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Jura-Capresso Impressa F9 Fully Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center | 
| Brand: Capresso
Category: Kitchen
Buy Refurbished: $799.00 (On sale from $2,400.00)
as of 3/11/2010 18:13 CST details
You Save: $1601.00 (67%)
Seller: Kitchen Kapers
Rating:  25 reviews
Sales Rank: 49747
Shipping Weight (lbs): 30.4
Dimensions (in): 18.6 x 15.8 x 15.6
MPN: 13171
Model: 13171
UPC: 794151410015
EAN: 0794151410015
ASIN: B00008I8NT
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Touch-screen technology governs cup size, strength, and temperature | | • | Commercial conical burr grinder; stainless-steel-lined ThermoBlock unit | | • | Integrated pure water system cleans brewing water for improved taste | | • | Dual frother PLUS for steaming or frothing manually | | • | Measures 11 by 16 by 12-1/2 inches; 1-year warranty |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
If ever there was one, this is it: a state-of-the-art coffee center for the hi-tech kitchen or executive office. Capresso's Impressa F9 makes quite the impression even before you know what all it is capable of - a striking, 3-mm. thick chrome alloy front, a chrome-plated die cast coffee spout, a stainless steel grid and an illuminated brewing area that lights up then turns itself off after one minute if not in use. The unit can be programmed into seven languages, giving you explicit instructions: "Coffee Ready", "Fill Water", "Clean Unit" and so on. The Impressa even knows that tastes are as individual as you are. Therefore, you're able to personalize each cup from five different cup sizes in two aroma and three strength settings. All cup sizes are programmable from 1-oz. to 8-oz. with a double-cup button that produces a maximum of 16-oz. of coffee at a time; a height-adjustable coffee spout lets you brew into small espresso cups or even a large, 12-oz. mug with no spills. Housed in the unit is a 8-oz. bean container that grinds up to 30 portions of coffee before it ever needs refilling. A solid steel conical burr grinder comes with six settings, allowing you to adjust the fineness for all kinds of beans from light to dark roasts. For those who prefer pre-ground coffee, a separate funnel can be used for decaf or flavored coffee. Once you've made your selection, the Impressa, wi
Amazon.com Review
The Impressa F90 from Jura-Capresso combines fine-coffee know-how with touch-screen technology, an Aluframe structure, and honest-to-God Internet connectivity. Like Jura-Capresso's other top-of-the-line models, the Impressa F90 is fully automatic. It grinds, tamps, brews, and steams with the touch of a few icons on its control panel. Designed with both exacting standards and user preference in mind, the machine is pre-programmed at the factory for excellent results. It can also be tailored to your specific tastes for coffee strength, water amount, temperature, and steam quantity. You can also customize the separate hot water function for bespoke cafe americanos. Purchase Jura-Capresso's connectivity kit separately and you can even store individual coffee-drinkers' preferences in the F90's electronics. Built for power, the F90 uses a 15-bar pump and a single 1450-watt ThermoBlock heating unit lined in stainless steel for a flavor-neutral, corrosion-resistant structure. The six-stage conical grinder, also made from stainless steel, delivers consistent results, while the patented brewing unit creates the ideal pressure conditions for perfecting crema. A pre-brew system moistens and conditions grounds for maximum aroma and flavor. The F90 has several self-maintenance features, including automatic rinsing, cleaning, and de-calcifying functions. Other handy extras include an illuminated cup area, adjustable coffee spout, and multi-language display. The water tank holds 64 ounces, while the bean tank stores 7 ounces. Designed for the countertop, the machine measures 11 by 16 by 12-1/2 inches. --Emily Bedard
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| Customer Reviews:
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Consistent Fully Automatic October 22, 2009
ESPRESSO MAVEN (Chicago, IL USA)
I've used the F9 unit for going on four years and really like the machine. Functions very well. No problems with maintaining he machine. Products very good bean to cup results. Only drawbacks are small water reservoir (we enjoy many coffees and must constantly refill it) and small whole bean container.
 Great Machine for the price June 14, 2009
dentgirl (ND)
I have had this machine for 1 year and with regular maintenance my husband and I both know we can expect an excellent cup of coffee every morning. It works great to make the occasional latte but the coffee it makes is consistant and full bodied.
