Leftover grounds in machine? Seems like there are a lot of grounds left in the machine after the grind. I realized this when I accidently tried to remove the bean holder on top (with beans) and then realized I would have to take the whole thing apart. Lots of grounds came out!Anyone else worried about this? this would mean old grounds get in your next cup...which is a bit annoying. Also, do people dump out the beans and replace every grind...i think the instructions suggest doing that, but there is no text, so I am not sure?Thanks!Erin Leftover grounds in machine? Seems like there are a lot of grounds left in the machine after the grind. I realized this when I accidently tried to remove the bean holder on top (with beans) and... » Read More Leftover grounds in machine? Seems like there are a lot of grounds left in the machine after the grind. I realized this when I accidently tried to remove the bean holder on top (with beans) and then realized I would have to take the whole thing apart. Lots of grounds came out!Anyone else worried about this? this would mean old grounds get in your next cup...which is a bit annoying. Also, do people dump out the beans and replace every grind...i think the instructions suggest doing that, but there is no text, so I am not sure?Thanks!Erin « Show Less
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I see this when I'm about ready to get a new one. For the price a better burr grinder can not be bought. I agree with Harry, Since I discovered this after the first couple of uses I have gently wobbled it back and forth for a sec before I take out the glass catcher. Clean it before getting primo Kona or Jamaican Blue. Mine is six years old. Used at least once daily, it's not as quick so I'm getting a new one before the price goes up again. The consistency of the grind is exceptional with this grinder.
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It's a constant pain -- each time you grind, then pull out the glass container, grounds fall out of the burr area onto the counter and onto the base where the glass container rests, so that when using the machine it's constantly messy around the base. I can only think of a bunch of ways the thing could have a better design -- like a manual or automatic flap or slide to close off the area to grounds can't fall out when you remove the catcher and so on. Might have added a few cents to the original cost to manufacture, OMG!
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After the grinder stops, "slap" the motor housing with your palms on both sides at the same time. This works to dump grinds from the burr into the glass pot. It also helps to release the static electricity. Don't use the hopper to store beans. Store them in an airtight container and measure each day's beans. Oh, and be sure to turn off the toggle switch after using. You will save electricity and the motor will be cool for your next grind.
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The leftover grounds problem is more than just grounds in the cleanable areas around the burrs. When my machine started to die, I took it completely apart - unscrewed the housing, etc. & the inside all around the motor/everywhere was coated with grounds. I was diligent about doing the maintenance cleaning of my machine - every 1-2 weeks. I didn't realize how choked the INSIDE/GUTS of the machine was, which probably shortened the life. The grounds INSIDE the machine were very fine & dusty/clinging to everything. I got 3 years out of mine. If I was buying this new today, I would dismantle my entire machine every 3-6 months & really clean it out. The leftover grounds problem is more than just grounds in the cleanable areas around the burrs. When my machine started to die, I took it completely apart - unscrewed the housing, etc. & the inside all around the motor/everywhere was coated with grounds. I was diligent about doing the maintenance cleaning of my machine - every 1-2 weeks. I didn't realize how choked the INSIDE/GUTS of the machine was, which probably shortened the life. The grounds INSIDE the machine were very fine & dusty/clinging to everything. I got 3 years out of mine. If I was buying this new today, I would dismantle my... » Read More The leftover grounds problem is more than just grounds in the cleanable areas around the burrs. When my machine started to die, I took it completely apart - unscrewed the housing, etc. & the inside all around the motor/everywhere was coated with grounds. I was diligent about doing the maintenance cleaning of my machine - every 1-2 weeks. I didn't realize how choked the INSIDE/GUTS of the machine was, which probably shortened the life. The grounds INSIDE the machine were very fine & dusty/clinging to everything. I got 3 years out of mine. If I was buying this new today, I would dismantle my entire machine every 3-6 months & really clean it out. « Show Less
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I think you can either fill the top with beans (about 1/2 lb.) or toss them in just before the grind, I keep mine full. Either way, there's a bit of grind still in the unit, but that shouldn't be an issue because of the relative amount to new coffee, as well as the fact that unless it sits for an extended period, there isn't enough air and time to seriously degrade the next cup.
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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.
1938181
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!
341782
LOL, I haven't used it yet! I believe it is. I washed it and put it on the counter. I have beans to grind next week when my current batch runs out.
1233851
It works better if you clean grinder daily. If you let it go for a couple of days there is build up of beans that don't get ground up and of course the coffee doesn't taste as good.
707417
I use it every morning, however, didn't actually need to clean it, as yet - I usually leave beans in the top compartment and grind only as much coffee as I need, discard any leftovers. The grinder is still works well and looks great. I would probably use a brush, if I had to clean it (inside).
