Breville BES870XL Barista Express User Manual

Breville BES870XL Barista Express

Breville recommends safety first

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. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:

• Carefully read all instructions before operating and save for future reference.
• Remove any packaging material and promotional labels or stickers before using the espresso machine for the first time.
• To eliminate a choking hazard for young children, remove and safely discard the protective cover fitted to the power plug of the espresso machine.
• Do not place the espresso machine near the edge of a bench or table during operation. Ensure the surface is level, clean and free of water and other substances.
• Do not place the espresso machine on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or where it could touch a heated oven.
• Do not use the espresso machine on metal surfaces, for example, a sink drain board.
• Always ensure the espresso machine is properly assembled before connecting to a power outlet and operating.
• Do not attempt to operate the espresso machine by any method other than those described in this book.
• The espresso machine is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
• We recommend using cold, filtered water. We do not recommend the use of de-mineralized or distilled water as this may affect the taste of the espresso and how the machine is designed to
  function. Do not use any other liquid.
• Never use the espresso machine without water in the water tank.
• Ensure the portafilter is firmly inserted and secured into the group head before using the machine.
• Never remove the portafilter during the brewing operation as the machine is under pressure.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Allow the espresso machine to cool down before moving or cleaning any parts.
• Do not place anything other than cups for warming on top of the espresso machine.
• Do not operate the grinder without the hopper lid in position. Keep fingers, hands, hair, clothing and utensils away from the hopper during the operation.
• Always switch off the espresso machine by pressing the POWER button to off and unplug if the appliance is to be left unattended, if not in use, before cleaning, before attempting to move the
  appliance, disassembling, assembling and when storing the appliance.
• Keep the espresso machine and accessories clean. Follow the cleaning instructions provided in this book.
• Do not use espresso machine attachments other than those provided. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Breville may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

• Fully unwind cord before use.
• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or any other liquid.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces, or become knotted.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given
  supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• This appliance is recommended for household use only. Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. Do not use in moving vehicles or boats. Do not use outdoors.
• It is recommended to regularly inspect the appliance. Do not use the appliance if the power cord, power plug, or appliance becomes damaged in anyway. Immediately cease use and call Breville Consumer Support.
• For any maintenance other than cleaning, call Breville Consumer Support. This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The appliance must be grounded using a 3-hole properly grounded outlet. In the event
  of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock.
• If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding 3-wire cord.
• If the power outlet is a standard 2-prong wall outlet, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord or use an adapter.
• Consult a qualified electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Know your Breville product

• A. ½lb bean hopper With locking system for easy removal, storage and transfer of coffee beans.
• B. Integrated conical burr grinder
• C. Grind outlet
• D. Grinding activation switch
• E. Hands free grinding cradle
• F. GRIND SIZE selector Espresso grind settings from fine to coarse.
• G. GRIND AMOUNT dial Adjust the amount of fresh ground coffee dosed into the filter basket to suit the fineness or coarseness of the grind.
• H. FILTER SIZE button Tell the machine if you are using a 1 CUP or 2 CUP filter basket and the
  grinder will dispense the required amount of ground coffee for a single or double cup dose.
• I. POWER button
• J. Integrated removable 54mm tamper
• K. Group head
• L. 54mm stainless steel portafilter With commercial style spouts.
• M. Extra-tall cup clearance for tall mugs
• N. Removable wet & dry coffee separator drip tray With Empty Me! tray full indicator.
• O. Storage tray (located behind drip tray) Houses accessories when not in use.
• P. 360˚ swivel-action steam wand
• Q. Dedicated hot water outlet
• R. Steam/Hot Water dial Selector dial for steam and hot water.
• S. Steam/Hot Water light Illuminates to indicate that the steam or hot water function is selected.
• T. 1 CUP and 2 CUP buttons With preset, manual override or re-programmable shot volumes.
• U. CLEAN ME light Illuminates when a cleaning cycle is required.
• V. Espresso pressure gauge
• W. PROGRAM button Re-programs the preset 1 CUP and 2 CUP shot volumes.
• X. Cup warming tray
• Y. 67 fl.oz (2L) removable water tank With replaceable water filter to reduce impurities and scale.

