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Product Overview
Ratings
Configuration/Type
Espresso-Machine
Color
Cast Iron Black
Energy Star Qualified
At a Glance
Automatic Milk Frothing
Automatic Smart Dosing Technology
Bean Swapping Made Simple
Built to Last
Clean Function with Indicator Light
Explore a World of Espresso Drinks at your Fingertips
Model KES8556 Includes
Details
Battery Operated
- No
1 Portion Hot Water - Green Tea
- No
Number of Grind Settings
- 7
Milk Temperature Adjustment
- No
Milk Volume Adjustment
- Yes
Number of Cups
- 2
Size
- Standard
Pump Pressure
- 15 - 18 bars
Self-Cleaning
- Yes
Water Temp Adjustment (water only)
- Yes
BPA Free
- No
Cup Warmer
- Yes- not active
Coffee Strength Adjustment
- Yes - 3
Demo Mode
- Yes
Clean / Hardwater Cycle Selections
- Yes
Base Material
- Stainless Steel
Construction
- Metal Housing
Portion of Milk Foam
- No
Removable Brew Unit
- Yes
Automatic Milk Frother
- Yes
Integrated Coffee Grinder
- Yes
Display size
- 2.4""
Number of Programmable Profiles
- 4
Water Filter
- Yes
Drip Tray
- Yes
Automatic Shut-Off
- Yes - (8 min, 30 min, 1h, 4h, 8h)
Coffee Volume Adjustment
- Yes
Power Cord Color
- Black
Water Hardness Test Strip
- Yes - Included
Drink Option Selections
- 1 Portion Hot Water (temp is customizable)
- Americano
- Caffe Latte (single & double)
- Cappuccino (single & double)
- Coffee (single & double)
- Espresso (single & double)
- Latte Macchiato (single & double)
- Macchiato (single & double)
- Warm Milk
Brew Unit Cleaning Tablets
- Included - 2
Quiet Operation
- Yes
Used Coffee Cake Capacity
- 12-15
Plug Type
- 3 Prong
- Type B
Coffee Type
- Ground Coffee
- Whole Bean
Measuring Scoop
- Yes - Included
Number of Drink Options
- 15
Removable Water Tank
- Yes
Portion of Warm Milk
- Yes
Heat-Up/Ready Time
- <40 seconds
Display type
- LCD
Machine Type
- Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Alternative Milk Cycle/Feature
- No
Coffee Temperature Adjustment
- Yes - 3 (low, med, high)
Time/Delay Setting
- No
CSA Certified
- Yes
Material
- Metal clad
ETL Listed
- Yes
Espresso Ready Indicator
- Yes
Heating Technology
- Thermocoil - Single
Hot Water Dispenser
- Yes - 1
Milk container included / Capacity
- No
Alert
- Yes - fill water tank, fill bean hopper, empy drip tray, change water filter, clean brew unit, milk rinse, milk deep clean
Drinks
- Americano
- Cappuccino
- Coffee
- Espresso
- Latte
- Latte Macchiato
- Macchiato
Water Reservoir
- 74fl oz / 2.2L
Adjustable Hardwater Setting
- Yes, 4 levels for the hardness: Soft, Medium, Hard, Very Hard
Milk vs. Espresso Order Adjustment
- No
Bean Hopper Capacity
- 270g
Removable Bean Hopper
- Yes
Dimensions
Gross Weight
37
pounds
Height
14.3
inches
Net Weight
0
pounds
Width
10.2
inches
Depth
18.5
inches
