ECM Germany Technika IV Professional Commercial Espresso Machine - switchable direct connect / tank

This machine can switch between a tank and a direct water connection.

Based on our professional opinion, we chose to carry ECM Manufacture from Germany over Rocket Espresso for the following reasons: stronger frame, stainless steel boiler, superior placement of the gauges, greater value (get more for less money).

Compared to the ECM Germany Barista, the Technika has wider and refined body panels, upgraded portafilters, and joystick controls for the steam/hot water valves - all of which ultimately cost more to produce.

• Solid chrome plated ECM (Faema E61 style) brewing group with small lever action control to start and stop the espresso extraction. The switch that is engaged by the lever is of high quality, as well.
• The lever on the grouphead allows the operator to pre-infuse the coffee with water from the heat exchanger. Please note that true pre-infusion requires a direct water connection (not possible on this machine) whereby the water pressure from the water line creates the true pre-infusion.
• Professional lever valve technology on the steam and hot water valves increase ergonomics
• With the heat exchanger/thermosyphon system, only fresh water from the water tank is used for the espresso extraction. The water in the heat exchanger flows to and from the grouphead.
• Body made of polished stainless steel
• Compact construction with high-quality and thick walled STAINLESS STEEL boiler. The larger the boiler, the more steaming capacity the user has for entertaining and superior temperature stability over machines with smaller boilers. The end flanges are also made of stainless steel.
• High quality heating element produced with a stainless steel flange (part which connects to boiler).
• Boiler safety valve on top of boiler opens if the boiler goes into overpressure - usually due to calcification of the pressurstat pipe.
• Quiet rotary vane pump with internal adjustment screw.
• The best in class overpressure valve (OPV) to release excessive brew pressure.
• Magnetic float in water reservoir will power off heating element when water level is low.
• Full size Sirai pressurstat properly configured vertical and away from boiler top.
• Dual safety thermostats in case one fails during a potential overpressure situation.
• Dual gauges are offer greater visible at top and not hidden near bottom of front panel. There is one gauge for pump/extraction pressure, and one gauge for steam pressure.
• Portafilter holder made of solid brass and plastic handle with ability to hold 58mm type baskets.
• Removable drip tray and grate made of polished stainless steel.
• Multi-directional steam and hot water wands can be moved in multiple directions.
• Grips on wands to protect hands from heat while full size steam wand allows greater steam power over no-burn wands.
• The highest quality, Gicar name brand, electronic brain unit situated internally near bottom of unit away from heat refills water to the boiler after steam or hot water is dispensed.
• Low profile black feet allow lowest height capability.
• The espresso extraction, frothed milk, and hot water can be dispensed simultaneously.
• Accessories: Single spout 58mm portafilter with single cup filter basket, dual spout 58mm portafilter with double cup filter basket, plastic tamper, plastic measuring scoop, blind filter basket, backflush detergent, and instructional manual.
• Engineering design in Germany and assembled in Milan, Italy.

• Measurements: 15" H x 12.68" W x 18.58" D (38.1 cm H x 32.2 cm W x 47.2 cm D).
  Height with lid open: 19.5" (49.53 cm).
• Water line pressure should be regulated to be between 35 and 40 pounds for proper operation of this machine. Check with your local plumbing supply to advise on purchase so as to meet any local building codes. In addition, check with them about your local building code may require a backflow preventer (which does not allow boiler water to backflow into water supply).
  
• Weight: 51.81 pounds (23.5 kilograms).
• Power: 1200 watts, 115 volts, 60 hertz.
• Water tank capacity: 0.79 gallons (3 liters).
• Boiler capacity: 1.8 liters without heat exchanger / 1.945 liters with heat exchanger.

1. Printable manual can be found here.
2. There is no access to the expansion valve underneath the cup warmer.
3. Water tank lid is on a hinge. When opened it adds another 4.5" to the height.
4. Water connection at bottom of machine is in the back left corner ~4" from the rear and ~2.5 inches from the left side panel. The water connection elbow under the machine is 1/4" male thread. The included stainless steel braided hose, is 58" long and has the female fitting to connect to the water connection elbow. On the opposite end of the braided hose, there is a 3/8" female thread fitting. It is best to purchase the V319 coupling on our web site to attach to your water line, and then attach the braided hose to the V319 coupling. There is no drainage capability, nor parts included for this, of the drip tray.