User manual BREVILLE BCB100

[. . . ] This appliance is for household use only. Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use. [. . . ] If it's too slow, the espresso will be over-extracted - too dark and bitter, with a mottled and uneven créma on top. If it flows too quickly, the espresso will be under extracted - the proper flavor won't have had time to develop. you can adjust the water flow by tamping (pressing down) the espresso grind firmly or by changing the grind of the espresso. See below for tips: The Coffee Beans It is recommended to grind the beans just before extraction. Ground espresso can keep its flavor, for a very long time if it is stored in an air tight container placed in a freezer. If using pre-ground espresso, ensure you purchase an espresso grind for espresso/cappuccino machines. 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. The water tank should be filled with fresh cold water before use. Pre-Heating the Machine For optimal créma, it is recommended to carry out a complete brewing operation with water but without any espresso grinds before making your first espresso. Plug the power cord into a 120V electrical outlet. If the temperature should drop, the orange control light will illuminate and the heater will automatically heat up to the correct brewing temperature. Preparing Espresso Pods Your Café Roma can be used with most leading brands of espresso pods. To prepare the pod for brewing, place the pod in the pod filter and ensure that all of the pod's surface area is fitted inside the filter. If the edges of the pod overflow the filter, you will need to trim them off until the pod is fully contained within the filter. Only use the pod filter when using the espresso pods. How to Froth Milk for a Cappuccino or Latte The Breville Café Roma comes complete with a steam wand. The first step in making a cappuccino or latté is to make a short espresso (see "Brewing Coffee"), then: 1. Fill the stainless steel frothing jug ½ full with cold milk. When the orange 'HEATING' light has turned off, quickly insert the steam wand into the jug of the milk so that the tip of the Steam Wand is just immersed into the milk. The steam will move the milk around the inside of the jug in a circular motion. When the milk has begun to increase in volume, immerse the Froth Enhancer deeper into the jug to further heat the milk. [. . . ] If the Steam Wand continues to be blocked, the tip of the Steam Wand can be removed by using the spanner in the middle of the Cleaning Tool. Replace the tip back onto the Steam Wand and secure with the Cleaning Tool. cleaning the Housing / Cup Warming Tray 1. The outer housing can be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth (do not use abrasive agents or cloths which can scratch the surfaces). [. . . ]