CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
1. CAUTION: Be sure to unplug this appliance before cleaning. To
protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or
motor base in water or liquid. After each use, always make sure
plug is first removed from wall outlet.
2. Wash cover with water and mild detergent. The cover is not
dishwasher-safe. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Never immerse
motor base or filling water into the grinding bowl.
3. Wipe the grinding bowl, blades with a lint-free cloth. Extreme care
should be exercised as the blade is sharp.
GRINDING TIPS
1. The COARSE grind is generally used for percolators and coffee
urns. MEDIUM grind is used for drip coffee makers and steam-
type espresso machines. A FINE grind is used for espresso
machines with an electric pump.
2. Vary the grinding times to suit your taste and type of beans you
grind.
3. For the freshest, most flavorful coffee, grind only enough for the
pot you are making. Coffee beans keep up to 2 months in the
freezer in an airtight container and can be ground while still
frozen. Coffee grounds left in your grinder can become stale and
affect the flavor of freshly ground coffee. Be sure to clean
grinding chamber, blades and cover after each use.
4. This grinder can only grind dry, brittle foods. It will not grind
anything moist, extremely hard, or gummy such as whole ginger,
chocolate, sesame seeds or oily spices such as cinnamon,
cloves or nutmeg. Do not grind peanuts or grains such as wheat,
rice, barley, or dried corn. Attempting to grind any of these foods
may damage the unit. Never use it to chop ice cubes.
5. Freshly ground peppercorns have a strong aroma and taste that
may affect the flavor of coffee beans ground afterward. You may
want to purchase a separate grinder if you plan to grind
peppercorns.
