BREVILLE CAFE ROMA User Manual
Café Roma™
Instruction Booklet Livret d’instructions
ESP8XL
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CONGRATULATIONS
On the purchase of your new Breville Café Roma
Espresso Machine
CONTENTS
4 Breville recommends safety first
6 Know your Breville Café Roma
Espresso Machine
8 Operating your Breville Café Roma
Espresso Machine
14 Care and cleaning your Breville Café
Roma Espresso Machine
17 Troubleshooting
19 Espresso variations
20 One year limited warranty
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ELECTRIC CORD
STATEMENT
Your Espresso Machine has a short cord
as a safety precaution to prevent personal
injury or property damage resulting from
pulling, tripping or becoming entangled
with the cord. Do not allow children to be
near or use this appliance without close
adult supervision. If you must use a longer
cord or an extension cord when using the
appliance, the cord must be arranged so
it will not drape or hang over the edge of a
countertop, tabletop or surface area where
it can be pulled on by young children or
tripped over.
To prevent electric shock, personal injury
or fire, the electrical rating of the extension
cord you use must be the same or more
than the wattage of the appliance
(wattage is marked on the underside of
the appliance).
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
(Applicable to California residents
only).
This product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST
We at Breville 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
Carefully read all instructions before •
operating and save for future reference.
To protect against fire, electrical shock •
and injury to persons do not immerse
the appliance, cord or plug in water or
any other liquid.
This appliance is for household use only.•
Do not use this appliance for other than •
its intended use. Do not use outdoors.
The appliance is not intended for use •
by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
Do not leave the appliance unattended •
when in use.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.•
Always use the appliance on a dry, •
level surface.
Do not place this appliance on or near •
a hot gas or electric burner, or where
it could touch a heated oven.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge •
of a table or counter, touch hot surfaces
or become knotted.
The use of accessory attachments not •
recommended by Breville may cause
a risk of injury to persons, fire or
electric shock.
Always switch the appliance to “OFF”, •
and then remove plug from the power
outlet when the appliance is not being
used and before cleaning.
Regularly inspect the supply cord, plug •
and actual appliance for any damage. If
found damaged in any way, immediately
cease use of the appliance and call
Breville Customer Service at
1-866-BREVILLE.
For any maintenance other than •
cleaning, call Breville Customer Service
at 1-866-BREVILLE.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.•
This appliance has a polarized plug (one •
blade is wider than the other). To reduce
the risk of electric shock, this plug is
intended to fit into a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
modify the plug in any way.
Allow to cool before putting on or •
taking off parts, and before cleaning
the appliance.
To disconnect, turn all controls to ‘OFF’, •
then remove plug from power outlet.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Only use cold water in the water tank. •
Do not use any other liquid.
Never use the machine without water in it.•
Ensure the filter holder is firmly secured •
when using the machine.
Never remove the filter holder during the •
brewing operation as the machine is
under pressure.
NOTE:
Your Breville appliance comes
with the unique Assist™ Plug,
conveniently designed with a finger
hole in the power plug, for easy and
safe removal from the outlet. For
safety reasons it is recommended
you plug your Breville appliance
directly into the power outlet.
DO NOT use in conjunction with a
power strip or extension cord.
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KNOW
your Breville Café Roma Espresso Machine
KNOW YOUR BREVILLE CAFÉ ROMA ESPRESSO MACHINE
Power On/Off
switch
‘Power On’ light
(red)
illuminates when the
machine is turned on
15 bar pump
Selector Control
for Espresso
and Steam
‘HEATING’ light
(orange)
illuminates to indicate
that the machine is
heating and will turn
off when the correct
temperature has been
reached. This light
will cycle on and off
during operation to
indicate the machine is
maintaining the correct
temperature.
Removable 40fl oz
(1.2 liter) water tank
Water level indicator
External water
window
Steam wand
Removable
drip tray and grid
Thermoblock
heating system
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Pre-Warming Cups
For optimal espresso temperature,
pre-warm the espresso cups by placing
them on the cup warming plate.
Tips on Making the Perfect Espresso
Don’t just rely on your espresso maker
to do all the work. Making a good cup of
espresso is an art.
