Espressione-Ariete (a company of De'Longhi Group) 1324 Cafe Minuetto Professional Die-Cast Espresso/Cappuccino Maker, Silver Powerful 15 bar thermoblock pump for fast and safe heating Large removable 1.1 liter transparent water tank Works with both ground coffee and ESE serving pods Error control and overheat protection to ensure proper brewing and frothing Thermo cream system and Maxi-Cappuccino device optimize the temperature and frothing functions to produce smooth and creamy cappuccinos Awarded Consumer Digests Best Buy designation at the Premium level! NOTE: Customers must kindly read the instructions. Following them customers will find this is a very simple and easy unit to operate.