Download Article
Troubleshoot common problems with your Nespresso frother so it can heat, foam, and dispense milk perfectly every time
Download Article
Nespresso machines like the Aeroccino, CitiZ&Milk, and Barista Recipe Maker allow you to make frothy coffee shop-style drinks at home. But it can be frustrating when your Nespresso frother is not working properly. If the frother isn't working, you can't make a good espresso or foam for a cappuccino . Luckily, there are a few things you can do before considering a complex repair or replacing your Nespresso machine. This wikiHow article teaches you how to troubleshoot a Nespresso frother that isn't working properly.
Quick Steps
- Make sure the frother is plugged in and powered on.
- Clean the frother and the whisk.
- Clean the metal contacts on the canister and base station.
- Make sure you are using refrigerated cow's milk.
- Allow the device to cool down after each use.
- Replace the thermocouple or thermal fuse.
- Repair the heating element.
Steps
Expert Q&A
Ask a Question
200 characters left
Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered.
Submit
Advertisement
Tips
- Cleaning expert Raymond Chiu says of cleaning a Nespresso machine "Cleaning a Nespresso machine is also known as descaling. It is recommended to purchase a descaling cleaning kit. Empty the machine of all water and capsules. Fill the water tank with the 3:1 or suggested ratio of water and descaling product. Turn on your machine and start the machine by pushing both buttons down for 3 seconds. The buttons will begin to blink, indicating the activation of the descaling. Press and hold the button to pour out the water tank. Repeat the process twice. Descaling and the best way to clean will depend on the model of the machine. It’s always best to read the instruction manual for the proper settings and procedures with the cleaning.Thanks
Submit a Tip
All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published
Name
Please provide your name and last initial
Thanks for submitting a tip for review!
Advertisement
References
About This Article
Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 38,334 times.
Advertisement