The Barista Express™ is equipped with a feature that allows for a dryer puck when it is removed after extraction. There is a small valve in the group head that sucks up a bit of the excess water. Unfortunately, with that water is coffee oils and possible grounds. In order to keep this valve working correctly and optimally, it is required it be cleaned periodically. The CLEAN ME light that comes on indicates when it is time to run this cleaning cycle.
Best and simplest explanation of steps to keep Barista working perfectly. I’ve used this video several times to maintain my Sage Baristas and they’re still going strong!
thanks for the video- for 10 years I had this model ( with the square coffee bean compartment on top) and doing this process the water comes down through the handle as if u make an espresso.( the little rubber thingy has a tiny hole) After that machine died after 10 years I bought a new machine (with the round coffee bean compartment on top) and I was completely irritated that in the cleaning mode no water came out “the usual way” and already thought something was wrong. Then I saw your video! Thanks again for taking the time making this video. BTW - I really love the cappuccino this machine makes- not any different from having one in Italy! really! and my last machine lasted 10 years- hope this one will be as durable as well!
Hello. I’m following your directions like I have in the past. This time when I hold down the two buttons on the right and the power button, nothing happens and the light go out. What happened? Please respond. Oh never mind, I did not remember machine had to be off.
Hi, thank you so much for sharing. This is definitely helpful. I followed your steps and it's easily done. :) one quick question - now when I finish the cleaning cycle, the "clean" light is still on, but it's not flashing. Do you happen to know what's wrong with it? Thank you in advance if you could address my concern.
Sometimes I have to do up to 3 backflushes, before the water comes out clean, and after that I always run a backflush without soap, just to make sure I don't get any soap/cleaner in my next cup.
If I use Líquid Dezcal Urnex, what Quantity I should use for the Tank. I don’t UNDERSTAND The instructions that Illustrate the URNEX Bottle. Please, Thank you!!!!
Thanks for the channel @hoon. I haven't gotten a barista express yet but hoping to in the next couple of weeks. Just out of curiosity, but what's your day job when you aren't making great coffee? No problem if you don't want to share.
@@HoonsCoffee Heh, sounds familiar. I had one other question. I am an owner os a small IT consulting company so I have lots of flexibility. My goal for a barista express is that when I have time I can make some good coffee. and when I have to run out to a client at 6am I can just make a quick doubleshot. I used to have a keurig which is fast and convenient but the coffee stinks. the BE seems a nice fit between being able to make good coffee when I have time and still a good espresso shot when I'm short on time. Would you agree?
@@acderath Once you got your coffee routine down, you can start to finish in 10 mins. If money is not an issue, take a look at Barista express pro as well.
Hi Hoon, great videos - thanks. I have an issue with my machine though - I followed the instructions to the letter but when I start the cleaning process (pressing all three buttons) the pressure builds up and within a few seconds after the water starts to flow through the portafilter and group head the arrow on the pressure gauge shoots up and there is a mini 'explosion'. Water then flows over the sides of the portafilter. If I leave the machine on the cleaning process (with the portafilter in place) water flows over the sides and makes a fabulous mess in the kitchen ! When making coffees, it's also started to do the same thing - pressure builds up and then there is a much smaller 'explosion' and water comes over the side of the portafilter. Any ideas ??? Thanks in advance. Haggis/Col
@@ExploringWithChristopher yep, it was a faulty O ring. I contacted Breville and they sent me a couple of replacements. Relatively easy to change - there are a couple of TH-cam videos that explain it. Seems to be a relatively common issue. Good luck.
I have tried this but when I push both shot buttons then the power button my machine just turns off. Anyone else had this issue? Not sure how I'm going to clean it now.
I was so confused the first time I tried this because there were no updated videos from breville with the hole-less rubber gasket. Glad you addressed that.
Thanks for making this! The manual we have seems to be for the older version and I was so confused when water didn’t come out of the portafilter. And it said it would take 10 secs of holding the button instead of 3ish
That's what brought me here. They printed the manual based on the old model but they did not update the instructions. I too was confused and thought I did something wrong. Glad I found this.
