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BES870 Instruction Manual
BES870 Instruction Manual
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• Do not use the Barista • Do not operate the
Express™ on a sink drain grinder without the
board. hopper lid in position.
• Do not place the Barista Keep fingers, hands, hair,
Express™ on or near a hot clothing and utensils away
gas or electric burner, or from the hopper during
where it could touch a operation.
heated oven. • Use only cold, tap water in
• Do not use the Barista the water tank. Do no use
Express™ inside a cabinet. any other liquid.
• Always ensure the Barista • Never use the Barista
Express™ is properly Express™ without water in
assembled before the water tank.
connecting to power • Ensure the portafilter
outlet and operating. is firmly inserted and
Follow the instructions secured into the brewing
provided in this book. head before using the
• The appliance is not machine.
intended to be operated • Never remove the
by means of an external portafilter during the
timer or separate remote brewing operation as
control system. the machine is under
• Do not use attachments pressure.
other than those provided • Cleaning and user
with the Barista Express™. maintenance must not
• Do not attempt to operate be performed by children
the Barista Express™ by without supervision.
any method other than • Do not move the Barista
those described in this Express™ whilst in
book. operation.
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• Do not leave the Barista SPECIFIC
Express™ unattended
when in use. INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not touch hot surfaces. FOR WATER
Allow the Barista FILTER
Express™ to cool down • Filter cartridge should
before moving or cleaning be kept out of reach of
any parts. children.
• Do not place anything, • Store filter cartridges in a
other than cups for dry place in the original
warming, on top of the packaging.
Barista Express™. • Protect cartridges from
• Always switch off the heat and direct sunlight.
Barista Express™ by • Do not use damaged filter
pressing the POWER cartridges.
button to ‘Off’, switch
off at the power outlet • Do not open filter
and unplug if appliance cartridges.
is to be left unattended, • If you are absent for a
if not in use, before prolonged period of time,
cleaning, before empty the water tank and
attempting to move the replace the cartridge.
appliance, disassembling,
assembling and when
storing the appliance.
• Keep the appliance and
accessories clean. Follow
the cleaning instructions
provided in this book.
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IMPORTANT • Children should be
supervised to ensure
SAFEGUARDS they do not play with the
FOR ALL appliance.
ELECTRICAL • It is recommended to
APPLIANCES regularly inspect the
appliance. Do not use the
• Unwind the power cord appliance if power cord,
fully before use. power plug or appliance
• Do not let the power cord becomes damaged in
hang over the edge of anyway. Return the
a bench or table, touch entire appliance to
hot surfaces, or become the nearest authorised
knotted. Breville Service Centre
• To protect against electric for examination and/or
shock do not immerse repair.
power cord, power plug or • Any maintenance other
appliance in water or any than cleaning should
other substance. be performed at an
• This appliance is not authorised Breville
intended for use by Service Centre.
persons (including • This appliance is
children) with reduced recommended for
physical, sensory or mental household use only.
capabilities, or lack of Do not use this appliance
experience or knowledge, for anything other than its
unless they have been intended use.
given supervision or Do not use in moving
instruction concerning vehicles or boats. Do not
use of the appliance by use outdoors. Misuse may
a person responsible for cause injury.
their safety.
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• The installation of
a residual current
device (safety switch)
is recommended to
provide additional safety
protection when using
electrical appliances.
It is advisable that a
safety switch with a rated
residual operating current
not exceeding 30mA be
installed in the electrical
circuit supplying the
appliance.
See your electrician for
professional advice.
WARNING
Fully unwind the cord
before use.
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Components
A
B
H
D I
E J
K
F
G
M
N
8
P
O
Q
R
S
T
V
W
Cord Storage.
Located under the water tank.
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Functions
NOTE
To purchase water filters contact Breville
Customer Service Centre on 1300 139 798
(Australia) or 0800 273 845 (New Zealand).
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FILLING THE WATER TANK There are 18 settings on the GRIND SIZE
select dial - The smaller the number, the finer
• Ensure the water filter is securely fitted inside
the tank. the grind size. The larger the number, the
coarser the grind size. We recommend you
• Fill the water tank with cold tap water to the start at the No. 5 setting and adjust as required.
maximum mark on the side of the tank and
slide the water tank back into position at the
back of the machine.
