What am I missing here, are you guys storing with the grounds inside all week? I see many reviews here stating that they use the concentrate all week long, but after pressing down your grounds are at the bottom... so are you pouring the coffee into a...
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Press down the grounds after brewing overnight. They won't be swimming around in the coffee because they will be pressed to the bottom and trapped under the filter. As for using 24 scoops, that sounds extremely strong to me; however, you will need to experiment until you fin the perfect taste for yourself. I found 15-16 scoops to be perfect and i like my brew on the stronger side, yet not overwhelmingly so. Hope this helps & I'm sorry no one else has bothered to take 2 minutes to respond.
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Catherine, I had this same question when reviewing owners questions and answers on Amazon's site. All the reviews seemed to be talking about grinding their own beans, but I looked the coffee maker over real good and it looked to me that I could use already ground coffee from a can or a pouch. I bought it and sure enough it handles ground coffee just like any other coffee maker. Enjoy, it's working great. (The lighted clock "is" really bright but no bother to me. Hey ! It's in the kitchen not in the bedroom! LOL
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I always store mine in a hermetic jar and don't notice a significant deterioration in the quality by the time I get to the last beans. Americas Test Kitchen has recommendations regarding storing coffee so whatever works best for you.
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I've had this machine for only 4 days now, and the only problem I see with it is that even with low levels of coffee grounds they come perilously close to overflowing the #4 cone filter. I suspect this is due to two factors: 1) the filter basket bottom is flat so that once the filter is wet it sags to conform which lowers it and allows grounds to overflow, and 2) I suspect water flows faster than other coffeemakers I've had (DCC-1200) and this causes water to stay in the basket longer. I'm using the same amount and grind on my coffee and also the same filters and this was never an issue on the DCC-1200. I'll experiment a bit and hopefully find a solution or this is going back. I've had this machine for only 4 days now, and the only problem I see with it is that even with low levels of coffee grounds they come perilously close to overflowing the #4 cone filter. I suspect this is due to two factors: 1) the filter basket bottom is flat so that once the filter is wet it sags to conform which lowers it and allows grounds to overflow, and 2) I suspect water flows faster than other coffeemakers I've had (DCC-1200) and this causes water to stay in the basket longer. I'm using the same amount and grind on my coffee and also the same filters and this was never an issue on... » Read More I've had this machine for only 4 days now, and the only problem I see with it is that even with low levels of coffee grounds they come perilously close to overflowing the #4 cone filter. I suspect this is due to two factors: 1) the filter basket bottom is flat so that once the filter is wet it sags to conform which lowers it and allows grounds to overflow, and 2) I suspect water flows faster than other coffeemakers I've had (DCC-1200) and this causes water to stay in the basket longer. I'm using the same amount and grind on my coffee and also the same filters and this was never an issue on the DCC-1200. I'll experiment a bit and hopefully find a solution or this is going back. « Show Less
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I was struggling with this as well. This process worked better (I actually got a great cup like this):~24 grams medium ground (Baratza encore setting 26)190-200F water (Hotter than I was doing, pretty much just filled the press up when inverted)Pour slowly, Stir for ~15 seconds, use two rinsed filters (I do all this slowly so it is around 30 sec brew times). Flip it over and press slowly. Now, I
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Hi Victoria:I delayed answering your email because I wanted to be 100% sure I was correct. I went home and made a pot of (Mountian Blue) coffee. I filled it up to 5 cups - on the glass carafe it was just a tad under the max line and not a drop spilled. So short answer your pot is defective :(
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What kind of coffee do you use? Does it happen both with beans and powder? Wonder if it's too fine or if maybe the water overflows in the filter and wash the grounds in your pot. I had that once.
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I agree with Karin. I use fine ground all the time. I don't pack it tight like you see done at espresso bar. Keeping the metal filter and rubber gasket clean is right too. After over a year, I still love the coffee it makes!
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Good question. Hmm. I get approx 2 pots of coffee from a full bean storage container. I guess I should read how to adjust the grind maybe save some money. I usually make a pot and waste 1/2 of ur. Not to smart I guess
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I suspect that you're not putting enough coffee grounds in. First, grind very fine, espresso grind (powder, as fine as you get get it). Then put 2+ heaping Tablespoons of grounds for every 6oz of water you pour through. This means, when I make a cup of coffee, normal mug, I use 4 heaping Tablespoons of grounds -- my mug comfortably holds about 12 oz of coffee with a bit of room at the top. When I make two cups, one for my wife and one for myself, I use 5 heaping Tablespoons of grounds. It nearly fills up the #2 filter, but I pour the water slowly and keep the water topped up throughout the pouring process. If you let it go down and fill again, the filter tends to get clogged and it takes *forever* for it to brew and flow through. My wife likes a slightly weaker cup of coffee, so the second cup is hers. If you are looking for strong, add more grounds. Hope that helps!
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I put 30ml regular ground coffee in pod. Clean all grounds from sealing area . Good Luck !!
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Are you cleaning it periodically. The shoot where the coffee comes out can get narrow over time with buildup. Also, you must completely screw off the hopper to get into the burrs to clean them. Without cleaning the buildup will slow output and strain the motor to eventual failure. So are you doing this maintenance or does the problem lie elsewhere? I have one which I use daily but it is only 3 weeks old
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To second another answer... There should be a little note from the factory that says they test with actual coffee before the unit leaves the factory, so finding left over grinds is normal on new units.
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Looking at the grinder count 7 notches from the left(coarse side) . Set it at the mark that is right below the letters o and r in the word "percolator" above .Don't know if it makes a difference but I also have the strength set at one notch to the strong side. I tried many types of grinds and this works absolutely the best .Also you might want to take a used "k" cup and empty it out removing the paper filter inside . Cut off the very top edge of the used "k"cup and insert it into the my kcup holder.Use three coffee scoops in the basket for a 10 ounce cup.Tap the basket on your counter to settle the coffee in the filter .Comes out Strong but not too strong. Then put your filter basket with the coffee into the holder ,screw on the top and you will have a great cup of coffee . The old cut down kcup can be used over and over again,just wash it with the rest of the parts. Here is a link you can use http://www.instructables.com/id/Get-a-STRONGER-Brew-from-your-My-Kcup/#step1 Enjoy . Ps Try blending a good Colombian and Sumatran or Ethiopian . Real nice smooth brew!!!
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Hi Victoria: I delayed answering your email because I wanted to be 100% sure I was correct. I went home and made a pot of (Mountian Blue) coffee. I filled it up to 5 cups - on the glass carafe it was just a tad under the max line and not a drop spilled. So short answer your pot is defective :(
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Perhaps the grounds are wrong, do you await the light going on? Some suggest using a paperfilter but I don't mind grinding it fine and having a bit of silt Or two grinding runs, usually, one coarse and the top fine (not too fine ... caffeine is a certain size, like LSD, it gets smaller in your system )
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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.