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Breville Barista Sense
User Guide
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Contents
2 - 3 Breville’s safety precautions
4 - 7 Features of your Breville Barista Sense
8 Before first use
9 - 11 Quick coffee making guide
12 Espresso Extraction guide
13 - 19 Troubleshooting guide
20 - 22 Tips for grinding, tamping & brewing
22 Tips for brewing
23 - 25 Tips for milk texturing
26 - 29 Fine tuning your espresso
29 Low water and empty tank
30 - 33 Care and cleaning – espresso machine
34 - 36 Care and cleaning – grinder
37 - 39 Descaling cycle – espresso machine
40 Accessories available for purchase
41 Additional Info
Breville’s Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR
BREVILLE ESPRESSO MACHINE
• Read carefully and save all the
instructions provided with an appliance.
• Do not remove the Portafilter during the
espresso pour or water flow as the unit is
under pressure. Removing the Portafilter
during either of these operations can lead
to a scalding or injury.
• The Steam & Hot Water Wand becomes
very hot during texturing milk and water
flow. This may cause burns in case of
contact, therefore avoid any direct contact
with the wand.
• Always disconnect the plug from the
power outlet prior to cleaning the
espresso machine or if there is any
problem during the coffee making
process.
• Do not place hands directly under the
steam, hot water or espresso pour as this
can lead to a scalding or injury.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces
may be high when the appliance is
operating. Even after use, the heating
element surface is subject to residual
heat after use.
• Do not use an appliance for any purpose
other than its intended use. Injury could
occur from misuse.
Breville’s Safety Precautions
Breville is very safety conscious when designing and manufacturing
consumer products, but it is essential that the product user also exercise
care when using an electrical appliance. Listed below are precautions
which are essential for the safe use of an electrical appliance
• Do not immerse the appliance or power
cord and plug in water or any other
liquid. Wash the following 10 parts in
warm water with a mild detergent;
milk jug, drip tray grill, one cup and
two cup filter baskets, portafilter, drip
tray, tamper, top burr, bean hopper and
water reservoir. Rinse and dry each part
thoroughly before replacing. Wipe the
steam wand with a damp cloth. See Care
& Cleaning section for full details.
• This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such
as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices
and other working environments; farm
houses; by clients in hotels, motels and
other residential type environments; bed
and breakfast type environments.
• This appliance can be used by children
aged 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience if they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Cleaning and maintenance shall
not be made by children unless they are
older than 8 and supervised. Keep the
appliance and its cord out of reach of
children aged less than 8 years. Children
shall not play with the appliance.
• Always place the unit on a flat, level
surface.
• Do not operate without water in reservoir.
Fill reservoir with only clean and cold
water. Observe the maximum filling
volume is 1.8 litres.
• Do not allow the Power Cord to come into
contact with the hot parts of the espresso
machine, including the Cup Warming
Plate and the Steam & Hot Water Wand.
• Do not operate this appliance with a
damaged cord or plug or if the appliance
has been damaged in any manner. If
the supply cord is damaged it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
• Appliances are not intended to be
operated by means of an external timer
or separate remote control system.
• Always turn the power off at the power
outlet before you insert or remove a plug.
Remove by grasping the plug - do not pull
on the cord.
• Turn the power off and remove the plug
when the appliance is not in use and
before cleaning.
• Always use your appliance from a power
outlet of the voltage (A.C. only) marked on
the appliance.
• Never leave an appliance unattended
while in use.
• Do not use an appliance for any purpose
other than its intended use.
• Do not place an appliance on or near a
hot gas flame, electric element or on a
heated oven.
• Do not place on top of any other
appliance.
• Do not let the power cord of an appliance
hang over the edge of a table or bench
top or touch any hot surface.
• The coffee-maker shall not be placed in a
cabinet when in use.
• If you have any concerns regarding the
performance and use of your appliance,
please visit the Breville Website or
contact Breville Consumer Care - details
are on the back page. Ensure the above
safety precautions are understood.
• Do not use any accessory not
recommended by the manufacturer as
this may result in injury or damage to the
appliance.
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Features of your Breville Barista Sense Features of your Breville Barista Sense
A. Removable Bean Hopper
B. Illuminated Grind Area
C. Tap & Go™ Grinds Cradle
D. Removable 1.8L Water Reservoir
E. ‘Stuff box’ Cord Storage – push cord
inside unit to reduce length
F. Removable Drip Tray, Grille & Grind Bin
G. Warming Plate
H. Aluminium Top Bars
Note: The aluminium bars are not
handles and should not be used to lift or
move the machine.
I. 58mm Commercial Size Group Head
J. 58mm Commercial Size Portafilter
Important: When not being used, we
recommend not to leave the Portafilter
inserted into the Group Head, as this will
reduce the life of the Silicone Seal.
K. Temperature sensing Steam Wand
L. Non-slip Feet
M. Hot Water Tap
N. Removable Grinds Bin
O. Accessories Storage Tray
P. Drip Tray ‘full’ float indicator
Important: When indicator becomes
visible through the Drip Tray Grille then
remove and empty water.
Q. Premium Tamper
R. Milk Jug
S. One & Two Cup Single Wall Filters
Note: Single Wall Filters are best
used with freshly ground coffee.
T. Silicone cleaning disc
U. Cleaning brush (fitted inside Accessory
Storage Tray)
Note: Can be used to unscrew Steam Tip
V. Cleaning Pin (fitted inside Accessory
Storage Tray)
W. Removable Top Burr
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1. Power on button
2. Power on Indicator
Illuminates whenever the unit is
turned on, illumination will pulse
during heat-up.
3. Espresso Extraction Buttons
All three icons will illuminate when
machine is ready for a selection
to be made. When the button
is pressed the icon will remain
illuminated and the other icons will
go out.
3a. Manual Shot Button
Press to start and stop the
manual dose of your espresso.
3b. ONE CUP Button
Press for a perfectly dosed
single espresso shot.
3c. TWO CUP Button
Press for a perfectly dosed
double espresso shot.
4. Hot Water and Steam Selection Dial
Rotate to select the appropriate
function.
4a. Hot Water Icon
Illuminates when Hot Water is
being dispensed.
4b. Alert Indicator
Illuminates when the water in
the reservoir needs topping up
and flashes when the unit has
run out of water. Pulses when
dial needs moving back to the
vertical position.
4c. Steam Icon
Illuminates when steam is being
dispensed.
5. Clean and Descale Button
Press and hold to activate the
Descale function, and press twice
quickly to activate the Clean
function.
5a. Clean Icon
Illuminates when the cleaning
cycle needs to be performed
and flashes when the machine
descaling.
6. Steam adjustment dial
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Allows adjustment of steam
temperatures.
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Allows selection of Hi and Lo
Manual steam rates.
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Before First Use
Use below information to help with the rst time set up.
1. Wash & Dry Parts
4. Insert & Set Bean Hopper
5. Prime Machine
2. Remove Red Plug, and set up Water Reservoir
1. ALIGN & INSERT 2. TURN TO SET
3. Start Up
Wash the Milk Jug, Filter Baskets,
Portafilter, Bean Hopper, Top Burr, Tamper
and Water Reservoir in warm water with a
mild detergent. Rinse and allow thorough
air drying.
Insert & turn Hopper to set
Grind Setting.
As a starting point try Grind
Setting 15.
Insert Two Cup Filter Basket
into Portafilter.
Insert Portafilter into Portafil-
ter, turn to centre.
Press TWO CUP BUTTON.
Allow water to run through
until it stops.
Turn Steam Adjustment Dial to
‘Hi’. Turn DIAL to STEAM and
run for 20 sec.
TWO CUP
FRESH
GRIND
SETTING
INSERT
2. TURN
1. ALIGN & INSERT
Fill with roasted coffee beans.
Remove the red plug at the bottom of the water reservoir and
safely discard. Fill reservoir with water and install.
