how is the strength of the brew controlled.
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There is no control on the machine. You choose the various coffee pods for strength and flavor. It does have 2 settings for cup size, so I suppose if you used the bigger choice, the coffee would be less strong.
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I have not noticed any difference. If anything, the fine mesh might retain the water a bit longer, thereby strengthening the brew.
396326
If you want strong coffee, push the "two big cups" buton and interrupt brewing by pushing any buton when one cup of water comes through! That gives you the "extra strength" coffee.
276112
Strength depends on coarseness of grind and brewing time (and temperature). You have to experiment. I'd say that filling the cone halfway with medium grind plus 2 day fridge brew would yield roughly normal strength coffee.
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experimented a bit and found the opposite was true, when the arrow is pointed all the way to my right, it is slightly finer. it is noticeable in the strength of brew also. when to the right it is stronger. maybe krups meant the machines left and right, or maybe they just don't know their product, which appears well made and engineered (except of course the leaky carafe), but is marginally user friendly with incomplete instructions.
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I have it programmed so don't really pay attention. I do know if the BOLD appears it slows down the process..this is my 3rd Brewstation.
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No, but I did the recommended cleaning with vinegar multiple times before I brewed any coffee with it. As far as the weakness or strength of the coffee, I tired using the three different "Brew Strength" settings and although I could sense a change in the brew speed, I couldn't really sense a change in the brew strength. I ended up returning my unit because it was brewing well below the proper brew temp (160 vs 195-205 degrees F), that might account for a weak tasting brew.
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I like my coffee not as strong as most people, so I've adjusted the beans accordingly. Just practice till you get the strength you prefer.
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The smaller the cup the stronger the coffee. I like strong coffee and I use the 10 oz most
1129004
You can increase the strength of the coffee in two(2) ways:1. Decrease the coarseness of the grind (make the coffee grounds finer...more powdery)...this coffee ground coarseness adjustment nob/dial is in the coffee bin on top of the machine.2. Brew/press in espresso mode instead of coffee mode and/or brew with espresso beans.
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I use paper but would agree it is on the strong side. I put mine on the second from weakest and it grinds and brews to the strength I prefer. Did you keep your machine?
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Yes it can make from one to four cups and that is in your control. You choose on how many cups of water you put in and also how how much coffee you put in for the kind of strength you want.
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The round knob sets the brew strength and the button below is used in the descaling process.
762918
It's all in the ratios. But, since it takes so long to brew a batch I'm inclined to make as much as I can. But, if you follow the ratio of water and grounds, and follow the steps, I'm sure it would work just fine.
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This is wonderful information. Thanks for the prompt answer. Isn't the internet a marvel? One more question, if you're willing : does one have the option of pouring a cup before the brewing process is completely finished?Thanks again,
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You can "train" the machine to the brew the strength of coffee you want.Technically, yes. But you have to train it, which is nothing more than holding the button of your choice to the level in the cup with the appropriate capsule.
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I believe the 17.5 bar rating is what is set from the factory. You can manually set the pressure on the machine using a pressure reading device and a socket wrench. You can search this on the coffee forums. I have set mine to 15 bar, works amazing.