Victoria Arduino Venus Bar Semiautomatic Espresso Maker This item is on special order: 4-6 Months Required. For a limited time, we're offering a FREE Gold warranty for this machine. ($2,140 Value) View our entire  Victoria Arduino collection to see everything from this brand. Standard Gold -2-year Parts Warranty -No Labor Warranty -Single Point of Contact for all Service Needs-Receive and Inspect Machine for Damage-Bench Test Machine-Installation Coordination of Facilities-Water Quality/Clarity Test-Professional Installation*-Equipment Maintenance Training-24 Hour Business Day Response-Automatic Warranty Claim Processing-Free Installation of Water Softening System-Guaranteed No Freight Damage-Lifetime Warranty on Copper Boilers-1 Year Labor Warranty-1 Courtesy/Nuisance Call**Panini Grills, Grinders, Oscar, Musica PO & Venus Family -Installation and setup services are not included; Parts & Labor Offsite * Beyond Point Charges: If Nuova Distribution USA does not have a service technician within 3 hours driving time of the install location, extra travel charges will apply.Overtime charges: Installation must occur during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM). Additional charges will apply for installations outside of regular business hours.   Description Historic, Elegant, Powerful Suitable for: Specialty coffee shops, medium volume locations. A coffee machine that tells the history of espresso and is symbolic of espresso machines handmade. The Venus Bar, with its vertical body, technical features and use of the finest materials, continues to be a coffee machine appreciated for its design and for its technology. History Venus is the goddess of the Roman pantheon. It is a name that evokes the essence of beauty, the opulence of form, elegance, grace and the enticing femininity of the woman who won Paris in exchange for Helen’s love for him. Even today, the Venus seems to preserve the splendor of the goddess from which it takes its name, with its large and gentle mirrored surfaces. It is a distraction that fascinates and wins you over. The Venus wants to take the splendor of the Victoria Arduino brand back to just after the Second World War, and it does so through an espresso machine with its form and pure materials. In a world that changes so abruptly, the Venus stands out forcefully, overcoming and embellishing the daily ritual of enjoying a cup of coffee with its elegant and impressive style. Design The Venus comes in two different versions; chrome and copper. Once a version is chosen a craftsmen hammers the body into its iconic design. Meaning that each Victoria Arduino espresso machine exterior is the result of careful endeavor by skilled craftsmen, who work on each piece with great attention to detail. Once crafted the machine is coated with a scratchproof finish. Refined Technology The freestanding Venus Bar creates a drier, hotter steam that guarantees the most excellent creaminess in a cappuccino. Two or three groups are available adapting to individual needs. Faithful to the reliability of Victoria Arduino professional coffee machines, the Venus Bar has a double safety system with valve and thermostat, while the hydraulic systems maintain perfect thermal stability. In the semi-automatic version – more similar to the traditional model – simply pull the lever to dispense coffee, while in the volumetric version, just press a button. Simply rotate the taps for hot water or steam. Using the machine is straightforward and intuitive and, given the simplicity of the movements and mechanisms, the machine is extremely durable. Standard Features Available Gravimetric - Scale built directly into the machine weighs each extracted shot for optimal consistency. Also allows the barista to preprogram desired weights. X T3 System - 3-4 copper boilers working together allowing the barista to independently set the temperature for each group head. X Volumetric Dosing -Allows the barista or operator to program the dosage. Often allowing for different dosages on different group heads. This means that the barista can start the brewing process knowing the machine will end it automatically at the pre programmed dosage. X Manual Dosing - A single button that begins and ends the brewing process. ✔ LCD Display - Controls doses, boiler pressure, pre-infustion, and even energy savings settings. X Raised Group Heads - Allows for larger cups to be placed directly below the group head. X Cool Touch Wands - This technology significantly reduces the temperature of the wands during the steaming process. This reduces the time it takes to clean the wand and eliminates a safety hazard for baristas. ✔ Surface Leds - Barista can always see what they're doing with LEDs positioned strategically around the machine. X Push Pull Steam - An ergonomic and more user-friendly upgrade to the turning steam wands. X Soft Infusion System - Reduces the need for proper tamping and leads to more consistent espresso. Eliminates human error. X Automated Cleanings - Machines comes with an automated cleaning process. Barista can use the digital display to select the desired group or groups to be cleaned. X Power Saving Options - T3 Technology Plus Software Allows this machine to be extremely energy efficient. X Reverse Mirror - Back plate acts like a mirror allowing the barista to monitor every aspect of the brewing process. X Bar Pump Gauge - Makes it easier than ever to check pressure profiles. ✔ Specs 2 Group 3 Group Machine Length 17" 20" Machine Height 37" 43" Machine Width 17" 20" Boiler Size - In multiboiler systems, this is the total boiler capacity when they are added together. 7.6 lt 14.8 lt Volts 220v 220v Watts 2000 2700 Amp Draw 10 12 Power Input Nema 6-20 Nema 6-20 Water Connection Required - Drain hoses and water hookup lines are provided with all direct connect machines. ✔ ✔ Drain Required - Open gravity drain of 1.25 inch I.D. ✔ ✔ AutoSteam Capable - Machine supports some version of autosteam. A system that simplifies the milk steaming process. X X   Color Options The Athena Leva is available in Brass, Chrome, and Copper depending on the model and number or groups chosen. Warranty & Water Warranty Info All of our espresso machines come standard with our 2 year manufacturer warranty. We also sell additional dealer warranties which can be found above. Water Info The installation of a water softener is mandatory for all users that don't meet the required water specifications, failure to do so will void your warranty. It is recommend to always add a water filter to your order if you do not have one already. Replacement time of filters depends the water and quantity of drinks being made (see estimating calculator). View Calculator Documents and Downloads View Documents and Downloads