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BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST

At Breville 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

  • Carefully read all instructions before operating the appliance and save for future reference.
  • Remove and safely discard any packaging material, plastic power plug cover, and any removable labels before using appliance.
  • If the appliance is to be:
    • Left unattended
    • cleaned
    • moved
    • assembled; or
    • stored unplug the unit from the power outlet.
  • Always operate the appliance on a stable and heat resistant surface.
  • Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas burner, electric element or where it could touch a heated oven.
  • Ensure the unit has at least 4 inches (10cm) of clearance from all side panels.
  • Do not operate the appliance without water in the water tank. Use only cold, preferably filtered water. Do not fill the appliance with any other liquids for brewing operations.
  • Ensure the supplied mesh basket filter or a paper filter (8-12 cup, flat base basket style with ~ 3¼”/8.25cm base) is placed in the coffee basket before using the appliance. Do not use the mesh basket filter in conjunction with a paper filter.
  • Before starting a brew cycle:
    • Check that the carafe drip stop moves up and down freely.
    • Completely empty the carafe and securely lock the carafe lid in place.
    • Insert and seat the carafe under the drip stop.
    • Ensure the filter basket is empty and properly fit in place.
  • During a brew cycle:
    • Do not remove the carafe or remove the filter basket while the unit is in a brew cycle. Failure to follow the above may lead to scalding or serious injury.
  • Some surfaces may be hot, use caution when touching or lifting the unit or accessories.
  • Use only carafe handle when lifting the carafe.
  • The carafe is designed for use with this appliance only. It must never be used on a range top or in a microwave.
  • Scalding may occur if the carafe lid or basket is removed during the brewing cycle.
    CAUTION
  • Risk of injury. Proper installation/removal of the basket is required to reduce the risk of splashing of hot water.
  • Always ensure the carafe lid is securely locked in place onto the carafe before pouring.
  • Do not use the carafe with a cracked, loose, weakened or damaged handle.
  • Do not use the filter basket with a cracked, loose, weakened or damaged handle.
  • Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handle for lifting and carrying the carafe.
  • Always wait until the machine has cooled before removing the brew basket.
  • Do not set a hot carafe on a wet, cold or heat-sensitive surface.
  • Always switch the appliance off by removing the power plug from the power outlet before attempting to move the appliance, when the appliance is not in use and before cleaning and storing. Allow cooling before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
  • Do not use harsh or abrasive materials when cleaning any part of this appliance such as steel wool or scoring pads.
  • The use of attachments not sold or recommended by Breville may cause fire, electric shock or injuries.
  • Scalding may occur if the basket is removed during the brewing cycle.
  • Proper installation of filter basket, showerhead seal, and the showerhead locking ring is required to reduce the risk of splashing of hotwater.
    CAUTION
  • To prevent damage to the appliance do not use alkaline cleaning agentswhen cleaning, use a soft cloth and a mild detergent.
  • The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use.
  • The appliance shall not be placed in a cabinet when in use.
  • IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
  • Fully unwind cord before use.
  • To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or any other liquid.
  • Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces, or become knotted.
  • Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
  • Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
  • This appliance is recommended for household use only. Do not use this appliance for anything other than its intended use. Do not use in moving vehicles or boats.Do not use outdoors.
  • It is recommended to regularly inspect the appliance. Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord, power plug, or appliance becomes damaged in anyway. Immediately stop using the unit and call Breville Consumer Support.
  • Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
    CAUTION
  • We recommend using cold, filtered water. We do not recommend the use of de-mineralized or distilled water as this may affect the taste of brewed coffee.

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
Your Breville appliance is fitted with a short power cord to reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage resulting from pulling, tripping or becoming entangled with a longer cord.
Longer detachable power cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised. If an extension cord is used, (1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, (2) the cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter-top or table where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally and (3) the extension cord must include a 3-prong grounding plug.

  • This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand 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.

NOTE
This appliance has a three-wire grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit properly into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not use an adaptor or modify the plug in any way. Do not connect the appliance to an external switch or device (such as a timer, monitor or remote circuit) that can be switched on and off.

