Conical Burr Coffee Grinder Operations Manual
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T hank you for purchasing the Virtuoso Conical Burr Coffee Grinder. With the Virtuoso, it’s now easier than ever to make professional quality coffee, whether at home, the office, or your café. Below are detailed descriptions of the features that make the Virtuoso stand out from other grinders in its class. Precise, commercial-quality burrs: Manufactured in Italy, the Virtuoso’s burrs are of the same material and durability as the industry’s highest-quality line of commercial conical burr coffee grinders.
Table of Contents Introduction ............................................................................................. 1 Table of Contents .................................................................................... 2 Parts Identification .................................................................................. 3 Safety Information.................................................................................... 4 Initial Operation ...................................................
Parts Identification Hopper Lid Whole Bean Hopper Grind Setting Indicator Grind Adjustment Scale Pulse Button Adjustable Self-Timer Ground Coffee Bin Grind Adjustment Ring Grind Adjustment Tab Center Cone Burr Silicone Seal (cutaway) Removable Ring Burr Burr Alignment and Lifting Tabs 3
Important Information Please read the information below very carefully. It contains important tips for the use, the safety and the maintenance and care of this appliance. Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. • • • • • Use only with AC current and the correct voltage. See the label on the base of the grinder to determine the correct voltage. Only clean the grinder housing with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not use this grinder for anything other than its intended use (i.e.
Note You may notice some rust on the burrs. This is normal and will disappear after a small amount of coffee has been ground. To remove the rust and season the burrs, grind 1/4 pound of coffee and discard. Initial Operation See the bottom of the grinder to determine the proper voltage for the grinder. Place the Virtuoso on a level surface and plug into a correct voltage, AC outlet only. Remove the lid from the hopper by lifting off.
Adjustable Self Timer The Virtuoso is equipped with a 60 second timer switch. Each segment around the timer represents about 10 seconds of run time. The grinder switches off automatically once the time has elapsed. If you want to interrupt grinding before the time has elapsed, simply turn the timer switch counterclockwise until the grinder switches off. The quantity of ground coffee you need depends on the type of bean, coarseness of the grind, brewing method and personal taste.
Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Housing and Hoppers Switch the grinder off and remove the plug from the power supply. Remove any remaining beans from the bean hopper (it may be easiest to tip the grinder over and pour the beans into a bowl.). Remove the hopper by twisting it in a counterclockwise direction as far as it will turn, and then lift the bean hopper from the housing. Wash the hopper, hopper lid, and ground coffee bin in warm soapy water, rinse and dry.
Cleaning the Ring Burr Use the bristle brush (included with your grinder) to remove any loose coffee residue on the ring burr and the center cone burr mounted within the motor housing. Wash the silicone seal in warm soapy water and dry. Replacing the Ring Burr Ensure that the black adjustment ring is rotated counterclockwise as far as it will go. Replace the burr by lining up the red tab on the burr with the rectangular cutout on the black adjustment ring.
Clearing a Clogged Grinder If your grinder is not dispensing coffee normally, it could be clogged with coffee powder. This can happen if the grounds bin or portafilter are allowed to overfill and ground coffee gets backed up into the grounds chute and grinding chamber. It can also happen with the build up of coffee powder over time. Cleaning the Grounds Chute Photo # 1 To clear the grinder remove any beans that remain in the bean hopper, then remove the bean hopper.
Cleaning the Grinding Chamber Exit Port Turn the grinder so the back is facing you, then rotate the black adjustment ring counter clockwise until it stops. The rectangular cutout on the ring should now be at the 11 o’clock position (see photo # 3). Directly below the cutout, at the bottom of the chamber is the exit port leading to the grounds bin. If the exit port is clogged, clear it with the jumbo paper clip and brush.
Warranty and Service Length of Warranty: One-year from date of purchase. United States and Canadian Warranty Information If your grinder fails within one year: e-mail: support@baratza.com or call 425-641-1245. Baratza will deliver an identical or comparable replacement grinder to your door, free of charge, and arrange to have your “failed” grinder returned to us.
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