To enjoy the impeccable taste of your coffee cup after cup, we recommend that you descale your coffee machine regularly.
- Descaling set suitable for all models of Nespresso coffee machines
- Contains two 100 ml sachets of cleanser
- Use one sachet to clean the coffee machine
- The kit contains instructions for safe use
A detailed description of the descaling process can be found in the operating instructions for your coffee machine.
- Net weight of the set: 200 ml
- Set shelf life: 2 years
- Country of origin: Switzerland
To enjoy the impeccable taste of your coffee cup after cup, we recommend that you descale your coffee machine regularly.
- Descaling set suitable for all models of Nespresso coffee machines
- Contains two 100 ml sachets of cleanser
- Use one sachet to clean the coffee machine
- The kit contains instructions for safe use
A detailed description of the descaling process can be found in the operating instructions for your coffee machine.
- Net weight of the set: 200 ml
- Set shelf life: 2 years
- Country of origin: Switzerland
Hard water is an everyday reality in our homes. Therefore, it is enough to neglect cleaning the Nespresso for a short time in order to then deal with a thick layer of scale on its parts. After all, some minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, affect the formation of scale when exposed to temperatures above 550C.
Calcified deposits not only affect the taste of the coffee, but also significantly reduce the performance of the machine. However, there are many home remedies that will magically help remove plaque.
To ensure that your equipment always works properly, it is useful to know how to descale your Nespresso coffee machine at home.
What can pollution lead to?
When scale appears, heat transfer deteriorates, as a result of which the temperature of the heater will be higher and its service life will decrease. By settling on the walls of the tubes, limescale reduces the diameter of the hole. Increased pressure creates additional stress on the sealing elements of the structure. This will lead to premature failure of the coffee machine units.
Why fight sediment?
For normal operation of the device, it is necessary to descale it throughout its shelf life. In addition, timely cleaning guarantees the expected and familiar taste of coffee.
Easy to prepare - easy to maintain?
In our case, when working with water where there are heating elements, there is no escape from this unpleasant word - scale. Hard water contains potassium and magnesium salts, and when heated, they turn into a hardened element. If you do not clean your coffee machine in a timely manner, then you will face minor troubles that lead to complete collapse and failure of your machine. Drinking soft water to avoid scale is not a solution, since the prepared coffee will not have a unique aromatic taste.
In this case, you need to use a water softener or use distilled water. But what to do if you missed the moment and brought your coffee machine to such a state that it needs cleaning. Are you confused about how to descale your nespresso coffee machine? Let's figure out how critical the situation really is.
According to the advice of experts, and as provided in the instructions, only special products intended by the manufacturer are used to clean the device.
You can, of course, do it at your own peril and risk - resort to the help of traditional methods, but you need to be careful. In the case of a coffee machine, you need to use only a proven method, because the equipment is not cheap, and various chemical compounds can harm your health.
How often to descale Nespresso
According to the recommendations of Nespresso manufacturers, descaling the coffee machine is done after preparing 250-300 cups of the drink. But, at least once every 3 months. If the device has a sensor, then it counts exactly this amount. When soft water from a filter or purified in bottles is used for cooking, the frequency of cleaning is reduced.
Signs when operating a coffee machine that indicate the need for cleaning:
- the unit began to operate louder, additional noise appeared;
- the drink is poured into the cup in a thin stream;
- the taste of the drink has changed.
Manufacturers and prices of capsule-type coffee makers
DeLonghi is one of the manufacturers of Nespresso coffee machines
Machines for the Nespresso system are manufactured by two fairly well-known companies: DeLonghi, KitchenAid and Krups. All Nespresso coffee machines have good build quality, a modern appearance, and offer pressure up to 18 bar. Prices for devices vary from 5,000 to 50,000 thousand rubles. Coffee gets such an exquisite taste thanks to the use of special technology.
The water pressure changes the pressure in the capsule, after which the capsule is pierced from the back and the coffee is poured into the cup. Thanks to this technology, a product is obtained that will satisfy even the most demanding coffee connoisseurs.
Standard method - hand washing
Even washing the device with ordinary means helps slow down the formation of scale. To understand how to do it correctly and get the desired result, use step-by-step instructions:
- The tray is removed from its mounting location and washed using the usual dishwashing detergent or soap, and then under running water. After leaving it to dry, we take on the next knot.
- The same procedure applies to the capsule container, water tank and machine lid.
- Be sure to wipe the capsule intake sensor.