BREVILLE ASSIST® PLUG
Your Breville appliance comes with a unique Assist® Plug, conveniently designed with a finger hole to ease removal from the power outlet.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
(Applicable to California residents only).
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Components

FIG-1

  1. Tank lid
  2. Water tank
  3. LCD display
  4. SELECT dial
  5. START|CANCEL button
  6. AUTO START button
  7. Brew basket
  8. Showerhead
  9. Showerhead ring
  10. Drip stop lever
  11. Carafe lid
  12. Carafe

ACCESSORIES

  1. Cone filter basket insert
  2. Mesh basket filter
  3. Brew basket
  4. Breville coffee measuring scoop
  5. Flat bottom basket filter paper pack (10 pieces)
  6. Water hardness test strip (see page 11 for directions)

Features

Your Breville Precision Brewer has been designed to make coffee of the highest quality, just the way you like it, no matter what style of coffee you enjoy.

  • Fast: Brew up to 12 cups (60oz) as fast as the brewer can deliver the water in the tank.
  • Gold: This mode has been certified by the SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) to meet their rigorous technical requirements using the Cone Filter Basket and water volumes of 1.0L & 1.2L together with a brew ratio of 55g of coffee to 1.0L of water.
  • Strong: Brew settings are automatically adjusted so you get a stronger cup of coffee. Tip: for strong coffee, increase the amount of ground coffee you normally use.
  • Over Ice: Brew up to 4 cups (20oz) of stronger coffee that tastes great when poured over ice and garnished any way you like.
  • Brew: Brew up to 12 cups (60oz) having total control over all the variables, brew water temperature, bloom time, water delivery speed, so you get coffee just the way you like it.
  • Cold Brew: Brew up to 20oz of Cold Brew coffee with the flexibility to adjust steeping time between 0-24 hours and have the coffee automatically delivered into your favorite vessel.

SCA-CERTIFIED HOME B$REWER LOGO

The SCA recognizes home brewers that meet their longstanding rigorous technical requirements. These requirements are based on decades of industry knowledge and research by the Coffee Brewing Center. All SCA Certified Home Brewers have met these requirements, which are based generally on proper water temperature, brewing time, and ability to brew within the SCA Golden Cup recommendations.
If a brewer passes all of the tests in the certification procedure, as conducted by the SCA, that brewer will be eligible to be recognized as an examplary home brewer and join the short list of SCA Certified Home Brewers.
The Breville Precision Brewer has met these SCA requirements when using the “Gold” setting and the Cone Filter basket.

Assembly

BEFORE FIRST USE

Unpack all parts and accessories before removing and safely discarding all packaging material and promotional labels. Ensure the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet.

Wipe the exterior stainless steel housing with a soft, damp cloth. Wash the lid, brew basket, cone filter insert, mesh basket filter, and carafe in warm, soapy water and a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers, pads or cloths which can scratch the surface. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Press carafe drip stop ensuring it can freely move up and down.

WATER HARDNESS SETTING

When first turned on, the machine will show ‘HArd’ on LCD, asking you water hardness level. Press SELECT dial once. Dip the water hardness test strip into the filled water tank for 1 second, remove and wait for 1 minute to reveal the result. Rotate the SELECT dial and press the dial to select the level accordingly. To reset water hardness, please refer to FACTORY RESET (page 18).

FLUSHING FOR FIRST-TIME USE

  1. Ensure that the empty coffee basket and empty carafe (with assembled lid) are inserted into the machine.
  2. Fill the water tank with fresh cold water to the MAX mark on the water tank. Plug into power outlet and press the START|CANCEL button to turn the machine on. Rotate the SELECT dial to FAST. Press the START|CANCEL button. The machine will dispense all the water from the tank, through the system & into the empty carafe.
  3. After flushing, empty the basket and carafe.
    NOTE We recommend to flush once more in Fast mode.

Operation

BREWING A CARAFE

Ensure the brew basket is clean and the drip stop seal in the bottom of the basket is clean and free of coffee particles.