Hi Hoon, does your rubber cleaning pad have a hole in the middle or is it completely solid? I have Sage barista express and it has a small hole in the middle right below tablet and when I do the clean cycle, I'm having quite a mess from the front, tablet goes through portafilter outside (and some also from the back to the tray). Not sure if it's ok
Fore some reason, when I do the flush cycle (Barista pro), the water still comes out through the filter basket, not the back. So the water and cleanser appears to not be back flushing. I have it all set up as instructed. Breville support directed me to their support videos and none of those help. Thank you
Im a little bit confused. I found some tutorials were the water comes out from the Porta filter. On my Braville breast express not even a drop come out from the Porta filter. Is that normal?
Hoon, I have watched your videos and they are outstanding! I'm trying to clean my Breville, same model as the one in this video, but having problems I use the one cup double wall basket with the Amazon purchased Espresso Cleaning Disc for Select Breville Espresso Machines, Breville Accessories for Espresso Machine, 54mm Backflush Disc for Espresso Makers Comparable to Breville Part BES870XL/11.2 Rubber Disks--it looks the same as yours. I've followed all the steps in your video, but the rubber disc is not working properly as the water flows straight through the basket, and does not backflow. Suggestions? Thanks Don
Your videos are amazing! Thank you for these helpful tutorials. I was wondering if you have a list of what maintenance needs to be done weekly/monthly/yearly? There's a lot to know on maintenance for this machine, and I would greatly appreciate the help!
Hello friends. I have a question. The third time my portafilter exploded under the pressure and left a mess (coffee on the wall and furniture, everywhere) but I turned it well to the right in the direction of 'Lock'. Does anyone have experience with it? I see that the seal has already been used up a bit. Turning on new poetry is enough and clears the problem? Greetings to all
Is the back flush with tablets a separate process than Descaling? The guide doesn’t mention the difference between tablets and descaling powder at all for my new Breville Barista Express
The rubber of my breville rubber cleaning disc has hole in the middle. Water disposed from the front through the portafilter and also through the backflush. Is this normal?
Hi Hoon, you are a true Barista 🤗 I always refer to your videos!! Especially when it comes time to cleaning. You are A+ Keep doing what you’re doing 🤗 I was able to locate tabs on Amazon Canada, the only difference is the number on the right top label is E31. It’s different from the one you referred to. I Was wondering what this number means. You’re help would be appreciated. Thanks!!😊
Hoon, If you're Not a Qualified Breville Expert, MAYBE you Shouldn't be doing these videos. Because even This machine is Not an inexpensive piece of equipment. Speaking merely as a Barista owner who thinks your instruction is Not Quite Technical enough - I'm Sure you Mean well, but Not so sure how Much you Really Know about the Inner-workings of the machine, and lets face it, That's the Most Important Part of giving Instructions on Anything isn't it.
Watching this channel is similar to the advice you'd take from a friend or neighbour who has the same machine. It makes things a lot less daunting for me if ive seen Hoon run through the process first before i tackle whatever cleaning etc that needs to be done. I still follow Brevilles manuals when attempting the task. Keep doing the videos Hoon!!
I am not looking for technical machine inner workings rocket science speak that gets me ‘lost in the sauce.’ Just want to make good coffee! Your channel is awesome. Nothing like your clear tips and visuals to keep me on track. 😊 Thank you, Hoon, for posting great videos that answer so many of my BE questions. ☕️
Your some kind of Jurk if you cannot see what Hoon is doing and the value to most of his viewers. Keep to yourself would be great, and given your input as above, I would think you will not be visiting Hoon's site in the future.
The Barista Express™ is equipped with a feature that allows for a dryer puck when it is removed after extraction. There is a small valve in the group head that sucks up a bit of the excess water. Unfortunately, with that water is coffee oils and possible grounds. In order to keep this valve working correctly and optimally, it is required it be cleaned periodically. The CLEAN ME light that comes on indicates when it is time to run this cleaning cycle.
Best and simplest explanation of steps to keep Barista working perfectly. I’ve used this video several times to maintain my Sage Baristas and they’re still going strong!
