HOW TO Setup the Delonghi Specialista Arte EC9155: Shot Time, Temperature, Preinfusion

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  • Опубліковано 5 сер 2024
  • In this video, we look at the Delonghi Specialista Arte EC9155 together! This is a new espresso machine from Delonghi with integrated grinder. New features over the previous generation include non-pressurized baskets, manometer, a proper steam wand, and a grinder that should grind fine enough for espresso. It also comes with all the necessary accessories: tamper, dosing funnel, tamping mat, and milk pitcher.
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    Chapters:
    0:00 Intro
    1:16 Pre-Infusion setting
    1:45 Extra Grinding Adjustment
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    3:12 Return to Default Settings
    3:26 Coffee Temperature
    3:52 Volumetric Shot Settings
    4:27 Hold down the OK button to set the dose
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  • @TomsCoffeeCorner
    @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому +5

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    Here are the grinding times, based on dial position:
    Dial Time
    Min 4s
    10 8s
    20 13s
    30 17s
    40 22s
    **Just add 10 seconds to all these numbers, if you use the "Extra Grinding Range". I suggest not to however, or your portafilter will overflow.
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    • @radenovakovic2501
      @radenovakovic2501 5 місяців тому

      Did you have a problem where x1 is higher volume of shot than x2 ? I do not know why this is happening 😮

  • @redherce2464
    @redherce2464 4 дні тому +1

    ohh now I know that I need to hold the OK button to set the dose. I've been wandering why my machine was pouring very little water. It's all because I am just pressing it once. Thank you for this review!

  • @user-iy6pe7nr9f
    @user-iy6pe7nr9f Рік тому +2

    thanks so much for this video.........life saver !! couldn't have my coffee this morning until i watched this much appreciated

  • @annann4786
    @annann4786 2 місяці тому

    Very clear explanation. Thank you

  • @mohamedshehab9025
    @mohamedshehab9025 Рік тому

    Very helpful video!

  • @arieloxford6790
    @arieloxford6790 8 місяців тому

    Very useful. Thank you!

  • @tamirlevy4084
    @tamirlevy4084 Рік тому

    Thanks for the very informative video, it helped me 😊

  • @MrKelemen
    @MrKelemen 2 роки тому +1

    Very informative, thanks Tom

  • @brucesherborne408
    @brucesherborne408 2 роки тому

    Very quick shot you pulled

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому

      That’s what I thought too. I think it’s because of the extremely long pre-infusion.

  • @meccas3246
    @meccas3246 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, massive help!

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому

      Awesome, Derek! Glad it could help...I just hate reading manuals, so I made this for future reference.

  • @Abd-en4ln
    @Abd-en4ln 18 днів тому

    Merci infiniment, tu es le meilleur !

  • @mehransaeed7207
    @mehransaeed7207 Місяць тому

    Hi Tom
    Thanks for the video
    just received my la specialist arte
    two things
    I cant make a foamy type cappucino no matter what I do it comes up as just like tea texture.
    2. pressure doesn't go to the optimal zone. I tried changing grind setting to 2 from 5. still the same
    I am using three bars as temperature for espresso

  • @Lavinnia91
    @Lavinnia91 Рік тому +1

    Today i bought this coffee machine, can't wait to see how it's gonna be. I'll be back with an answer. Thanks for this video.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +2

      Congratulations on your purchase, and I hope you enjoy your machine! ☕️

    • @Lavinnia91
      @Lavinnia91 Рік тому +1

      Hi I am back as I promised. I still have to do some changes on my settings because It doesn't come out that nice colour foam. :(

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +2

      @@Lavinnia91 Please check my playlist on how to get crema: ua-cam.com/video/00NSG9459a8/v-deo.html

  • @TheCoffeeHubGlobal
    @TheCoffeeHubGlobal 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing thanks for sharing 👍💪🏻

  • @cherylwaggoner6370
    @cherylwaggoner6370 3 місяці тому

    I love mine. I use ie every day.

  • @CoffeeAndSmoke23
    @CoffeeAndSmoke23 Рік тому +7

    What gets me about some people is when they say that they don't want to mess with the manual machines because there's too much involved,but will then go and buy something like this or a barista express etc..

    • @sanne3704
      @sanne3704 7 місяців тому

      Manual for camping
      Machine for home

  • @farshadp6114
    @farshadp6114 Рік тому

    Thanks for the great and informative video. My Arte doesn't do 2 shits anymore for some reason. The number 2 light is on, but when I press the okay, it only runs for a very short fee seconds which used to be the time running for a single shot. I have reset it many times and unplugged it from the power, but it is still the same. Might not be related, but before this happened, the steamer stopped working and steam only coming out from the coffee brewing area, not the ward.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Hmm, is it still under warranty? I would try sending it in for a new one, as it sounds like it is defective...

