Leftover grounds in machine? Seems like there are a lot of grounds left in the machine after the grind. I realized this when I accidently tried to remove the bean holder on top (with beans) and then realized I would have to take the whole thing apart. Lots of grounds came out!Anyone else worried about this? this would mean old grounds get in your next cup...which is a bit annoying. Also, do people dump out the beans and replace every grind...i think the instructions suggest doing that, but there is no text, so I am not sure?Thanks!Erin Leftover grounds in machine? Seems like there are a lot of grounds left in the machine after the grind. I realized this when I accidently tried to remove the bean holder on top (with beans) and... » Read More Leftover grounds in machine? Seems like there are a lot of grounds left in the machine after the grind. I realized this when I accidently tried to remove the bean holder on top (with beans) and then realized I would have to take the whole thing apart. Lots of grounds came out!Anyone else worried about this? this would mean old grounds get in your next cup...which is a bit annoying. Also, do people dump out the beans and replace every grind...i think the instructions suggest doing that, but there is no text, so I am not sure?Thanks!Erin « Show Less
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I see this when I'm about ready to get a new one. For the price a better burr grinder can not be bought. I agree with Harry, Since I discovered this after the first couple of uses I have gently wobbled it back and forth for a sec before I take out the glass catcher. Clean it before getting primo Kona or Jamaican Blue. Mine is six years old. Used at least once daily, it's not as quick so I'm getting a new one before the price goes up again. The consistency of the grind is exceptional with this grinder.
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It's a constant pain -- each time you grind, then pull out the glass container, grounds fall out of the burr area onto the counter and onto the base where the glass container rests, so that when using the machine it's constantly messy around the base. I can only think of a bunch of ways the thing could have a better design -- like a manual or automatic flap or slide to close off the area to grounds can't fall out when you remove the catcher and so on. Might have added a few cents to the original cost to manufacture, OMG!
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After the grinder stops, "slap" the motor housing with your palms on both sides at the same time. This works to dump grinds from the burr into the glass pot. It also helps to release the static electricity. Don't use the hopper to store beans. Store them in an airtight container and measure each day's beans. Oh, and be sure to turn off the toggle switch after using. You will save electricity and the motor will be cool for your next grind.
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The leftover grounds problem is more than just grounds in the cleanable areas around the burrs. When my machine started to die, I took it completely apart - unscrewed the housing, etc. & the inside all around the motor/everywhere was coated with grounds. I was diligent about doing the maintenance cleaning of my machine - every 1-2 weeks. I didn't realize how choked the INSIDE/GUTS of the machine was, which probably shortened the life. The grounds INSIDE the machine were very fine & dusty/clinging to everything. I got 3 years out of mine. If I was buying this new today, I would dismantle my entire machine every 3-6 months & really clean it out. The leftover grounds problem is more than just grounds in the cleanable areas around the burrs. When my machine started to die, I took it completely apart - unscrewed the housing, etc. & the inside all around the motor/everywhere was coated with grounds. I was diligent about doing the maintenance cleaning of my machine - every 1-2 weeks. I didn't realize how choked the INSIDE/GUTS of the machine was, which probably shortened the life. The grounds INSIDE the machine were very fine & dusty/clinging to everything. I got 3 years out of mine. If I was buying this new today, I would dismantle my... » Read More The leftover grounds problem is more than just grounds in the cleanable areas around the burrs. When my machine started to die, I took it completely apart - unscrewed the housing, etc. & the inside all around the motor/everywhere was coated with grounds. I was diligent about doing the maintenance cleaning of my machine - every 1-2 weeks. I didn't realize how choked the INSIDE/GUTS of the machine was, which probably shortened the life. The grounds INSIDE the machine were very fine & dusty/clinging to everything. I got 3 years out of mine. If I was buying this new today, I would dismantle my entire machine every 3-6 months & really clean it out. « Show Less
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I think you can either fill the top with beans (about 1/2 lb.) or toss them in just before the grind, I keep mine full. Either way, there's a bit of grind still in the unit, but that shouldn't be an issue because of the relative amount to new coffee, as well as the fact that unless it sits for an extended period, there isn't enough air and time to seriously degrade the next cup.
