Nespresso vertuoline My Machine User Manual

Nespresso VertuoLine is an exclusive system creating the perfect Coffee and Espresso, time after time. Nespresso VertuoLine machines are equipped with the unique Centrifusion™ technology to gently extract Coffee or Espresso at the touch of a button. Each extracting parameter has been carefully defined by Nespresso coffee experts to ensure that all aromas from each Grand Cru can be extracted to give the coffee body and create an exceptionally thick and smooth crema.These instructions are part of the appliance. Read all instructions and all safety instructions before operating the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

NOTE: This appliance contains a class-1 laser product.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:’

•  Read all instructions.
•  Do not use outdoors.
•  Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
•  Keep the cord away from heat and moisture.
•  The safety precautions are part of the appliance. Read the safety precautions provided with the appliance carefully prior to first use. Keep them in a place where you can find and refer to them in the future.
•  The appliance is intended to prepare beverages according to these instructions.
•  This appliance should only be used for the intended purpose.
•  This appliance is only meant for indoor use, under non-extreme temperature conditions.
•  Protect the appliance from direct sunlight, prolonged water splashing and humidity.
•  This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar applications only such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments; bed and breakfast-type environments.
•  The appliance must not be used, cleaned, or maintained by children under 8 years of age (or persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities) unless supervised, instructed by an adult on how to use the appliance safely, and fully informed regarding the dangers involved.  Children should not play with the appliance.
•  Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children.
•  The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for and the warranty will not apply to any commercial use, inappropriate handling or use of the appliance, damage resulting from use for other purposes, faulty operation, non-professional repairs or failure to comply with the instructions. avoid the risk of fatal electrical shock and fire to protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons
•  In case of an emergency: immediately remove the plug from the power outlet.
•  Only plug the appliance into suitable, easily accessible, grounded outlets. Make sure that the voltage of the power source is the same as that specified on the rating plate. The use of an incorrect voltage or frequency of electricity voids the warranty.
•  The appliance must only be connected after installation.
•  Do not pull the cord over sharp edges, clamp it or allow it to hang down.
•  If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons.
•  If the cord is damaged, do not operate the appliance. Only return the appliance to the Nespresso Club or to a Nespresso authorized representative.
•  If an extension lead is required, use only a grounded power cord with a conductor cross-section with matching input power or at least 16 AWG (1.5 mm2).
•  To disconnect, turn the machine “OFF”, then remove the plug from the outlet.
•  To avoid hazardous damage, never place the appliance on or beside hot surfaces such as radiators, stoves, ovens, gas burners, open flames, or similar.
•  Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
•  Always place the appliance on a horizontal, stable, hard, even surface that does not allow for water accumulation under the machine.
•  The surface must be resistant to heat and fluids, like water, coffee, descaling solution or similar.
•  Disconnect the appliance from the power outlet when not in use for a long period of time.
•  Disconnect by pulling out the plug; do not pull on the cord itself to avoid damage.
•  Disconnect from the outlet before cleaning. Allow cooling before adding or removing parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
•  Never touch the cord with wet hands.
•  Never immerse the cord, plug, appliance or any part of it in water or any other liquid.
•  Never put the appliance or part of it in a dishwasher.
•  Electricity and water together are dangerous and can lead to fatal electric shocks.
