Nespresso Vertuo Next Descaling Guide: Step-by-Step cleaning tutorial
Limescale buildup can damage your Nespresso Vertuo Next.
Regular descaling is crucial to maintain coffee quality and machine longevity.
Neglecting maintenance may lead to expensive repairs and subpar coffee, compromising your experience. Nespresso recommends descaling every 3 months or 300 capsules, whichever comes first, using their own descaling solution for optimal results.
Let's begin the descaling process.
What you’ll need: Nespresso Descaling Kit
Preparing Your Machine
Before initiating the descaling procedure, ensure that your Nespresso Vertuo Next is plugged in and fully functional. Begin by emptying the capsule container and drip tray, then securely place them back onto the machine, readying it for the subsequent steps.
Emptying Components
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Commence by emptying the capsule container and the drip tray, ensuring both are entirely empty.
A clean drip tray prevents water overflow and keeps your machine hygienic and operational.
Once emptied, these components can be securely reinserted into the machine, ensuring they are correctly aligned. This step is fundamental before proceeding with the descaling process to avoid any residue build-up.
Reinsertion of emptied components creates a seamless setup—offering a foundational step that promotes efficient functioning and prolongs the lifespan of your Nespresso Vertuo Next.
Adding Descaling Solution
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Begin by carefully filling the water tank with one packet of Nespresso descaling solution, ensuring accuracy. The descaling solution is specifically formulated by Nespresso to provide optimal results without damaging internal components.
Ensure that you avoid alternative descalers such as vinegar, which can cause harm to the machine's inner workings.
Following the inclusion of the descaling solution, carefully add 17 ounces of water to the tank, making sure it is mixed thoroughly.
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The mixture is now ready for use, as it will travel through the machine, dissolving calcium build-up and other residues.
This precise combination of water and descaling solution ensures efficient cleaning without compromising your Nespresso machine’s integrity, safeguarding its longevity and functionality.
Finally, take a moment to verify that the mixture is properly prepared before proceeding to the next step of the descaling process.
Entering Descaling Mode
To initiate the descaling procedure, close the machine head and then unlock the lever. Press and hold the button until the steady light turns off and starts blinking orange rapidly, which should take approximately 7 seconds. Quickly lock the lever, then return it to the front to unlock. Press and hold the button again until the light turns off and blinks orange rapidly once more. These steps must be completed within a 45-second timeframe to successfully enter descaling mode.
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Activating Mode
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Activating the descaling mode involves precise and sequential steps, ensuring the machine enters the necessary state for maintenance.
First, ensure that the machine head is closed and the lever is unlocked. This configuration is critical for the subsequent steps in activating the descaling mode.
Next, press and hold the machine's button until the steady light turns off and starts blinking orange rapidly. This process typically takes around 7 seconds and signals readiness for the descaling mode.
Subsequently, turn the lever to the left to lock it, and then return the lever to the front to unlock it. This step is essential and should flow seamlessly from the previous action.
Complete these steps within 45 seconds to ensure the machine transitions smoothly into the descaling mode.
Confirming Mode Activation
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To confirm the machine is in descaling mode, observe the light behaviour closely.
Ensure the light is blinking orange quickly.
If the light is not blinking, start the process again from step 3.
Make sure all steps are completed within a 45-second timeframe.
Check that the lever is in the ‘locked’ position.
The rapid blinking orange light indicates successful entry into descaling mode.
If the light remains steady or blinks peculiarly, the descaling mode has not been activated.
Descaling Process
Descaling is an imperative maintenance routine to ensure your Nespresso Vertuo Next's longevity and optimal performance.
To begin, empty the capsule container and drip tray, and fill the water tank with a Nespresso descaling solution and water. Confirm that no capsule is inside the machine, then close the machine head and lock the lever.
Once the solution has run through, the machine will become silent. Discard the solution and continue with the rinsing phase.
Starting Descaling
Before you commence, ensure your Nespresso Vertuo Next is correctly prepared for descaling to avoid any mishaps.
Empty the capsule container and drip tray.
Replace them back onto the machine.
Fill the water tank with 1 packet of Nespresso descaling solution and 17 ounces of water.
Confirm that there is no capsule inside the machine.
Close the machine head and lock the lever to the left.
Turn the machine on by locking the lever and wait for the light to steadify, indicating readiness.
Ensure the descaling solution is properly diluted and the machine is primed before proceeding with the descaling cycle.
Completing Descaling Cycle
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To begin the descaling cycle, ensure you have correctly entered descaling mode by confirming the rapid blinking orange light.
Place a large container (minimum 34oz) under the coffee spout to collect the descaling solution as it runs through the machine.
Press and release the main button once to start the descaling process. The light will blink continuously during this phase, which can take several minutes.
Once complete, discard the used solution, rinse the tank, and refill it with fresh water. Proceed to the rinsing phase by pressing the main button once again.
When the machine finishes rinsing and stops making noise, empty the water container and reassemble your machine components.
Final Steps
After the rinsing phase is complete, allow the machine to come to a natural stop, ensuring all lights are steady. Carefully refill the water tank and securely place it back into position. Ensure the capsule container and drip tray are emptied, rinsed, and reinserted, and then gently wipe down the machine with a damp cloth before letting it rest for a final 10 minutes to ensure full operational readiness.
Rinsing Phase
Proper rinsing ensures that no descaling solution residue remains in your Nespresso Vertuo Next machine.
Start the rinsing phase: Press and release the main button once.
Monitor the process: Wait until the machine stops making noise.
Dispose of water: Empty the container collecting the rinsing water.
Complete reassembly: Refill and reposition the water tank.
Final clean-up: Wipe down the machine and let it rest.
This crucial step maintains your machine's longevity and ensures clean operation.
Always ensure the water tank is filled to the top with fresh water.
Your machine is now ready for use, ensuring consistent coffee quality.
Post-Descaling Care
Post-descaling care is essential to ensure the prolonged efficiency and performance of your Nespresso Vertuo Next. Regular maintenance safeguards the longevity of your machine.
Firstly, remove and dispose of any remaining descaling solution and thoroughly rinse the water tank.
Next, reassemble the machine by securely placing back the water tank, capsule container, and drip tray. This reassembly ensures the machine’s operational integrity is restored.
Finally, perform an additional rinse cycle with fresh water to eliminate any residual descaling solution, preventing any flavour alteration in future brews. Regularly wiping the exterior with a damp cloth completes this maintenance routine, ensuring your Nespresso Vertuo Next remains in pristine condition. By maintaining this post-descaling care ritual, you’ll keep your machine functioning optimally for every delicious cup of coffee.
