Breville Luxe Brewer Thermal Coffee Maker

Before first use, remove all labels and packaging. Wash the carafe, carafe lid, brew basket, cone filter basket insert, and mesh basket filter with warm soapy water using a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Press the carafe drip stop to confirm it moves freely up and down.

Fill the water tank with fresh cold water up to the Carafe Max mark and plug in the machine. The display will show 'SET HARDNESS.' Use the included water hardness test strip — dip it into a cup of your fill water for 1 second and wait one minute. Count the number of bars shown and rotate the SELECT dial to that setting, then press to confirm. If your water tests at 4 or 5 bars, switch to filtered water — high mineral content reduces filter life and can affect taste.

After setting water hardness, the machine displays 2:00 min. Press the SELECT dial once to run the initial flush cycle, which purges the system into the empty carafe. After flushing, the machine beeps and walks you through setting the time and temperature units (°F or °C). Once complete, the machine displays the brew modes and is ready.

Water filter installation: remove the filter and adapter from the packaging, soak the filter in cold water for 5 minutes, attach the adapter to the filter, and insert into the water tank. Replace the filter based on your water hardness setting — for hardness level 1, every 160 brew cycles; harder water requires more frequent replacement. The machine will alert you when replacement is due.

Carafe Brewing (2–12 cups)

For 2–8 cups: use the cone filter basket insert with a cone paper filter (not included — use a standard #4 cone filter). For 8–12 cups: use the flat bottom mesh basket filter or the brew basket with one of the included flat bottom paper filters. Fill the water tank to the marking corresponding to your desired volume — the machine brews all water in the tank, so fill only what you want to brew. Add ground coffee: approximately 1 level scoop (included) per 150ml (5 oz) of water, or 99g for a full 12-cup (1.8L) carafe. Lock the carafe lid and place the carafe under the drip stop. Rotate the SELECT dial to BREW and press to start.

Brew Modes

BREW: standard batch brew at Gold Cup water temperature (198–204°F). The machine automatically optimizes temperature and contact time. COLD BREW: brews up to 4 cups (600ml) of cold brew concentrate with adjustable steeping time from 30 minutes to 36 hours. CUSTOM: fine-tune bloom volume, bloom time, brew temperature, and flow rate for specific beans. DELAYED AUTO START: programs the machine to begin brewing at a preset time.

Custom Mode — My Brew

Custom mode lets you adjust four parameters. Bloom volume controls how much water is used for the initial bloom (wetting the grounds and allowing CO2 to escape). Bloom time controls how long the machine pauses before continuing the brew. Brew temperature is adjustable. Flow rate (Slow, Medium, Fast) controls how quickly water passes through the grounds. Light, floral, or fruity beans often benefit from a longer bloom and slightly higher temperature; earthy or dark roasts may prefer a faster flow and lower temperature.

Cold Brew

Fill the water tank to the Single Serve & Cold Brew max mark (not the Carafe max line). Add coarsely ground coffee to the brew basket — cold brew requires a coarser grind than hot brewing. Rotate the dial to COLD BREW and press. Set your steeping time (30 minutes to 36 hours). The machine steeps the grounds in cold water and then releases the brew into the carafe. Cold brew concentrate can be diluted 1:1 with cold water or milk before serving.

Filter Selection — Mesh vs. Paper

Paper filters (flat bottom or cone) produce a cleaner, clearer cup with no sediment. The mesh basket filter allows some fine particles through, producing more body and a small amount of sediment — this is normal. Never use both the mesh filter and a paper filter simultaneously.

Measuring Coffee

The included coffee scoop is calibrated for the Luxe Brewer — 1 level scoop per 150ml of water is the baseline ratio. Adjust to taste: more coffee for a bolder brew, less for a lighter brew. Never use espresso-ground coffee — the particle size is too fine for drip brewing and will cause the basket to overflow.

Thermal Carafe

The double-wall stainless steel thermal carafe keeps brewed coffee hot for up to 4 hours without a heating element, preserving flavor. Always ensure the carafe is completely empty before starting a new brew cycle — residual coffee causes overflow. Lock the carafe lid before pouring.

After Every Use

Remove and empty the brew basket and rinse under warm water. Wash the basket, cone filter insert, and mesh basket filter by hand with warm soapy water or on the top rack of the dishwasher. Rinse the carafe and carafe lid thoroughly — do not use abrasive cleaners inside the carafe. Wipe the machine exterior with a soft damp cloth.

Weekly — Showerhead and Basket Area

Unplug the machine. Remove the showerhead ring and showerhead screen and wash under warm water to clear coffee oils and mineral deposits. Dry and reinstall. Check the carafe drip stop seal at the bottom of the brew basket — wipe clean and ensure it moves freely.

Water Filter

Replace the water filter based on your hardness setting. The machine will alert you when the filter is due for replacement. Soak the new filter for 5 minutes, attach the adapter, and seat firmly in the tank. Keeping the filter fresh extends descaling intervals and maintains taste quality.

Descaling

The DESCALE alert will appear on the LCD when descaling is needed. Mineral buildup from hard water reduces brew temperature, flow rate, and flavor. Use a Breville-approved citric acid descaler or descaling solution — do not use vinegar. Follow the on-machine prompts through the full descaling cycle. After descaling, run at least one full flush cycle with fresh water before brewing coffee.

Coffee Basket Overflowing

Grind is too fine, too much coffee was added, or the wrong filter is being used for the volume. Ensure you are using a medium-coarse grind — never espresso-ground coffee. Check that the correct filter/basket combination is used: cone filter for 2–8 cups, flat bottom or mesh for 8+ cups. Do not use mesh filter and paper filter simultaneously.

Coffee Too Weak

Increase the amount of coffee — start with 1 level scoop per 150ml and adjust upward. Try a slightly finer grind (but not espresso fine). In Custom mode, increase bloom time and reduce flow rate to improve extraction.

Coffee Too Bitter

Reduce the coffee dose or use a slightly coarser grind. In Custom mode, lower brew temperature or increase flow rate. Ensure the machine has been descaled — mineral buildup can cause uneven temperature and over-extraction.

Machine Displaying 'DESCALE'

Run the descaling cycle immediately. Do not continue brewing through a descale alert — mineral buildup reduces brewing temperature and shortens component life.

Machine Displaying 'FILTER CHANGE'

Replace the water filter. Rinse the new filter for 5 minutes, attach the adapter, and seat in the tank. Reset the filter counter after replacement by following the on-machine prompts.

Brewing Slowly

Descaling is likely needed — mineral deposits restrict water flow. Run the descale cycle. Also check that the showerhead screen is not blocked with grounds residue.

Delayed Auto Start Not Working

Ensure the clock is set correctly. Check that the carafe is in place and the water tank is filled before setting the auto start. The machine will not start if it detects the carafe is missing or the basket is not properly seated.

Warranty and Support

The Breville Luxe Brewer carries a 2-year limited product warranty. For warranty service or support, call Breville at 1-866-BREVILLE (1-866-273-8455) or visit breville.com.