Just wanted to say this video was EXTREMELY helpful! I just cleaned mine for the first time
Glad it helped!
thanks for the video- for 10 years I had this model ( with the square coffee bean compartment on top) and doing this process the water comes down through the handle as if u make an espresso.( the little rubber thingy has a tiny hole) After that machine died after 10 years I bought a new machine (with the round coffee bean compartment on top) and I was completely irritated that in the cleaning mode no water came out “the usual way” and already thought something was wrong. Then I saw your video! Thanks again for taking the time making this video. BTW - I really love the cappuccino this machine makes- not any different from having one in Italy! really! and my last machine lasted 10 years- hope this one will be as durable as well!
Small tip, If you use the spare basket you can use the edge of it to pry out the basket currently in your portafilter.
Great tip!
Or I find just get a sharp knife to pop it out from the groove
If u have the auto leveller that sage sometimes provide (razor tool) it works great to lever the basket out
Emmanuel Eboue yes! I use the razor tool also to pop it out, works perfectly since I find it useless otherwise
Not all heros wear capes😂🤙🏻
Excellent! Thanks for explaining that the dirty water would mostly be coming through the bottom tray, not from the espresso dispensing area! 👍
Thanks for the video. I watch this video every time I have to clean my Breville
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Thank you for this My book suggests I put a large container underneath the spout No mention of it filling the tray from the back Brilliant video 👍
Thanks. Your instructions are way better than Brevilles manual in Australia.
I just had to do this for my machine today. Thank you for posting!
Make sure clean the group head filter as well!
Great videos! I’ve seen others and keep looking for yours every time
Hello. I’m following your directions like I have in the past.
This time when I hold down the two buttons on the right and the power button, nothing happens and the light go out. What happened? Please respond. Oh never mind, I did not remember machine had to be off.
I have watched 4 videos today 11/6/22 and i really like them thank you
My pressure is not going up as high as yours during the cleaning process, any thoughts?
I’m just wondering if we could use powder and place it on the rubber cleaning pad instead of tablets? eg cafetto espresso clean powder
Hi, thank you so much for sharing. This is definitely helpful. I followed your steps and it's easily done. :) one quick question - now when I finish the cleaning cycle, the "clean" light is still on, but it's not flashing. Do you happen to know what's wrong with it? Thank you in advance if you could address my concern.
Sometimes I have to do up to 3 backflushes, before the water comes out clean, and after that I always run a backflush without soap, just to make sure I don't get any soap/cleaner in my next cup.
Great point!
If I use Líquid Dezcal Urnex, what Quantity I should use for the Tank. I don’t UNDERSTAND The instructions that Illustrate the URNEX Bottle. Please, Thank you!!!!
Hi! Steam rings from Breville have been sold out. Can you recommend one of the aftermarket seals?
Hi,how do you replace that white ring?
THANK YOU! I was watching older models I guess wondering why no water was coming out! Thank you for addressing the no water issue!
Glad I could help!
How often do you do this?
Thanks for the channel @hoon. I haven't gotten a barista express yet but hoping to in the next couple of weeks. Just out of curiosity, but what's your day job when you aren't making great coffee? No problem if you don't want to share.
I owned a small computer repair shop in Tucson. This is one man shop so I have a lot of flexibility in my schedule.
@@HoonsCoffee Heh, sounds familiar. I had one other question. I am an owner os a small IT consulting company so I have lots of flexibility. My goal for a barista express is that when I have time I can make some good coffee. and when I have to run out to a client at 6am I can just make a quick doubleshot. I used to have a keurig which is fast and convenient but the coffee stinks. the BE seems a nice fit between being able to make good coffee when I have time and still a good espresso shot when I'm short on time. Would you agree?
@@acderath Once you got your coffee routine down, you can start to finish in 10 mins. If money is not an issue, take a look at Barista express pro as well.
@@HoonsCoffee Thanks! I have looked at both. I struggle to justify the jump in price of the Pro.