  1. Select the correct basket & filter for the amount of coffee you’re making. When brewing between 2 and 8 cups, we recommend you use the Cone shaped filter basket insert with paper filter (Cone paper filter is not included). When brewing more than 8 cups, use mesh basket filter or flat bottom brew basket with large paper filter.CAUTION Filling the basket without a mesh basket filter or filter paper may cause the basket to overflow during the brewing cycle.
  2. The LCD will display the basket setting – “Basket” or “Cone”. To change the basket type, rotate the SELECT dial to Settings & press the dial. Rotate the SELECT dial to the basket type, press the SELECT dial to set.
  3. Fill the water tank with fresh cold water up to the MAX marking on the water tank.NOTE This machine will brew all the water in the tank. Ensure the tank does not contain an excess amount of water.
  4. For the very best tasting coffee, we recommend using freshly roasted whole bean coffee and grind with a burr grinder directly before you brew. The grind should be medium/coarse, never use coffee ground for espresso as your coffee basket may overflow.
  5. Grind enough coffee beans for the volume you’re making. For a full 60oz carafe, we recommend 3.5oz (99g) of coffee, approximately 12 level Breville measuring scoops. Roughly 1 scoop for every 5oz. Refer coffee/water ratio chart on page 16.
  6. Insert the correct filter paper, cone or flat bottom, or mesh basket, into the brew basket, then, add your ground coffee. Insert the brew basket into the machine.
    NOTE Never use both mesh basket filter and paper filter at the same time.
    NOTE Coffee with superior taste & clarity will come from using a paper filter.
    NOTE The mesh basket filter will allow some fine coffee grounds to brew into the coffee. This will appear as sediment in the cup or carafe. This is normal. Only use the mesh basket filter provided as others may cause the machine to overflow.
  7. Lock the carafe lid and place the carafe under the drip stop outlet.CAUTION The carafe MUST be in place before you brew with water level higher than ‘SINGLE CUP’ line. Otherwise the coffee basket will overflow.
    NOTE Always ensure your carafe is clean and empty before brewing. Residual coffee will affect the taste and liquid in the carafe will cause it to overflow.
    NOTE Always ensure your carafe is EMPTY before brewing to prevent overflow.
  8. Rotate the SELECT dial to the desired mode. Press the START|CANCEL button. The machine will display the progress:
    • The machine will remind you to insert either cup or carafe where applicable.
    • Heating: the heating system is being pre-heated to the optimal temperature
    • Blooming: the bloom phase of preparation is in progress.
    • Brewing: brew water at the correct/ selected temperature is being delivered to the ground coffee.
  9. When your coffee is ready, the machine will beep 3 times. The machine will display the “Time since brewed”.NOTE Never fill the water tank once the coffee machine has started a brewing cycle.

BREW MODES

  • FAST: This mode is to deliver the fastest brewed coffee. This coffee machine is one of the fastest 12 cup (60oz) brewers.
  • GOLD (recommended): This mode has been certified by the SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) to meet their rigorous technical requirements using the cone filter basket.
  • STRONG: This brewing mode delivers a stronger-tasting coffee.
  • MY BREW: Allows you to customize every brew setting
  • Bloom Time: Coffee bloom occurs when hot water hits the ground coffee. This setting allows you to adjust how long the bloom time lasts. We recommend 30-60 seconds. During this time the brewing cycle pauses to allow coffee to naturally bloom. See ‘TIPS’ for more about Bloom Time.
  • Brewing Temp: You can adjust the temperature of the brew water being delivered to the ground coffee to suit your favorite coffee. See “TIPS” for more about setting brew water temperature.
  • Flow Rate: You can adjust brewing time to control contact time by adjusting the water delivery speed. Choose between Slow, Medium, and Fast.
  • Pour Over: If you are using the Pour Over Adapter, this must be turned on. The Adapter is sold separately at breville.com.
  • OVER ICE: This is to make stronger coffee for ice coffee.
  • Fill the water tank with the amount of water you want to brew up to 20oz line and start brewing. After brewing, pour over ice. See ‘TIPS’ for details.
  • COLD BREW: Cold Brew coffee is brewed differently to traditional coffee. It uses cold, not hot water. Your brewer uses the “Full Immersion” method of brewing cold brew which steeps the water and coffee together over an extended duration – typically between 4 – 14 hours. This method creates an intense smooth coffee with little bitterness. Brew ratios are also different, and much higher than normal. Breville recommends a brew ratio 2-3 times higher than average, approximately 3 Breville scoops to every 5oz of water.
  • See ‘TIPS’ for a step-by-step guide of brewing Cold Brew.
  • Brew time is adjustable.

