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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

POSSIBLE CAUSES

WHAT TO DO

 

 

 

The machine is ‘On’ but

 

Turn machine off. Wait

ceases to operate

 

for 60 minutes and turn

 

 

machine back on.

 

 

If problem persists, call

 

 

Breville Consumer Support.

 

 

 

Steam pouring out of

 

Turn machine off. Wait

group head

 

for 60 minutes and turn

 

 

machine back on.

 

 

If problem persists, call

 

 

Breville Consumer Support.

 

 

 

Espresso only drips from

• Coffee is ground

Adjust the grind size to a

the portafilter spouts,

too finely.

higher number to make the

restricted flow

 

grind size slightly coarser.

 

 

 

Espresso flows out

• The coffee is ground

• Adjust the grind size

too quickly

too coarsely.

to a lower number to make

 

 

the grind size slightly finer.

 

• Coffee beans are stale.

• Use freshly roasted coffee

 

beans with a 'Roasted On'

 

 

date and consume between

 

 

5-20 days after that date.

 

 

 

Coffee not hot enough

• Cups not pre-heated.

Rinse cups under hot water

 

 

outlet and place on cup

 

 

warming tray.

 

 

 

 

• Milk not hot enough

Increase the milk

 

(if making a

temperature. Refer

 

cappuccino or latté

to 'Adjusting Milk

 

etc).

Temperature', page 16.

 

 

 

No crema

• Coffee beans are stale.

Use freshly roasted coffee

 

 

beans with a 'Roasted On'

 

 

date and consume between

 

 

5-20 days after that date.

 

 

 

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

POSSIBLE CAUSES

WHAT TO DO

 

 

 

 

Not enough milk texture

•

Steam wand is blocked.

Refer to 'Cleaning the Steam

 

 

 

Wand', page 36.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Different brands and types

 

 

 

of milk and milk alternatives

 

 

 

will texture differently. You

 

 

 

may need to adjust the

 

 

 

texture level accordingly.

 

 

 

Refer to 'Adjusting Milk

 

 

 

Texture', page 16.

 

 

 

 

Too much coffee

•

Coffee is ground too

• Adjust the grind size

extracted

 

coarsely.

to a lower number to make

 

 

 

the grind size slightly finer.

 

 

 

• Reprogram the shot

 

•

Shot duration/

duration/volume. Refer

 

 

volume needs to be

to 'Programming Shot

 

 

reprogrammed.

Volume/Duration',

 

 

 

page 19.

 

 

 

 

Not enough coffee

•

Coffee is ground too

• Adjust the grind size to a

extracted

 

finely.

higher number to make

 

 

 

the grind size slightly

 

 

 

coarser.

 

•

Shot duration/

• Reprogram the shot

 

 

volume needs to be

duration/volume.

 

 

reprogrammed.

Refer to 'Programming

 

 

 

Shot Volume/Duration',

 

 

 

page 19.

 

 

 

 

Amount of coffee

•

As coffee beans age,

• Adjust the grind size

extracted has changed,

 

the extraction rate

to a lower number to make

but all settings are the

 

changes and can affect

the grind size slightly finer.

same.

 

the shot volume.

• Reprogram the shot

 

 

 

duration/volume. Refer

 

 

 

to 'Programming Shot

 

 

 

Volume/Duration',

 

 

 

page 19.

 

 

 

• Use freshly roasted coffee

 

 

 

beans with a 'Roasted On'

 

 

 

date and consume between

 

 

 

5-20 days after that date.

 

 

 

 

46

 

47

 

 

 

