The X1 was Luca Trazzi’s first espresso coffee machine. Presented in 1995 and sold in twenty-eight countries, the magazine WIRED described its design as retro-futuristic. Sturdy and easy to use, the X1 makes beautiful coffee to go with its beautiful looks. The hot water dispenser for tea and the steam nozzle for heating milk to make cappuccinos are also very easy to use.
Features & Specification of the Francis Francis X1:
- 9-18 bar maximum output pressure pump.
- Large and unique temperature gauge indicates correct operating range.
- It heats fast and has a very good recovery time between steaming and brewing.
- Thermostats automatically control temperatures for brewing and steaming.
- Uses either loose ground coffee or ESE espresso PODs (via free adaptor).
- Removable 56 ounce/1.2 Litre (7 cup) water tank.
- Safety thermostat provides protection against over heating.
- Heated metal cup warmer with chrome railing. Keep your espresso cups warm to insure perfect tasting espresso that won't get cold as soon as it is placed in your cup.
- Accommodates cups sizes up to 3 1/2 inches high.
- Instant hot water dispensing for tea or other hot beverages.
- All metal housing made of heavy Stainless steel the machine has a nice solid feel to it.
- Large steam control knob.
- Heavy duty retro rocker type switches from left they control power, brewing, and steam functions with indicator lights next to them.
- Stainless steel steam pipe and frothing tip. Can remove tip for cleaning.
- Brass boiler & portafilter
- Made in Italy
- 1100 Watt Power
- Height 33cm - Width 26cm - Depth 25cm
- Watertank Capacity: 1.2 litres
In good working order, recently descalled. Converted to use ground coffee, but ESE espresso PODs can be used with supplied adaptor. Original temper has broken fitting, but still can be used if neded. It has Stainless steel temper which has some paint come off from handle. There is origina EU cable, but also UK plug included. There is some scratches, due to cups placement. Extra presurised 2 cup filter coffee basket. Please check pictures what is included.