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Does the Oracle loss the setting ( page 17 ) about programming shot Volume/duration if machine is turned off ? thanks

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  • Page 1 the Oracle ™ Instruction Book - BES980...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    • Do not place the product SAFETY FIRST near the edge of a bench or table during operation. At Breville we are very safety Ensure the surface is level, conscious. We design and clean and free of water and manufacture consumer products with the safety of you, other substances.
  • Page 3 Breville Service appliance in a safe way and Centre for examination, understand the hazards replacement or repair. involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not • Keep the appliance and be made by children unless accessories clean.
  • Page 4 NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS regarding the memory REGARDING MEMORY storage chip please contact STORAGE us at privacy@breville.com Please note that in order to SPECIFIC better serve our customers, INSTRUCTIONS internal memory storage has been imbedded into FOR BES980 THE your appliance. This ORACLE ®...
  • Page 5 • Do not use any other • Use caution when using liquid apart from cold the de-scale feature as hot mains/town water. We steam may be released. do not recommend the Before de-scaling, ensure drip use of highly filtered, de- tray is empty and inserted.

  • Page 6: Components

    Components A. Integrated conical burr grinder L. HOT WATER button With removable 280g bean hopper. Press to start and stop the flow of hot water from the hot water outlet. B. Top-fill 2.5L removable water tank With integrated water filter and backlit level M.
  • Page 8 All parts of the Oracle ® that come into contact with coffee, water and milk are BPA Free. ACCESSORIES H. Grind outlet brush & tamp removal magnet A. Stainless steel milk jug I. Cleaning tool for steam wand tip B. 2 cup filter basket J.

  • Page 9: Features

    The Oracle ® Features HANDS FREE AUTOMATIC Regulated Extraction Pressure GRIND, DOSE & TAMP Over pressure valve (OPV) limits maximum pressure for optimal espresso flavour. Automatically grinds, doses and tamps the required amount of coffee, mess free. Low Pressure Pre-Infusion GRIND SIZE DIAL Gradually increases water pressure to gently expand grinds for an even extraction.

  • Page 10: Assembly

    • Wash the filter holder with cold water. NOTE Replacing the water filter after three months or 40L will reduce the need to descale the machine. Filters can be purchased at Breville webpage. NOTE DO NOT use highly filtered, demineralised or distilled water in this machine.

  • Page 11: Functions

    Functions FIRST USE NOTE 1. Ensure tank is filled with cold water. You can If your water hardness is either 4 or 5 when do this by either opening the top-fill water tested, we strongly recommend you change tank lid (push to open), or by removing the to an alternate water source.
  • Page 12 GRINDING OPERATION Flushing The Machine When the machine has reached Insert bean hopper into position on top of the machine. Turn knob to lock into place. Fill STANDBY mode: hopper with fresh beans. 1. Press 2 CUP button to run water through the group head for 30 seconds.
  • Page 13 SELECT YOUR FILTER BASKET ESPRESSO EXTRACTION Insert the correct Filter Basket into the Align portafilter handle with the INSERT Portafilter for the number of coffees or strength position on the group head. Lift to insert you are making. portafilter into the group head and rotate towards the LOCK TIGHT position until resistance is felt.
  • Page 14 ADJUSTING MILK TEXTURE The machine will stop after 2 CUP duration has been extracted and will return to Press the SELECT dial until the milk texture STANDBY mode. triangle flashes. Rotate dial towards 'CAPP' for more texture or 'LATTE' for less texture. The selected texture will be displayed on the steam MANUAL OVERRIDE LCD.
  • Page 15 PRESET LONG BLACK There are 3 preset Long Black settings – small, MILK MUST medium and large. To use one of these settings:: COVER THIS 1. Insert the 2 Cup Filter Basket into the SEAL Portafilter. 2. Fill the portafilter using the auto grind, dose &...
  • Page 16 NOTE To override the setting during operation, press You can conduct a manual Long Black the LONG BLACK dial. Pressing the LONG extraction each time, or program this as a BLACK dial during the espresso extraction custom setting. Once programmed, your will stop the flow of espresso and start the flow custom setting will appear after the 3 of hot water.
  • Page 17 PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS PROGRAMMING SHOT VOLUME/DURATION To enter program mode, press the MENU button. Rotate SELECT dial to the desired Fill the portafilter using the auto grind, dose function. & tamp function. Insert the portafilter into the group head. Program mode allows you to program: While 'SHOT VOL' is displayed on the LCD, •...
  • Page 18 SHOT TEMPERATURE SET CLOCK Setting the clock is optional. While 'SET While 'SHOT TEMP' is displayed on the CLOCK' is displayed on the LCD, press the LCD, press the SELECT dial. The current SELECT dial. The current time will flash or temperature will flash.
  • Page 19 While 'AUTO START' is displayed on the LCD, press the SELECT dial. Turn the SELECT dial to 'On' or 'Off'. Press SELECT dial to set. SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT TEMP TEXTURE TEMP TEXTURE TEMP TEXTURE TEMP TEXTURE TEMP TEXTURE TEMP TEXTURE TAMP SET This function is for advanced use only.
  • Page 20 LONG BLACK ADJUST - PROGRAMMING CUSTOM SETTINGS There are 6 custom Long Black settings for you to program to suit your cup size and strength preferences. To program your custom setting: 1. Fill the portafilter using the auto grind, dose &...
  • Page 21 6. To start programming, press the SELECT to the desired feature. Press SELECT dial to dial. The LCD will show a moving cup icon access feature settings. and espresso will extract from the portafilter Press the MENU button at any time to exit spouts.
  • Page 22 Steam Temperature (StEA) Adjust the steam boiler temperature, which in turn controls steam pressure. Rotate SELECT dial to the desired temperature. The default is 130˚C. Press SELECT dial to set. Machine will beep once to confirm 'Hrd3' will flash on screen. Machine is selection.
  • Page 23 Flow Measurement Method (VoL) Heating Select between volume based (FLo) or Indicates when the machine is heating up or time based (SEc) method for espresso dose if the temperature drops excessively during measurement. Rotate SELECT dial to the use. desired method. Press SELECT dial to set. Lock Hopper Machine will beep once to confirm selection.
  • Page 24 PRE-HEATING The resulting espresso will be OVER EXTRACTED, dark in colour and bitter in flavour. Heating your cup or glass A warm cup will help maintain the coffee’s If the grind is too coarse the water will optimal temperature. Pre-heat your cup by flow through the ground coffee in the filter rinsing with hot water from the hot water outlet basket too quickly.
  • Page 25 • When the auto grind, dose & tamp function is • If the espresso starts to drip or flow after 12 complete, rotate the portafilter handle to the seconds, then the grind is too fine. This is an INSERT position and lower to remove. OVER EXTRACTED shot.
  • Page 26 • Always start with fresh cold milk. • Tap the jug on the counter-top to collapse any bubbles. • Fill milk jug to below the spout position. At a minimum, there should be enough milk to • Swirl the jug to polish and re-integrate cover the steam wand seal.
  • Page 27 • Wipe the wand and tip with a damp cloth. Lower steam wand to the down position and the wand will automatically purge. • Tap the jug on the counter-top to collapse any bubbles. • Swirl the jug to polish and re-integrate the texture.