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Contents Breville Consumer Support BES980XLCongratulations On the purchase of your Breville productImportant safeguards Know Breville Assist PlugRemovable drip tray With Empty Me! indicator Grind Size dialGrind LCD Main LCDHands Free Automatic GRIND, Dose & Tamp Grind Size DialStainless Steel Conical Burrs Automatic Hands Free Milk TexturingInstalling the Water Filter OperatingBefore First USE Machine PreparationFirst USE Grinding OperationAuto Grind Dose & Tamp Selecting Grind SizeAdjusting Milk Temperature Adjusting Milk TexturePreset Americano Manual OverrideProgramming Shot VOLUME/DURATION Manual AmericanoHOT Water Programmable FunctionsShot Temperature Cleaning CycleSet Clock Auto StartAdvanced Features Americano Adjust Programming Custom SettingsTamp SET Pre-InfusionAlerts Transporting and storing Coffee Making Tips Preparation PRE-HEATINGGrind Automatic Grinding Dosing & TampingCoffee Making Tips & Preparation Purging the Group HeadInserting the Portafilter Extracting EspressoCare & Cleaning Coffee Bean Hints & TipsCare & Cleaning Cleaning conical burrsCleaning the Steam Wand Cleaning the Filter BasketCleaning the Outer Housing & CUP Warming Tray Steam Wand Spare PartsEmpty Descale Solution Descale dEScPrepare for Descale Begin DescaleUsing the Allen KEY Fill BoilersFlush Boilers Troubleshooting TroubleshootingProblem Grinder running continuously Possible Cause Problem Possible Cause What to Do Pumps continue toIssues with the Auto Start FeatureProblem But all settings areMachine is ‘On’ but Ceases to operateCoffees to TRY Coffees to TRYFélicitations Pour l’achat de votre produit BrevilleBreville Vous Recommande LA Sécurité Avant Tout Importantes Mesures DE SécuritéFaites LA Connaissance Court Cordon ’ALIMENTATIONÉcran ACL Steam vapeur Cadran SelectBuse vapeur froide au toucher MOUTURE, Dosage & Tassage Automatiques Mains Libres Cadran DE Grosseur DE MoutureMeules Coniques EN Acier Inoxydable Moussage DU Lait Automatique Mains LibresInstallation DU Filtre À EAU FonctionnementFonctonnement DE Votre Produit Breville Avant LA Première UtilisationPremière Utilisation Fonctionnement DE LA MoutureSélection DE LA Grosseur DE Mouture MOUTURE, Dosage & Tassage Automatiques Guide DextractionRégler LA Température DU Lait Manuel PrioritaireMoussage Automatique DU Lait Moussage Manuel DU LaitAmericano Préréglé Americano ManuelProgrammer LE VOLUME/DURÉE DE Lespresso EAU ChaudeFonctions Programmables Température DE LespressoRéglage DE Lheure Démarrage AutomatiqueRéglage DU Tassage Arrêt AutomatiquePréinfusion Fonctions AvancéesDétartrage dESc AlertesTransport ET Entreposage Trucs ET Préparation DU Café PréchauffageLA Mouture MOUTURE, Dosage Tassage AutomatiquesTrucs ET Préparation DU Café Purger LE Groupe DinfusionInsérer LE PORTE-FILTRE Extraire LespressoEntretien & Nettoyage Trucs & Astuces SUR LES Grains DE CaféInstaller LE Filtre À EAU Entretien & NettoyageNettoyer LES Meules Coniques Nettoyer LA Buse Vapeur Pièces DE Rechange DE LA Buse VapeurNettoyer LE Panier Filtre ET LE PORTE-FILTRE Rincer À Leau ClaireÉtape 4 Vider la solution de détartrage Étape 1 Préparation pour le détartrageÉtape 2 Videz les chaudières Étape 3 Débuter le détartrageUtiliser LA CLÉ Allen Étape 5 Remplir les chaudièresÉtape 6 Purger les chaudières Guide DE Dépannage Guide DE Dépannage Aucune vapeur ni Eau chaudePas deau chaude Pas de vapeurSuggestions DE Café Suggestions DE Café

The Oracle, BES980XL specifications

The Breville BES980XL, known as The Oracle, is a remarkable espresso machine that combines cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features, making it an outstanding choice for both novice coffee enthusiasts and seasoned baristas. This dual boiler machine offers precise temperature control and pressure management, allowing users to brew café-quality espresso at home.

One of the standout features of The Oracle is its dual boiler system. This design separates the brewing and steaming processes, enabling users to extract espresso and steam milk simultaneously. With independent boilers for both tasks, users can achieve perfect microfoam for lattes and cappuccinos, while also ensuring that espresso is brewed at an optimal temperature for maximum flavor extraction.

The Oracle is equipped with a unique automatic grinding and tamping system. With its integrated conical burr grinder, this machine allows users to grind coffee beans fresh for each shot. This feature is critical, as freshly ground coffee significantly enhances the flavor and aroma of the espresso. Once ground, the machine automatically tamps the coffee puck to the ideal pressure, providing consistency with minimal effort.

Another significant aspect of The Oracle is its advanced PID temperature control. This technology ensures that the brew temperature is precise and stable during extraction, which is key to producing high-quality espresso shots. The temperature is adjustable, allowing users to fine-tune their brew to their preferred taste profile.

The Oracle also prioritizes customization, offering a range of settings to cater to individual preferences. Users can adjust grind size, shot volume, and milk texture to create unique beverages tailored to their liking. The one-touch operation for various coffee drinks makes it convenient to prepare everything from espressos to cappuccinos with ease.

Furthermore, the machine features a stainless steel construction, ensuring durability and longevity. Its sleek design and intuitive interface, complete with an LCD display, provide a modern touch that appeals to aesthetics while enhancing usability.

In summary, the Breville BES980XL, The Oracle, stands out as an exceptional home espresso machine, equipped with an array of sophisticated features such as a dual boiler system, automatic grinding and tamping, PID temperature control, and customizable settings. This combination of technology and user-friendliness makes it a favorite among coffee lovers seeking to elevate their espresso experience.
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