Can anyone recommend a maker that doesn't have the steam rising into the grinder compartment? I'm sick of cleaning this thing after every use!
1521997
Don't use an "all-in-one" grind and brew machine. Purchase a $20 grinder, and an $80 coffee maker. This particular machine is hard to maintain and is messy.
1521998
I'm not sure yet but I'm looking. I know this Cuisinart product is poorly designed and a nightmare to clean, not to mention it makes sour/weak coffee.
1521999
Personally I'd rather clean mine every as it keeps residue from accumulating in the working parts of the coffee maker, thus possibly giving you better service for a longer period of time. In addition, I don't like the taste of the coffee if it's made in a dirty pot.
1522000
I just purchased one of these and had the same question. Why does this happen? I wish I would have seen your comment BEFORE I purchased. ALready seems like such a hassle to clean every day and the cute little brush at the end of the scoop doesn't help.
1522001
I don't know of one, but having to clean after every use seems well worth the best coffee I have ever made at home.
500413
Haven't had that problem but maybe adjust the grind adjustment level? Also maybe the peppercorns have absorbed some moisture. My only complaint about the grinder is the small reservoir which needs frequent refilling. No noise out of mine. N Rolle
1456335
I use regular off the shelf grind and have no problem. You're supposed to just wet the coffee first, and then pour in the water a little at a time. Don't pour in all the water all at once. Maybe that will help?
1192219
Bernard, I also want to remind you that we offer a lifetime warranty so that in the rare case the grinder fails we will ship you a placement unit. And just like the other guys mentioned, like any tool it should be cleaned when needed.
1601561
There is some steam as with all coffee makers. I have had coffee makers ruin cupboards if they are on the counter under them. Always put my pot on my island. Love my Mr. Coffee, no problems. The reason I purchased this model was because of the removable water reservoir that you can clean!
1373697
Sandy, I haven't used the grinder for anything but pepper...but I will tell you I have not yet figured out the "trick" to fill this thing!....I am used to my old grinder which you just unscrewed and the top came off givving a wide fill opening. This grinder does not come apart and requires you to fill through the very small opening around the top...literally takes an hour to fill completely!....why do I stay with it?....it is a favorite on the table in its ease to use...the crank is great compared to the "normal" wrist turning required. Just wish I could figure out how to fill it easier!!! Sur wouln't be good for changing contents out very often.....
1494747
In my opinion? No. I wound up because of the humidity clogging this grinder not using it for a long time. I was constantly having to shine it up and get the green off from the humidity issues. You really can't adjust the grind on this unit. I wish you could.
299532
Weigh and grind what you need completely, remove the empty bean holder, and use a brush to clean the burrs and chamber. Mainly an issue for finer grinds. For drip coffee, the finest of the coarse settings works, and tipping the grinder while it finishes grinding and giving it a slap empties the chamber. That won't work for finer grinds, and you'll need a brush. The brush provided is inadequate, so you'll have to buy one.
796287
i grind coffee...don't need real clean between grinds....I'd suggest the brush that Amazon or a hardware store sells
1027253
I have used several brew grinder coffee pots. this one is the easiest to clean. i have had no trouble with moisture entering grinding chamber or shoot. ken
1104225
I don't think you can. I had the same problem happen to me and ultimately solved it by throwing the grinder into the trash. If you're feeling electrically-inclined, you could take the whole thing apart and glue in a switch from Mouser or something, but the design of the grinder is such that you'd need to fashion some kind of guard to keep stuff from getting inside the case... not worth it. Even working, it's a pretty crappy grinder.
598720
ues a slightly damp paper towel and wipe down inside of grinder and around blade area. If blade area is still caked up use a toothbrush. The outside can be cleaned with damp cloth or paper towel.
752265
I've had it less than a year but I've had similar machines from others before and this one seems very, very sturdy. Change your H2O filters and clean it, keep the steam wand cleaned, and you should be g2g. One annoying thing was I ended up buying yet another coffee mill - I bought Breville's expensive one - because in order to get good pressure, I needed that very fine grind. The 100 dollar grinder wasn't good enough, needed a 200 dollar grinder. It's an awesome grinder, though, and once I got that, no problems, get just the right pressure. I love this machine, it never fails to impress.
598722
I have cleaned my grinder by wiping it with a cloth dampened with a solution of vinegar and water, or mild dish detergent and water. I am assuming you will not immerse the machine in water. The direction that came with the grinder suggested filling the well of the grinder with arm & hammer baking soda overnight to eliminate orders left behind for spices (i.e. rosemary, cloves, etc.). I have only used it for grinding spices three time and the baking soda works.
1985327
You could try. The grounds really get stuck in there. Mine died after a couple of years, but while it worked, it was a great grinder.
707418
The only cleaning I do is brush out the dust from the Drawer area. Since I use it every day, I don't worry about the Grinding Mechanism. It grinds very well and leaves very little dust behind.I've never noticed any different flavor in my coffee. To clean the Grinding chamber, I think you would have to dismantle it.
818648
You can try opening the little door under the bean Hopper and cleaning the entire shut from the grinder. You can pull the lever next to the door to manually open the door to the basket and push the clogged grinds in. You need to do this at least once a week.