  • Page 28: Care & Cleaning

    4. If you are in level 2 area, you displayed on the LCD. can increase this to 60L. NOTE To purchase water filters visit Breville webpage. MENU EXIT WARNING: Do not immerse power cord, power plug or appliance in water or any other liquid.
  • Page 29 REPLACING THE WATER FILTER Set current month Assemble water Ensure parts are Install filter in Fill tank and Install water tank Replace filter tank wait for 5min to after 90 days filter parts connected soak filter or after 40L CLEANING CONICAL BURRS Regular cleaning helps the burrs achieve consistent grinding results which is especially important when grinding for espresso.
  • Page 30 CLEANING THE STEAM WAND • The steam wand can be left immersed in the milk jug filled with water when not in use to reduce the risk of blockages. IMPORTANT After every use, thoroughly wipe the steam Steam Wand Cleaning Powder wand and tip with a damp cloth &...
  • Page 31 CLEANING THE FILTER BASKET AND CLEANING THE OUTER HOUSING PORTAFILTER & CUP WARMING TRAY • The filter basket and portafilter should be • The outer housing and cup warming tray rinsed under hot water after each coffee can be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth. Polish making session to remove all residual with a soft, dry cloth.
  • Page 32 1 – Prepare for Descale b) Place a cloth over the drip tray to preventsteam escaping. a) Empty the drip tray and insert into position. b) With the machine off, press and hold the 1 CUP button, then press and hold the POWER button together for 3 seconds.
  • Page 33 g) Place descale solution into water tank, e) Empty water tank then rinse and fill fill with cold water to MAX line, (if an with clean water to the MAX line. Lock alternative cleaning solution is used, water tank back into position. please follow the manufacturer's instructions accordingly).

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    & tamp function. Unplug power cord from power outlet. There is an alert on the See page 23 for list of alerts. LCD eg. 'OVERHEAT If problem persists, contact Breville PLEASE WAIT', Customer Service Centre. 'HEATING' etc. Grinder running No beans in hopper.
  • Page 35 The LCD will display a clock icon when the Auto Start time is programmed. ERR error message A fault has occured and Contact Breville Customer Service Centre. on LCD machine cannot operate. Pumps continue Using highly filtered, demineralised We recommend using cold, filtered water.
  • Page 36 The machine is ‘On’ Turn machine off. Wait for 60 minutes but ceases to operate and turn machine back on. If problem persists, call Breville Customer Service Centre. Steam pouring out of Turn machine off. Wait for 60 minutes and turn machine back on.
  • Page 37 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES EASY SOLUTION Not enough milk texture Steam wand is blocked. Refer to 'Cleaning the Steam Wand', page 30. Different brands and types of milk and milk alternatives will texture differently. You may need to adjust the texture level accordingly.
  • Page 38 Coffee to Try CAPPUCCINO A single shot of espresso with textured milk and garnished with drinking chocolate. ESPRESSO Intense and aromatic, it is also known as a short black and is served in a small cup or glass. LATTÉ A latté consists of a single espresso with textured milk and approx. 10mm of foam.
  • Page 39 Notes...
  • Page 40 ® Breville, the Breville logo, Barista Pro, ThermoJet, the Razor and Master Every Moment are trademarks of Breville Pty Ltd (“Breville”). A.B.N. 98 000 092 928. Copyright Breville Pty. Ltd. 2021. Due to continued product improvement, the products illustrated/photographed in this brochure may vary slightly from the actual product.

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