Rocket Espresso Rocket Bicocca
| Maker | Rocket Espresso |
|---|---|
| Boiler | Dual boiler |
| Brew boiler | 0.5 L |
| Steam boiler | 1.5 L |
| Water tank | 1.8 L |
| Plumb-in | Yes, or reservoir |
| Voltage (US) | 115V |
| Maker's water filter | Not listed |
What water does this machine require?
Rocket Espresso publishes 2 limits our water check uses for this machine. Each is quoted in the maker's own words below.
| What | The maker's limit | Where it comes from |
|---|---|---|
| Total hardness | 40–70 ppm (our conversion of the maker's 4–7 °fH) | Written for this model. The maker's words for Total hardness. |
| Total hardness | 35.7–71.4 ppm (our conversion of the maker's 2–4 °dH) | Written for this model. The maker's words for Total hardness. |
Will my water work with this machine?
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The maker's water guidance
From Rocket Espresso's guidance for this model.
Total hardness: 4–7 °fH
“The water hardness must be between F° 4 - 7° (French) / 2 - 4 °d (German).”
Total hardness: 2–4 °dH
“The water hardness must be between F° 4 - 7° (French) / 2 - 4 °d (German).”
Water type
“In both cases, the water must have the characteristics indicated in par. 3.5.”
Water type
“The machine has to operate with clean soft drinking water. Never attempt to operate the machine with water of a hardness other than that specified in paragraph 3.5.”
Plumbed-in water
“The manufacturer recommends the use of an inline filter.”
Hardness setting
“By pressing the button it is possible to increase and decrease the sensitivity (three levels of adjustment) of the water presence sensor in the boiler depending on the hardness of the water used.”
Where to buy
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