could i use Shop air to clean grinder, instead of taking it apart?
1985325
It is actually quite easy to take apart. In order to use a shop vac, you do need to remove the grind cover. Then you can use a standard vacuum cleaner or shop vac to complete the process. The instructions were easy to follow. I have had mine over a year now and have really enjoyed how well it grinds the coffee. No powder like in a chopper.
1985326
I use my shop air to clean it easily and quickly. Make sure you don't get coffee bits in your eyes...
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.
1985328
I would stick with Grindz Burr Grinder Cleaner. I found it to have the best outcome for cleaning the burr grinder; I use it once a month to keep my husband's special ordered Ethiopian and Peru coffees beans fresh tasting
1985329
It's easy to clean. My coffee supplier (Coffee A.M.) told me to run plain white rice through it to soak up the oils. Works like a charm! I've only cleaned it twice in 8 months. Really no need for any more than that.
190164
It takes a while to properly clean the grinder. You could switch beans and grind a little and dispose of the "cleansing" ground beans.
57541
Your first answer seems to cover your question pretty well. I'll add that because this is a nearly unique machine, keep up with the warranty. I don't think many local repairmen know how to service the grinder.
712446
No. The milling process generates a good bit of dust and the canister is designed to allow for air flow along with the filtering of the dust. The canister works quiet well and can easily be detached for cleanup and storage.
359104
I didn't wash the grinder, but I washed the vase. You can easily wipe it clean with a towel. The grinder, well, I figured it's going to giving me particles of spices anyway, so I didn't really care if there were other particles inside of it. I'm sure as it grinds the spices I get a little ceramic dust every time. As for residues, I can't speak to that. I'm still alive and healthy as far as I know. I've had mine for a long time now and never once washed or cleaned out the grinder. I've never cleaned the grinder on the second one I bought either, and no problems yet. I think you'd be alright with just cleaning the vase. I didn't wash the grinder, but I washed the vase. You can easily wipe it clean with a towel. The grinder, well, I figured it's going to giving me particles of spices anyway, so I didn't really care if there were other particles inside of it. I'm sure as it grinds the spices I get a little ceramic dust every time. As for residues, I can't speak to that. I'm still alive and healthy as far as I know. I've had mine for a long time now and never once washed or cleaned out the grinder. I've never cleaned the grinder on the second one I bought either, and no problems yet. I think you'd be alright... » Read More I didn't wash the grinder, but I washed the vase. You can easily wipe it clean with a towel. The grinder, well, I figured it's going to giving me particles of spices anyway, so I didn't really care if there were other particles inside of it. I'm sure as it grinds the spices I get a little ceramic dust every time. As for residues, I can't speak to that. I'm still alive and healthy as far as I know. I've had mine for a long time now and never once washed or cleaned out the grinder. I've never cleaned the grinder on the second one I bought either, and no problems yet. I think you'd be alright with just cleaning the vase. « Show Less
1027254
No, so far the grinder has stayed dry. The grinder does not need to be cleaned every time it is used.
1208133
We do not recommend taking the unit apart, however, you can use compressed air to gently clean the blades.
379045
It's probably not a good idea to let the grinder run much without coffee in it. Metal grinding on metal is never healthy for a machine. You can put extra coffee in the hopper and just set the "cups" setting to the minimum, then only use the ground coffee you actually need.
929105
yes. the grinder can be used to grind anything, even dried spices, that is large enough to need grinding. you will have to clean the grinder after each use or before grinding coffee beans, so that your coffee doesn't taste off.
895920
Don't bother. I never use that glass receptacle. If your doing a whole bag at one time, find a receptacle that fits under to catch the grind as I do. Your going to have static cling regardless of its glass or plastic. I used that small glass receptacle once, never again. Check your cupboards & find the perfect one. You don't need the one that came with your grinder.
2005790
This particular model is a Semi-Automatic. So yes you would have to purchase a separate grinder with this machine.
1360228
The pan and grinder attachment's are, the motor housing is not. I will take it all apart and run only the parts by themselves in the dishwasher. I do hand wash the parts to get all the big stuff off then in it goes.
13998
This grinder does disassemble but it is not easy to clean. The small cleaning brush that comes with the grinder is practically useless. We purchased a larger brush to help facilitate cleaning.
2102365
That grinder has a cfm rating for continuous use. Your small compressor will run it, but may run out of air. But regardless. That grinder is a great tool.
2130328
Whether you gas or steam autoclave the grinder, it will do fine; but unless you need it for surgery, why not just wash it?The inside is not chromed, so there is no chance of the chrome coming off in your food.
2274773
I would answer yes, but there are better ways. Because of the length of the blade you would have to use one wheel on the grinder at a time. Because of deep nicks on the blade from rocks or what ever, you may wear the grit off the wheel quite a bit. A ribbon sander with 60 or 80 grit would be better. Or even a metal file. That being said, I could do it, and do it well.
433605
Can I put the whole thing in the dishwasher? Can and should the grinding part be rinsed?