- The drink dispenser is also washed.
- Wipe and, if necessary, wash the outside of the body and accessible components. Afterwards the device is assembled in the reverse order.
The machine is cleaned when the taste changes.
Description of the coffee machine
The current model range of the Nespresso family includes several models and modifications that differ greatly in size, weight, case material, type of control and other parameters. But even in the most modest device, the pump pressure is already 19 bar.
The principle of operation is the same - the polymer or aluminum film from which the capsule is made is pierced with special needles. Hot water is then forced through the ground coffee under high pressure.
The coffee machine allows you to quickly get a hot drink
Characteristics
The Inissia model is one of the most popular due to its low price, compact size and light weight. Its main parameters are:
- control - push-button;
- pressure – 19 bar;
- power – 1260 W;
- water container capacity – 700 ml;
- weight – 2.4 kg;
- adding milk - manually;
- additional functions - selection of serving size, automatic shutdown and memory for several types of coffee, as well as hot water;
- There is a container for used capsules with a capacity of 11 pieces and a removable drip tray.
Source
Traditional methods
It is useful to know such descaling methods if the time for cleaning has come, but special means are not available. In terms of efficiency, they are inferior to professional means, but in terms of aggressiveness, on the contrary, the indicators are higher. An environment that is too aggressive will quickly damage rubber seals and sealing units.
It is important to clean all parts of the coffee machine in a timely manner.
Lemon acid
10-20 grams of powder are added to 1 liter of water, depending on the contamination. It is recommended to pour the powder into warm water, so the citric acid will dissolve faster. This solution is then used according to a special algorithm.
The machine must be turned on, wait until the solution enters the heating container and turn off. Let stand for 2 hours, then turn on the preparation of the drink. After cleaning, clean water is poured into the tank and the device is washed 2-3 times.
Lemon juice for cleaning.
Vinegar solution
This solution removes scale and coffee oils. It is prepared from 1 part acid and 2 parts water. The dosage is given for a 9% acetic acid solution. Then it is used as indicated in the previous case.
Soda and salt
Use a homogeneous solution made from 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of soda. It is poured into the water tank and run through the brewing cycle without any down time. Next, the coffee machine is washed.
How to rinse using special products
Each manufacturer maintains its own line of cleaning products. But you can use drugs from other manufacturers. The products come in the form of tablets, powders or liquids.
The cleaning procedure is simple, you need:
- Remove capsules from container.
- Pour water into the reservoir and add cleaning agent, regardless of whether it is powder, tablet or liquid. Wait until completely dissolved.
- Instead of a cup, place a container large enough to hold the entire volume of the solution.
- Turn on the coffee machine and start the decalcification mode. Most often this is done by pressing and holding both brew buttons for 3 seconds and they will begin to flash. By pressing the button of the large cup, we start the circulation of the solution inside the machine. At the end, the solution is poured from the container into the water tank again and the process starts again.
- Drain the solution and fill the reservoir with clean water. Press the button on the large cup and run clean water through the machine.
- The decalcification process is complete. Press and hold both coffee preparation buttons for 3 seconds, the machine will exit the decalcification mode.
Anti-scale tablets
The previous block describes the universal process of cleaning a coffee machine. Most often, consumers choose cleaning tablets because they are easy to store and use.
For use, a tablet is placed in water, and a solution of the required concentration is obtained. For the rest, proceed as described above.
Special tablets for cleaning.
Caffenu cleaner capsule
The only difference between the capsule method is that a special capsule is placed in the compartment, and the device is set to decalcification mode. When starting the process, remember that after its completion you need to rinse the unit.
Capsule coffee maker
Let's take a closer look at what a capsule coffee maker is.
Coffee machines, or capsule-type coffee makers, are devices for preparing coffee using special containers - capsules. These are small, hermetically sealed cups, tightly packed with ground roasted coffee, as well as inert gas to preserve the raw materials.
Such packaging retains all the taste and aroma properties of coffee for 9 to 16 months, depending on the material from which the container is made.
How the coffee maker works
Ease of use allows the manufacturer to avoid writing long instructions on how to use the capsule coffee machine. All you have to do is fill the reservoir with water, plug in the device and select a glass of the type of drink.
Usually there are no difficulties with how to insert the capsule into the coffee machine. After installing the capsule in the appropriate slot and securing it with a lever using the power button, the process of piercing the cup lid starts, after which hot water flows into the cup under a pressure of 16–19 bar.
