SOLD RETURNED AND REFURBISHED – Ascaso Bar 2 Group Espresso Machine – 110V, direct connect w/ vibration pumps

$2,999.00

Ascaso Bar 2 Group Espresso Machine

The Ascaso Bar 2 Group offers a great value with a great impression for the low volume, budget oriented cafe or a medium size office! This plumbed-in 2 grouphead espresso machine uses heavy duty, brass 58mm portafilters locked into two thermically-balanced heated groupheads that each have thermoblocks to offer good consistent heated water with each having its own vibration pump for the espresso. The single steam wand and single hot water spout are backed up by a large stainless steel boiler with its own vibration pump for refilling.

The unit fills an internal sealed reservoir that has a float device. This helps mitigate any water line pressure issues that could damage the pumps. We found this to be a very nice feature inside the right rear corner of the machine.

This espresso machine requires a 110 volt outlet with a dedicated 30 amp circuit breaker.

Features:

Thermoblock / Boiler system

Each grouphead on the Ascaso Bar 2 Group has it’s own thermoblock for making espresso. With a thermoblock, fresh is used every time in contrast to boilers that have water sitting. Thermal isn’t an issue since the internal pipes are over 30 inches long. The thermoblocks consist of aluminum and stainless steel. The stainless steel is the internal pipe that the water passes through. So no water actually touches aluminum. This also reduces any chance of limescale buildup.

The boiler in the back of the machine is used for hot water and steaming. It’s 4 liter size helps ensure lots of steaming capacity and water dispensing. The boiler is also made of stainless steel to help reduce limescale buildup.

Lighted work area

There is a switch in the front upper right panel. This turns on a row of lights on the sides of each grouphead. These lights will illuminate the drip tray area. It also helps give the Ascaso Bar 2 Group extra flare in a low lit cafe / restaurant.

Electronic controls

The controls are very simple. The power controls are on the front lower left panel. The large black knob activates the heating elements. Switching to position 1 only activates the thermoblocks. Switching to position 2 activates the thermoblocks and the boiler. Underneath the black knob are 2 push button power switches. The left switch turns on the left grouphead. The right switch turns on the right grouphead. In the front upper right is a rocker switch. This activates the lighting of the work area. On the upper front panel is your controls for coffee and steam. The row of S, L, XL buttons control the espresso for each grouphead. The S and L buttons are for electronic dosing. The XL button is for semi-automatic dosing. The knobs on the left and right control the steam wand and hot water wand respectively. Turn counterclockwise to activate and clockwise to deactivate.

Vibration pumps

Most large commercial espresso machines that hook up to a water line require the use of a rotary vane pump. The Ascaso Bar 2 Group is able to use 2 vibration pumps by way of a special water basin inside. The direct water feeds water into this small water basin that has an automatic shut off when full. Using vibration pumps help bring the cost down on future replacements.

Adjustable legs

The legs measure approximately 60 mm in diameter and are stainless steel. This helps ensure a very stable unit. The feet raise the unit about 2.5 inches off your counter. The feet are adjustable to increase the height of the unit approximately 1 more inch. Each foot is independent of each other so it can easily adjust to an uneven surface.

Steam / water wand

The steam wand is on the left of the machine. It’s multi-directional which allows you to steam to the side of the machine. There is a rubber grip on the wand to help prevent burning your fingers. The steam wand tip has 4 holes which helps froth milk faster.

The hot water is on the right side of the machine. It’s also multi-directional although most people leave it in place. The short stem allows for large containers to fit underneath up to 5.5 inches.

Drip tray

The tray is made of a high quality stainless steel. It has a drain hole so your espresso machine must have a drain line connected. The distance from the tray to the portafilter spout is 5 inches.

Cup warmer

The top surface of the machine is a passive cup warming tray. The 20″ x 18″ surface allows to fit alot of cups, plates, pitchers, or anything you will utilize.

Steam pressure gauge

The gauge is on the front right panel. Optimal steam pressure is anywhere between 1 and 1.5 bar.

Easy access

Getting access to the inside of the machine is very easy. The are 6 Philips head screws on the top you need to remove. This will allow you to remove the top panel.

