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General| Product Type | Coffee Maker |
|---|---|
| Model | VCF152X |
| Brand | Breville |
| Capacity | 12 cups |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Type | Drip Coffee Maker |
| Voltage | 120V |
| Wattage | 1000W |
| Water Tank Capacity | 60 oz |
Overview of the removable bean hopper, illuminated grind area, drip tray, water reservoir, and other physical parts.
Explanation of the LED display, buttons, dial functions, and indicator lights for operation and status.
Details on the 3-way system for accurate and stable water temperature for optimal espresso extraction.
Information on the on-demand grinding technology and precise coffee ground measurement for 1 and 2 shot dosage.
Description of the commercial-sized 58mm group head and handle for even extraction and tamping.
Explanation of automatic shot volumes, volumetric control, and customisable extraction temperature.
Steps for removing packaging, positioning the machine, washing parts, and installing grinder components.
Instructions for filling the water reservoir, inserting the group handle, and priming the espresso machine.
Guidance on checking water/beans, starting the machine, warming cups, and selecting filter baskets.
Detailed steps for filling coffee grinds, tamping, inserting the handle, extraction, and removing the coffee cake.
Instructions for preparing milk, texturing techniques, and finishing touches for microfoam.
Procedures for purging the steam wand, washing parts, and cleaning the drip tray after use.
Advice on selecting coffee beans and adjusting grind settings for optimal espresso extraction.
Information on using single and dual wall filter baskets and achieving correct grind dosage and tamp force.
Understanding extraction time, flow, and identifying under or over extraction based on visual cues.
Guide to evaluating espresso colour, adjusting grind size, and applying correct tamp force for optimal results.
Steps for filling the milk jug, warming up the steam wand, positioning, and achieving desired milk temperature.
Methods for creating microfoam, purging the wand, wiping, swirling, and pouring textured milk.
Descriptions of espresso, ristretto, long black, con panna, and macchiato preparations.
Details on preparing flat white, latte, cappuccino, mocha, and babyccino beverages.
Instructions for setting default and custom shot volumes for one cup, two cups, and manual pours.
Procedure to reset all custom shot volumes back to the machine's factory defaults.
Guide to adjusting water temperature between 88°C-96°C and accessing the custom mode.
How to choose between Gentle, Distinct, and Constant pre-infusion profiles and confirm the selection.
Procedure to reset all custom settings, including pre-infusion profiles, to factory defaults.
Instructions for cleaning the drip tray, group handle, filter baskets, shower head, and using cleaning tablets.
Steps for performing a cleaning cycle and maintaining the group head silicone seal.
Procedures for cleaning the grinding cradle, grind outlet, and the bean hopper for optimal performance.
Instructions for cleaning burrs, the grind chamber, and correctly reassembling the grinder parts.
Steps for preparing the descaling solution, checking power, and accessing the descaling cycle.
Detailed procedure for running the descaling cycle, purging, and cleaning the machine afterwards.
Solutions for common problems like tight group handle, cold espresso, and extraction trickling.
Troubleshooting tips for no espresso, dripping, thin crema, incorrect shot volumes, and bitter taste.
Addressing issues such as wet coffee cake, uneven pouring, pump noise, and water leaks.
Solutions for cold milk, no steam, noisy steam wand, and insufficient foam production.
Diagnosing issues with under-extracted espresso, no grinds, coarse grinds, and grinder display feedback.
Guidance on resolving problems with bean hopper seating, burr alignment, and grind setting adjustments.
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