BEC300 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Nespresso , an exclusive system creating the perfect Espresso, time after time. All Nespresso machines are equipped with a unique extraction system that guarantees up to 19 bar pressure. Each parameter has been calculated with great precision to ensure that all the aromas from each Grand Cru can be extracted, to give the coffee body and create an exceptionally thick and smooth crema.
• Do not use the appliance for other • Keep the appliance and its cord from the power socket. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Only plug the appliance into than its intended use. out of reach of children under 8 • This appliance has been designed years of age.
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use only an earthed cord with a in a dishwasher. • Do not put fingers into capsule to clean the surface of the appliance. conductor cross-section of at least • Electricity and water together is compartment or the capsule shaft. •...
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CAUTION: To prevent damage to the appliance do not use alkaline cleaning agents when cleaning, use a soft cloth and a mild detergent. Descaling • Nespresso descaling agent, when used correctly, helps ensure the proper functioning of your machine over its lifetime and that your coffee experience is as perfect as the first day.
OVERVIEW Packaging content Soft touch controls. All controls Used capsule container & drip tray Adjustable water tank arm are activated by touch Coffee machine R) Ristretto touch Adjustable cup support and drip grid Water tank E) Espresso touch L) Lungo touch Coffee outlet Water tank lid Nespresso capsules Grand...
FIRST USE OR AFTER LONG PERIOD OF NON-USE First read the safety precautions to avoid risks of fatal electrical shock and fire. Remove the water tank and capsule Insert the remaining cable in the guide Plug the machine into the mains. Rinse the water tank before filling it with container.
COFFEE PREPARATION Lungo Espresso Ristretto Fill the water tank with potable water. Place a cup under the coffee outlet. Turn machine ON by either pushing the Select the Ristretto control (25 ml), slider or touching the controls. Light Espresso (40 ml) or Lungo (110 ml) based will blink on one of the coffee touches: on the chosen Grand Cru recommended heating up for approximately 25...
max. 4 sec To stop the coffee flow before touch the To manually top up your coffee, touch To change the selected cup size during To accommodate a milk recipe glass, lit control or move the slider towards the any of the controls within 4 seconds brewing select the new desired control.
PROGRAMMING THE WATER VOLUME RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS Factory settings are: 1. Lungo, Espresso, Ristretto controls >4 sec 110 ml/40 ml/25 ml. 2. Automatic Off mode after 9 minutes. 3. Most frequently chosen cup size Any control can be programmed. Touch and hold the control while closing Press and hold the Espresso &...
CLEANING To ensure hygienic conditions, it is highly recommended emptying/cleaning the used capsule container every day. Never immerse the appliance Empty the drip tray and the used Clean the coffee outlet regularly with a Do not use any strong or abrasive capsule container.
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3 sec 3 sec Blinking light: heating up To enter the descaling mode, at Push all the 3 controls simultaneously Close the slider to start descaling. Steady light: ready slider closed push all the 3 controls for at least 3 sec. A short beep will Machine stops when water tank is simultaneously for at least 3 sec.
For any additional questions you may have regarding descaling, please contact your Nespresso Club. Nespresso descaling kit: Ref. 3035/CBU-2 CaCO3 Calcium carbonate Water hardness: Descale after: SPECIFICATIONS BEC300 0.8 L 220 V, 50-60 Hz, <1260 W 19 bar 115 mm 251 mm 369 mm ~ 3 kg...
TROUBLESHOOTING No light on the controls. The machine has turned to Off mode automatically; touch one of the controls or push the slider. Check the mains: plug, voltage, fuse. No coffee, no water. Check the water tank, if empty, fill with potable water. Descale it if necessary. Coffee is not hot enough.
CONTACT THE NESPRESSO CLUB DISPOSAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION As we may not have foreseen all uses of your appliance, should you need any This appliance complies with the EU Directive 2002/96/EC. Packaging materials and additional information, in case of problems or simply to seek advice, call the appliance contain recyclable materials.
Breville guarantees this product against defects in materials and workmanship for two years domestic use (or 3 months commercial use) from the date of purchase. During this period, Breville will either repair or replace, at its discretion, any defective product at no charge to the consumer. In the event of a product or accessory being repaired or replaced during the guarantee period, the guarantee on the repaired product will expire two years from the purchase date of the original product, not two years from the date of repair.