Sage Oracle Touch SES990 User manual

the Oracle™Touch
Instruction Book – SES990

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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
Adjust grind size to suit your coffee beans.
D. Touch screen control panel
Displays current settings and provides
touch interface.
E. Grind outlet
With auto grind, dose & tamp function.
F. Heated 58mm group head with
embedded element
G. 58mm full stainless steel portafilter
H. Drop down swivel foot
Lifts the machine upwards for
easy manoeuvrability.
I. Heated cup warming tray
J. Cool touch steam wand
With integrated temperature sensor.
K. Dedicated hot water outlet
Delivers hot water for Long Black
and pre-heating cups.
L. Descale access point
M. Tool storage tray
Houses accessories when not in use.
N. Removable drip tray
With Empty Me! indicator.
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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. Grinder burr brush
H. Grind outlet brush & tamp
removal magnet
I. Cleaning tool for steam wand tip
J. Two allen keys
K. Steam wand cleaning powder
L. Water hardness test strip
M. Espresso cleaning tablets
ACCESSORIES

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COLOUR TOUCH SCREEN
CONTROL PANEL
Swipe & Select from the drinks menu.
Adjust your coffee strength, milk texture
or milk temperature, then save it as your
personal favourite.
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.
STAINLESS STEEL 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.
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.
Dual Pumps
Dedicated Italian made 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
Auto Start
Switches machine on at a specified time.
Auto Off
Switches machine off after 30 minutes.
Oracle™Touch
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 packaging and the plastics bags
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 & 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
If you replace the filter every 3 months or
40 litre use, you don't have to descale the
machine. For information on purchasing
additional filters visit sageappliances.com.
NOTE
DO NOT use highly filtered, demineralised or
distilled water in this machine. This may affect the
taste of the coffee and how the machine operates.

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Functions
FIRST USE
1. Press POWER button to turn the machine
on.
2. Follow the instructions on screen to guide
you through first use setup.
3. After completing setup, the machine will
tell that it is ready to use.
Select the guide to find out more about your Oracle Touch
or to exit and proceed to your drink selection
Guide
Your Oracle is now ready to use
The machine is now in STANDBY mode.
4. Touch "Guide" and the machine will guide
you step by step to make your first coffee.
Touch the tick and go to the Drinks Menu
or < to repeat the Setup. To repeat the Guide
at any time, go to Settings Menu.
NOTE
If your water hardness is either 4 or 5 when
tested, we strongly recommend you change
to an alternate water source.
Filtered, bottled spring or mineral 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 both the taste and the
functioning of your machine.
GRINDING OPERATION
Insert bean hopper into position on-top of the
machine. Turn dial to lock into place.
Fill 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.

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DRINK SELECTION
To enter Drinks Menu screen, touch the Home icon . Swipe & select your drink.
Touch the 'Help & Tip' icon to see Oracle™Touch Guide.
Select your drink
Espresso
Long Black Latte Flat White
Cappuccino
NOTE
Please keep the touch screen dry and clean to ensure that the machine functions properly.
DRINK SCREEN
In this screen, you can adjust your drink by touching the oval shaped buttons. You cannot adjust
the Grind Size by touching the button, use the dial on the side of the machine.
65º 08
MilkGrind
20
Cappuccino
Brew
Single
Hot Water
'Home' icon 'Setting' icon
Milk froth levelGrind size
Adjust using the
dial on the side
of the machine
Milk temperatureBrew setting: touch this button to scroll
Espresso – single shot / double shot /
custom extraction time
Long Black – small / medium / large
Drink chosen

