How long is the grinder expected to last?
1439332
That is never a simple question because as with everything some things may fail early and some will fail after a very long time with most failing in the middle. That being said, this is very well built and more importantly it is engineered to be repairable by a company in the U.S. with a great support system. I think I have had mine for two years with no issues and expect at least ten years before anything happens. My brother has had the previous model for in excess of fifteen years with no issues. Hope that is helpful.
1439333
When I researched the grinder I learned that the burrs are replaceable and the troubleshooting portion of Baratza's website has very detailed instructions on how to do that. The grinder is also repairable by the owner if something fails, which is not the case with so many other brands; they just have to be thrown away and replaced. There were several owners which really loved their machine. I went with those owner reports, the best indication of a quality product. The customer service is outstanding also.
1439334
My last one, also a Baratza, which was not even of the quality (and expense) of this one, lasted about 12 years in daily use. I expect this one to last at least 20 years, perhaps more. It is of commercial quality, far more than most people need for home use. I am very happy with it!
1439335
Baratza president estimated 500 pounds of coffee (CoffeeGeek comment) for the burrs (which are replaceable). I have a 5 year old Baratza Maestro Plus and the gears have just stripped. This shouldn't be a problem for the Preciso because it has a better gearbox. I am ordering a Preciso today--most of the one star reviews seem to be about receiving the wrong grinder model from Amazon. Read the Preciso review at CoffeeGeek.
1439336
It's rated in how many lbs it can take before changing the burs. I don't know the exact number but I remember it was a lot. If that happens just buy new burs. If it's anything else I heard their customer service will help you out. Short answer couple years. Had mines for 6 months no problems yet
1439337
I bought mine for Christmas (2013) and it still works great - about 4 months with using twice daily. I have disassembled it and cleaned it and it is well built and I have had no problems with it. The only thing that could be fabricated a little better is the timer switch (it comes off sometimes) but overall, I would highly recommend this grinder.
1439338
Overall it's very solid. For home use it could last many years, especially if you set it and forget it. My timer knob falls off too. It has to come off for shipping, repairs, etc. It needs a dot of something to provide a bit more friction. It gradually vibrates off the shaft. You don't want to glue it on permanently.
602045
The timer has nothing to do with the coarseness of the grounds; it's only to determine how long the grinder runs. The grounds fall out of the grinder as soon as they're the right size, whether or not the grinder is still going. For three scoops of beans, though - "4" is good.
1018007
Sorry, don't know- I have several machines and just fix them myself, so the warranty was unimportant to me. After 2 months of use, approximately 150 hours combined use with diamond cupwheels and pads, the grinder bearings stopped working. I purchased new bearings and replaced them. The deck continues to work fine.
1478414
It depends on how fine you are grinding. The smaller grinds take a little longer. But either way a minute or two.
272672
I would advise against it. I never tried it but it I think that is stretching its capability. I think a grinder would do a better job.
112723
Depends on your usage, of course. We go about 4 - 6 weeks. With 6 batteries per grinder, you might want to consider rechargeable batteries.
98370
Not sure but it won't take much. This grinder kicks as s. Best one on the market in my opinion.
56790
For me this is as good as a more expensive one, I have a grinder I paid 40 for and they work about the same. The magnet that holds the top together is not that strong, it will fall off if you turn it over
1194839
Half I would guess, it is just my old grinder held more, this is a good grinder.
2100380
It grinds the amount you want. I would NOT recommend buying this grinder. Mine lasted 9 months.....
1670010
This is a wet grinder and is used to grind soaked rice and soaked black gram to make a batter. We usually run it for 1-2 hours and not more than that.
1275341
I have not used my grinder for this kind of work. I do grind a lot of venison and have not had to clean it until I get my batch done, about 25 lbs. There are things that get wound around the blade, but that is going to happen with any grinder I do believe.
379042
It should be fine. Just don't let it run too long without anything to grind.
754455
I have not yet dismantled the grinder yet-- but I do know that the mill is adjustable-- and that the grinders are large enough to handle Coffee berry/beans just fine. Ask me in a year or two, if I have had a chance to tear into it by then.-- Mack
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I don't have it near me, but there are approximately 10-12 settings. You can get the desired gring for almost anything I can imagine. You dial the desired grind, tell it how many cups worth of beans are in the grinder and simply push the "on" button. The grind goes for the correct time - it's idiot proof and it eliminates debate with other people as to how long you should grind beans for the intended use.
2179276
I use a 20+ year old Braun coffee grinder with one blade broken off at the tip. It doesn't make a superfine grind, but it's good enough for me. I have no idea what new and better grinders are on the market.
1101539
Why? I had my previous from Capresso for 8 years and never had a problem with the grinder. Other parts gave out and the grinder was still going strong! Please consult the manufacturer.