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The Retro 1 Group espresso machine is manufactured in polished stainless steel with a retro design reminiscent of a 1950s coffee bar. This model only uses 50w of electricity in gas mode making it a perfect option for an off-the-grid setup. A lever to tailor extraction to coffee variety and manual control for pre-infusion time and extraction pressure during the shot – for a sweeter extraction than standard espresso machines.

LPG System Key Features:

• Highest powered LPG system in the world provides unrivalled output of coffee, hot water and steam.
• NZ Gas Safety Certification
• 1800w LPG  fuelled burner, fitted with electronic ignition and flame failure safety device.
• Boiler pressure is controlled by a gas pressure valve set at 1.0 bar, with a low flame adjustment which controls the gas burner. Please note: a 2.75kw gas pressure regulator must be fitted prior to installation of the machine

Other Key Features:

• Change between gas and electricity simply with the flick of a switch.
• In electricity mode the boiler is heated by a multiple-looped 2700w which requires a 15Amp supply.
• Top quality 7 litre copper boiler
• Pressure controlled by a triple-contact pressure switch.
• Automatic water level system with probe, electronic control unit and solenoid valve.
• Water and steam pressure are controlled separately with brass safety valves.
• Brass-bodied group with stainless shower plate and solenoid valve. 
• Thermosyphonic circulation ensures the group is kept consistently hot for excellent coffee making.
• Case, waste and cup tray manufactured from stainless steel 304.