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SELECTING GRIND SIZE
We recommend you start at No. 30 and adjust
as required to control espresso flow rate.
There are 45 grind size settings (No.1 – finest,
No. 45 – coarsest) to enable you to select the
right grind size for your coffee beans and
achieve the perfect espresso extraction.
To select grind size, rotate the grind size dial
counter-clockwise to increase grind coarseness
or clockwise to increase grind fineness.
SELECTING YOUR FILTER BASKET
Insert the correct Filter Basket into the
Portafilter for the number of coffees or
strength you are making.
Use the 1 Cup Filter Basket for making a single
cup or a weaker tasting espresso.
Use the 2 Cup Filter Basket for making 2 cups
or a stronger tasting espresso, usually for mugs
or larger cups.
NOTE
When switching between the 1 Cup & 2 Cup
Filter Baskets, you may need to adjust the grind
size to fine tune your extraction.
AUTO GRIND DOSE & TAMP
Align portafilter handle with the INSERT
position on the grind outlet. Lift to insert
portafilter into the grind outlet and rotate
to the centre position.
GRIND OUTLET
GROUP HEAD
CENTER
POSITION
GRIND OUTLET
To start the auto grind, dose & tamp function,
touch the Grind button on the display.
Grinding will commence.
When the auto grind, dose & tamp function is
complete, rotate the portafilter handle to the
INSERT position and lower to remove.
ESPRESSO EXTRACTION
Align portafilter handle with the INSERT
position on the group head. Lift to insert
portafilter into the group head and rotate
towards the LOCK TIGHT position until
resistance is felt.
Touch the 'Brew' button on the display to start
extraction. You can switch between single shot,
double shot or Custom by touching the 'Single',
'Double' or Custom button. The duration times
are preset, but can be customised.
Brew
Double
Brew
Single
Brew
Custom
22s
MANUAL OVERRIDE
Press and hold the 'Brew' button (approx 2secs)
to enter manual extraction mode. Touch the
Brew button to start the extraction, touch the
Brew button to stop the extraction.
2 Cup
Filter Basket
1 Cup
Filter Basket

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TEXTURING MILK
Different brands and types of milk and milk
alternatives will texture differently. You may
need to adjust the froth level accordingly.
Start with fresh cold milk. Fill milk jug to
below the spout position. Lift steam wand
and insert into milk jug. Lower steam wand,
ensuring it is fully down. The milk jug should
rest on the drip tray and milk should cover the
steam wand seal.
MIN
MAX
MILK MUST
COVER THIS
SEAL
To start, touch the 'Milk' button. 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 & tip with a clean damp cloth. Lower
steam wand to the down position and the wand
will automatically purge.
NOTE
Prior to texturing milk, it is recommended to
momentarily purge the steam wand by first
touching the 'Milk' button. Touching the button
again will stop steam delivery.
MANUAL MILK TEXTURING
Auto milk texturing and auto shut-off are
disabled during manual milk texturing mode.
Lift the steam wand. Press and hold the 'Milk'
Button (approx 2secs) to enter manual mode.
Start frothing by touching the button.
When desired temperature is reached, touch
the Milk Button 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.
LONG BLACK
There are 3 preset Long Black settings – small,
medium and large.
Grind dose & tamp your porta-filter & insert
into the group head. Position your cup
underneath the porta-filter spouts & the hot
water spout. Espresso will be extracted first, the
hot water is delivered automatically after the
espresso.
PRESET
CUP SIZE
AMOUNT
BREWED
Small Approx. 6oz / 180ml
Medium Approx. 8oz / 240ml
Large Approx. 12oz / 360ml
The brewed amounts are approximate only.
Actual amounts may vary due to the coffee
bean roast, blend and freshness as well as
the selected grind size. These factors affect
extraction rate and shot volume.

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HOT WATER
The HOT WATER function can be used
to pre-heat cups or add hot water manually.
To start & stop hot water, touch 'Hot Water' on
the screen.
To ensure water is dispensed at the correct
temperature, hot water will cease to dispense
after approx. 30 seconds. Depending on the
size of your cup, you may need to touch the
'Hot Water' button to stop pouring.
NOTE
You cannot run hot water and extract espresso
at the same time.
ADDING NEW DRINK
Touch 'Create New' in the menu screen to
create a customised drink. You can adjust
parameters based on a standard style and
save your own.
Add New
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Alternatively, after manually adjusting
parameters touch the small icon to save
the current setting.
SETTINGS
To enter settings menu, touch the icon
on the upper right on the screen.
Quick Start Guide
Machine will guide you on screen, step by step
to make an actual coffee.
Auto Start
Auto Start is optional. It allows you to program
the specific time when the machine will
automatically turn on.
Time and Date
Time and Date is optional. You can set time
and date.
Clean Cycle
The Cleaning Cycle cleans the shower screen
and back-flushes the group head.
A pop-up message will let you know when it
is time for cleaning.
Descale Cycle
Descaling prevents excess mineral and scale
build-up. A pop-up message will let you know
when it is time for descaling.
Brew Temperature
It allows you to adjust the recommended
extraction temperature.
Default Milk Temperature
It allows you to adjust default temperature on
all milk base drinks.
Water Hardness
It is to test water to set how often you need to
descale the machine.
Screen Brightness
You can adjust brightness of your touch screen.
Work Light Brightness
You can adjust brightness of your work light.
Sound Volume
You can adjust volume for alerts and reminders.
Demo Mode
It is for on-screen Oracle™demonstration
sequence.
Factory Reset
Use this function to reset all programmable
values back to the factory settings and delete all
custom drinks.