• Plug the power cord into power outlet and
switch On at power point.
• Press the POWER button. The POWER
button surround will flash while the machine
is heating. When the correct temperature has
been reached, all the button surrounds on the
control panel will illuminate.
NOTE
Check the water level before use and replace
the water daily. The water tank should be filled
with fresh, cold tap water before each use. FILTER SIZE
Do not use de-mineralised or distilled water or
any other liquid.
SINGLE DOUBLE
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ADJUSTING THE GRIND AMOUNT
Set the GRIND AMOUNT dial to the
3 o’clock position as a starting point for dose
amount. Adjust towards LESS or MORE as
required to adjust the dose amount so the cap
on the supplied tamper is level with the top
edge of the filter basket rim, AFTER tamping.
the Razor™
Precision dose trimming tool
NOTE
You may need to adjust the GRIND AMOUNT
dial a few times to achieve the correct grind
amount. Insert the Razor™ into the coffee basket
until the shoulders of the tool rest on the
MANUAL DOSING rim of the filter basket. The blade of the dosing
• With the portafilter inserted, push and hold tool should penetrate the surface of the tamped
the micro switch down until the desired coffee.
amount of ground coffee has been dosed. Rotate the Razor™ dosing tool back and forth
• To stop the function during a manual grind while holding the portafilter on an angle over
function, simply release the portafilter. This the knock box to trim off excess coffee.
will release the activation switch to stop the
grind function.
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Insert portafilter into group head to extract PRE-PROGRAMMED
coffee. SHOT VOLUME – 2 CUP
Press the 2 CUP button once. A preset double
espresso volume of approx. 60ml will be
INSERT LOCK extracted. The machine will automatically stop
once the preset volume has been extracted.
PRE-PROGRAMMED
PROGRAM
SHOT VOLUME – 1 CUP
Press the 1 CUP once. A preset single espresso
volume of approximately 30ml will be NOTE
extracted. The machine will automatically stop Pressing the 1 CUP or 2 CUP buttons during
once the preset volume has been extracted. a programmed espresso will immediately stop
the extraction.
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RESETTING DEFAULT VOLUMES ESPRESSO PRESSURE GAUGE
To reset the machine to the default 1 CUP
and 2 CUP shot volumes and espresso water IDEAL ESPRESSO ZONE
temperature press and hold the PROGRAM The gauge needle, when positioned in
button until the machine beeps three times. the middle zone during extraction, indicates
Release the PROGRAM button. The machine the espresso will be extracted at the ideal
will return to its original default setting. pressure.
NOTE
Default settings: 1 CUP shot volume is approx.
30ml. 2 CUP is approx. 60ml.
NOTE
For optimal flavour when using a 1 CUP filter
basket, you should extract approx. 30ml. When
using a 2 cup filter basket, you should extract
approx. 60ml.
WARNING
The metal parts of the portafilter will be
very hot.
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OVER EXTRACTED ZONE USING THE STEAM DIAL
The gauge needle, when positioned in the • Position the steam tip over the drip tray.
upper zone during extraction, indicates the Turn the STEAM selector dial to the steam
espresso has been extracted with too much position. The white steam light will flash to
pressure. This occurs when the water flow indicate the machine is heating to create
through the ground coffee is too slow and steam.
results in an over extracted espresso that is • When the steam light stops flashing the
very dark and bitter with a mottled and uneven steam wand is ready for use.
crema. • Before inserting the wand into the milk,
Causes for over extraction include the grind pause the steam by returning the dial back
being too fine and/or too much ground coffee to the STANDBY position. This will avoid
in filter basket. the milk splashing out of the jug (this pause
function lasts for approx 8 seconds before
exiting steam mode).
• Insert the wand into the milk and turn
the steam dial from Standby to the Steam
position to begin texturing.
• To stop, return the STEAM dial to the
STANDBY position and remove the jug.
