Leftover grounds in machine? Anyone else worried about this?
697047
I know this is an older question but I'll offer my 2 cents in case other buyers have this same concern. I too was wondering about the 'leftover' grounds stuck in the machine. So, every 2 weeks or so, I grind up 1 Tbls. of dry, uncooked rice on the coarsest setting. This works wonders at clearing out any old grounds as well as any oils that may be left behind, thus eliminating the possibility of rancidity. Then, when you next want to grind coffee beans again, just throw in 1 teaspoon of beans and run them through to clear out any white dust left from the rice cleaning. Dump it out and proceed as usual. Also, be vigilant about cleaning the grinder once a week or more by removing the upper burr and brushing everything out thoroughly, including turning the machine upside down over the sink and tapping it a few times to dump old grounds stuck inside. And don't forget to brush out the chute as well. I never store any beans in the hopper. They will get stale in a matter of hours doing that. The 4 mortal enemies of coffee are: Light, Heat, Moisture & Air. Keep them in an airtight container until you want to brew some coffee. Then you'll have a fresh brew every time.
1368229
Mine had some grinds in it, but not as you describe. Did the packaging look as if it was opened? I think I might be upset if my machine arrived 'dirty'. Even if the motor probably would not be damaged by the grinds, I would still expect my machine to arrive clean. Good luck, it really is a very good grinder.
274230
I have experienced my grounds to be quite soupy or watery when I go to dump them out. Not sure if it's normal, but it's been a bit messy. I try to let it drip out for as long as I can before cleaning the whole little coffee basket out under hot running water. Hope this helps.
1069841
it has happened to me once...it appeared to be an issue with the amount of coffee I had placed into it
1845712
I think the key to your question is: "too much". This press is a good coffee maker for the price and has not presented any problems, so far (I've had the press for a year and a half.) Answering your question: there is a residue of grounds left but not excessive. Good luck.
92861
I had an occasional spillage of used grinds on the tray, as well, but this issue self-corrected after the first required full maintenance. Probably greasing the movable parts "fixed" it. As far as the solid pucks -- same here. If you worry about the way your machine performs, I suggest you contact customer Philips support at 1- 800-933-7876 -- they were the most patient and helpful tech support people I have ever dealt with.
1897035
I have same machine. Never had any issues. Only suggestion is to ensure you use quality espresso ground coffee. If that doesn't help return machine.
1312397
There are holes for drainage. I put coffee filters over the holes before putting new the soil in.
1180059
This seems normal to me, I would not worry about it. I have talked to adults who remember what a treat it was as a kid to get the sugar off the side of the bowl, so that tells me this has been happening for many years. I find that if I do not have sugar on the inside of the bowl people will not order cotton candy because they don't want to be the first to get the machine dirty. If people can see your machine, make sure it has sugar in the bowl before you open for business.
1345839
Did you refrigerate after opening? If not that is probably the problem. If you did then I'm not sure what would cause it.
1546880
I am having the same problem. I just used the singel brew several times. We buy specialty coffee beans at costco & grind them daily since we love gormet coffee. I used 2 scoopes of beans (normally 5 scoops for a full pot) brewed it & it was see thru dirt colored water! WTF? So I ground up 3 heaping scoops & tried again, darker water with tons of grounds in it! Seriously? What could a preson possibly get wrong with putting in a cup of water, grounds & pushing a button (basically)? I dont get it...Maybe its just defective. I guess I hate the single brew in this machine now. Kinda sucks. BUMMER!
1984168
I wouldn't chance it only because if you ruined the machine your SOL. Also, if you don't have it ground the proper grind it will not give as good brew. I understand your problem I truly do-sorry about that:( I just went to SB the other day and had them put the grind on the 2 setting (if that helps)
211955
I use paper towels to scrap the clogged grounds from the filter when I need to use it again - I have two filter cups to fill up with my decaffeinated coffee in the mornings after breakfast daily! Good luck in cleaning yours thoroughly!!
1168601
The only thing I can suggest is what someone already did - take the underneath plate off, and use distilled water. Hope you did not put anything in the water..that will certain spoil the machine.
53097
I had another thought about this. I had nearly forgotten but when I first got mine, the two green cups were stuck together and I didn't realize it. It came out in drops and made a terrible mess with the grounds. I probably should have noticed that they were stuck together but well . . .
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.
776389
just got mine out of the box and i'm having the same problem. the filter holder is hot, the steamer seems to be working, but water isn't going through. i thought i tamped the grounds too much, so i have now tried with a loose tamp and with no coffee grounds at all. All I get is a horrible noise. I'm very frustrated!