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As for cleaning; After I finish grinding the coffee beans, I use the little broom/brush (that comes attached to the side of the grinder) to get all the grinds out. That's it! I could use a damp paper towel to wipe it out if I were to grind other things, but I just do coffee. :)
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Yeh Bruce I was super anal about not "cross contaminating" my grind but I have not had an issue yet. Only issue I had was when I first bought this grinder I tasted a metallic after taste in my coffee. I was ready to return it but gave it a couple weeks and I'm glad I did. I think the burrs just needed to be seasoned. Which goes back to the question "SHOULD I clean my grinder, not WHEN.
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I usually only fill it 3/4 full with grounds. Also I think it depends on what type of reusable cup you use with it. If you can't seal it good before the brewing starts, that might contribute to your issue too. Good luck!
1506662
I have never had grounds in my coffee! I use a disposable filter in the filter that came with the pot. Be sure the disposable filter is carefully placed. Use your fingers to smooth it out inside the disposable filter. Good luck!
514267
Hi Zan,Hi Zan, I replaced two receptacles on my burr coffee grinder, as of recently it seems that it has gotten hard to find the replacements so I'll tell you what I did I'm a outside the box thinker. I had a small pottery bowl that fit perfectly under the grinding mechanism and it is wide at the top so that the coffee doesn't fly out and that's what I've been using for the past nine months. Good Luck ;-)
917877
when I take the bin, some of the flakes and grounds tend to stick to the bin and I have to tap it to get some of it out. generally a tiny bit stays in there. I grind pretty fine (15). Also, under the bin some flakes accumulate. I usually just blow those out.
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I'm surmising that you are concerned with waste of precious beans. Fear not. The exit end of the grinding mechanism is the last part of the unit that the coffee bean touches; the grind falls directly into the filter or canister. There is no chute or funnel to retain ground bean. There naturally will be grind left in the business part of the burrs when it shuts off, but that is not wasted, it just flows out at the beginning of the next grind.Now, if you are inquiring as to the capacity of the canister which is shown in the photograph, that exceeds one cup. The weight of the grounds which it contains, I cannot tell you. Considerably less than can be put into the top hopper, that is for certain. I'm surmising that you are concerned with waste of precious beans. Fear not. The exit end of the grinding mechanism is the last part of the unit that the coffee bean touches; the grind falls directly into the filter or canister. There is no chute or funnel to retain ground bean. There naturally will be grind left in the business part of the burrs when it shuts off, but that is not wasted, it just flows out at the beginning of the next grind.Now, if you are inquiring as to the capacity of the canister which is shown in the photograph, that exceeds one cup. The weight of the... » Read More I'm surmising that you are concerned with waste of precious beans. Fear not. The exit end of the grinding mechanism is the last part of the unit that the coffee bean touches; the grind falls directly into the filter or canister. There is no chute or funnel to retain ground bean. There naturally will be grind left in the business part of the burrs when it shuts off, but that is not wasted, it just flows out at the beginning of the next grind.Now, if you are inquiring as to the capacity of the canister which is shown in the photograph, that exceeds one cup. The weight of the grounds which it contains, I cannot tell you. Considerably less than can be put into the top hopper, that is for certain. « Show Less
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I'm trying to figure out what makes the difference since grounds go all the way to the top and sometimes overflow when my (grown) daughter makes the coffee, but not when I make it though we use the same amount of coffee. I do always shake the grinds down so they're evenly distributed. A few times the problem has been that two filters were stuck together. They come apart easier if you flip them inside out (the whole stack) then back before trying to separate them.
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yes, I presume, it is the same consistency as the grounded herbs I used, even a little bit coarser still. Now that you mention it, those tea bags ressemble coffee filters a lot- I don't use these kind of coffee pots so I would have not thought of it. Leave the #1 tea bag standing in the cup of mug, grinds will not leak out. Choose #2 and you can fold it over itself, very secure this way.
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Percolator grind. Anything else we used left grinds in the coffee. So we finally started buying beans at the store and grinding it there on "percolator" settings, and voila--no more grinds in the coffee pot. Unless you make 12 cups. Then I'm not sure anything will keep grinds confined.
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Not really. I have had this grinder for a few months now, and find that if I tap the grinder, maybe 1/4 - teaspoon, at most, comes out. I don't save it as I want freshly ground coffee each time I make it. The directions recommend cleaning the burrs every few weeks, and I have done it twice in a few months - that's all. I have not noticed appreciable residue when I switch from one kind of bean to another.
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Unless you are grinding a huge amount of coffee the beans do not show any tendency to fly out. NB: Allow time to grind - it's a leisurely process.