The beautifully slim line JURA A1 Piano Black coffee machine is modernizing the coffee drinking experience. The espresso brewing processhas been perfected with a world first: P.E.P. . (Pulse ExtractionProcess) technology which enhances the extraction time when makingespresso or ristretto to guarantee expert, barista style coffee everytime. The A1 has been designed with simplicity in mind. Convenientlyselect your specialty coffee and enjoy the show, it’s that easy. Withsimple operating controls on the top of machine. An intelligentpreheating feature ensures that the coffee is always piping hot whilesaving energy when not in use. A CLARIS Smart water filter removessubstances which impair the flavour of the coffee (such as heavy metalsand chlorine) and also helps to prevent harmful lime scale build-upinside the machine. The integrated Intelligent Water System (I.W.S.)automatically senses when a new filter has been installed and promptsyou to change it when require. 98% of coffee is water - the better thequality of the water, the purer and less adulterated the aroma. Freshcoffee beans are gently ground with a third generation Aroma G3 conicalburr grinder preserving all the delicate flavours and aroma.Cutting-edge thermoblock heating technology instantaneously heats therequired amount of water when needed for optimum results and energyefficiency. The removable 1.1L water tank is easily accessible at theside of the coffee machine, inside which a CLARIS Smart water filter canbe installed. The CLARIS cartridge filters the water immediately beforeeach preparation, removing impurities and improving the taste of thecoffee. All JURA coffee machines are designed to be easy to use andmaintain. The A1 is no exception. When prompted, simply press a buttonand the brew unit (infuser) is automatically cleaned at 80°C saving youtime and effort.