Smart Espresso Machine---I've had it for 2 years, so I know! March 20, 2009
SDMike (San Diego, CA)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I have had this espresso machine for nearly two years now, so I know all of its "quirks" and benefits/issues. I feel compelled to write a review since I relied so heavily on these reviews when making this purchase...so here goes:
1) After much research, I purchased the F9 at Williams Sonoma, primarily because they used to have a policy that you could return anything, at any time, if needed. So, I figured that if ever I had an issue, I could just return it to my local Williams Sonoma and get a replacement rather than returning the machine to the factory and waiting. Turns out I did indeed have to do this once for an electrical issue, which was actually an issue I had with the wiring at the outlet--not the machine afterall! In any event, I don't think Williams Sonoma still has that same open-ended return policy. Be sure to research the return policy wherever you make your purchase!
2) Overall, I have to say I absolutely LOVE this machine. Here's how I rationalized payment for such an expensive indulgence: if you figure a Starbucks costs approx. $3, and you buy one everyday (which I was), it would take 600 cups to break even. Well, with the automatic counter on my machine, I have made more than 1600 cups! This machine paid for itself in the first year..easily. ok, so now that you're past the issue of paying so much for a coffee machine, here's more...
3) This machine is crazy smart. It knows exactly when to clean itself, or tells you when to start the cleaning cycle. To clean it, all you do is insert a tablet in the coffee powder drawer and it does its thing. It knows when it needs water, when the filter needs to be changed, etc. In fact, since we have a water filter built into our refrigerator, we just use that filtered water in the coffee machine and therefore we don't need to use the expensive water filters. Bottom line, if you just pay attention and clean the machine on a regular basis when it tells you to, this is a no-brainer machine.
4) The coffee and espresso are great. I've learned to make a latte just like Starbuck's and I haven't been back since. Some people complain that the frother doesn't work well, but here's the trick: first, you should use non-fat or low-fat milk. For some reason, lower fat milk froths better every time; second, be sure to clean the frothing nozzle after each use. Kind of a no-brainer, I know. Third, there are two settings on the frother, and you can change the setting by sliding the sleeve on the frothing tip up or down. Experiment with this and you will get the perfect froth, really.
5) As for the beans, we don't use overly oily beans as I have read that they can cause a build up and make the machine tough to clean, etc. I believe the "Illy" brand that comes in the metal tin is supposed to be too oily. Others may have a different experience, but we just use whole espresso beans from the grocery store.
6) Believe it or not, this machine heats up in about 90 seconds, if not sooner. As a result, we use this for tea and hot cereal all the time. This is an added bonus for purchasing this machine.
As for issues, I honestly don't have many. I guess the only things that bug me are the fact that I have to remove the drawer from time to time and dump the water which is ejected after each use. I have learned to keep a black coffee cup under the spout so that it collects the rinse water and i just dump it as needed.
The only other issue I have had with the machine is that the touch screen sometimes works and sometimes 'sticks.' I've tried cleaning the face, washing my hands, but sometimes this just doesn't work right. Fortunately, when it does 'stick,' it gets stuck on the setting I use, so it's not a huge problem.
Net-net, I highly recommend this machine. It took us several days of research and at least a couple of weeks to build up enough nerve to spend this much on a freakin' coffee machine, but I have to say, this machine has become my new best friend in the kitchen. Sad, but true! Do yourself a favor and buy one. Enjoy!
Customer Service a Plus! February 17, 2009
Michael Guerra (Kerrville, Texas)
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
I just purchased an F9 from 1st Line Equipment and have not received it yet, but...
I sent an email to the Jura Capresso company asking for info about the product. In less than 24 hours I had a long and detailed message on my answering machine from the company describing the machine, and they are sending me a complimentary video. I don't even have the machine yet but have already had great customer sevice!
Expensive, but solid value for my money October 11, 2008
Phil (Ewa Beach, HI)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've had an F9 for about 4 years now and have used it almost daily with no problems. Recently, it had become so sluggish something had to be done (intermittent error code). Assuming it just needed to be cleaned I dug-in and quickly discovered I was in over my head - I can fix most things, but this machine is complex and quite a piece of engineering. I've not had a lot of success with repairs of this type, but thought I'd give it a go before it became junk. I stuck it back together and made a call. Repair center tells me $250 bucks fixes anything, they pay all shipping (we live in Hawaii and shipping can be an eye opener). Not expecting much, off it goes. Arrives back at my door in about a month. Have been using it for two months now and it works like new. So... expensive, but great product that is reliable and serviceable. I'd do it again.
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