dorkroast Senior Member Joined: 3 Oct 2012 Posts: 78 Location: CA Expertise: I live coffee
Espresso: Gaggia Classic Grinder: Mazzer Mini Roaster: Popcorn Pumper
Posted Sat Jan 5, 2013, 9:59pm Subject: Re: I got my Gaggia Classic! (And some problems with it.)
I didn't see it in your posts but did you buy your machine new? From what I understand all current Classics come with the standard double basket as well as the pressurized single and double.
If not, you'll not really be able to start your espresso adventure in earnest until after your new goodies show up.
I've found grind to be pretty important with my classic. I adjust it almost every day with the same beans, and even more if I switch beans.
Ceridan Senior Member Joined: 10 Dec 2012 Posts: 31 Location: Prague Expertise: Just starting
Espresso: Rowenta Opio Grinder: Hario Slim
Posted Mon Jan 7, 2013, 6:08am Subject: Re: I got my Gaggia Classic! (And some problems with it.)
No problem, you did just point out, how important it is :) Btw, do i have to order the pressure head gasket in advance? I mean when I'll probably have to replace the current one?
D4F Senior Member Joined: 15 Mar 2012 Posts: 1,193 Location: USA Expertise: I like coffee
Espresso: Gaggia Classic PID Grinder: Preciso
Posted Tue Jan 8, 2013, 10:41am Subject: Re: I got my Gaggia Classic! (And some problems with it.)
The plastic plate helps stop splash back out ot the tray when/if you get a forceful release of the 3 way. I see that more with backflush that brew. I leave it out as it is just another piece to wash and fit back in.
Doubles are easier to make than singles, especially when you are getting used to the machine. Make doubles and waste half if you really only want a single, or use a non-pressurized single basket. You may have trouble switching back and forth.
Coffeenoobie Senior Member Joined: 11 Dec 2011 Posts: 2,320 Location: PNW Expertise: I like coffee
Espresso: N S Oscar Grinder: Vario W
Posted Tue Jan 8, 2013, 10:44am Subject: Re: I got my Gaggia Classic! (And some problems with it.)
Double shots are my standard espresso. It is easier for me to do and that is the normal shot strength you get here in the PNW. Some cafes have it posted at the bottom of the menu signs. So that is what I do. No idea about the plate in the water tray.
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