Your coffee machine works hard to bring you the perfect cup every morning. Over time, minerals from your water can build up inside, affecting the taste of your coffee and the efficiency of your machine. Regular descaling is essential to keep your brewer in top shape, ensuring every cup tastes as good as the first.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to descaling your coffee machine using Angelino's Coffee Machine Descaler solution. This process is simple and only takes a few minutes of your time.
Step 1: Prepare Your Machine
Before you start, ensure that your coffee machine is empty. This means removing any leftover water from the reservoir and taking out any coffee pods or grinds. If your machine has a water filter, be sure to remove it as well. Place a large mug on the drip tray to catch the liquid during the descaling process.
Step 2: Add the Descaler
Pour half a bottle of Angelino's Coffee Machine Descaler (about 4 oz) into the empty water reservoir. Then, fill the reservoir with water. This mixture will break down the mineral deposits inside your machine.
Step 3: Brew the Solution
Run the entire reservoir of the descaling solution through your machine by selecting the largest cup setting. Make sure you do this without a coffee pod. This step will flush the solution through your machine, dissolving any built-up minerals.
Step 4: Rinse Thoroughly
Once the solution has brewed, discard any remaining liquid in the reservoir and rinse it thoroughly with water. This ensures no descaling solution remains in the machine, which could affect the taste of your coffee.
Step 5: Repeat the Process
To make sure your machine is completely clean, repeat the brewing process (Step 3) two more times using only fresh water in the reservoir. This will remove any lingering traces of the descaling solution and give your machine a final rinse.
Step 6: Reset if Necessary
If your machine still displays a descaling warning after completing the process, you may need to reset it. For instance, on some Keurig models, you can do this by pressing and holding the 8oz and 10oz buttons simultaneously for three seconds. Check your machine’s manual for specific instructions.
When to Descale
It’s recommended to descale your coffee machine every three months to maintain its performance and the quality of your coffee. One bottle of descaler should last you two uses, so you’ll be covered for six months with each bottle!
Safety Tips
Remember, descaling solutions contain citric acid, which is natural and food safe but can cause skin and eye irritation. Always wash your hands thoroughly after handling the solution, and keep it out of reach of children. If the solution gets into your eyes or on your skin, rinse immediately with water and seek medical advice if irritation persists.
Compatibility
Angelino's Coffee Machine Descaler is suitable for all coffee machines including but not limited to Keurig, Nespresso, Breville, Mr. Coffee, Braun, Ninja, and DeLonghi.
By following these simple steps, you’ll ensure your coffee machine continues to brew delicious coffee every time. Happy brewing!