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Weigh and grind what you need completely, remove the empty bean holder, and use a brush to clean the burrs and chamber. Mainly an issue for finer grinds. For drip coffee, the finest of the coarse settings works, and tipping the grinder while it finishes grinding and giving it a slap empties the chamber. That won't work for finer grinds, and you'll need a brush. The brush provided is inadequate, so you'll have to buy one.
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Thank you so much. i just put it in car to return. I will read this tonight and see if I can do it. I can't believe a coffee pot instructions are so difficult for me. this morning when it finished, i turned off brew is that right.printer messed up now.thank youbrenda
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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 . . .
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I usually only fill it 3/4 full with grounds. Also I think it depends on what type of reusable cup you use with it. If you can't seal it good before the brewing starts, that might contribute to your issue too. Good luck!
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I haven't had the grounds come up into the coffee. It is a mess to clean up but that's part of the French press thing I'm guessing!!!! You don't grind the coffee very fine so check that out too....good luck!!!!
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That the beans are not uniform is the only downside. Plus, you have to carefully time the process to not get it too fine. If you do French Press a lot, a burr grinder might be better. I used to have one, but I don't find the higher price fully justified replacing it once it broke. It might if I regularly did a lot of different coffee grinds. Otherwise I find with just a little experimentation I can find the sweet spot for most coffee using the blade grinder. To me the results are not that different than some might have us believe.
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I've seen a number of suggestions here for how to use your own ground coffee. This is what I do though...I buy the empty "tea" bags (they are quite cheap) and put my coffee in them. They have drawstrings and really work well. Simply put however much coffee you want into one, pull the string, turn the bag onto its side and give it a little shake so the grounds aren't in one lump right in the middle, put the bag (on its side) into the little brew basket, and you are set to go. I take a few minutes each weekend and make up a bunch of them and put them into an air-tight canister and I'm good to go. Easy. I've seen a number of suggestions here for how to use your own ground coffee. This is what I do though...I buy the empty "tea" bags (they are quite cheap) and put my coffee in them. They have drawstrings and really work well. Simply put however much coffee you want into one, pull the string, turn the bag onto its side and give it a little shake so the grounds aren't in one lump right in the middle, put the bag (on its side) into the little brew basket, and you are set to go. I take a few minutes each weekend and make up a bunch of them and put them into an air-tight canister and... » Read More I've seen a number of suggestions here for how to use your own ground coffee. This is what I do though...I buy the empty "tea" bags (they are quite cheap) and put my coffee in them. They have drawstrings and really work well. Simply put however much coffee you want into one, pull the string, turn the bag onto its side and give it a little shake so the grounds aren't in one lump right in the middle, put the bag (on its side) into the little brew basket, and you are set to go. I take a few minutes each weekend and make up a bunch of them and put them into an air-tight canister and I'm good to go. Easy. « Show Less
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If you mean the burrs, just look down into it and see if it looks sort of oily and black. A trick to cleaning it out is to use "Minute rice", not uncooked regular rice, use about 1/4 cup +/-, grind it and it will clean out the burrs. Then run a small amount of beans through it and it's clean. I wouldn't get too crazy about it, maybe every week or 2 depending on how much it's used. You didn't say anything about the static problem, I haven't found a good fix for that yet but did call the company and was basically told all grinders have the static problem but in my opinion the plastic ones more that the metal ones. I' going to try a "Zerostat", used to remove static on vinyl records, 60's sort of stuff, they shoot out a stream of negative ions (really, not bunk), which should solve the problem. Too much information? Haha!
