Can I use other pods in a Dolce Gusto? Capsule enquiries Can you use other coffee capsules or only NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® capsules? NESCAFÉ® Dolce Gusto® coffee capsules are designed exclusively for use with this machine. They are the only capsules that fit and that correspond to the high quality requirements of this system. The […]

Can you use Aldi pods in Dolce Gusto Piccolo? Thank you for your question. Only nescafe dolce gusto pods fit our machines. Our nescafé dolce gusto capsules have been designed and tested to interact with the nescafé dolce gusto machine. What pods fit dolce gusto® machines? To get the best results from using our nescafé®

What is the descale light on Dolce Gusto machine? Most of our coffee machines have an alert to tell you when it needs descaling and after a set number of uses, an orange or amber light will show up, which is the machine’s way of telling you it’s time for descaling. If your machine doesn’t

What is a substitute for descaling solution in Dolce Gusto? One effective method is to use a mixture of white distilled vinegar and water. First, remove any filters or grounds from the coffee maker and fill the reservoir to the maximum level with a mixture of equal parts water and vinegar. Then, run a cleaning

Can I use vinegar instead of descaling solution? Short answer: Yes — but only for descaling in a controlled way (diluted vinegar is preferred); do not use undiluted pure vinegar repeatedly or leave it sitting in the machine. Using Too Much Descaling Solution: Overusing descaling agents can damage your machine. Always follow the recommended amount

Why won’t the descale light go off on my Dolce Gusto? If the descaling light stays on after completing the process, try resetting the machine by unplugging it for 5 minutes. Ensure you followed the exact descaling steps: fill the reservoir with descaling solution, run multiple brew cycles without a pod, and rinse thoroughly. It’s

What is the orange light on my gusto machine? Most of our coffee machines have an alert to tell you when it needs descaling and after a set number of uses, an orange or amber light will show up, which is the machine’s way of telling you it’s time for descaling. If the on/off button

Can I use any descaler on my Dolce Gusto? The universal coffee machine descaler “for better coffee” is a great choice, suited perfectly for all nescafé dolce gusto coffee machines. Commercial descaling solutions generally contain citric acid and other strong acids. They’re the most expensive way to descale a coffee maker, but they tend to

What is a substitute for descaling solution in Dolce Gusto? One effective method is to use a mixture of white distilled vinegar and water. First, remove any filters or grounds from the coffee maker and fill the reservoir to the maximum level with a mixture of equal parts water and vinegar. Then, run a cleaning

Why can’t I find Dolce Gusto pods? The disappearance of Dolce Gusto capsules from South African shelves likely stems from a mix of supply chain disruptions, evolving consumer preferences, competitive pressures, and possible strategic business decisions by Nestlé. So, will you get a more flavorful drink from a Dolce Gusto or a Nespresso coffee machine?