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VELASCA

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beverages variety
ESPRESSO
ESPRESSO LUNGO
HOT WATER
STEAM (to froth milk)
DESIGNED AND MADE IN ITALY
Guarantee of premium quality and a neverending passion for the art of espresso making.
CLASSIC PANNARELLO
The classic Pannarello is perfect for the ones who want to add a professional touch in an easy way. In a few seconds it is possible to create a dense and soft layer of milk froth to enrich tour coffee or hot water if you prefer a tea.
OPTIAROMA
This feature gives you the unique possibility to personalize the intensity and flavour of your espresso. Create a tailor-made result by choosing the quantity of ground coffee per cup among 5 selections.
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 10 options to customize your espresso, from the finest grind for a strong taste, to the coarsest for a lighter coffee.
GROUND COFFEE OPTION
In addition to the coffee beans option, an easy solution to brew more different ground coffee blends, even decaffeinated.
MEMO FUNCTION
Customize and memorize the length of the available beverages simply by keeping selected the button for a few seconds.
DIRECT ACCESS TO CONTAINERS
Your automatic espresso machine is easy to use thanks to the direct access to the water tank and the practical coffee pucks container.
REMOVABLE BREW GROUP
Easy cleaning and maintenance with the removable brew group that can be washed under the tap and re-inserted easily at its place. This permits a thorough cleaning of the machine and the best in cup result every time.
QUICK HEAT BOILER
The Quick Heat boiler ensures hot beverages from the first cup without the waiting. Its secret lies in its body made in light aluminum and stainless steel, which can reach hot temperatures fast.

Tech Info

Highlights
User interface
LCD + Buttons
Total Beverages Variety
Espresso, Espresso lungo, Hot water
Milk/Steam solution
Classic black plastic pannarello
Ceramic grinders
Adjustable grinder setting
✔ 10 selections
Optiaroma
✔ 5 selections
Adjustable Coffee Spouts
70 - 110 mm
Cup plate
Stainless steel
Beverages Variety
Espresso
✔ one-touch
Espresso lungo (caffè lungo)
✔ one-touch
Hot water
✔ one-touch
Steam
✔ one-touch
Beverages in-cup quality
Pump pressure
15 bar
Pre-Infusion
Ground coffee option
Adjustable coffee length
Adjustable coffee temperature
✔ (3 levels)
Gaggia adapting system
Ease of use
Capacity Water Tank
1,5 l
Capacity beans container
300 g
Capacity Coffee pucks container
10 Coffee pucks
Simultaneously brewing of 2 coffee cups
Removable components
Water tank (frontal), coffee pucks container (frontal), drip tray (frontal), brewing group (side), pannarello
Maintenance
Water filter compatibility
✔ Aquaclean (for US/Canada: Intenza+)
Rinsing cycle
✔ automatic
Descaling cycle
✔ automatic
Materials, Finishing and Dimensions
Product dimensions (l x h x d)
25,6 x 34 x 44 cm
Product weight
8,6 kg
Bodywork
Black ABS
Front
Black ABS
Drip tray
ABS + stainless steel
Energy Consumption
Boiler
✔ Stainless steel
Power Supply
230v 50Hz 1850W;120v 60Hz 1500W
Stand-by
< 1w
Accessories
Included Accessories
Grease tube, grinder adjustment key/measuring spoon, AquaClean
Overview
CLASSIC PANNARELLO
Unleash your inner barista and create a rich layer of milk froth with the must-have Pannarello
100% CERAMIC GRINDERS
To ensure silent functioning, high performance and the extraction of the best coffee aromas
OPTIAROMA
5 different levels to choose from, to personalize in an easy way the body of your espresso
CLASSIC PANNARELLO
Unleash your inner barista and create a rich layer of milk froth with the must-have Pannarello
100% CERAMIC GRINDERS
To ensure silent functioning, high performance and the extraction of the best coffee aromas
OPTIAROMA
5 different levels to choose from, to personalize in an easy way the body of your espresso
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INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET VELASCA
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET VELASCA
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET VELASCA
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INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET VELASCA
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INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET VELASCA
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INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET VELASCA
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INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET VELASCA
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INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET VELASCA
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F.A.Q.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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BEVERAGES MAKING
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
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WHERE TO BUY
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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.

BEVERAGES MAKING
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 10 available selections by pushing and turning the knob inside the beans container with the end of the measuring spoon, 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.

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 using 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 10 different settings, from 1 – the boldest (for light roasted coffees) to 10 – 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.

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.

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.

How can I memorize the quantity of coffee?

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

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.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
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.

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.

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.

Which water filter can I use?

The Gaggia Velasca range 230V is compatible with Aquaclean water filter, while 120V models are compatible with Brita/Mavea Intenza+. Both the water filters are designed to protect the machine against scale.

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.

WHERE TO BUY
Where can I buy a Gaggia full automatic espresso machine?

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

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