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INTEGRATED CONICAL BURR GRINDER
Stainless steel conical burrs maximise ground coffee surface area for a full espresso flavour.
ADJUSTABLE GRIND SIZE
18 grind settings (fine, 1–16, coarse) from coarse to fine for optimal espresso extraction.
HANDS FREE DIRECT GRINDING INTO PORTAFILTER
Auto stop for hands free grinding direct into portafilter.
AUTOMATIC DOSING
Dispenses the required amount of coffee for a single or double cup dose.
GRIND AMOUNT DIAL
Adjusts dose to suit fineness or coarseness of grind.
DOSE TRIMMING TOOL
For precise dose control.
ELECTRONIC PID TEMPERATURE CONTROL
For increased temperature stability.
AUTO PURGE
Automatically adjusts water temperature after steam for optimal coffee extraction.
ADJUSTABLE TEMPERATURE CONTROL
For optimum coffee flavour.
THERMOCOIL HEATING SYSTEM
Integrated stainless steel water coil accurately controls water temperature.
LOW PRESSURE PRE-INFUSION
Gradually increases pressure at the start for an even extraction.
ESPRESSO PRESSURE GAUGE
Measures the water pressure through the ground coffee in the portafilter during extraction.
DRY PUCK FEATURE
Releases water pressure from the ground coffee in the filter basket for easy disposal of the coffee puck.
1700W HIGH POWER
For faster heat up and high pressure steam.
INSTANT HOT WATER
Dedicated hot water outlet for making long blacks and pre-heating cups.
Custom designed accessories
Cleaning accessories
Cleaning tool/brush
Cleaning tablets
Cleaning cycle disc
Allen key
NOT SHOWN
PID Temperature Control
For increased temperature stability.
Adjustable Temperature Control
For optimum coffee flavour.
Low Pressure Pre-infusion
Gradually increases pressure at the start for an even extraction.
1700W High Power
For fast heat up and high pressure steam.
Water Filter
Located inside the water tank.
Removable 2 Litre Water Tank
Filled from the top with integrated water filtration.
Storage Tray
Located behind the drip tray for storage of accessories.
Cord Storage
Located under the water tank.
Machine Preparation
Remove and discard all labeling and packaging materials attached to your espresso machine. Ensure you have removed all parts and accessories before discarding the packaging.
Clean parts and accessories (water tank, portafilter, filter baskets and jug) using warm water and a gentle dish washing liquid and rinse well. Wipe the outer housing, bean hopper and drip tray with a soft damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Do not immerse the outer housing, power cord or power plug in water or any other liquid.
The water filter located inside the water tank will need to be removed before washing the water tank.
NOTE
To purchase water filters contact Breville Customer Service Centre on 1300 139 798 (Australia) or 0800 273 845 (New Zealand)
Initial Start Up
It is recommended to complete a water flushing operation, without ground coffee, to ensure the machine has been conditioned.
When the machine has reached STANDBy mode, run the following 2 steps.
NOTE
Do not clean any of the parts or accessories in the dishwasher.
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.
Do not use de-mineralised or distilled water or any other liquid.
The grind size will affect the rate of water flow through the coffee in the filter basket and the flavour of the espresso. When setting the grind size, it should be fine but not too fine and powdery.
There are 18 settings on the GRIND SIZE select dial - The smaller the number, the finer the grind size. The larger the number, the coarser the grind size. We recommend you start at the No. 5 setting and adjust as required.
Press the FILTER SIZE button to select your filter size (single or double).
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.
NOTE
You may need to adjust the GRIND AMOUNT dial a few times to achieve the correct grind amount.
The Razor precision dose trimming tool allows you to trim the puck to the right level for a consistent extraction.
Insert the Razor into the coffee basket until the shoulders of the tool rest on the rim of the filter basket. The blade of the dosing tool should penetrate the surface of the tamped coffee.
Rotate the Razor dosing tool back and forth while holding the portafilter on an angle over the knock box to trim off excess coffee.
Your coffee filter basket is now dosed with the correct amount of coffee.
Insert portafilter into group head to extract coffee.
1 CUP
Press the 1 CUP once. A preset single espresso volume of approximately 30ml will be extracted. The machine will automatically stop once the preset volume has been extracted.
NOTE
The amount of espresso extracted in the cup will vary depending on your grind size and grind amount.
