Breville Barista Touch Impress User manual

the Instraction Book™
Instruction Book – B#####
the Barista Touch™Impress
Instruction Book – BES881

2
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.
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USE AND SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
• Remove and discard any
packaging materials safely
before use.
• Ensure the product is
properly assembled before
first use and fully unwind
the power cord before
operating.
• Before using for the first
time, please ensure that
your electricity supply
is the same as shown on
the rating label on the
underside of the appliance
(220-240 V ~ 50-60 Hz
1430-1700 W).
If you have any concerns,
please contact your local
electricity company.
• The installation of a
residual current safety
switch is recommended
to provide additional
safety when using all
Contents
2 Breville®Recommends Safety First
8 Features
9 Components
11 Assembly
12 Functions
22 Care & Cleaning
26 Troubleshooting

3
electrical appliances.
Safety switches with a
rated operating current
not more than 30mA are
recommended. Consult an
electrician for professional
advice.
• Regularly inspect the
power cord, plug and
actual appliance for any
damage. If found to be
damaged in any way,
immediately cease use of
the appliance, and return
the entire appliance to
the nearest authorised
Breville Service Centre for
examination, replacement,
or repair.
• Do not let the power cord
hang over the edge of a
counter or table. Do not
let the power cord touch
hot surfaces or become
knotted.
• Do not touch hot
surfaces. Always ensure
the appliance has been
allowed to cool; if the
appliance is to be: left
unattended, cleaned,
moved, assembled or
stored, or when changing
accessories; always switch
off the espresso machine
by pressing the POWER
button to OFF. Switch
off and unplug from the
power outlet.
• Children must not play
with the appliance. Do
not leave the appliance
unattended when in
use. Do not move the
appliance whilst in
operation.
• This appliance can be
used by children aged
from 8 years and above,
and by persons with
reduced physical, sensory,
or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and
knowledge if they have
been given supervision
or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a
safe way and understands
the hazards involved.
Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be
made by children unless
they are older than 8 and
supervised. Keep the

4
appliance and its cord
out of reach of children
aged less than 8 years.
To eliminate a choking
hazard for young children,
discard the protective
cover fitted to the power
plug safely.
• Position the appliance on
a stable, heat resistant,
level, dry surface away
from the counter edge, and
do not operate on or near
a heat source such as a hot
plate, oven, or gas hob.
• Do not operate the
appliance in an enclosed
space, or inside a
cupboard.
• Do not use attachments
other than those provided
with the appliances. The
use of attachments not
sold or recommended by
Breville®may cause fire,
electric shock, or injury.
• This appliance is for
household use only. Do
not use the appliance for
anything other than its
intended purpose. Do not
use in moving vehicles
or boats. Do not use
outdoors. Misuse may
cause injury.
• Any maintenance other
than cleaning should
be performed at an
authorised Breville Service
Centre. Servicing should
only be performed by
an authorised service
representative.
• Improper use
of the appliance
incorrectly operated or
unprofessionally repaired.
In such a case, any
warranty claim is void. No
warranty claim for any
damages can be accepted.
• The appliance is not
intended to be operated
by means of an external
timer or separate remote-
control system.
• Use caution when
operating machine as
metal surfaces are liable
to get hot during use.
Heating element is subject
to residual heat after use.

5
• Do not put fingers into
the tamping chute
when pushing down the
tamping lever.
• Do not open the
programming port, this is
exclusively for authorised
service personnel only.
• Do not operate the grinder
without the hopper lid in
position. Keep fingers,
hands, hair, clothing, and
utensils away from the
hopper during operation.
• Do not fill water tank with
hot water.
• Never use the appliance
without water in the water
tank.
• Wipe the outer surface
with a soft, damp cloth
and then polish with a
soft, dry cloth. Keep the
appliance and accessories
clean. Follow the cleaning
instructions provided.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to
the appliance, do not use
alkaline cleaning agents
when cleaning, use a soft
cloth and a mild detergent.
WARNING
To avoid the risk of injury,
do not open the brew
chamber during the brew
process.
The symbol shown
indicates that this
appliance should not
be disposed of in normal
household waste. It should
be taken to a local authority
waste collection centre
designated for this purpose
or to a dealer providing this
service. For more
information, please contact
your local council office.
To protect against fire
or electric shock, do
not immerse the power
cord, power plug or
appliance in water or any
other liquid.

