Anima Class

THE SOUL OF THE ESPRESSO Find out now
GROUND COFFEE OPTION An easy solution to brew even more different coffee blends
PRE-BREWING Few seconds between the first shower of hot water and the brewing process to extract a full bouquet of coffee aromas
GAGGIA ADAPTING SYSTEM Innovative technology to make sure you always have the right quantity of ground coffee for your espresso
PROGRAMMABLE DISPENSING SYSTEM Customize the temperature, length and strength of all your favourite drinks
Anima Class

ANIMA CLASS

THE SOUL OF THE ESPRESSO

DESIGNED AND MADE IN ITALY
BEVERAGE SPECIALTIES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
MEMO FUNCTION
INTEGRATED MILK CARAFE
OPTIAROMA
AROMA LID
100% CERAMIC ADJUSTABLE GRINDERS
PRE-BREWING
GROUND COFFEE OPTION
MILK CIRCUIT QUICK CLEAN
AUTOMATIC CLEANING & GUIDED DESCALING

Tech Info

Anima Class

HIGHLIGHTS
BEVERAGES VARIETY
BEVERAGES IN CUP QUALITY
EASE OF USE
MAINTENANCE
MATERIALS, FINISHING AND DIMENSIONS
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
ACCESSORIES
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DESIGNED AND MADE IN ITALY

Guarantee of premium quality and a neverending passion for the art of espresso making.

BEVERAGE SPECIALTIES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

Anima Class delivers a perfect in-cup result in a few seconds and it never disappoints. Enjoy 5 coffee and milk-based drinks (of which 4 at one touch), from the traditional espresso to a foamy cappuccino, and personalize their length and strength. the machine brews also hot water to make your favorite infusion or tea.

MEMO FUNCTION

Customize and memorize the length of the available beverages simply by keeping selected the button for a few seconds.

INTEGRATED MILK CARAFE

Thanks to the fully integrated double chamber milk carafe, it is possible to prepare the foamiest cappuccinos in just one touch. The automatic cleaning cycle and the possibility to store it in the fridge make it hygienic and efficient.

OPTIAROMA

This feature gives you the unique possibility to personalize the intensity and flavour of your espresso, creating a tailor-made result by choosing the quantity of ground coffee per cup among 5 selections.

AROMA LID

The coffee beans container of Anima Class preserves the aroma in an even better way thanks to its special lid.

100% CERAMIC ADJUSTABLE GRINDERS

The resistant 100% ceramic grinders extract the purest essence from coffee beans, preventing overheating and burning. This material guarantees long-lasting performances, silence and the best in-cup result. Select among 5 options to customize your espresso, from the finest grind for a strong taste, to the coarsest for a lighter coffee.

PRE-BREWING

Unique body and taste for every espresso thanks to the pre-brewing function that implies few seconds of pause between the first shower of hot water and the actual brewing.

GROUND COFFEE OPTION

An easy solution if you would like to taste different ground coffee blends, even decaffeinated.

MILK CIRCUIT QUICK CLEAN

Right after preparing a milk based drink, this special system allows you to thorougly clean the milk circuit in a few seconds after every use, ensuring a perfect hygiene.

AUTOMATIC CLEANING & GUIDED DESCALING

The coffee circuit is automatically cleaned when you switch the machine on or off, ensuring a perfect aroma at every use. The machine alerts you when it is time to descale it and guides you step by step throught messages on the display.

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Tech Info

HIGHLIGHTS

User interface
LCD + BUTTONS
Type of graphic user interface
2 COLORS DISPLAY (PREMIUM WHITE) with more than 30 icons
Total beverages variety
ESPRESSO, ESPRESSO LUNGO, CAPPUCCINO, LATTE MACCHIATO, MILK FROTH, HOT WATER
Milk/steam solution
MILK CARAFE
Boiler
S/S boiler
Ceramic grinders
Optiaroma
✔ 5 SELECTIONS
Adjustable grinder setting
✔ 5 SELECTIONS
Adjustable coffee spouts
✔ 110 - 150 mm
Removable components
✔ water tank, BREW GROUP, drip tray, coffee pucks container

BEVERAGES VARIETY

Number of beverages
6 (4 one-touch)
Espresso
✔ one-touch
Espresso lungo / caffè lungo
✔ one-touch
Cappuccino
✔ one-touch
Latte macchiato
✔ one-touch
Milk froth
✔ "drinks MENU"
Hot water
✔ "drinks MENU"

BEVERAGES IN CUP QUALITY

Pump pressure
15 bar
Pre-Brewing
Ground coffee option
Adjustable grinder setting
✔ 5 SELECTIONS
Optiaroma
✔ 5 SELECTIONS
Adjustable coffee length
Adjustable milk length
Adjustable coffee temperature
✔ 3 levels
Gaggia adapting system
Quick heat boiler

EASE OF USE

Capacity water tank
1,8 l
Capacity milk carafe
0,5 l
Capacity beans container
250 g
Capacity coffee pucks container
15 coffee pucks
Simultaneously brewing of 2 coffee cups
Removable components
MILK CARAFE: frontal; WATER TANK: up; COFFEE PUCKS CONTAINER: frontal; DRIP TRAY: frontal; BREW GROUP: frontal

MAINTENANCE

Water filter compatibility
✔ Intenza+
Rinsing cycle
✔ AUTOMATIC
Milk circuit cleaning cycle
✔ AUTOMATIC (Quick Clean)
Descaling cycle
✔ AUTOMATIC

MATERIALS, FINISHING AND DIMENSIONS

Product dimensions (L x H x D)
22,1 x 34 x 43 cm
Product Weight
8,7 kg
Bodywork
BLACK ABS
Front
Spray painted DARK SILVER GLOSSY
Drip tray
ABS, STAINLESS STEEL

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

Boiler
STAINLESS STEEL boiler
Power supply
230V 50Hz 1500W 120V 60Hz 1850W
Energy consumption stand-by
< 1W

ACCESSORIES

Included accessories
Grease tube, grinder adjustment key/measuring spoon
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What is the difference between a superautomatic and a manual espresso machine?

