DISCONTINUED Lelit PL41TEM Anna PID Espresso Machine

Lelit PL41TEM Anna PID Espresso Machine

Building upon the success of the PL41TQE, the Lelit PL41TEM Anna takes your espresso experience to the next level. With the inclusion of a brew pressure gauge and redesigned operational switches on the front panel, this espresso machine offers enhanced functionality and control. Utilizing a PID temperature program, the PL41TEM Anna ensures consistent and precise brewing, resulting in exceptional quality espresso. Indulge in the art of crafting your perfect cup, as the PL41TEM Anna empowers you to become your own skilled barista. Looking to upgrade your Single Boiler espresso machine? Take a look at the Lelit Elizabeth Dual Boiler.

• WARNING: This is a single boiler machine. Machines in this class do not fill the internal boiler from the reservoir automatically. Since the water level drops in the boiler during steaming, you need to replenish this to avoid damage to the heating element. The only way to do this is to run water through the steam wand with the hot water switch. This does not apply when extracting espresso.
• Use with pods: This machine is pod-capable. Please note though, shots from pods will never be as good as a pod-only machine. Also, pods will not be as good as fresh consistently ground coffee used on this machine.
• Similar Lelit models: Just to prevent any possible rumors, we are NOT clearing out any PL41 inventory for the PL51 model made by Lelit. We will not be carrying the PL51 machine as we do not like the cheaper switches placed on this machine, plus the fact that there is no three-way solenoid valve (suitable to have as this allows the user to immediately remove the portafilter right after turning off the coffee switch).
• Maximum pump pressure: 15 bar (hint: a machine only needs 9 bar of brew pressure for espresso extraction. Anything higher is only a gimmick started by different manufacturers many years ago to attract sales. Since a few manufacturers do this, many have followed suit).
• PID fluctuation: Please note that during an espresso extraction, the incoming cold water will reduce the temperature in the PID display. This is normal. In steam mode, the temperature shown on the PID display will be higher than the programmed temperature.
• Steaming mode: While the machine is heating up for steam, some water may drip out of the grouphead. Please note this is normal.

General Espresso Machine Notes/Warnings:

• Upon first use (tank/reservoir models): On the initial start-up (or after a long period of non-use), it is important to make sure the pump is removing water from the tank. When the machine is powered on, you will hear the pump running. After 5 seconds, squeeze the in-line hose in the tank (usually the longest hose, has a particle filter attached). if you hear a different sound, this means the pump is working correctly. If not, immediately power down the machine and contact us. For more information, visit this page General Manual Pump Priming.
• Electrical: 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. Without 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. For more information, visit this page Power Protection.
• Water: To increase the useful life and not damage your espresso machine, please use softened water. Softened water is water without calcium and magnesium, but still has other minerals for espresso extraction. Do not use distilled, purified, or reverse osmosis water as these types of water create oxidation with the metals and cause the same damaging effects as limescale. For more information, visit this page Water Choice.
• Descaling: We do not recommend descaling unless there is an issue with the espresso machine. Too much descaling can eat away at the metals and gaskets inside an espresso machine. As a preventative measure, we recommend using softened water as explained in the bullet point above.
• Backflushing: This procedure of cleaning the grouphead will need to be performed from time to time. For more information, visit this page Espresso Machine Backflush – Why 50?