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In Denmark we recommend the machine to be descaled regularly with double dosage descaling liquid (after every 200 capsules) as instructed in your machine manual or when the machine indicates that it is time for descaling (some machine models).
Please note that descaling should in some cases be done more often than the alarm is triggered due to the high lime scale levels in Denmark.
Machine will give below symptoms when it is time to descale:
Poor flow
Cold coffee / bad tasteWe highly recommend that you make sure you have set the correct water hardness on your machine and also keep in mind that machines with any sort of steampipe will require a descale more often (after 30-40 min use of steamer).
The descaling process prevents lime scale in the machine, that can affect the temperature or decrease the water flow.
Nespresso has developed its own descaling that offers the best possible cleaning without damaging the machine.
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If you are using a Barista device, please make sure to follow the recipe book for best results.
All the recipies are tested and measured to give the best milk foam suited for each coffeedrink.Also check that the jug and whisk has been cleaned and always use cold and fresh milk.
To be sure you will get a nice and full-bodied milk foam from your Aeroccino or integrated milk frother, there are some things to think about;
First, the milk foam is affected by the milk frother itself - that it is well cleaned and works as it should, secondly the quality of the milk foam depends on the milk you use.
Since milk is a very interesting topic itself, we have prepared a separate section for how milk works, click in "I want to learn more about how milk works" to get there!
Most of the information and help with troubleshooting of your machine can be found in machine assistance page on our website.
If you have an Aeroccino that does not foam the milk anymore, there are a few things you can investigate before contacting us:
1. Make sure the whisk is spinning properly. Sometimes the magnet that holds and spins the whisk loses its power, this can be solved by a light tap on a hard surface - e.g. on a table, this will put the magnet back in place again. Also make sure that the milk gets hot and that the red light glows steadily during foaming.
2. Are you following the maximum level of milk in your Aeroccino? If you have too much milk, it may be difficult to get a good foam.
3. Is the milk fresh and cold? Completely fresh milk with high fat level, as well as milk with a long shelf life, usually gives the best foam. If the milk has been left outside, or if it has been opened a few days, this will affect the foam. If possible, try another milk and make sure you use the whisk with the thick spring (if you have an Aeroccino with two whisks).
Avoid foaming milk or other substitutes (e.g. oat drink or soy beverage) containing sugar, as this may burn and damage your Aeroccino.
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You will find most information and help with troubleshooting of your machine on the machine assistance page on our website.
If you have a Nespresso machine with a milk frother (Lattissima, Maestria or Creatista), keep in mind that lime scale may affect the function. When was the last time you descaled your machine?
NOTE: Fresh and cold milk with high fat content, as well as long-lasting milk gives the best froth! Avoid skimming milk or any other substitute (.e.g, oatmeal-, or soydrinks) containing sugar, as this may burn and damage your Aeroccino.
If you have an Aeroccino which does not foam the milk properly, there are a few things you can investigate before contacting us:1. Check that the whisk spins as it should. Sometimes the magnet that holds and twists the whisk, loses power and needs to be re-magnetized by a light tap on a hard surface - e.g. a table.
2. Do you respect the maximum milk level in your Aeroccino? If you have too much milk, it will be difficult to get a rich and thick foam.
3. Is the milk fresh and cold? Completely fresh milk gives the best froth. If the milk is lukewarm or if it has been opened for a few days, it will affect the foam.
Lattissima
Use the clean-button on your milk frother after each program. Sometimes milk residue get stuck in the pipe, this will be solved by running the clean program a couple of times to clean the system.On a regular basis, disassemble all parts of the milk frother and put it in a bath of warm water with some soap. It dissolves any milk residues that can clog the system. Rinse thoroughly and then re-assemble your milk frother.
Maestria and Creatista
Always clean the steam pipe with the cleaning program after skimming milk. Make sure no milk residue clogs into the small holes that blows the air out.Did this answer your question? If not, contact us, we will be pleased to help you. You may also call us on 80 909 600 Mon-Fri 08:00-18:00 and Saturday 09:00-18:00, Sunday/bank holiday-closed.
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The brewing temperature inside a Nespressomachine is around 83-86° for Original and 78° ± 5° for Vertuo.
This ensures optimal extraction of the coffee aromas without burning the coffee. It aslo makes sure that you are able to enjoy your coffee rgiht away.
Nespresso coffee is meant to be enjoyed immediately after brewing, which is why it keeps a lower temperature than for example, filter coffee.If you find the coffee not hot enough, there are a few things to think about:
- Preheat the cup with hot water. A cold coffee cup cools the coffee quickly.
- Do you use milk in the coffee? Keep in mind that cold milk cools the coffee as well, please warm the milk before - if you have an aeroccino or milk foam function on your Nespresso machine - both heat and foam the milk with a simple push of a button.
- Using spoon in your coffee can also help to cool down quickly.
If it was long time since you descaled your machine, this could also affect the brewing temperature. Descaling is easily purchased by us and you will find instructions for descaling on our website.
Sometimes the pressure in the machine decreases after a time of use, and this may an effect on the temperature. By brewing approx. 5 lungo cups with only water (no capsule) will help the machine to build the preassure again. Then the pressure is rebuilt and machine will heat the water properly.
If none of the above helps, please do not hesitate to contact us at 80 909 600 (weekdays 08:00-18:00 and Saturdays 09:00-18:00, Sundays and bank holidays - closed) and we will help you with further troubleshooting.
Since the exact brew temperature cannot be measured with a regular thermometer, there are equipment in our boutiques to help you, if the above instructions and tips do not help.
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We recommend you to connect your machine to make sure to get the latest software and other functionalities as they develop.
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