Note: For further Grind Setting adjustment see Extraction Guide.
Plug in at socket. Press the
power button. The indicator
light will pulse during
heat up.
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Quick Coffee Making Guide
Use below guide to help you make your rst cup of coffee.
1. Select Filter
3. Activating the Grinder
5. Warm Cup
4. Tamp
2. Insert Portafilter
If using freshly ground coffee select the One
Cup or Two Cup single wall filter. Move to
Step 2.
Tap downwards on the Portafilter once for a single shot, tap again for a double shot, and tap a
third time to cancel. The grinder will start automatically and stop once the correct amount of
grounds have been dispensed. To top up or manually dispense grounds push downwards and hold.
To adjust grounds dispense volume, refer to later in the manual.
One cup target is 13g of coffee grounds
Two cup target is 19.5g of coffee grounds
Evenly tamp (press) grinds to level indicated.
Place cup on benchtop and position
Steam Wand. Turn DIAL to HOT WATER.
Empty cup after 20-30
seconds.
Cup can be warmed on
the top of the machine
when it is ON.
Quarter fill cup with hot water.
Return DIAL to vertical position.
Insert Portafilter into Grinding
Cradle.
Portafilter will sit flat,
unsupported, in the Grinding
Cradle.
ONE CUP
SLIDE IN
FROM ABOVE
FRESHLY GROUND
COFFEE
TWO CUP
MANUAL
PUSH DOWN
& HOLD
TAMP FORCE
10-15KG
1X TAP
SINGLE
SHOT
2X TAP
DOUBLE
SHOT
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Quick Coffee Making Guide
9. Remove Coffee Cake
10. Prep Milk Jug
Turn Portafilter and
remove from Group
Head.
Tip: For cleaner removal of the coffee cake, leave
handle to rest on the tray for a few seconds so the
excess water of the cake is absorbed.
Remove spent (used)
coffee cake from
Portafilter.
Fill Milk Jug with cold
milk just below the
bottom of the spout.
Ensure the wand is
pointing down as
a small amount of
water may come out.
Turn dial clockwise to
dispense steam.
Return dial to vertical
position to stop steam.
FILL
MAX
6. Wipe Edge 7. Insert Portafilter
Wipe away any excess
coffee grounds to clear
edges.
Keep Portafilter flat, align,
insert & turn handle to
the right.
Portafilter should be in the
centre position.
INSERT
2. TURN
1. ALIGN & INSERT
Note: These are the most common settings,please refer to the
detailed IB for further information on the steam features.
To manual steam turn dial to HI. To auto steam turn dial to 65.
11. Before Texturing Milk
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60-65°C
14. Purge & Clean Steam Wand Optional: Add Hot Water if required
15. Pour Milk
16. Clean Up
Wipe Steam Wand & Tip with a damp cloth. Turn
Steam Adjustment Dial to Hi.
Turn dial to STEAM for 1-2secs. Return DIAL to
vertical position.
Turn dial to HOT WATER, water will be dispensed
from the Hot Water Tap. Return DIAL to vertical to
stop dispense.
Pour milk in one
steady motion.
Wash parts with
warm water.
Quick Coffee Making Guide
12. Position Steam Wand 13. Milk Texturing
Insert Steam Wand Arm at the 12 o’clock position, resting the
arm in the spout of the Milk Jug. The Steam Wand Tip should
sit at 3 o’clock position, a finger width distance from the edge
of the Milk Jug. The Steam Wand Tip should sit just below the
surface of the milk.
When you are in position, turn
DIAL back to STEAM position
to start texturing milk.
The milk is ready when Milk Jug base
is too hot to touch for 3 secs. If the
auto-off feature was used, the steam will
automatically stop when the selected
temperature is reached.
Return DIAL to vertical
position.
FINGER
WIDTH
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8. Espresso Extraction
Press either: One Cup Button or Two
Cup Button. Pressing the button a
second time will stop dispense. Press
the manual button for continous water
dispense.
ONE CUP
TWO CUP
= 30ml
= 60ml
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Troubleshooting guide
PROBLEM Possible cause What to do
Portafilter is
tight to turn
in the Group
Head
The Group Head Silicone Seal is
new and needs bedding in.
Keep using. This Seal will bed in during
the first few uses and become easier
to turn.
Too many coffee grinds used. Fill with less coffee grinds.
Portafilter is
loose or comes
off during
espresso
extraction
Portafilter is not attached correctly
or has not been tightened
sufficiently.
Ensure all three tabs of the Portafilter
are fully inserted into the Group Head
and rotated to the centre position.
No Filter Basket inserted in the
Portafilter.
Ensure a Filter Basket is inserted
into the Portafilter before using in the
Group Head.
Espresso
squirts or
trickles down
the side of
the Group
Head during
extraction
Coffee grind is too fine and is
stopping the flow of water through
the grounds.
Change grinder to a coarser Grind
Setting.
Too many coffee grinds used. Fill with less coffee grinds.
Coffee grinds tamped too hard. Apply less force during tamping.
Top edge of Filter Basket has not
been cleaned of loose coffee grinds.
Wipe around top edge of the Filter
Basket before inserting into Group Head.
See Coffee Making Guide.
Group Head inside rim, Silicone Seal
or Shower Head is dirty.
Clean the parts with the Cleaning Brush
and damp cloth.
Group Head Silicone Seal is damaged
or worn.
Contact Customer Care.
Espresso is too
cold
Coffee beans being stored in the
fridge or freezer.
Ideally store coffee beans in their original
bag and place in a cool dark cupboard.
Alternatively, store coffee beans in a dry,
airtight container.
Custom extraction temperature being
used.
Use the default 92°C extraction
temperature. See Customisable -
Extraction Temperature.
Cup or glass was cold prior to
espresso pour.
Pour hot water from the Steam Wand
into the cup before extracting espresso.
Group Head or Portafilter not
warmed before use.
Hold the Portafilter under the Group
Head and press the ONE CUP BUTTON.
Allow water to run through.
Espresso Extraction Guide
This guide will help to improve espresso extraction, to achieve great tasting coffee, every time.
Under Extraction
Pour^
Colour
Taste
Grind Size^^
Dosage
Tamp
Optimum Extraction Over Extraction
^ Ensure coffee beans are fresh.
^^ Old coffee beans no matter the Grind Setting will have a fast extraction and will produce an under extracted tasting espresso.
Extraction too fast
Pours for under 15 sec
Steady-flow extraction
Pours for 20-30 sec
Extraction too slow
Pours for over 35 sec
Pale brown
Crema-light brown
Rich caramel
Crema-dark golden
Very dark brown
Crema-dark brown
Sour, acidic, watery
Rich, sweet, vibrant
Bitter, dry, grainy
Too coarse
Use a finer grind
Just right
Too fine
Use a coarser grind
Not enough grinds
Use more grinds
One cup = target 13g
Two cup = target 19.5g
Too many grinds
Use less grinds
Not enough tamp force
Tamp firmer
Just right-firm force
10-15Kg of force
Too much tamp force
Tamp lighter
New Burrs are bedding in during the first few uses. The Grind Setting may
require incremental adjustments before you reach your optimum espresso
extraction.
It is normal for the correct dose of coffee grinds to appear overfilled in the
Filter Basket before tamping. Evenly tamp (press) coffee grinds to the level
indicated.
17. Adjust Grind to Improve Extraction 18. Consistent Grind Dosage & Tamp Force
TURN
ANTI-CLOCKWISE
FOR
COASER GRIND
FASTER
EXTRACTION
TURN
CLOCKWISE
FOR
FINER GRIND
SLOWER
EXTRACTION
ONE CUP
TWO CUP
TAMP FORCE
10-15KG
GRIND
SETTING
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PROBLEM Possible cause What to do
No espresso
pours or
pours out in
drips (over
extracted)
No water in the Water Reservoir.
