Introducció
The Nespresso Pixie Coffee and Espresso Machine by De'Longhi is designed for convenience and quality, allowing you to prepare rich espresso and lungo beverages with ease. Its ultra-compact design makes it suitable for any kitchen space, while its high-performance pump ensures optimal extraction. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of your machine.
Figure 1: Nespresso Pixie Coffee and Espresso Machine.
Característiques clau
- Disseny ultracompacte: Elegant profile ideal for limited counter space.
- 19-bar high-performance pump: Ensures optimal pressure for perfect coffee extraction.
- Fast heating time: Ready in approximately 25 seconds.
- Tactile interface: One-touch controls with 2 programmable buttons for Espresso and Lungo.
- Mode d'estalvi d'energia: Automatic power-off after 9 minutes of inactivity.
- Aeroccino 3 milk frother: Included for preparing milk-based coffee beverages.
- Compatible with Nespresso Original espresso capsules.
Figure 2: Main components of the Nespresso Pixie machine and Aeroccino 3 frother.
Configuració
- Desempaquetar la màquina: Carefully remove all packaging materials and place the machine on a flat, stable surface.
- Ompliu el dipòsit d’aigua: Remove the water tank from the back of the machine. Fill it with fresh, potable water up to the 'MAX' level. Reattach the water tank securely.
- Connectar: Connecteu el cable d'alimentació a una presa de corrent elèctrica amb terra.
- Esbandida inicial: Before first use, perform an initial rinse cycle. Turn on the machine by pressing either the Espresso or Lungo button. The buttons will blink while heating up (approx. 25 seconds). Once solid, place a container under the coffee outlet and press the Lungo button to run water through the system without a capsule. Repeat this process 2-3 times to clean the internal components.
Figura 3: lateral view of the machine, highlighting the removable water tank.
Instruccions de funcionament
- Encès: Ensure the water tank is filled and the machine is plugged in. Press either the Espresso or Lungo button to turn on the machine. The buttons will blink during the 25-second heat-up phase and become solid green when ready.
- Prepare Your Cup: Adjust the folding drip tray to accommodate your cup size. For smaller cups, keep the tray up. For taller mugs or travel tumblers, fold the drip tray up.
- Inserir càpsula: Lift the lever on top of the machine. Insert a Nespresso Original capsule into the designated slot. Close the lever firmly.
- Select Coffee Size:
- Premeu el botó Botó espresso for a short (40 ml / 1.35 oz) coffee.
- Premeu el botó Botó Lungo for a longer (110 ml / 3.7 oz) coffee.
- Atura la cervesa: The machine will automatically stop when the selected volume is reached. To manually stop brewing at any time, press the illuminated button again.
- Expulsar la càpsula usada: After brewing, lift the lever to automatically eject the used capsule into the internal container. Close the lever.
Figure 4: Brewing process with a Nespresso capsule.
Programming Coffee Volume
You can customize the volume for both Espresso and Lungo buttons:
- Ensure the machine is on and ready (solid green lights).
- Inseriu una càpsula de Nespresso.
- Place your cup under the coffee outlet.
- Press and hold the button (Espresso or Lungo) you wish to program. Release the button when your desired coffee volume is reached. The machine will remember this setting for future brews.
Using the Aeroccino 3 Milk Frother
The Aeroccino 3 is designed to create light and creamy milk froth for cappuccinos, lattes, and more.
- Fill the Aeroccino 3 with fresh milk up to the appropriate 'MAX' level indicated inside the frother (lower line for frothed milk, upper line for hot milk without froth).
- Col·loqueu la tapa a l'escumador.
- Press the button on the frother. It will start frothing/heating the milk.
- Once complete, the frother will automatically stop. Pour the frothed milk into your prepared espresso.
Figura 5: superior view of the Nespresso Pixie machine showing the Espresso and Lungo buttons.
Video 1: Demonstration of Nespresso coffee maker for fast coffee preparation.
Video 2: Quick demo of espresso maker operation and features.
Manteniment
Neteja diària
- Empty and Clean Capsule Container: The used capsule container can hold up to 10 spent capsules. Empty it regularly and rinse with warm water.
- Neteja la safata de degoteig: Remove the drip tray and rinse it with warm water. Wipe dry.
- Dipòsit d'aigua neta: Rinse the water tank with warm water and refill with fresh water daily.
- Màquina d'eixugar: Netegeu l'exterior de la màquina amb un damp tela.
Figure 6: Machine with handle lifted, revealing the capsule slot and drip tray.
Descalcificació
Descaling is essential to maintain the machine's performance and ensure optimal coffee temperature. The frequency depends on water hardness and usage.
- Use a Nespresso descaling kit or follow the instructions in your full user manual for the descaling procedure.
- Typically, the descaling process involves emptying the water tank, adding the descaling solution, and running it through the machine, followed by several rinse cycles with fresh water.
Resolució de problemes
Consulteu la taula següent per veure els problemes habituals i les seves solucions:
Figure 7: Troubleshooting guide for common machine issues.
| Problema | Solució |
|---|---|
| Sense llum. | The machine has switched off automatically. Press ON/OFF button. Check the mains, plug, voltage, fusible. |
| Ni cafè, ni aigua. | Check the water tank, if empty, fill with potable water. Descale it if necessary. Lift the lever. Press one coffee button and wait until water comes out. |
| El cafè no és prou calent. | Preescalfeu la tassa. Descalcifiqueu la màquina si cal. |
| La palanca no es pot tancar completament. | Empty the capsule container. Check that there is not a capsule blocked inside the machine. |
| Fugides o flux de cafè inusual. | Check that the water tank is in position. Do not over-extract more than 40ml for espresso capsules and 110ml for lungo capsules. |
| Els llums parpellegen irregularment. | Call the Nespresso Club. Exit descaling procedure (see paragraph on descaling). |
| Sense cafè, només surt aigua (tot i la càpsula inserida). | En cas de dificultat, truqueu al Nespresso Club. |
| La màquina s'apaga sola. | To save energy, the machine will turn itself off after 9 minutes of inactivity. |
| La llum frontal és vermella. | El dipòsit d'aigua està buit o s'ha de netejar. |
Especificacions
- Marca: Nespresso
- Nom del model: EN125SAE
- Color: Alumini
- Dimensions del producte: 7.56 "P x 18.19" W x 11.89" H
- Característica especial: Programable
- Tipus de cafetera: Màquina de cafè exprés
- Components inclosos: Espresso machine, Milk Frother (Aeroccino 3)
- Mode de funcionament: Totalment automàtic
- Voltage: 110 Volts
- Tipus d'entrada de cafè: Capsule (Nespresso Original)
- Fabricant: De'Longhi
- Pes de l'article: 8.28 lliures
- Capacitat: 1.5 Pounds (Water Tank)
Garantia i Suport
This Nespresso Pixie machine is backed by a manufacturer's one-year warranty. For detailed warranty information, product support, or to contact customer service, please refer to the official Nespresso weblloc web o la documentació inclosa amb el producte.
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