NOTE OVER ICE mode and COLD BREW mode will be disabled if there is more than 20oz of water in the tank.

SINGLE-CUP/SMALLER VOLUMES (LESS THAN 4 CUPS, 20OZ)

  1. Your Breville Precision Brewer will recognize when the brewer has less than 4 cups (20oz) of water & will adjust the brew settings, automatically, to make the best possible tasting coffee. Fill your cup with fresh cold water and then pour it into the water tank, ensuring the water level stays below the SINGLE CUP line. NOTE DO NOT fill the water tank more than the SINGLE CUP line or the volume of the cup used to receive the coffee. It will overflow as the machine brews until the water tank becomes empty
  2. Place your empty cup underneath the brew basket outlet.
  3. We recommend using a cone filter basket insert for single cups. It ensures proper contact between the brewing water and the ground coffee.
  4. To change the basket type, rotate the SELECT dial to Settings and press to enter the Settings mode, and select “Basket Type”.
  5. Rotate the dial to select “Cone”, and press dial to select. “Cone” will be displayed on the LCD.
  6. Insert the Cone filter basket into the brew basket. Use the alignment marks as a guide.
  7. Place a cone-shaped paper filter into the cone filter basket.
  8. Grind the correct amount of whole-bean coffee for the amount you are brewing. 1 level Breville scoop of ground coffee is suitable for 5oz (150ml) of water.
  9. Select desired brewing mode, Fast, Gold, MyBrew or Strong.
  10. Press START|CANCEL to begin brewing.

Programming

AUTO START

Allows you to automatically start brewing at preset time.

  1. Set filter basket type for the amount of coffee you’re brewing.
  2. Select your brewing mode.
  3. Fill the water tank with enough fresh cold water for the amount of coffee you’re brewing.
  4. Insert the brew basket with your desired insert or paper filter and add coffee.
  5. Insert the appropriate cup or the carafe with the lid locked in place into the machine.
  6. Press the AUTO START button.
  7. The machine will prompt you to set the time for Auto Start. Rotate the SELECT dial to adjust Auto Start time press the SELECT dial to set. Auto Start is now set and the machine will enter Auto Start mode, brewing automatically at the set Auto Start time.
    NOTE If the clock hasn’t been set, the machine will prompt you to set the clock. Ensure the clock is correct. The clock will reset every time the unit is unplugged.
  8. Pressing START|CANCEL will cancel Auto Start.

SETTINGS

  • SET CLOCK: Set the time displayed on LCD.
  • SOUND: Sound volume is adjustable and also can be turned off.
  • STANDBY: Adjust time to automatically enter STANDBY mode after a period of no use.
  • FILTER TYPE: Factory setting is Flat basket, adjustable when using the Cone filter basket insert.

ENTERING STANDBY MODE AT ANY TIME

Press the START|CANCEL button for 2 seconds.

DEGREE INDICATION PREFERENCE (°C/°F)

To switch between °F and °C, press SELECT dial and AUTO START button together. Rotate the SELECT dial to select, then press the SELECT dial to set.

CHILD-LOCK

To prevent children from possible danger, child-lock feature is available. Hold AUTO START and START button together for 3 seconds. LCD will display “CL” when it is locked. Repeat this again or unplug the unit to unlock.

Tips

WHOLE BEANS

  • FRESH IS BEST! Freshly roasted, quality coffee is key to making great tasting coffee. Peak flavor potential is 5-20 days after roast. Always look for a “Roasted On” date on the bag. Avoid coffee with a “Best Before” or “Use By” date as you never know when it was roasted.
  • Coffee flavor and strength are personal preference. Vary the type of coffee beans and the amount of ground coffee to achieve your preferred taste.
  • Freshly ground beans are the key to making coffee with more flavor and body. Pre-ground coffee will have lost most of its flavor and aromatics, so always grind right before you brew for superior taste.
  • Store coffee beans in a dark, cool and dry place. Vacuum seal if possible.
  • Buy coffee beans in small batches to reduce the storage time and store no more than one week’s supply at any time.

