Café Roma
Espresso / Cappuccino Machine
Breville is a registered trademark of Breville Pty. Ltd.
ABN 98 000 092 928
Instructions for use
Breville Customer Service Centre
Australian Customers
Breville Customer Service Centre
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Locked Bag 2000
Botany NSW 2019
AUSTRALIA
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© Copyright. Breville Pty. Ltd. 2004
Due to continual improvements in design or otherwise,
the product you purchase may differ slightly from the
one illustrated in this booklet.
Model ESP6/ESP8B Issue 1/04
Model ESP6/ESP8B
Breville recommends safety first
Know your Breville Espresso / Cappuccino Machine
Power On/Off switch
Cup warming plate
We at Breville 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:
‘Power On’ light (red)
illuminates when the
machine is turned on
Read all instructions before operating and save for
future reference
15 bar Italian designed & made pump system
• This appliance is for household use only.
• Any maintenance other than cleaning should be
performed at an authorised Breville Service Centre.
Removable 1.2 litre water tank
‘Heating’ light (orange)
• Do not use this appliance for other than its
intended use. Do not use outdoors.
Thermoblock heating system
• 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.
• The appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.
illuminates to indicate that the
machine is heating and will turn off
when the correct temperature has
been reached. This light will cycle
on and off during operation to
indicate the machine is monitoring
the correct temperature
Selector control
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
for Espresso and Steam
• Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.
Filter holder
• Always use the appliance on a dry, level surface.
External water window
Special safety instructions
• Do not place this appliance on or near a hot gas
or electric burner, or where it could touch a
heated oven.
• Only use cold water in the water tank. Do not use
any other liquid.
2 stainless steel filters
Steam wand
(1 cup filter and 2 cup filter)
with froth enhancer
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table
or counter, touch hot surfaces or become knotted.
• Never use the machine without water in it.
• Ensure the filter holder is firmly secured when
using the machine.
Steam baffle
• Do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or
any other liquid.
• Never remove the filter holder during the brewing
operation as the machine is under pressure your
electrician for professional advice.
• Always switch the appliance to ‘Off’, switch the
power off at the power outlet and then remove the
plug when the appliance is not being used and
before cleaning.
• 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 unit to your nearest authorised
Breville Service Centre for examination,
replacement or repair.
Removable drip tray
and grid
Combined measuring spoon
and coffee press
Water level indicator
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Operating your Breville Espresso / Cappuccino Machine
• Clean any excess coffee from the rim of the filter
holder to ensure a proper fit under the brew head.
Before using your Espresso /
Cappuccino Machine
Pre-heating the machine
Preparing the coffee
For optimal crema, it is recommended to carry out a
complete brewing operation with water but without
any coffee grinds before making your first coffee to
ensure that the machine has been preheated.
• Place the 1 or 2 cup filter into the filter holder and
fill with espresso coffee (use the smaller filter for
1 cup and the larger filter for 2 cups).
• Place the filter retainer clip in the release position,
by pulling the clip back towards your hand.
Wash the filter holder and the stainless filters in mild
detergent and water. Rinse thoroughly.
• Use 1 level measure of espresso coffee for the
1 cup filter and 2 level measures for the 2 cup
filter. It is important to use the correct amount
of coffee as the filter perforations have been
constructed for optimal pressure build up in
the machine.
Filling the water tank
• Make sure the selector control is in the
Standby position.
• Ensure the power switch and selector control are
set to the standby position.
• Plug the power cord into a 230/240V electrical
outlet, switch on and set the power switch to the
‘ON’ position.
• Turn off at the power outlet and unplug the
power cord.
• Lift up the water tank lid and remove the water
tank. Fill with cold water to the maximum mark
and replace in the machine, pressing down firmly
so that the water valve opens. Close the water
tank lid.
• As soon as the orange ‘Heating’ light turns off, set
the selector control to the
Espresso position
• Place the filter holder underneath the brew head
so that the handle is positioned to the left of
centre. Lift the filter holder until it contacts the
brew head and rotate to the right.
and run a small amount of water through the
brewing head for a few seconds without the filter
holder in place.
Pre-warming cups
For optimal coffee temperature, pre-warm
the espresso cups by placing them on the cup
warming plate.
• Distribute the coffee evenly and press it lightly
with the bottom of the measuring spoon (if there
is too much coffee, the flow of water can
become blocked).
The water tank should be filled with fresh cold
water before use.
Check water level before use and replace the
water daily.
Do not use mineral or distilled water.
Note
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Operating your Breville Espresso / Cappuccino Machine
continued
• Set the selector control to the
Steam position.
Brewing coffee
The machine remains ready for brewing and
maintains a constant heating temperature as
long as the Power switch is left in the ‘On’
position. If the temperature should drop, the
orange control light will illuminate and the
heater will automatically heat up to the correct
brewing temperature.
Always ensure that the frothing attachment
has been firmly pushed onto the steam wand
For best results use fresh cold milk (lite milk
will froth easier).
• Make sure the selector control is in the
standby position.
• Gently move the frothing jug in a circular motion
around the froth enhancer.
