Review of the Zelmer 13Z015 coffee maker

Coffee maker Zelmer 13Z015 by type it belongs to espresso coffee makers. In coffee makers of this type, hot water does not just pass through a layer of ground coffee, but is supplied under high pressure, while absorbing more aromatic substances. The drink prepared in such a coffee maker turns out to be stronger. I would like to note that espresso coffee makers use less coffee to prepare one cup of drink compared to drip coffee makers.

The presented coffee maker looks very stylish thanks to its compact size and well-chosen colors.

The power of the presented coffee maker is quite large, but it must be borne in mind that the more powerful the coffee maker, the faster the coffee making process. But at the same time, the drink itself is not very strong, because the water does not have time to absorb all the aromatic substances. In order to obtain a stronger coffee, it is recommended to add more ground beans to the high-power coffee maker.

In the coffee maker Zelmer 13Z015 for preparation of the drink, ready-made ground coffee or special mini-packs of coffee, called pods, are used.

Functions

Coffee maker Zelmer 13Z015 refers to coffee makers with a semi-automatic espresso brewing method. This means that you have to put the ground coffee into the horn and throw away the used coffee manually.

The cappuccino maker is a special device that allows you to prepare frothed milk. The manual method of making cappuccino is that steam is supplied through a special tube, with the help of which you can whip milk into a foam in a mug, and then add it to a cup of coffee. Professionals prefer the manual method of preparing cappuccino, because it allows you to control the temperature of the milk to be whipped and the texture of the froth.

Coffee maker Zelmer 13Z015 has the function of automatic decalcification, which means that it can independently carry out cleaning, during which scale and coffee oils are removed. This is a very useful function, because if you have it, you do not need to clean the coffee maker yourself. And since scale that can remain on the inner surface of the coffee machine significantly reduces the service life of the device and often leads to its breakdown, the descaling function is also very useful.

Also in the presented coffee maker there is also an indication of inclusion. Having a backlight on the switch is a very useful feature, especially for people who forget to turn off household appliances after finishing work.

Distinctive function of the coffee maker Zelmer 13Z015 the presence of a heated cup holder is considered. This device is used to heat the mugs before pouring ready-made coffee into them. Preheating cups is an integral part of the espresso process. After all, a heated cup not only guarantees the optimal temperature of the drink, but also improves its taste.

There is also a function for supplying hot water, that is, in a separate tank there is water heated to 90 ° C, which can be used, for example, to make tea.

The hot water volume adjustment function allows you to set the exact quantity of the drink to be prepared. So, if you like to drink coffee with large mugs, you can set a large volume of water, and if you like savoring a drink from small coffee cups, you can set a small volume.

Also in the coffee maker Zelmer 13Z015 you can adjust the coffee preparation temperature. With this function, you can adjust the temperature of the water used to prepare coffee. For classic espresso, the water should have a temperature of 90-95 ° C.Sometimes connoisseurs need to more accurately set the value of the coffee preparation temperature, and in this case, the presented coffee maker will easily help you.

Blocking switching on without water and keeping the device from overheating are two very useful functions not only for coffee makers, but also for many other household appliances. Still in the coffee maker Zelmer 13Z015 there is a Reset function - a return to the factory settings.

Equipment

The set includes 2 strainers: a strainer for preparing one cup of coffee and a nozzle for lovers, that is, for making 2 cups of aromatic coffee at once. Considering that both taps are close by, you can get a double portion of coffee in one mug during the preparation of a regular one.

If you took your cup of coffee before the rest of the invigorating drink has drained out, it doesn't matter, because the presented model of the coffee maker has a removable drip tray. It is very convenient to use, because it is easy to remove, easy to clean and is specially designed to make it easier for you to care for your coffee maker.

On the body of the coffee maker Zelmer 13Z015 there is a water level indicator that will help you not to miss the moment when you need to add water.

In the kit, of course, there is a horn made of metal, which significantly increases the reliability and durability of the coffee maker. The horn (holder) is a part of the coffee machine into which coffee is poured, and heated water under pressure also passes through it. Another advantage of the metal horn is that it warms up the coffee better and after that it has a richer taste. By the way, the boiler for this coffee maker is made of stainless steel.

The set includes a special glass (pitcher) into which you can pour milk and whip it using a cappuccinator.

The nozzle for tamping (tamper) in the presented coffee maker is built into the body, which is very convenient.

Also included is a measuring spoon, cord storage and detailed instructions.

Weight of the presented coffee maker: 5.2 kg.

Competitors of the presented coffee maker in the price segment of the market are: Russell Hobbs 14742-56, Bosch TAS 2005EE and Krups KP 2102.

The procedure for making coffee in the Zelmer 13Z015 coffee maker:

Pour water into the tank, it is advisable to pour water up to the maximum mark.
We close the water tank.
Pour coffee into a strainer, tamp it.
In order to select the required amount of espresso coffee (a small cup, a large one or two), you first need to turn on the appliance and, using the light indication, select how much coffee you need to make this time. To confirm your choice, you need to press the center button.
We wait a bit and enjoy aromatic coffee.

The procedure for making cappuccino in a Zelmer 13Z015 coffee maker:

Preparing a regular espresso.
We fill the mug with cold milk.
We turn on the cappuccino mode (we unscrew the handle to the maximum mark) and start it empty, after placing an empty mug under the horn (a small amount of water will flow into it). After 5-10 seconds, turn on the cappuccino maker and bring a mug of milk to the holder. It is advisable to keep the mug at a slight angle and make sure that the tube is immersed in milk by a third all the time. That is, you need to adjust the immersion level of the cappuccinatore tube as the foam rises.
When the mug is full of foam, turn off the cappuccino maker and pour our foam into a cup of coffee. If desired, sprinkle the cappuccino with chocolate chips on top.
Do not forget to clean the system.