Rinse the drip tray and clean visible debris from the side containers weekly or as often as needed. When you want to clean your Nespresso machine, think of caring for each part individually. Here’s how to clean each of the main parts: The best way to descale your Nespresso® machine is by using a descaling tablet (either an original from Nespresso® or a cheaper alternative). Dissolve the tablet in fresh water in the filled water tank, insert the water tank in the machine and start the descaling program. Your Nespresso machine is making strange noises. It usually becomes louder and needs more time to start pouring. Read on to find out which capsules impressed our expert tasters and which you should leave on the shelf.

Don’t leave the used capsule in the holder; open and close the lid to drop the used capsule into the container for trash. If you leave the old capsule in the machine head, you’ll get more coffee residue in your cup (I learned this the hard way). A cleaning cycle rinses the machine of leftover coffee grounds and residue. It’s an easy way to clean your machine without doing any actual work. Tip: note how many pods your case holds and make a judgement based on that, for example, you may have to run through it twice before cleaning. The hardness of the water in Denmark means that our coffee machines and kettles often become calcified. So remember to descale it at least every 3 months - depending on how much you use it, of course. Clean your Nespresso® coffee machine the NU way by simply inserting the Cleaning Capsule just like a coffee capsule. At the press of a button, the capsule releases a unique foaming action into the brewing chamber that gets rid of all residue build-up in just 2 minutes. The ingredient inside the cleaning capsule is made from biodegradable and organic materials, making your Nespresso® coffee machine as good as NU and your coffee taste fresher than ever.For more information about the benefits of the product, please visit www.caffenu.com. QUALITY & COMPATIBILITY In the beginning it was only possible to make coffee with the original Nespresso® pods in the Nespresso® machine. Today there are plenty of cheaper alternatives - compatible pods. If you are looking for a coffee with an intense and sweet taste, choose dark-roasted Arabica beans. If, on the other hand, you prefer coffee with a bit of acidity, a blend of lightly roasted Arabica and Robusta beans is the right choice for you. You should clean your Nespresso machine to keep it running smoothly for a long time and to ensure you have the best-tasting coffee. Wipe down the machine’s exterior and clean the water tank, drip tray, and capsule container at least a few times a week. You should also descale the machine every three months, or as soon as you notice differences in coffee taste.

There are many benefits to buying Nespresso® compatible pods. First of all, you will usually be able to save a lot of money because they are cheaper than the original pods. You also have the opportunity to try many different flavours from different coffee producers and find your own favourite. Because almost all the heaters in your machine are made of aluminium, they will be etched by vinegar. Vinegar is also insufficiently effective against limescale. Maintenance of Nespresso® machine When it comes time to clean, just refill the reservoir and run the cycle after you’ve made your morning coffee. It’s automatic and hands off, so no reason to dread! With just a few simple steps every couple of months, you can keep your Nespresso in top shape and enjoy delicious cups of coffee for years to come! Cleaning does more than just improve flavor; regular maintenance helps extend the life of your appliance too! So take some time out today to give your machine some TLC – you’ll be glad you did! Tips for cleaning your coffee makerMost) Nespresso Vertuo have an automatic descaling system that will alert you when they need attention—the orange indicator light comes on when this happens. The descaling cycle can be activated in just a few steps: first, fill up the water tank with fresh tap water (though filtered or bottled water is recommended – not soapy water). Next, open the capsule container lid at the top of your machine and press the button for “descale” until you hear a beep; at this point, close the lid and press start. Once finished, discard any remaining water in the container and run two more cycles without adding any additional ingredients or capsules—this will ensure that all residue is removed from inside your machine.