Breville ESPRESSO MACHINE User Manual

Breville Customer Service Centre

ESPRESSO MACHINE

Model 800ESXL

Issue 1/05

US Customers

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Street
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Due to continual improvements in design or otherwise, the product you purchase may differ slightly from the

one illustrated in this booklet.

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ESPRESSO MACHINE

CONTENTS

4 Congratulations

5 About your Breville Die Cast Series™ Espresso Machine

6 Breville recommends safety first

8 Know your Breville Die Cast Series™ Espresso Machine

1 0 Assembling your Breville Die Cast Series™ Espresso Machine

1 3 Operating your Breville Die Cast Series™ Espresso Machine

1 7 How to froth milk for a cappuccino or latté

2 0 Using the hot water function

2 1 Coffee making tips

2 5 Care and Cleaning

2 8 Trouble shooting guide

3 2 Coffee Variations

3 7 Recipes

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Congratulations

on the purchase of your new Breville Die Cast Series™ Espresso

From its superbly crafted and sensitive temperature
control through to its professionally styled casing, your
Die Cast Series Espresso Machine represents a perfect
balance of functionality, reliability and absolute style.

In developing this booklet, our goal was to provide you
with
the fundamental point from which you can start to
discover the incredible versatility of your 800ESXL;
the Espresso Machine that delivers simply superior
coffee. Our hope is that with each page, you gain
increasing pleasure from your 800ESXL and its ability
to help you create a wonderfully broad range of
flavour-rich coffees.

We would just like to say thank you, congratulations
and…

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

• 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 anything

other than its intended use.

• Young children should be supervised to

ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.

• 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.

• To disconnect, turn all controls to ‘OFF’,

then remove plug from power outlet.

• 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.

• Strictly follow cleaning and care

instructions.

• Do not use this appliance for anything

other than its intended use. Do not use
in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use
outdoors.

• Carefully read all instructions before

operating and save for future reference.

• Always switch the appliance to ‘OFF’, and

then remove plug from the power outlet
when the appliance is not being used and
before cleaning.

• An extension cord is not recommended,

however, if one is needed, the extension
cord should be a grounded type and its
electrical rating must be the same or
more wattage as the appliance. 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 1-866­BREVILLE.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE

ELECTRIC CORD STATEMENT

NOTE:Your Breville appliance

ONLY

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. Use in conjunction
with a power strip or

Your Die Cast Series 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 if you must use one must
be the same or more than the wattage of
the appliance (wattage is marked on the
underside of the appliance).

BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

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KNOW YOUR BREVILLE DIE CAST SERIES™ ESPRESSO MACHINE

Extra large cup warming plate

15 bar pump

Italian designed and made

Chromed/brass filter holder

with solid phenolic handle

and silicon burn guard

Removable 2.32 quart (2.2 liter)

water tank

use insert handle to remove from the

front of the machine or water tank

filler button to fill from the rear of the

machine

Extra large cup height for coffee mugs

Removable 1.06 quart (1 liter)

drip tray and grid

Cord storage

Hot water button

press while the Selector Control is
turned to ‘Steam’ to utilise hot
water function

Steam button

will illuminate to indicate that the
steam function is selected

Brew Head

for easy fit of the filter holder

2 dual wall stainless steel filters

(1 cup filter and 2 cup filter)

Pre-brew function:

for optimum coffee extraction
pressure

Auto purge function:

ensures that coffee is extracted at
the correct temperature and not
burnt

Power On/Off button

surround illuminates when

the button is pressed

Thermoblock heating system

ensures coffee is extracted

at the correct temperature

Advanced dual wall crema system

for the perfect crema

External viewing back-lit water window

Drip tray full indicator

Integrated accessory drawer

Heating light

illuminates in red when the Power
On/Off button is pressed to ‘On’

Selector Control – for Espresso ,

Standby (• ) and Steam

Commercial swivel steam wand with
stainless steel frothing attachment

Accessories (not shown in picture)
Custom designed stainless steel
frothing jug
Custom designed measuring/tamping
spoon
Custom designed cleaning tool

KNOW YOUR BREVILLE DIE CAST SERIES ESPRESSO MACHINE

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KNOW YOUR BREVILLE DIE CAST SERIES ESPRESSO MACHINE

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ASSEMBLING YOUR BREVILLE DIE CAST SERIES™ ESPRESSO MACHINE

Your Die Cast Series Espresso machine will
have the Drip Tray and Water Tank in place
when you unpack it from the box.

