The others are the grinder, the espresso machine and the barista. While the degree and the selection of roast is a personal preference, correctly roasted and rested coffee beans produce espresso with much more taste, flavor and body than beans that are pre-ground. Pre-ground beans deteriorate rapidly and over time produces thin flat espresso that has a light and small amount of crema. Jason Chan Melbourne (Australia) Barista of the Year 2005 With this in mind, The Barista Express was developed with an integrated grinder. By grinding only the required amount of beans when needed, it ensures the grounds are fresh for a richer, creamier espresso. 3 CONTENTS CONTENTS Getting to know your machine 5 Breville Recommends Safety First 7 Features of your Breville Barista Express 11 Know your Breville Barista Express 14 Before First Use 15 Assembling your Breville Barista Express 18 Espresso Variations 22 Recipe Inspirations 4 BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST 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. Basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR YOUR BREVILLE BARISTA EXPRESS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS ... Carefully read all instructions before operating and save for future reference. ... Remove and safely discard any packaging material and promotional labels or stickers before using The Barista Express for the first time. ... To eliminate a choking hazard for young children, remove and safely discard the protective cover fitted to the power plug of this appliance. ... Do not place The Barista Express near the edge of a bench or table during operation. Ensure the surface is level, clean and free of water and other substances. ... Do not use The Barista Express on a sink drain board. ... Do not place The Barista Express on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or where it could touch a heated oven. ... Always ensure The Barista Express is properly assembled before connecting to power outlet and operating. Follow the instructions provided in this book. ... The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system. ... Do not use attachments other than those provided with The Barista Express. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Breville may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons. ... Do not attempt to operate The Barista Express by any method other than those described in this book. ... Do not operate the grinder without the hopper lid in position. Keep fingers, hands, hair, clothing and utensils away from the hopper during operation. Avoid contacting moving parts. ... Use only cold, tap water in the water tank. Do no use any other liquid. ... Never use The Barista Express without water in the water tank. ... Ensure the portafilter is firmly inserted and secured into the brewing head before using the machine. ... Never remove the portafilter during the brewing operation as the machine is under pressure. ... Do not move The Barista Express whilst in operation. ... Do not leave The Barista Express unattended when in use. ... Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Allow The Barista Express to cool down before moving or cleaning any parts. ... Do not place anything, other than cups for warming, on top of the The Barista Express. ... Always switch off The Barista Express by pressing the POWER button to ‘Off’ and unplug if appliance is to be left unattended, if not in use, before cleaning, before attempting to move the appliance, disassembling, assembling and when storing the appliance. ... Keep the appliance and accessories clean. Follow the cleaning instructions provided in this book. ... Do not operate The Barista Express with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Immediately cease use and call Breville Customer Service at 1-866-BREVILLE for examination, repair or adjustment. 5 BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST (continued) BREVILLE RECOMMENDS SAFETY FIRST (continued) IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES ... Unwind the power cord fully before use. ... Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a bench or table, touch hot surfaces, or become knotted. ... To protect against electric shock do not immerse power cord, power plug or appliance in water or any other substance. ... This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. ... Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance. ... The Barista Express has a short cord as a safet...