TEXTURING MILK
The Breville Barista Express™ comes complete
with a commercial style 360˚stainless steel
steam wand.
NOTE
WARNING
When the espresso machine creates steam,
Ensure the STEAM DIAL is in the STANDBY
a pumping noise can be heard. This is the
position before removing the steam wand from
normal operation of the 15 bar Italian pump.
the frothing jug.
NOTE
After 5 minutes of continuous steaming, the
machine will automatically disable the steam
function. The steam light will flash. When this
occurs return the steam dial to the STANDBY
position.
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USING HOT WATER OUTLET
Turn the STEAM/HOT WATER selector dial
to the hot water position. The white steam light
will flash to indicate the machine is heating to
create hot water.
When the steam light stops flashing, the hot
water is up to temperature. POWER PROGRAM
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6. Increase Water Temperature +2˚C: PRE-HEATING
In Advanced Mode, press the 2 CUP button.
Heating your cup or glass
A warm cup will help maintain the coffee’s
optimal temperature. Pre-heat your cup by
rinsing with hot water and place on the cup
warming tray.
SINGLE DOUBLE
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SELECTING A FILTER BASKET
NOTE
Single Wall Filter Baskets Regardless of whether you use Single Wall or
Use Single Wall filter baskets if grinding fresh Dual Wall filter baskets, use the 1 CUP basket
whole coffee beans. Single Wall filter baskets when brewing a single cup and the 2 CUP
allow you to experiment with grind, dose and basket when brewing two cups or a stronger
tamp to create a more balanced espresso. single cup or mug.
The provided filter baskets are designed for:
1 CUP basket = approx. 8–10g.
If using pre-ground coffee, this is approx.
2 level tablespoons.
2 CUP basket = approx. 15–18g.
If using pre-ground coffee, this is approx.
1 CUP 2 CUP 3 level tablespoons.
If using freshly ground coffee, this is approx.
Dual Wall Filter Baskets 4 level tablespoons.
Use Dual Wall filter baskets if using pre-ground The reason for this difference is that pre-
coffee. Dual Wall filter baskets regulate the ground coffee is often coarser and hence
pressure and help to optimise the extraction occupies more volume than coffee that is more
regardless of the grind, dose, tamp pressure or finely ground.
freshness.
NOTE
You will need to adjust the grind amount and
size if switching from a single basket to a
double basket, or vice versa.
NOTE
1 CUP 2 CUP You may need to experiment with how much
coffee is inserted into the filter basket or how
long the grinder needs to run to achieve the
correct dose. For example, when using a finer
espresso grind with the Single Wall filter
baskets, you may need to increase the grind
amount to ensure the filter basket is correctly
dosed.
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THE GRIND TRIMMING THE DOSE
When grinding coffee beans, the grind size • Insert the Razor™ dosing tool into the coffee
should be fine but not too fine. The grind size basket until the shoulders of the tool rest on
will affect the rate at which the water flows the rim of the basket. The blade of the dosing
through the ground coffee in the filter basket tool should penetrate the surface of the
and the taste of the espresso. tamped coffee.
• Rotate the Razor™ dosing tool back and forth
If the grind is too fine (looks like powder and
while holding the portafilter on an angle over
feels like flour when rubbed between fingers),
the knock box to trim off excess coffee grinds.
the water will not flow through the coffee when
Your coffee filter basket is now dosed with the
under pressure. The resulting espresso will be
correct amount of coffee.
OVER EXTRACTED, dark in colour and bitter
in flavour. If the grind is too coarse the water
will flow through the ground coffee in the filter
basket too quickly. The resulting espresso will
be UNDER EXTRACTED lacking in colour
and flavour.
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ADJUSTING CONICAL BURRS
Some types of coffee may require a wider grind range to achieve an ideal extraction or brew.
A feature of your Barista Express™ is the ability to extend this range with an adjustable upper burr.
We recommend making only one adjustment at a time.