Fill reservoir with water. Prime water
through the Group Head, press the
ONE CUP BUTTON. Allow water to run
through.
Coffee grind is too fine. Change to a coarser Grind Setting.
Too many coffee grinds used. Fill with less coffee grinds.
Coffee grinds tamped (compacted)
too hard.
Apply less force during tamping.
Custom shot volume being used. Reset to the default shot volumes.
The Filter Basket is blocked. See Care & Cleaning.
Group Head is dirty. A Cleaning Cycle is required. See
Cleaning Cycle.
Group Head is blocked. A Descaling Cycle is required. See
Descaling Cycle.
Espresso
does not have
any crema,
or crema is
thin (Under
Extracted)
Coffee beans are old or dry.
Use freshly roasted coffee beans.
Coffee grinds too coarse. Change to a finer Grind Setting.
Not enough coffee grinds used. Fill with more coffee grinds.
Grinds not tamped (compacted)
enough.
Tamp more firmly. See Espresso
Extraction Guide section.
Espresso shot
volume too
much or too
little
Custom shot volumes being used. Restore to default shot volumes or
change your custom shot volume(s). See
Customisable - Grinder Time Adjustment
section.
Espresso
tastes bitter
Type of coffee beans being used. Try different brands of coffee beans.
Espresso has been over extracted. See problems earlier in this table on
under extraction
Spent (used)
coffee cake is
wet
A little water will remain on top of the
used coffee cake.
Rest Portafilter on the Drip Tray for 5
sec to allow the water to dissipate before
disposing cake.
Too many coffee grinds used. Fill with less coffee grinds.
Dual Wall Filter Baskets being used. Dual Wall Filter Baskets will keep the
coffee cake wetter than Single Wall Filter
Baskets.
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PROBLEM Possible cause What to do
Espresso
pours into cup
unevenly
Uneven tamping.
Ensure coffee grinds are tamped
evenly.
Obstruction in the Group Head or
Portafilter.
Check there is nothing obstructing the
Group Head or Portafilter & clean.
Pump makes
an unusual
noise
No water in the reservoir, and the
pump is ‘dry’.
Fill reservoir with water, then press the
one cup button to prime unit before
brewing espresso. The pump noise will
decrease once water is flowing through
the system.
Water Reservoir is not correctly
positioned.
Insert the Water Reservoir into the
back of the unit, then press the one cup
button to prime unit before brewing
espresso.
Red Plug from the packaging may
still be inserted (the low water alert
will be illuminated).
Remove the red packaging plug found
at the base of the Water Reservoir.
New Flow Profiles has been
selected.
Different Flow Profiles make different
noises at the start of an espresso
extraction.
Water around
Drip Tray area
or on benchtop
Water overflowing from Drip Tray. Empty if the red Water Level Indicator
appears through the Drip Tray Stainless
Steel Grille.
Drip Dray not present, or not fully
inserted when Thermoblock is auto
purging.
Always keep the Drip Tray in place
during brewing espresso as water will be
purged into the drip tray under certain,
normal operation circumstances -
notably after Steaming.
Milky coffee is
too cold
Milk may not be heated enough. Ensure that milk is heated properly
during texturing. See Tips for Milk
Texturing.
No steam from
the Steam
Wand
Steam Wand Tip is blocked. See Care & Cleaning for cleaning
methods.
No water in the Water Reservoir. Fill reservoir with water. Run hot water
through the Steam Wand to ensure
water flows.
Espresso Machine has scale build up. A Descaling Cycle is required. See
Descaling Cycle.
Steam Wand
making a
screeching
noise
Steam Wand Tip is too deep. Lower Milk Jug. Ensure the Steam Wand
Tip is positioned correctly (just below
milk surface) when texturing. See Tip for
Milk Texturing.
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PROBLEM Possible cause What to do
Not enough
foam when
texturing
Steam wand tip is wrongly
positioned in milk jug.
Ensure the Steam Wand Tip is
positioned correctly (just below milk
surface) when texturing. See Tips for
Milk Texturing.
Milk is not fresh. Ensure the milk being used is fresh.
Milk temperature is too warm. Ensure you start texturing with milk that
is around 4°C.
Type of Milk Jug being used. For best texturing results use a chilled
Stainless Steel Milk Jug.
Milk has been boiled. Start again with fresh, chilled milk. Heat
until the Milk Jug can only be held for
approximately 3 seconds, 60-65°C.
The milk is making bubbles rather
than microfoam.
Ensure the Steam Wand Tip is positioned
correctly when texturing. Tap the Jug on
the benchtop when finished to release
trapped air bubbles. See Tip for Milk
Texturing.
Milk is not taking in enough air. Keep the Steam Wand Tip just under
the surface of the milk. This will help
introduce air into the milk to create
microfoam.
Optimum
Grind Setting
is producing
an under
extracted
espresso
New Burrs are bedding in. This is
normal for the first few uses.
Turn the Bean Hopper clockwise in
small increments to a finer Grind, or
repeat the ‘Dial In’ procedure.
Beans are losing freshness. Adjust to a finer setting to keep an
optimum espresso extraction.
Not enough coffee grinds used. Fill with more coffee grinds.
Grinds not tamped (compacted)
enough.
Tamp more firmly. See Espresso
Extraction Guide section.
No coffee
grinds coming
from the
Grinder Outlet
No coffee beans in the Bean Hopper. Fill the Bean Hopper with freshly roasted
coffee beans.
Hopper is not fully installed and gates
are not fully open.
Turn the Bean Hopper in a clockwise
direction. At Grind Setting 30, Hopper
Gates are then fully open.
The Grind Chamber or Outlet is
blocked.
Grinder needs cleaning. See Care &
Cleaning.
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PROBLEM Possible cause What to do
Coffee grinds
are coarse
when on a fine
Grind Setting
Grind Setting not correct. Adjust the Grind Settings by turning
the Bean Hopper. See Tip for Grinding,
Tamping & Brewing.
Top Burr not seated correctly. Coffee
beans or grinds are caught around &
under the Top Burr.
Top Burr needs cleaning. See Care &
Cleaning.
Espresso
is under
extracted even
with a fine
coffee grind
Not enough coffee grinds used.
Fill with more coffee grinds.
Beans are too old. Use freshly roasted beans. Old coffee
beans, no matter the Grind Setting, will
have a fast extraction and will produce
an under extracted tasting espresso.
Grind Setting
cannot be
adjusted
The Bean Hopper is not seated
correctly.
Remove the Bean Hopper & reinstall.
Coffee beans or grinds are caught
around the Top Burr or Grinder
Collar.
Remove the Bean Hopper & Top Burr.
Use the Cleaning Brush or Vacuum
Cleaner as necessary to clear loose
coffee beans or grinds.
Bean Hopper
cannot be
locked into
position
Grinder Collar not aligned to the Top
Cover.
Ensure markings on Top Cover and
Grinder are lined up.
Coffee beans or grinds are caught in
the Top Burr or Grinder Collar.
Remove the Bean Hopper & Top Burr.
Use the Cleaning Brush or Vacuum
Cleaner as necessary to clear loose
coffee beans or grinds.
The Top Burr is not seated correctly. Make sure the Top Burr is correctly
aligned and that the handle is folded
down.
Top Burr does
not sit in the
Grinder Collar
correctly
Coffee beans or grinds are caught
around & under the Top Burr.
Remove the Top Burr and replace the
Bean Hopper. Hold the Bean Hopper
down with your hand, do not turn. Insert
the Portafilter into the Grinding Cradle
and push down to activate the Grinder.
The coffee grinds will fall out the Grind
Outlet.
The Top Burr is not seated correctly. Make sure the Top Burr is correctly
aligned and that the handle is folded
down.
