I picked up this refurbished model after a long life with my previous machine. I justified the cost by hoping the new machine would last half as long as the old one. This machine is pretty nice. I feel like an associate barista. It has separate units for brothing and brewing. I guess the only thing I don't like about it is the nozzle needs frequent cleaning and maintenance. Frothing plus brewing means my coffee is ready in about 5 minutes from prep to drinking.

Kitchen Aid Pro Line Espresso Manual
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