    • @farshadp6114
      @farshadp6114 Рік тому

      @Tom's Coffee Corner Yes, less than 2 months old, they want me to send it away for repair which is always a pain, taking it there picking it up, having crap coffee while they are fixing it. 😁 thanks for yoir reply

  • @timgarder162
    @timgarder162 4 місяці тому

    Just bought this machine and thanks for helpful video - but one question - How do you program the volume of coffee and the volume of water separately when making a americano?

  • @esjebodart
    @esjebodart 6 місяців тому +1

    Hi Tom, thanks for your video, it will help. You were talking about 3 baskets and we got just 2 with the machine. Where can you get your favorite basket? We do not have that special fork to stir the coffee to get the bubbles out. where do you get that? Thanks for the info.

  • @mayirodriguezh
    @mayirodriguezh 3 місяці тому

    Hi Tom, do you have a video of the how to grind the coffee with different coffee beans? I have some beans I have to set it to 5 because if not it gives me the error of coffee ground too fine?

  • @m07028
    @m07028 5 місяців тому

    Wow..i was making coffee entirely wrong way.thanks mate

  • @lastcard8321
    @lastcard8321 Місяць тому

    Hello, I really appreciated your tutorial and thank you for it. However, I still have one question: Can you explain to me step by step how to set the quantity of drink for an Americano? The manual is clear for espresso, but nothing for Americano.
    Thank you in advance for your assistance.

  • @AlanRick26
    @AlanRick26 Рік тому

    Thanks. I’d love to see a video where the consequences of the settings are explained in more detail and hints about when to adjust what.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much for the tip, Alan! The settings are actually pretty trivial besides the temp, which I would set to high on this machine, seeing as the brew group is far away from the thermoblock. Also, the water hardness is important, in to remind you to descale at regular intervals. Cheers!

    • @AlanRick26
      @AlanRick26 Рік тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner I use a dark blend and noticed that having a lower temperature removed the sour taste of these beans despite a 30 second infusion.

    • @AlanRick26
      @AlanRick26 Рік тому

      Currently struggling with the double shot (28g) being too much volume to insert the portafilter, whereas the single shot (14g) fits well but infusion time is too short. I’m toying with the idea of buying a bottomless one-shot portafilter but first I’ll revert to my previous choice of beans.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +3

      @@AlanRick26 Hi Alan, 14g is already a double. You should aim for 14g dry coffee, to 28g liquid coffee, as an example. Maybe you can up dose to 16-18 grams even, but not more. Cheers!

  • @ramonasalinas9101
    @ramonasalinas9101 Рік тому +1

    hi tom, great video - i learned so much from you. Bought the same machine a few days ago - my problem is the temperature is always going to high (at the red zone all of the time) how can i change that? Thank you!

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Hi there! That is actually the pressure, not temp. Check out this video for getting to the optimal zone: ua-cam.com/video/2_J3GiDttWQ/v-deo.html

  • @dianarosales2533
    @dianarosales2533 5 місяців тому

    Hi tom. Can you make a video on how to remove the coffee bean container.

  • @bobkeller9968
    @bobkeller9968 7 місяців тому

    Very informative, got my wife one of these for Christmas. Question….How would you reset the volumetric time to default. Do I have to set the whole thing back to default? I went to get hot water and forgot that holding it down would set it to that amount of time/volume.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  7 місяців тому

      Yes, you'd have to reset the whole machine to default. Cheers!

  • @bradmoseley7286
    @bradmoseley7286 Рік тому

    Hi Tom, thanks for your videos. They are really helpful. My grind timer doesn’t seem to work, is there a reset setting for it?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Hmm, you might want to try resetting to default, otherwise contacting Delonghi about a warranty issue. What exactly is the issue? Does it not stop?

    • @bradmoseley7286
      @bradmoseley7286 Рік тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner Thanks for your reply. I will try that and yes it doesn’t stop grinding.

  • @h.a.2878
    @h.a.2878 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi. My maschine is grinding to much even to a minimum dose scale. Can i somehow rescale my grinding quantity?

  • @chris_dj54dj62
    @chris_dj54dj62 6 місяців тому

    @TomsCoffeeCorner what portafilter is that im trying to find a bottomless one for my machine in UK with single and double basket

  • @user-zc5vc1ji7s
    @user-zc5vc1ji7s Рік тому +1

    hi Tom, great video! I have been using dark roast beans and I've always got way too much pressure (in the red zone). I set the grinding fineness around 3-4, and the temperature at MAX (the one with all three lights). And I just realized if I should set the temperature to MIN (the one with only one light at the bottom)? I'm not sure the recommended 'Roast colour' for each temperature level refers to the beans. If I'm using dark roast beans only, would you suggest set the temperature to MIN?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Hi there! Typically, the lighter the roast, the higher the extraction temp you should use. But feel free to experiment with the different temps, to tune to your taste. Cheers!