2 CUP
Press the 2 CUP button once. A preset double espresso volume of approx. 60ml will be extracted. The machine will automatically stop once the preset volume has been extracted.
NOTE
Pressing the 1 CUP or 2 CUP buttons during a programmed espresso will immediately stop the extraction.
To reset the machine to the default 1 CUP and 2 CUP shot volumes and espresso water temperature press and hold the PROGRAM button until the machine beeps three times. Release the PROGRAM button. The machine will return to its original default setting.
NOTE
Default settings: 1 CUP shot volume is approx. 30ml. 2 CUP is approx. 60ml.
Press and hold the 1 CUP or 2 CUP button. Release the button once sufficient pre-infusion time has elapsed & full pump pressure will be applied. Press either the 1 CUP or 2 CUP button when sufficient espresso volume has been extracted.
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.
The metal parts of the portafilter will be very hot.
The gauge needle, when positioned in the middle zone during extraction, indicates the espresso will be extracted at the ideal pressure.
The gauge needle, when positioned in the lower zone during extraction, indicates the espresso has been extracted with insufficient pressure. This occurs when the water flow through the ground coffee is too fast and results in an under extracted espresso that is watery and lacks crema and flavour.
Causes for under extraction include the grind being too coarse and/or insufficient coffee in filter basket and/or under tamping.
The gauge needle, when positioned in the upper zone during extraction, indicates the espresso has been extracted with too much pressure. This occurs when the water flow through the ground coffee is too slow and results in an over extracted espresso that is very dark and bitter with a mottled and uneven crema.
Causes for over extraction include the grind being too fine and/or too much ground coffee in filter basket.
The Breville Barista Express comes complete with a commercial style 360˚ stainless steel steam wand.
Ensure the STEAM DIAL is in the STANDBY position before removing the steam wand from the frothing jug.
NOTE
When the espresso machine creates steam, a pumping noise can be heard. This is the normal operation of the 15 bar Italian pump.
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.
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.
To stop the flow of hot water, return the steam dial back to the STANDBY position.
For extracting espresso immediately after using the steam function, this machine features an auto-purge function.
The auto purge function ensures the ground coffee will not be burnt by the initial water flow from the thermocoil being too hot. The water is automatically released internally into the drip tray ensuring that the thermocoil is at optimal temperature for extracting espresso.
Your espresso will always be extracted at the optimal temperature ensuring only the best flavours are extracted.
Adjusting Water Temperature
Different beans require a different water temperature to extract their optimum flavour. The Barista Express allows you to adjust water temperature ±2°C in 1°C increments from the default temperature.
To enter Advanced Temperature setting mode:
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.
Using the hot water outlet
Turn the Steam/Hot Water dial to the Hot Water position. The Steam/Hot Water LED on the front panel will begin to flash indicating the Hot Water function has been selected & the Thermo-coil is increasing in temperature. Hot Water will be dispensed from the Hot Water spout. Turn the dial back to STANDBY to stop the flow of Hot Water
Heating the portafilter and filter basket
A cold portafilter and filter basket can reduce the extraction temperature enough to significantly affect the quality of your espresso. Ensure the portafilter and filter basket are preheated with hot water before initial use.
NOTE
Wipe the filter and filter holder dry before dosing with ground coffee as moisture can encourage 'channeling' where water by-passes the ground coffee during extraction.
Single Wall filters (1 & 2 CUP) are designed to be used with freshly ground coffee and allow you to experiment with grind and dose, to create a more balanced espresso.
When grinding coffee beans, the grind size should be fine but not too fine. The grind size will affect the rate at which the water flows through the ground coffee in the filter basket and the taste of the espresso.
If the grind is too fine (looks like powder and feels like flour when rubbed between fingers), the water will not flow through the coffee when under pressure. The resulting espresso will be 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.
NOTE
If the extraction is too fast, make the grind finer & repeat above steps.
If the extraction is too slow, make the grind coarser and repeat above steps.
GRIND | GRIND DOSE | TAMP | SHOT TIME | |
OVER EXTRACTED BITTER • ASTRINGENT | TOO FINE | TOO MUCH | TOO HEAVY | OVER 40 SEC |
BALANCED | OPTIMUM | 10g** 1 CUP 18g** 2 CUP | 15-20kg | 25-35 SEC |
UNDER EXTRACTED UNDERDEVELOPED • SOUR | TOO COARSE | TOO LITTLE | TOO LIGHT | UNDER 20 SEC |
Place the portafilter underneath the group head so that the handle is aligned with the INSERT position. Insert the portafilter into the group head and rotate the handle towards the centre until resistance is felt.