PRE-GROUND COFFEE

  • Pre-ground coffee is convenient, but will never taste as good as coffee ground right before you brew. We recommend investing in a quality burr grinder so you can grind fresh whole bean coffee right before you brew and enjoy superior-tasting coffee.
  • The grind will affect the rate at which the water flows through the coffee in the coffee basket and therefore the taste of the coffee. If the grind is too fine the water will not flow through the coffee and may clog or overflow the coffee basket. It may pass through the mesh basket filter leaving sediment in the cup or carafe. The resulting coffee will be over extracted, too dark and bitter. If the grind is too coarse the water will flow through the coffee too quickly. This will result in an under-extracted coffee lacking in flavor.
  • Always use “drip filter grind” suitable for use with a drip coffee machines. Never use “Espresso grind” as the finer grind size may cause the coffee basket to block and and will be over-extracted.

COFFEE/WATER RATIO

We recommend 1 level Breville scoop of coffee grounds per 5oz (150ml) cup of water. Adjust the amount according to your individual taste. The maximum capacity for pre-ground coffee is 12 level Breville scoops. Exceeding this amount may cause the coffee basket to overflowing.

Cups of coffee

(5oz/150ml cup)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7* 8* 9 10 11 12
Spoons of coffee grinds 1

(0.3oz / 8.25g)

2

(0.6oz / 16.5g)

3

(0.9oz / 24.75g)

4

(1.2oz / 33g)

5

(1.5oz / 41.25g)

6

(1.8oz / 49.5g)

7

(2.1oz / 57.75g)

8

(2.4oz / 66g)

9

(2.7oz / 74.25g)

10

(3oz / 82.5g)

11

(3.3oz / 90.75g)

12

(3.6oz / 99g)

 

Water amount

5oz / 150ml 10oz / 300ml 15oz / 450ml 20oz / 600ml 25oz / 750ml 30oz / 900ml 35oz / 1.05L 40oz / 1.2L 45oz / 1.35L 50oz / 1.5L 55oz / 1.65L 60oz / 1.8L

BLOOMING

When coffee is roasted, CO2 is trapped inside the bean. Coffee grounds release this CO2 when hot water hits them, and this is called “blooming”. Your Brewer can automatically adjust bloom time by controlling the water flow. Blooming can have an impact on the aromas and flavors of the brewed cup. If the coffee is overly bitter shorten bloom time, and if it’s sour make it a little longer.

PRE-HEATING

Preheat the carafe or cup for best results. A pre-heated carafe or cup will help maintain the coffee’s optimal temperature and keep coffee hotter for longer. Fill with hot water for about 30 seconds then discard the water.

WATER QUALITY

Fresh, good-tasting water is essential for a perfect cup. If the water contains excessive sediment, or has an ‘off’ taste or odor, we recommend using filtered water.

ICED COFFEE

  • Iced coffee is at its best when the coffee is brewed strong because the coffee is diluted by the melting ice cubes. To achieve great Iced coffee we recommend brewing in OVER ICE mode. Fill the tank ensuring the water level does not exceed the 20oz level.
  • Fill the brew basket with twice the amount of coffee you’d normally use for regular brewed coffee.
  • Brew into the carafe.
  • Once the brewing cycle is complete, transfer the coffee to a heatproof pitcher and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours or overnight. Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the coffee into the glasses, filling them to within 1.5″ (4cm) of the rim. Top each glass with cream, milk, syrups or sweeteners as desired.

NOTE If using granulated sugar as a sweetener, add while the coffee is hot to encourage the sugar to completely dissolve.

  • To avoid a diluted taste, you can also use regular-strength coffee and serve it over coffee ice cubes. Prepare coffee ice cubes by pouring cool coffee into ice-cube trays and freezing.

COLD BREW

Your Brewer will produce a maximum of 20oz of Cold Brew. Due to the long duration (typically 4-14 hours) of the brewing process we recommend setting the machine up overnight so the Cold Brew will be ready in the morning.