  • @marounbassam
    @marounbassam 9 місяців тому

    Hi Tom! Your videos are super helpful! I was misunderstanding coffee my whole life 😅. Regarding the dose level, you said it's nothing more than a timer, maybe I'm getting you wrong, but it's not the time that the grinder works, right? Because it's working for much less time than 15 seconds when set to 15. Can you kindly clarify this point? Another question, if I select 1 cup and 15 level of dose, is it roughly 8 grams? If so, then how I can read the numbers of the dose knob?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  8 місяців тому +1

      Hi there! Well, it is a timer, but the increments do not designate the time. That would have been more intuitive. You just have to find the correct amount by trial and error. You just need to use a scale. Cheers!

  • @squange20
    @squange20 Рік тому

    Hi Tom, your videos are great and so informative. We are just about to get rid of our Magnifica Automatic and opt for one of the La Specialistas. Would you recommend the Prestigio over the Arte? Thanks.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Hi! Is I understand it, the prestigio has dual thermal blocks, which means you can steam milk and pull espresso at the same time. Also, it has an integrated tamper. Personally, I think the Arte model provides the best value in the lineup.

    • @squange20
      @squange20 Рік тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner Thank you for getting back to me with your advice. After much debating, we opted for the Maestro model. We had to travel some distance to get a good deal. Would you be putting out a video on the Maestro? I will look out for your videos anyway. I’m addicted to good coffee, but I do take a little milk with mine. Very fresh beans are hard to come by in NZ. I’ll probably grow a few trees, as it gets quite humid in the warmer months where I live, and I believe they require humid conditions.

  • @ElizabethSolberg
    @ElizabethSolberg 2 місяці тому

    My machines ok light is the only thing that works. Ive descaled etc. I cant get it set back to espresso, What are your suggestions?

  • @Verixxxx
    @Verixxxx 11 місяців тому

    Hi again Tom, Im starting to understand things more about the la specialista arte. Its specific but I wont give up😊.
    One more question please. Which option is the best with to set the pre-infusion pause time. None, one or two seconds?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  11 місяців тому

      I like no pause, since the pre-infusion is already soooo long.

  • @garywong8747
    @garywong8747 Рік тому +2

    Hi Tom! I've watched a whole bunch of your videos on the La Specialista Arte which has been super informative. One thing I wanted to confirm is for the double basket that comes with the machine, does it hold 16mg or 18mg? For some reason I started doing 18mg and in order for the pressure to be within about 9-10 bars I have to grind at setting 6.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      I normally do 16 grams, but it might fit 18 grams of light roasted beans, since they are denser. The baskets are always designed for a range, so I would say this one is good for 16-18 grams, if I remember right.

  • @zephyrsacayan2866
    @zephyrsacayan2866 3 місяці тому

    Just got this machine and pretty impressed HOWEVER.. With the same setting as yours Tom, my dose level is at minimum (with no. 2 grind) but still gives me about 20g of espresso. Help please? 😊
    Ps love your content and I find it super informative. I have retired my Breville Barista Express and switched to Delonghi 2 weeks ago.
    Thanks in advance!

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  3 місяці тому

      Are you on a fine grind setting? Also make sure you don't have the "extended grind range" set in the settings. That adds 10 seconds to the grind.

    • @zephyrsacayan2866
      @zephyrsacayan2866 3 місяці тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner thank you for your reply! Yes I’m on a No. 2 grind setting. Will have a look if I have set it on an extended adjustment, then go from there. Kia ora from Aotearoa New Zealand 🥝

  • @lorenzacalcagno8164
    @lorenzacalcagno8164 Рік тому

    Hi Tom,
    Great Video, however as I am not used to these types of instructions I fear I have stuffed up.
    I have tried to set up my Specialista for the first time but fear I have made a mistake and confused the machine. How can I reset the machine and start from the beginning?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Hi there! Just check 3:12 for how to reset to default settings. Cheers!

  • @manuelcases2702
    @manuelcases2702 Рік тому

    Hi Tom, thanks a lot for your great videos. I just bought this machine and I don't know how to adjust the time of the expresso extraction, it is too short for me. Hope you can help!

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +2

      Just hold the OK button down for the duration of the shot. Cheers!

  • @herbertg5545
    @herbertg5545 День тому

    Hi, where did you get the bottomless filter

  • @koukou212
    @koukou212 Рік тому

    Thanks for this, Tom! I have a question for you, if that’s ok. I notice you programme here the quantity of output for espresso. I noticed in other videos you press the OK button to stop it when you get the amount you want. Why is that necessary if it’s already programmed? Thanks a lot!

