Breville the Oracle BES980 User manual

the Oracle™
Instruction Book - BES980

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• Carefully read all
instructions before
operating and save for
future reference.
• Remove any packaging
material and promotional
labels or stickers before
using the Oracle®for the
first time.
• To eliminate a choking
hazard for young children,
remove and safely discard
the protective cover fitted
to the power plug of this
appliance.
• Do not place the product
near the edge of a bench
or table during operation.
Ensure the surface is level,
clean and free of water and
other substances.
• Do not let the cord hang
over the edge of a bench or
table, or become knotted.
Keep away from hot gas or
electric burner, or where it
could touch a heated oven.
• This appliance can be
used by children aged
from 8 years and above
if they have been given
supervision or instruction
2Breville Recommends
Safety First
6 Components
9 Features
10 Assembly
11 Functions
28 Care & Cleaning
34 Troubleshooting
Contents
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.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USE AND SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE

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concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards
involved. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not
be made by children unless
they are aged from 8 years
and above and supervised.
Keep the appliance and
its cord out of reach of
children aged less than
8 years.
• Appliances can be used
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
understand the hazards
involved.
• Children shall not play
with the appliance.
• Regularly inspect the
supply cord, plug and
actual appliance for any
damage. If found 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.
• Keep the appliance and
accessories clean. Follow
the cleaning instructions
provided in this book. Any
procedure not listed in
this instruction booklet
should be performed at an
authorised Breville Service
Centre.
• The installation of a
residual current device
(safety switch) is
recommended to provide
additional safety protection
when using electrical
appliances. It is advisable
that a safety switch with a
rated residual operating
current not exceeding
30mA be installed in the
electrical circuit supplying
the appliance. See your
electrician for professional
advice.

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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]
SPECIFIC
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR BES980 THE
ORACLE®
• This appliance is
recommended for
household use only. Do
not use this appliance for
any purpose other than its
intended use. Do not use in
moving vehicles or boats.
Do not use outdoors.
• If the appliance is to be:
- left unattended
- cleaned
- moved
- assembled; or
- stored
• Always switch Off the
espresso machine by
pressing the POWER
button to Off, switch Off
at the power outlet and
unplug.
• Ensure the product is
properly assembled before
first use.

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• Do not use any other
liquid apart from cold
mains/town water. We
do not recommend the
use of highly filtered, de-
mineralized or distilled
water as this may affect the
taste of the coffee and how
the espresso machine is
designed to function.
• Ensure the portafilter
is firmly inserted and
secured into the group
head before starting an
extraction. Never remove
the portafilter during the
extraction process.
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
Allow the product to cool
down before moving or
cleaning any parts.
• Use caution after milk
texturing as the ‘Auto
Purge’ function may purge
hot steam when the steam
wand is lowered.
• Use caution when
operating machine as
metal surfaces are liable to
get hot during use.
• Use caution when using
the de-scale feature as hot
steam may be released.
Before de-scaling, ensure drip
tray is empty and inserted.
Refer to page 31 for further
instructions.
SPECIFIC
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR WATER FILTER
• Filter cartridge should be
kept out of reach of children.
• Store filter cartridges in a
dry place in the original
packaging.
• Protect cartridges from heat
and direct sunlight. Do not
use damaged filter cartridges.
• Do not open filter cartridges.
• If you are absent for a
prolonged period of time,
empty the water tank
and replace the cartridge.
prolonged period of time,
empty the water tank and
replace the cartridge.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Components
A. Integrated conical burr grinder
With removable 280g bean hopper.
B. Top-fill 2.5L removable water tank
With integrated water filter and backlit level
indicator.
C. Grind Size dial
Select the desired espresso grind size to suit
your coffee beans.
D. GRIND LCD
Displays current grind settings.
E. Main LCD
Displays current settings and simplifies
programming.
F. 1 CUP and 2 CUP buttons
With preset shot durations, manual override
or reprogrammable durations/volumes.
G. Grind outlet
With auto grind, dose & tamp function.
H. Heated 58mm group head with embedded
element
I. 58mm full stainless steel portafilter
J. Drop down swivel foot
Lifts the machine upwards for easy
maneuverability.
K. Heated cup warming tray
L. HOT WATER button
Press to start and stop the flow of hot water
from the hot water outlet.
M. LONG BLACK dial
With preset and customisable settings.
N. Steam lever
With one touch auto milk texturing (down
position) and manual milk texturing (up
position).
O. Steam LCD
Displays current milk temperature and
texture settings.
P. SELECT dial
Select the desired milk temperature and
texture. Also use this dial in conjunction
with the MENU button to set the
programmable functions.
Q. Cool touch steam wand
With integrated temperature sensor.
R. Dedicated hot water outlet
Delivers hot water for Long Black and
preheating cups.
S. Descale access point
T. Tool storage tray
Houses accessories when not in use.
U. Removable drip tray
With Empty Me! indicator.

