Breville Cafe Modena ESP6SXL User manual

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Espresso Machine Cafetière à Espresso ESP6SXL
Instruction booklet Manuel d’emploi

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CONGRATULATIONS
on the purchase of your new
Breville Café Modena Espresso Machine

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4Breville Recommends Safety First
7Know Your Breville Café Modena
Espresso Machine
8Operating Your Breville Café Modena
Espresso Machine
9Tips on Making the Perfect Espresso
15 Care, Cleaning and Storage
17 Troubleshooting
19 Coffee Variations
22 French Instructions
CONTENTS

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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST
Always switch the appliance to “OFF”,•
and then remove plug from the power
outlet when the appliance is not being
used and before cleaning.
Regularly inspect the supply cord, plug•
and actual appliance for any damage.
If found damaged in any way, immedi-
ately cease use of the appliance
and call Breville Customer Service at
1-866-BREVILLE.
For any maintenance other than cleaning,•
call Breville Customer Service at
1-866-BREVILLE.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.•
This appliance has a polarized plug (one•
blade is wider than the other). To reduce
the risk of electric shock, this plug is
intended to fit into a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
modify the plug in any way.
Allow to cool before putting on or•
taking off parts, and before
cleaning the appliance.
To disconnect, turn all controls to ‘OFF’,•
then remove plug from power outlet.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read all instructions before•
operating and save for future reference.
To protect against fire, electrical shock•
and injury to persons do not immerse
the appliance, cord or plug in water or
any other liquid.
This appliance is for household use only.•
Do not use this appliance for other than•
its intended use. Do not use outdoors.
The appliance is not intended for use by•
young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
Do not leave the appliance unattended•
when in use.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.•
Always use the appliance on a dry,•
level surface.
Do not place this appliance on or near•
a hot gas or electric burner, or where
it could touch a heated oven.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge•
of a table or counter, touch hot surfaces
or become knotted.
The use of accessory attachments not•
recommended by Breville may cause
a risk of injury to persons, fire or
electric shock.
We at Breville 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:

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ELECTRIC CORD
STATEMENT
Your Espresso Machine has a short cord
as a safety precaution to prevent personal
injury or property damage resulting from
pulling, tripping or becoming entangled
with the cord. Do not allow children to be
near or use this appliance without close
adult supervision. If you must use a longer
cord or an extension cord when using the
appliance, the cord must be arranged so
it will not drape or hang over the edge of a
countertop, tabletop or surface area where
it can be pulled on by young children or
tripped over. To prevent electric shock,
personal injury or fire, the electrical rating
of the extension cord you use must be
the same or more than the wattage of
the appliance (wattage is marked on the
underside of the appliance).
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
(Applicable to California residents only).
This product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SPECIAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Only use cold water in the water tank.•
Do not use any other liquid.
Never use the machine without water in it.•
Ensure the filter holder is firmly secured•
when using the machine.
Never remove the filter holder during the•
brewing operation as the machine is
under pressure.
NOTE:
Your Breville appliance comes with
the unique Assist™ Plug, conveniently
designed with a finger hole in the
power plug, for easy and safe removal
from the outlet. For safety reasons it is
recommended you plug your Breville
appliance directly into the power outlet.
DO NOT use in conjunction with a power
strip or extension cord.
BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

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KNOW
your Breville Café Modena Espresso Machine

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KNOW YOUR BREVILLE CAFÉ MODENA ESPRESSO MACHINE
Power On/Off
switch
‘Power On’ light
(red)
illuminates when the
machine is turned on
15 bar pump
Selector Control
for Espresso
and Steam
‘HEATING’ light (orange)
illuminates to indicate that the machine is
heating and will turn off when the correct
temperature has been reached. This light
will cycle on and off during operation to
indicate the machine is maintaining the
correct temperature.
Removable 40fl oz
(1.2 liter) water tank
Water level indicator
External water
window
Steam wand with
froth enhancer
Steam baffle
Removable
drip tray and grid
Thermoblock
heating system

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OPERATING
your Breville Café Modena Espresso Machine

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Before Using your Espresso Machine
Wash the filter holder and the stainless
steel filters in mild detergent and water.
Rinse thoroughly.
Filling The Water Tank
1. Ensure the Power switch is set to the
‘OFF’ position and the Selector Control
is set to the ‘STAND BY’ position.
2. Unplug the appliance from the
power outlet.
3. 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.
NOTE:
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.
Pre-Heating the Machine
For optimal créma, 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.
1. Make sure the Selector Control is in
the ‘STAND BY’ position.
2. Plug the power cord into a 120V
electrical outlet. Set the power switch
to the ‘ON’ position.
3. 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.
OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE CAFÉ MODENA ESPRESSO MACHINE
Tips on Making the Perfect Espresso
Don’t just rely on your coffee maker to do
all the work. Making a good cup of coffee
is an art.
Water Flow
If you’re making an espresso, make sure
the water flows through the coffee filter at
the correct rate. If it’s too slow, the coffee
will be over-extracted - too dark and bitter,
with a mottled and uneven créma on top.
If it flows too quickly, the coffee will be
underextracted - the proper flavor won’t
have had time to develop. You can adjust
the water flow by tamping (pressing down)
the coffee firmly or by changing the grind of
the coffee.
The Coffee
It is recommended to grind the beans just
before the infusion. Ground coffee can
keep its flavor, for a very long time if it is
stored in an air tight container placed in
a freezer.
The Grind
1. If using pre-ground coffee, ensure you
purchase an espresso grind for
espresso/cappuccino machines.
2. If grinding your own beans the coffee
must be ground fine, but not too fine.
It can affect the taste and the rate the
water flows through it.
3. If the grind is too fine, the water will
not flow through the coffee even under
pressure (this grind looks like powder
and feels like flour when rubbed
between fingers).
4. If the grind is too coarse, the water
flows through the coffee too fast,
preventing a full flavored extraction.

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3. Distribute the coffee evenly and press
it lightly with the bottom of the meas-
uring spoon (if there is too much
coffee, the flow of water can become
blocked).
4. Clean any excess coffee from the rim
of the filter holder to ensure a proper fit
under the brew head.
5. Place the filter holder underneath the
brew head so that the handle is
positioned to the left of center. Lift the
filter holder until it contacts the brew
head and slowly rotate to the right. This
will lock it in place.
OPERATING YOUR BREVILLE CAFÉ MODENA ESPRESSO MACHINE
Preparing the coffee
1. Place the 1 or 2 cup filter into the filter
holder (use the smaller filter for 1 cup /
1oz and the larger filter for 2 cups / 2oz
or 2 singles at the same time). When
brewing for a mug of coffee always use
the 2 cup fitter and only extract 2 oz. If
you require a larger coffee, add the hot
water first and then brew the coffee.
2. Use 1 level measure of ground
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 for each filter as the filter
perforations have been constructed
to utilize the pressure in the machine
to extract optimal flavor with each
brewing.