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Well, I like to stop it right at a yield of 2:1. Sometimes the automatic volumetric dosing is a little off...

  • @sHake2BeNiCe
    @sHake2BeNiCe 5 місяців тому

    Idk what I'm doing wrong but mine just always stop extracting after a few seconds no matter what I do. I want it to be the same Tom has it where I can manually press Ok to start and stop extraction whenever I want to. Can anybody help? (Even pressing Ok long and setting the amount doesn't help)

  • @leeowen91
    @leeowen91 2 місяці тому

    Where did you buy your portafilter from??😮

  • @xXsaruman82xX
    @xXsaruman82xX Рік тому

    Hi Tom,
    I hope you’re doing fine!
    I was just wondering, my arte came with 2 cups. When dialing it in are the values the same for both cups? I’m referring to the extraction amount being twice as high as the grinded coffee I put in and the extraction time being ~25 sec. ? Thank you very much!

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Hi Samson, I suggest using a scale, and just dosing 7-10 grams for a single, and 14-18 grams for a double, and trying to get twice that yield. Cheers!

  • @gjmg1000
    @gjmg1000 4 місяці тому

    Where can I get that portafilter?

  • @randellllarena7525
    @randellllarena7525 2 роки тому

    If I'm using dark roast beans, what should be the temp setting? In the manual it says, dark should at the lowest setting but when I try to take a shot, I couldn't to the optimal zone. So I guess I'm getting a bad shot, right? Thank you!

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому

      Hey Randell, I am planning to do a video soon on reaching the "optimal zone." It has nothing to do with temp, and much more to do with dose amount, grind fineness, and bean freshness. Try updosing, using fresher beans, or grinding finer. Cheers!

  • @laurajay13
    @laurajay13 Рік тому

    Hi Tom, I have the dose setting on the minimum but it weighs approx 18g and the grounds are above the recommended dose line. Can you suggest any other changes that would help this?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Hi Laura, I would suggest to either grind finer, or just stop the grind manually, by pushing the portafilter in again, against the button. You can start and stop any time you like. Then just weigh your dose, and aim for 16 grams.

  • @Wrona7771
    @Wrona7771 2 роки тому

    Hello, what additional accessories do you recommend to buy for this machine to make better use of it...☕️👍

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому +1

      I would suggest an IMS basket, and a better tamper. Check the description box. 👍

  • @resft
    @resft Рік тому

    Good day Tom, all of your videos have really helpful for me and I would like to know if you can help me with one problem, I have this Specialista arte but today when I tried to use it only the hot water light works, even if you try Americano or Spresso it doesnt chage to it so I can onlye get hot water from my machine, do you know how can I fix this?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Oh dear. I think your switch is malfunctioning. Is it still under warranty? Please contact your seller or Delonghi.

    • @resft
      @resft Рік тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner Thanks for the answer, yes the Warranty worked perfectly and they gave me a new machine.

  • @daax8297
    @daax8297 Рік тому

    I have older version of eletta cappuccino top and my problem is that it doesn't make enough coffee.. on manual it says do this and that to customize how much you want and even then the cup is does not get full any solutions?

  • @htxzorrostreaming4249
    @htxzorrostreaming4249 7 місяців тому

    I have a question about the extra grind setting? What’s it for and what range should I choose? First range or second?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  7 місяців тому

      That just means it grinds for another 10 seconds. I'd avoid that setting!

  • @ferguscahillane1993
    @ferguscahillane1993 Місяць тому

    Do you time the shot and if so, are you not counting the eight seconds of infusion time? My shot is coming out way too fast with this machine despite measuring everything out

  • @marinkalvakov2715
    @marinkalvakov2715 Рік тому

    Hi Tom how do i save settings after i have already set them or does it automatically save them
    save them

  • @irenetruong424
    @irenetruong424 Рік тому

    Hi Tom. Would you please let me know the size of filter (51mm or 54mm) basket this machine

  • @fitmna948
    @fitmna948 Рік тому

    Any tips for the La Specialista Prestigo?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Well, the tips are about the same. The Prestigio comes with the built in tamper - I think that is the main difference.

  • @guillermolatorre4451
    @guillermolatorre4451 Рік тому

    Hi Tom, when im doing grinding process, which set bet 10-15 sec / 2 to 6 grind level im still playing it up to now, the amount machine grind always fill max on porta guide, dumping some of ground bean always, any suggestion on this

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Hi Guillermo, I would just set the timer to a lower time, and bump it up slowly. Better to have too little than to waste. You can always start and stop the grinder manually by nudging the button, to add a few more grams.