@@acderath its true, its hard to justify the jump of price
Thank you 🙏
Hi Hoon, great videos - thanks. I have an issue with my machine though - I followed the instructions to the letter but when I start the cleaning process (pressing all three buttons) the pressure builds up and within a few seconds after the water starts to flow through the portafilter and group head the arrow on the pressure gauge shoots up and there is a mini 'explosion'. Water then flows over the sides of the portafilter. If I leave the machine on the cleaning process (with the portafilter in place) water flows over the sides and makes a fabulous mess in the kitchen ! When making coffees, it's also started to do the same thing - pressure builds up and then there is a much smaller 'explosion' and water comes over the side of the portafilter. Any ideas ??? Thanks in advance. Haggis/Col
you figure it out? im having the same issue
@@ExploringWithChristopher yep, it was a faulty O ring. I contacted Breville and they sent me a couple of replacements. Relatively easy to change - there are a couple of TH-cam videos that explain it. Seems to be a relatively common issue. Good luck.
@@ExploringWithChristopher th-cam.com/video/Yx54WTgRNqY/w-d-xo.html
How do you know when to replace that ring? Is it when the portafilter won’t sit in the group head or is too loose?
i do once a year.
Question. For the plastic gray thing that you put in the to host the cleaning tablet? Where do you get that? Thank you
Here is link to Amazon amzn.to/31JK1xp. Also, you can it from Breville www.breville.com/us/en/parts-accessories/parts/sp0001517.html
Hello, does the rubber disk comes with the expresso maker or you had to buy it separately?
It does comes with it but you can get it from the Breville website. Much cheaper than Amazon.
can you clean it temporarily without tablet?" if you don't have on the spot"
Should be fine.
Thanks, very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
I did all this (twice) and the CLEAN ME light is still on? Has anyone else ever experienced this and if so what was the next step?
Is your light blinking or solid?
@@HoonsCoffee Solid
@@TropicalZooms solid light refers to the descaling part. This video is for the cleaning part of the portafilter
@@zhiwu8877 Thank you. I ended up Descaling the machine and the light finally went off. Thanks for your replying. 😀👍
How do I get the back off of my Breville express pro?
That is a great question. Personally I wouldn't mess with removing any parts of coffee machine. Except grinder or replacing steam ring.
I have tried this but when I push both shot buttons then the power button my machine just turns off. Anyone else had this issue? Not sure how I'm going to clean it now.
hey!!! I have the same issue here.. how did you get this issue resolved?
I was so confused the first time I tried this because there were no updated videos from breville with the hole-less rubber gasket. Glad you addressed that.
Great to hear!
I’ve only had my machine for just over a month, and make 1 or 2 espressos a day. It’ll probably be a while before I need to clean it like this.
Thanks for making this! The manual we have seems to be for the older version and I was so confused when water didn’t come out of the portafilter. And it said it would take 10 secs of holding the button instead of 3ish
That's what brought me here. They printed the manual based on the old model but they did not update the instructions. I too was confused and thought I did something wrong. Glad I found this.
Thanks for the video, much more useful then the original Sage video's 👍
Hi Hoon, does your rubber cleaning pad have a hole in the middle or is it completely solid? I have Sage barista express and it has a small hole in the middle right below tablet and when I do the clean cycle, I'm having quite a mess from the front, tablet goes through portafilter outside (and some also from the back to the tray). Not sure if it's ok
Mine too!
Fore some reason, when I do the flush cycle (Barista pro), the water still comes out through the filter basket, not the back. So the water and cleanser appears to not be back flushing. I have it all set up as instructed. Breville support directed me to their support videos and none of those help. Thank you
My machine is an older model and only runs for about 10 seconds when I push to clean so I just repeated steps till tablet was dissolved
Your video is very helpful. I've done descaling for my dad's Breville
Can I do it without the rubber cleaning disc?
Nice❤
Im a little bit confused. I found some tutorials were the water comes out from the Porta filter. On my Braville breast express not even a drop come out from the Porta filter. Is that normal?
It is normal,
Thank you for the video guide. It is my second time watching your channel for this purpose!
Hoon, I have watched your videos and they are outstanding! I'm trying to clean my Breville, same model as the one in this video, but having problems I use the one cup double wall basket with the Amazon purchased Espresso Cleaning Disc for Select Breville Espresso Machines, Breville Accessories for Espresso Machine, 54mm Backflush Disc for Espresso Makers Comparable to Breville Part BES870XL/11.2 Rubber Disks--it looks the same as yours. I've followed all the steps in your video, but the rubber disc is not working properly as the water flows straight through the basket, and does not backflow. Suggestions? Thanks Don
Your videos are amazing! Thank you for these helpful tutorials. I was wondering if you have a list of what maintenance needs to be done weekly/monthly/yearly? There's a lot to know on maintenance for this machine, and I would greatly appreciate the help!