6
NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS
REGARDING MEMORY
STORAGE
Please note that in order to
better serve our customers,
internal memory storage
has been imbedded into
your appliance. This
memory storage consists
of a small chip to collect
certain information about
your appliance including
the frequency of use of the
appliance and the manner
in which your appliance
is being used. In the event
your appliance is returned
for service, the information
collected from the chip
enables us to quickly and
efficiently service your
appliance.
The information collected
also serves as a valuable
resource in developing
future appliances to better
serve the needs of our
consumers. The chip does
not collect any information
regarding the individuals
who use the product or
the household where the
product is used. If you have
any questions regarding
the memory storage
chip please contact us at
[e-mail]

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
7
WARNING FOR
BUTTON BATTERY
Button battery
inside this
product
Keep out of
reach of
children
• The battery inside the
product shall not be
replaced or removed by
the user at any time.
• The battery is hazardous
and is to be kept away
from children (whether the
battery is new or used).
• Swallowing battery may
lead to serious injury in as
little as 2 hours or death,
due to chemical burns and
potential perforation of
the oesophagus.
• If you suspect your
child has swallowed or
inserted a button battery,
immediately seek medical
attention, or call the 24-
hour Poisons Information
Centre on 13 11 26 for fast,
expert advice.
• Tell others about the risks
associated with button
batteries and how to keep
their children safe.
• Dispose of used button
batteries immediately and
safely. Flat batteries can
still be dangerous.

8
RAPID HEAT UP
Innovative heating system achieves ideal
extraction temperature in 3 seconds.
PRECISION CONICAL BURR GRINDER
Precision conical burrs maximise ground
coffee surface area for a full espresso flavour.
STEP-BY-STEP BARISTA GUIDANCE
Swipe & select from the drink’s menu.
Receive guidance throughout the whole coffee
making process so you can enjoy a perfect
cup of coffee. Adjust your shot volume, milk
texture or milk temperature, then save it as
your personal favourite.
ADJUSTABLE GRIND SIZE
Espresso grind settings from fine to coarse for
optimal extraction.
ADJUSTABLE GRIND AMOUNT
Adjust the amount of fresh ground coffee
dosed into the filter basket to suit the fineness
or coarseness of the grind.
PID TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Electronic PID temperature control for
increased temperature stability.
DEDICATED HOT WATER SPOUT
Dedicated hot water outlet for making long
blacks, teas, and pre-heating cups.
LESS MESS
The portafilter remains secure in the same
position as you grind, dose and tamp, reducing
any potential grinds mess on your drip tray
and bench top.
THE BARISTA TOUCH™ IMPRESS
PUCK SYSTEM
Simplifies the steps needed to grind, dose, and
tamp to create an impressive puck. Less mess.
Less fuss.
• Precision Measurement
Auto Corrects the Next Dose
Grind measurement displayed on screen
indicates when correct level is achieved, and
the system automatically remembers the
adjustment for the next dose.
Correct dose level is calculated based on
measured grind amount.
• Assisted Tamping with
a 7° Barista Twist Finish
Precise 10kg impression with a professional
7 degree barista twist for a polished puck.
AUTOMATIC HANDS-FREE
MILK TEXTURING
Automatically textures milk to the selected
temperature and style from silky smooth latté
to creamy cappuccino. Choose your preferred
milk type to optimize your milk results for
dairy, almond, soy and oat milk.
Automatic purge removes residual milk from
the steam wand once texturing is complete.
Features

