Nespresso Vertuo Plus User Manual

Safety Information

WARNING: Before using your coffee machine, please read the safety instructions carefully to avoid potential hazards and damage.

Waste Disposal and Environmental Protection: This machine complies with EU Directive 2012/19/EG. The packaging material and the machine contain recyclable materials. Please dispose of the machine at a designated collection point for recycling. Contact your local authority for disposal information.

Overview

WARNING: Read the safety instructions first to avoid risks of serious electric shock and fire. Ensure the earth connection is correct when plugging the machine into the electrical outlet.

Machine Overview

1. ON/OFF and coffee button

2. Lever for opening and closing

3. Drip grid

4. Adjustable cup stand

5. Used capsule container

6. Water tank and lid

7. Coffee outlet

Package Contents

1. Coffee machine

2. Nespresso capsule box

3. Nespresso welcome material

4. Safety instructions

5. Quick start guide

6. Warranty

Unpacking: There may be dust on the machine due to the recycled material used in the packaging. This is not harmful; simply clean with a soft cloth.

Getting Started

First Cleaning

1. Rinse and clean the water tank and lid before filling with fresh drinking water.

2. Close the water tank with the lid, ensuring it is properly in place.

3. With the machine plugged in, remove the cup stand and place an empty container (at least 1 L) under the coffee outlet.

4. Start the machine by pressing the button once. The machine will heat up for approximately 40 seconds.

5. Press the button 3 times within 2 seconds to start the rinsing process. The light will blink orange during rinsing. Once the light is steady green, the cycle is complete. This process should take less than 2 minutes to begin and up to 5 minutes to complete.

Coffee Preparation

1. Fill the tank with fresh drinking water and place it back on the machine.

2. Start the machine by pressing the button once. The green light will blink while the machine heats up (approx. 40 seconds). When the light is steady, the machine is ready.

3. Open the machine and insert a Vertuo capsule with the wider side down.

4. Close the machine head and place a cup. The cup stand can be adjusted to accommodate your cup size.

5. Begin brewing by pressing the button once. Due to barcode reading, coffee precipitation, and infusion time, it takes a moment for the coffee to flow. The machine automatically recognizes the inserted capsule and selects the brewing parameters and cup length defined by Nespresso coffee experts for optimal extraction.

6. When brewing is finished, open the machine, eject the capsule, and enjoy your coffee.

7. Remember to recycle your Nespresso capsules. Visit www.nespresso.com for more information on recycling Nespresso coffee capsules.

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Customizing Your Coffee Size

1. Start the machine by pressing the button once, open the machine head, and insert the capsule you wish to program.

2. Close the machine head and place a cup.

3. Press and hold the button, release a few seconds before the desired volume is reached. The new water volume is now programmed for the capsule type used during the setting.

Note: Programming is specific to each capsule type. Cup size can be programmed from 20 ml to 535 ml. When a custom volume is programmed, the machine will stop at that cup size each time that capsule type is inserted. To revert to default settings, refer to the "Reset to Factory Settings" section.

Cleaning

Clean the machine once a month, or when coffee stains appear inside the machine head, or after a long period of non-use.

1. Rinse and clean the water tank and lid before filling with fresh drinking water.

2. Replace the water tank on the machine.

3. With the machine on, open the machine head and eject the used capsule. Empty and rinse the capsule container and drip tray, then replace them.

4. Remove the cup stand and place an empty container (at least 1 L) under the coffee outlet.

5. Close the machine head. A green light will blink while the machine heats up (approx. 40 seconds). When the green light is steady, the machine is ready.

6. Press the button 3 times within 2 seconds to start rinsing. The light will blink orange during the rinsing procedure. Let the rinsing procedure complete automatically. This process should take less than 2 minutes to begin and up to 5 minutes to complete. The process can be stopped at any time by pressing the button.

7. When the green light is steady, the rinsing is complete.

8. Wash the capsule container and cup stand with warm water and mild, unscented detergent.

WARNING: Do not use strong or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. Do not put the machine in the dishwasher. Never immerse the appliance or parts of it in water.

9. Dry with a clean towel. WARNING: Regularly clean the coffee outlet with a clean damp cloth. Always use soft cloths to clean the machine.

Note: Water may collect inside the machine head; wipe visible parts with a clean, dry cloth.

Note: The machine can only enter descaling mode after at least 30 coffee capsules have been brewed.

Descaling

Descaling your machine ensures it functions correctly throughout its lifespan and provides a fantastic coffee experience from day one. Your machine will indicate when descaling is needed with a simultaneous red and green light.

Note: The descaling procedure takes approximately 20 minutes and cannot be interrupted. Read the descaling instructions carefully before starting.

You will need:

• A descaling kit, available at www.nespresso.com.
• An empty container (1 L).

1. With the button half red, half green: Turn on the machine by pressing the button once. Open the machine and eject the used capsule. Empty the capsule container and place it back on the machine. Remember to recycle your Nespresso capsules.*

* THIS IS NESPRESSO. THIS IS RECYCLABLE. For more information on recycling your Nespresso coffee capsules, visit www.nespresso.com.

