How to Fix a Blinking Orange Light on an Original or Vertuo Nespresso

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Learn how to resolve flashing orange lights on your Nespresso machine
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Has your Nespresso machine suddenly started showing flashing orange lights? Whether you have an OriginalLine or VertuoLine model, blinking lights usually indicate a problem with the machine. In this article, we'll go over all the reasons your Nespresso machine might have blinking orange lights and how to fix the underlying issue so you can get back to making your cup of coffee.

Why a Nespresso Machine Might Have a Blinking Orange Light

If you have a non-Vertuo machine, it is likely blinking because it's in descaling mode, has overheated, or has an electrical fault. For Vertuo machines (such as the Vertuo Next, Plus, Lattissima, Creatista, and Pop), a blinking orange light means something is impeding the machine's brewing process.

Section 1 of 2:

Vertuo Nespresso Machines

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    For Vertuo machines, you can check the Nespresso app to see why the machine has a blinking orange light. The reason will be displayed in the app.
    • If you're unsure how to fix the reason displayed in the app, or the app isn't displaying a reason at all, keep reading to see the most common reasons a Vertuo will have flashing orange lights.
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    If your Nespresso machine isn't correctly closed, it won't brew your coffee, and the light may flash orange. To resolve this, press the lever down all the way until it clicks into place. [1]
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    If there's no water in the tank, the machine can't brew your coffee and will display a blinking orange light to indicate something is wrong. To resolve this issue, fill the tank with water and try again.
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    If there's an old capsule in the machine, your Vertuo won't brew a new cup until the old capsule is ejected. To resolve this, remove the old capsule and place a new one in to brew a new cup.
    • If you want to top up your cup of coffee, press the coffee button a second time within 30 seconds after your coffee has finished brewing.
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    If the part of the machine that punctures the capsule is blocked, the machine will flash orange to indicate the problem. To resolve this, open the top of the machine and make sure there is no blockage and the machine's parts can move freely.
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    If the capsule area of the machine is dirty, it may not recognize that you've inserted a new capsule. To resolve this issue, run two cleaning procedures through the machine to remove residue in the capsule area, then try again.
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    Sometimes, random bugs and glitches can cause the electronics in the coffee machine to not work properly, and the machine will blink orange as a result. To resolve this, unplug the machine and plug it back in after 10 seconds, then try again.
    • If the problem persists, you can factory reset the Vertuo machine. To learn how to factory reset your machine, follow this wikiHow article .
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    Your Vertuo will require a descaling every three months. To resolve this, perform a descaling procedure on your machine.
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    If nothing fixes the issue, contact Nespresso customer service for help. They can help you fix the issue or assist you with getting your machine serviced or replaced.
    • For Vertuo machines, call Nespresso at 877-964-6299.
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Non-Vertuo Nespresso Machines

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    This means your original (non-Vertuo) Nespresso machine is heating up. This is normal, and the blinking lights will go away once the machine has heated to the proper temperature.
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    There are two potential meanings for this light: your machine is either in descaling mode or it has overheated. This is specifically for the Essenza Mini, Essenza Plus, Inissia, Pixie, and Citiz models. [2]
    • If your machine is in descaling mode, you can exit descaling mode by pressing and holding both buttons simultaneously for 5 to 6 seconds until the lights stop flashing.
    • If your machine is overheated, unplug it and let it rest for 20 to 30 minutes to cool down before using it again.
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    If your Atelier machine has all of its buttons flashing, that means the machine needs to be primed before you can use it.
    • To prime your machine, lift the machine's lever and insert the milk frother. Then, press any of the milk recipe buttons. The machine's priming unit will push any air out of the system and prime the machine for use.
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    This means your machine has an electrical fault and needs to be serviced or replaced. Contact Nespresso customer service to get assistance.
    • For original machines, call Nespresso at 800-562-1465.
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