•  Do not open the appliance. Hazardous voltage inside!
•  Do not dismantle the appliance.
•  Do not put anything else than specified capsules into any openings, doing so may cause fire or electric shock!
•  Never leave the appliance unattended during operation.
•  Caution should be exercised when plugging in the coffee machine with the button pressed as the machine evacuates remaining liquids using heat. Small quantities of steam may pour out of the machine.
•  Do not use the appliance if it is damaged or not operating perfectly.
• Immediately remove the plug from the power outlet.
•  Contact the Nespresso Club or a Nespresso-authorized representative for examination, repair or adjustment.
•  A damaged appliance can cause electric shocks, burns and fire.
•  Risk of scalding by hot liquids. If the machine is forced to open hot liquids and coffee grounds may splash. Always lock the system completely and never open it during operation.
•  Do not put your fingers under the coffee outlet; risk of scalding.
• Do not put fingers into the capsule compartment or capsule shaft; risk of injury!
• Water could flow around a capsule when not perforated by the blades and damage the appliance.
•  Be careful not to injure yourself on sharp points or trap your fingers when reaching inside the machine.
•  Beware of hot liquids when reaching inside the machine.
•  Never use a damaged or deformed capsule.
•  Be careful, the capsule is hot. Risk of scalding. If a capsule
•  Always fill the water tank only with fresh potable water.
•  Do not overfill the water tank.
•  Empty the water tank if the appliance will not be used for an extended time (holidays, etc.).
•  Replace water in the water tank when the appliance is not operated during a weekend or a similar period of time.
•  Do not use the appliance without the drip tray and drip grid to avoid spilling any liquid on surrounding surfaces.
•  Do not use any strong cleaning agent or solvent cleaner.
•  Use a damp cloth and mild cleaning agent to clean the surface of the appliance.
•  Do not use a steam or pressure cleaner to clean the appliance. This will damage the appliance and may create a life-threatening hazard.
•  This appliance is designed for Nespresso VertuoLine coffee capsules available exclusively through the Nespresso Club or your Nespresso authorized representative.
•  Nespresso quality is only guaranteed when Nespresso capsules are used in Nespresso machines.
•  For your own safety, you should use only parts and appliance accessories from Nespresso that are designed for your appliance.
•  All Nespresso appliances pass stringent controls.
•  Reliability tests under practical conditions are randomly performed on selected units. Some units can therefore show traces of previous use.
•  Nespresso reserves the right to change instructions without prior notice. short cord instructions
•  The appliance is provided with an attached cord having an approximate length of 4 1/2 feet (1.4 meters).
•  Use the power cord supplied with the device in an unmodified form. It is important for user safety that the appliance is only used with a suitably grounded electrical supply.
• A short power supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• If an extension cord is used:
• The marked electrical rating of the extension should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
• If the appliance is grounded, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and
• The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not dangle over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
•  The appliance has a grounded plug (one blade is wider than the other).
•  To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a grounded outlet only one way.
•  If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug.
•  If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
•  Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
•  Do not pour water or other liquids into the brewing unit.
•  The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or injury.
•  Keep appliances, capsules, and accessories out of reach of children.
• Descaling Nespresso descaling agent, when used correctly, helps to ensure the proper functioning of your machine over its lifetime and that your coffee experience is as perfect as on the first day. For instructions on how to descale, consult the user manual included in the Nespresso descaling kit.