  • @miguelalvarado4160
    @miguelalvarado4160 2 роки тому

    Tom ¿Are these settings equal in La Specialista Prestigio? Thanks!

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому

      Hey Miguel, no it looks slightly different. The Presigio does not seem to have a setting for the Preinfusion pause Check page 22 of the manual: www.delonghi.com/en/manuals/ec9355-bm-la-specialista-prestigio-manual-espresso-maker/p/EC9355.BM

  • @rennylmontuya3796
    @rennylmontuya3796 Рік тому

    Hi Tom, I have the same machine and wanted to pull a double espresso shot volumetric dose to achieve a 1:2 ratio, Thing is the machine is pulling out the shots too quick and it doesn't reach the optimal zone if I time it.By default settings I have no problem reaching the optimal zone for a good shot,but yields around 70ml of coffee which you can consider as a Lungo. How do I go about this?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Hi Rennyl, can you grind finer? Can you use fresher coffee beans? That does make a difference. Give those two tips a try. Cheers!

  • @adamcox2828
    @adamcox2828 2 роки тому

    Hey Tom, I have got this La Specialista Arte I have got the grind settings set to 5 and the dosage set to 18 secs and the extraction pressure gauge was hitting the middle of the optimal zone and I was getting a strong coffee without the bitter taste, and all of a sudden (I haven't changed any settings just the extraction pause from one second to two seconds) and now it's just passing the optimal zone creating a slightly bitter taste! Have you got any pointer to get it back to the mid optimal zone?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Adam, you could just switch back to your previous preinfusion setting. I feel like the preinfusion on the La Specialista is a tad long anyway, so I switched my pause to 0. Otherwise, the coffee puck is so saturated, that the extraction is too short. At least that is my opinion. Cheers!

  • @ZK-kt5sg
    @ZK-kt5sg Рік тому

    Grinder set at 15 for a double shot seems a bit odd as I can fit 20 in single dose default Delonghi basket perfectly right at inner groove. 🤔

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Hi! Well it depends on the fineness of your grind, and the bean density. So, you have to experiment...cheers!

  • @kamilka4955
    @kamilka4955 Рік тому

    Hi, one question. Was does extra grinding adjustment mean? What is the difference between 1. Range and 2. Range ?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Hi there! After trial and error, I found that it just adds 10 seconds to the grinding time. Cheers!

  • @MMDriven
    @MMDriven 11 місяців тому

    Any idea on why my grinder won’t stop grinding? I just opened it all up and cleaned the burr,but doesn’t seem to stop at the time I set it to. Help pls !

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  11 місяців тому

      While it is time based, it's not really graduated...have you tried setting the shortest time possible?

  • @summeraddison-xy9te
    @summeraddison-xy9te Рік тому

    Hey Tom!! I have this machine, the descale light came on and I was preparing to do so, but I can’t get the mode selector to change from espresso… what am I missing?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      I have heard that issue before. Can you return it under warranty?

  • @TheBedo681
    @TheBedo681 9 місяців тому

    How come when you pull a shot it doesn’t spray all over the place??, I’ve done similar with mine and cut away the bottom revealing the sive but when I pull a shot mine sprays everywhere through the sive unlike yours that just ozzes out slowly????

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  9 місяців тому

      Hello there! Yes, your beans are probably too old - or in other words roasted too long ago.
      These videos may help:
      How to extract the perfect espresso: ua-cam.com/video/piO6c695Op8/v-deo.html
      How to Get Crema: ua-cam.com/video/00NSG9459a8/v-deo.html
      Why Supermarket Coffee Beans are RUINING your Espresso! ua-cam.com/video/5BgMKqu8fJI/v-deo.html

  • @rewaalkahal8478
    @rewaalkahal8478 10 місяців тому

    Hi Tom, I have the same machine. The switch between espresso americano hot water is not working. Wherever I switch it, the indicator stays at espresso. Can you suggest a solution for that?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  10 місяців тому

      I would call Delonghi or whereever you bought it from. Seems to be an issue for some people...

  • @lilqueeniescraftingismypassion
    @lilqueeniescraftingismypassion 3 місяці тому

    Hello, what is first and second range of extra grinding exactly? And volumetric shot, I do apologize just received my machine and UGH is all I can say 😊

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  3 місяці тому

      "Extended grinding range" is pretty useless - it just means it grinds 10 seconds longer. Cheers!

