The Ascaso Basic espresso and cappuccino machine fits in any décor and is the perfect size for the space challenged kitchen. It is compact, yet it performs like larger professional machines as demonstrated through excellent steaming ability and brewing results. Beyond its performance, the Ascaso Basic just looks cool and with two choices to choose from - black or white color will be right at home in any kitchen decor. The Ascaso Basic was designed as a lower-priced espresso machine that excels at making espresso drinks including lattes, mochas, cappuccino and all of your favorite coffee house drinks.

The BASIC features simple to use controls (power on/off, coffee, and steam), a powerful pump and a brass filtter holder with matching plastic handle, an efficient heating element for steaming milk and making hot water, special milk frothing aid on the steam wand, a removable water tank, a cup warming surface and a removable drip tray. All this in beautiful, compact, ABS plastic housing.

• Simple Brewing Features - The BASIC begins great coffee with the simple push of a button that starts the flow of espresso and continues until you have the desired amount of coffee. Durable buttons comprise the control panel and all the controls are logically arranged and simple to use. Two lights tell you when the machine is powered up (left blue light on) and when it is at the proper temperature for either brewing espresso or steaming milk (right blue light on).
• Quality Brewing Group - The grouphead (the component that accepts the coffee holder) is made of chrome plated brass. Designed after Ascaso's home espresso machines, the BASIC group head evenly distributes heat and reduces “hotspots” for more temperature consistent espresso. It has also been designed to evenly distribute water across the coffee grounds for a better extraction.
• Heavy Duty Coffee Holders and Filter Baskets - Keeping with the tradition of using only commercial grade components, the BASIC uses a heavy-duty chrome plated brass coffee holder, which features a rugged plastic handle. The same filter coffee holder is used for ground coffee or for espresso pods. Single shot and double shot 57 mm diameter stainless steel filter baskets are inserted into the coffee filter holder when using ground coffee. The larger size baskets allow you to use more ground coffee per serving for stronger espresso or cups of coffee. The included pod filter basket is strictly for E.S.E. compatible espresso pods, such as those sold on our web site.
• 2 Liter Water Tank - The water reservoir is removable from the right side and can be filled while operating the machine or taken out and filled at the faucet.
• 16 BAR Water Pump - The secret to a great espresso is a water pump that has the power to force water through the coffee grounds to extract the full flavor from the coffee. No worries here, you have more than enough pressure to extract the best of what your coffee has to offer. Please note that only 9 bar pressure is needed!
• Drip and Cup Tray, Plus Cup Heater - The BASIC has a polished stainless steel drip tray cover and a plastic removable drip pan just underneath, both easy to remove and clean. The plastic cup-warming surface on the top of the machine lets you keep your espresso cups warm so your freshly brewed espresso does not cool too quickly once it hits the cup.
• Brass Boiler - The brass boiler can get up to temperature quickly and stay there, with a fast recycling time.

Measurements: 9" Wx 12" H x 12" D
Water tank: 2 liters
Tamper size: 57mm
Weight: 16.5 lbs.
Voltage: 120V
Power: 1050 W

Espresso4Home Return Policy:
All Defects on Arrival/Damage claims must be reported within five (5) days of receipt/delivery. Customers should not use the equipment with coffee, must keep all original packaging, and on machines with any protective coating, the protective film must remain on. Espresso machines should be first tested with water only, and grinders should be run without beans. Satisfactory returns must include the original shipping label on original outer box. Failure to comply will result in denial of credit to your account. Satisfactory returns must include the original accessories, original packaging, and proper packing of loose articles to avoid damage.

Espresso4Home Cancellation Policy:
For orders that has a tracking number produced and/or shipped, an order can not be canceled. Refunds, less shipping costs and restocking fee, will only be provided if the customer refuses delivery and the item is returned in brand new condition in an unopened box. Espresso 4 Home, LLC reserves the right to determine the outcome of a refund, and shipping costs (both ways) will be deducted from any credit. For orders that have NOT shipped, a 3% cancellation fee for PrePay credit card customers is deducted from the credit.

One year parts and labor limited to manufacturer's defect and provided by 1st-line Equipment, LLC.