ACCESSORIES

1. Stainless steel milk jug
2. Cleaning disc
3. Cleaning tablets
4. Dual Wall filter baskets (1 cup & 2 cup) Use with pre-ground coffee.
5. Allen key
6. Single Wall filter baskets (1 cup & 2 cup) Use when grinding fresh whole coffee beans.
7. Cleaning tool
8. Water filter holder and filter
9. Coffee scoop Measures the amount of pre-ground coffee when using dual wall filter baskets.
10. Cleaning brush
11. The Razor™ precision dose trimming tool

OPERATING

Before First Use

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. Remove the water tank located at the back of the machine by lifting the water tank handle. Remove the plastic bag containing the water filter and water filter holder. Clean parts and accessories (water tank, portafilter, filter baskets, milk jug) using warm water and a gentle dish washing liquid, then rinse and dry thoroughly. 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.

NOTE: All parts should be cleaned by hand using warm water and a gentle dish washing liquid. Do not use abrasive cleansers, pads or cloths which can scratch the surface. Do not clean any of the parts or accessories in the dishwasher.

Conditioning the Water Filter

• Remove the water filter and water filter holder from the plastic bag.
• Soak the water filter in a cup of water for 5 minutes, then rinse under cold running water.
• Wash the water filter holder with cold water, taking specific care to rinse the stainless steel mesh.
• Insert the water filter into the two parts of the water filter holder.
• Set Date Dial 2 months ahead.
• To install the assembled water filter holder into the water tank, align the base of the water filter holder with the adapter inside the water tank. Push down to lock into place.
• Slide the water tank back into position at the back of the machine, ensuring to push down completely to lock it into place.

FIRST USE

Initial Start Up

• Ensure the water filter is securely fitted inside the water tank.
• Fill the water tank with cold, preferably filtered water up to the MAX mark. When replacing the water tank, ensure to push down completely to lock into place.
• Ensure the hopper is locked into position.
• Plug the power cord into a 110/120V power outlet.
• Press the POWER button to switch the machine on. The POWER button light will flash while the machine is heating.
• A pumping sound will be heard. This is normal.
• When the machine has reached the correct operating temperature, the POWER button light will stop flashing and all button lights on the control panel will illuminate. The machine is now in
  STANDBY mode, ready for the next step ‘Flushing The Machine’.

Flushing the Machine

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, follow these steps:

1. Press 2 CUP button to run hot water through the group head.
2. Position the steam wand tip over the drip tray. Rotate the STEAM/HOT WATER dial to the STEAM position and run steam through the steam wand for 10 seconds.
3. Rotate the STEAM/HOT WATER dial to the HOT WATER position and run water through the hot water outlet for 10 seconds.
4. Repeat steps 1–3 until the water tank is empty.

GENERAL OPERATION

Setting the Grind Size

The grind size will affect the rate of water flow through the coffee in the filter basket and the flavor of the espresso. When setting the grind size, it should be fine but not too fine and powdery. There are numbered settings on the GRIND SIZE selector. The smaller the number, the finer the grind size. The larger the number, the coarser the grind size. We recommend you start at setting 5 and adjust as required.

Setting the Grind Amount

Set the GRIND AMOUNT dial to the 3 o’clock position as a starting point. Adjust towards LESS or MORE as required to adjust the dose amount so the metal cap on the supplied tamper is level with the top edge of the filter basket rim, AFTER tamping.

Selecting the Filter Size

Insert either the 1 CUP or 2 CUP filter basket into the portafilter (see ‘Selecting a Filter Basket’, page 22). Press the FILTER SIZE button to select SINGLE if using the 1 CUP filter basket, or DOUBLE if using the
2 CUP filter basket.

Automatic Dosing

• Ensure the hopper is locked into position and is filled with fresh coffee beans.
• Ensure the filter basket is completely dry before placing the portafilter into the grinding cradle.
• Push and release the portafilter to engage the grinding activation switch, then allow fresh ground coffee to fill the portafilter.
• Grinding will automatically stop, however if you wish to stop grinding before the cycle has finished, push and release the portafilter.

Manual Dosing

• If you prefer to manually dose, with the portafilter inserted in the grinding cradle, push and hold the portafilter to engage the grinding activation switch. Continue holding until the desired amount of ground coffee has been dosed.
• To stop grinding, release the portafilter. This will release the grinding activation switch and stop the grinding function.