The Storage Tray, 2 stainless steel Filters,
Cleaning Tool and Measuring/tamping
Spoon will be packed in a plastic sleeve.
The Filter Holder and Frothing Jug will be
packed inside the foam packaging. Ensure
you have located all parts and accessories
before throwing out the packaging.

Remove the Drip Tray and Water Tank and
wash all parts and accessories in warm,
soapy water using a non-abrasive washing
liquid. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

NOTE:Do not clean any of the

parts or accessories in the

TO REASSEMBLE: STEP 1
Insert the Storage Tray into the base of
the machine and slide in towards the back
wall.
This is a convenient location to store the
Cleaning Tool, stainless steel Filters and
Measuring/tamping Spoon when not in use,

STEP 2
Slide the Drip Tray, with the Drip Tray Full
Indicator and Grid in place, into the base of
the machine and in front of the Storage
Tray.

Before first use: It is recommended to
complete a water brewing operation
without ground
coffee before brewing your first espresso
coffee to ensure that all internal piping has
been preheated (follow Steps 1 and 4 in
Operating your Breville Die Cast Series
Espresso Machine – Pages 13 and 15).

STEP 3
Slide the Water Tank over the Drip Tray
and
into the front opening of the machine and
into position above the Storage Tray.
Ensure the Water Tank aligns flush with
the sides of
the machine.

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ASSEMBLING YOUR BREVILLE DIE CLASS SERIES ESPRESSO MACHINEASSEMBLING YOUR BREVILLE DIE CAST SERIES ESPRESSO MACHINE

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OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE DIE CAST SERIES™ ESPRESSO MACHINE

• Remove the Filter Holder if locked into

the Brew Head and move the Steam
Wand to the side of the machine.

• Remove the Water Tank by pulling with

the handle insert in the front of the
Espresso Machine.

• When the Water Tank is removed, a black

tube slides and extends out from the
Water Tank storage area. Do not touch
or try to remove this tube, it will
automatically slide back into position
when the Water Tank is reinserted.

• Fill the Water Tank with cold water to

the maximum mark on the Water
Window and slide the Water Tank
carefully back into position in the
machine.

Operating

STEP 1 – FILLING THE WATER TANK

• Ensure the Power On/Off button is ‘Off’
and
the Selector Control is set to the ‘•’
Standby position.

• Turn the machine off at the power outlet
and unplug the power cord.

NOTE: Check the water level

before use and replace the
water daily.

The water tank should be
refilled with fresh cold
water before each use.

Do not use mineral or

• Alternatively the Water Tank can be

accessed from the rear of the machine.
Press the button at the back of the Cup
Warming Plate and the Water Tank Filler
will open. Ensure the Water Tank is fitted
firmly into position. Fill with cold water
to the maximum mark on the Water
Window and close the Water Tank Filler.

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STEP 2 - PREPARING THE COFFEE

• Place the 1 or 2 cup filter into the Filter

Holder (use the smaller filter for 1 cup
and the larger filter for 2 cups).

• Use 1 level measure of ground espresso

coffee for the 1 cup filter and 2 level
measures for the 2 cup filter. It is
important to use the correct amount of
coffee for each Filter as the filter
perforations have been constructed to
utilise the pressure in the machine to
extract optimal flavor with each brewing.

(Refer to The Grind on Page 21).

NOTE:THE FILTERS A R E HELD IN

PLACE FIRMLY TO ENSURE
THAT THEY DO NOT GET
EMPTIED INTO THE TRASH

TIP: REMOVE THE FILTER USING

THE INDENTS IN THE SIDE OF
THE FILTER HOLDER, IF THIS
PROVES DIFFICULT THE
800ESXL COMES WITH 2
FILTERS. USE THE EDGE OF

STEP 3 - TAMPING THE COFFEE

• Distribute the coffee evenly in the Filter

• Clean any excess coffee from the rim of

THE FREE FILTER AS A
LEVERAGE AID TO

and press down lightly with the tamping

REMOVING THE FILTER

end of the measuring spoon (Refer to

THAT IS FITTED.