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Troubleshooting guide
PROBLEM Possible cause What to do
Grinder burrs
have small
spots and
marks
These are part of the hardening
process (for extra-long life). These
marks do not affect the performance
of the Grinder or the taste of the
espresso.
No action needed.
Espresso
Machine turns
itself off
Your Espresso machine will go into
Standby mode after 20 minutes to
conserve power.
Press the Power On Button to
reactivate your machine.
Grinder will
not operate
after a large
amount of
grinding,
and button
illumination is
flashing
Your grinder has overheated. Wait for 6 minutes, once the auto-cool
down cycle has finished your machine
will be ready to use again.
Machine beeps
when trying
to use the
grinder
If the 3 main button illumination
is also flashing then grinder has
overheated.
Wait for 6 minute, once the auto-cool
down cycle has finished your machine
will be ready to use again.
If the button illumination is not
flashing, and it is the first use after
installing the hopper, then the bean
hopper is not correctly installed.
Correctly install the Bean Hopper.
Not all lights
illuminate
when the unit
is switched on
When switched on initially the unit
will enter a warm-up mode, during
this time the power-on light will
pulse.
Wait until the unit is warmed up, the
power light will stop pulsing, and the
display will illuminate.
Dispensed
quantity of
grinds is too
much or too
little
The factory grinder settings do not
match your personal preferences.
The grinder can be stopped at any time
during the grinding process by tapping
once downwards on the portafilter
handle if over dispensing.
If the grind dispense amount is
too small, the quantity of grinds in
the Portafilter can be topped up by
pushing down on the portafilter handle
to manually activate the grinder.
Release the handle when grind
amount is correct.
The grinder dispense volume can be
customised to your requirements, see
‘Fine tuning your espresso’ section.
Troubleshooting guide
PROBLEM Possible cause What to do
Alert Indicator
is pulsing
The Main Dial needs returning to the
12 oclock position.
Rotate the Main Dial back to the 12
oclock position.
Alert Indicator
is flashing
The water tank will have run dry,
the machine will also have beeped
x3 when this occurred, and the
pump will have stopped operating.
Refill the water tank ensuring the level
goes above the minimum fill level.
Press the single brew button to prime
the water system ahead of brewing
your next Espresso.
Alert Indicator
is permanently
illuminated
The water level in the tank has
dropped below the minimum fill
level, the machine will have beeped
when this occurred.
Refill the water tank ensuring the level
goes above the minimum fill level.
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‘Dialling In’
To make the perfect Espresso. Baristas
perform an operation called ‘dialling in’
and this is performed whenever a variable
is changed, such as a new bag of beans are
used, and is often performed at the start of
each day.
The dialling in process is not complicated,
however it may take a number of iterations
to identify your optimum grind setting and
your perfect espresso.
We strongly recommend that you ‘dial
in’ your Breville Barista Sense to make
perfect Espresso, however this may need
a little patience as it is something that you
are unlikely to get right first time.
There are 3 key variables to control when
dialling in your machine:
1. Amount of coffee grounds - Your
Breville Barista Sense will ensure this
remains consistent espresso to espresso
as it will automatically dose the same
amount of grounds shot after shot.
2. Tamp force – best results can be
achieved using a manual tamp, but a
little practice is necessary to apply the
same force every time. Try using your
kitchen scales, pushing down to reliably
apply 10-15kg force.
3. Coffee grind size – this is the variable
we will adjust when ‘dialling in’.
To ‘dial in’ your machine follow these
steps:
1. Set your grinder to setting 15.
2. Install the double filter basket in the
Portafilter.
3. Push down on the Portafilter and hold,
to manually grind the beans.
4. Dispense 19.5g of grounds into the
basket, if possible use kitchen scales to
accurately measure, adding or removing
grounds as necessary.
5. Tamp the grounds.
6. Install the Portafilter into the Group
Head.
7. Press the Two Cup button, and time the
extraction period. You are aiming for the
total brew cycle to be between 20-30s.
8. If the extraction takes longer the grind
is too fine. If the extraction is shorter
then the grind is too coarse. Adjust the
grind size up or down as needed, and
make repeat double shots, until the
extraction period is with 20-30s.
9 . When you brew an espresso in 20-30s,
then you have identified the correct
grinder setting for your specific machine
and beans.
10. Keeping the machine on the correct
grinder setting (i.e. setting 21), follow
the Grinder Time Adjustment on the
next page to set the correct dispense
weight of grounds
Tips for grinding, tamping & brewing
ONE CUP
TWO CUP
TAMP FORCE
10-15KG
TURN
ANTI-CLOCKWISE
FOR
COASER GRIND
FASTER
EXTRACTION
TURN
CLOCKWISE
FOR
FINER GRIND
SLOWER
EXTRACTION
GRIND
SETTING
Espresso dialling in optimisation examples
Example 1. Grinding a double espresso.
The extraction finishes dispensing in
15s. The water is flowing through the
grinds too easily, and the coffee will be
under extracted and light in colour.
- Reduce the grind size to a finer
setting, and tamp with the same
pressure. When the coffee dispenses
in 20- 30s the espresso will be
perfectly extracted.
Example 2. Grinding a double espresso.
The extraction finishes dispensing in
45s. The water is struggling to pass
through the grounds, and coffee drips
slowly from the Portafilter. The coffee
will be over extracted and very dark in
colour.
- Increase the grind size to a coarser
setting and tamp with the same
pressure. When the coffee dispenses
in 25 - 30s the espresso will be
perfectly extracted.
Customisable – Grinder Time
Adjustments
Your machine will come from the factory
preprogrammed to dispense the following
weight of coffee grounds for an ‘average’
bean:
- Single shot 13g at setting 15
- Double shot 19.5g at setting 15
Due to a number of reasons, such as the
type of coffee bean, it may be that you want
to adjust the factory settings. You may find
that if you want a finer or course grind size,
then you also need to adjust the grind time
duration to ensure a consistent dispense.
Note: If you want to add a small amount
of extra grounds to your shot, you
don’t have to adjust your settings as
described below, you can simply top up
the grinds in your Portafilter using the
manual grind function on the grinder
(push the Portafilter down, and hold).
Tip: Using scales place the correct weight
of grounds into the filter basket using a
spoon. Not what this looks like. This will
help you judge when to stop the grinder.
To adjust the Single shot grinds dispense
- Starting from the READY state, press
and hold the One Cup brew buttons at
the same time as pushing down on the
Portafilter for 3 seconds.
PUSH
HANDLE
DOWN
- The single shot indicator will begin to
pulse.
- Tap down on the Portafilter and the
grinder will start.
- When the desired amount of grounds
have been dispensed, tap the Portafilter a
second time to stop the dispense.
- The updated dispense for the Single Shot
setting will be automatically saved.
- Double check the amount of coffee
dispensed is correct by weighing.
Tips for grinding, tamping & brewing
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Milk texturing is the steaming of milk.
Key Elements of Textured Milk
Milk that has been textured correctly has
a thick, rich microfoam with a silky sheen.
Texturing involves both heating and aerating
milk using steam. Vital elements include
positioning of the Steam Wand, when to
adjust the Milk Jug position and reaching the
correct temperature. Use the below steps to
help you create café-style microfoam.
1. Fill Milk Jug
Add cold milk around 4°C into a chilled
clean Stainless Steel Jug. Fill to the
bottom of the spout.
Note: The volume of milk will increase
or ’stretch’ during texturing, so don’t
overfill the Jug.
FILL
MAX
FINISHED
MAX
4°C
2. Position the Jug
Place the Steam Wand Arm in the Jug spout
at the 12 o’clock position, with the Steam
Wand Tip in the milk at the 3 o’clock position,
a finger width away from the edge of the
Jug. Keep Steam Wand Tip just under the
surface of the milk. Turn DIAL back to STEAM
position to start texturing. A whirlpool action
should be created in the Jug.
