Ascaso Dream PID Espresso Machine
Overview
The Ascaso Dream PID offers a double dose of style and technology sure to please everyone in your household. Analog may have been the name of the game for the original Dream, but the PID is a smash cut combination of classic and contemporary in the same sleek casing. Internally, not much is left unchanged, including a switch to a classic 58mm portafilter size, the addition of an adjustable over pressure valve, thermoblock insulation, an analog pressure gauge, and an articulated no-burn steam wand. The Dream's new PID also packs in powerful programming like temperature and offset control, pre-infusion, power saving modes and single or double shot programming. The Dream PID glitzes up its design as well with water reservoir spotlights and water-resistant boxwood furniture at the steam knob and portafilter.
Features and Functionality
- PID Temperature Management - Program your PID controller to get just-right shots every time. This model even features offset programming, letting you calibrate temperature to account for drops in the system on the way to your glass.
- 58mm Group - The 58mm group and portafilter opens you up to a range of aftermarket accessories, including replacement gaskets and dispersion screens from the popular E61 format.
- Adjustable OPV - An externally-accessible screw lets you set the max pressure the pump will push through your group head. In addition to giving you an extra parameter to play with, this opens up the Dream PID to backflushing.
- Programming - Unlike the original, the Dream PID is packed with programming for power saving, pre-infusion, and shot length programming.
- Pressure Gauge - Another welcome change, the Dream PID has swapped its analog temperature gauge to monitor pressure instead.
- Accoutrements - Each Dream PID is packed with niceties like a steel tamper, multiple basket types, blind basket, and wood furniture.
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Tips and Tricks | When purging the system back down from steam temp to brew temp, we recommend removing the portafilter and running the last few seconds of your purge through the group to help cool it down. |
Specs
Manufacturer | Ascaso |
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Width | 10 inches |
Depth | 13.5 inches with portafilter |
Height | 11 inches |
Watts | 1090W |
Volts | 120V |
Programmability | PID, Pre-infusion, Shot Time |
Case Material | Aluminum |
Boiler Material | Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum |
Cup Clearance | 3 inches |
Reservoir Size | 48 ounces |
Solenoid Valve | Yes |
Cup Warmer | Yes |
Portafilter Size | 58mm |
Available Portafilters | E.S.E Pods, Pressurized and Non-Pressurized |
Warm Up: Brew Time | 3:41 |
Boiler Design | Thermoblock |
Pod Friendly | Yes - without adaptation |
Water Sources | Reservoir/Internal Tank |
Auto Shut Off | Yes |
Auto On | No |
Pre-Infusion/Aroma | Yes |
Material | Aluminum |
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Warranty Information for the Ascaso Dream Espresso Machine
What it Covers: Ascaso equipment
Length: 1 year parts and labor
Who Supports the Warranty: Seattle Coffee Gear
Warranty Contact Information: 866-372-4734 or email us at warranty@seattlecoffeegear.com
Notes: Read more about Seattle Coffee Gear's Warranty coverage.
Eligible for SCG Extended Warranty? No
Can SCG Repair? Yes, read more about our repair services
Warranty Information
- Wipe down the machine with a soft microfiber cloth.
- Brush out brew head after every use.
- Soap out drip tray and reservoir weekly.
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