Breville Barista Touch Espresso Machine BES880BSS User Manual

Product Overview

The Breville Barista Touch is an advanced espresso machine designed to deliver third wave specialty coffee at home. It features an intuitive touchscreen interface, integrated conical burr grinder, and automatic milk texturing for a seamless coffee experience.

Figure 1: Front view of the Breville Barista Touch Espresso Machine, showcasing its sleek design and touchscreen display.

Setup and First Use

1. Unpacking and Placement

Carefully remove all packaging materials and place the machine on a flat, stable, and level surface. Ensure there is adequate space around the machine for ventilation and access to the water tank and bean hopper.

Figure 2: The Breville Barista Touch positioned on a kitchen counter, demonstrating its compact footprint suitable for home use.

2. Water Tank and Filter Installation

Remove the water tank from the back of the machine. Install the ClaroSwiss water filter into the filter holder inside the tank. Fill the tank with fresh, cold water up to the MAX line and securely place it back into the machine.

3. Bean Hopper Installation

Place the bean hopper on top of the machine, aligning it with the grinding collar. Rotate the hopper clockwise until it locks into position. Fill the hopper with fresh whole coffee beans.

4. Initial Power On and Setup

Plug the machine into a grounded power outlet. Press the POWER button. The touchscreen will guide you through the initial setup process, including selecting your language and setting water hardness. Follow the on-screen prompts for the first use cycle, which primes the machine.

Operating Instructions

1. Touchscreen Navigation

The intuitive touchscreen allows you to select from pre-programmed coffee drinks or customize your own. Swipe left or right to browse drink options such as Espresso, Americano, Latte, Flat White, and Cappuccino. Tap on a drink to select it.

Figure 3: Close-up of the Breville Barista Touch touchscreen, showing various drink selections and the "Swipe and select" prompt.

2. Grinding and Dosing

Insert the 54mm portafilter into the grinding cradle. The machine features an integrated precision conical burr grinder with dose control. The touchscreen will guide you to select the grind size and dose. The machine will automatically grind the precise amount of coffee directly into the portafilter.

Figure 4: The machine's integrated grinder dispensing freshly ground coffee into the portafilter, ready for tamping.

3. Tamping

After grinding, use the integrated tamper to compress the ground coffee firmly and evenly in the portafilter. This creates a consistent puck for optimal extraction.

Figure 5: A hand using the integrated tamper to press down on the ground coffee in the 54mm portafilter, ensuring a compact puck.

4. Espresso Extraction

Insert the tamped portafilter into the group head and lock it into place. Place your cup(s) under the spouts. The innovative ThermoJet heating system achieves the optimum extraction temperature in 3 seconds. Low pressure pre-infusion gradually increases pressure, followed by precise digital temperature control (PID) for balanced extraction.

5. Automatic Microfoam Milk Texturing

For milk-based drinks, place the milk jug with cold milk under the auto steam wand. The machine will automatically texture the milk to your desired temperature and texture, creating barista-quality microfoam essential for latte art and enhanced flavor.

Figure 6: The automatic steam wand frothing milk in a stainless steel jug, producing silky smooth microfoam.

6. Customizing and Saving Drinks

The touchscreen allows you to easily adjust coffee strength, milk texture, and temperature. You can create and save up to 8 personalized coffee settings for quick access to your favorite beverages.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Regular cleaning and maintenance are crucial for the longevity and optimal performance of your Breville Barista Touch.

1. Daily Cleaning

• Portafilter and Filter Baskets: After each use, remove the portafilter and discard the coffee puck. Rinse the portafilter and filter baskets under hot water.
• Steam Wand: Immediately after texturing milk, wipe the steam wand with a damp cloth. The machine will perform an automatic purge to clear any milk residue.
• Drip Tray: Empty and clean the drip tray daily or when the "EMPTY ME!" indicator appears.

2. Weekly Cleaning

• Group Head: Perform a backflush cycle using a cleaning tablet and the blind filter basket as instructed by the machine's display.
• Grinder Burrs: Clean the grinder burrs periodically to prevent buildup and ensure consistent grinding. Refer to the full user manual for detailed instructions.

3. Descaling

The machine will prompt you when descaling is required. Follow the on-screen instructions and use a descaling solution specifically designed for espresso machines. Regular descaling prevents mineral buildup and maintains heating efficiency.

4. Water Filter Replacement

Replace the ClaroSwiss water filter every 3 months or as prompted by the machine to ensure optimal water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.

Figure 7: A display of the included accessories, such as the cleaning kit, descaler, and ClaroSwiss water filter, essential for machine maintenance.

Troubleshooting

This section addresses common issues you might encounter. For more detailed troubleshooting, please refer to the comprehensive user manual available online.

Specifications

• Brand: Breville
• Model Name: Barista Touch
• Model Number: BES880BSS
• Color: Brushed Stainless Steel
• Product Dimensions: 12.7"D x 15.5"W x 16"H
• Item Weight: 21.8 pounds
• Voltage: 110 to 120 Volts
• Power: 1680 Watts
• Water Tank Capacity: 67 oz
• Bean Hopper Capacity: 1/2 lb
• Operation Mode: Fully Automatic
• Special Features: Programmable, Integrated Coffee Grinder, Water Filter, Touchscreen

Figure 8: Diagram illustrating the product dimensions (Height, Width, Depth) of the Breville Barista Touch.

Warranty Information

The Breville Barista Touch Espresso Machine BES880BSS comes with a 2 Year Limited Product Warranty. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims. For full terms and conditions, refer to the warranty documentation included with your product or visit the official Breville website.

Support and Contact

For further assistance, detailed instructions, or to contact customer support, please refer to the official user manual PDF available for download. You can also visit the Breville support website for FAQs and contact information.

Official User Manual (PDF): Download Here

For direct support, please visit the Breville website or contact their customer service line as provided in your product documentation.