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Slayer Single Group User Manual

Slayer Single Group
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Espresso tastes sour
Espresso feel thin
Espresso extracts quickly
Espresso has no crema
Coarser grind setting (large particles)
Shorter extraction time
Reduced body
Enhanced clarity
Recommended when…
Espresso tastes bitter
Espresso feels muddy
Espresso extracts slowly
For recommendations regarding espresso grinders, see “Recommended Tools &
Accessories” on page 8.
Dose Weight
Dose weight refers to the amount of ground coffee used for a single serving of
espresso. When considered alongside the beverage yield, dose weight is part of
the brew ratio, which correlates with the perceived strength of the espresso and
influences the extraction process. Slayer recommends using a scale to measure
19-21 grams of ground coffee per espresso serving. Begin with 20 grams, then
adjust dose weight as necessary, noting these rules:
Heavier dose
Increased flavor intensity
Longer extraction time
Recommended when…
Espresso tastes sour
Espresso feels thin
Espresso extracts quickly
Espresso has no crema
Lighter dose
Decreased flavor intensity
Shorter extraction time
Recommended when…
Espresso tastes bitter
Espresso feels muddy
Espresso extracts slowly
For recommendations regarding scales, see “Recommended Tools & Accessories”
on page 8.
Bed Depth
With most espresso machines, firmly tamping ground coffee is essential to
forming a puck through which water will evenly flow. Due to its slower
introduction of water, Slayer changes the importance of tamping: instead of
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Slayer Single Group Specifications

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Boiler TypeDual Boiler
Brew Temperature ControlPID
Groups1
Pre-infusionProgrammable
Voltage110V/220V
Water SourcePlumbed or Reservoir
Pump TypeRotary

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