First time using, grinds even and works great, however, noticed the adjustment knob wobbles a bit when grinding. Is that normal?
303710
Mine does the same thing when running. Think it is directly connected to part of the drive assembly.
303711
Yes! I have the same thing. It moves just a bit side-to-side when grinding.
303712
mine wobbles a bit too. I believe the grinding mechanism is soft mounted to reduce stress on the parts, and that means a bit of movement when working. I don't believe either of us has anything to worry about.
303713
Minimal movement relates to attachment to grinding mechanism. Not a problem
303714
That is normal. Look at your manual where it talks about cleaning and adjusting. You will see in the picture the two burr plates that grind the beans are separated by a spring. As you turn the knob to adjust the grind size it compresses or relaxes the spring. As the beans travel through the plates they flex some which causes the knob to wobble slightly. The plates need to be cleaned periodically with the supplied brush, so see for yourself. Remove the two big silver screws and slide out the knob assembly which exposes the burr plates and the spring. It is simple and only takes a couple minutes. That is normal. Look at your manual where it talks about cleaning and adjusting. You will see in the picture the two burr plates that grind the beans are separated by a spring. As you turn the knob to adjust the grind size it compresses or relaxes the spring. As the beans travel through the plates they flex some which causes the knob to wobble slightly. The plates need to be cleaned periodically with the supplied brush, so see for yourself. Remove the two big silver screws and slide out the knob assembly which exposes the burr plates and the spring. It is simple and only takes a couple... » Read More That is normal. Look at your manual where it talks about cleaning and adjusting. You will see in the picture the two burr plates that grind the beans are separated by a spring. As you turn the knob to adjust the grind size it compresses or relaxes the spring. As the beans travel through the plates they flex some which causes the knob to wobble slightly. The plates need to be cleaned periodically with the supplied brush, so see for yourself. Remove the two big silver screws and slide out the knob assembly which exposes the burr plates and the spring. It is simple and only takes a couple minutes. « Show Less
303715
Yes, it normal for the adjustment knob to wobble when the coffee is grinding.
303716
I have noticed that the adjustment knob does wobble abit, but it doesn't seem to be hurting anything. In the manual it does say that the grinders will loosen over time, but that there are adjustment screws that ban be tightened. So far so good, no problems.
2085508
Bottom of the grinder there is a knurled nut. Clockwise to adjust finer, counterclockwise to adjust coarser. Love mine!
2157502
I haven't had any problems however the first two I had quit working after only one time. This is my 3rd one since March and up to this point & time is working, the grinder produces consistent and smooth grind. No complaints at this time however if #3 doesn't work out, I will not get another one. This one is perfect, right now.
2233528
Thanks JJLet me know how you like the A10.Now the question is, how are you grinding your beans? I have a Baratza Vario and I am also very happy with it. Occasionally grinds will stick in the basket due to static, but overall pretty rock solid. They have the new Vario that doses by weight; wish I had it. When I use my Chemex or Hario pour overs, I weigh out the beans and water. If you haven't tried a pour over, it's an inexpensive investment which brews excellent coffee.Happy brewing my friend...
1501816
The grinder comes "set" and you have to loosen it a bit (read in a posting when I was buying it) to even use it. You should be able to set it super fine and may want to grind it twice. I'm still happy with it.
940757
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.
1306290
Would you mind posting a video to provide us an idea of the degree of wobble which you're seeing? There is slight expansion and contraction seen withing the juicing screen of extraction when the gears are in motion however the entire extractor housing, at least on my unit, doesn't wobble.
2085511
I'll say. Had to use plyers to get a grip and leverage to adjust the grind size. Lucky I wanted a fine only grind size. I haven't changed since I used the plyers to set it the first time.
1943658
It is totally smooth. Slight intentions on middle ring with grind size adjustment. This is a GREAT kitchen tool!
218673
My grinder has settings 0-40. Mine is set on 18. So basically a medium setting.
778490
You can adjust it to grind at different degrees of coarseness, and it is very consistent at whatever degree you choose. It is smaller than I expected, but otherwise very nice. I prefer it to the electric grinder when I am making less than a full pot. It takes too long to use for a full pot since you have to refill it 3 or 4 times.
116429
It does that and don't worry. Just make sure to give it a tap on it to make sure it's on. I had an incident that the pot kept hissing and not building enough pressure so I sort of popped it on top of the knob and it stopped and then built pressure. I guess I didn't have it on correct. Yes, it will wobble like its loose. Just make sure it's pointing to the correct way.
721987
Hi there! Yes, my grind setting is incredibly difficult to change but I am able to change it, I just never do. I didn't even realize that the manual said to change it during the grind. I have done it only while it's not grinding. I have noticed that it will change a little easier if I don't push down too hard. It's a bit frustrating so we just stopped changing it. We have it set to the finest grind and that's where it stays. :) Sorry I couldn't be more help.
1099628
I would say having used other grinders that it's not exceptionally easy but average. There is some twisting involved. Hope that helps. It works well.
2272055
I have had mine for about a year now. It has been heavily used daily, and I am sad to say that the no matter how I adjust it, the adjuster for the pepper grind seems to have stopped working. Everything comes out very coarse now. The pepper corns are being ground too coarse to make this mill usable. I will have to replace it.
880331
Yes, in fact most of the settings produce a rather finer-than-usual grind. I have never used the finest setting since I don't make espresso. However, the medium grind produces a powder that was as fine as the espresso setting on my previous grinder. Be aware that this grinder requires constant cleaning and the mechanism has gone out of alignment on me twice. It is terrible to fix it since you must dismantled the whole upper assembly using a special screwdriver that most people don't likely have.
1687756
I like mine I always wanted one. I had no problems make sure base is level and both polishing ends are seated properly on the shaft if it still wobbles the shaft must be bent then I would return it