Product Description De'Longhi ESAM4000B coffee machine, a super automatic coffee machine, can be used with coffee beans or coffee powder. De'Longhi ESAM4000B coffee machine, the latest quiet integrated coffee grinder with 14 grinding settings. Adjustable coffee amount, adjustable water amount, electronic temperature control, pre-brewing.
The latest patented temperature locking device: can make coffee at the ideal temperature at any time; the "cappuccino" system fuses steam, air and milk together to produce rich milk foam and prepare a delicious cup of coffee. Excellent cappuccino.
Adjustable coffee spout for cups of different heights; automatic power-off function; removable water tank (approx. 1.9 liters); adjustable steam injection; water level indicator; electric steam and coffee temperature Regulator; automatic cleaning and descaling programme; cup warming tray; removable drip tray.
1. What is the difference between a semi-automatic coffee machine and a fully automatic coffee machine? Semi-automatic coffee machines rely on manual operations to grind, press, load, brew, and remove residue manually. Its main features are: the machine has a simple structure and is easy to maintain. However, the requirements for operators are high and strict training is required to use this machine to make high-quality coffee, and it is not easy to maintain consistent coffee quality. In addition, the working efficiency of this kind of machine is relatively low. De'Longhi fully automatic coffee machine applies electronic technology to the coffee machine, realizing automatic control of the entire process of grinding, pressing, loading, brewing, and removing residues.
De'Longhi fully automatic coffee machines brew coffee according to the most scientific data and procedures, and are equipped with a complete protection system. They are convenient and reliable to use. You can get high-quality coffee with just the press of a button. Coffee that tastes better than traditional coffee machine products. The fully automatic coffee machines produced in Italy are of high quality. Fully automatic coffee machines are convenient, fast, consistent in quality and efficient, and operators do not require training.
2. What are the functions of De’Longhi fully automatic coffee machine? You may find that there is a long list of features on your machine. But if you are not an Espresso expert, it may only solve half of your problems. Knowing what each feature does allows you to know what is a necessity and what is a luxury.
First, we would like to list what are the standard functions of a fully automatic machine. All fully automatic machines can automatically grind beans and load coffee powder into the brewing assembly, where the coffee powder will be pressed and brewed. You can use the machine to select the cup size of coffee. The fully automatic coffee machine also provides hot water and steam. The water or steam for brewing coffee is achieved by using water in the water tank attached to the machine and heating it to the appropriate temperature through a small boiler.
What we will discuss below is what we consider "additional functions", such as some processes, settings or components that are available on some fully automatic machines and not on others.
Use a second coffee
This function is designed for users who like a little change. The bean bin of the fully automatic machine is filled with commonly used coffee beans. If you want to use other coffee beans (powder), the original beans must be taken out of the coffee bean bin. This is troublesome because it is difficult to remove all the coffee beans, and some of the coffee beans have already entered the grinder. With this function, you can grind the beans into powder and add them to the chamber specially designed for the second coffee. Usually the amount of powder used for a cup of Espresso is 6-9 grams. Most coffee machines with this function only allow 6-9 grams of coffee powder to be added to make a cup of Espresso. If you like Double Espresso, you must add 6-9 grams of coffee powder after finishing the cup. Make another cup. Some machines use non-detachable production components and can accept 5-16 grams of coffee powder, so your Double can be completed in one step. Keep in mind that the second coffee function only accepts coffee powder, not any coffee beans.
Single or dual heating systems
Fully automatic coffee machines typically take 43 seconds to heat from brewing temperature to steaming temperature, but having two heating systems virtually eliminates waiting time . Fully automatic general purpose thermal resistance plate heating unit. When heating from brewing temperature to steaming temperature, a small amount of water passes through the heating plate, so the conversion takes time. The dual heating system can use steam to brew milk foam while brewing coffee, and there is no need to fill the boiler to cool down (to brewing temperature) after using up the steam.
Digital display VS indicator light
If you don’t like flashing indicator lights, the digital display function is designed for you.
The digital display tells you what the machine is ready to do; what it is doing; or what it needs to do. Like the combination indicator light, the display will tell you when you are out of beans or need to add water. An indicator light may indicate more than one error message, and the digital display will tell you specific error messages. On some machines, a digital display will tell you the amount of coffee being made, provide options for program settings, and even display the total number of cups of coffee made since first use.
Program setting
Many fully automatic coffee machines have program setting functions, but the program setting functions and forms vary on different models. Here we list some of the commonly available program settings.
