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A guide to setting up your espresso machine
Let's take a look at the setup and first use of the Dual Boiler.
Let's take a look at the setup and first use of the Dual Boiler.
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Let's take a look at the setup and first use of the Dual Boiler.
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Enjoying third wave specialty coffee is made possible using the Four Keys formula, found inside every Breville espresso machine, just like this one.
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Full bodied espresso with rich and complex flavors is created using the ideal dose of 18 to 22 grams of freshly ground beans.
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With the brew water temperature delivered at precisely 200 degrees Fahrenheit, just like a commercial machine, you'll also need the right pressure during the extraction.
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And this time, bigger is definitely not better. We start with low pressure pre-infusion, followed by a high pressure 9 bar extraction process delivered via our 15 bar Italian pump and an overpressure valve.
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And last but not least, powerful steam pressure at 260 degrees Fahrenheit is essential for creating shiny, silky microphone that has a rich, velvety mouthfeel.
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Without microphone, latte art is impossible. Right, now let's wash all the parts and accessories and dry thoroughly before use.
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Put the filter in water for 5 minutes.
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Set the new filter to the current month. Pop it into the filter holder.
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Fit the holder snugly into the bottom of the tank and fill with cold water.
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Check your water hardness by dipping this test strip into the water tank.
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You'll use this info shortly. Now place the water tank into the machine.
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Choose the right filter basket for the coffee you're making. Use a 2 cup filter basket when making 2 coffees or when you want a stronger coffee.
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On the other hand, if you are making a single cup or a weaker coffee, use the 1 cup filter basket.
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You might have noticed there are both single and dual wall filter baskets with your machine.
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When your coffee beans are at their peak of 5 to 30 days out of roast, use the single wall filter basket.
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But if they're older than 30 days or the bag has a best before or use by date, use the dual wall filter basket.
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Now let's power it up. Press the power button to switch the machine on.
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A pumping sound will be heard, indicating that the empty boilers are being filled with water for the first time.
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The power button will flash and the LCD screen will display the current espresso boiler temperature.
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When the machine has reached the operating temperature, the power button light will stop flashing and the manual, 1 cup and 2 cup buttons will be illuminated.
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When prompted, enter the result from the water hardness test strip so the machine automatically alerts you when to descale or change the filter.
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Now the machine is set up, you're ready to make your first coffee.