• Plug the power cord into a 230/240V electrical
outlet, switch on and set the power switch to
the standby position.
• When the milk has begun to increase in volume,
immerse the froth enhancer deeper into the milk
to further heat the milk.
Always clean the steam wand and froth
enhancer after every use (refer to care
and cleaning).
• As soon as the orange ‘Heating’ light turns off, the
machine is heated up.
• Place your hand on the bottom of the stainless
frothing jug. When the jug becomes too hot to
touch, set the selector control to the standby
position to stop the steaming function before
removing the jug. This will ensure that you don’t
burn the milk.
If brewing more coffee straight after using
the steam function, set the selector control to
Note
• Make sure the drip tray is in place.
the
Espresso position to run a small amount
• Place one or two pre-heated cups beneath the
filter holder.
How to froth milk for a cappuccino or latte
of water through the brewing head for a few
seconds without the filter holder in place.
This will prepare the system for optimal
brewing temperature.
The Breville Café Roma comes complete with a
frothing attachment for easier frothing of milk.
The first step in making a cappuccino/latte is to
• Set the selector control to the
Espresso position.
• After a few seconds, aromatic coffee will begin
to run through.
• When steaming milk you will hear a pumping
sound. This is the thermoblock operating and
is normal.
make a short espresso (see “Brewing coffee”). Then:
Note
• When sufficient coffee has flowed into the cups, set
the selector control to the standby position. This
will stop the flow of coffee.
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• Fill the stainless steel frothing jug ⁄ full with
• As you return the selector control to the standby
position, steam will be released from the machine.
This is normal operation.
cold milk.
• As soon as the orange ‘Heating’ light turns off,
plunge the steam wand into jug of milk so that the
main head of the froth enhancer is immersed into
the milk.
• If you do not need to use the steam function, set
the power switch to the ‘Off’ position, unplug the
power cord and allow the machine to cool.
• Add the steamed milk to each cup of freshly
brewed espresso coffee and spoon on the frothed
milk in the following ratios:
• Remove the filter holder from the brew head and
using the filter retainer clip to secure the filter in
the filter holder, turn the filter holder upside down
to empty the used coffee (used coffee grounds
should be thrown away with domestic waste and
not down the sink which may block drains).
Rinse the filter and filter holder with water and
allow to dry.
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Cappuccino - ⁄ espresso, ⁄ steamed milk,
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⁄ frothed milk
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Latté -
⁄ espresso topped with steamed
milk and about 10cm of frothed milk
(traditionally served in a glass)
LIQUID SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO RUN OVER THE TOP OF THE FROTH ENHANCER,
OTHERWISE IT WILL NOT FUNCTION.
TO AVOID SPLATTERING OF HOT MILK, DO NOT LIFT THE STEAM NOZZLE ABOVE THE SURFACE
OF THE MILK WHILE FROTHING.
THE METAL PARTS OF THE FILTER HOLDER MIGHT STILL BE VERY HOT. COOL DOWN THESE PARTS
BY RUNNING UNDER COLD WATER.
ENSURE THE SELECTOR CONTROL IS IN THE STANDBY POSITION BEFORE REMOVING THE
FROTHING JUG.
MAKE SURE YOU USE THE FILTER RETAINER CLIP WHEN DISCARDING THE COFFEE GROUNDS.
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Coffee making tips
Care and cleaning
Before cleaning, ensure the selector control is in the
‘OFF’ position. Switch off at the power outlet, then
unplug the power cord and allow the unit to cool.
Tips on making the perfect espresso
The grind
Cleaning the housing / cup warming tray
Don’t just rely on your coffee maker to do
all the work. Making a good cup of coffee
is an art.
• If using pre-ground coffee, ensure you purchase an
espresso grind for espresso/cappuccino machines.
• The outer housing can be cleaned with a soft,
damp cloth (do not use abrasive agents or cloths
which can scratch the surfaces).
• If grinding your own beans the coffee must be
ground fine, but not too fine. It can effect the taste
and the rate the water flows through it.
Cleaning the steam wand and
froth enhancer
Water flow
Cleaning the drip tray
• The steam wand and froth enhancer should always
be cleaned after frothing milk.
If you’re making an espresso, make sure the water
flows through the coffee filter at the correct rate. If
it’s too slow, the coffee will be over-extracted - too
dark and bitter, with a mottled and uneven crema on
top. If it flows too quickly, the coffee will be under-
extracted - the proper flavour won’t have had time to
develop. You can adjust the water flow by tamping
(pressing down) the coffee firmly or by changing the
grind of the coffee.
• The drip tray should be removed, emptied and
cleaned at regular intervals, particularly when the
water level indicator is exposed indicating the drip
tray is full.
• If the grind is too fine, the water will not flow
through the coffee even under pressure (this grind
looks like powder and feels like flour when rubbed
between fingers).
• Remove the froth enhancer and rinse under warm
tap water.
• Wipe the steam wand with a damp cloth.
• Remove the grid, steam baffle and water level
indicator from the drip tray, wash all 4 parts with
water and non-abrasive washing liquid before
rinsing and drying.
