how to clean KSM2 grinder?
1864992
In all honesty, we never clean it. You can just wipe it out with a cloth or paper towel. Are you talking about washing it? Never done that before. We've had this particular one for several years now, by the way. It's a great little work horse.
1864993
Unplug it (important!!!) and wipe it out with a clean paper towel(s). That's what I do.
737026
Hi Kate, this is a little tricky to diagnose via Amazon. Did you remove the hopper and bur? You should do this just to be sure there is nothing visible that could prevent the grounds from exiting the unit into the container. You might also try running a paperclip down through the shoot to be sure nothing has gotten stuck in there. Also, did you set to a very fine grind? If so, maybe dial it back to be sure you can get any grinding action. Does the motor seem as though it is laboring to perform the grind? I hope someone else can chime-in here, but give Baratza a call. I know you said no clogs, but I always go through the steps (even the most logical ones) a couple of times to be sure I did not mis something. Good luck and I wish I had the magic answer to your problem. I hope you get the grinder working because I sure enjoy mine and it still is performing perfectly. Best
181741
Grandpa taught me MANY years ago to run a few broken pieces of dry bread through a grinder as the last thing before taking it apart to clean it. The slightly abrasive and adsorbent bread seems to scour the drive worm, cutter, and plate pretty good. You still need to wash it, tho!
1149238
Ours did the same thing. My husband had to re-vamp the grinder as it was rubbing. Our first time using it was a total mess too. We thought about returning it but my husband fixed it somehow but I could not tell you for sure what he did. He is a machine designer so he could see what the problem was.....
807131
Easy. After grinding, I remove the top and clean the top under running water using a few swipes with a regular toothbrush. Then I clean the inside of the grinder using a paper towel----I do this part pretty soon after using it and it's no problem getting it clean.
2165113
I clean mine after each use by plunging the spinner (while spinning) into soapy water and then into clean water and wiping it dry with a soft cloth.
786329
you can remove the disc by depressing the small black knob located on the aluminum housing just above the disc on the left side of the grinder (same side as the on/off switch.) The disc can then be turned in a CCW direction. if it is to tight use a screw driver by inserting it in one of the holes on the disc. Hope this helps
279856
I haven't really needed to clean mine so far. I only grind coffee in it and it's stayed pretty clean. I don't mind a little dust. That said, if I had to clean it, I'd just wipe it off with a damp rag.
1879091
It depends on exactly what you mean, wiping it down is fine. If you want to clean/purge the grinding area the best way is to put through some dry rice and it will clean the grinding mechanism.
707418
The only cleaning I do is brush out the dust from the Drawer area. Since I use it every day, I don't worry about the Grinding Mechanism. It grinds very well and leaves very little dust behind.I've never noticed any different flavor in my coffee. To clean the Grinding chamber, I think you would have to dismantle it.
1027254
No, so far the grinder has stayed dry. The grinder does not need to be cleaned every time it is used.
2165117
I usually rinse it through hot water and turning on the frother part. If you have not done it after every single usage, you might want to soak the frother part and let all the gunk soften first.
2148711
I am having the same problem. I adjusted my grinder to a coarse setting but I still get the sludge.
1908260
Yes, after less than 2 years, my grinder stopped grinding well, I couldn't fix it, and had to get rid of it. I was really mad.
796291
The inner cup and blades are not removable for cleaning. I use a soft brush. It's great for cleaning grinds out of your grinder.
796293
Blades are not removable. Best way to clean a grinder like this is to use RICE. Put in about 3-4 tablespoons of rice (not cooked) and chop it up. Rice has a neutral flavor and naturally soaks up and clings to any oils, debris and gunk that coffee, spices and herbs will leave. Then just dump the ground rice in the compost. Works like a charm.
231127
The thing is hard as the dickens to get off once you grind w/it. You'll have to clean out all the residue and then try it.