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Saeco Xelsis SS Digital ID One Touch Superautomatic Espresso Machine
Saecos new Xelsis SS One Touch Digital ID Superautomatic now offers an integrated fingerprint reader to make it simple to load you custom drink profile. The Xelsis is one of the best high-end superautomatics we have tested in its price range. The Xelsis is wrapped in polished stainless steel and has a simple elegant design that will fit nicely in a high-end home or work place setting. We really like its intuitive touch screen interface with 6 user profiles that can each have 6 custom beverages. The removable milk pitcher can be kept in the refrigerator between uses and we love that it automatically cleans itself after each use. And if you want to create your own microfoam it has a separate steaming/hot water wand (with no panarello) that has strong steam pressure--something we have not seen on other superautomatic models we have tested in this category.
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Pros
- One-Touch - The Xelsis has an excellent touch interface with 6 user profiles and true one-touch cappuccinos, lattes and other beverages using Saeco's new removable milk carafe. We really love the automatic cleaning cycle
- Stainless Steel Casing - Finally a Superautomatic that will make your other appliances jealous
- Alternate Steam Wand with Dedicated Bolier - Want to create some microfoam or like your latte extra hot? The Xelsis has an alternate steaming wand with more steaming power (and no panarello) than any other superautomatic we have tested
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Cons
- Large - The Xelsis is a bit taller than some other superautomatics. It may be important to check cupboard height clearances
- Milk Carafe Hot but not Extra Hot - In testing the automatic milk was good and hot as is typical of competitive one touch models like the Jura Z5/Z6 or Delonghi Gran Dama. If you are looking for an extra hot latte you can use the alternate steaming wand to get the milk as hot as you like. (Competitive models do not have this option)
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Features on the Saeco Xelsis
The Saeco Xelsis SS features 6 programmable user profiles with straightforward functionality and an animated color interface.
- Animated Color Touch Interface: Select from 6 user profiles, each with 6 programmable beverages. The wide easy to read screen allows for simple beverage selection and intuitive set-up.
- Digital ID - Fingerprint Reader: Simply touch the fingerprint at the top of the machine to load you custom drink profile...what could be easier?
- Removable Milk Frothing Carafe with Automatic Cleaning Cycle: External container automatically froths milk into your cup. The top portion of the handle swivels to the left to dispense steamed milk directly into your cup during the brew cycle. When the handle is swiveled back to the container it automatically rinses itself to keep the container clean and clear of any milk clogs.
- Alternate Steaming and Hot Water Wand: The Xelsis has a dedicated hot water and alternate steaming wand with dedicated 2nd boiler for strong steaming power. The stainless steel wand does not include a panarello and is perfect for creating your own micro-foam. Watch Gail and Kat use the Steaming Wand.
- Removable Water Tank: 54 oz. removable water tank includes Intenza water filter.
- Double Boiler System: The Xelsis SS has 2 stainless steel boilers that ensure there is always water at the right temperature for brewing, steaming, or dispensing hot water.
- Saeco Brewing System (SBS): Allows you to choose the strength and consistency of your coffee by turning a dial.
- Pre-ground Coffee Option: When you want to brew a quick batch of preground coffee, you can use the Xelsis' bipass doser located on the top of the machine.
- Aroma System: The Saeco Aroma System pre-wets your coffee grinds to ensure the best possible coffee extraction. This feature, also known as pre-infusion, can be turned off or on, or lengthened to suit your taste.
- Automatic Turn-on and Energy Save Functions: Your Saeco super automatic can be ready to brew right when you get up. You can also set it to shut down after a certain amount of time, so you never need to worry about wasting power.
- Protective Coffee Bean Hopper: The large coffee bean hopper has an airtight sealed lid with anti-UV coating keeps the bean fresh longer.
Care
For detailed care instructions, please refer to your machine's user manual. We recommend that you also incorporate the following into your cleaning routine:
- Descale every 2 - 3 months. We recommend using Dezcal. Read: How to Descale an Espresso Machine
- Soap out water tank and drip trays every few days
- Clean and rinse the milk pitcher in soapy water between fillings
- Remove the brew group and spray it down with hot water (no soap!) about once per week. Alternatively, the Xelsis can automatically clean the brew group using the included cleaning tablets (Cafiza Home).
- Wipe the brushed stainless casing with a damp rag or sponge. Casing can be cleaned periodically with stainless steel cleaner/polish.
Tech Specs
- Color: Polished Silver, Stainless Steel
- Power: 1500 Watts @120 Volts
- Size: 15" H x 11.25" W x 16.5" D
- Weight: 37.5 lbs
- Body Material: Stainless Steel
- Warranty: 2-year Parts and Labor
- Origin: Italy
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