  • @janwell8964
    @janwell8964 Місяць тому

    Will the machine save the setting after volumetric shot? Or do we have to press and hold every time? Thanks

  • @matejzba
    @matejzba Рік тому

    Hi Tom. Do I understand correctly that you are doing single shot from double dose of coffee? In videos I watched you are using cca 16-18g of grounded beans for one 30g shot in extraction time of 25-30seconds. In that case how are you making double espresso - in two cups in one time? Maybe is this question trivial, but I don 't understand. I just bought this machine and I am not able to do turn 7-9g of beans into 30g espresso in 25seconds (with single basket). I tried to change grinding into "1" but it doesn't helps. thanks

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Hi! For a single shot, try 10 grams in, 20 grams out, in 20 seconds or so. If that is not possible, try fresher roasted beans. Also, this machine does not grind super fine, so this ratio in that time might not be attainable. Cheers!

  • @jessicaelsberg792
    @jessicaelsberg792 Рік тому

    Hi 😊 maybe you can help me. The coffee shot coming coming out of my machine is cold. What am I doing wrong?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      My best tip is to warm up the portafilter first, by dunking it in hot water, like from a water kettle. Know what I mean? The portafilter is too cold at room temperature.

  • @sommertime9917
    @sommertime9917 Рік тому

    Hello I am having a problem with my machine the temperature sign won't stop flashing everytime I use the machine! Do you have any suggestions? Thanks

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Contact your dealer - you might have a defective unit.

  • @Eiramilah
    @Eiramilah Рік тому

    Wen you measure a volumetric dose, will it be automatically programmed for the next time you choose espresso? Or do you have to hold the OK button each time?

  • @szilveszterorsos8516
    @szilveszterorsos8516 Рік тому

    Hi Tom!
    Where did you get the bottomless portafilter ? 🤩

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      It's a Neouza, but I am not sure if they are in stock right now...

  • @abdulrehmandastaguir3009
    @abdulrehmandastaguir3009 11 місяців тому

    This has been by the most helpful to this machine. I've had it for a few weeks and haven't come across someone who's explained the settings as well. One question I do have, the portafilter seems a bottomless, not a spout? Mine came with a spouted one - did you buy the bottomless separately?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  11 місяців тому

      Yes, I bought a bottomless myself, and I also made one. But the spouted one is great too.

  • @Mark-zq7xk
    @Mark-zq7xk 8 місяців тому

    When you changed the settings on this video is that the best setting to use? Or did you go back to default settings?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  8 місяців тому

      I like to stay with hot temp, and hard water. Those are my preferences.

    • @Mark-zq7xk
      @Mark-zq7xk 8 місяців тому

      @TomsCoffeeCorner still unable to get mine to around 9 on the like you have done in your videos. Am I doing something wrong? Mine goes almost to the end in high most times.

  • @pauliutiub
    @pauliutiub Рік тому

    Hi Tom, thanks for the video. I am unboxing my La Specialista Arte; the temperature indicator is always off (the trhee ligts) and the cofee selector is always lighted at Hot water, even if I move to Americano or Expresso. Do you know what is the problem?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Some people have had this issue too. Try to return it for a new one.

    • @teescruff6780
      @teescruff6780 3 місяці тому

      I've had this issue, but my machine is way out of warranty now. I had to purchase a specific part which sits behind the selector. Lucky for me mine is stuck on the Americano setting so I can just skip the hot water pour and still get a pull off the head.

  • @alexandramartin30
    @alexandramartin30 11 місяців тому

    My water control stay on americano and doesn’t change to xoresso. How can Infixed?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  11 місяців тому

      That selector switch probably needs to be switched out. Can you return it under warranty?

  • @martuchna6084
    @martuchna6084 2 роки тому +1

    Okay bur what that really mean. This settings? Apart of time off and water hardness I don’t really know what the first 2 settings do.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому +1

      Preinfusion pause is the time to wait after wetting the puck, before the machine starts building up pressure for the extraction.
      I am not sure what the extra grind range does to be honest.

  • @mariodominguez156
    @mariodominguez156 Рік тому +1

    Hello Tim, is this espresso extraction time setting saved in machine or will I always have to press and hold the "OK" button for the desired time and weight?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Hey Mario, once you program the volume, the machine will remember it, even if you unplug it.

    • @nestorting4375
      @nestorting4375 2 місяці тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner Hi Tom! Is there any way to reset it back to factory default time?

  • @bigfish3238
    @bigfish3238 Рік тому

    Hi Tom, just got my machine today, a quick question, the steam wand always stops around 10 seconds, is there anyway to adjust the time? My previous Bambino normally can steam 45 seconds before auto stop. Thanks!

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Hi there, it shouldn't be stopping until you tell it to stop. It will only revert back to coffee mode if you run out of water, from what I know. Might need to check with your dealer if you can return it for a new one.

    • @bigfish3238
      @bigfish3238 Рік тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner Thanks Tom, I believe something is wrong.