  1. Fill the tank with your desired volume of water ensuring this is below the COLD BREW line.
  2. Remove the basket, and ensure both the cone insert and mesh basket filter are removed. Add a large paper filter and then coffee at 2-3 times of regular ratio (approximately 12 scoops for 20oz). Reinsert the basket into the machine.
  3. Remove the lid from the carafe and re-insert it – the lid must not be on the carafe during the brewing process, alternatively, use another vessel.
  4. Navigate to the COLD BREW setting and press START|CANCEL. The machine will then begin brewing the water without the heating element. Once this is complete a countdown timer will display on the LCD indicating when the Cold Brew is finished. At this point the machine will automatically dispense the Cold Brew into the waiting carafe

NOTE Brew Time for Cold Brew can easily be adjusted to your preference, anywhere between 1min – 24hrs.

NOTE Do not add ice to the tank. Cold, chilled water should be added.

Care & Cleaning

Always turn the coffee machine off and remove the plug from the power outlet before cleaning.

CLEANING THE OUTER HOUSING

The outer housing and LCD screen can be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth. Apply cleaner to the cloth and not the LCD surface. Polish with a soft, dry cloth. Cleaning and drying with dry paper towels or abrasive cloths and cleaners may scratch the surface.

CLEANING THE COFFEE BASKET AND MESH BASKET FILTER

Remove the coffee basket. Discard any ground coffee and filter paper. The coffee basket and mesh basket filter can be rinsed under running water. Ensure the fine holes of the mesh basket filter are clear. For a deeper clean, wash the coffee basket and mesh basket filter in warm, soapy water with a soft bristled brush.

CAUTION The coffee basket, mesh basket or paper filter may still be very hot after brewing. Use caution and allow to cool before removing.

CLEANING THE CARAFE

After each use, empty the carafe. Do not let brewed coffee stand overnight as this can cause the carafe to stain. Rinse the carafe and carafe lid under warm running water. For a deeper clean, we recommend regularly washing the carafe in warm, soapy water using a soft bristled brush. Do not use abrasive cleansers, pads or cloths which can scratch the surface. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

CLEANING THE SHOWERHEAD

Simply wipe down the showerhead area periodically. However, if a more thorough clean is required, the Showerhead can be removed by unlocking the Showerhead Ring. Rotate clockwise then remove the Showerhead for cleaning. Once complete, reinstall the Showerhead.

DESCALING

After regular use, hard water can cause mineral build up in internal components, reducing the brewing flow, brewing temperature, power of the machine, and taste of the coffee. We recommend to descale regularly. When LCD shows “DESCALE” (flashing), descaling cycle is needed

NOTE It takes approximately 15 minutes to complete descaling cycle.

  1. Empty the tank. Prepare a descale solution in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Pour this solution into the empty water tank.
  2. Place the basket and the carafe into position under the drip stop outlet (Ensure the carafe is empty and the lid is securely locked).
  3. Press SELECT button for 3 seconds to start descaling cycle. LCD with show “dSL” for 1 second and then tell remaining time of descaling cycle.
  4. When the descaling process is finished, the LCD screen will go back to the main menu. To completely remove residual water in the tank, invert the machine and brew with fresh water twice. Discard the water from the carafe and rinse thoroughly

NOTE We recommend to brew through again after descaling to brew out the residue descale solution.
NOTE You cannot stop the descaling process mid cycle. Force stop by unplugging the cord from the power outlet.

FACTORY RESET

This is to reset the machine to the factory settings, including water hardness setting. Hold the START button, the SELECT button, and AUTO START button altogether for 3 seconds. When LCD shows “rES” (flashing), press SELECT button to start. Then next prompt asks “YES” or “no” to confirm. Rotate and press SELECT dial/ button.

