 
Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine
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Rancilio Silvia (2010 Limited Edition)Espresso MachineThe Limited Edition 2010 Rancilio Silvia features an exclusive "animal safe" red leather finish. This special material is synthetic, ecological, and certified in compliance with the strictest environmental standards.
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The Rancilio Silvia produces outstanding espresso, lattes and cappuccinos, and we want you to get the most out of your Silvia. To help you along we include our exclusive "1st in Coffee's User's Guide to Silvia and Rocky." This guide was created by an expert in the field of home espresso, and many years of experience have gone into the creation of this guide. This guide is a "1st in Coffee" exclusive, and we send it FREE with the purchase of any Rancilio espresso machine or Rancilio espresso grinder purchase. This 20+ page instructional guide sets the standard for getting the most out of your Rancilio espresso equipment.
Click on the picture to the left to see a sample from our Rancilio User's Guide, and see for yourself why our customers say that it helped them get excellent results in a very short period of time!
The Rancilio Silvia earned its reputation as the machine to beat for the home user by using high quality materials, high quality components, and incorporating many commercially-inspired features:
QUALITY MEETS THE EYE
The Silvia shows itself to be a quality appliance right from
the start. With the exception of the black, heavy steel
framework, the entire exterior surface of Silvia is gleaming
stainless steel. Not only will this machine blend beautifully
with most any kitchen decor, it is also easy to keep clean and
looking new for years to come.
Open the box and lift Silvia and you will immediately be
impressed— this is not just another appliance. At 30 pounds it
will be immediately clear that heavy-duty, quality materials
are used throughout to create a superior machine!
EASY TO USE AND CONVENIENTLY LOCATED CONTROLS
All the controls for the Rancilio Silvia are located right on
the face of the machine. Turn the switch in the front-center
and Silvia is now powered up. The small indicator lamp on the
switch itself illuminates indicating that power is being
supplied to the machine. The large lamp next to the power
switch is lit whenever power is being sent to the heating
element. Once the power switch is on, Silvia is warming up—
getting ready to make an espresso, a latte, or a cappuccino.
BREWING ESPRESSO: At the left side of the front of Silvia are three switches. The top switch is the "Brewing Switch" which starts the brewing cycle. When you are ready to make espresso, turn the brew switch on and heated water is pumped to the brewing group and through the coffee.
HOT WATER: The center of the three switches is for hot water. Turn this switch on, place a vessel under the steam wand, and open the steam valve (the knob on the right side of the machine's face) and hot water is dispensed trough the steam wand. This is handy for making an Americano or even a cup of tea.
STEAM: The bottom switch of the three turns on the steam function. This raises the temperature in the boiler to produce steam for stretching milk for a cappuccino or a latte. After this switch is turned on, and when the heating element lamp turns off, you will know that there is sufficient steam. Open the newly re-designed steam valve slightly to clear the steam wand of water, and you are now ready to steam milk.
STEAMING MILK
Silvia earned her reputation in part from her astounding
steaming power. The Silvia is considered by many to have the
best steam production in its class— as good as machines
costing much more. Indeed, the Rancilio Silvia will outperform
every machine under $700 in steaming ability.
Turn on the steam switch, and in well under two minutes you
will have sufficient steam to quickly stretch enough milk for
a large latte or two cappuccinos.
You may notice that the steam wand is a simple, chrome tube
without attachments to artificially enhance frothing— these
aren't needed. The smooth, chrome surface of the wand easily
wipes clean with a damp towel, like a commercial machine.
Quality Brewing Group
The chrome-plated, brass grouphead (where the filter basket is
locked into place) is designed after Rancilio’s line of
commercial espresso machines. The mass of metal evenly
distributes heat and reduces “hot spots” for greater
temperature stability. The dispersion disc and shower screen
are designed to evenly distribute water across the coffee
grounds for a better extraction.
12 oz. Brass Boiler
Brass is one of the best choices for a boiler. Brass is
resistant to corrosion, heats up evenly, and can take the heat
and cooling cycles that are common in home espresso machines.
Silvia's heavy brass boiler can get up to temperature quickly
and stay there, with a fast recycling time.
Triple Control and Safety
Silvia is equipped with three thermostats, mounted right on
the boiler. One is for maintaining the proper brewing
temperature to make espresso, one is to control a higher
temperature for creating steam, and the third is a safety
device. If for some reason Silvia overheats, the safety
thermostat trips, much like a circuit breaker, and turns off
the heating element. Once Silvia cools down, the user can
easily reset the thermostat with nothing more than a Phillips
head screwdriver to remove the four screws holding the
cup-warming tray.
Commercial-Grade Portafilter and Filter Baskets
Keeping with the tradition of using only commercial grade
components, the Silvia uses a heavy-duty chrome plated brass
portafilter. The first time you pick it up you will know that
this is a component made to last, just like the rest of
Silvia. The heavy brass body is equipped with a tough, rigid
plastic handle.
The Rancilio Silvia comes with two pressed stainless steel
filter baskets (a single shot and double shot version), which
both measure 58mm in diameter, the same size found in a
majority of commercial espresso machines.
A espresso pod
conversion kit is also available.
Commercial Quality 3-way valve, Pressure Release System
A common complaint of lesser machines is that if the user is
not careful, hot water and coffee can spray out when removing
the portafilter. Like its commercial brethren, the Rancilio
Silvia is equipped with a 3-way valve the relieves the brewing
pressure as soon as the user turns off the brew switch. This
automatically relives all the pressure so the user can safely,
and cleanly remove the portafilter without worrying about the
dreaded "portafilter sneeze."
Large Capacity 67 oz. Water Tank
On the top of Silvia is the large, black cover of the water
reservoir. Lift the cover and it is easy to check the
reservoir's water level or to replenish it by simply pouring
in additional water. The entire reservoir can be easily lifted
out of the machine for cleaning or refilling if you prefer.
Heavy Duty Pump System
The Silvia is equipped with a high quality electric pump which
is capable of 15 BAR (217 psi) of pressure. These pumps have
shown that they are capable of many, many years of dependable
service.
Adjustable Brew Pressure
As you may already know, the best espresso is made at around 9
BAR (135 psi). Since the pump is capable of much more force
than that, Silvia is now equipped with an internal, adjustable
pressure relief valve which is factory set to the correct
brewing force.
Drip Tray
Silvia's newly redesigned drip tray has a modern look as well
as being very functional. They drip tray as well as the cover
are both made from stainless steel which will remain nice to
look at for years to come. The drip tray is easily removed for
emptying and cleaning.
Cup Warmer
Silvia's top, like the rest of its exterior, is also stainless
steel. The boiler is located right under the top, so the top
serves as a handy cup warmer. Store a set of your favorite
espresso cups there, and they will be warmed as Silvia comes
up to temperature. Preheating your cups in this way helps
preserve the delicate tastes of the espresso which can be
affected by brewing into room temperature cups.
Installation
The Rancilio Silvia cappuccino and espresso machine requires
no special plumbing or electrical outlets. Just fill the
reservoir, plug Silvia into an appropriate outlet, and it’s
ready to operate.
- Colors: Brushed stainless steel
- Power: 1100 watts - 120 volts
- Size: 13.75"H x 9.25"W x 12"D
- Weight: 30 pounds
- Body Material: Steel frame, stainless steel housing
- Warranty: 2 years parts and labor
- Origin: Italy
- Rancilio Owner's Manual
- Plastic tamper
- Measuring spoon for coffee
- Portafilter Handle and body
- Single and double filter baskets
(Rancilio espresso cups shown are not included)
Optional accessories:
