Breville Ikon BES400 User Manual

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Model BES400 Issue 1/06
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Ikon
®
Espresso Machine
Model BES400
Instructions for use
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Ikon is a trademark of Breville Pty. Ltd.
Due to continual improvements in design or otherwise, the product you
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Breville Ikon BES400 Specifications

General

Brand	Breville
Model	Ikon BES400
Category	Coffee Maker
Language	English

Summary

Safety First for Your Breville Espresso Machine

Important Safeguards for Breville Ikon Espresso Machine

General safety precautions for operating the espresso machine.

Key Electrical Appliance Safety Measures

Essential safety guidelines for general electrical appliance usage.

Understanding Your Breville Ikon Espresso Machine

Assembling the Breville Ikon Espresso Machine

Step-by-step guide on how to assemble the espresso machine after unpacking.

Operating Your Breville Ikon Espresso Machine

Priming and Initial Preparation

Covers machine priming, water tank filling, and coffee preparation steps.

Brewing Coffee and Frothing Milk

Detailed instructions on brewing coffee, using the pre-brew function, and frothing milk.

Post-Brewing Cleaning Steps

Instructions for emptying and cleaning the filter holder after brewing.

Tips for Making Great Coffee

Optimizing Coffee Extraction and Water Flow

Tips for optimal flavour, extraction volume, and water flow.

Choosing the Correct Coffee Grind

Guidance on selecting the correct coffee grind for espresso machines.

Proper Coffee Tamping Technique

Advice on the correct tamping pressure for ideal coffee extraction.

Care and Cleaning Procedures

Cleaning Key Machine Components

Instructions for cleaning steam wand, filters, brewing head, and shower head.

Cleaning External Surfaces and Trays

Guide for cleaning the outer housing, cup tray, drip tray, and storage tray.

Machine Decalcification Process

Process for removing mineral build-up to maintain machine performance.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Exploring Coffee Drink Recipes