Water Flow
If you’re making an espresso, make sure
the water flows through the espresso
filter at the correct rate. If it’s too slow,
the espresso will be over-extracted - too
dark and bitter, with a mottled and uneven
créma on top. If it flows too quickly, the
espresso will be under extracted - the
proper flavor won’t have had time
to develop.
You can adjust the water flow by tamping
(pressing down) the espresso grind firmly or
by changing the grind of the espresso. See
below for tips:
The Coffee Beans
It is recommended to grind the beans just
before extraction. Ground espresso can
keep its flavor, for a very long time if it is
stored in an air tight container placed in
a freezer.
The Grind
If using pre-ground espresso, ensure 1.
you purchase an espresso grind for
espresso/cappuccino machines.
If grinding your own beans the coffee 2.
must be ground fine, but not too fine.
It can affect the taste and the rate the
water flows through it.
OPERATING
your Breville Café Roma Espresso Machine
OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE CAFÉ ROMA ESPRESSO MACHINE
Before Using your Espresso Machine
Wash the filter holder and the stainless
steel filters in mild detergent and water.
Rinse thoroughly.
Filling The Water Tank
Ensure the Power switch is set to the 1.
‘OFF’ position and the Selector Control
is set to the ‘STAND BY’ position.
Ensure the appliance is unplugged 2.
from the power outlet.
Lift up the water tank lid and remove 3.
the water tank. Fill with cold water to
the maximum mark and replace in the
machine, pressing down firmly. Close
the water tank lid.
NOTE:
The water tank should be filled with
fresh cold water before use. Check
water level before use and replace
the water daily.
Do not use mineral or distilled water.
Pre-Heating the Machine
For optimal créma, it is recommended to
carry out a complete brewing operation
with water but without any espresso grinds
before making your first espresso. This is
to ensure that the machine.
Make sure the Selector Control is in the 1.
‘STAND BY’ position.
Plug the power cord into a 120V 2.
electrical outlet. Set the power switch to
the ‘ON’ position.
As soon as the orange ‘HEATING’ light 3.
turns off, set the Selector Control to the
‘ESPRESSO’ position and run a small
amount of water through the brewing
head for a few seconds without the filter
holder in place.
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Distribute the espresso grinds evenly 3.
and press it lightly with the bottom of the
measuring spoon (if there is too much
espresso grind, the flow of water can
become blocked
Clean any excess espresso grinds from 4.
the rim of the filter holder to ensure a
proper fit under the brew head.
Place the filter holder underneath 5.
the brew head so that the handle is
positioned to the left of center. Lift the
filter holder until it contacts the brew
head and slowly rotate to the right. This
will lock it in place.
NOTE:
The perfect espresso grind feels like
fine sand. When rubbed between
your fingertips, it will slightly stain
them while keeping its granular
consistency.
If the grind is too fine, the water will 3.
not flow through the espresso even
under pressure (this grind looks like
powder and feels like flour when rubbed
between fingers).
If the grind is too coarse, water will 4.
pass through the grinds too quickly,
resulting in espresso that is
under-extracted and lacking flavor.
NOTE:
The perfect espresso grind will
produce a layer of crema that floats
on top of the espresso following
extraction.
Preparing the Espresso
Place the 1 or 2 cup filter into the filter 1.
holder (use the smaller filter for 1 cup /
1oz and the larger filter for 2 cups / 2oz
or 2 singles at the same time). When
brewing for a mug of coffee always use
the 2 cup filter and only extract 2 oz. If
you require a larger coffee, add the hot
water first and then brew the espresso.
Use 1 level measure of ground espresso 2.
coffee for the 1 cup filter and 2 level
measures for the 2 cup filter. It is
important to use the correct amount
of ground espresso for each filter as
the filter perforations have been
constructed to utilize the pressure in
the machine to extract optimal flavor
with each extraction.
Brewing Espresso
Make sure the Selector Control is in the 1.
‘STAND BY’ position.
Plug the power cord into a 120V 2.
electrical outlet. Set the power switch to
the ‘ON’ position.
As soon as the orange ‘HEATING’ light 3.
turns off, the machine is heated up.
Make sure the drip tray is in place.4.
