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  • Page 1 User Guide Barista Express Impress ™ B###### / S###### SES876 QUICK GUIDE...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IMPORTANT Contents SAFEGUARDS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 2 Sage Recommends Safety First ® BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR 5 Features FUTURE REFERENCE 6 Components 8 Assembly • Remove and discard any 9 Functions packaging materials safely before use. 19 Care & Cleaning •...
  • Page 3 8 years. entire appliance to the nearest authorised Sage Service To eliminate a choking hazard Centre for examination, for young children, discard the protective cover fitted replacement, or repair.
  • Page 4 • The appliance is not intended • Wipe the outer surface with to be operated by means of a soft, damp cloth and then an external timer or separate polish with a soft, dry cloth. remote-control system. Keep the appliance and accessories clean.

  • Page 5: Features

    Features THERMOCOIL PRECISION MANUAL MICRO-FOAM HEATING SYSTEM TEXTURING WAND Integrated stainless steel water coil that 360° swivel action steam wand that easily adjust accurately controls water temperature. to perfect position for milk texturing. PRECISION CONICAL THE IMPRESS PUCK SYSTEM ™ BURR GRINDER Simplifies the steps needed to grind, dose, and tamp to create an impressive puck.

  • Page 6: Components

    Components 250g Bean Hopper Filter button – Single or double filter basket. Dose Button (Grind Start) – Illuminates when portafilter is properly inserted. Espresso Extraction Pressure Gauge – ‘A Bit More’ – when flashing. Monitors extraction pressure. Tamp Indicator – M.
  • Page 7 ACCESSORIES 54mm Stainless Steel Portafilter The Razor precision dose trimming tool ™ Stainless steel milk jug Allen key Water filter holder with filter Cleaning tool for steam wand tip 1 CUP & 2 CUP single wall filter baskets Cleaning disc 1 CUP &...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Assembly BEFORE FIRST USE • Rinse the filter holder with cold water. Machine Preparation Remove and discard all labels and packaging materials attached to your espresso machine. Ensure you have removed all parts and accessories from the box before discarding the packaging.

  • Page 9: Functions

    Functions Filling the Water Tank Attaching the Hopper • Ensure the water filter is securely fitted inside the water tank. • Use the handle at the top of the water tank to assist in lifting the water tank and away from the machine.
  • Page 10 GENERAL OPERATION • DO NOT use highly filtered, demineralized, or distilled water in this machine. This may affect • Check the water tank is filled with cold tap water the taste of the coffee. up to the maximum mark. • Plug the power cord into the power outlet. FILTER BASKETS •...
  • Page 11 THE GRIND DOSING • Ensure the bean hopper is locked on the machine Setting the Grind Size and filled with fresh coffee beans. TURN TURN • Insert the filter basket required, into the portafilter. FINER COARSER GRIND SIZE GRIND SIZE The grind size will affect the rate of water flow through the coffee in the filter basket and the flavour of the espresso.
  • Page 12 TAMPING When the grind cycle is completed, the ‘Tamp’ light indicator blinks. • Push the lever downwards to the end position until a beep sound plays. This will tamp the coffee grinds in the portafilter using a consistent amount of tamp force. Pushing the lever slowly and consistently will help to improve the puck appearance.
  • Page 13 HOW TO CORRECT AN UNDER OR DOSING MODES OVER DOSE? Automatic Dosing An under or over dose can occur when fresh beans are added to the hopper; when coffee beans age; a different type of coffee bean is AUTO MANUAL used or if a change is made to the grind size.
  • Page 14 Manual Dosing NOTE • This feature is only available on 'Auto' mode. AUTO MANUAL • This feature may require 2 to 3 top up cycles to reach an ideal dose. • The set auto grind time will not be affected by this feature.
  • Page 15 HOW TO MAKE COFFEE Extracting Espresso • Place pre-warmed cup(s) beneath the portafilter Purging the Group Head and press the 1 CUP or 2 CUP button for the Before placing the portafilter into the group required volume. head, run a short flow of water through the group head by pressing the 1 CUP button.
  • Page 16 EXTRACTION GUIDE GRIND GRIND DOSE SHOT TIME OVER EXTRACTED TOO FINE TOO MUCH OVER 35 SEC BITTER • ASTRINGENT 8-11g (1 CUP) BALANCED OPTIMUM 25-30 SEC 16-19g (2 CUP) UNDER EXTRACTED TOO COARSE TOO LITTLE UNDER 20 SEC UNDERDEVELOPED • SOUR MANUAL PRE-INFUSION USING HOT WATER •...
  • Page 17 TEXTURING MILK • Move the steam dial to the STANDBY position before taking the tip out of the milk. • Set the jug to one side, turn dial to STEAM to purge out any residual milk from the steam wand and wipe steam wand with a damp cloth.
  • Page 18 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 Impress is the ability to extend this range with an adjustable ™ upper burr. We recommend making only one adjustment at a time. DOSE Unlock hopper Hold hopper over container &...

  • Page 19: Care & Cleaning

    Once complete, For replacement of water filters contact make sure to wipe off any splashes with a soft Sage Service Centre or visit our website at dry cloth. sageappliances.com...
  • Page 20 6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 above to complete the 1. Fully dissolve one sachet of Sage descaling descaling process to empty the solution in powder into 1 litre of water then fill the water the tank.
  • Page 21 CLEANING CONICAL BURRS Regular cleaning helps the burrs achieve consistent grinding results. DOSE Unlock hopper Empty hopper Replace hopper Lock hopper Run grinder Unlock hopper Remove hopper until empty Unlock top burr Remove top burr Clean top burr Clean lower burr Remove Clean the chute Replace...
  • Page 22 CLEANING THE TAMP SYSTEM CLEANING THE FILTER BASKETS AND PORTAFILTER • The filter baskets and portafilter should be rinsed under hot water immediately after use to remove all residual coffee oils. • If any of the holes in the filter basket become blocked, use the pin on the end of the provided cleaning tool to unblock the hole(s).
  • Page 23 8. Re-insert the drip tray and water tank. NOTE Contact Sage Service Centre or visit sageappliances.com for replacement silicone seals or for advice.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO • The machine is on Machine is too hot. Turn machine off. Wait for 30-60 minutes but ceases to operate and turn machine back on. If problem persists, call Breville Consumer Support. • Water does not flow Machine has not reached Allow time for the machine to reach operating...
  • Page 25 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO • Dose level is Machine in ‘Manual’ mode. Press the MANUAL DOSE dial to return to auto not updating mode. Refer to ‘Dosing Modes’ under Functions. • Grinder does not Not enough beans in hopper. Refill hopper or use ‘Manual’...
  • Page 26 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO • Hot water isn’t Machine is too hot after Allow machine to cool down. continuously flowing steaming. • Lever very hard Severe overdose. Use the Razor trimming tool* to correct current dose. to tamp Select the correct filter size.

  • Page 27: Guarantee

    During this guarantee period Sage Appliances will repair, replace, or refund any defective product (at the sole discretion of Sage Appliances). All legal warranty rights under applicable national legislation will be respected and will not be impaired by our guarantee.
  • Page 28 Deutschland: 0800 505 3104 Österreich: 0800 80 2551 Portugal Sweden 0800 180 243 0200 123 797 Sage Appliances France SAS Siège social: 66 avenue des Champs Elysées – 75008 Paris Poland Finland 879 449 866 RCS Paris 00800 121 8713...

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