The used container either falls into the reservoir (if there is one) or is immediately thrown away.
Advantages and disadvantages of capsule coffee makers
Having figured out what a “capsule coffee machine” means, let’s compare its pros and cons.
Pros:
- Easy to use: plug in, pour water into the tank, place the container in the slot and press a button.
- Easy to care for. You should occasionally wipe the device with a damp cloth and throw away the used capsules. It is better to use well-purified or boiled water in the device, otherwise the scale will have to be cleaned with special means.
- The thick taste of a coffee drink, achieved by preparing coffee under a certain pressure.
- Small sizes.
- Efficiency in action, reducing the preparation of the drink after installing the capsule into the device to 1 minute.
- A price that is several times less than the cost of even the most inexpensive coffee machine.
Minuses:
- Coffee containers are not cheap, so each cup of capsule coffee is much more expensive than one brewed, for example, in a Turk.
- The coffee maker cannot work without special capsules; you must always keep a supply of them. Without them, the capsule system is useless.
Capsule varieties
A variety of types of cups allows you to quickly prepare different drinks at home:
- espresso;
- ristretto;
- Americano;
- hot chocolate;
- cocoa;
- coffee with milk;
- tea with mountain herbs.
Operating rules
Following the manufacturer's recommendations will increase the life of the coffee machine and enjoy a pleasant drink. For this it is enough:
- use original capsules,
- regularly clean with professional products,
- do not turn off the device in the middle of the drink preparation cycle,
- make repairs in authorized centers.
Regular cleaning of the coffee machine is the key to its long operation.
Care instructions
- The drink must be prepared using high-quality water. When using high-quality purified liquid, cleaning costs are reduced;
- Manufacturers of home appliances recommend regular cleaning of coffee equipment. Some of the devices are equipped with a program that starts the cleaning process of the equipment. All information about the cleaning process of a particular modification of the coffee machine can be found in the instructions;
- The presence of a drink heating plate and other attributes requires cleaning of removable parts.
You can finish running the water when the liquid becomes clear.
When using a coffee maker, make sure that the liquid level is sufficient to prepare the drink.
Useful tips
The manufacturer has already taken care of many processes for comfortable use of the device. But some advice won't hurt.
- The coffee machine has a dispenser that will pour as much water from the container as needed. Therefore, when pouring water, there is no need to measure the quantity.
- If you are going to use reusable capsules, first make sure that the unit is capable of using them.
- If you know that the coffee machine will not be used in the near future, it is better to drain the water from the reservoir, as it promotes the growth of fungi and bacteria.
Which capsules are suitable
Anyone who is interested in which capsules are suitable for this coffee maker should know that such portions are unique. That is, they cannot be used in other capsule coffee machines (for example, Philips Senseo). The principle of operation is really similar, however, the shape of the capsules is very different. Monodoses are produced by several very famous European manufacturers, including:
- L'Or (Netherlands);
- Lavazza (Italy);
- Caffitaly (Italy);
- Il Caffe Italiano (Italy);
- Gimoka (Italy);
- Caffe Bonini (Italy);
- Caffe Polli (Italy);
- Dallmayr (Germany);
- Julius Meinl (Austria);
The retail price of one Nespresso capsule for a coffee machine in Russia averages from 29 to 48 rubles. Often they are sold not individually, but in packages, each of which contains 10 pieces or more.
You can buy a package of capsules of one type or an assorted set - for those who like to experiment.
You can also purchase reusable capsules on the Internet. Essentially, these are empty containers that completely replicate the shape of the original ones. You can pour regular ground coffee or even tea inside - and thus save a lot of money. This container should be washed after use. Its average resource is 100 cycles. How much do reusable capsules cost? About 150 rubles per piece.
And on popular Chinese Internet sites you can even find them for 60 rubles. True, the reviews there are very mixed. In addition, disposable capsules are good because the coffee inside them is hermetically sealed, which their counterparts with lids, of course, cannot provide.
Where to buy coffee capsules
Monodoses are sold both in specialized stores and in large hypermarkets. You can also buy coffee capsules for your Nespresso coffee machine cheaply online (with home delivery). The types of capsules for a Nespresso coffee machine differ in the manufacturer, the composition of the mixture (percentage of Arabica and Robusta), where the beans grow, the degree of roasting and the presence of flavoring. You can even purchase caffeine-free capsules - for those who, for medical reasons, had to give up this substance, but like the taste of coffee.