Coffee Making Tips on Page 21).

the Filter holder to ensure a proper fit
into the Brew Head.

STEP 4 – PRIMING THE BREW HEAD

• Before placing the Filter Holder into

position, it is recommended to run a
short flow of water through the Brew
Head.

• Ensure the Selector Control is in the

‘Standby’ position and plug the power
cord into a 120V power outlet and
switch on. Press the Power On/Off
button to ‘On’ and the button surround

NOTE:The machine remains ready

will illuminate. The Steam button

for brewing and maintains a

surround will also illuminate.

constant heating

• The machine will make a pumping noise

• Place a container under the Brew Head.

• Prime the Brew Head by quickly turning

temperature while the

then the Heating Light will illuminate red.

Power On/off button is in

When the correct temperature has been

the ‘On’ position. If the

reached the light will cycle out.

temperature lowers, the
heating light will illuminate
and the Thermoblock
Heating System will

the Selector Control to the ‘Espresso’
position until water flows then turn back
to the ‘Standby’ position. A pumping
noise will be heard in this operation.

STEP 5 - PRE-WARMING THE CUPS

• The Cup Warming Plate will start to

warm as the machine heats.

• Pre-warm the espresso cups by placing

on the Cup Warming Plate. This will help
maintain the coffee’s optimal
temperature when brewed into the cups.

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HOW TO FROTH MILK FOR A CAPPUCCINO OR LATTÉ

STEP 6 – INSERTING THE FILTER HOLDER

• Place the Filter Holder underneath the

Brew Head so that the handle is aligned
with the insert graphic. Insert the Filter
Holder up into the Brew Head and rotate
the handle to the right until resistance is

felt, this will be at an approximate 90°
angle to the machine.

STEP 7 - BREWING THE COFFEE

• The red ‘Heating’ light cycles off when

the machine has reached the correct
temperature for brewing.

• Ensure the Drip Tray and Grid are in

place.

• Place one or two pre-warmed cups

beneath the Filter Holder outlet.

• Set the Selector Control to the

‘Espresso’ position.

• After a few seconds, aromatic coffee will

begin to brew into the cups. A pumping
noise will be heard in this operation.

• When sufficient coffee has flowed into

the cups, set the Selector Control to the
‘Standby’ position. This will stop the flow
of coffee.

• If the steam function is not required,

leave the Selector Control to the
‘Standby’ position, unplug the power
cord and allow the machine to cool.

PRE-BREW FUNCTION

• When the Selector Control is set to the

‘Espresso’ position, the 15 bar pump
pumps water momentarily, followed by a
pause, then continues to pump the
water through to the ground coffee in
the Filter Holder. This pre-brew function
is an advanced feature of the 800ESXL.
The ground coffee is moistened by a
small amount of water before full
extraction. The ground coffee expands
and when greater pressure is built up,
the brewed coffee is extracted with its
full flavor.

STEP 8 – EMPTYING THE FILTER HOLDER

• Remove the Filter Holder from the Brew

Head by turning the Filter Holder to the
left until it releases. Turn the Filter
Holder upside down to empty the used
coffee (used coffee grounds should be
thrown away and not put down the sink
which may block drains). Remove the
Filter by using the indents on the side of
the Filter Holder. Rinse the Filter and
Filter Holder with water and allow to dry.

CAUTION: THE METAL PARTS OF THE FILTER HOLDER MIGHT STILL

BE VERY HOT. COOL THESE PARTS IN COLD WATER.

The Die Cast Series Espresso Machine
comes complete with a Commercial Swivel
Steam Wand and Stainless Steel Frothing
Attachment. When using the Frothing
Attachment a large amount of froth is
easily created.

If less froth is required, remove the
Frothing Attachment and steam the milk
using the Steam Wand. To remove the
Frothing Attachment, ensure it is cool then
simply pull down and remove. The Frothing
Attachment can be stored in the Storage
Tray inside the machine if not used
regularly.