Troubleshooting

  • Coffee too strong or weak
    The amount of coffee and water is not correct (1 spoon : 5oz/150ml cup).
    Check correct amount of coffee or water is used.
  • Coffee leaking from basket when removed
    The basket drip-stop seal doesn’t cover the gap properly due to foreign material.
    Check that there is no obstruction in the basket drip-stop seal. Wash out the basket seal by turning the basket upside down, and pressing down and rinsing into the seal to clear any particles obstructing that area.
  • Coffee overflowing from the basket (CAUTION: If the basket has overflowed remove slowly and with caution)
    The carafe is not inserted. If you are brewing with a carafe, check that the carafe is inserted.
    Amount of coffee and water is not correct (1 spoon: 5oz/150ml cup).
    Check that the correct amount of coffee and water is used for the operation.
    • Grind size is too fine.
    • Too much grinds in the basket.
      Correct grind size/amount.
    • No paper in the basket.
    • Putting paper into mesh basket filter.
      Use mesh basket filter without paper and other baskets with paper.
  • ‘FILL TANK’ on LCD screen
    The water tank is empty or not enough water to brew the selected volume. Open the lid and pour the desired amount of cold, preferably filtered water.
  • Sensors may be dirty
    While the tank is empty wipe the sensor prisms in the tank with a cloth.
  • Auto Start does not function
    Auto Start does not repeat after it has been activated. Re-engage the Auto Start mode for each time that it needs to be used.
  • Shows ‘CLOCK’ when Auto Start is pressed
    Current time should be set before setting Auto Start. Set the current time before using Auto Start.
  • Clock does not remember time
    Clock is cleared every time the unit is unplugged.
    Keep the unit plugged.
  • Auto Start starts at the wrong time
    Current time is not correct.
    Check that the current time is correct.
  • Carafe overfilling
    Carafe is not completely empty before brewing.
    Check that the carafe is empty before brewing.
    Amount of water is too much. Check that the MAX line on the water tank is not exceeded. Ensure water runs freely through carafe lid.
  • LCD shows ‘FILL TANK’ when there is water in the tank
    Check that the unit is not in direct sunlight or direct bright lighting. Move unit away from the light source.
  • Brew doesn’t start
    There is no water in the water tank. Check that the water tank is filled.
    Each brewing mode has different water amount limits, and it does not brew when the amount is beyond the limit. Check the water amount limits for each mode.
  • Showerhead falls out
    The showerhead may loosen and fall out from time to time if not inserted or tightened correctly Please wash the showerhead ring and seal and re-insert.
  • The mesh filter in the water tank loosens and floats
    The Mesh filter is not inserted or tightened correctly. Call Breville Consumer Support.
  • The carafe drip stop stays down
    The drip stop is stuck. Pull the drip stop back up. Clean the drip stop for any foreign objects of coffee grinds or stains. If the problem persists and drip stop does not return to top position please call Breville Consumer Support.
  • The unit produces excessive steam while brewing or runs for extended periods with only steam output
    Brewing performance is affected by scale accumulated by hard water. Descale the unit. Brewing temperature profile is not properly set. Call Breville Consumer Support if problem persists.
  • ‘DESCALE’ on the LCD screen (flashing)
    Brewing performance is affected by scale accumulated by hard water. Descale the unit.
  • Unit shows “too hot”
    Unit has been run too many times back to back and the components are overheated. Let unit rest for at least 20mins before starting another cycle.
  • Shows Err1, Err2, Err4, or Err5
    Internal system error. Unplug unit and let cool and retry. Call Breville Consumer Support if problem persists.
  • Shows Err6
    Tank is dirty or contaminated. Empty the water tank and clean all internal areas. Call Breville Consumer Support if problem persists.
  • Shows Err3
    The issue indicates an unstable power supply.

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Has anyone gotten this to work with demeyere atlantis/proline pans? they’re the best induction cookware you can buy, but don’t work on mine.

If you were talking about the control freak, I had a problem with demeyere pans as well. The first month it was frustrating because every time I went to cook something it was stressful wondering if it would recognize the induction cookware or not. A couple of months later and it always recognizes those pans. I don’t know if it learned, but when I called for support they didn’t have an answer (hi suggested they add an option to their fancy machine, that would allow us to control the sensitivity so it would recognize demeyere pans). I was 50-50 whether to return the control freak over this, but as I said somehow it recognizes the pans now. Oddly enough it has more difficulty recognizing the demeyere ATLANTIS specifically (over the lower cost demeyere).. I suspect it’s the thin outer layer of non-magnetic stainless steel (that is there because that stainless steel is more corrosion resistant.. makes the control freak freak out). Even this pan works now, because when it doesn’t I will lift it off the pan turn it off and on, and then turn the temperature knob slowly at first. I cannot explain why it was so troublesome in the beginning, and now is working good (and the product rep didn’t seem to know anything, or care, either).

