Sage Barista Express Impress SES876 User manual

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the Barista Express™Impress
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Contents
SAGE®
RECOMMENDS
SAFETY FIRST
At Sage®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
• Remove and discard any
packaging materials safely
before use.
• Ensure the product is properly
assembled before rst use
and fully unwind the power
cord before operating.
• Before using for the rst 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
1560-1850 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 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
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5Features
6Components
8Assembly
9Functions
19 Care & Cleaning
24 Troubleshooting
27 Guarantee

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the appliance, and return the
entire appliance to the nearest
authorised Sage 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, always
switch o the espresso machine
by pressing the POWER button
to OFF. Switch o 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
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 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 tted
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 Sage® may cause re,
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.
• 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 for any
damages can be accepted.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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• 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.
• The steam wand must be
positioned over the drip tray
and away from persons before
turning the steam dial to ON.
• Do not put ngers 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 ngers,
hands, hair, clothing, and
utensils away from the
hopper during operation.
• Do not ll 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.
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 oce.
To protect against electric
shock, do not immerse
the power cord, power plug or
appliance in water or any
other liquid.

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Features
THERMOCOIL PRECISION
HEATING SYSTEM
Integrated stainless steel water coil that
accurately controls water temperature.
PRECISION CONICAL
BURR GRINDER
Precision conical burrs maximise ground coee
surface area for a full espresso avour.
LESS MESS
The portalter remains secure in the same
position as you grind, dose and tamp, reducing
any potential grinds mess on your drip tray and
bench top.
PID TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Electronic PID temperature control for increased
temperature stability.
DEDICATED HOT WATERSPOUT
For making Long Blacks and pre-heating cups.
MANUAL MICRO-FOAM
TEXTURING WAND
360° swivel action steam wand that easily adjust
to perfect position for milk texturing.
THE IMPRESS PUCK™SYSTEM
Simplies the steps needed to grind, dose, and
tamp to create an impressive puck. Less mess.
Less fuss.
Intelligent Dosing with Central Grinds Loading
Dose is automatically calculated based on last
grind, and coee is centre loaded to promote an
even dose.
Assisted Tamping with a Barista Twist Finish
Precise 10kg impression with a professional
7 degree barista twist for a polished puck.
Precision Measurement Auto Corrects the
Next Dose
Gauge indicates when correct level is achieved,
and the system automatically remembers the
adjustment for the next time.

Rating Information
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Components
220-240 V ~ 50-60 Hz 1560-1850 W
A. 250g Bean Hopper
B. Dose Button (Grind Start) –
Illuminates when portalter is properly inserted.
‘A Bit More’ – when ashing.
C. Tamp Indicator –
Flashes when ready to tamp.
D. Automatic / Manual Dose Light Indicators
E. Assisted Tamp Lever
F. Dose Level Indicator
G. Manual Dose Adjust Dial –
Press to change to auto / manual dose mode.
Rotate to adjust the manual dose amount.
H. Group Head
I. Removable Tamp Cover
J. Grinding Cradle
K. Filter button –
Single or double lter basket.
L. Espresso Extraction Pressure Gauge –
Monitors extraction pressure.
M. 2L Removable Water Tank
N. 1 CUP, 2 CUP Buttons
O. POWER Button
P. Steam / Hot Water Dial
Q. Maintenance Light Indicator
R. Water / Steam / Heating Light Indicator
S. Hot Water Outlet
T. 54mm Stainless Steel Portalter
U. Steam Wand
V. Drip Tray
Tool storage tray – houses accessories when
not in use. (see next page)
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ACCESSORIES
A. 54mm Stainless Steel Portalter
B. Stainless steel milk jug
C. Water lter holder with lter
D. 1 CUP & 2 CUP single wall lter baskets
E. 1 CUP & 2 CUP dual wall lter baskets
F. Cleaning tablets
G. The Razor™precision dose trimming tool
H. Allen key
I. Cleaning tool for steam wand tip
J. Cleaning disc
K. Descaling powder
L. Cleaning brush
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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 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,
portalter, lter baskets, jug) using warm water
and a gentle dish washing liquid. Rinse well
then dry thoroughly.
NOTE
For machines in colour, drip tray protection
guard included. DO NOT DISCARD.
INSTALLING THE WATER FILTER
• Remove the water lter and water lter holder
from the plastic bag.
• Set the reminder for next month of replacement. It
is recommend replacing the lter every 3 months.
90d
• Soak the lter in cold water for 5 minutes.
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• Rinse the lter holder with cold water.
• Insert the lter into the two parts of the lter holder.
• To install the assembled lter holder into the
water tank, align the base of the lter holder with
the adapter inside the water tank.Push down to
lock into place.
NOTE
Replacing the water lter every three months will
reduce the need to descale the machine. Filters
can be purchased at sageappliances.com

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Functions
Filling the Water Tank
• Ensure the water lter is securely tted 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.
• 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.
NOTE
If the water level in the water tank is below the
minimum (MIN) marking, the espresso machine
will not operate.
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.
NOTE
The lter light ashes between single and
double basket size when the bean hopper
is not correctly locked into position.
Attaching the Drip Tray
• Place the drip tray grill on top of the drip tray.
• For machine in colour, attach the drip tray
protection guard cover on the drip tray.
• Slide the drip tray into the machine.

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GENERAL OPERATION
• Check the water tank is lled with cold tap water
up to the maximum mark.
• Plug the power cord into the power outlet.
• Press the POWER button.The POWER button
will ash while the machine is heating.
(Light will ash for up to 55 seconds while the
machine is heating.)
When the correct temperature has been
reached, the 1 CUP and 2 CUP buttons and
the POWER button on the control panel will
illuminate.
First Use Priming and Flushing the Machine
It is recommended to complete a water ushing
operation to ensure the machine has been
conditioned.
When the machine has reached STANDBY
mode, run the following steps.
• Place a cup under the group head and press
the 2 CUP button to run hot water through the
group head.
• Place a cup under the hot water spout.Rotate the
dial to “Hot Water” position and run water through
the hot water outlet for 10 seconds.
• Position the steam wand over the drip tray. Rotate
the dial to “Steam” position and activate steam for
10 seconds.
• Discard the contents of the cup.
• Repeat this cycle 3 times. Discard the contents
of the drip tray and rell the water tank up to the
max line.
• Insert the portalter into the grinding cradle, press
and hold 'Dose' button for 3 seconds. Remove
the portalter and discard any grinds.
NOTE
• Top up the water daily.The water tank should be
lled with fresh, cold tap water before each use.
• DO NOT use highly ltered, demineralized, or
distilled water in this machine. This may aect
the taste of the coee.
FILTER BASKETS
This machine includes both single and dual
wall, 1 CUP and 2 CUP lter baskets.
Use the 1 CUP lter basket when brewing a
single cup and the 2 CUP lter baskets when
brewing 2 cups or a stronger single cup or mug.
Adjust the grind amount and size if switching
from a single basket to a double basket, or
vice versa.
The provided lter baskets are designed for:
1 CUP lter basket = 8-11g
2 CUP lter basket = 16-19g
Single Wall Filter Baskets
1 CUP 2 CUP
Single Wall lter baskets should be used when
grinding fresh whole coee 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 lter baskets should be used when
using pre-ground coee and older beans that
are past the 30-day roast date.
These regulate the pressure and helps to
optimize the extraction regardless of the grind,
dose, or freshness.