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Coffee grinder care: clean burrs, chute and hopper

Coffee residue builds up in grinders. Remove only parts authorized in the manual, brush burrs and chute dry, and clean washable bins separately.

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A slower grinder or clumpy grounds may point to residue in the burr chamber or chute. Baratza recommends model-specific cleaning of the hopper, burrs and grounds path. Crucially, separate washable removable containers from motor and grinding components that must remain dry.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Identify the grinder model. Switch it off, let rotation stop, unplug it and remove the remaining beans from the hopper.
Remove only the hopper, grounds bin or burr components that the user manual explicitly permits; never force a burr assembly.
Brush dry coffee grounds from accessible burrs, grind chamber and exit chute using a soft, dry brush. Keep fingers away from sharp edges.
Wash removable hopper or grounds bins with mild soapy water only if the manual allows it, and dry fully. Do not pour water onto the motor, electrical parts or non-washable burrs.
Reassemble every authorized part in the specified orientation and make sure no brush or tool remains inside.
Run a short test. If the grinder still jams or makes unusual noises, stop and contact the manufacturer. Avoid unapproved 'rice cleaning' hacks.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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