2. Turn off the machine by pressing the lever for 3 seconds.

3. Fill the water tank with 0.5 L of water and add 1 unit of Nespresso descaling liquid.

WARNING: Be aware that the descaling solution can be harmful. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and surfaces.

4. Remove the cup stand and place an empty container (at least 1 L) under the coffee outlet.

5. Press the lever and simultaneously press the button for 3 seconds. An orange light indicates your machine is in menu mode.

6. To enter descaling mode, press the lever once.

7. Press the button once. An orange light will blink throughout the descaling process. The machine will stop automatically when the first phase of descaling is complete.

8. When the descaling process is finished, it's time to rinse the machine. Rinse the water tank and drip tray thoroughly. Fill the water tank with fresh drinking water and replace it. Empty the container and place it back under the coffee outlet.

9. Press the button once to start rinsing. Let the rinsing process complete automatically. An orange light will blink during the process. It should take less than 2 seconds for the rinsing process to begin and water to flow. This process can take up to 5 minutes and will stop automatically when the cycle is complete. The procedure can be stopped at any time by pressing the button.

10. When the light turns steady green, the rinsing is complete.

11. To exit descaling mode, press and hold the lever and simultaneously press the button for 3 seconds.

12. Wash the capsule container and cup stand with warm water and a mild, unscented detergent.

WARNING: Do not use any strong or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. Do not put the machine in the dishwasher. Never immerse the appliance or parts of it in water.

13. Dry the machine with a clean, fresh towel. Let the machine air dry for 10 minutes before use.

Note: Water may collect inside the machine head during cleaning. If this happens, wipe visible parts with a clean, dry cloth.

Emptying the System

Emptying the system can be done before a period of non-use, for frost protection, or before sending the machine for repair.

1. With the machine on, empty the water tank, open the machine head, and eject the used capsule. Empty the capsule container. Remember to recycle your Nespresso capsules.*

2. Replace them on the machine, remove the cup stand, and place an empty container (0.5 L) under the coffee outlet.

3. Turn off the machine by pressing the lever for 3 seconds.

4. Press the lever down 2 times.

5. Press the button once. It takes approximately 30 seconds for the machine to complete the emptying process. The machine will automatically turn off when empty.

Reset to Factory Settings

1. With the machine plugged in, press the lever for 3 seconds.

2. Press the lever and simultaneously press the button for 3 seconds.

3. An orange light indicates your machine is in menu mode. To reset to factory settings, press the lever 3 times and then press the button once.

4. An orange light will blink 3 times within 3 seconds before turning into a steady green light. The machine is now reset to factory settings.

Troubleshooting

No light around the button

• Machine has turned off automatically; press the button or "unlock" the machine.
• Check the power supply, plug, voltage, and fuse.

No coffee, no water

• Check that the water tank is full.
• Check that a new capsule is inserted correctly, that the lever is properly locked, and press the button to start.
• Descale if necessary.
• Open the machine head and eject the capsule. Then perform cleaning as per the cleaning section.

Coffee is not hot enough

• Preheat the cup with hot drinking water from the tap.
• Descale if necessary.

Leakage or unusual coffee flow

• Check that the water tank is correctly positioned.
• Descale if necessary.

Machine enters "Stand-by" mode

• For energy saving, the machine will turn off after 9 minutes of inactivity.
• The machine can be turned off manually at any time (when not in use) by pressing the lever for 3 seconds.

Coffee grounds in cup

• Perform the cleaning procedure twice. Refer to the "Cleaning" section.

Coffee leakage

• Open the machine head and eject the capsule. Then perform cleaning.
• Empty and clean the cup support.
• Descale if necessary.
• If the problem persists, contact Nespresso.

Specifications

Power: ~220-240 V, 50-60 Hz, 1260 W (US, CA: 120 V, 60 Hz, 1300 W; MX: 127 V, 60 Hz, 1520 W; BR, KR: 220 V, 60 Hz, 1150 W)

Power saving mode: Automatic shut-off: 9 min

Heat-up time: 40 seconds

Movable cup stand for large cups: Adjustable

Cable length from unit shipment: 78 cm / 30 in

Dimensions (WxDxH):

• Water tank on the side: Lowest end: 22 x 34.9 x 32.5 cm / 8.7 x 13.7 x 12.8 in; Highest end: 23.2 x 35.9 x 32.5 cm / 9.1 x 14.1 x 12.8 in
• Water tank at the back: Lowest end: 14.2 x 41.2 x 32.5 cm / 5.6 x 16.2 x 12.8 in; Highest end: 14.2 x 42.3 x 32.5 cm / 5.6 x 16.7 x 12.8 in

Weight: From 4.3 to 4.6 kg (depending on design)

Water tank capacity: Lowest end: 1.2 L / 40 fl oz; Highest end: 1.8 L / 60 fl oz

Used capsule container capacity: 14 espresso or 10 mug capsules

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