If you prefer to obtain excellent results in a fast way, a superautomatic machine is what suits you the best. Equipped with a patented brew group, makes espresso, cappuccino and other hot beverages just by pressing a button, that can be customized as you prefer in a few easy steps. Moreover, the integrated 100% ceramic grinders let you have freshly ground coffee at every use and preserve all the aromas. While, if you like to relive the barista rituals at home, a manual machine is the right choice. Learning how to make an impeccable espresso requires care and practice, but it is definitely worth it.

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How can I prepare my favourite espresso?

The machine has default settings, but you can easily make your personal and customized espresso just by following these simple suggestions

1. Always select high quality blends. Blends with Arabica are characterized by a higher acidity and a more aromatic flavor, while blends with more Robusta have a stronger taste.
2. Be sure to turn the machine on a few minutes before using it, so it can properly warm up. This guaranteees a perfect extraction of all coffee aromas.
3. Use the Optiaroma function to set the quantity of ground coffee used. It is possible to select among 5 different settings: from light to strong. Press the button; the new setting will be saved with the first espresso brewing.
4. Set the length of your espresso via the MEMO function. For a traditional Italian espresso, set it to 30ml.
5. Activate the pre-brewing for an even more intense flavor. A first hot water shower moistens the ground coffee before the actual brewing, so to extract all coffee aromas.
6. Adjust the grind size among the 5 available selections by pushing and turning the knob inside the beans container with the key, only when the grinders are working. For a stronger taste or for light roasted beans, choose a finer grind, while for a lighter taste or dark roasted beans, select a coarser grind.

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How can I change the grinder settings?

It is possible to adjust the grinder settings by pushing and rotating the knob inside the coffee beans container with the grinder adjustment key (end of the measuring spoon), one notch at at time, and only when the machine is grinding. You can choose among 5 different settings, from 1 – the boldest (for light roasted coffees) to 5 – the lightest (for dark roasted beans). You will taste the difference after 2-3 brewings. For the 120V models, this adjustment must be done by following the same procedure but only when the grinders are NOT working.

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Do grinding, Optiaroma and pre-brewing affect the taste of coffee?

A correct grinding is fundamental to make the authentic Italian espresso: not too coarse or you’ll get a watery coffee and not too fine or coffee won’t come out. Moreover, different beans react best with different grind sizes. Optiaroma allows to regulate the amount of ground coffee used per cup, for a light or strong taste according to one’s preferences. Adding more coffee makes it harder for the water to go through, slowing down the extraction time and resulting in a stronger coffee. Pre-brewing affects the intensity, and could be set to have a stronger coffee. With this process, ground coffee are moistened with hot water for some seconds before the actual brewing, releasing a wider range of aromas.

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Which kind of milk can I use to get an impeccable froth?

We suggest to use whole cold milk (at circa 5° C / 41° F), with a protein content of at least 3% and a fat content of at least 3.5%. Proteins will incorporate air in the cream, while fats will make it dense and steady. Also semi-skimmed cow milk, some lactose-free milk and soy drink are proven to deliver a good result.

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How can I memorize the quantity of coffee and milk?

It is possible to customize and memorize the length of coffee and milk simply by pressing and holding the button for a few seconds until “MEMO” is displayed. The machine starts brewing. When the desired quantity has been reached, press the “OK” button. The length is memorized for next uses.

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Can I use mineral water?

Yes, you can use mineral still water or tap water. Avoid sparkling water as it can negatively affect the brewing process.

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Why does my espresso machine automatically start a rinsing cycle?

This automatic rinsing cycle – that happens when the machine is switched on or goes in stand-by mode – is necessary to keep the circuits always clean and to heat the coffee circuit to guarantee an extraordinary result from the first use.

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When do I have to descale my machine?

Scale is a normal consequence of using the machine, and it depends also on the quality of the water you use. It is necessary to descale the machine when the display alerts you to proceed. We suggest to follow the step-by-step procedure illustrated in the instruction booklet and to use only the GAGGIA descaler that is especially thought especially for our espresso machines.

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What descaler can I use?

To descale your Gaggia coffee machine use only the Gaggia decalcifier, a unique solution made to ensure excellent performances of the machine throughout time. Vinegar and any other descaling agents must be avoided. Never use descaling agents based on mineral acids such as sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid and sulfamic acid. These descaling agents may damage your coffee machine’s pipe and tube system.

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Which water filter can I use?

The Gaggia Anima range is compatible with Brita/Mavea Intenza+ water filter, especially designed to protect the machine against scale.

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Which components are removable and washable?

Drip tray, drip tray plate, coffee pucks container, water tank, pannarello, cappuccinatore, CappinCup and milk carafe are removable and should be washed under tap water, with a bit of dish soap, but no abrasive substances nor solvents. The removable brew group must be washed with no soaps. The drip tray plate can be washed also in the dishwasher.

The information on this page applies to the following models:
AAPP

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Where can I buy a Gaggia full automatic espresso machine?

You can find our official distributor for your Country in the contacts section: https://www.gaggia.com/worldwide-en.