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ACCESSORIES
A. Stainless steel milk jug
B. 2 cup filter basket
C. 1 cup filter basket
D. Water filter holder with filter
E. Cleaning disc
F. Mini grinds bin
G. Burr brush
All parts of the Oracle®
that come into contact with coffee,
water and milk are BPA Free.
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I. Cleaning tool for steam wand tip
J. Allen key
K. Steam wand cleaning powder
L. Water hardness test strip
M. Espresso cleaning tablets
N. Descaling powder
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HANDS FREE AUTOMATIC
GRIND, DOSE & TAMP
Automatically grinds, doses and tamps the
required amount of coffee, mess free.
GRIND SIZE DIAL
Adjustable grind settings from fine to coarse
for optimal espresso extraction.
PRECISION CONICAL BURRS
Maximise ground coffee surface area for a full
espresso flavour.
AUTOMATIC HANDS FREE
MILK TEXTURING
Automatically textures milk to the selected
temperature and style from silky smooth
latté to creamy cappuccino. Automatic purge
removes residual milk from the steam wand
when returned to the downward position.
SIMULTANEOUS COFFEE & STEAM
Dedicated stainless steel espresso and steam
boilers for simultaneous milk texturing and
espresso extraction.
PRECISION CONTROL
Electronic PID Temperature Control
Electronic temperature control delivers precise
water temperature for optimum espresso
flavour. Programmable.
Actively Heated Group Head
Commercial size 58mm group head with
embedded element for thermal stability during
extraction.
Regulated Extraction Pressure
Over pressure valve (OPV) limits maximum
pressure for optimal espresso flavour.
Low Pressure Pre-Infusion
Gradually increases water pressure to
gently expand grinds for an even extraction.
Programmable.
Dual Pumps
Dedicated espresso and steam boiler pumps.
Programmable Shot Temperature
Adjust water temperature to achieve optimal
espresso flavour depending on coffee origin
and degree of roast.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
One Touch Long Black
Delivers hot water directly into the cup after
espresso extraction. Preset and customisable
settings.
Shot Clock
Displays duration of the espresso shot
being extracted.
Auto Start
Switches machine on at a specified time.
Auto Off
Switches machine off after a specified time from
5 - 20 mins.
The Oracle®
Features

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Assembly
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 before discarding the packaging.
Remove the water tank located at the back of
the machine by pulling down the water tank
handle. Remove the plastic bag containing the
water filter and water filter holder. Clean parts
and accessories (water tank, portafilter, filter
basket, jug) using warm water and a gentle dish
washing liquid. Rinse well then dry thoroughly.
TIP
To easily manoeuvre your machine, use the
drop down swivel foot located under the drip
tray. When turned to UNLOCK, the swivel foot
drops down and lifts the machine upwards,
making it easier to access the removable water
tank or reposition the machine to another
location.
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.
• Wash 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.
• Fill the water tank with cold water before
sliding back into position at the back of the
machine and locking into place.
NOTE
Replacing the water filter after three months
or 40L will reduce the need to descale the
machine. Filters can be purchased at Breville
webpage.
NOTE
DO NOT use highly filtered, demineralised or
distilled water in this machine. This may affect
the taste of the coffee.