3. Sound
How air is introduced to the milk
determines the consistency of the foam. If
large gulps of air are added to the milk, the
foam will have large bubbles. Introducing
air to the milk in a controlled, gentle
fashion indicated by a gentle hissing sound,
will ensure the milk has fine aerated
microfoam.
Barista Tip: Milk Texturing Sounds
Gurgling - Tip not deep enough,
raise the Jug.
Smooth Hissing - Just right for latte.
Screeching - Tip too deep, lower Jug.
4. Keeping Steam Tip Position
As the steam heats & textures the milk,
the milk will stretch causing the level of
the milk in the Jug to rise. As this happens
follow the level of the milk by lowering
the Jug, keeping the Steam Wand Tip just
below the surface.
Note: Some adjustments to technique
will be required when using non-dairy
milk.
5. Amount of Foam
Create the amount of microfoam you
want. Cappuccinos traditionally have more
microfoam than flat whites.
Tips for milk texturing
Filter baskets
• Single Wall Filter These work with
freshly ground coffee grinds.
ONE CUP
TWO CUP
Hot Water
If wanting to make a long espresso-based
drink, you can add extra hot water using
the Hot Water Tap, simply rotate the dial
anticlockwise and hot water is dispensed
from the Tap.
To stop the water flow simply return the
dial back to the vertical position.
Tips for Brewing
To adjust the Double shot grinds dispense
- Starting from the READY state, press
and hold the Two Cup brew buttons at
the same time as pushing down on the
Portafilter for 3 seconds.
- The double shot indicator will begin to
pulse.
- Tap down on the Portafilter and the
grinder will start.
- When the desired amount of grounds
have been dispensed, tap the Portafilter a
second time to stop the dispense.
- The updated dispense for the Double Shot
setting will be automatically saved.
- Double check the amount of coffee
dispensed is correct by weighing. Add
new section:
Restore grind dispense to factory settings:
- Press and hold the Manual (3a), One
Cup (3b) and Two Cup shot buttons (3c)
simultaneously for 4 seconds.
- The machine will beep x 1 for 1s and
the Manual, Single and Double shot
indicators will flash once simultaneously
at 0.5Hz.
- The machine will return to the Ready
State. Factory defaults will now be reset.
Tips for grinding, tamping & brewing
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6. Immerse Tip
After creating the desired amount of foam,
immerse the Steam Wand half depth way
into the milk. This heats all the milk and
pulls in milk instead of air. This ensures
the milk & foam are blended together,
making it denser & smoother.
7. Correct Temperature
An indication of reaching correct milk
temperature is when the Milk Jug base
can only be touched comfortably for
approximately 3 seconds.
Barista Tip: Milk Temperature
Under - If not heated long enough, it
will be warm with little texture.
Optimum - See below table.
Over - If heated for too long it will start
to boil around 72°C and will have
a burnt taste with all texture lost.
Milk
Temperature
Full and Skim
60-65
°C
Almond 55-65°C
Soy 55-60°C
Coconut 65-70°C
Note: Above recommendations might
vary from one milk brand to another and
depending on your taste preference.
8. Wipe Steam Wand
Wipe the Steam Wand Arm & Tip with
a clean damp cloth to remove any milk
residue.
9. Purging the Steam Wand
When correct milk temperature has been
reached, turn the DIAL to the vertical
position and remove the Jug from the
Steam Wand. Place Milk Jug to one side.
Place the Steam Wand over the Drip Tray.
Turn the DIAL to the steam position for a
few seconds, then return the DIAL to the
vertical position. This will remove any milk
that has been sucked into the Steam Wand
Tip.
10. Tap & Swirl the Jug
Gently tapping the Jug on the benchtop
helps to release larger trapped air bubbles.
Swirling helps the milk & froth to combine
for an even consistency and a silky
appearance.
11. The Finishing Touches
Pour from the Milk Jug into your cup in one
steady motion.
Tips for milk texturing Tips for milk texturing
Smart Steam – Steam Adjustment Dial
Your Breville Barista Sense comes with a
Steam Adjustment Dial, rotating the dial
allows the selection of:
1. Automatic milk temperature switch
off; to automatically switch the steam
flow off at a preselected temperature
(between 55 and 70 degrees C).
2. Variable steam rates; adjusts the steam
flow from the wand between high and
low steam flow, to allow fine control of
your milk frothing
Once the Steam Adjustment selection has
been made, rotate the Selection dial to the
STEAM position, and steam will automati-
cally be dispensed from the Steam Wand.
Important: After auto steam has
stopped the Alert indicator will pulse.
The Selection Dial MUST be rotated
back to the 12 o’clock position before
performing the next operation on your
machine.
Note: When using the automatic milk
temp switch off feature it is not possible
to also select the Variable Steam rate,
as your machine with automatically
adjust the steam rate as part of the milk
temp switch off process.
Hands free foaming with automatic milk
switch off
Milk can be frothed to a perfect microfoam
hands free:
- Fill the milk jug so that the milk level
aligns with the base of the spout.
- Insert the steam wand into the jug and
place the jug on the drip tray.
- Position the milk jug so that the Steam
wand rests in the jugs spout, and the
wand is at a slight angle. Also ensure the
wand is space a finger width from the
side of the jug. This will help the milk
swirl around in the jug during steaming
to ensure consistent temperature.
- Rotate the steam adjustment dial to the
desired milk switch off temperature.
- Rotate the main Selection dial clockwise
to the STEAM position to start steaming.
- The steam flow will automatically
switch off when the milk reaches the
pre-selected temperature, and having
created a perfect microfoam.
Remember to always clean your
steam wand thoroughly after using the
Smartsteam function.
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Customisable - Shot Volumes
The Breville Barista Sense features Auto
Shot Volumetric Control.
It extracts just the right amount of
espresso then automatically stops.
Pours 1 shot of espresso.
Pours 2 shots of espresso.
Pours water up to 200ml.
At any point during espresso extraction you
can stop the pour by pressing the same
button again.
You can adjust the default shot volumes to
suit how you like your coffee.
Customise – Single or Double Cup Shot
Volume
- Insert appropriate Filter into the
Portafilter.
- Fill with coffee grinds then tamp.
- PRESS AND HOLD for 4 seconds, the
button for the shot volume you wish to
customise (single or double), the other
buttons light will extinguish.
- The machine will beep x 1 for 0.5s and
the currently selected volume button
combination will begin to Pulse at 1Hz.
The button combinations are as follows:
• 20ml = Manual button
• 25ml = Manual and One Cup buttons
• 30ml = One Cup button
• 35ml = One Cup and Two Cup buttons
• 40ml = Two Cup buttons
- To adjust between volume settings, use
the manual and Two Cup buttons to
toggle up and down.
- Once the desired setting has been
selected, press the Power On button , the
machine will beep x 1 for 0.5s and the
setting will be saved.
Fine tuning your espresso
ONE CUP
TWO CUP
OR
TWO CUP
ONE CUP
OR
Customisable - Extraction Temperature
You can adjust the water temperature used
for espresso extraction, in 2°C increments
between 88 and 96 °C, to cater for different
types of roasted coffee beans and for
personal preference.
- Higher temperatures increase bitterness
and decrease acidity.
- Lower temperatures decrease bitterness
and increase acidity.
• Adjusting Extraction Temperature
- Starting from the READY state, press &
hold the ON/OFF and One Cup button for
4 seconds.
The Power On Indicator will begin to pulse
and the unit will beep.
• Adjusting Extraction Temperature
The combination of EXTRACTION LIGHTS
illuminated signals the temperature
selected. The default setting is:
- 92°C = ONE CUP LIGHT illuminated.
To Adjust extraction temperatures press:
- MANUAL SHOT BUTTON = Minus Button.
- TWO CUP BUTTON = Plus Button.
- 94°C = ONE & TWO CUP LIGHT
illuminated.
- 96°C = TWO CUP LIGHT illuminated.
