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Glossary of Espresso Machine parts
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TIPS FOR GREAT RESULTS Glossary of Espresso Machine parts Brew group The part of the Espresso Machine that holds all the working parts that allow you to brew your drink. There are two brew groups on your Espresso Machine. The first holds the On/Off Power button, the On indicator light, the Espresso button, the brew head, and the shower-screen. The portafilter attaches to this brew group. The second brew group holds the Hot Water button, the steam dial, and the frothing arm/nozzle. Brew head The round area that allows you to attach the portafilter when brewing espresso. Shower-screen and Shower-screen brush Water comes through the shower-screen at a precise speed in order to extact a perfect shot of espresso from the filter basket. The shower-screen brush allows you to gently clean the shower-screen between uses so that the water flow is not blocked. Portafilter The portafilter holds the filter basket filled with espresso grounds in place on the brew head, and has a long handle for ease of use. Filter baskets The small filter basket brews one (1-oz.) shot of espresso. The large filter basket brews 2 oz. of espresso. Tamper This tool is used to compress or "polish" your espresso grounds in the filter basket. Frothing arm and Frothing nozzle The frothing arm and nozzle allow you to make steamed milk for espresso drinks. The arm adjusts horizontally and vertically, allowing you to position the nozzle in a comfortable working position. The nozzle is designed to enhance frothing. Steam dial Precisely controls the pressure and volume of steam coming through the frothing nozzle. Frothing pitcher The 11 ounce stainless steel pitcher is shaped especially for frothing milk, and has a spout designed for latte art. Espresso temperature gauge This gauge reads the temperature of your espresso brewing boiler, which must be heated to the right temperature to extract a shot of espresso. Frother temperature gauge This gauge reads the temperature of your steam boiler, which must be heated to the right temperature to produce steam for frothing milk. Drip plate and Drip tray The drip plate sits inside the drip tray and catches any spilled espresso while the machine is in use. Cup rail The top of the Espresso Machine is a good place to warm your espresso cups before making espresso. The cup rail will keep cups from falling off the top while warming. 24