Pasquini Livia Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine
Product ID: LIV-90-SS
Italy, the country that brought us the joys of espresso, savored in cafés all over the world, now brings that same fine espresso making capability to the home with Pasquini’s Livia 90 Semi Automatic Espresso Machine. It’s one of the most popular espresso machines for its capacity to be used equally well in the home, office, coffee bar, and restaurant and catered events.
An espresso machine for discerning tastes, the Pasquini Livia 90 is an investment in distinction and enjoyment for years to come. One of the finest semi-commercial automatic espresso machines, it is loaded with features that contribute to its reputation for excellence. Borrowing from Pasquini’s famous line of professional espresso machines, it is one of a select few espresso machines of its type that can simultaneously brew coffee and steam milk, saving time and increasing the rate of drink production. These features, in addition to it NSF Sanitation Certification, (often required for machines used in the foodservice industry in many areas), make it an espresso machine for all venues.
Detailed Product Features
Simple Semi-automatic Controls and Indicator Lights
Simple to use and easy to read controls make brewing with the Pasquini Livia 90 a joy.
Heavy-duty rocker switches and two attractive indictor lights are conveniently located on the front of the machine. One flip
of a switch gives you the green light and the power is on.
The orange light lets you know the boiler is heating. In addition to these simple controls,
a pressure gauge, just below the control panel signals when optimum pressure for
brewing has been reached. A gauge on the front of the machine monitors the
pressure in the boiler and indicates when the machine is at the optimum pressure
for brewing espresso or frothing milk. It also aids in making adjustments to the
boiler pressure if needed.
Frothing Milk
& Dispensing Hot Water
The
Pasquini Livia
90 provides great steamed milk, without waiting for the brewing cycle to finish.
A chrome plated brass steam pipe on the left side of the machine brings the
steam down to the frothing tip. You have two tips to choose from, a more
traditional commercial tip of stainless steel and a second tip made of Teflon.
This second tip is a froth enhancer for making no nonsense foam. Small holes on
the side of the tip draw in air and direct it into the milk. Instantly you’ll
have foamed milk for any number of lattes or cappuccinos. A turn of the knob
located conveniently on the right, and hot water is yours, instantly. It’s great for tea, hot chocolate, and cup
warming, or adding a splash of hot water to an espresso for a Café Americano.
Rugged
Portafilter
The Pasquini Livia 90 espresso machine's,
heavy-duty, hard working portafilter is made of chrome plated, cast brass.The comfortable grip is rugged molded plastic
for easy handling and insulation.
3.5
Liter Water Tank
The large
capacity, fully removable water tank makes volume coffee production easy. Perfect for coffee bars or restaurants, this
tank doesn’t require constant refilling. The tank can be filled while it is
operating or pulled out and taken to a faucet. For added protection for pump and
boiler, it features a built-in particulate filter to stop damaging bits from
going through the system.
Brawny Pump
System
The better and
strong the pump, the better and stronger the espresso. This powerful pump
provides steady, continuous pressure to produce full flavor extraction and a
thick espresso crema.
Resilient
Electrical System
Tailored for
heavy use, the Pasquini Livia 90 can be left on all day, due to its power supply and
stable electrical system. The machine is always ready to brew espresso or steam
milk. The system heats up the boiler in less than 8 minutes from morning’s first
power-up and then it’s good to go all day long.
Removable Cup
Tray, Drip Pan and Cup Warming
Both the
polished steel cup tray and the sturdy plastic drip tray are easy to remove and
clean. Proper heat is essential to a good cup of espresso and the Pasquini Livia 90 has
included a stainless steel warming plate, located on the top of the espresso
machine, to make sure the espresso doesn’t lose temperature when poured into a
cold cup.
1.5 Liter 1200 Watt Copper & Brass Boiler
Who wants to
wait for an espresso? No one! With one of the biggest boilers for a machine this
size, the Livia 90 has no problem making espresso and steaming milk at the speed
or in the quantities you desire. It features rapid heating and recovery as well.
To insure long life and protection against over heating and burnout, the boiler
is equipped with a safety feature called Auto-Refill. This system keeps an eye
on the water level in the boiler and when the level falls below a certain point,
the computer controlled water level system automatically adds more water. If the
machine should run out of water and the Auto Fill system was unable to refill
the boiler, the computer will automatically turn the machine off to prevent
overheating and damage to the heating element. What’s more the Pasquini Livia boiler
features an over pressure relief valve, which serves as a backup to the boiler
pressure regulating system.
Durable,
Quality Housing & Frame
Constructed to
last for year of regular service, the Pasquini Livia 90 is built with heavy gauge metal,
anti-rust and corrosion protected frame with an exterior housing of polished,
stainless steel.
Additional Product Information
& Maintenance
Cleaning & Maintenance of Components
In order to keep the inside of your machine healthy; it must be
periodically cleaned. Scale buildup from
naturally occurring minerals in your water can build up on sensitive components
like the inside of the boiler, which left unchecked can cause considerable
damage to the machine. By descaling your machine every two-three months, your
machine will be trouble-free for years. Espresso machine cleaner can be
purchased from us or by calling the support number in your user
guide.
It is recommended that you perform
a “back-flush” of the brew system. This removes buildup of coffee residue in the
grouphead (part of the machine where you insert the portafilter and coffee
basket). Your Livia comes with detailed instructions that describe the
procedures for maintaining your machine. Toll free technical support is also
available Monday through Friday should you need further assistance.
Installation and Accessories
The Pasquini Livia 90 requires no special
plumbing or electrical outlets. Just plug it in and it’s ready to operate. The
Livia cannot be plumbed to a water source. With purchase, the Pasquini Livia 90 comes with two filter
baskets, one for single shot and the other for double shot, a blind filter
basket for back-flushing, a brewing group cleaning brush, coffee tamper,
measuring spoon, espresso machine cleaner and a full color instruction
manual.
Product Specifications:
- Color: Polished stainless steel
- Power: 1200 watts - 120 volts - No commercial power requirements.
- Certification: UL, cUL & NSF
- Size: 37 pounds - 12.5"H (lid closed) x 11.5"W x 15"D
- Body Material: Stainless steel
- Warranty: 12-month parts and labor, extended 2nd year of warranty covers parts only.
- Support: Unlimited toll free technical support
- Origin: Italy