  • @davidjervis3356
    @davidjervis3356 Рік тому

    Tom - I am having difficulty with this. How do you decide the temperature ? What do you mean by ‘porter filter’ ‘tear it out’ ‘tear out your scale’ Also what is a pre-infusion pause for ? Confused of UK.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      I would suggest using the hot setting. Taring out the scale just means zeroing it out. The pre-infusion pause is just waiting for the puck to absorb the first bit of water. Cheers!

    • @davidjervis3356
      @davidjervis3356 Рік тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner thanks Tom - I received the machine for Christmas and am looking forward trying to understand it - with your help !

  • @giannisdaceltic1414
    @giannisdaceltic1414 23 дні тому

    Why is the ok button orange tho

  • @alinfs50
    @alinfs50 4 місяці тому

    la specialista - can we increase steam pressure or increase steam temperature?

  • @alinfs50
    @alinfs50 4 місяці тому

    whats this extra grinding adjustment at 1:52 sec can you explain why & how to use it ?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  4 місяці тому +1

      All it does is grind for 10 more seconds. It's a useless and confusing feature.

    • @alinfs50
      @alinfs50 4 місяці тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCornerthis machine ec9155 delonghi -> are they able to brew espresso dark roasts with pure crema ? able to grind dark roasts more finer then level 1 grind on machine ? whats ur experience? 🫡

  • @Eiramilah
    @Eiramilah Рік тому

    I had my dose at 15, the grind setting at 2 just like yours, but I got 9 grams of coffee.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      Haha, well it depends a lot on the type of beans and their roast date.

    • @Eiramilah
      @Eiramilah Рік тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner ok, thank you very much!

  • @gaganb1159
    @gaganb1159 6 місяців тому

    Hi Tom I have tried all settings and still can’t reach optimal zone, I was able to reach before but now it under extract all the time

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  6 місяців тому

      Hello there! Yes, your beans are probably too old - or in other words roasted too long ago.
      These videos may help:
      How to Get Crema: ua-cam.com/video/00NSG9459a8/v-deo.html
      Why Supermarket Coffee Beans are RUINING your Espresso! ua-cam.com/video/5BgMKqu8fJI/v-deo.html

    • @gaganb1159
      @gaganb1159 6 місяців тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner thanks Tom and yes you were right as i went to a local coffee shop and tried beans from there and I got optimum zone with the same settings in first attempt
      Thanks again and please keep posting videos they are great.

  • @draganbogojevic5785
    @draganbogojevic5785 Рік тому

    I want to ask a question about a dose level. When I turn the knob on the Min it actually equals 10 seconds , but you have mentioned that when you set the knob on the 15 just like in the picture it equals 15 seconds .Is there a way to set the time on the dose level in a different way than you have shown ?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      No, unfortunately not. You just have to find a setting that works for you, and try to keep that setting. I would suggest weighing your dose. I can normally get 15-16 grams on the 13-15 setting, depending on the roast and freshness of the beans.

    • @draganbogojevic5785
      @draganbogojevic5785 Рік тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner
      Thank you very much for your answer. Can I ask just one more question? I set the knob on the minimum , I measured the time- which is 10 seconds and I measured the ground coffee- which is 15 grams for dose level 1.I am interested , What time do you get when you turn the knob on the minimum ? I know that maybe it all depends on the coffee beans etc...but still I am curious ! Thanks !

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      @@draganbogojevic5785 Here are the grinding times, based on dial position:
      Dial Time
      Min 4s
      10 8s
      20 13s
      30 17s
      40 22s

    • @draganbogojevic5785
      @draganbogojevic5785 Рік тому

      Hi Tom , thank you for your answer. It's clear that the times are not the same even though it is the same espresso machine.
      Dial Time
      Min -10s
      10-16s
      20-22s
      30-28s
      40- 34s
      I am interested if there is a possibility of adjusting the espresso machine to your exact measures ( time of grinding)? Thanks a lot for your patience !

  • @user-pn5uo2fg8o
    @user-pn5uo2fg8o 7 місяців тому

    Hi, Would anybody know why my machine does not reach the optimum pressure when it is extracting, my grind it set to 2 at the moment
    Thank you

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  7 місяців тому +1

      Hello there! Yes, your beans are probably too old - or in other words roasted too long ago.
      These videos may help:
      How to extract the perfect espresso: ua-cam.com/video/piO6c695Op8/v-deo.html
      How to Get Crema: ua-cam.com/video/00NSG9459a8/v-deo.html
      Why Supermarket Coffee Beans are RUINING your Espresso! ua-cam.com/video/5BgMKqu8fJI/v-deo.html

    • @user-pn5uo2fg8o
      @user-pn5uo2fg8o 7 місяців тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner Hi, thank you for the reply, I have tried another bag of beans and still the same, only reaching to half the pressure it should be, any other reasons this could be the case?
      Thank you

  • @dianemorrall2687
    @dianemorrall2687 2 роки тому

    Our coffee machine doesn't have the scales underneath? Is this an extra accessory you can buy? And what do you mean by pre-infusion?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Diane! I have included a link to the scale in the description. Here it is: geni.us/TimemoreBlackMirror
      As for preinfusion, that is when the coffee puck is wetted, at the beginning of the extraction, and allowed to absorb the water before being hit with the full pressure. Cheers!

