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Care and cleaning

continued

Decalcifying the machine

Ensure the machine is switched off and that the
plug is disconnected from the power outlet.

Remove the Filter Holder and Froth Enhancer. Pour
the decalcifying solution into the water tank.

Plug the machine into the power outlet and 
turn on.

Press power 

button to turn the machine on.

Place a large container under both the Brew Head
and the Steam Wand. 

As soon as the brewing temperature is reached the
3 function buttons will illuminate. Press the
button on and allow half the decalcifying solution
run through the Brew Head.

Turn the Steam Control Dial to the ‘MAX’ position
and press the 

button and allow the remaining

solution to run through the Steam Wand. When the
solution has stopped flowing, press the
button, turn the Steam Control Dial to ‘OFF’.

After decalcifying, remove the Water Tank and rinse
thoroughly then refill to maximum line with fresh
cold water. To rinse the machine, run half the
water through the Brew Head and half through the
Steam Wand.

Fill with fresh, cold water.

The machine is ready for use.

The stainless steel filters should not come in
contact with any decalcifying agents. Do not use
powdered decalcifying agents.

Note

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Trouble shooting chart

17

Problem

Possible causes

Coffee does not run through

• Machine is not turned on or plugged in
• Water tank is empty

Button has not been pressed

• Coffee grind is too fine
• Too much coffee in the filter
• The filter is blocked

Coffee runs out too quickly

• Coffee grind is too coarse
• Not enough coffee in the filter

Coffee runs out around the 

• Filter holder is not inserted in the brew head properly

edge of the filter holder

• There are coffee grounds around the filter rim
• Too much coffee in the filter
• Coffee has been tamped too tightly

Coffee filters out in drops 

• The water tank is empty or low
• Coffee grind is too fine
• Machine is blocked by mineral deposits

The machine has loud

• Water tank is empty or low

pumping noise

• Water tank is not securely in place

Coffee is too weak or watery

• Coffee grind is not fine enough 

(use coffee ground for espresso machines)

Coffee is too cold

• Machine not preheated
• Cups not preheated
• Milk not heated enough (if making a cappuccino or latté)

No crema

• Coffee is not tamped firmly enough
• Coffee grind is too coarse
• Coffee is not fresh

No steam is generated

• Machine is not turned on
• Water tank is empty

Button has not been pressed

• Steam Control Dial has not been turned towards ‘MAX’ position
• Steam wand is blocked

Milk is not foamy 

• Not enough steam

after frothing

• Milk is not fresh and cold

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Page 1: ...eville Customer Service Centre Private Bag 94411 Greenmount Auckland New Zealand Customer Service 09 271 3980 Fax 0800 288 513 Email Customer Service askus breville com au Ikon Espresso Machine Model BES400 Instructions for use Copyright Breville Pty Ltd 2006 Ikon is a trademark of Breville Pty Ltd Due to continual improvements in design or otherwise the product you purchase may differ slightly fr...

Page 2: ...ecommends safety first 4 Know your Breville Ikon Espresso Machine 6 Operating your Breville Ikon Espresso Machine 8 Coffee making tips 13 Care and cleaning 14 Trouble shooting chart 17 Coffees to try 18 2 BR8017 BES400_Book_Amend qxp 7 8 06 4 02 PM Page 2 All manuals and user guides at all guides com ...

Page 3: ...o Machine off switch the power off at the power outlet and then remove the plug when 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 appliance and accessories clean Follow the cleaning instructions provided in this book To prevent damage to the appliance do not use alkaline...

Page 4: ...de the Drip Tray with the Drip Tray Full Indicator and Grid in place into the base of the machine in front of the Storage Tray Fig 2 Slide the Water Tank over the Drip Tray and into the front opening of the machine and into position above the Storage Tray Fig 3 Ensure the Water Tank aligns flush with the sides of the machine 6 Italian designed and made 15 bar pump Electronic touch control function...

Page 5: ...ring tamping spoon provided to measure 1 level measure of espresso coffee for the single filter and 2 level measures for the double filter It is important to use the correct amount of ground coffee for each filter 9 Step 3 Tamping the coffee Distribute the coffee evenly and press down firmly with the tamping end of the measuring spoon Fig 6 If there is too much coffee the flow of water can become ...

Page 6: ...le Ikon Espresso Machine comes complete with a Froth Enhancer for easier frothing of milk When less froth is required remove the Froth Enhancer and steam the milk using the Steam Wand To remove the Froth Enhancer ensure it is cool then simply pull down and remove Fig 10 The Frothing Attachment can be stored in the Storage Tray inside the machine if not used regularly To refit the Froth Enhancer en...

Page 7: ...ee 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 flavour will not develop the coffee will be watery and lack the thick crema on the top The water flow can be adj...

Page 8: ...the filter holder in place but without any coffee to clean out any residual coffee grounds 14 DO NOT IMMERSE ANY PART OF YOUR IKON ESPRESSO MACHINE IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID THE WATER TANK SHOULD NEVER BE REMOVED OR COMPLETELY EMPTIED DURING DECALCIFYING Cleaning the shower head To eliminate coffee grinds from the shower head simply unscrew using the allen key provided and rinse under hot water...

Page 9: ...rt 17 Problem Possible causes Coffee does not run through Machine is not turned on or plugged in Water tank is empty Button has not been pressed Coffee grind is too fine Too much coffee in the filter The filter is blocked Coffee runs out too quickly Coffee grind is too coarse Not enough coffee in the filter Coffee runs out around the Filter holder is not inserted in the brew head properly edge of ...

Page 10: ...atic 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 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 3 coffee and 1 3 milk Classic cafe latté Traditionally the morning coffee of I...

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