1 2 3 4 SINGLE DOUBLE
5 6
PUSH
AIR TIGHT
CONTAINER POWER GRIND AMOUNT FILTER SIZE POWER GRIND AMOUNT FILTER SIZE
Unlock hopper Hold hopper over container & turn Align hopper Run grinder Remove hopper Remove upper
dial to release beans into container into position until empty burr
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
FINE
FINE
COAR
4 8
SE
SE
Remove wire Move adjustable Align the number Insert wire Push upper burr Lock upper burr Align hopper
handle from both top burr, 1 number, with the handle handle from both firmly into into position
sides of the burr coarser or finer opening sides of the burr position
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EXTRACTION GUIDE
10-12g (1 CUP)
BALANCED OPTIMUM 15-20kg 25-35 SEC
18-20g (2 CUP)
UNDER EXTRACTED
TOO COARSE TOO LITTLE TOO LIGHT UNDER 20 SEC
UNDERDEVELOPED • SOUR
PURGING THE GROUP HEAD A great espresso is about achieving the perfect
balance between sweetness, acidity and
Before placing the portafilter into the group
bitterness.
head, run a short flow of water through the
group head by pressing the 1 CUP button. The flavour of your coffee will depend on many
This will purge any ground coffee residue from factors, such as the type of coffee beans, degree
the group head and stabilise the temperature of roast, freshness, coarseness or fineness of
prior to extraction. the grind, dose of ground coffee, and tamping
pressure. Experiment by adjusting these
INSERTING THE PORTAFILTER factors just one at a time to achieve the taste of
your preference.
Place the portafilter underneath the group head
so that the handle is aligned with the INSERT TEXTURING MILK
position. Insert the portafilter into the group
head and rotate the handle towards the centre There are two phases to texturing milk,
until resistance is felt. stretching & heating. These two operations
should blend into one with the goal being
EXTRACTING ESPRESSO silky smooth textured milk at the correct
temperature.
• Place pre-warmed cup(s) beneath the
portafilter and press the 1 CUP or 2 CUP • Always start with fresh cold milk.
button for the required volume. • Fill the jug just below the 'V' at the bottom
• As a guide, the espresso will start to flow after of the spout.
4–8 seconds (infusion time) and should be • Position the steam tip over the drip tray and
the consistency of dripping honey. turn the STEAM/HOT WATER dial from
• If the espresso starts to flow after less than STANDBY to steam and wait until the steam
3 seconds you have either under dosed the is flowing strongly.
filter basket and/or the grind is too coarse. • Turn the steam dial to the STANDBY
This is an UNDER-EXTRACTED shot. position to pause the steam, then within
• If the espresso starts to drip but doesn’t flow 8 seconds, insert steam wand tip into milk
after 10 seconds, then you have either over and turn dial back to STEAM position.
dosed the filter basket and/or the grind is too • Insert the steam tip 1–2cm below the surface
fine. This is an OVER-EXTRACTED shot. of the milk close to the right hand side of the
jug at the 3 o’clock position.
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• Keep the tip just under the surface of the
milk until the milk is spinning clockwise, HINTS & TIPS
producing a vortex (whirlpool effect). • Always use freshly ground coffee for a
superior flavour and body.
• Use freshly roasted coffee beans, with a
‘roasted on’ date and use within 2 weeks of
‘roasted on’ date.
• Store coffee beans in a cool, dark and dry
container. Vacuum sealed if possible.
• Buy coffee beans in small batches to reduce
the storage time and store no more than one
weeks supply at any time.
• With the milk spinning, slowly lower the jug. • Grind beans immediately before brewing as
This will bring the steam tip to the surface of ground coffee quickly loses its flavour and
the milk & start to introduce air into the milk. aroma.
You may have to gently break the surface of
the milk with the tip to get the milk spinning
fast enough.
• Keep the tip at or slightly below the surface,
continuing to maintain the vortex. Texture
the milk until sufficient volume is obtained.
• Lower the tip beneath the surface, but keep
the vortex of milk spinning. The milk is at the
correct temperature (60–65°C) when the jug
is hot to touch.
• Move the steam dial to the STANDBY
position before taking the tip out of the milk.
• Set the jug to one side, turn steam on to
purge out any residual milk from the steam
wand and wipe steam wand with a damp
cloth.