Tamping the Ground Coffee

• Once grinding is complete, carefully withdraw the portafilter from the grinding cradle.
• Tap the portafilter several times to collapse and distribute the coffee evenly in the filter basket.
• Tamp down firmly using approx. 30–40lbs (15–20kgs) of pressure. The amount of pressure is not as important as consistent pressure every time.
• As a guide to dose, the top edge of the metal cap on the tamper should be level with the top of the filter basket AFTER the coffee has been tamped.

Trimming the Dose

The Razor™ precision dose-trimming tool allows you to trim the puck to the right level for a consistent extraction.

• Insert the Razor™ dose trimming tool into the filter basket until the shoulders of the tool rest on the rim of the basket. The blade of the dose-trimming tool should penetrate the surface of the tamped coffee.
• Rotate the Razor™ dose trimming tool back and forth while holding the portafilter on an angle over a knock box to trim off excess coffee grinds. Your filter basket is now dosed with the correct amount of coffee.

Purging the Group Head

Before placing the portafilter into the group head, run a short flow of water through the group head by pressing the 1 CUP button. This will stabilize the temperature prior to extraction.

Inserting the Portafilter

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 center until resistance is felt.

Preset Shot Volume – 1 CUP button

Press the 1 CUP button once to extract a single shot of espresso at the preset volume (approx. 1oz / 30ml). The extraction will start using the low-pressure pre-infusion (see page 16). The machine will stop after the preset volume has been extracted.Preset Shot Volume – 2 CUP button

Press the 2 CUP button once to extract a double shot of espresso at the preset volume (approx. 2oz / 60ml). The extraction will start using the low-pressure pre-infusion (see page 16). The machine will stop after the preset volume has been extracted.

Re-Programming

Shot Volume – 1 CUP Button

1. To begin programming, press the PROGRAM button once. The machine will beep once and the PROGRAM button will begin to flash. This indicates the machine is in programming mode.
2. Press 1 CUP button to start espresso extraction. Press 1 CUP button again once desired volume of espresso has been extracted. The machine will beep twice to indicate the new 1 CUP volume has been set.

Re-Programming

Shot Volume – 2 CUP Button

1. To begin programming, press the PROGRAM button once. The machine will beep once and the PROGRAM button will begin to flash. This indicates the machine is in programming mode.
2. Press 2 CUP button to start espresso extraction. Press 2 CUP button again once desired volume of espresso has been extracted. The machine will beep twice to indicate the new 2 CUP volume has been set.

Resetting Default Volumes

To reset the machine to the default 1 CUP and 2 CUP shot volumes, press and hold the PROGRAM button until the machine beeps three times. Release the PROGRAM button. The machine will return to its original default volume settings and default espresso water temperature (see ‘Advanced Temperature Mode’, page 19).

Manual Shot Volume

Manually control low-pressure pre-infusion time and shot volume without re programming the preset shot volume. Press and hold the 1 CUP or 2 CUP button. The extraction will enter low-pressure pre-infusion until the button is released. When the 1 CUP or 2 CUP button is released, extraction will continue at full pressure. Press the 1 CUP or 2 CUP button again once the desired volume of espresso has been extracted.Espress0 Pressure Gauge

Low-Pressure Pre-Infusion

The gauge needle will be positioned in the pre-infusion zone at the start of the extraction indicating the machine is in low-pressure pre-infusion mode. The low-pressure pre-infusion gradually increases water pressure to gently expand grinds for an even extraction before increasing to full pressure.

Ideal Espresso Zone

The gauge needle, when positioned anywhere within the solid grey zone during extraction, indicates the espresso has been extracted at the ideal pressure.

Under Extracted Zone

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 flavor. Causes for under-extraction include the grind being too coarse and/or insufficient coffee in the filter basket and/or under-tamping.

Over Extracted Zone

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 the filter basket and/or over tamping.

ADVANCED TEMPERATURE MODE

Adjusting Water Temperature

Different beans require a different water temperature to extract their optimum flavor. The Barista Express™ allows you to adjust water temperature ±4°F in 2°F increments from the default temperature. To enter Advanced Temperature Mode:

1. Press the POWER button to switch the machine off.
2. Press & hold the PROGRAM button, then press the POWER button. The machine will beep once. The illuminated button will indicate the current temperature selected. To adjust the water temperature, press one of the following buttons within 5 seconds of entering Advanced Temperature Mode. The machine will beep twice to confirm the change. If no buttons are pressed
   within 5 seconds after entering Advanced Temperature Mode, no change will be made & the machine will return to STANDBY mode.