Amount control
Each fully automatic coffee machine can adjust the amount of coffee dispensed, but not all machines can be controlled by programs. With this feature, you can set each coffee button to dispense a certain amount of coffee. Some machines can also set the amount of hot water released.
Pre-ground function
This function can speed up your coffee making time. After making a cup of coffee, the grinder has started grinding the coffee powder for the next cup and filling it into the production component to wait for the next cup to be brewed. When you press the button to make your next cup, you don't have to wait for the grinding process, the coffee machine starts brewing immediately. The disadvantage of this function is that the ground coffee will lose its freshness if left for too long.
Pre-production function
When you enable this function, the coffee powder is first soaked with a small amount of water, and after waiting for about 1 second, the formal production begins. This feature allows for better extraction of ground coffee. The precast function also prevents uneven brewing. When using this function, you will find that after the grinding process is completed, a few drops of coffee drip out. After a slight pause, the coffee brewing begins.
Temperature control
Usually the outlet temperature for making Espresso is set at around 85°C. When it reaches your coffee cup, the temperature drops to about 74°C. Preheat your coffee cup (or espresso cup) to reduce cooling. But if you are still not satisfied, you can set the coffee temperature yourself. In most coffee machines, when the temperature is set to "high", the coffee outlet temperature is around 77°C. As you can see from the numbers above, Espresso is made at a much lower temperature than drip coffee. Drip coffee is usually made at a temperature in the range of 90°C to 96°C.
Adjustment of the amount of coffee beans used
The amount of coffee beans used in each production can be adjusted, allowing you to adjust the concentration of coffee according to different amounts of water and different tastes. For coffee machines with removable brewing components, the amount of beans brewed at one time can be adjusted between 6-9 grams. Non-removable production component coffee machine, the adjustment range is 5-16 grams depending on the machine. The high dosage allows you to make a cup of Double Espresso with just one click.
Removable and non-removable brewing components
The brewing component is the component that makes coffee. The advantage of removable production components is that you can remove them for inspection and cleaning. You can remove it very easily without any tools. The production components can be removed and rinsed frequently to clean coffee grounds and coffee oil. Machines with non-detachable production components no longer need manual cleaning. The machine will automatically flush when it is turned on and off.
Coffee cup preheating plate
Usually fully automatic coffee machines have a coffee cup preheating plate, but it is not a standard configuration. Serving coffee in a cold cup will inevitably damage the taste of the coffee, and a preheated cup will only make you more satisfied with your coffee. Most cup warmers are active and have independent heating systems. The passive preheating plate uses preheating during coffee making, so the effect is slower.
Grinder thickness adjustment
Most fully automatic coffee machines allow you to adjust the grinder. If your coffee tastes too weak or too strong (bitter), you can adjust the grinder settings. Grinding the beans finer can make the coffee stronger, but grinding the beans too fine will make the coffee bitter and may make the coffee flow slower. On the contrary, if the beans are ground coarser, the coffee will be lighter and lack the enjoyable feeling.
3. Classification and differences of coffee. The coffee we usually drink can be mainly divided into Italian coffee, French coffee and American coffee according to different production methods. Italian coffee is characterized by a relatively pure and rich taste, French coffee is characterized by a wide variety and beautiful shapes, and American coffee is characterized by simplicity and quickness. This kind of coffee is not sold in ordinary coffee shops.
Usually there are only two categories we see in coffee shops, which are single-origin coffee and fancy coffee.
Single-origin coffee
Single-origin coffee is coffee made from coffee beans produced in the country of origin. It is generally pure coffee without adding milk or sugar. For example, the famous Blue Mountain coffee, Brazilian coffee, Italian coffee, Colombian coffee... are all single products named after the place where the coffee beans are produced. The overall taste of Italian coffee is relatively strong, suitable for those who pursue a strong taste experience. Brazil, Blue Mountain, and Colombia are all relatively soft coffees. Blue Mountain coffee is mellow, smooth, and slightly acidic, making it the best coffee; Brazilian coffee is slightly fragrant and slightly bitter, neutral coffee; Colombian coffee is soft, mellow, and aromatic. Perfect, as elegant as a queen. The sourness in coffee is by no means ordinary acidity. Mrs. Yang, who loves coffee, told reporters, "It is fruity sourness, not simple sourness!" Although mocha coffee and charcoal roasted coffee are also single products, their names are quite special. Mocha is a port in Yemen. The coffee produced in this port is called Mocha, but these coffees may come from different origins, so the taste of each batch of Mocha beans is different. Charcoal roasted coffee is named after the Japanese who first used charcoal to roast coffee beans. This kind of coffee does have a charcoal roasted taste. It is not very strong, but the taste is pure. This may be compared with the Japanese eating habits. Lightly related.