How well does control simmer intensity? since only 3 intensity settings, seems like might not simmer @ 211f, boil over @ 213f, and who knows @ 212f.

The simmering is a struggle. When I make pasta, rice, or lentils, I’m usually too lazy to attach/clean the temperature probe.
Here is my method. I start with about 300 degrees. The Control Freak will go up to 250 or so degrees with water in it. 250 is the bottom of the pot not the water inside. It’ll usually stay there for a while until the water starts boiling. That’s quickly a violent boil. If I’d drop it to 212, the boil would die completely. Usually around 219-221 is the kind of boil that I like. But the temperature setting has to be slowly lowered to avoid the boil to die or overflow.
For lentils and brown rice, I’ve created programs. I found that it took experimenting to find the right simmer temperature to balance a fresh taste versus the lentils dissolving. I’ve also noticed that brown rice from different brands needs different temperatures. So I created separate programs for each brand. (I had to create spreadsheets to experimentwith different temperature and duration configurations to find the sweet spot.)
Note: The intensity setting is not really intensity. It’s simply how fast it tries to get to the target temperature. I usually always use the fastest pace. However, when I can’t overshoot a temperature, I’ll go to an intermediate temperature first. For example, depending on the case, I expect the Control Freak to overshoot by thirty degrees. So I’ll set the first temperature 30 degrees below the target. I won’t wait for the Control Freak to hit the intermediate target, but when it overshoots to near the actual target, I’ll bring the setting up to the target.

What kind of outlet do you need?

The electrical code requires all kitchen outlets be on a 20 amp circuit and a minimum of two 20 amp circuits for countertop plugs. This unit draws 1800 watts or 15amps. So as long as you are not brewing coffee or using the toaster on the same circuit you will be fine.

Is it available for 220V?

It is actually, but sold under Sage Commercial/Polyscience.

can it be modified for 220v? when ordering ?

No you can not-i do believe there is a 220v for outside the us use

Box size?

Delivered box was something like 14″x20″x30″ – don’t have it for reference anymore, but larger than I expected. The unit is stored directly in the fantastic traveling case in the box.

Is anyone having discoloration under the induction surface? Purchase this January 15 and used it about 5 times.

No … i have used it quite a lot, too.

The description says the maximum pan size is 10″ (26cm). What happens if you cook using a larger pan?

It’s outside of design parameters, so nobody knows unless someone tries it. Larger pot would be easier to tip over, and there may not be enough power to get the heat up. I can only guess, but I believe it would still work (if not exceeding the size by very much). You could try calling Breville if they would venture a guess, my guess is they won’t answer you because it might open them up to safety liability, and warranty issues.

If i understand correctly the stove has a thermometer, right?

There is a metal spring loaded thermometer in the center that touches the bottom of the pot. There is also a thermometer you plug in and then immerse in liquid (soup?), or maybe insert the thermometer probe into a pot roast, but I’m not sure on how to use it). I only know that the wired thermometer will give you more accurate temperature than reading the other thermometer that reads the temperature of the bottom of the pot.

125V or 208V? How many amps at that voltage at max power?

Neither. 120v 1800w. Works on 15a.

Reviews say no warranty for non-commercial use. breville’s website says all products have a 1 yr domestic warranty. so it is covered, no?

Here’s an update: as of today (11-dec-2021), the price has dropped to $1,199 on Amazon, and Williams-Sonoma, and More importantly, the warranty now says (in writing) “Warranty – 2 Year Limited, Home and Commercial Use Approved”. So it looks like this problem has been addressed, and they are hoping to get some holiday gift purchases. I don’t know how you get warranty service or what it entails, but at least it’s now clearly stated that home use is covered.

What is the cycle time for the inductive element? Is there an operating mode where the element is at less than full power?

Absolutely. You can set the intensity, as well as the exact temperature you want it to come up to and how fast you want it to arrive at that temperature. It really is a simple interface.

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