycle every time it is turned on or off. Descaling, performed whenever the espresso machine requires it, is essential. The espresso machine has an automatic descaling process and it is recommended to use only the De'Longhi EcoDecalk descaler. The EcoDecalk descaler is powerful, fast, environmentally friendly and contains only natural ingredients. For the descaling process, add 100 ml of EcoDecalk solution to the water tank, fill with cold, fresh water and follow the simple instructions indicated by the espresso machine. The De'Longhi water filter protects the espresso machine from the formation of limescale deposits and helps to remove impurities from the water, improving the taste of the coffee. Under normal conditions of use, it can be used for 2 months, then it is necessary to replace it with a new filter, thus reducing the frequency of descaling the espresso machine. The package includes the following accessories: 1. Milk carafe 2. Water filter 3. Pre-ground coffee measuring cup 4. Test strip to identify the water hardness