Saeco's model Family was amongst the first fully automatic espresso machines introduced in mid 1980s. It was sold in three different models: These machines have the original brew group without pre-infusion valve. The water tank was larger taking the top left half of the machine. There was enough hot water for serving tea and hot chocolate.  The coffee dose was adjusted with a knob that engaged a rheo-stat switch to increase or decrease the dose. The Family models typically have a five step timer to operate a series of functions beginning with grinding, emptying of coffee grounds in the brew group, moving the brew group to brew mode, pumping water for espresso and then bringing the brew group back to home position. There are few units still in use. Replacement parts and selected model specific parts are available. When necessary, parts can be ordered. The operating manual of only one model Family twin is available. The exploded diagrams below explain most of the parts locations.

Family Superautomatic Family Twin and Family Electronic

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