The Citiz & Co. model with two nozzles requires 1 liter (34 oz) of water and two descaling packets. [2] X Research source You can make your own descaling liquid by mixing 5g citric acid into 95mL water. This approach is not approved by the manufacturer, but citric acid is the active ingredient in its descaler.
On a Citiz & Co. model, repeat each step of this process for the second nozzle.
On the Magimix U model, the slider must be closed for this step. After the machine beeps, open the slider and hold both buttons down again until a second beep.
On the Magimix U model, just close the slider to start descaling. Do not press any buttons.
If no water comes through at all, stop the machine and lift the lever. Start the machine again, then lower the lever once you see water reach the nozzle. If this still doesn’t work, Essenza models (but not Essenza Automatic) have another option you can try. While the machine is off, press and hold the power button while you press the coffee button three times. Flip the lever open, hold it there for three seconds, and close it again. The machine should shut down and attempt to repair itself. It will not be usable for thirty minutes.
Alternatively, buy citric acid from the supermarket and dilute 5g of it in 95mL water to make your own descaling liquid.
Remove any coffee capsules. Empty the drip tray. Remove the steam nozzle and place a cloth under the hole. You may need to unclog the steam nozzle separately with a needle or a special nozzle cleaning tool.
You can make a cheaper descaling solution with a 20:1 mix of citric acid and water. Never use vinegar.
Magimix 200: Turn on the machine and set the switch to hot water. Magimix 200A: Turn on the machine. Once it’s warmed up, press and hold the two coffee buttons simultaneously for three seconds. Press the coffee button whenever the water runs out, until the tank is empty (about five presses).
Magimix 200A: Turn the machine off and on again to return to brew mode.