OVERVIEW

PACKAGING CONTENT

FIRST USE OR AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF NON-uSe

1.  Rinse the water tank before filling it only with fresh potable water. put the water tank in place
2. and ensure the drip tray and the capsule container are in place. for your safety, operate the machine only with the drip tray and capsule container in position.
3. plug the machine into the outlet.
4. turn the machine “on” by pushing the button. the button will gradually illuminate as the machine heats up in approximately 15 seconds.
5. Place a container of at least 12.5 oz./0.4 l under the coffee outlet.
6. Steady lights indicate the machine is ready.
7. Close the head and lock the machine by turning the lever left to the lock symbol on the machine head.
8. Press the button 3 times within 2 seconds to start cleaning and let the cleaning procedure complete automatically. It will take less than 2 minutes before a flow comes out. The procedure consists of 3 cycles of pumping water in/internal cleaning/water flowing from the outlet to complete.
9. This operation may take up to 5 minutes. The procedure can be stopped at any time by pushing the button. The button will go to a steady light. In case you want to resume the cleaning process, push the button again. To brew a coffee, put a capsule, then close, and lock the machine by turning the lever left and pushing the button.

Coffee Preparation

1. Fill the water tank with fresh potable water.
2. Steady lights indicate the machine is ready.
3.  Place a cup of sufficient capacity under the coffee outlet. Risk of scalding may occur due to overflowing.
4. Turn the machine “ON ” by pushing the button.
5. The factory settings and recommended cup sizes are: 7.77 oz./230 ml for Coffee 1.35 oz./40 ml for Espresso
6. Unlock and open the machine head completely.
7. Lights will blink for approximately 15 seconds while the machine is heating up.
8. The cup support has 3 positions that can accommodate various cup sizes
9. This machine operates with Nespresso VertuoLine capsules only. Nespresso OriginalLine capsules cannot be used in this machine
10. Insert a VertuoLine capsule with a dome shape at the bottom. Be careful not to injure yourself on sharp points or trap your fingers when reaching inside the machine.
11. Close the head and lock the machine by turning the lever left to the lock symbol on the machine head.
12. Push the button to start the coffee preparation. It will take some time before the coffee flow comes out (due to barcode reading and coffee pre-wetting).
13. To stop the coffee flow early, push the button.
14. To manually top off your coffee, push the button and push again to stop when the desired volume is reached.
15. Turn the lever to the right and open the head to automatically eject the capsule.

ENERGY SAVING CONCEPT

the machine can be turned “off” at any time by holding the button for 3 seconds. automatic “off” mode: the machine will turn off automatically after 9 minutes of non-use.

PROGRAMMING THE WATER VOLUME

1. the programming is specific to each capsule size, Coffee or espresso. Cup sizes can be reprogrammed from 0.3 oz./10 ml to 17 oz./500 ml.
2. open the machine head; Insert the capsule blend you want to program; Close the head; Lock the machine
3. now, push and hold the button until the desired volume is reached.
4. The water volume level is now stored for the capsule size used for the programming.

RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS

1. open the machine head and let the used capsule be ejected.
2. Close the head.
3. push the button 5 times within 3 seconds. the button will blink slowly 5 times to confirm reset is done.

EMPTYING THE SYSTEM

1. empty the water tank and put it in place.
2. open the machine head and let the used capsule be ejected
3. place a container under the coffee outlet and lock the machine.
4. Reclose the head and turn the lever left until the “LoCKed” position.
5. unplug the power cord.
6.  push and hold the button while replugging the power cord and then release the button.
7. the machine turns “off” automatically when the machine is empty

caution should be exercised when plugging in the coffee machine with the button pressed as the machine evacuates remaining liquids using heat. Small quantities of steam may emit from the machine.

CLEANING

the machine has a predefined cleaning procedure that can be launched at user discretion.

1. Rinse the water tank before filling it with fresh potable water. put the water tank in place
2. Close the head and turn the lever left until the “LoCKed” position.
3. place a container of at least 13.5 oz./0.4 l under the coffee outlet.
4. open the machine head and let the used capsule be ejected.
5. push the button 3 times within 2 seconds. the button will blink quickly during the procedure. It will take less than 2 minutes before a flow comes out. the cleaning procedure will run automatically for 5 minutes. the procedure consists of 3 cycles of pumping water in/internal cleaning/water flowing from the outlet to complete.
6.  the procedure can be stopped at any time by pushing the button. the button will go to a steady light. In case you want to resume the cleaning process, push the button again. to brew a coffee, put a capsule, then close, and lock the machine by turning the lever left and pushing the button.

Descaling

this machine is equipped with a descaling alert: the light will blink alternately 3 times, then become steady. the machine can only be operated to make coffee a few more times once the alert appears before descaling becomes mandatory.