9
A. 340g Bean Hopper
B. Touch Screen
C. Power Button
D. Tamp Lever
E. Grind Size Adjustment Dial
F. Removable Tamp Cover
G. Grinding Cradle
H. Group Head
I. Hot Water Spout
J. 54mm Stainless Steel Portafilter
K. Steam Wand
L. Drip Tray Grill
M. Milk TemperatureSensor
N. Drip Tray
NOT SHOWN
• 2 L Removable Water Tank
• Tool Storage Tray
• Power Cord Storage
Components
A
B
C
D
E
F
H
I
GK
J
LM
N

10
ACCESSORIES
A. Stainless Steel Milk Jug
B. 1 cup & 2 cup Single Wall*Filter Baskets
C. 1 cup & 2 cup Dual Wall Filter Baskets
D. 54mm Stainless Steel Portafilter
E. Water Filter Holder With Filter
F. Cleaning Disc
G. Cleaning Tablets
H. Cleaning Brush
I. Razor™ precision dose trimming tool
J. Descale Powder
K. Cleaning Tool For Steam Wand Tip
L. Water Hardness Strip
M. Drip Tray Guard
(included with machines in colour only)
* 2 cup single wall filter basket comes
installed in the portafilter
B
H
C
D
A
G
F
E
I
J
K
L
M

11
BEFORE FIRST USE
Machine Preparation
Remove and discard all labels and packaging
materials attached to your espresso machine.
Ensure you have removed all parts and
accessories from the box before discarding the
packaging.
Remove the water tank located at the back of
the machine by pulling the water tank handle.
Clean parts and accessories (water tank,
portafilter, filter baskets, jug) using warm water
and a gentle dish washing liquid. Rinse well
then dry thoroughly.
NOTE
Machines with colour, drip tray protection
guard is included. DO NOT DISCARD.
INSTALLING THE WATER FILTER
• Remove the water filter and water filter holder
from the plastic bag.
• Soak the filter in cold water for 5 minutes.
• Rinse the filter holder with cold water.
• Set the reminder for next month of
replacement. We recommend to replace the
filter after 3 months.
• Insert the filter into the two parts of the filter
holder.
• To install the assembled filter holder into the
water tank, align the base of the filter holder
with the adapter inside the water tank. Push
down to lock into place.
NOTE
Replacing the water filter every three months
will reduce the need to descale the machine.
Filters can be purchased at www.breville.com
NOTE
If your water hardness is either 4 or 5 when
tested, we strongly recommend you to change
to an alternate water source. Filtered water
will extend both the life of your built-in filter
and descale intervals as well as superior taste.
Please ensure to test the water hardness of the
alternative water source you've chosen and
input into the machine accordingly. Avoid
using overly filtered water, like RO water
unless some mineral content is being added
back to the final water. Never use distilled
water, or water with no or low mineral content
as this will affect the taste of coffee.
Assembly

12
Attaching the Hopper
• Insert the bean hopper into position on top of
the machine.
• Turn the dial to lock the hopper into place.
• Fill the hopper with fresh beans.
TIP
We recommend quality 100% Arabica beans
with a 'Roasted On' date stamped on the bag,
not a 'Best Before' or 'Use By' date. Coffee beans
are best consumed between 5–20 days after
the 'Roasted On' date. Stale coffee may pour too
quickly from the portafilter spouts and taste
bitter and watery.
Attaching the Drip Tray
• Place the drip tray grill on top of the drip tray.
• Machines with colour, attach the drip tray
protection guard cover on the drip tray.
• Slide the drip tray into the machine.
NOTE
Using the drip tray protection guard cover is
optional.
Filling the Water Tank
• Ensure the water filter is securely fitted inside
the water tank.
• Use the handle at the top of the water tank to
assist in lifting the water tank and away from
the machine.
MAX
• Fill the water tank with cold potable tap water
up to the MAX marking indicated on the side
of the water tank.
• Replace the water tank back on the machine,
pressing down to ensure that it is properly
positioned and attached to the machine.
MAX
NOTE
If the water level in the water tank is below
the minimum (MIN) marking, the espresso
machine will not operate.
Functions