Default Temperature setting:

In Advanced Temperature Mode, press the PROGRAM button.

Increase Water Temperature +2˚F:

In Advanced Temperature Mode, press the 1 CUP button.

Increase Water Temperature +4˚F:

In Advanced Temperature Mode, press the 2 CUP button.

Decrease Water Temperature -2˚F:

In Advanced Temperature Mode, press the FILTER SIZE button.

Decrease Water Temperature -4˚F:

In Advanced Temperature Mode, press the POWER button.

CARE & CLEANING

REPLACING THE WATER FILTER

The provided water filter helps prevent scale build-up in and on many of the inner functioning components. Replacing the water filter every two months will reduce the need to decalcify the machine.
If you live in a hard water area, we recommend you change the water filter more frequently.

• Remove the new water filter from the plastic bag.
• Soak the new water filter in a cup of water for 5 minutes, then rinse under cold running water.
• Wash the water filter holder with cold water, taking specific care to rinse the stainless steel mesh.
• Insert the new water filter into the two parts of the water filter holder.
• Set Date Dial 2 months ahead.
• To install the assembled water filter holder into the water tank, align the base of the water filter holder with the adapter inside the water tank. Push down to lock into place.
• Slide the water tank back into position at the back of the machine, ensuring to pushed down completely to lock it into place. The water filter should be removed if using filtered or bottled water.

CLEANING CYCLE

The CLEAN ME light will illuminate when a cleaning cycle is required. This is a back-flushing cycle and is separate from decalcifying.

Insert the 1 CUP filter basket into the portafilter, followed by the supplied cleaning disc, followed by

1. cleaning tablet.
2. Lock the portafilter into the group head and place a large container beneath the portafilter spouts.
3. Ensure the water tank is filled with cold water and the drip tray is empty.
4. Press the POWER button to switch the machine off.
5. Press the 1 CUP and 2 CUP buttons simultaneously, then also press the POWER button. Hold all
   3 buttons together for approximately 10 seconds.
6. The cleaning cycle will commence and last for approximately 5 minutes. During this time, water will intermittently flow from the portafilter spouts. Once complete, 3 beeps will sound.
7. Remove the portafilter and ensure the tablet has completely dissolved. If the tablet has not dissolved, repeat until the tablet has dissolved.

CLEANING THE CONICAL BURR GRINDER

This grinder cleaning cycle removes oil build-up on the burrs which can impede performance.

ADV ANCED CLEANING FOR THE CONICAL BURR GRINDER

This step is only required if there is a blockage between the grinding burrs and the grinder outlet.

USING THE ALLEN KEY

Over time, the silicone seal surrounding the shower screen will need to be replaced to ensure optimum brewing performance.

1. Press the POWER button to switch the machine off and unplug the cord from the power outlet.
2. Carefully remove the water tank and drip tray, taking particular care if they are full.
3. Using a skewer or similar, clean the center of the screw of any residual coffee.
4. Insert the shorter end of the Allen Key into the center of the screw. Turn counter-clockwise to loosen the screw.
5. Once loosened, carefully remove and retain the screw, stainless steel shower screen and black dispersion plate. Make note of the side of the shower screen and dispersion plate that are facing
   downwards. This will make re-assembly easier. Wash the shower screen and dispersion plate in warm soapy water, then dry thoroughly.
6. Remove the silicone seal with your fingers or a pair of long-nose pliers. Insert the new seal, flat side first, so the ribbed side is facing you.
7. Re-insert the dispersion plate, then the shower screen, then the screw. With your fingers, turn the screw clockwise for 2-3 revolutions then insert the Allen Key to tighten until the screw is
   flush with the shower screen. Do not overtighten screw.
8. Re-insert the drip tray and water tank.

Contact Breville Consumer Support or visit www.breville.com for replacement silicone seals or for advice.

TROUBLESHOOTING

COFFEES TO TRY

CAPPUCCINO

A single shot of espresso with textured milk, 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.

MACChIATO

Traditionally served short, the macchiato is also poured as a long black with a dash of milk or a dollop of textured milk. Americano

A shot of espresso (single or double) with hot water. Also known as a long black.

RISTRETTO

A ristretto is an extremely short espresso of approximately 15ml, distinguished by its intense flavor and aftertaste.

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