Mandheling coffee is made from coffee beans produced in Indonesia. It is relatively bitter, but people who particularly like it will be addicted to its bitterness and sweetness.
Common single-origin coffees include the following
Brazilian coffee: There are many types of Brazilian coffee. Most coffees have moderate acidic characteristics. Their three flavors of sweetness, bitterness and alcohol are neutral and the concentration is Moderate, with a smooth and special taste, it is the best bean for blending. It is known as the backbone of coffee and has a good flavor when drunk alone.
Colombian coffee: Produced in Colombia, the roasted coffee beans will release a sweet aroma and have the benign characteristics of sour, sweet and bitter. Because of the appropriate concentration, it is often used in Premium coffee blend.
Mocha coffee: produced in Yemen. The beans are small and fragrant, with strong sour and mellow taste, moderate sweetness and special flavor. The washed coffee beans are renowned for their high-quality coffee and are generally consumed as single products.
Mandheling coffee: Produced in Sumatra, Indonesia, it is known as the coffee beans with the fullest grains. It has a strong aroma, spicy bitterness, and syrupy taste, but the sourness is not so good. Prominent, but with a rich body, it is a favorite variety among Germans, and most coffee lovers drink it alone. It is also an indispensable variety for blending coffee.
Java coffee: Java in Indonesia occupies an extremely important position in the history of coffee. At present, it is also the main producer of Robusta coffee in the world, and its small amount of Arabica coffee has superior quality. Java produces delicate, aromatic coffee with relatively low acidity, a delicate taste and good balance.
Costa Rican coffee: High-quality Costa Rican coffee is called "extra hard beans" and can grow at an altitude of more than 1,500 meters. Its granularity is very good, smooth and neat, high grade and has excellent flavor. Per capita coffee consumption there is twice that of Italy or the United States.
Kenyan Coffee: Kenyan coffee encompasses every feeling we want from a good cup of coffee. It has a wonderful, satisfying aroma, balanced and delicious acidity, even grain and great fruit flavour. It is one of the varieties generally favored by people in the industry.
Cuban coffee: Cuban coffee has medium grains, low acidity, special flavor, and an intoxicating tobacco flavor.
Fancy coffee: Fancy coffee is favored by young people and women for its beautiful shape, multi-layered taste and rich milk flavor. It actually comes from those single-origin coffee, but it is decorated and flavored with milk foam, milk, cinnamon powder, colored rice, etc. It has various forms and relatively rich flavors.
The common and popular fancy coffees include the following types:
Latte: Latte is made with coffee, milk and milk foam according to the ratio of 1:1:1 It is made in a layer-by-layer state. Since the proportion of milk reaches two-thirds, the latte can be said to be a milky coffee, suitable for people who like milk flavor.
Cappuccino: Italian fancy coffee, popular among young people because of Elva Hsiao’s song of the same name.
It is a cup of espresso coffee topped with milk foam, and then decorated with chocolate shavings, cinnamon powder, etc. It can also create various shapes and even write words. Most suitable for young people's taste.
Irish Coffee: Many people have been moved by Ruffian Cai’s famous online novel, and he has indeed written the essence of Irish Coffee. Irish coffee is named after adding Irish whiskey to coffee. It is neither pure coffee nor pure wine. Since whiskey is a spirit, this coffee is perfect for enjoying on a cold winter night and you will appreciate the difference.
Royal Flame Coffee: This coffee can create a very romantic atmosphere in dimly lit places, because it uses a spoon to ignite the brandy on the coffee, melt the sugar cubes and pour it into the coffee made. When the brandy is lit, the blue flame jumps on the coffee, making people daydream about it.
Aphrodite liqueur coffee: This coffee is indeed like its sweet name. It is a relatively sweet coffee. There is no need to add sugar when drinking it because coffee liqueur has been added to it. Coffee liqueur is a specially prepared wine that is added to coffee. It has a very low alcohol content but a very sweet taste.
Yuanyang Coffee: Chinese-style romance, the perfect combination of black tea and coffee. Add some sweet condensed milk before drinking, symbolizing the sweetness in life. Take a sip and leave endless aftertaste. I couldn't find the manual, but I found these instructions. I don't know if they will be helpful to you.