- 90°C = MANUAL SHOT & TWO CUP
LIGHT illuminated.
- 88°C = MANUAL SHOT LIGHT illuminated.
To save the setting, press the Power On
button, the machine will beep and the
setting will be saved.
The machine will return to the READY state
if no button is pressed in 60s.
Fine tuning your espresso
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Fine tuning your espresso
Customisable Flow Profiles
You can select from three different flow
profiles to brew your Espresso. This
feature varies the flow of water through
your grounds, which will also impact the
extraction pressure, to give surprisingly
different flavour profiles to your beans.
- Well rounded: This is the default setting
on your machine and gives a good well
balanced Espresso.
- Long Pre-infusion: provides a long and
low flow pre-infusion period to the start
of your extraction, which will increase
the body of your Espresso. Experiment
by applying this profile to lighter roasted
beans.
Note: This setting will increase the
overall dispense time by around 5
seconds, so please consider this when
dialling in.
- Declining: A more radical profile, the
extraction profile starts at full flow and
declines during the dispense cycle. This
reduces astringency and brings out
acidity – ideal for dark roasted beans.
Time
Flow
Time
Flow
Time
Flow
- Starting from the READY state, press &
hold the Power On, One Cup & Two Cup
buttons for 4 seconds.
- The Power On Indicator will begin to
pulse and the unit will beep.
The illuminated button indicator signals
the Flow Profile currently selected (factory
default is Well rounded)
a. Well rounded profile = Manual button
shot indicator is illuminated
b. Long Pre-Infusion = One Cup button
indicator is illuminated
c. Declining = Two Cup button indicator is
illuminated
Well Rounded
Profile
Long
Pre-Infusion
Declining
To save the setting, press the Power On
button, the machine will beep and the
setting will be saved.
The machine will return to the READY state
if no button is pressed in 60s.
Restore - all settings (both brew and
grind) to factory
- Press & hold all 4 BUTTONS at the same
time for 4 seconds.
- The Breville Barista Scene will beep and
all 4 BUTTON LIGHTS will flash together.
- The factory settings for all features have
been restored.
- The Breville Barista Scene will return to
the READY state.
Low water level Alert
When the water tank minimum fill level is
reached the low water alert will activate.
Note: The Espresso, steam and hot
water functions will all continue to
operate, when the low water alert is
illuminated, however recommend that
the watertank is refilled at the next
opportunity.
• The Alert Indicator turns ON and the
unit beeps when the machine detects
the water level in the reservoir has
reached the low level.
Note: If you are turning the machine on
for the first time, before you have put
water in the reservoir, then the Alert
indicator will have activated.
• Refilling with water above the minimum
fill level will automatically switch the
Alert Indicator off.
Dry Tank Alert
When there is no water left in the tank the
Dry Tank alert will activate.
Note: As the water tank runs dry the
pump will suddenly become much louder,
as water stopes passing through it.
• When the water tank runs dry, the unit
beeps x3 and the Alert Indicator begins
to flash. The pump will stop operating.
• The Alert Indicator will continue to flash
until the tank is refilled above the low
water alert level.
Important: If either the Hot water or
Steam functions were being used when
water flow stopped then the Alert Indicator
will flashuntil the Selection Dial is rotated
back to the 12 oclock position, even if the
tank has been refilled.
Note: Your machine detects that water
has stopped flowing when it activates
the Dry Tank Alert. It therefore may
be possible that the alert will activate
if the Portafilter becomes blocked
when brewing an Espresso – see the
Troubleshooting guide.
Fine tuning your espresso
Low water and empty tank
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The espresso making process involves
extracting oils out of coffee grinds.
Deposits of grinds & oils build up over
time, affecting the taste of the coffee &
operation of the Espresso Machine.
Purging water through the Group Head &
Steam Wand, before & after making each
coffee, is the easiest way to keep your
Espresso Machine clean.
Cleaning Accessories & Removable Parts
- Do not immerse the appliance, power
cord and plug in water or any other liquid.
- Clean parts in warm water with a mild
detergent, rinse & dry.
Note: Do not use alkaline cleaning
agents, abrasives or metal scourers, as
these will scratch the surfaces of parts.
Dishwasher Safe parts:
- Stainless Steel Milk Jug
- Stainless Steel Drip Tray Grill
- Stainless Steel One Cup Filter Basket
- Stainless Steel Two Cup Filter Basket
- Cleaning Disc
Dishwasher Safe TOP SHELF ONLY parts:
- Hardened Stainless Steel Top Burr
- Grind Bin
NON-Dishwasher Safe parts:
- Water Reservoir
- Portafilter
- Bean Hopper
- Drip Tray
- Tamper
- Cleaning Pin
- Cleaning Brush
Cleaning Warming Plate & Exterior
• When Required
- Wipe over the machine with a soft damp
cloth with a mild detergent and wipe dry.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the
appliance do not use alkaline cleaning
agents, abrasives or metal scourers.
Cleaning Drip Tray & Grind Bin
• When Required
- Empty water if the red Water Level
Indicator appears through the Stainless
Steel Grill, otherwise water will overflow.
Note: Over time it is normal for the
inside of the Drip Tray & Grind Bin to be
stained by the oils in the coffee grinds.
• Weekly
- Cleaning Portafilter and Filter Basket.
- Clean in warm water with a mild
detergent, rinse and dry.
• Every Time
- Wash after each use by rinsing them with
warm water under the tap.
• Regular Intervals
- Cleaning Shower and Group Head.
- In warm soapy water using a mild
detergent, rinse & dry.
• Every Time
- Run water through before making an
espresso.
• Weekly
- Purge water through the Group head by
pressing the ONE CUP BUTTON.
- Allow water to run through until it stops.
Care and cleaning – Espresso machine
- With the Cleaning Brush remove any
coffee grinds from around the Group
Head inside rim and Silicone Seal. Wipe
the Shower Head with a damp cloth.
Cleaning Tablet
Cleaning tablets are perfect for removing
coffee oil build up to prolong the life of your
coffee machine.
Cleaning Cycle
The CLEAN LIGHT will
illuminate to indicate a Cleaning
Cycle is required.
The Cleaning Cycle takes approximately 7
minutes to complete.
• Preparing for Cleaning Cycle
- Ensure there is at least 1 Litre of water in
the Reservoir.
- Empty the Drip Tray & replace.
SHOWER HEAD
GROUP HEAD
INSIDE RIM
SILICONE
SEAL
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MACHINE
CLEANING
TABLETS
- The machine is on and in the READY
state.
- Place the Two Cup Filter & the Cleaning
Disc into the Portafilter.
- Place one Cleaning Tablet in the middle
of the Cleaning Disc in the space
provided.
- Insert Portafilter into the Group Head.
- Place a large dish on the drip tray to
catch the water that will flow from the
Portafilter.
• Start the Cleaning Cycle
- Press the clean button quickly two
times (both presses need to be within 3
seconds). The Breville Barista Sense will
beep and the Cleaning Cycle will start.
Note: The Cleaning Cycle can be exited
at any point by pressing the MANUAL
BUTTON.
The CLEAN LIGHT will pulse
during the cleaning cycle.
- Water will purge into the
Drip Tray and small amounts
of water will pour from the
Portafilter spouts.
- At the end of the clean cycle the unit will
beep and will automatically return to the
READY state.
- Remove the Portafilter from the Group
Head. Check tablet has been dissolved.
ESPRESSO
MACHINE
CLEANING
TABLETS
SHOWER HEAD
GROUP HEAD
INSIDE RIM
SILICONE
SEAL
Care and cleaning – Espresso machine
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Note: If the tablet has not been
dissolved, insert the Portafilter back into
the Group Head, empty the Drip Tray &
replace. Repeat the ‘Start the Cleaning
Cycle’ section.