13
GENERAL OPERATION
• Check the water tank is filled with cold tap
water up to the maximum mark.
• Plug the power cord into the power outlet.
• Press the ‘Power’ button.
• Follow the instructions on screen to guide
you through first use setup.
DRINK SELECTION
Swipe and select your choice of drink.
NOTE
Please keep the touch screen dry and clean to
ensure that the machine functions properly
DRINK SCREEN
In this screen, you can customise your drink by
touching the choice of drink on screen.
A. Home icon
B. Chosen drink
C. Hot water
D. Grind / Dose = tap the icon below the
portafilter to adjust grinder settings.
E. Brew = tap the icon below the coffee glass
to adjust brewing settings.
F. Milk texture = tap the icon below the milk
jug to adjust milk settings.
A B C
D E F

14
SETTING THE GRIND SIZE AND
DOSING
• Adjust the grind size by using the dial on the
side of the machine.
• Follow the screen prompts to select the
preferred ‘Basket Size’.
• Tap on the portafilter image to start the
grinding and allow fresh ground coffee to fill
the portafilter.
• Grinding will automatically stop.
ASSISTED TAMPING
• When grind cycle is completed, the machine
is ready to tamp.
• Push the lever downwards to the end
position. This will tamp the coffee grinds
in the portafilter using a consistent amount
of tamp force. Pushing the lever slowly and
consistently will help to improve the puck
appearance.
• Release the lever slowly upwards to the home
position after tamping.
• Repeat the tamping action as above twice.
NOTE
Screen will indicate if tamp or dose is low,
ideal or high.
HOW TO CORRECT AN UNDER OR
OVER DOSE?
An under or over dose can occur when fresh
beans are added to the hopper; when coffee
beans age; a different type of coffee bean is
used or if a change is made to the grind size.
What to do when dose level is below the ideal
middle bar?
• When dose is below the ideal middle bar, the
machine will indicate and calculate ‘A Bit
More’. Tap the portafilter image on screen to
add a bit more and follow screen prompts and
complete a tamp for an updated dose level
reading.
• When ideal dose level is reached, the
machine will automatically update the auto
dose time for the next cycle.

15
What to do when dose level is above the ideal
middle bar?
• When dose is above the ideal middle bar,
remove the portafilter from the cradle.
• Use the Razor Trimming Tool. (refer to
Trimming the Dose section).
• The machine will calculate how much to
reduce the auto grind time and apply this for
the next cycle.
OVER DOSE (TRIMMING THE DOSE)
the Razor™
Precision dose trimming tool
The Razor™ precision dose trimming tool
allows you to trim the puck to the right level for
a consistent extraction.
Insert the Razor™ into the coffee basket until
the shoulders of the tool rest on the rim of the
filter basket. The blade of the dosing tool should
penetrate the surface of the tamped coffee.
Rotate the Razor™ dosing tool back and forth
while holding the portafilter on an angle over
the knock box to trim off excess coffee.
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 centre
until resistance is felt.
ESPRESSO EXTRACTION
• Select a display of brew options on the screen.
• Select the café size options from:
Single (approx.30ml), Double (approx.60ml)
or Double+ (approx.90ml).
• Select Custom and slide and drag the dot to
increase or decrease the coffee volume.
• Tap the coffee cup image on the screen to
start extraction.
• The duration times are preset but can be
customised.

