The Gaggia Baby Twin offers an innovative new take on home semi-automatic espresso machine design: two boilers. With one boiler for brewing and a thermoblock for steam, there’s no downtime between brewing and steaming. Entertaining friends, getting through the morning rush at your house, or just making an afternoon latte is quick and easy. Plus, the Gaggia Baby Twin has all of the great features Gaggia is known for, including a commercial-grade portafilter and brew group, three-way solenoi
I am so ready to buy this machine but for one problem. We like big lattes, and the cups we have are between 3.5 and 4" tall. I don't want to have to make the espresso in one cup or pitcher and then pour it into another cup. The specs on the machine say it only accommodates 3.5" cups (and that's bigger than some of the other Gaggias). Is this really a limitation, or can taller cups be slid in? Thanks!
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This is the first real espresso maker I have ever owned. I have had this machine for 5 days now and I have not had a bad espresso or cappuccino yet. The machine is fast and efficient to heat up, and makes an excellent shot every time. I'm using lavazza super crema, and a gaggia MDF set on 4 for...
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Just received my new Gaggia Baby Twin, and within 30min of unpacking it, had it clean, operational and was enjoying my first shot.
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This is my current and first espresso machine. I've had it for just a little over 6 months now and I think I'm finally getting consistent shots, but not a fault of the machine. More as a result of my learning process and consistency in my own technique. The Baby Twin works well for me. I have it...
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Hello,
I was wondering how you clean the filter in the water basket. I've tried using a q-tip but it doesn't remove all the build up.
Thanks!
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techkathy You can remove the filter from the water tank. Just pull it out. You can use some soap and water to get it completely clean. Then just push it back into place.
Miranda Moller Great, I'll try it out. Maybe I'm just not strong enough?! Thank you for the response.
My Gaggia Gaggia Coffee that I purchased 7 years ago needed to be replaced. Quality espresso is important to me, but I also wanted the ability to make a latte for guests without waiting for the boiler to heat up.
My Gaggia Baby Twin has been working flawlessly for a month now. I'm very pleased...
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Daniel Moraldo ♦ It is a great machine. Despite those minor flaws you mentioned, it does make an outstanding espresso. Glad to hear you are enjoying your new toy!
Is there a way you can test the bar pressure? im just curious since the flow coming out sometimes doesnt seem as strong as it used to be, even if i dont pack the coffee too hard. i just descaled the machine about 2 weeks ago after roughly a years use, also clean the machine regularly run water through to keep the lines clean, and clean the shower disc every so many uses.
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mjackson ♦ Ferdinando,
I would say descale more often perhaps at least 4-5 times a year. I think you may also want to clean the group head more and the three way solenoid as well This should help -http://www.wholelattelove.com/videos.cfm?playvidID=545
Gaggia 3 way solenoid disassembly and cleaning instructions:
The solenoid is the black/blue cube (depending on year), part # 27 on the Classic, and part #21 on most Baby models.
You will want to do the following to remove:
1) Turn off and unplug the espresso machine. Make sure that it is cool before beginning the procedure.
2) Remove the top of the machine. Use the exploded diagram for references, as the setup will differ based on model/production date.
3) Locate the solenoid. It will be behind the boiler, slightly to the left if you are facing the front of the machine. It looks like a black or blue cube with a tube coming out of the top.
4) Remove the tubing (usually black in color) coming from the top of it by squeezing and sliding the small clamp up the tube. Remove the top nut that is now accessible on the top of the black cube.
5) Remove the wires, keeping track of which one goes on which post. You can use a marker to mark each one.
6) Now lift the solenoid cube straight up and out of the machine. You will now see a metal shaft exposed. Look underneath the metal shaft, and locate the 2 Allen bolts that hold the lower assembly onto the boiler. (The 2 o-rings, part 29 (Classic)/part 17 (Baby) are right behind the assembly you are removing – be careful not to lose these)
7) Remove the 2 bolts, and the entire shaft assembly. Once off of the machine, unscrew the brass nut located near the bottom of the metal shaft. This will release it from the lower assembly as seen above. Once this is apart you will see a spring wrapped piece of metal that has an internal spring of its own.
8) Press inwards on either end of the small metal piece, making sure the plastic caps on either end of the internal spring can be compressed a bit, and that they pop out afterwards.
9) Using a paperclip or other small device, clean the holes in the Upper shaft and lower assembly. There will be 4 holes, making 2 passageways, both of which should be clear. You can also use your espresso machine descaler to make sure that the metal parts are clean.
10) Lubricate the internal solenoid piece with food safe grease, and re-install with the narrower end pointing downwards. The narrower end will have a larger button in the center.
11) Re-install after cleaning and re-lubricating in reverse order.
Ferdinando DePierro Thanks for reply mjackson. i did some trouble shooting and came to the conclusion that it was the pressurized filter basket. i watched the videos on here on how to clean them, and a google search for other tips, but that was my problem. Tho not every little hole is back to perfect the pressure is back up to normal. I sometimes left coffee in the basket and i think over the year it ended up getting clogged. i know now to keep it clean.
I have had this machine for almost a year now and i love it. I have the Gaggia burr grinder and and tray with knock drawer. This machine along with the grinder makes me feel like a real barista. I read a lot of negative reviews about it and a lot of problems with the control computer but i havent...
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I like my Baby Twin.
I have been using a Baby Twin daily for just over two years now to make 6-8 double shots per day and it makes a very good shot without any problems so far except for corrosion underneath the powder coated base where it meets the stainless steel tower. The drip tray is small...
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Well made and a great value. Remember to do your upkeep however. Mineral build-up through the machine and milk build up in the wand can affect the long term viability of the machine. Makes great espresso. The milk wand can be a little fussy and I have used better ones but no real complaints....
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techkathy Tom - You can tip a cup and slid it under the coffee spouts. The steam wand is on a ball joint so its easier to fit a taller cup underneath. You can also remove the spouts. They are threaded to the body of the portafilter.
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