Has anyone had this a long time? My last mill started leaving metal powder on everything I ground. Does this one?
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I bought it as part of my food storage and emergency preparedness plans. I am a Mormon so food storage is part of my life. I have only used it 7-8 times over the past couple of years, but have never noticed a metal powder coming off. That sounds like a manufacturing defect with the finish. It has worked fine every time I used it. If you plan to use it very frequently I might consider one of the electric options or at least buy the motor for this one - I did.
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I have not experienced that with mine. Sounds like thermal expansion of metal. If its under warranty have it replaced, otherwise love it or leave it!
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sounds scary ... especially for me as my millstone only lasted 2 yrs instead of 5-10 yrs. So i guess i am getting more residual corundum in the milled grains. I read the link you posted - one of the reviewers there is of the opinion that were will residue in any kind milled grain - so its like 'pick you poison' scenario here.i guess i will try eat more rice now :-)
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Mine is brand new, and it does not grind finely at all. Everything is coarse, even when it's on the finest setting. I am going to return this.
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This has been a problem reported by other reviewers and I also have had the problem when I over tightened something inside while cleaning. I had the grinder fixed. Since then, the grind has been very even. You can read the comments section of my review to learn the whole story.
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I have a similar problem, i think the mill manufacturer should be awere and nitify custmers...
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Well, I haven't tried anything else but spices with properties similar to that of pepper could be ground, I would imagine.Since I use pepper quite often and anyways, emptying and refilling the mill every now and then with a different spice would end up being more time consuming than using a mortar & pestle.
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Mine is the same way. We have hard water in this area so I figure the residue is left over minerals after the water is boiled away. I just wipe with a paper towel. It hasn't been a problem.
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The base of the grinder is made of wood. I haven't had any problems with static electricity. It takes a little bit of time to get the knack of pouring the grounds out of the base, and learning can be messy, but once you get it spills are rare.
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My grinder works great. Regarding your problem, you could try replacing the batteries or possibly changing the type of salt/pepper your using. Good luck!
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Mine does alright with the waffle and spherical powders stay pretty well dead on tubular extruded powders need to be checked closer. Not sure how little it will meter but I don't go below 4gr for anything.
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Yes Sanjay, that is exactly my predicament at this moment, as both kind of materials i.e metal and stone may leave residuals. So i am unable to make sure which grain mill to go with. So far i am sure i won't buy anything with Corundum. May be "Basalt in Magnesite" as used on those Schnitzer grain mills may be worth researching. If you come across some other solution then please share.
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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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Mine did at first but with regular care it has gone away. Took a while though. Besides that I am completely satisfied with this quality grinder.
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Without actually seeing the grinder it's difficult to say what the problem is. Stainless doesn't rust easily and so I would be inclined to believe what you are seeing is lubricant from manufacturing turning color. Try washing it with Dawn dish soap and a white Scotchbrite scrubber. Be sure to dry the grinding stones very well. You can do that by grinding a hopper full of coffee beans.
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I haven't had that unfortunate experience. My Flojet has worked pretty well. It should grind up most non-solid stuff. Long fibers might be a problem.I learned to tip the Flojet up during the last rinse, after I found small amounts of non digested seeds and grit at the bottom of the dump hose. There might be some small fibers or hair left on the cutters.Definitely not a real pleasant task!
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I began smelling burning too around my 10th use, I noticed the fluff pressing against the stationary wheel (from where the resistance gears are) has been coming off. I plan to look further into it or call the company. It's like it's being burned off - turns into white powder...