Can anyone tell me that the pressure gauge works on your machine? I have tried many different grinds, techniques, pressures, and no luck.
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Yes, the gauge does work assuming your machine is not defective. However, it is very senstive to the pressure you apply when tamping the grounds, and maybe how fine the grind is. I suggest you try applying less pressure when tamping and see if the gauge starts reading properly. As someone else said, Breville is really excellent to work with.
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Mine does. The pressure for every pull varies depending on grind, tamp pressure, amount of coffee, etc. I've even noticed that the oiliness of the beans affects the brew pressure. If your doesn't work I suggest you call Breville.
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My gauge works perfectly. What kind of grinder are you using? If the coffee is not ground fine enough, there won't be enough pressure built up to make espresso, or register on the gauge. If the coffee comes gushing out, it probably isn't fine enough and you may want to consider a new grinder. If you are making good espresso, then your gauge may be broken and you should contact Breville customer service. I haven't had to, but I've heard they are very pleasant to work with. Best of luck!
2063647
maybe you need to adjust the grind time. if it doesn't stop when set to the minimum, something is broken. or put in the double shot cup and set it to single shot grind volume.
234161
Yes I'm agree of this die grinder rpm low. You must increase of air flow and amount from compressor.By increase of air regulator guage on compressor and max open valves in supply line.
2013436
That's a tough one. Seems I have to actually start using slight force at about 30 PSI. My tires need 50, so from 30 to 50 it gets a bit tiring. Still not hard, just a lot of pumping. Also seems the faster I pump the better it works. Slow and steady doesn't seem to move the gauge.
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It's tough going for the first few grinds. The burrs are new and they need to be worked a few times. Things will loosen up as the oils from the beans lubricant the burrs. Your grind texture and color of the beans are also a factor in how smooth the mechanism works when the grinder is new. Light beans are harder, dark are more oily and softer. Try using a courser grind for a bit till the burrs are broke in. You can always regrind the course ground you just did. Once the grinder is broken in you should find grinding is a breeze. I myself use a courser grind to get more coffee flavor. Finer grind dosen't work well in drip pots unless they are presses or preculators. Don't give up on your little grinder. There's nothing more tastier and aromatic than fresh ground coffee . I feel sure once you get your grinder broke in you'll really like it. Sincerely, Lynn
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Hi Amanda, Well I've had more time with my KA grinder since I wrote that review. I'm still pleased with the way it operates but have come to realize that grinding times need to be longer than the directions call for. I, too favor a fine grind so have been holding the grinding to a count of twenty (one one thousand, two one thousand, etc.). Sometimes it helps to pause at ten and shake the grinder lightly to ensure a thorough grinding with no left over whole beans. Enjoy!
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James, this thing will need a lot of air to work effortlessly so without knowing the exact specs of your compressor, I'm guessing since you are a DIYer that it WILL NOT be up to the task. But I could be wrong... verify your compressor output, tank size, etc and compare with the requirements stated for the grinder. Good luck!
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Ours did the same thing. My husband had to re-vamp the grinder as it was rubbing. Our first time using it was a total mess too. We thought about returning it but my husband fixed it somehow but I could not tell you for sure what he did. He is a machine designer so he could see what the problem was.....
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I'm not sure but it sounds as though the grinder gear may be gunked up. Do you remove and clean everything after each use? Try cleaning things as well as possible, especially the gear in bottom of the grinder. If that doesn't work I'm afraid I can't help. Good luck and happy java!
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I have the same machine, it works great. I'm guessing that yours is defective. Unless its totally calcified it should work great.
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Mine only makes a quick, not too loud of a noise, right as it turns on... before it starts to grind. It only lasts a fraction of a second. I would be concerned if you have a continuing noise. I would exchange it, rather than worry every time you use it.
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Try this. NO water. Filter Set grind control to 2. Grind away. View results.Next set grind control on 12 (finest) Grind away. Observe.Grind Control might be bad.Are you using "strength control"?When you clean the chute, do you get a packed fine powder type substance?I've had my first machine for 9 years and the new one for one year.I recently had a problem. The chute & everything all the way down was clogged with wet coffee. I somehow must have gotten water in the hopper. REAL mess to clean up.For the first 7 years of ownership I never cleaned the chute. The grinder was powerful enough to make a hole in the chute.Let me know if this was helpful.Sincerely,Roger Try this. NO water. Filter Set grind control to 2. Grind away. View results.Next set grind control on 12 (finest) Grind away. Observe.Grind Control might be bad.Are you using "strength control"?When you clean the chute, do you get a packed fine powder type substance?I've had my first machine for 9 years and the new one for one year.I recently had a problem. The chute & everything all the way down was clogged with wet coffee. I somehow must have gotten water in the hopper. REAL mess to clean up.For the first 7 years of ownership I never... » Read More Try this. NO water. Filter Set grind control to 2. Grind away. View results.Next set grind control on 12 (finest) Grind away. Observe.Grind Control might be bad.Are you using "strength control"?When you clean the chute, do you get a packed fine powder type substance?I've had my first machine for 9 years and the new one for one year.I recently had a problem. The chute & everything all the way down was clogged with wet coffee. I somehow must have gotten water in the hopper. REAL mess to clean up.For the first 7 years of ownership I never cleaned the chute. The grinder was powerful enough to make a hole in the chute.Let me know if this was helpful.Sincerely,Roger « Show Less
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Have you removed the bean hopper and then cleaned out the grinder and chute with your brushes? Sometimes you have to dig at the chute to get it fully cleaned out. If it's plugged though, it won't grind.Hope this helps :-). Cuisenart customer service certainly doesn't.
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Have the same issue. Gears are stuck and the brewing unit won't go in all the way. I sent mine to Phillips last week for replacement
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Ditto...the same happened to me. I had mine replaced once. I ended up giving the grinder away once I found out that this grinder can't grind fine enough for my espresso machine. The water just blasted thru the portafilter too fast even when I had grind on finest setting.
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You can use less pressure, it just takes a little longer. A slightly coarser grind will decrease the amount of pressure needed. A thin silicone pot holder under the cup will keep it form moving on the counter if that is a problem.
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If the grind setting is too fine for your beans, they may just bounce around and not fall into the burr. Try slowly dialing back your setting to see if it starts grinding. If you do this while it is grinding, you will hear when it actually beings to work. This is all assuming you have checked for clogs and cleaned everything out.