• Tap the jug on the bench to collapse any
bubbles.
• Swirl the jug to polish and re-integrate the
texture.
• Pour milk directly into the espresso.
• The key is to work quickly, before the milk
begins to separate.
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Care & Cleaning
INSTALLING/REPLACING THE FILTER
IN THE WATER TANK
1 2 3 4 5 6
REPLACEMENT DUE
Soak the water filter for Rinse filter & mesh Assemble Set date 2 months ahead Install filter in water tank Insert & lock water tank
5 minutes
NOTE
For replacement water filters contact Breville
Customer Service Centre on 1300 139 798
(Australia) or 0800 273 845 (New Zealand).
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CLEANING CONICAL BURRS
Regular cleaning helps the burrs achieve consistent grinding results.
1 2 3 4 SINGLE DOUBLE
5 6
PUSH
Unlock hopper Remove beans Replace & lock Run grinder Unlock & remove Remove upper
hopper until empty hopper burr
7 8 9 10 11 12
Clean upper Clean lower Push upper Lock upper burr Insert hopper Lock hopper
burr with burr with burr firmly into
burr brush burr brush position
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CLEANING CYCLE
The espresso machine features an in-built cleaning cycle which should be carried out periodically.
The ‘CLEAN / DESCALE’ light will automatically illuminate (flashing) to indicate when a cleaning
cycle is required.
1 2 3 4 SO
ESPRESNE
MACHI
5 6
NG
CLEANI S INSERT LOCK
TABLET
7 8 9 10 11 12
HOLD TOGETHER 3 SEC INSERT LOCK
INSERT LOCK
AUSTRALIA
1300 139 798
NEW ZEALAND
0800 273 845
POWER
? ? HE
LP
5 MIN !
While pressing the POWER button down, Wait 5 minutes Rinse the filter No espresso See Trouble Call Service Centre
press & hold the 1 CUP & 2 CUP buttons to finish basket & portafilter extraction? Shooting for cleaning tablets
before use Guide
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Priming machine for descaling function Descaling Solution Rinse
2. Dissolve one Breville Descaling powder 8. After descaling, remove the water tank and
sachet into one litre of water then fill the rinse thoroughly then refill with fresh cold
water tank. water to the maximum capacity (2 litres)
3. Press and hold the 2-CUP button and and repeat steps 4-6 to further cleanse the
then press and hold the POWER button machine of any residue of the cleaning
simultaneously to enter the Descale mode. solution thoroughly.
The unit will heat up as part of commencing 9. Press ‘POWER’ to quit the descaling
the descaling action, during the heating process. This will be indicated by the LED
processes the POWER button should flash lights switching off.
continuously. The machine will indicate it
is ready for descaling when the POWER NOTE
button, 1 CUP button, CLEAN/DESCALE
indicator and HOT WATER/ STEAM The machine turns off automatically if there is
indicator are all illuminated (solid on). no action for 5 minutes in descaling mode. To
resume descaling, please start from step 3.
Descaling the coffee component
4. Press the 1-CUP button to start the
descaling for the coffee component of the
machine. Descaling coffee component
takes approximately 25 seconds. The 1
CUP button should flash continuously and
remain constant once the descaling process
has finished. To terminate the descaling
within 25 seconds, press the 1 CUP button
again.
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CLEANING THE CONICAL BURR GRINDER
This grinder cleaning cycle removes oil build-up on the burrs which can impede performance.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
PUSH
Unlock hopper Empty hopper Replace hopper Lock hopper Run grinder Unlock hopper Remove hopper
empty
8 9 10 11 12
IGN LOC
AL K
Unlock top burr Remove top burr Clean top burr Clean lower Clean chute
with brush burr with brush with brush
1. GRIND FAN
LOOSEN NUT 2. METAL WASHER
3. FELT WASHER
Remove hopper Set 'GRIND SIZE' Use 10mm socket. Set 'GRIND SIZE' Unlock & remove Remove nut, spring Remove grind fan
to '1' (finest) Rotate 'Clockwise' to '30' (coarsest) top burr & flat washer. & washers
to loosen the nut Carefully remove using long-nose
only lower burr pliers
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
TURN
3
SPRING
2 WASHER
1 FLAT
WASHER
1. FELT WASHER
2. METAL WASHER
3. GRIND FAN
TIGHTEN NUT
Unblock the grinds Clean chute Insert washers & Insert lower burr Rotate 'Counter- Insert & lock top Set 'GRIND SIZE'
exit chute using the with brush grind fan using (drive pin & Clockwise' to burr to '15'. Replace &
brush or a pipe long-nose pliers cavity to align). tighten nut lock hopper
cleaner Insert flat washer
& spring washer
WARNING
Care should be taken as the grinder burrs are extremely sharp.