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My understanding is, not at home. However, I have never had a grinder wear out in years of use with my previous two burr grinders. Capresso suggests that if the grinder hangs up on a stone in the beans, the entire grinder should be returned to them, apparently so that they can replace the grinder
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There should only be a little water in the espresso holder when you empty the used grounds. It may be that you are pacing the espresso in to tightly or too loose. After the grounds are in the holder you should tamp or press them lightly; not jamming them down, but not having them loose. Hope that helps
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It's tough going for the first few grinds. The burrs are new and they need to be worked a few times. Things will loosen up as the oils from the beans lubricant the burrs. Your grind texture and color of the beans are also a factor in how smooth the mechanism works when the grinder is new. Light beans are harder, dark are more oily and softer. Try using a courser grind for a bit till the burrs are broke in. You can always regrind the course ground you just did. Once the grinder is broken in you should find grinding is a breeze. I myself use a courser grind to get more coffee flavor. Finer grind dosen't work well in drip pots unless they are presses or preculators. Don't give up on your little grinder. There's nothing more tastier and aromatic than fresh ground coffee . I feel sure once you get your grinder broke in you'll really like it. Sincerely, Lynn
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Good question, not sure there is an easy answer. What I do is slip a business card between the mesh filter and knock out any large grinds. My suggestion is that you wash the filter as soon as possible after making your pot of coffee. I have been using my pot for a very long time and it still looks like new. My only other suggestion is that you visit the Bodum website and see if they have any suggestions. This is a great pot, I love it. Well built and the coffee is fantastic.
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OK if your grinder is not grinding a consistent amount of grounds, it is likely because the burrs need to be cleaned. Unscrew the bean hopper (lefty loosey) and clean the burr heads periodically. I owned mine 3.5 years before I discovered this, and have had it 5.5 years now, and it's still grinding strong.
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The grinder doesn't I keep it full at all times with beans, but you do need to dump the grounds and wipe down some of the interior portions (you'll see where)
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I only put in the amount of beans I want to grind for immediate use. I do not keep beans in the hopper but rather I have them in an airtight storage container which keeps them fresh for quite a long time. I buy whole beans about once a month. Keep them in a Friis coffee vault and the last beans out are just as good as the first ones. I would guess a couple of days probably won't make much difference.
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Just guess--lol! If the beans finish grinding before the timer runs out, just turn the canister counterclockwise until it stops. If there are still beans left when the timer stops, turn the timer again. You'll get a feel after awhile for how long it takes to grind the amount of beans you usually use. Hope this helps!
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No, it's not hard. I do clean mine after each pound, since I'm still trying different coffees. It takes about 5 minutes. I don't keep beans in the hopper, so it's simple to remove that, then I pop out the top burr, use the included brush to clean all the cutting surfaces (the bottom burr doesn't come out, but it's not difficult to clean). Then I'll usually take a Q-tip and get the little tunnel that goes from the grinding chamber down into the collection bin (a pipe cleaner would work well too). Then I just vacuum everything, reassemble, and I'm done. Not hard, just takes a few minutes once a month and it's good as new. No, it's not hard. I do clean mine after each pound, since I'm still trying different coffees. It takes about 5 minutes. I don't keep beans in the hopper, so it's simple to remove that, then I pop out the top burr, use the included brush to clean all the cutting surfaces (the bottom burr doesn't come out, but it's not difficult to clean). Then I'll usually take a Q-tip and get the little tunnel that goes from the grinding chamber down into the collection bin (a pipe cleaner would work well too). Then I just vacuum everything, reassemble, and I'm done. Not hard, just takes a few... » Read More No, it's not hard. I do clean mine after each pound, since I'm still trying different coffees. It takes about 5 minutes. I don't keep beans in the hopper, so it's simple to remove that, then I pop out the top burr, use the included brush to clean all the cutting surfaces (the bottom burr doesn't come out, but it's not difficult to clean). Then I'll usually take a Q-tip and get the little tunnel that goes from the grinding chamber down into the collection bin (a pipe cleaner would work well too). Then I just vacuum everything, reassemble, and I'm done. Not hard, just takes a few minutes once a month and it's good as new. « Show Less