To refit the Frothing Attachment ensure it
is securely attached to the Steam Wand by
inserting it, from either end opening, onto
the Wand and pushing firmly upwards onto
the rubber surround. Ensure the fine steam
holes on either end of the Frothing
Attachment are clean to achieve optimal
frothing.

• The first step in making a cappuccino or

latté is to make a short espresso. Refer
to “Operating your Breville Die Cast
Series Espresso Machine” on Page 12.

• Then fill the stainless steel frothing jug

OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE DIE CAST SERIES ESPRESSO MACHINE HOW TO FROTH MILK FOR A CAPPUCCINO OR LATTÉ

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1

/3full with cold fresh milk.

NOTE: When the 800ESXL is

creating steam a pulsing
noise can be heard. This is
the normal operation of the

NOTE: If steam starts coming

from
the Steam Wand before it is
immersed in the milk, pause
the steam by turning the
Selector Control back to the
‘Standby’ position. This
will avoid the steam
pressure blowing milk out

• Turn the Selector Control to the ‘Steam’

position and press the ‘Steam’ button.
(Refer to information on Steam and Hot
Water buttons on Page 19.) The
‘Heating’

light will start to flash indicating that the
Thermoblock Heating System is heating
and preparing to create steam.

NOTE: The 800ESXL features a

Swivel Steam Wand
assembly so
the position of the Steam
Wand can be changed to a

• When the red ‘Heating’ light stops

flashing, quickly insert the Steam Wand
into the jug of milk so that the Froth
Attachment is just immersed into the
milk.

STEAM BUTTON/HOT WATER BUTTON

• The Steam button surround will

automatically illuminate when the
machine is switched ‘On’ with the Power
On/Off button.

• The machine will always automatically

default to the Steam button when the
appliance is first switched on.

• Both buttons cannot be operated at the

same time.

• To select steam: when the Steam button

surround is illuminated, just set the
Selector Control to ‘Steam’

• To select hot water: press the Hot

Water button and the surround will
illuminate, then just set the Selector
Control to ‘Steam’.

• If the machine remains switched ‘On’,

the last button function used (Steam or
Hot Water) will stay illuminated.

• Hold the frothing jug at an angle so that

the Frothing Attachment sits just below
the surface of the heating milk and the
steam will move the milk around the
inside of the jug in a circular motion.

• When the milk starts to increase in

volume, immerse the Frothing

NOTE: Always ensure that the

Attachment deeper into the jug to heat

Frothing Attachment has

the milk.

been firmly pushed onto the

• Hold the jug at an angle with one hand

• When the base of the jug becomes too

• Pour the steamed milk into each cup of

Steam Wand and connects

and place your other hand on the outer

with the rubber surround.

base of the stainless frothing jug.

For best results use cold
fresh milk (low fat milk will

hot to touch, set the Selector Control to

froth easier).

the ‘Standby’ position, stopping the

Always clean the Steam

steaming function before removing the

Wand and Frothing

jug. A pumping noise will sound for a
short time.

Attachment after every

freshly brewed espresso coffee and
spoon in the frothed milk, in the
following ratios: Cappuccino ­espresso, 1/3steamed milk,

1

/3frothed milk
Latté - 1/3espresso topped with
steamed milk and about 1cm of frothed
milk (traditionally served in a glass)

1

/

3

CAUTION: DO NOT ALLOW MILK TO RUN OVER THE TOP OF THE FROTHING ATTACHMENT, OTHERWISE IT

WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.
TO AVOID SPLATTERING OF HOT MILK, DO NOT LIFT THE END OF THE FROTHING ATTACHMENT

ABOVE THE SURFACE OF THE MILK WHILE FROTHING.
ENSURE THE SELECTOR CONTROL IS IN THE ‘STANDBY’ POSITION BEFORE REMOVING THE

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HOW TO FROTH MILK FOR A CAPPUCCINO OR LATTÉ

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USING THE HOT WATER FUNCTION

COFFEE MAKING TIPS

AUTO PURGE FUNCTION
For brewing more coffee immediately after
using the steam function, the 800ESXL
features an auto-purge function. This
ensures that ground coffee will not be
burnt by the initial water flow from the
thermoblock that could be too hot. Instead
this water is automatically released
internally into the Drip Tray ensuring that
the internal thermostat is at optimal
temperature for extracting coffee. Your
coffee will always be extracted at this
optimal temperature ensuring only the best
flavored coffee is achieved.