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CLEANING THE STEAM WAND
1 2 3 4 5
Run steam to clear Wipe steam wand Clean hole with pin Remove tip Soak tip overnight
milk from wand after after each use then re-attach
texturing
The steam wand should always be cleaned • If the steam wand continues to be blocked,
after texturing milk. the tip of the steam wand can be removed
• Wipe the steam wand with a damp cloth, by using the spanner in the middle of the
and then with the steam wand directed back cleaning tool.
into the drip tray, briefly set the steam dial • Unscrew the tip with the cleaning tool.
to the STEAM position. This will clear any • Soak the tip in hot water before using the pin
remaining milk from inside the steam wand. on the cleaning tool to unblock. Replace the
• Ensure the steam dial is in the STANDBY tip back onto the steam wand and secure with
position. Press the POWER button to Off and the cleaning tool.
allow the machine to cool.
• If the steam wand remains blocked, use the
pin on the cleaning tool to clear the opening.
1 2 3 4 5 6
INSERT LOCK
Should the fine holes in the filters become 3. To clean the Single Wall filters simply run
blocked follow the following steps: water through the portafilter using the
1. Place the filter into the portafilter. manual pour function by holding down the
Run water through the machine with the 1 CUP button.
filter and portafilter, without any ground 4. For a thorough clean of the filters, run a
coffee, in place. cleaning cycle of the machine with the
2. The fine pin on the cleaning tool can be portafilter and filter in place.
used to clear the filter basket holes.
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CLEANING THE OUTER HOUSING / STORING YOUR MACHINE
CUP WARMING PLATE Before storing, press the POWER button to off,
The outer housing and tray warming plate can turn the steam dial to STANDBY switch Off at
be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth. Then polish the power outlet and unplug.
with a soft, dry cloth. Remove unused beans from the hopper, clean
Do not use abrasive cleansers, pads or cloths the grinder (see page 29), empty the water tank
which can scratch the surface. and the drip tray.
Ensure the machine is cool, clean and dry.
CLEANING THE DRIP TRAY Insert all accessories into position or into the
The drip tray should be removed, emptied and storage tray.
cleaned at regular intervals, particularly when Store upright. Do not place anything on top.
the drip tray full indicator is showing
EMPTY ME!. WARNING
Remove grid, compartments and EMPTY ME!
indicator from the drip tray. Dispose of the Do not immerse power cord, power plug
grounds from the dry compartment into the or appliance in water or any other liquid.
bin. Wash the drip tray with warm soapy water, The water tank should never be removed or
using a non-abrasive washing liquid, rinse and completely emptied during decalcifying.
dry thoroughly. The EMPTY ME! indicator
can be removed from the drip tray by pulling WARNING
upwards to release the side latches.
To prevent damage, do not use alkaline
The drip tray base and cover are
cleaning agents when cleaning. Use a soft cloth
dishwasher safe.
and a mild detergent.
CLEANING THE STORAGE TRAY
The storage tray is located behind the drip tray
and is pulled forward when you slide
the drip tray out. Clean the tray with a soft,
damp cloth (do not use abrasive cleansers,
pads or cloths which can scratch the surface).
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Troubleshooting
Coffee does not run • Machine is not turned • Ensure the machine is plugged in,
through. On or plugged in. switched On at the power outlet and
the POWER button is pressed On.
Coffee runs out too • The coffee grind is too coarse. • Ensure you use a suitable espresso
quickly. grind. Refer to ‘Setting the Grind
Size’ on page 10 and 11.