1. empty the drip tray and the used capsule container
2. fill the water tank with 1 unit of Nespresso descaling liquid (Ref. 3035/CBS-2) and add 17 oz./0.5 l of water.
3. turn the machine “on” by pushing the button.
4. Blinking light: heating up. Steady light: ready.
5. open the machine head and let the used capsule be ejected.
6. Reclose the machine and leave the lever in the “unLoCKed” position: towards the front of the machine
7.  enter the descaling mode, and hold the button for at least 7 seconds.
8. the button will start blinking rapidly. now you have 45 seconds to enter descaling mode by following the next step, otherwise, the machine will return to the ready-for-brewing coffee mode.
9. Lock the machine by turning the lever left to the lock symbol on the machine head and unlock by turning right. Hold again the button for at least 7 seconds in the “unLoCKed” position.
10.  place a container (minimum volume: 20 oz./0.6 l) under the coffee outlet.
11. empty and rinse the water tank, drip tray, and cup support thoroughly.
12. 15 to exit the descaling mode, hold the button for at least 7 seconds.
13. to start descaling, lock the machine by turning left the lever and pushing the button. the machine will stop automatically when complete
14. fill more than half of the water tank with fresh potable water.
15.  descaling is completed. allow the machine to
16. When ready, push the button to rinse the machine. the machine will top automatically when complete. the procedure can be stopped at any time by pushing the button.

the descaling solution can be harmful. avoid contact with eyes, skin, and surfaces. never use any product other than the Nespresso descaling kit available at the Nespresso Club to avoid damage to your machine. for any additional questions you may have regarding descaling, please contact your Nespresso Club.

BLINKING SUMMARY

Troubleshooting

CONTA CT THE NESPRESSO CLUB

Should you need any additional information, in case of problems or simply to seek advice, call the Nespresso Club. Contact details for your nearest Nespresso Club can be found in the “Smart Start” folder in your machine box or at nespresso.com

COLLABORATION

• We are committed to buying coffee of the very highest quality grown in a way that is respectful of the environment and farming communities. Since 2003, we have been working together with the Rainforest Alliance to develop our Nespresso aaa Sustainable Qualitytm Coffee program.
• We chose aluminum as the material for our capsules because it protects the coffee and aromas of the Nespresso Grands Crus. aluminum is also indefinitely recyclable, without losing any of its qualities.
• Nespresso is committed to designing and making appliances that are innovative, high-performing, and user-friendly. now we are engineering environmental benefits into the design of our new and future machine ranges.

DISPOSAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL  PROTECTION

this appliance complies also with the eu directive 2002/96/eC. packaging materials and appliances contain recyclable materials. Your appliance contains valuable materials that can be recovered or can be recyclable. Separation of the remaining waste materials into different types facilitates the recycling of valuable raw materials. Leave the appliance at a collection point. You can obtain information on disposal from your local authorities. Nespresso warrants this professional product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year. the warranty period begins on the date of purchase and Nespresso requires the presentation of the original proof of purchase to ascertain the date. during the warranty period, Nespresso will either repair or replace, at its discretion, any defective product at no charge of the owner. Replacement products or repaired parts will be warranted only for the unexpired portion of the original warranty or six months, whichever is greater. this limited warranty does not apply to any defect resulting from negligence, accident, misuse, or any other reason beyond Nespresso’s reasonable control, including but not limited to: normal wear and tear, negligence or failure to follow the product instructions, improper or inadequate maintenance, calcium deposits or descaling; connection to improper power supply; unauthorized product modification or repair; use for commercial purposes, fire, lightning, flood or other external causes.
this warranty is valid only in the country of purchase or in such other countries where Nespresso sells and services the same model with identical technical specifications. Warranty service outside the country of purchase is limited to the terms and conditions of the corresponding warranty in the country of service.

Should the cost of repairs or replacement not be covered by this warranty, Nespresso will advise the owner and the cost shall be charged to the owner. this limited warranty shall be the full extent of Nespresso’s liability however caused. except to the extent allowed by applicable law, the terms of this limited warranty do not exclude, restrict or modify the mandatory statutory rights applicable to the sale of this product and are in addition to those rights. the limited warranty applies only to this single-branded Nespresso products. products marked with both the Nespresso Brand and another producer are governed exclusively by the warranty provided by that other producer. If you believe your product is defective, contact Nespresso for instructions on how to proceed with a repair. any defect or dysfunction resulting from the use of non-genuine Nespresso VertuoLine capsules will not be covered by this warranty. please visit our website at www.nespresso.com for contact details.

References

• User Manual