DISCONTINUED Lelit PL41EM Anna Espresso Machine

Lelit PL41EM Anna Home Espresso Machine

Overview:

Renowned as the ultimate home barista’s companion, the Lelit Anna effortlessly brings the art of espresso making to your fingertips. Designed with beginner baristas in mind, this exceptional machine ensures a delightful espresso experience right in the comfort of your own home. The steam wand is thoughtfully crafted, allowing you to effortlessly create velvety cappuccinos and lattes, while also delivering ample hot water for those who savor a classic Americano. Not only is the Lelit Anna a superb choice for home use, but it also finds its place harmoniously in compact office spaces. With its capacity to cater to a moderate number of daily espresso beverages, this machine is the ideal companion for those seeking convenience without compromising on taste. For those considering an accompanying grinder, we recommend exploring the Lelit PL044MM Fred, a perfect match for the Lelit PL41EM. Together, these two powerhouses create an unrivaled espresso experience that will elevate your coffee journey to new heights.

Single boiler, dual-purpose system

• Brass: The small 250 ml boiler helps keep a constant water temperature and facilitate the espresso coffee extraction.
• High wattage heating element: 1000 watt heating element for quicker reaction time when cold water enters the boiler.
• Very quick warm-up time: We clocked the warm-up time for this machine (this includes the grouphead and portafilter when locked in) to be ~10 minutes. This is mainly due to the high wattage of the heating element and small size brass boiler. We found this to be very convenient for morning warm-ups, especially when in a rush.
• Three-way solenoid valve: Allows immediate removal of the portafilter immediately after the espresso extraction (or when the pump switch in coffee mode is off).
• Pressure gauge – Displays in real time the pressure during coffee extraction. Only 9-10 bar is necessary to make espresso. This gauge will help perfect your espresso shot.

Controls

• Push-button: Oval chromed switches for power, coffee, and steam.
• Steam/water knob:  Located on the right of the espresso machine. It allows you to control the intensity of the steam or water output.

Steam/water wand

• Swivel: The wand comes with a plastic grip. This helps you move the steam wand and protects your fingers from burning.
• Multi-purpose: Used for both steam or hot water depending on the current mode.
• Short wait time: This is due to the small boiler and high wattage heating element.
• Frothing aid: The wand has this extra piece that injects extra air along with the steam. This helps in creating a more “frothy” texture. If the pinhole in the frothing aid is clogged, the frothing aid will make a super loud noise.

Construction

• Stainless steel body and frame: Polished to a mirror finish and rust-resistant.
• Water tank visibility: There is an opening on the left side of the machine. This allows you to see the water level. This is a lot easier than opening the top cover and peeking in.
• Water tray grate: The tray is plastic. The cover is stainless steel. Both are removable for easy cleaning.
• Power cord: The cord is completely detachable from the machine. This helps prevent damage if you are moving or long term storing the machine. It also fits nicely in the drip tray.

Accessories included

• Cup warmer: Passive heat from the boiler below helps warms up cups.
• Portafilters: Dual spout portafilter.
• Filter baskets: 1-cup filter basket which holds approximately 7 grams. 2-cup filter basket which holds approximately 14 grams. Pod filter basket for use with E.S.E. pods. 57 mm in diameter.
• Tamper: A cheap plastic tamper. Manufacturers will normally include a tamper like this to keep the overall selling price of the machine low. We recommend upgrading to a better tamper.
• Coffee scoop: A simple plastic scoop if you are using pre-ground coffee.