• Ground coffee not tamped firmly • Refer to ‘Coffee Dose and Tamping’,
enough. page 11 and 17.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES EASY SOLUTION
Coffee is too cold. • Cups not preheated. • Preheat cups. Refer to
‘Pre-Warming The Cups’,
page 21.
• Milk not heated enough (if making • When the base of the jug
a cappuccino or latté). becomes too hot to touch this
is when the milk is heated at
the correct temperature. Refer
to ‘Texturing Milk’, page 14.
Machine is making pulsing/ • The machine is carrying out the • No action require as this is
pumping sound while normal operation of the the normal operation of
extracting coffee or steaming 15 bar pump. the machine.
milk.
Coffee runs out around the • Filter holder is not inserted in the • Refer to ‘Inserting
edge of the filter holder. group head properly. The Portafilter’, page 12.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES EASY SOLUTION
Coffee extracts as drops from • The water tank is empty or low. • Refer to ‘Filling The Water
the portafilter. Tank’, page 10.
Grinder safety clutch has • Overfilled filter basket causing the • Clean and clear grinder and
activated. chute to backfill. chamber.
Machine is making a loud and • Water tank is empty. • Refer to ‘Filling The Water
continuous pumping noise. Tank’, page 10.
Milk is not creamy after • Not enough steam. • Steam wand may be blocked.
texturing. Refer to ‘Care and Cleaning’,
page 25.
• Use cold fresh milk. Refer to
‘Texturing Milk’, page 14.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES EASY SOLUTION
Machine is not working. • The safety thermal-cut
may have activated due
to the pump or grinder
overheating.
• Turn the machine off and
allow to cool for about
30–60 minutes.
Grinder does not start when micro • Bean Hopper safety interlock • Remove hopper, check for
switch is pressed. is open FILTER SIZE LEDs are debris and then replace
both flashing (hopper is not the hopper into the correct
correctly in place). location.
Too much/too little ground coffee is • Grind amount settings are • Use the grind amount dial
being delivered to the filter basket. incorrect for particular grind to increase or decrease the
size. grind amount.
Too much/too little espresso is • Grind amount settings and • Reset the machine to
being delivered to the cup. or grind size require changing. defaults or re-program new
coffee dose settings.
Grinder is making a loud ‘ratchet’ • Blockage or foreign object in • Switch the grinder Off
noise. grinder. immediately. Remove
hopper & clear blockage in
the chute. Remove Upper
Burr and clear Lower
Burr. Refer to ‘Cleaning of
Conical Burrs’ on page 24.
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MACCHIATO
Coffees to try Traditionally served short, the macchiato is
also poured as a long black with a dash of milk
or a dollop of textured milk.
CAPPUCCINO
A single shot of espresso with textured milk,
garnished with drinking chocolate. Cup size
150–220ml.
LONG BLACK
Traditionally served short, the macchiato is
also poured as a long black with a dash of
ESPRESSO milk or a dollop of textured milk.
Intense and aromatic, it is also known as an
espresso or short black and is served in a
small cup or glass.
RISTRETTO
LATTÉ
A ristretto is an extremely short espresso
A latté consists of a single espresso with of approximately 15ml, distinguished by its
textured milk and approximately 10mm of intense flavour and aftertaste.
foam. Glass size 200–220ml.
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Notes
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Breville Customer Service Centre
Australian Customers New Zealand Customers
Mail: Locked Bag 2000 Mail: Private Bag 94411
Botany NSW 1455 Botany Manukau 2163
AUSTRALIA Auckland NEW ZEALAND
Phone: 1300 139 798 Phone: 0800 273 845
Fax: (02) 9700 1342 Fax: 0800 288 513
Email: Customer Service: Email: Customer Service:
askus@breville.com.au askus@breville.co.nz
Breville is a registered trademark of Breville Pty. Ltd. A.B.N. 98 000 092 928.
Copyright Breville Pty. Ltd. 2018.
Due to continued product improvement, the products illustrated/photographed
in this brochure may vary slightly from the actual product.