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Before using your Espresso /
Cappuccino Machine
Wash the filter holder and the stainless filters in mild
detergent and water. Rinse thoroughly.
Filling the water tank
• Ensure the power switch and selector control are
set to the standby position.
• Turn off at the power outlet and unplug the
power cord.
• Lift up the water tank lid and remove the water
tank. Fill with cold water to the maximum mark
and replace in the machine, pressing down firmly
so that the water valve opens. Close the water
tank lid.
The water tank should be filled with fresh cold
water before use.
Check water level before use and replace the
water daily.
Do not use mineral or distilled water.
Note
Pre-heating the machine
For optimal crema, it is recommended to carry out a
complete brewing operation with water but without
any coffee grinds before making your first coffee to
ensure that the machine has been preheated.
• Make sure the selector control is in the
Standby position.
• Plug the power cord into a 230/240V electrical
outlet, switch on and set the power switch to the
‘ON’ position.
• As soon as the orange ‘Heating’ light turns off, set
the selector control to the Espresso position
and run a small amount of water through the
brewing head for a few seconds without the filter
holder in place.
Pre-warming cups
For optimal coffee temperature, pre-warm
the espresso cups by placing them on the cup
warming plate.
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Preparing the coffee
• Place the 1 or 2 cup filter into the filter holder and
fill with espresso coffee (use the smaller filter for
1 cup and the larger filter for 2 cups).
• Use 1 level measure of 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 as the filter perforations have been
constructed for optimal pressure build up in
the machine.
• Distribute the coffee evenly and press it lightly
with the bottom of the measuring spoon (if there
is too much coffee, the flow of water can
become blocked).
• Clean any excess coffee from the rim of the filter
holder to ensure a proper fit under the brew head.
• Place the filter retainer clip in the release position,
by pulling the clip back towards your hand.
• Place the filter holder underneath the brew head
so that the handle is positioned to the left of
centre. Lift the filter holder until it contacts the
brew head and rotate to the right.
Operating your Breville Espresso / Cappuccino Machine
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