Hello friends. I have a question. The third time my portafilter exploded under the pressure and left a mess (coffee on the wall and furniture, everywhere) but I turned it well to the right in the direction of 'Lock'.
Does anyone have experience with it? I see that the seal has already been used up a bit. Turning on new poetry is enough and clears the problem?
Greetings to all
Is the back flush with tablets a separate process than Descaling? The guide doesn’t mention the difference between tablets and descaling powder at all for my new Breville Barista Express
Danke mein Freund
You are the best Hoon! Thank you so much for making this video...Easy way to clean my espresso machine. God bless you!
Is it matter single wall or double wall basket?
No. But I usually use double when I clean.
The rubber of my breville rubber cleaning disc has hole in the middle. Water disposed from the front through the portafilter and also through the backflush. Is this normal?
It's fine. I think you have different model than mine.
@@HoonsCoffeeok, thanks much.
hello, how often you replace the water filter? i think the filter must stay longer than 3 month.
thx for answer :)
Quick and easy tutorial with extra considerations such as the steam ring replacement. Thank you!
Glad it helped!
Thank you so much for your help you really help me out a lot!!🙏🏼💕
Thank you for this. It was easy to follow and a big help.
He long do you change the new group head ring? Thanks
A great help, so appreciate your videos
thank you
Wtf Hoon, yesterday I did the descaling and clean me process too hahaha
감사합니다!! 많은 도움이 되었어요!!
Just right time! Mine is blinking and I didn’t have time to read the instructions how to clean it
Thanks Hoon!
Glad I could help! I don't like to read the instruction either.
Hi Hoon, you are a true Barista 🤗 I always refer to your videos!! Especially when it comes time to cleaning. You are A+
Keep doing what you’re doing 🤗
I was able to locate tabs on Amazon Canada, the only difference is the number on the right top label is E31. It’s different from the one you referred to. I Was wondering what this number means. You’re help would be appreciated. Thanks!!😊
Just Googled it and found: The difference between these tablets is size. The E16 is a smaller sized tablet than the E31. Please disregard, thanks.
Thank you so much for watching!
Thanks. I'm the owner of a new machine and your film helped me complete my first clean.
Glad I could help!
thanks for your video. it helped me a lot. Regards.
Glad it helped
Excellent video Hoon. Thanks for the great channel!
Thank you kindly!
Thank you Hoon this really helped!
Glad it helped!
Do you do a few rinses through the group head with no coffee in the basket afterwards?
I always do that, just to make sure I don't get any leftovers in my coffee, about 2-4 rinses.
Yes I do!
How often must clean the machine?
I clean it whenever light comes on.
So helpful, thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Very helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
Hoon, If you're Not a Qualified Breville Expert, MAYBE you Shouldn't be doing these videos. Because even This machine is Not an inexpensive piece of equipment. Speaking merely as a Barista owner who thinks your instruction is Not Quite Technical enough - I'm Sure you Mean well, but Not so sure how Much you Really Know about the Inner-workings of the machine, and lets face it, That's the Most Important Part of giving Instructions on Anything isn't it.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
Watching this channel is similar to the advice you'd take from a friend or neighbour who has the same machine. It makes things a lot less daunting for me if ive seen Hoon run through the process first before i tackle whatever cleaning etc that needs to be done. I still follow Brevilles manuals when attempting the task. Keep doing the videos Hoon!!
I am not looking for technical machine inner workings rocket science speak that gets me ‘lost in the sauce.’ Just want to make good coffee! Your channel is awesome.
Nothing like your clear tips and visuals to keep me on track. 😊
Thank you, Hoon, for posting great videos that answer so many of my BE questions. ☕️
Your some kind of Jurk if you cannot see what Hoon is doing and the value to most of his viewers. Keep to yourself would be great, and given your input as above, I would think you will not be visiting Hoon's site in the future.