The touchscreen on the Swiss Plus SEM-2230DS shows Espresso X1 and Espresso X2. For a small espresso, start with X1. For a double shot or a more pronounced coffee base in a milk drink, try X2 with the appropriate basket.
Match the basket to your shot before selecting a mode
Check the basket markings or the machine’s instructions to identify the right size for your shot. Use an amount of coffee that fits that basket, following any markings or guidance supplied with the machine. Distribute the grounds evenly and brush loose coffee off the rim before fitting the portafilter.
Official product photo showing the Espresso X1 and X2 options on the panel, with the portafilter and removable components beside the machine.
When to use a single or double shot
If you want… | Start with | What to check |
|---|---|---|
A small espresso | Espresso X1 with the single-shot basket | Set the cup directly beneath the coffee outlet. |
A double shot | Espresso X2 with the double-shot basket | Use a cup large enough to catch both streams. |
A milk drink | Choose the shot to suit the amount of milk and your taste | If the coffee gets lost in the milk, try a double shot as the base. |
Before brewing and after the shot
Check that the removable tank is seated, the tray is in place, and the portafilter is locked according to the markings on the machine. Once the machine is ready, select the mode on the panel. Wait until the flow has stopped completely and follow the machine’s instructions before releasing the portafilter.
Adjust one thing at a time to improve the taste
Make your first shot with one coffee, one basket, and one mode. If the flow is fast and the shot tastes thin or sharp, try a slightly finer grind while keeping the other variables steady. If the flow is very slow and the cup tastes dry and heavy, try going a little coarser. Our home coffee grinding guide can help you find a starting point.
Taste the difference in your usual cup
Taste the single and double shots before adding milk or water. If you usually make a milk drink, keep the amount of milk the same for both trials. That gives you a better sense of which shot makes the drink taste balanced to you.
Where to check the machine specifications
The SEM-2230DS product page lists a touch panel, a display with temperature and time indicators, a removable water tank, and a removable tray. To see other options, browse the Swiss Plus espresso machine range.
