CoffeeGeek received the Francis! Francis! X3 in October, 2002.
Testing was conducted in three sessions:
- October, 2002,
- January - February, 2003
- July - August, 2003
Testing Tools Used:
- Fluke Series 52 II Dual Bead Probe Thermometer
- Salter Gram Scale (0.2g accuracy)
- Salter Scale (25lb capacity)
- CoffeeGeek Grouphead brew temperature tool
Coffee and Equipment Used:
- Intelligentsia Black Cat Espresso Blend (Intelligentsia is now CoffeeGeek's official coffee supplier. All future reviews will use their coffee exclusively)
- JJ Bean, Nero Forte
- CoffeeGeek HouseBlend
- Brita Filtered Water
- Mazzer Mini Grinder
- Innova Flat Bur Grinder
- Solis Maestro Grinder
- Solis Maestro Plus Grinder
- Reg Barber Tamper (57mm)
- Innova Arc Espresso Machine
- La Marzocco Linea Espresso Machine
- Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine
- Gaggia Classic Espresso Machine
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As a new feature in the CoffeeGeek Detailed Reviews, we'll be listing as many specifications as we can find on a machine. Some of these results come from Manufacturer statements; most are measured by CoffeeGeek.
| Name |
X3 |
| Company |
Francis! Francis! |
| Manufacturer |
Quaha Italia |
| Designer |
Luca Trazzi |
| Country of Origin |
Italy |
| Manufacture Date |
January, 2001 |
| Machine Type |
Consumer, Semi Automatic Espresso Machine |
| Height |
29.7cm (11.7") |
| Height with Cups |
34.3cm (13.5") |
| Width (widest point) |
18cm (7.1") |
| Depth |
26cm (10.25") |
| Depth with Plug |
31.2cm (12.3") |
| Weight Empty |
n/a |
| Weight Full |
n/a |
| Reservoir Size |
1.28l (43.5oz) |
| Boiler Size |
175ml (5.9oz) |
| Filter Size |
57mm |
| Portafilter Material |
Chromed Brass, Plastic |
| Portafilter Spring |
Yes |
| Portafilter Clasp |
No |
| Portafilter Spout Type |
Removable, Double Spout |
| Second Portafilter |
Yes, Pod Design |
| Filter Baskets Supplied |
Single, Double |
| Blind Filter Supplied |
No |
| Backflush Capable |
No |
| Machine Materials, Outer |
Stainless Steel, Plastic |
| Boiler Material |
Marine Grade Brass |
| Grouphead Material |
Chromed Brass |
| Steam Wand |
Yes, Froth Aider Style |
| Steam Wand Movement |
360 Degree |
| Wand Clearance |
9.2cm (3.6") |
| Hot Water Capable |
Yes |
| Drip Tray Volume |
370ml (12.5oz) |
| Cup Height to Portafilter |
7.6cm (3") |
| Machine Controls |
Power, Pump Activation, Steam Thermostat Activation |
| Machine Control Type |
Mechanical, On/Off Switches, Steam Knob |
| Indicator Lights |
Two: Power, Boiler Active |
| Pressure Relief Valve |
No |
| Heat Exchanger |
No |
| Dual Boiler |
No |
| Dual Use Single Boiler |
Yes |
| Cup Warmer |
Yes |
| Cup Storage Space |
Six Cups and Tamper |
| Cup Warming Temps |
45C |
| Watts |
110-120 |
| Volts |
1100 |
| Suggested Retail |
$399 |
| Lowest Retail |
$399 |
| Safety Certified |
Yes, (c)UL USA Listed |
| Included in Box |
Two portafilters, one for traditional ground coffee, one for pods. Tamper. Manual. Can of Illy Pods. Warranty Card, Post Card. |
| Warranty |
Yes, One Year, from Reseller |
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