A great espresso is about achieving the perfect balance between sweetness, acidity and bitterness.
The flavour of your coffee will depend on many factors, such as the type of coffee beans, degree of roast, freshness, coarseness or fineness of the grind, dose of ground coffee, and tamping pressure.
Experiment by adjusting these factors just one at a time to achieve the taste of your preference.
There are two phases to texturing milk, stretching & heating. These two operations should blend into one with the goal being silky smooth textured milk at the correct temperature.
HINTS & TIPS
The water filter provided helps to prevent scale build up which over time can affect the performance of your machine, potentially causing blockages and heating, problems.
Replacing the water filter every two months will reduce the need to de-scale the machine.
If you live in a hard water area, we recommend you change the water filter more frequently.
Replacing The Water Filter
The water filter can be removed from the water tank during operation if not required.
NOTE
For replacement water filters contact Breville Customer Service Centre on 1300 139 798 (Australia) or 0800 273 845 (New Zealand).
Periodically run water through the machine with the portafilter in place, but without any ground coffee, to rinse out any residual coffee particles.
The espresso machine features an in-built cleaning cycle which should be carried out periodically. The CLEAN ME light will automatically illuminate to indicate when a cleaning cycle is required.
If cleaning is required, simply follow the steps below and refer to the Machine Cleaning Cycle guide.
If the tablet has not dissolved, repeat steps 5 to 7 until tablet has dissolved.
After regular use, hard water can cause mineral build up in and on many of the inner functioning components, reducing the brewing flow, power of the machine, and affecting the quality of coffee.
We advise decalcifying the machine on a regular basis (every 2–3 months) using a mixture of white vinegar and water.
Follow the instructions provided, or use the following as a guide:
Diluted Solution (for softer water)
Concentrated Solution (for harder water)
Do not immerse power cord, power plug or appliance in water or any other liquid. The water tank should never be removed or completely emptied during decalcifying.
This grinder cleaning cycle removes oil build-up on the burrs which can impede performance.
This step is only required if there's a blockage between the grinding burrs and the grinder outlet.
Care should be taken as the grinder burrs are extremely sharp.
The steam wand should always be cleaned after texturing milk.
Periodically run water through the machine with the portafilter in place, but without any ground coffee, to rinse out any residual coffee particles.
Should the fine holes in the filters become blocked follow the following steps:
The outer housing and tray warming plate can be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth. Then polish with a soft, dry cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, pads or cloths which can scratch the surface.
The drip tray should be removed, emptied and cleaned at regular intervals, particularly when the drip tray full indicator is showing EMPTY ME!.
Remove grid, compartments and EMPTy ME! indicator from the drip tray. Dispose of the grounds from the dry compartment into the bin. Wash the drip tray with warm soapy water, using a non-abrasive washing liquid, rinse and dry thoroughly. The EMPTy ME! indicator can be removed from the drip tray by pulling upwards to release the side latches.
The drip tray base and cover are dishwasher safe.
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).
Before storing, press the POWER button to off, turn the steam dial to STANDBY switch Off at the power outlet and unplug.
Remove unused beans from the hopper, clean the grinder (see "CLEANING THE CONICAL BURR GRINDER"), empty the water tank and the drip tray. Ensure the machine is cool, clean and dry. Insert all accessories into position or into the storage tray.
Store upright. Do not place anything on top.
Do not immerse power cord, power plug or appliance in water or any other liquid. The water tank should never be removed or completely emptied during decalcifying.
PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSES | WHAT TO DO |
When the machine is switched On, the steam lights is flashing. |
| Turn the Steam dial to 'STANDBY' position. Machine will commence normal heat up procedure. |
Coffee does not run through |
| Ensure the machine is plugged in, switched On at the power outlet and the POWER button is pressed On. |
| Refer to 'Filling The Water Tank'. | |
| Ensure you use a suitable espresso grind. Refer to 'Setting the Grind Size'. | |
| Refer to 'Adjusting the Grind Amount'. | |
| Refer to 'Coffee Dose and Tamping'. | |
| Clean the filters. Refer to 'Cleaning The Filters'. | |
Coffee runs out too quickly |
| Ensure you use a suitable espresso grind. Refer to 'Setting the Grind Size'. |
| Refer to 'Adjusting the Grind Amount'. | |
| Refer to 'Coffee Dose and Tamping'. | |
Coffee is too cold |
| Preheat cups. Refer to 'Pre-Warming The Cups'. |
| When the base of the jug becomes too hot to touch this is when the milk is heated at the correct temperature. Refer to 'Texturing Milk'. | |
No crema |
| Refer to 'Coffee Dose and Tamping'. |
| Ensure you use a suitable espresso grind. Refer to 'Setting The Grind Size'. | |
| Change old beans with fresh roasted or preground. Ground coffee should not be kept for longer than a week. | |
| Use the fine pin on the cleaning tool to clear the holes. Refer to 'Cleaning The Filters'. | |
Machine is making pulsing/pumping sound while extracting coffee or steaming milk |
| No action require as this is the normal operation of the machine. |
Coffee runs out around the edge of the filter holder |
| Refer to 'Inserting The Portafilter'. |
| Clean any excess ground coffee from the rim of the filter holder to ensure a proper fit into the brew head. | |
| Refer to 'Adjusting the Grind Amount'. | |
| Refer to 'Coffee Dose and Tampering'. | |
| Ensure you use the small filter for 1 cup of coffee and the larger filter for 2 cups of coffee. | |
Coffee extracts as drops from the portafilter |
| Refer to 'Filling The Water Tank'. |
| Ensure you use a suitable espresso grind. Refer to 'Setting The Grind Size'. | |
| Decalcify the machine. Refer to 'Decalcifying'. | |
Grinder safety clutch has activated |
| Clean and clear grinder and chamber |
Machine is making a loud and continuous pumping noise |
| Refer to 'Filling The Water Tank'. |
| Refer to 'Filling The Water Tank'. | |
No steam is generated |
| Ensure the machine is plugged in, switched On at the power outlet and the POWER button is pressed On. |
| Refer to 'Filling The Water Tank'. | |
| Turn the steam dial to the STEAM position. | |
| Use the pin on the cleaning tool to clear the opening. If the steam wand continues to be blocked remove the tip of the steam wand using the spanner in the middle of the cleaning tool. Refer to 'Care and Cleaning'. | |
Milk is not creamy after texturing |
| Steam wand may be blocked. Refer to 'Care and Cleaning'. Use cold fresh milk. Refer to 'Texturing Milk' |
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. | |
No ground coffee coming from grinder |
| Fill hopper |
| Clean and clear grinder chamber and chute. Refer to 'Advanced Grinder Cleaning' | |
| Clean and clear grinder chamber and chute. Refer to 'Advanced Grinder Cleaning | |
Grinder does not start when micro switch is pressed. |
| Remove hopper, check for debris and then replace the hopper into the correct location |
Too much/too little ground coffee is being delivered to the filter basket |
| Use the grind amount dial to increase or decrease the grind amount |
Too much/too little espresso is being delivered to the cup |
| Reset the machine to defaults or re-program new coffee dose settings |
Grinder is making a loud 'ratchet' noise |
| Switch the grinder Off immediately. Remove hopper & clear blockage in the chute. Remove Upper Burr and clear Lower Burr. Refer to 'Cleaning of Conical Burrs' |
CAPPUCCINO
A single shot of espresso with textured milk, garnished with drinking chocolate. Cup size 150–220ml.
ESPRESSO
Intense and aromatic, it is also known as an espresso or short black and is served in a small cup or glass.
LATTE
A latté consists of a single espresso with textured milk and approximately 10mm of foam. Glass size 200–220ml.
MACCHIATO
Traditionally served short, the macchiato is also poured as a long black with a dash of milk or a dollop of textured milk.
LONG BLACK
Add hot water first, then a shot of espresso (single or double) so that crema is maintained.
RISTRETTO
A ristretto is an extremely short espresso of approximately 15ml, distinguished by its intense flavour and aftertaste.
At Breville we are very safety conscious. We design and manufacture consumer products with the safety of you, our valued customer, foremost in mind. In addition we ask that you exercise a degree of care when using any electrical appliance and adhere to the following precautions.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
Fully unwind the cord before use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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