• If the grind is too coarse, the water flows
through the coffee too fast, preventing a full
flavoured extraction.
• Briefly set the selector control to the
Steam
position to clear any remaining milk from the
steam wand.
• If the steam wand becomes blocked, wait for the
machine to cool before using a needle or paperclip
to unblock the opening.
Do not place any of the components in
the dishwasher.
The coffee
Pre-ground coffee will only retain its flavour for
1 week, provided it is stored in an air tight container,
in a cool, dark area. Whole coffee beans are
Note
Cleaning the filters, filter holder
and brewing head
recommended and should be ground just before use.
Coffee beans stored in an airtight container will keep
up to 1 month before they begin to lose their flavour.
Do not store in a refrigerator freezer.
• Directly after use, remove used coffee grounds and
rinse the stainless filters and filter holder under
running water. Should the fine holes in the filters
become blocked, then a normal dishwashing
brush should be used (do not use a brush with
metal bristles).
• The brewing head should be wiped with a damp
cloth to remove any old espresso grounds.
• It is advisable to periodically run water through the
unit with the filter in place but without any coffee
to clean out any old coffee grounds.
DO NOT IMMERSE ANY PART OF YOUR BREVILLE ESPRESSO/CAPPUCCINO MACHINE IN WATER
OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
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Care and cleaning
continued
Trouble shooting chart
• As soon as the brewing temperature is reached the
orange ‘temperature’ light will switch off. Set the
Decalcifying
Problem
Possible causes
After regular use, hard water can cause limestone
build up in and on many of the inner functioning
components, reducing the brewing flow, power of
the machine, and affecting the quality of coffee.
selector control to the
Espresso position and let
Coffee does not run through • Machine is not turned on or plugged in
half the decalcifying solution run through the
brewing head.
• Water tank is empty
• Selector control not in
• Coffee grind is too fine
• Too much coffee in the filter
• The filter is blocked (see Care and cleaning)
Espresso position
• Turn the selector control to the
Steam position
We advise decalcifying the machine on a regular
basis (every 2-3 months) using a liquid decalcifying
agent. Follow the instructions provided, or use
the following as a guide:
and let the remaining solution run through the
steam wand. When the solution has run through,
set the selector control back to the ‘OFF’ position.
Coffee runs out too quickly
Coffee runs too slowly
• Coffee grind is too coarse
• Not enough coffee in the filter
• After decalcifying, rinse the water tank thoroughly
and re-fill with fresh cold water. To rinse the
machine, run half the water through the brewing
head and half through the steam wand.
Diluted solution (for softer water)
• 1 part decalcifying agent
• 2 parts cold tap water
• The water tank is empty or low
• Coffee grind is too fine
• Machine is blocked by scale build up (see Care and cleaning)
Concentrated solution (for harder water)
• 1 part decalcifying agent
• 1 part cold tap water
Coffee runs out around the
edge of the filter holder
• Filter holder is not inserted in the brew head properly
• There are coffee grounds around the filter rim
• Too much coffee in the filter
The machine is ready for use.
The stainless steel filters should not come
in contact with any decalcifying agents.
• Coffee has been tamped too tightly
Decalcifying the machine
Do not use powdered decalcifying agents.
The machine is too loud
• Water tank is empty
• Water tank is not securely in place
• Make sure the selector control is in the standby
position and that the plug is disconnected
from the power outlet.
Note
Coffee is too weak or watery • Coffee grind is not fine enough
(use coffee ground for espresso machines)
• Remove the filter holder and pour in the
decalcifying solution into the water tank.
Coffee is too cold
• Machine not preheated
• Cups not preheated
• Milk not heated enough (if making a cappuccino or latte)
• Plug the machine into the power outlet and
turn on.
• Set power switch to the ‘On’ position and the
selector control to the standby position.
No crema
• Coffee is not tamped (pressed) firmly enough
• Coffee grind is too coarse
• Coffee is not fresh
• Place a large container under both the water
outlet and the steam wand.
No steam is generated
• Machine is not turned on
• Water tank is empty
• Selector control not in
Steam position
• Steam wand is blocked (see care and cleaning)
Milk is not foamy
after frothing
• Not enough steam
• Milk is not fresh and cold
THE WATER TANK SHOULD NEVER BE REMOVED OR COMPLETELY EMPTIED
DURING DECALCIFYING.
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Coffees to try
Cappuccino
A cappuccino is very light and almost luke
warm. It has one-third espresso, one-third milk
and one-third foam. It is traditionally consumed
before noon.
Espresso
Intense and aromatic, an espresso or short
black as it’s also known uses about 7g of
ground coffee. It is served in a small cup or
glass to a level of approximately 35mm.
Cafe latté
Served in a glass, a caffe latté consists of one-
third espresso, topped with steamed milk and
about 10mm of foam.
Macchiato
Traditionally served short, the macchiato is also
poured as a long black with a dash of milk or a
dollop of foam.
Long black
A long black is generally served with a double
shot of espresso.
Ristretto
Meaning restricted, a ristretto is an
extremely short espresso of approximately
15mm, distinguished by its intense flavour
and aftertaste.
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