The 800ESXL features a separate Hot
Water function that can be used for

NOTE: If the machine remains

making tea, hot chocolate and other warm
drinks. The hot water is dispensed from
the Steam Wand.

To use the Hot Water function, remove the
Frothing Attachment from the Steam
Wand. Press the Hot Water button then
turn the Selector Control to ‘Steam’. The
Hot Water button surround will illuminate
when selected.

Place a jug or cup underneath the Steam
Wand to collect the hot water.

To turn the hot water off, turn the
Selector Control to the ‘Standby’ position.

Limit the extraction of hot water to 2
quarts (2 liters) each use.

The machine is not designed to make
whole pots of coffee and tea. The more
the amount of water is extracted the
cooler it becomes.

switched ‘On’, the last
button function used will
stay illuminated. To change
to the steam function,
simply press the Steam
button so that the steam
light surround illuminates
and turn the Selector
Control to the ‘Steam’
position. Refer to Steam

Making a good cup of coffee is an art that
is simple to achieve. Here are some tips to
help you make the perfect coffee.

THE COFFEE
Pre-ground coffee can be used and should
be stored in an air-tight container, in a
cool, dry area. Pre-ground coffee should
not be kept for longer than 1 week as
flavor will diminish. Do not refrigerate or
freeze.

Whole coffee beans, freshly ground just
before use, are recommended. Coffee
beans should be stored in an air-tight
container, in a cool, dry area but should
not be kept for longer than 1 month as
flavor will diminish. Do not refrigerate or
freeze.

WATER FLOW
When brewing coffee, make sure the water
flows through the Coffee Filter at the
correct rate.

If the water flow is too slow the coffee will
be over extracted and will be very dark and
bitter, with a mottled and uneven crema
on top.

If the water flow is too fast, the coffee will
be under extracted – the optimal flavor will
not develop, the coffee will be watery and
lack the thick crema on the top.

The water flow can be adjusted by varying
the pressure that the coffee is tamped
(pressed down) in the Filter or by changing
the grind of the coffee.

THE GRIND
If using a pre-ground coffee, ensure an
espresso grind suitable for
espresso/cappuccino machines is
purchased.

If grinding coffee beans, the grind should
be fine but not too fine or powdery. The
grind will affect the rate at which the
water flows through the coffee in the Filter
and therefore the taste of the coffee.

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 even when under pressure. The
resulting coffee will be over extracted, too
dark and bitter, with a mottled and uneven
crema on top.

If the grind is too coarse the water will
flow through the coffee too quickly. This
will result
in an under-extracted coffee lacking in
flavor and without the thick crema on the
top layer
of coffee.

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COFFEE MAKING TIPS

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TAMPING THE COFFEE
After measuring the ground coffee into the
Filter it must be tamped (pressed down)
using the flat end of the measuring spoon.
The ground coffee should be tamped quite
firmly.

If the coffee is not tamped firmly enough,
the water will flow through the water too
quickly and the coffee will be under
extracted. If the coffee is tamped too
firmly, however, the water will flow through
the coffee too slowly and the coffee will
be over extracted.

NOTE: The taste of your coffee

will, of course, depend on
personal preference and on
many other factors such as
the type of coffee bean
used, the coarseness or
fineness of the grind and
the tamping pressure
(pressed down). We
recommend experimenting
by varying these factors to

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COFFEE MAKING TIPS

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CARE AND CLEANING

position and press the Hot Water button.
This will clear any remaining milk from
inside the Steam Wand.

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Cleaning

CLEANING THE STEAM WAND AND
FROTHING ATTACHMENT

• The Steam Wand and Frothing

Attachment should always be cleaned
after frothing milk.

• Remove the Frothing Attachment and

rinse in warm tap water. Ensure the two
fine steam holes on either end of the
Frothing Attachment are clear. Use the
pin on the Cleaning Tool to unblock
these holes.