16
MANUAL OVERRIDE
Press and hold the coffee image (approx
2 seconds) to enter manual extraction mode.
Touch the coffee image to start the extraction,
touch the coffee image again to stop
the extraction.
NOTE
• The amount of espresso extracted in the cup
will vary depending on your grind size and
grind amount settings.
• Touching the coffee image during a preset
shot volume will immediately stop the
extraction.
• For optimal flavour when using a 1 CUP filter
basket, you should extract approx. 30ml.
When using a 2 CUP filter basket, you should
extract approx. 60ml.
TEXTURING MILK
Different brands and milk alternatives will
texture differently. For best texturing results
it is recommended to use full cream milk
when using dairy milk and use barista type
milks when using plant-based milks. You may
need to adjust the froth level accordingly.
Start with cold milk. Fill milk jug to below the
spout position. Lift the steam wand and insert
into milk jug. Lower steam wand, ensuring
it is fully down. The milk jug should rest on
the milk temperature sensor located on the
drip tray and tip of the steam wand should be
submerged and ensure that milk covers the
ring around the steam wand tip.
MAX
MIN
MILK MUST
COVER THIS
RING
NOTE
Check the image on the screen for the correct
milk jug position.
Under the milk jug image, tap the icon to adjust
the milk temperature, the level of milk froth or
change your milk option: Dairy, Almond, Oat
or Soy.
To start, touch the ‘Milk jug’ image. The screen
will display the temperature of the milk as it
heats.
Milk texturing will stop automatically when the
selected milk temperature is reached.
Lift steam wand to remove milk jug. Wipe the
wand and tip with a clean damp cloth. Lower
steam wand to the down position and the wand
will automatically purge.
MANUAL MILK TEXTURING
Auto milk texturing and auto shut-off are
disabled during manual milk texturing mode.
Start with a cold milk. Fill milk jug to below the
spout position. Lift the steam wand and slide
the milk jug under the steam wand. Hold the
milk jug at an angle.
Start frothing by tapping the milk jug image
on screen. When frothing is done and the jug
is hot to comfortably touch; tap the milk jug
image on screen to stop.
Wipe the wand & tip with a clean damp cloth.
Lower steam wand to the down position and
the wand will automatically purge.
CAUTION: BURN HAZARD
Pressurised steam can still be released, even
after machine has been switched off. Children
must always be supervised.

17
NOTE
• When the machine creates steam, a pumping
noise can be heard. This is the normal
operation of the pump.
• Use exclusively the stainless steel milk jug
included in the pack to froth milk. The use of
container made of glass or plastic material
to froth milk may lead to overheating milk or
dangerous conditions.
USING HOT WATER
The machine has a dedicated hot water spout.
The HOT WATER function can be used to
pre-heat cups or add hot water manually. To
start and stop hot water, touch 'Hot Water' icon
on the screen.
Hot water limit is approximately 90 seconds.
Depending on the size of your cup, you may
need to touch the 'Hot Water' button to stop
pouring.
NOTE
Using the hot water spout and the steam wand
is not possible when extracting espresso.
Run hot water before or after extracting
espresso.
WARNING
Filled cup temperature is approximately
75°C - 90°C (167ºF - 194ºF). Be careful in
handling hot beverages.
TIP
Heating your cup or glass
A warm cup will help maintain the coffee’s
optimal temperature. Pre-heat your cup by
rinsing with hot water from the hot water outlet
and place on the cup warming tray.
Heating the portafilter and filter basket
A cold portafilter and filter basket can
reduce the extraction temperature enough to
significantly affect the quality of your espresso.
Always ensure the portafilter and filter basket
are pre-heated with hot water from the hot
water spout before initial use.
NOTE
Always wipe the portafilter and filter basket dry
before dosing with ground coffee as moisture
can encourage ‘channeling’ where water by-
passes the ground coffee during extraction.
FILTER BASKETS
This machine includes both single and dual
wall, 1 cup and 2 cup filter baskets.
Use the 1 cup filter basket when brewing a
single cup and the 2 cup filter baskets when
brewing 2 cups or a stronger single cup or
mug.
The provided filter baskets are designed for
ground coffee:
1 cup filter basket = 8-11g
2 cup filter basket = 16-19g

