Nespresso ESSENZA MINI, BEC250 Instruction Manual
ESSENZA
MINI
MY MACHINE
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Instruction manual
Nespresso is an exclusive system creating the ultimate Espresso, time after time. All
Nespresso machines are equipped with a unique extraction system that guarantees up
to 19 bar pressure. Each parameter has been calculated with great precision to ensure
that all the aromas from each capsule can be extracted, to give the coffee body and
create an exceptionally thick and smooth crema.
CAUTION: when you see this sign,
please refer to the safety precautions to
avoid possible harm and damage.
Information: when you see this sign, please take note of the advice for the
correct and safe usage of your coffee machine.
Content
Safety Precautions 4-6
Machine Overview
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Specifications
7
First use or after a long period of non-use
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Coffee Preparation
8-9
Programming the Water Volume
9
Energy saving mode
10
Reset to Factory Settings
10
Cleaning
11
Descaling 11-13
Emptying the system before a period of non-use and for frost protection,
or before a repair 13 Troubleshooting 14
Disposal and environmental protection 14
Limited Guarantee 15 Contact the Nespresso Club 15
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Instruction manual
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Safety
Precautions
Caution: when you
see this sign, please
refer to the safety
precautions to avoid
possible harm and
damage.
Information: when you
see this sign, please
take note of the advice
for the correct and
safe usage of your
appliance.
Caution: the
safety precautions
are part of the
appliance. Read
them carefully
before using your
new appliance for
the first time. Keep
them in a place
where you can find
and refer to them
later on.
• The appliance is
intended to prepare
beverages according
to these instructions.
• Do not use the
appliance for anything
other than its intended
use.
• This appliance has
been designed for
indoor and nonextreme temperature
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conditions use only.
• Protect the appliance
from direct sunlight
effect, prolonged
water splash 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, farm
houses; by clients in
hotels, motels and
other residential
environments; bed
and breakfast type
environments.
• This appliance may be
used by children of at
least 8 years of age,
as long as they are
supervised and have
been given
instructions about
using the appliance
safely and are fully
aware of the dangers
involved. Cleaning
and user maintenance
shall not be made by
children unless they
are older than 8 and
they are supervised by
an adult.
• Keep the appliance
and its cord out of
reach of children
under 8 years of age.
• This appliance may be
used by persons with
reduced physical,
sensory or mental
capabilities, or whose
experience or
knowledge is not
sufficient, provided
they are supervised or
have received
instruction to use the
appliance safely and
understand the
dangers.
• Children shall not use
the appliance as a toy.
• The manufacturer
accepts no
responsibility and the
guarantee will not
apply for any
commercial use,
inappropriate handling
or use of the
appliance, any
damage resulting from
use for other
purposes, faulty
operation,
nonprofessionals’
repair or failure to
comply with the
instructions.
Avoid risk of fatal
electric shock and fire.
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• In case of an emergency:
immediately remove the
plug from the power
socket.
• Only plug the appliance
into suitable, easily
accessible, earthed mains
connections. Make sure
that the voltage of the
power source is the same
as that specified on the
rating plate. The use of an
incorrect connection voids
the guarantee.
The appliance must
only be connected
after installation.
• Do not pull the cord over
sharp edges, clamp it or
allow it to hang down.
• Keep the cord away from
heat and damp.
• If the supply cord or the
plug are damaged, they
must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified
persons, in order to avoid
all risks.
• If the cord or the plug
are damaged, do not
operate the appliance.
Return the appliance
to the Nespresso Club
or to a Nespresso
authorized
representative.
• If an extension cord is
required, use only an
earthed cord with a
conductor crosssection of at least 1.5
mm2 or matching input
power.
• To avoid hazardous
damage, never place
the appliance on or
beside hot surfaces
such as radiators,
stoves, ovens, gas
burners, open flame,
or similar.
• Always place it on a
horizontal, stable and
even surface. The
surface must be
resistant to heat and
fluids, like water,
coffee, descaler or
similar.
• Disconnect the
appliance from the
mains when not in use
for a long period.
Disconnect by pulling
out the plug and not
by pulling the cord
itself or the cord may
become damaged.
• Before cleaning and
servicing, remove the
plug from the mains
socket and let the
appliance cool down.
• To disconnect the
appliance, stop any
preparation, then
remove the plug from
the power socket.
• Never touch the cord
with wet hands.
• Never immerse the
appliance or part of it
in water or other
liquid.
• Never put the
appliance or part of it
in a dishwasher.
• Electricity and water
together is dangerous
and can lead to fatal
electrical shocks.
• Do not open the
appliance. Hazardous
voltage inside!
• Do not put anything
into any openings.
Doing so may cause
fire or electrical shock!
• The use of accessory
attachments not
recommended by the
manufacturer may
result in fire, electric
shock or injury to
persons.
Avoid possible harm
when operating the
appliance.
• Never leave the
appliance unattended
during operation.
• Do not use the
appliance if it is
damaged, has been
dropped or not
operating perfectly.
Immediately remove
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the plug from the power
socket. Contact the
Nespresso Club or
Nespresso authorized
representative for
examination, repair or
adjustment.
• A damaged appliance can
cause electrical shocks,
burns and fire.
• Always completely close
the lever and never lift it
during operation. Scalding
may occur.
• Do not put fingers
under coffee outlet,
risk of scalding.
• Do not put fingers into
capsule compartment
or the capsule shaft.
Danger of injury!
• Water could flow
around a capsule
when not perforated
by the blades and
damage the appliance.
• Never use an already
used, damaged or
deformed capsule.
• If a capsule is blocked
in the capsule
compartment, turn the
machine off and
unplug it before any
operation. Call the
Nespresso Club or
Nespresso authorized
representative.
• Always fill the water
tank with cold, fresh
drinking water.
• Empty water tank if
the appliance will not
be used for an
extended time
(holidays, etc.).
• Replace water in water
tank when the
appliance is not
operated for 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
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Safety Precautions
cleaning agent or solvent cleaner. Use a
damp cloth and mild cleaning agent to
clean the surface of the appliance.
• To clean machine, use only clean cleaning
tools.
• When unpacking the machine, remove the
plastic film and dispose.
• This appliance is designed for Nespresso
coffee capsules available exclusively through
the Nespresso Club or your Nespresso
authorized representative.
• All Nespresso appliances pass stringent
controls. Reliability tests under practical
conditions are performed randomly
on selected units. This can show
traces of any previous use.
• Nespresso reserves the right to
change instructions without prior
notice.
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Descaling
• Nespresso descaling agent, when
used correctly, helps ensure the
proper functioning of your machine
over its lifetime and that your coffee
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