Saturday, May 22, 2010

Jura-Capresso ENA5 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Centers


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Technical data

Color: Ristretto Black
  • Power output: 1450 watts
  • Pump or steam: Pump
  • Maximum pump pressure: 18 bars
  • Color: Ristretto Black
  • Water tank capacity: 4-5/8 cups
  • Manufacturer: Jura-Capresso
  • Country of manufacture: Switzerland
  • Built-in tamper: Yes
  • Built-in water filter: Yes
  • Coffeemaker attached: No
  • Removable water tank: Yes
  • Built-in grinder: Yes
  • Steam wand: Yes
  • Espresso pod adapter: No
  • Programmable brew amounts/cup sizes: Yes
  • Automatic: Yes
  • Height: 14 inches
  • Length: 9 inches
  • Depth: 17 inches
  • Weight: 20 lbs
  • Product: 2-year limited warranty

Jura-Capresso Cleaning Tablets for all Capresso and Jura-Capresso Automatic Coffee Centers, Pack of 6


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Designed for use with all Capresso and Jura-Capresso automatic coffee centers, this pack of six specially formulated cleaning tablets removes inner oil build-up. The machine's display will indicate when it's time to run a cleaning cycle (after every 200 cups of coffee), and it only requires one tablet each time. Simply drop a tablet into the bypass doser and run the cleaning cycle. Using the tablets as directed in the instruction manual and on the machine's display makes the 15-minute automated process foolproof. Regular cleanings with these cleaning tablets helps ensure great-tasting coffee drinks, cup after cup. 

Jura-Capresso 13421 ENA4 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center, Ristretto Black


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I lived in Switzerland for four years and while there my standards for coffee changed quite dramatically. Hence on my return to the US my first purchase was this machine. While I was living in Switzerland I went through two Nespresso machines which were a pain in the patootie to keep descaled and operational. Both were hosed by the time I left. I was impressed with the Jura machines owned by Swiss friends and neighbors. I have had this machine for 8 months now and have never regretted my decision to purchase it. It is smart enough to tell you when it needs cleaning and the instructions (unlike the Nespresso machinges I have owned) were very clear. Cleaning is automated and a snap to accomplish. Just initiate the program and it will be through by the time you finish doing the breakfast dishes. The one downside is that it is quite large so you will have to devote quite a bit of counter space to it and if you are big coffee drinkers you will also have to fill the rather small water reservoir quite often but other than that the machine is a dream and if you buy the right beans (hint: buy Lavazza beans here on Amazon on auto order - VERY economical) you will have lovely coffee moments. No need for 'bucks unless you want WiFi.