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Customer Reviews of Briel ES62AF L'Expresso Automatic Cadiz Espresso Machine
Customer Rating:  Summary: I don't get it Comment: I've had my machine for about 5 years now and I'm still getting great espresso. My Briel gets heavy use, but the only thing I've had to replace is the brew screen (and that was $5). My guess is some people don't know what they are doing. Here's a few pointers: 1. Don't leave the basket mounted after you brew. 2. Keep your steam wand clean. Clean it each time you use it! 3. After steaming milk, if you want to brew another batch, turn off the steam button and dispense some water until the temperature light turns off. It's important because if you don't do this, you'll get burnt espresso from your water being to hot. 4. Keep your machine clean. Run a few batches of vinegar/water every once in a while to get rid of any mineral build up. 5. Spend the money on a conical grinder. You won't get consistent espresso if you're using a $20 coffee grinder. The pump has a 25 year warranty (not that I've needed it). Spend some time on the Internet if you don't know what you're doing. Customer Rating:  Summary: Nice little machine, till it breaks and you need service. Comment: If I had written this review 6 months ago, I would have rated this machine 5 stars, I loved it! Made excellent Latte's and was easy to operate. But then it started dripping out of the steam value, the day I discovered a plastic seal completely melted off the machine. I got in touch with the service agency Electra-Craft Inc. However when my "repaired" machine came back 3 weeks later, it was covered in ice, as they hadn't drained it properly after testing. The cover was warped, the entire pump section had exploded with ice forcing the front plate completely off hanging on only by the wires. 3 weeks of calls,emails and promises of replacement only to be changed a day later. I received my broken machine back still with the top plate broken and the front somehow magically reattached - even though all the chrome and plastic screw mounts were completely cracked...the best part, now they claim it was never really broken just wet! Nice little machine until it breaks and you need service. Customer Rating: Summary: Work well, mostly with pods Comment: I agree with most of the reviews. In the beginning, the machine works well, but then starts leaking. Oftentimes, it is because of the way you grind the coffee. If ground too thin, it will leak. And if ground too coarse, nothing will happen. It can be very very messy at times. But it works very very well when I use pods. Illy or Lavazza pods work well, and the crema is still good. Definitely a decent purchase....but don't expect to keep it for ever. You'll want to upgrade. Then you can use the Briel Cadiz for the office with pods (avoid the mess!), and keep a better one for home. Customer Rating: Summary: 6 years and still brewing great espresso! Comment: I have owned this machine for 6 years and honestly, it has worked great for me. I have cleaned the filters three times so far and it continues to brew great espresso with a thick crema on top. I only use pods, so I get a great cup of coffee every time. We recently had a birthday party and I set the machine up for all of my italian relatives and they all raved about the coffee. They all asked me where I got the machine and I told them "Amazon.com" about 6 years ago. They could not believe that a six year old machine could still look good and perform as well. I have read all of the negative reviews and frankly, I am very surprised. In general, making espresso is about 50% the machine, 25% the coffee & water AND (most importantly) 25% the person brewing the coffee. If you have no idea what coffee to buy, how to set your machine for a nice strong cup of espresso or how to froth milk, buy yourself a tassimo or give it up and just go to starbucks! Customer Rating: Summary: not durable Comment: the product was not durable and had to be repaired 2 times in 18 months...1 time was not under warrenty. More Reviews A recent addition to the Briel line of "Maxi" machines, the Cadiz espresso machine offers a sleek, stainless steel look exterior with added features such as Briel's patented Auto Espresso Flow and a warming plate for pre-heating cups. The Cadiz is an impressive machine that makes it easy for anyone to create an authentic espresso, cappuccino or latte. Other features include: constant 15 bar pump pressure that produces a savory espresso with a perfect crema topping, an ESE adapted for use with ground coffee or single-serve coffee pods with filter holder and filter basket, a Turbo Jet frother that produces a dry steam, a patented Crema Master filter, an AquaStop No-Drip System that helps prevent dripping and a stainless steel boiler. More features: lights that indicate when it's ready for brewing and frothing, two thermostats that regulate the coffee cycle and steaming process, push button switches, a large, removable water reservoir system, a removable overflow tray for easy cleanup and a built-in coffee tamper and measuring spoon included. 
Choosing Appliance -> Dishwashers Look for models with adjustable baskets and flexible internal layouts for varying load requirements. For example, a tilting upper basket allows large 30cm diameter plates in the lower basket and extra flaps can be raised or lowered to cater for small items or large pans. Choosing Appliance -> Salad spinner While some may consider this a bit on the gadgety side, I think it is a must as dressings do not stick to water-logged salad greens. Briel ES62AF L'Expresso Automatic Cadiz Espresso Machine
Useful info -> Self-Cleaning Ovens Store measuring cups, mixing bowls and other items used together in the same place. Duplicate frequently used items like cutting boards, knives and dish towels in each work area. Keep two containers - one at the baking center, the other at the range - for wooden spoons, spatulas and other cooking basics. And try to store every item at its first point of use. Keep the saute pan near the range, and stow pasta pots near the sink. |
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