4.2

Out of 4 Ratings

Owner's of the Breville Coffeemaker BES840XL gave it a score of 4.2 out of 5. Here's how the scores stacked up:
  • Reliability

    4.25 out of 5
  • Durability

    4.0 out of 5
  • Maintenance

    4.25 out of 5
  • Performance

    4.0 out of 5
  • Ease of Use

    4.5 out of 5
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Pulsing/pumping
sound while
extracting espresso
or steaming milk.
The machine is carrying
out the normal operation
of the 15 bar Italian
pump.
Water tank is empty. Fill tank.
Water tank is not fully
inserted and locked into
position.
Push water tank down
completely to lock into place.
Water leaking.
Auto purge feature.
Water is automatically
released into the
drip tray after the
steam and hot water
functions to ensure the
thermocoil is at the
optimal temperature for
extracting espresso.
Ensure the drip tray is firmly
pushed in place after using the
steam and hot water functions.
Water tank is not fully
inserted and locked into
position.
Push water tank down
completely to lock into place.
The silicone seal
surrounding the shower
screen needs to be
replaced to ensure the
portafiler is properly
secured into the group
head.
Refer to “Using the Allen Key”,
page 26.
Machine is On but
ceases to operate
The safety thermal-cut
out may have activated
due to the pump
overheating.
Turn the machine Off and
allow to cool for about 30-60
minutes.
If problem persists, call Breville
Consumer Service on:
1-866-273-8455 (USA)
1-855-683-3535 (Canada).