• Wipe the Steam Wand with a damp

cloth, then with the Steam Wand
directed back into the drip tray, briefly
set the Selector Control to the ‘Steam’

• Ensure the Selector Control is in the

‘Standby’ position. Press the ‘ON/OFF’
button to ‘OFF’, switch off at the power
outlet, unplug the power cord and allow
the machine to cool.

• If the Steam Wand remains blocked, use

the pin on the Cleaning Tool to clear the
opening.

• If the Steam Wand continues to be

blocked, the tip of the Steam Wand can
be removed
by using the spanner in the middle of the
Cleaning Tool.

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• Soak the tip in hot water before using

the pin on the Cleaning Tool to unblock.
Replace the tip back onto the Steam
Wand and secure with the Cleaning Tool.

CLEANING THE FILTERS, FILTER HOLDER
AND BREWING HEAD

• The stainless steel Filters and Filter

Holder should be rinsed under water
directly after use to remove all coffee
particles. Should the fine holes in the
filters become blocked, the fine pin on
the Cleaning Tool can be used to clear
the holes.

• The Brew Head interior should be wiped

with a damp cloth to remove any ground
coffee particles.

• Periodically run water through the

machine with the Filter Holder in place,
but without any ground coffee, to rinse
out any residual coffee particles.

CLEANING THE OUTER HOUSING /
CUP WARMING PLATE

• The outer housing and cup warming

plate can be cleaned with a soft, damp
cloth (do not use abrasive cleansers,
pads or cloths which can scratch the
surface).

CLEANING THE DRIP TRAY

• The Drip Tray should be removed,

emptied and cleaned at regular intervals,
particularly when the Drip Tray Full

NOTE: Do not clean any of the

Indicator is showing full.

parts or accessories in the

• Remove the Drip Tray Full Indicator and

Grid from the Drip Tray, wash with warm
soapy water, using a non-abrasive
washing liquid, rinse and dry thoroughly.

• If further cleaning is required the full

indicator can be removed from the drip
tray by releasing the side snaps.

CLEANING THE STORAGE TRAY

• The Storage Tray can be removed after

the Drip Tray is removed then cleaned
with a soft, damp cloth (do not use
abrasive cleansers, pads or cloths which
can scratch the surface).

CAUTION: DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG OR APPLIANCE IN WATER

OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
THE WATER TANK SHOULD NEVER BE REMOVED OR

COMPLETELY EMPTIED DURING DECALCIFYING.

DECALCIFYING

• 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
liquid decalcifying agent. Follow the
instructions provided, or use the
following
as a guide:

Diluted solution (for softer water)

• 1 part decalcifying agent

• 2 parts cold tap water

Concentrated solution (for harder water)

• 1 part decalcifying agent

• 1 part cold tap water

NOTE:The stainless steel Filters

should not come in contact
with any decalcifying
agents.

Do not use powdered

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO

Coffee does not run through Machine is not turned on or plugged in Ensure the machine is plugged in, switched
on at the power outlet and the ‘ON/OFF’
button is in the ‘ON’ position.

Water tank is empty Refer to step 1 – Filling the water tank on

page 13.

Selector Control not in ‘Espresso’ position Turn the selector control to the ‘Espresso’

position.

Coffee grind is too fine Ensure you use a suitable espresso grind.

Refer to ‘The Grind’ on page 21.

Too much coffee in the filter Refer to ‘Preparing the coffee’ on page 14.
Coffee tamped too firmly Refer to ‘Tamping the coffee’ on page 14.

The filter is blocked Use the fine pin on the cleaning tool to clear
the holes. Please refer to ‘Cleaning
the filters’ on page 2 6.

Coffee runs out too quickly The coffee grind is too coarse Ensure you use a suitable espresso grind.
Refer to ‘The Grind’ on page 21.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO

Coffee runs out around the Filter holder is not inserted in the brew Refer to ‘Inserting the filter holder’ on page

15.
edge of the filter holder head properly

There are coffee grounds around the filter rim Clean any excess coffee from the rim of the
filter holder to ensure a proper fit
into the brew head.