• Cleaning Cycle Clean Up
- Purge the Group Head by pressing the
ONE CUP BUTTON and water should
flow.
- Allow water to run through until it stops.
- Wash the Drip Tray, Portafilter & Cleaning
Disc in warm water with a mild detergent,
rinse & dry.
Cleaning Steam Wand
• Every time
- Wipe the Steam Wand with a damp cloth.
(See page 11).
- After texturing milk purge the Steam
Wand by turning the DIAL to HOT WATER
for just 1-2 seconds.
• 2-3 Months
- Soak the Steam Wand overnight in the
Milk Jug with warm water & one Cleaning
Tablet.
ESPRESSO
MACHINE
CLEANING
TABLETS
- In the morning remove the Jug and rinse
ensuring that all traces of the solution
have been removed.
- Wipe Steam Wand with a damp cloth
ensuring that all traces of the cleaning
tablet have been removed.
- Run Steam through the Steam Wand for
40 seconds.
• Unblocking Steam Wand
If the Steam Wand Tip becomes clogged
with milk residue:
- Insert the thicker ‘STEAM’ Cleaning Pin
up the Steam Wand Tip hole and remove.
INSERT
STEAM
- Run Steam through the Steam Wand for
40 seconds.
• If the Steam Wand remains blocked:
Unscrew the Steam Wand Tip and soak
overnight in the Milk Jug with warm water
& one Cleaning Tablet.
UNSCREW
- In the morning rinse the Jug & Steam
Wand Tip under running water ensuring
all traces of the cleaning tablet have been
removed.
- Use the thicker ‘Steam’ Cleaning Pin to
clean the Steam Wand Tip.
- Ensure red O-ring is present &
undamaged.
- Screw the Steam Wand Tip back into the
Steam Wand Arm.
- Run Steam through the Steam Wand for
40 seconds.
Care and cleaning – Espresso machine
Cleaning the Filters
• 2-3 Months
Soak the Filter Basket(s) overnight in the
Milk Jug with warm water & one Cleaning
Tablet.
- In the morning rinse the Jug & Filter
Basket(s) under running water ensuring
all traces of the cleaning tablet have been
removed.
- Place a Filter Basket into Portafilter
(without coffee grinds) and insert into
Group Head.
- Press the ONE CUP BUTTON.
- Allow water to run through until it stops.
Removal of Shower Screen
• 2-3 Months
- Remove the centre screw retaining the
Shower Screen, positioned under the
Group Head.
- Remove the Stainless Steel Shower
Screen.
- Soak overnight in the Milk Jug with warm
water & one Cleaning Tablet.
- In the morning rinse the Jug & Shower
Screen under running water ensuring all
traces of the cleaning tablet have been
removed.
- Reinstall and tighten screw.
Care and cleaning – Espresso machine
ESPRESSO
MACHINE
CLEANING
TABLETS
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Conical Burrs are used to grind coffee beans
to a suitable size for espresso extraction.
Deposits of grinds & oils build up over time,
affecting the taste of the espresso and
operation of the integrated Grinder.
Cleaning Grinding Cradle & Grind Outlet
• Weekly
Remove any coffee grinds from the
Grinding Cradle & Grind Outlet with the
Cleaning Brush and wipe with a damp
cloth, wipe dry.
Cleaning the Bean Hopper
• 2-3 Months
If the Grinder is used frequently (everyday),
the Bean Hopper needs to be cleaned to
ensure best performance.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the
appliance do not use alkaline cleaning
agents, abrasives or metal scourers.
WARNING: Do not immerse the
machine in water.
• Preparing to Clean Bean Hopper
- Turn off the machine, switch off & unplug
at power outlet.
- Make note of the current Grind Setting (to
use as the starting point after cleaning).
• Remove and Clean Bean Hopper
- Turn Bean Hopper fully anti-clockwise, to
close the Hopper Gates and unlock the
Bean Hopper.
Remove the Bean Hopper from the Grinder
Collar and store any remaining beans in an
airtight container to preserve their freshness.
- Wash the Bean Hopper in warm soapy
water, then rinse & dry. Let the Bean
Hopper stand to allow thorough air drying
before replacing.
• Replace Bean Hopper
- Ensure the Grinder
Collar is clear of
coffee beans or grinds.
Note: Coffee beans and grinds caught
under the Top Burr may prevent the Top
Burr from inserting properly and the
Bean Hopper will not fit correctly. See
“Cleaning Top Burr” for instructions on
emptying the grind system.
- Ensure the Hopper Guide is aligned with
the vertical white lines on the Hopper base.
- Align & insert the Bean Hopper into the
Grinder Collar and firmly pushing down
turn clockwise to lock into place and
open the Hopper Guide.
1. TURN
2. REMOVE
AIR TIGHT
CONTAINER
CLEAR OF
COFFEE BEANS
& GRINDS
1. ALIGN HOPPER GUIDE
2. INSERT
3. TURN
Care and cleaning – Grinder
- Reset to the Grind Setting noted prior to
cleaning.
Cleaning & Unblocking Grinder Burrs,
Collar, Grind Chamber and Outlet
• 1-2 Months
If the Grinder is used frequently (everyday),
the Burrs need to be cleaned to ensure
best performance of the integrated Grinder.
Regular cleaning helps the Burrs achieve
consistent grinding results, which is
especially important when grinding coffee
beans for espresso.
• Preparing to Clean
- Turn off the machine, switch off and
unplug at power outlet.
CAUTION: Care should be taken when
cleaning Grinder Burrs as they are
sharp.
• Grind Off Excess Coffee Beans
- The machine is on and in the READY
state.
- Make note of the current Grind Setting (to
use as the starting point after cleaning).
- Insert Two Cup Filter Basket into the
Portafilter.
- Insert Portafilter into Grinding Cradle.
- Turn Bean Hopper fully anti-clockwise to
close the Hopper Gates and unlock the
Bean Hopper. The Bean Hopper will pop
up slightly.
- Remove the Bean Hopper from the
Grinder Collar and store any remaining
coffee beans in an airtight container to
preserve their freshness.
1. TURN
2. REMOVE
AIR TIGHT
CONTAINER
- Reinstall the bean hopper and rotate to
setting 30. Push down on the Portafilter
to activate the grinder, and hold until the
remain beans are ground and dispensed
(you will hear the sound of the motor
change).
- Rotate and remove the bean hopper again
- Remove the Portafilter and dispose of the
waste grinds as these will be too coarse
for espresso coffee.
• Cleaning Top Burr
- Rotate to unlock and lift the Top Burr
from the Grinder Collar using the handle.
- Wash the Top Burr in warm soapy water
with a mild detergent, rinse & dry.
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• Cleaning & Unblocking Bottom Burr and
Grind Chamber
- Use the Cleaning Brush or a Vacuum
Cleaner to thoroughly clear the parts and
surfaces in the Grind Chamber of fine
coffee grinds. A damp cloth can be used
to wipe the inside of the Grind Collar.
- Allow thorough air drying.
WARNING: Do not pour water or any
other liquid into the Grind Chamber.
• Cleaning & Unblocking Grind Outlet
- Feed the Cleaning Brush up into the
Grind Outlet from below, wiping &
brushing the inside surfaces.
- If the Grind Outlet is clear the bristles
will be visible inside the Grind Chamber.
• Replace Top Burr
- Identify the locking fixtures on the
underside of the Top Burr, underneath
the moulded padlock symbols.
- Using the handle insert the Top Burr
into the Grinder Collar, ensuring locking
features align.
- Rotate the Top Burr approximately 30
degrees clockwise to lock, the burr
should click into position.
- When correctly seated, the Top Burr will
be flush with the surface of the Grinder
Collar.
Replace Bean Hopper
- Ensure the Hopper Guide is aligned, and
the tab on the Hopper base locates into
the cut-out on the rear of the housing.