Place one or two pre-heated cups 5.
beneath the filter holder. When brewing
into two cups at the same time, no
more than 1oz should be extracted into
either cup.
Set the selector control to the 6.
‘ESPRESSO’ position.
After a few seconds, aromatic espresso 7.
will begin to run through.
When sufficient espresso has flowed into 8.
the cups, set the selector control to the
‘STAND BY’ position. This will stop the
flow of espresso.
If you do not need to use the steam 9.
function, set the power switch to the
‘STAND BY’ position, unplug the power
cord and allow the machine to cool.
Remove the filter holder from the brew 10.
head and turn the filter holder upside
down to empty the used espresso
(used espresso grounds should be
thrown away with domestic waste and
not down the sink which may block
drains). Rinse the filter and filter holder
with water and allow to dry.
NOTE:
The machine remains ready for
brewing and maintains a constant
heating temperature as long as
the Power switch is left in the ‘On’
position. If the temperature should
drop, the orange control light
will illuminate and the heater will
automatically heat up to the correct
brewing temperature.
Preparing Espresso Pods
Your Café Roma can be used with most
leading brands of espresso pods. To
prepare the pod for brewing, place the pod
in the pod filter and ensure that all of the
pod’s surface area is fitted inside the filter.
If the edges of the pod overflow the filter,
you will need to trim them off until the pod
is fully contained within the filter. Lock the
filter holder in place and brew the espresso
as per the instructions on page 10.
NOTE:
The underside of the Pod filter is
marked 'POD' for easy identification.
NOTE:
The quality of the espresso and
créma produced will be dependent
on the type of pod used. Only
use the pod filter when using the
espresso pods.
OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE CAFÉ ROMA ESPRESSO MACHINE OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE CAFÉ ROMA ESPRESSO MACHINE
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How to Froth Milk for a Cappuccino
or Latte
The Breville Café Roma comes complete
with a steam wand.
The first step in making a cappuccino
or latté is to make a short espresso (see
"Brewing Coffee"), then:
Fill the stainless steel frothing jug ½ full 1.
with cold milk.
When the orange 'HEATING' light has 2.
turned off, quickly insert the steam wand
into the jug of the milk so that the tip of
the Steam Wand is just immersed into
the milk.
Set the Selector Control to the ‘STEAM’ 3.
position.
Hold the frothing jug at an angle so 4.
that the tip of the Steam Wand sits just
below the surface of the heating milk.
The steam will move the milk around the
inside of the jug in a circular motion.
When the milk has begun to increase in 5.
volume, immerse the Froth Enhancer
deeper into the jug to further heat the
milk.
The amount of froth desired may vary 6.
by individual. The stainless steel frothing
jug will gradually become hot; be sure to
hold the handle or use a towel to avoid
a hot jug. When the base of the jug
becomes too hot to touch, switch the
Selector Control to the ‘OFF’ position
to stop the steaming function before
removing the jug. This will ensure that
you don’t burn the milk.
Add the steamed milk to each cup of 7.
freshly brewed espresso coffee and
spoon on the frothed milk in the following
ratios:
OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE CAFÉ ROMA ESPRESSO MACHINE
Cappuccino - ½ espresso, ½ steamed
milk, ½ frothed milk.
Latte - ½ espresso topped with
steamed milk and approximately 4"
(10cm) of frothed milk (traditionally
served in a glass).
NOTE:
For best results use fresh cold milk (light
milk will froth easier).
Always clean the steam wand after every
use (refer to care and cleaning).
If brewing more coffee straight after using
the steam function, set the selector control
to the ‘espresso’ position to run a small
amount of water through the brewing head
for a few seconds without the filter holder
in place. This will prepare the system for
optimal brewing temperature.
THE METAL PARTS OF THE FILTER
HOLDER MIGHT STILL BE VERY
HOT. COOL DOWN THESE PARTS BY
RUNNING UNDER COLD WATER.
TO AVOID SPLATTERING OF HOT
MILK, DO NOT LIFT THE STEAM
NOZZLE ABOVE THE SURFACE
OF THE MILK WHILE FROTHING.
ENSURE THE SELECTOR CONTROL
IS IN THE ‘STAND BY’ POSITION
BEFORE REMOVING THE FROTHING
JUG.
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