The Rivelia's Bean Switch System lets you remove and swap the bean hopper rather than waiting until it is empty. Before changing hoppers, use the machine's Bean Switch function and follow the display instructions so the remaining beans in the grinder are dealt with correctly. Don't simply pull the hopper off while the machine is grinding.

When you change to a different bean, use the Rivelia's Bean Adapt Technology rather than immediately making large grinder adjustments. Set up the bean profile and allow the machine to guide the extraction settings. This is particularly useful when moving between noticeably different roast levels.

If manual grind adjustment is required, turn the adjustment control while the grinder is actually grinding. Move it only one position at a time and make several coffees before judging the change. Moving repeatedly between settings can make troubleshooting weak or slow coffee much harder.

With the Rivelia switched off, remove the water tank and access the infuser through the service area. Release the infuser using its coloured release buttons and rinse it under water. Don't use washing-up liquid on the infuser and don't force it back into position; it should refit correctly once it is in its resting position.

After preparing cappuccino, latte macchiato or another milk drink, leave the LatteCrema Hot carafe connected and carry out the CLEAN operation when prompted. Regularly dismantle the carafe as well, paying particular attention to the milk intake tube, milk spout and froth-control components. A partially restricted carafe is a common reason for deteriorating milk foam.

The colour display guides you through maintenance including descaling, water-filter replacement and milk-system cleaning. Complete the procedure shown on screen rather than treating the message simply as a warning to dismiss. Correctly setting the machine's water hardness and replacing the filter when required helps the Rivelia calculate its maintenance intervals more accurately.