- Align & insert the Bean Hopper into the
Grinder Collar and firmly pushing down
turn clockwise to lock into place and
open the Hopper Guide.
- Reset to the Grinder Setting noted prior
to cleaning.
- Refill the Bean Hopper with coffee beans.
Note: We strongly advise not to use
Torrefacto style coffee beans in your
Breville Barista Sense. Due to the
high sugar content, the burr grinder
assembly will quickly clog.
1. ALIGN HOPPER GUIDE
2. INSERT
3. TURN
Care and cleaning – Grinder
After continued use, your machine may
develop a build-up of mineral deposits and
therefore require occasional descaling.
Your machine will automatically prompt you
to perform a descale cycle. The machine
will come from the factory pre-programmed
for use in a hard water area, however if
you live in a soft water area, where descale
cycles can be less frequent, then you may
want to adjust the setting.
Adjusting between ‘Hard Water’ and ‘Soft
Water’ settings
• Press and hold the Power on button
(1) and the Clean Button
(5) simultaneously for 4
seconds.
• The One Cup button (3b) and
Two Cup button (3c) will begin to pulse
• Pressing the One Cup
button will select the
‘Hard Water’ setting,
• Pressing the Two Cup
button will select the
‘Soft Water’ setting.
• When the selected button is pressed the
unit will beep x1 for 1s and will return
back to steady state.
If no selection is made within 60s then no
setting will be saved, and the machine will
default back to READY.
Descaling Process
Descaling Solution
You have 2 options:
A. Espresso Machine Descaling Tablets.
or
B. White vinegar & warm water.
Descaling Cycle
The Descaling Cycle takes approximately
10 minutes to complete.
Important: If the Descaling Cycle is not
completed or stopped part way through
any of the Descaling Steps, then you will
need to start the Descaling Cycle again
from the beginning.
Preparing for Descaling Cycle
- Remove water filter and water filter
holder from the water reservoir.
• Fill Water Reservoir with Solution
A. Fill Water Reservoir with 1 Litre of warm
water. Add one Descaling Tablet. Allow
tablet to fully dissolve.
or
B. In an empty Water Reservoir add 1½
tablespoons of white vinegar. Fill Water
Reservoir with 1 Litre of warm water.
Allow solution to mix thoroughly.
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- Insert the Water Reservoir into position.
- Place a 1 Litre container under the Group
Head and the hot water tap.
• Check Power
Ensure that:
- The Power Plug is inserted into the outlet
& switched on.
- The DIAL is in the vertical position.
- The Espresso Machine is on and in the
READY state.
• Access the Descaling Cycle
- Press and hold the clean button for 3
seconds, the unit will beep and the clean
light will begin to pulse.
- The descale icon will Pulse throughout
the duration of the Descaling cycle.
Important: The Descaling Cycle can
be exited at any point by pressing the
MANUAL BREW BUTTON.
Step 1. Descaling of Portafilter and steam
wand
- Turn the DIAL to the STEAM position.
- The Pump will start and hot water will
run from the Group Head & Steam Wand.
Over a pre-defined period the Pump will
make different noises.
- When hot water has stopped being
released from the Group Head & Steam
Wand, this step is finished.
- To indicate the machine has finished this
step the machine will beep, the CLEAN
LIGHT and ALERT INDICATOR will now
start to flash.
- Turn the DIAL to the vertical position, and
the ALERT INDICATOR will extinguish.
- Please note the CLEAN INDICATOR will
continue to pulse.
Step 2. Descaling of Hot Water Tap
- Turn the DIAL to the HOT WATER position.
- The Pump will start and hot water will
run from the HOT WATER TAP. Over a
pre-defined period the Pump will make
different noises.
- When hot water has stopped being
released this step is finished.
- To indicate the machine has finished this
step the machine will beep, the CLEAN
LIGHT and ALERT INDICATOR will now
start to flash.
- Turn the DIAL to the vertical position, and
the ALERT INDICATOR will extinguish.
- Please note the CLEAN INDICATOR will
continue to pulse.
Descaling cycle – Espresso machine
Step 3. Preparing for Purge
Important: There is a maximum of 5
minutes allowed to complete this step
before the Descaling Cycle will exit.
- The Steam Wand & Group Head now need
to be purged clean with fresh water to
remove descaling solution.
• Rinse Water Reservoir
Remove the Water Reservoir and rinse
thoroughly under running water, ensuring
that all traces of the descaling solution.
• Fill Water Reservoir
- Fill the Water Reservoir to the ‘Max’ line
with cold water and insert into position.
• Empty Containers
- Empty water from the containers and
replace.
Step 4. Start Purge
- Turn the DIAL to the STEAM position.
- The CLEAN INDICATOR will begin to
pulse.
- The Pump will start and hot water will
run from the Group Head & Steam Wand.
- After 2 minutes water will stop pumping
and the CLEAN LIGHT and ALERT
INDICATOR will now start to flash.
- Return the dial to the vertical position.
Turn the DIAL to the HOT WATER position.
- The Pump will start and hot water will
run from the HOT WATER TAP.
- After 2 minutes water will stop pumping
and the CLEAN LIGHT and ALERT
INDICATOR will now start to flash.
- Return the dial to the vertical position.
- The Descaling Cycle is complete
Descaling Cycle Complete
- To indicate the completion of the
Descaling Cycle the machine will beep
and the Descale LIGHT will stop flashing.
Descaling Cycle Clean Up
- Empty water from the containers and
clean, ensuring that all traces of the
descaling solution have been removed.
- Reinstall the water filter and water filter
holder into the water reservoir.
Descaling cycle – Espresso machine
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+44 (0)800 525 089
58mm Filter Baskets
Single Wall
1 CUP 1 CUP
Dual Wall
2 CUP 2 CUP
Visit Breville website to see full Espresso Machine range & accessories available.
www.breville.co.uk
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TROUBLESHOOTING
For troubleshooting and FAQs visit:
www.breville.co.uk/faqs
AFTER SALES SERVICE
& REPLACEMENT PARTS
In the case the appliance does not
operate but is under warranty, return the
product to the place it was purchased
for areplacement. Please be aware that
avalid form of proof of purchase will be
required. For additional support, please
contact our Consumer Service Department:
Phone: +44 (0)800 028 7154
Email: BrevilleEur[email protected]om
WASTE DISPOSAL
This device is marked in accordance with
the The Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Regulations 2013 (as amended)
in the UK and European Directive 2012/19/
EU with the symbol of a crossed out waste
container. Such marking informs that this
equipment cannot be disposed of with
other household waste at the end of its
operation. The user of the equipment is
obliged to hand it over to waste electrical
and electronic equipment collectors.
Collection points are run, among others: by
wholesalers and retailers of this equipment
and by municipal organizational units
conducting waste collection activities.
Proper handling of waste electrical and
electronic equipment helps to avoid
consequences harmful to human health
and the natural environment resulting from
the presence of hazardous components
and improper storage and processing of
such equipment.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This appliance must be earthed. If the plug
is not suitable for the socket outlets in your
home, it can be removed and replaced by
aplug of the correct type.
If the fuse is moulded plug needs to be
changed, the fuse cover must be refitted.
The appliance must not used without the
fuse cover fitted.
If the plug fuse requires replacement,
afuse of the same rating as that fitted
bythe manufacturer must be used.
Inorder to prevent a hazard do not fit
afuse of a lower or higher rating.
If the plug is unsuitable, it should be
dismantled and removed from the supply
cord and an appropriate plug fitted as
detailed. If you remove the plug it must not
be connected to a 13 amp socket and the
lug must be disposed of immediately.
If the terminals in the plus are not marked
or if you are unsure about the installation
of the plug please contact a qualified
electrician.
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Plug should be ASTA approved to BS1363
Fuse should be ASTA approved to BS1362
Ensure that the outer sheath of the
cable is firmly held by the cord grip
(EARTH)
Additional Info
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