    • @dianemorrall2687
      @dianemorrall2687 2 роки тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner thank you so much for this. Does a longer pre infusion make a stronger coffee? I’m not sure what figure I should be aiming for.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому

      @@dianemorrall2687 I wouldn't really say that, but in my experience it makes for a smoother, more well rounded extraction (less bitterness and acidity).

    • @dianemorrall2687
      @dianemorrall2687 2 роки тому

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner thank you. I’ll have a go at a higher number.

  • @NiK160593
    @NiK160593 8 місяців тому

    I need this in German ☹️ edit: I got it!! Thank u!!!

  • @maxk5741
    @maxk5741 2 роки тому +4

    What is extra grinding adjustment even mean . Please explain

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому +1

      Good question...I haven't figured that out yet. I was hoping for an extended grind range. Does anyone know?

    • @gjf133
      @gjf133 2 роки тому

      I'm also wondering the same thing. Has anyone figured this out yet?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому +8

      Ok, I figured it out. With this selected, the grinder just grinds for 10 seconds longer. Here are the grinding times:
      Dial Time
      Min 4s
      10 8s
      20 13s
      30 17s
      40 22s
      Just add 10 seconds to all these numbers, if you use the "Extra Grinding Range". I suggest not to however, or your portafilter will overflow.

    • @Iseedeadmoney
      @Iseedeadmoney Рік тому +1

      Thank you, i was looking for this

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      @@Iseedeadmoney Awesome! 👍🏻

  • @nicegamestv1096
    @nicegamestv1096 Рік тому +1

    Ich habe ein problem, die Milch lässt sich bei mir nicht aufschäumen, sie wird zwar sehr heiß, aber sie schäumt nicht. Ich benutze Vollmilch oder Barista milch, trotzdessen klappt es nicht. Was kann ich tuen und gibt es eine einstellung dafür?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому +1

      Servus! Das ist am Anfang schwierig. Ich habe ein Video darueber gemacht, ich hoffe, das hilft weiter: ua-cam.com/video/J113t5usekE/v-deo.html

    • @nicegamestv1096
      @nicegamestv1096 Рік тому +1

      @@TomsCoffeeCorner Danke!

  • @LyzBrew
    @LyzBrew Рік тому

    Where did you buy the portafilter ?

  • @CarstenBauer
    @CarstenBauer 6 місяців тому

    My PortaFilter doesn't look like yours, it has 2 spouts.

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  6 місяців тому

      Oh yeah, I cut the bottom off mine, to make it bottomless. Cheers!

  • @mohamedmajer1954
    @mohamedmajer1954 2 роки тому

    😍👍👍👍

  • @toocooljonny
    @toocooljonny 2 роки тому

    Nice video to have as a reference, thanks Tom.
    p.s.
    Where did you get the naked/open portafilter?
    I'm a Delonghi la Specialista Arte owner too .
    I'm afraid to buy a naked portafilter from China as you're not always guaranteed good quality or even fit size.
    I was lusting after your naked portafilter when I seen it.🤭

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому +2

      Hey Jonny, I made that portafilter actually. I will post a video about it soon, so stay tuned for that!

  • @andreaalvarez3336
    @andreaalvarez3336 9 місяців тому

    Quisiera en español por favor

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  9 місяців тому

      Good thinking. I just uploaded captions for many languages, including spanish. Thanks! Tom

  • @inwoodspakig8735
    @inwoodspakig8735 2 роки тому

    Hi where can I buy the bottomless filter the one u using?

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  2 роки тому

      I am not sure, does anyone know of a good fit? I made this one, and I will release a video soon, on how I did it.

    • @johnruddleston805
      @johnruddleston805 Рік тому

      This portafilter set works perfectly.
      Neouza 51mm portafilter combo set complete with baskets and tools from Amazon. Nice bit of kit.

  • @jetonemroja4517
    @jetonemroja4517 Рік тому

    I cannot switch from coffe to tea. Hwlp

    • @TomsCoffeeCorner
      @TomsCoffeeCorner  Рік тому

      You might have to contact DeLonghi, if your selector switch isn’t working.