Is it possible to clean so as to prevent cross contamination of flavors? Don't want cumin flavored coffee LOL
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Try blending something neutral flavored (like rice)... It should pick up any particulates and carry them away without leaving its own flavor
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I keep the grinder for coffee for coffee alone. If we are talking about spices, there is often a sort of co-mingling in the course of a dish so it isn't that important if there is a little mix in the flavorings. I do wish it very carefully with detergent and water but would not guarrantee no cross-contamination.
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You are correct. You do not have to remove it. Be aware that you absolutely do not want to use a fine ground coffee. They will overflow
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I've used this model for tea as well as coffee, and I have not noticed any lingering flavours. When using it for coffee, I wash it with very hot water only, but before making tea I will use a detergent to get the oils completely out. I also disassemble the screens between each use to ensure the grounds are completely removed. Some teas will embed themselves into the screen more than coffee grounds will, so you'll need to rub the screen to remove them all after use.
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No, don't clean it that way. Go to the local hardware or some grocery stores carry it and go to the dish soap isle and look for coffee maker cleaning tabs.
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Hi Charles. I too do not want my coffee to have ANY modifications to the original coffee bean's tastes. I simply rinse the entire apparatus thoroughly with plain tap water each and every I time use it. About once a week I'll use a couple of drops (no more!) of Dawn and a soft sponge on everything, but I've never felt compelled to disassemble any parts; although I suppose you could it just doesn't seem necessary. The instructions say "If it's very dirty" to use a small amount of bleach, but I wouldn't dare use anything so harsh. Besides, after quite a bit of use, it's still squeaky clean. Just keep rising after EVERY use - it'll be fine. Hi Charles. I too do not want my coffee to have ANY modifications to the original coffee bean's tastes. I simply rinse the entire apparatus thoroughly with plain tap water each and every I time use it. About once a week I'll use a couple of drops (no more!) of Dawn and a soft sponge on everything, but I've never felt compelled to disassemble any parts; although I suppose you could it just doesn't seem necessary. The instructions say "If it's very dirty" to use a small amount of bleach, but I wouldn't dare use anything so harsh. Besides, after quite a bit of use, it's still squeaky... » Read More Hi Charles. I too do not want my coffee to have ANY modifications to the original coffee bean's tastes. I simply rinse the entire apparatus thoroughly with plain tap water each and every I time use it. About once a week I'll use a couple of drops (no more!) of Dawn and a soft sponge on everything, but I've never felt compelled to disassemble any parts; although I suppose you could it just doesn't seem necessary. The instructions say "If it's very dirty" to use a small amount of bleach, but I wouldn't dare use anything so harsh. Besides, after quite a bit of use, it's still squeaky clean. Just keep rising after EVERY use - it'll be fine. « Show Less
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No problem keeping it clean. I rinse it out daily after coffee plus it is dishwasher safe so it gets a trip through that machine at least once a week.
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When you put the kcup in you need to make sure the holder for it is completely flat. That should help with the coffee grounds. For the smell, I would run some white vinegar through it and that should hopefully take care of it. The weakness depends on how much water you put in. I know you probably know all of this but this is all I know. I love mine.
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After every use, I use light soapy water in the canister and pump it out with the pumper and rinse the same way. We use it for both coffee and hot tea and there seems to be no crossover flavors. Luv the Bunn!
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It should not be messy at all. Follow these steps: 1. Make sure you are using coarse coffee grounds 2. Use a large paper filter (you can buy them on Amazon) and insert the ring with the holes in it inside the filter near the top as you put the filter in. This prevents the filter from collapsing. You can pour the grounds right through the holes. 3. Make sure the water drips very slowly into the grounds. Never just pour water in all at once. 4. Once you have drained the coffee from the grounds, remove the ring, rinse it off, and then just just dump the grounds into the trash.
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You can run vinegar/coffee maker cleaner through it but you can't take the bottom off due to tamper proof screws. The grinder mechanism can be cleaned by removing the clear ground coffee chute cover and using a thin soft bristle brush, sold in kitchen stores for cleaning coffee grinders
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I just use hot water and a touch of dish soap. Then put the cap back on and give it a vigorous shake and dump. Then keep refilling halfway with hot water and capping/ dumping until the water empties clean. No problems with that. Just make sure to clean it after your done with the coffee so you don't go to fill it up the next day and find a surprise in there. ;)
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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 read reviews before buying that said clogging was an issue. However, I have had no problems with ours. Obviously I use dark roast espresso beans, as fresh as humanly possible, and have had no issue at all. The only problem I've had has been limiting the number of drinks I pull on it. We've been on a caffeine high since we got it, and even have friends drop by for theirs more often. I do a complete clean off the new group every week as recommended, which probably is necessary to remain problem free.
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I have never done this, but I assume that it will brew it just like it would water. If this happens, I would suggest cleaning the machine thoroughly. Just fill up the back with a couple ounces of white vinegar and a couple ounces of water and brew it again. That should take care of any build up that happens because of the coffee being brewed in the back. It will make your room smell like you spilled a jug of vinegar in it, but that goes away quickly. I have used this method for every coffee maker I have ever owned, whenever they get clogged or dirty, so I know it's safe and effective.
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Sometimes I leave it in, and sometimes I take it out. I truly don't notice any difference in the flavor of the coffee. Since the pot is hot after brewing, it is awkward to remove it, but if the pot's been sitting a while, I might remove the cool basket before gently reheating. Hope this helps!!:-)
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I rinse in warm water. The glass lining should be impervious to the coffee oils lingering as might be with stainless. It would not hurt to use a soft sponge on a stick to clean occasionally if you wish.
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Personally I'd rather clean mine every as it keeps residue from accumulating in the working parts of the coffee maker, thus possibly giving you better service for a longer period of time. In addition, I don't like the taste of the coffee if it's made in a dirty pot.