Too much coffee in the filter Refer to ‘Preparing the coffee’ on page 14.

Coffee has been tamped too firmly Refer to ‘Tamping the coffee’ on page 14.

Incorrect filter for amount of coffee used Ensure you use the small filter for 1 cup of

coffee and the large filter for
2 cups of coffee.

Coffee filters out in drops The water tank is empty or low Refer to step 1 – Filling the water tank on
page 13.
from the filter holder

Coffee grind is too fine Ensure you use a suitable espresso grind. Refer

to ‘The Grind’ on page 21.

Machine is blocked by mineral deposits Decalcify the machine; please refer to

‘Decalcifying’ on Page 27.

Machine is too loud Water tank is empty Refer to step 1 – Filling the water tank on

page 13.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO

Coffee is too cold Machine not preheated Ensure the red ‘Heating’ light cycles off as this
is when the machine has reached
the correct temperature.

Cups not preheated The cup warming plate starts to warm up as
the machine warms up. Please refer
to ‘Pre-warming the cups’ on page 15.

Milk not heated enough When the base of the jug becomes too hot to

(if making a cappuccino or latté) touch this is when the milk is heated at the

correct temperature. Please refer to ‘How to
froth milk for a cappuccino or
latté on page 17.

No crema Coffee is not tamped firmly enough Refer to ‘Tamping the coffee’ on page 14.

Coffee grind is too coarse Ensure you use a suitable espresso grind. Refer

to ‘The Grind’ on page 21.

Ground Coffee is not fresh Pre-ground coffee should not be kept for

longer

than a week. Please refer to ‘The coffee’ on

No steam is generated Machine is not turned on Ensure the machine is plugged in, switched on

at

the power outlet and the ‘on/off’ button is in

the ‘on’ position.

Water tank is empty Refer to step 1 – Filling the water tank on

page 13.

Selector Control not in ‘Steam’ position Turn the selector control to the ‘Steam’
position. Ensure the steam
button is selected for steam and ‘Hot Water’ button
selected for hot water.

Steam Wand is blocked 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. Please refer to ‘Care and cleaning’ on
page 25.

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COFFEES TO TRY

ESPRESSO
Intense and aromatic, an espresso or short
black as it’s also known uses about 7g of
ground coffee. It is served in a small cup or
glass to a level of approximately 30ml.

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LONG BLACK
A long black is generally served as a
standard espresso with hot water added to
taste.

FLAT WHITE
A single dose of espresso in a cup topped
with steamed milk, 1⁄3coffee and 1⁄3 milk.

CLASSIC CAFE LATTÉ
Traditionally the morning coffee of Italy
and France, taken with pain au chocolate
or sweet biscotti. This blend of 1⁄

3

espresso to 2⁄3milk is made with a single
shot of espresso. Top with steamed milk,
poured down the inside rim of the glass to
give a creamy consistency and perfect
layer of froth.

CAPPUCCINO
The real thing is served very light and luke
warm with 1⁄3espresso to 1⁄3steamed milk
and a generous final third of creamy froth.
For added finesse, hold a piece of card
over
one half of the the cappuccino before
dusting with chocolate.

MACCHIATO
A shot of espresso served short in a 70ml
demitasse and stained with a dash of finely
frothed milk.

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MOCHA FRAPPE (serves two)
Ready in minutes this impressive refresher
will delight chocolate and coffee drinkers
alike. Melt two heaped teaspoons of quality
chocolate bits into a double shot of
espresso. Add 1⁄2cup
cold milk and 9 ice cubes and process in
blender on a low speed to a smooth,
velvety consistency. Pour evenly into two
glasses and serve immediately.

ESPRESSO AFFOGATO
Totally irresistible, this sweet temptation is
simply a single scoop of premium vanilla
bean ice cream, drenched in espresso and
if desired, your favourite liqueur. To create
a sense of occasion, serve ice cream in a
martini glass with shots on the side.

CON PANNA
Meaning ‘with cream’ this heart warmer
is a chic variation on old-fashioned Vienna
Coffee. In a 90-120ml cup, dress a double
shot
of espresso with a dollop of fresh cream,
whipped until glossy. Dust with cinnamon
and serve immediately.

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