18
Single Wall Filter Baskets
1 CUP 2 CUP
Single Wall filter baskets should be used when
grinding fresh whole coffee beans.
These allows you to experiment with grind and
dose to create a more balanced espresso.
Dual Wall Filter Baskets
1 CUP 2 CUP
Dual Wall filter baskets should be used when
using pre-ground coffee and older beans that
are past the 30-day roast date.
These regulate the pressure and help to
optimize the extraction regardless of the grind,
dose, or freshness.
THE GRIND
Adjusting the Grind Size
The grind size will affect the rate of water flow
through the coffee in the filter basket and
the flavour of the espresso. When setting the
grind size, it should be fine but not too fine and
powdery.
To adjust the grind, rotate the grind dial to the
back of the machine to go coarser, or rotate
the dial towards the front of the machine to go
finer or slide the dot on the screen to the left for
a finer grind or to the right for a coarser grind.
The smaller the value shown on screen, the
finer the grind size. The larger the value shown
on screen, the coarser the grind size.
NOTE
• When making changes to the grind size, the
new auto dosing time will be calculated after
your next tamp and updated for the dose
cycle following that. The dose amount is
calculated and stored automatically. Two to
three extractions may be required to calibrate
the extraction
• For most bean varieties, the grinder will
pause the grind operation when coffee beans
ran out.
Extracting Espresso
• As a guide, the espresso will start to flow after
8-12 seconds (infusion time) and should be
the consistency of dripping honey.
• If the espresso starts to flow before 7 seconds
you have either under dosed the filter basket
and/or the grind is too coarse. This is an
UNDER-EXTRACTED shot.
• If the espresso starts to drip but doesn’t flow
after 12 seconds, then you have either over
dose the filter basket and/or the grind is too
fine. This is an OVER-EXTRACTED shot.
A great espresso is about achieving the perfect
balance between sweetness, acidity, and
bitterness.
The flavour of your coffee will depend on many
factors, such as the type of coffee beans, degree
of roast, freshness, coarseness or fineness of the
grind, and the dose of ground coffee.
Experiment by adjusting these factors just one
at a time to achieve the taste of your preference.

19
HOW TO ADD & DELETE
CUSTOMISED DRINKS
Adding A New Drink
When customising a default drink, tap the
disc icon on the upper right of the screen to
rename and save newly created coffee settings.
Name the new drink with a maximum of 15
characters. Every created drink is saved to the
start of the drink carousel.
Editing Or Deleting A Saved Drink
Select the name of the saved drink and tap and
hold the coffee image for three seconds and
select either ‘Edit’ or ‘Delete’ from the screen.
Press ‘Yes’ to confirm or ‘No, cancel’ to return to
the drink carousel screen.

20
SETTINGS
To enter settings menu, touch the icon on the
upper right of the screen.
Maintenance
Clean Steam Wand - This will show how to
clean the steam wand to remove any blockage
for better steaming performance.
Group Head Cleaning – This will need
Espresso cleaning tablet or powder and will
take 10 minutes to complete.
Grinder Cleaning – Follow step-by-step
process to clean the grinder to help the grinder
running in its optimal capacity and avoid
possible blockages.
Descale - Descaling prevents excess mineral
and scale build-up. A pop-up message will let
you know when it is time for descaling.
Water Filter Change – To ensure machine has
clean water to use.
Drink Settings
Intelligent Dose – To turn on or off ‘Intelligent
Dosing’ that measures the dose and enables
the intelligent brewing calibration feature.
Default Milk – List of different kinds of milk
and select the desired milk default.
Coffee Tutorial - Machine will guide you on
screen, step by step to make an actual coffee.
Other
Notifications - List of the machine
notification alerts.
Guidance Tips – To turn on and off the
guidance tip animations on the drink screen.
Date & Time – To help set the date and time
on the machine.
Units – To switch between imperial and
metric units.
Help – Online help information screen
with QR Code.
Language - To set the machine's language.
Demo mode - For on-screen Barista Touch™
Impress demonstration sequence.
About Appliance –To show model number and
firmware version of the machine.
Factory Reset - Use this function to reset all
programmable values back to the factory
settings and delete all custom drinks.