Accessories included
  • Single spout (PM.125) and dual spout (PM.126) portafilter. Both measure 58 mm in diameter. These are the same portafilters used with the Ascaso Steel Professional models.
  • Extra 1-cup (I..534) & 2-cup (I..535) filter basket just in case you lose the original ones.
  • Double sided aluminum tamper (V.1916). One side measures 53 mm and other side measures 57 mm. For a complete tamp, we recommend upgrading to a 58 mm tamper.
  • 2 Plastic scoops (V..520) if you plan to use ground coffee.
  • Instruction manual available in 5 languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Korean.
  • This machine is NOT NSF nor ETL approved. Please check with your local health department before purchasing.

Warning:

On direct plumbed espresso machines, it is important to insure you have water (cold only) going to the espresso machine’s inlet water line before powering on. If there is no cold water going to the machine, you can damage the solenoid valve and 3 pumps on the machine – none of which will be covered under warranty.

Warm or hot water going through the inlet hose will damage the machine and will void the warranty.

Brand

Ascaso

Height (inches)

18, approximate

Width (inches)

22.5, approximate

Depth (inches)

21.5, approximate

Weight (pounds)

124

Wattage (watts)

3350

Voltage (volts)

110 – 120

Boiler capacity (liters)

4

Portafilter size (mm)

58

Country of manufacture

Barcelona, Spain

Approvals

CE

Espresso Machine Warning

  • ELECTRICAL WARNING: To avoid electrical damage to this espresso machine which is not considered a manufacturer's defect, please acquire and install a single-outlet surge suppressor rated at 1080 joules or higher. the lack of the recommended surge suppressor, the espresso machine can be damaged at the power switch, the electronics, the heating element, the pressurstat or the wiring inside.
  • WATER WARNING: To increase the useful life of and not damage your espresso machine, please use softened water. Softened water is water without calcium and without magnesium, but still has other minerals for espresso extraction. Do not use distilled water, purified water, nor reverse osmosis water as these types of water create oxidation with the metals and cause the same damaging effects as limescale.
  • DESCALING WARNING: We do not recommend descaling unless there is an issue with the espresso machine. The reason is that too much descaling can eat away at the metals and gaskets inside an espresso machine.

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      Hi, I need a heating element 2700w 110v for ascaso barista 2 gr and high limit multi pole
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      Q Hi, I need a heating element 2700w 110v for ascaso barista 2 gr and high limit multi pole answer now
      Asked by Alejandro on October 5, 2020 4:19 pm
      Answered by the admin

      Sorry for the delay. You will need to email us a picture of the element so we can see the flange needed.

    2. Can this use ground coffee also or just pods?
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      Q Can this use ground coffee also or just pods? answer now
      Asked by Gina on February 8, 2019 2:24 pm
      Answered by the admin

      Hi,

      The portafilters and baskets included are meant for use with ground coffee. If you want to use pods, you can swap the filter basket with SKU: V..524.  Depending on the pods you use, it may not work as well as the regular baskets.

    4. I understand I read the manual before I start to operate I turned on the water pump start filing the boiler I let that process for a few min then I put the knob in to the # 2 after 25 min start steam come out every where and the boiler gage still not moving I need some assistance the machine is not working now.
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      Q I understand I read the manual before I start to operate I turned on the water pump start filing ...... Read more answer now
      Asked by sategulum on August 10, 2018 6:31 am
      Answered by the admin

      Thank you for the follow up inquiry. We are glad we were able to go over the machine on the phone this morning. We hope you have a better understanding of how the machine works and you can now make great espresso in your shoppe!

    6. the new machine I purchase hooked the water line and electric I turned on for and wait for 45 min but the boiler pressure gauge not working
    7. 1 vote
      Q the new machine I purchase hooked the water line and electric I turned on for and wait for 45 mi...... Read more answer now
      Asked by sategulum on August 9, 2018 7:53 pm
      Answered by the admin

      Please note that all new machines of this model are tested with water only just before shipping.

      There are three power buttons. On the big switch, turn to stage 1 to fill the boiler. Stage 2 to heat the boiler.

      The two smaller switches below manage the power to heat each grouphead.