Burr
Grinder
Model #551
• Instructions
• Warranty
Using your Grinder:
1. Check the bean container (B) for presence of foreign objects before using.
2. Make sure the bean container is completely clean and dry before using.
3. Always operate the appliance with the ground coffee container lid (F) in place.
4. Do not place your hand in or near the burrs.
5. Any servicing other than cleaning and user maintenance should be performed
by an authorized Capresso service representative.
Fig.1
Fig. 2
A
K
B
J
I
C
D
G
F
H
E
Figure 1:
A. Coffee Bean Container Lid
B. Coffee Bean Container
C. Fineness Selector
D. Base
H. Grinder Spout
I. Grind Amount Selector
J. On Button
K. Upper Burr Disk (see fig. 2)
E. Cord
F. Ground Coffee Container (removable)
Figure 2
K. Upper Burr Disk (enlarged)
G. Ground Coffee Container Lid (removable)
WHO IS CAPRESSO?
Hi, I am Michael Kramm and have more than 20 years of experience in
coffee equipment for consumers. After securely establishing and grow-
ing a European Appliance Company in the U.S. for more than a decade,
I founded Capresso Inc. in 1994. My goal is to provide coffee makers
and espresso/cappuccino machines for the consumer who wants a bet-
ter product. Safety, reliability, performance, and convenience are the
cornerstones of the Capresso Quality. The products are available
through selected retailers who can give you expert service and advice,
are friendly, and treat you as a valued customer. I hope you will enjoy
your new Capresso product and will recommend it to your friends.
Michael Kramm, President, Capresso Inc.
All underlined phrases can be found in fig. 1 and fig.2.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Before first use, carefully unpack your CAPRESSO coffee grinder and
remove all packaging materials.
• Wipe the base, lid, and bean container with a clean, damp cloth.
• Allow to dry completely before use.
• To remove any dust that may have accumulated on the removable
parts during packaging, wash the ground coffee container (and lid)
and the lid of the bean container with a warm water and mild liquid
soap solution. Rinse and dry. Do not use harsh or abrasive agents to
clean these parts.
Caution: Do not immerse grinder or the removable grinding wheel (K) in
water.
Caution: Do not place the ground coffee container, its lid, or the bean
container lid in the dishwasher.
USING THE GRINDER
Caution: Always make sure that the ground coffee container lid (G) is
properly in place. If the lid is not properly placed onto the ground coffee
container (F), ground coffee can blow out of the ground coffee container (F)
during grinding.
INITIAL USE - IMPORTANT
During manufacturing, the grinding wheels (K) are installed so that they
touch initially. The grinder will not function properly while the wheels
are touching each other. To avoid grinding with the wheels touching
each other proceed as follows:
For first-time grinding: Check to make sure that the bean container (B)
is empty, clean and dry, and free of any foreign objects.
Plug in the grinder. Set the fineness selector (C) to number "9." Fill the
bean container with 3 to 4 tablespoons of coffee beans. Set the grind
amount selector (I) to approximately number "4." Make sure the ground
coffee container (F) with its lid (G) is in place. Push the on-button (J).
Repeat the same procedure in a different fineness position (e.g. number
"3"). You are now ready to begin using your grinder regularly.
GRINDING
1. Place your Capresso Burr Grinder on a flat, level surface such as a
countertop.
2. Place the cover of the ground coffee container on the ground coffee
container (F). Note: If the cover of the ground coffee container is not
secured correctly, ground coffee can blow out of the ground coffee
container during grinding, spreading grinds over your countertop.
Place the ground coffee container with its lid into the grinder until it
snaps into place.
3. Plug the grinder into an outlet.
4. Fill the bean container (B) with coffee beans and replace the lid. The
bean container can hold up to 8 ounces of coffee beans. Note: Only
coffee beans should be filled into the bean container. Never fill any
of the following into the bean container: sugar-coated beans, syrups
or other coatings, and instant coffee. Never fill water or any other
liquid into the bean container.
5. Set the grind amount selector (I) to the number of cups of coffee you
want to grind for by sliding the grind amount selector (I) above the
correct number. These numbers are to be used as a guide. The
amount of ground coffee varies quite a bit depending on how coarse
or fine you grind and whether you use light, dry beans or dark, oily
beans. After grinding a few times, you will find the correct grind
amount position for the amount of coffee you want to grind.
6. Set the fineness selector (C) to the desired setting (see Section
"Guidelines for Fineness Selector Settings"). Caution: Never change
the fineness selector setting while grinding!
7. Push the On-Button (J) to start your Capresso grinder. The grinder
will begin, grinding the coffee directly into the ground coffee container.
It will stop automatically. Attention: Beans may stick to the wall of
the bean container, preventing them from falling into the burrs. You
will hear a high-pitched noise from the motor when this happens.
Gently shake the grinder so that the beans slide down into the burrs.
Note: If you need to turn the grinder off before the grinding cycle is
finished, slide the grind amount selector to the "OFF" position.
8. Be sure to unplug the appliance after every use.
Note: Coffee beans can stay in the bean container for up to 2 weeks
before they will start to lose their aroma.
GUIDELINES FOR FINENESS SELECTOR SETTINGS
1 is the finest setting; 9 is the coarsest setting
#551
FOR USE WITH...
...the following
household coffee
equipment...
Fineness
Selector
Setting (C)
...these Capresso products...
8 to 9
French Press Coffee
Makers* and Percolators
4.5 to 6
3.5 to 5
Espresso Steam/Boiler
Machines
Capresso Boiler Espresso Machine
Model #301
Drip Coffee Makers
Capresso Aroma Classic Model
#461; Capresso Elegance Coffee
Makers Model #425, 427, 429,
435, 437, 439; Capresso 12-cup
Coffee Maker Model #C450;
Capresso 4-cup CoffeeBreak
Model #402
2.5 to 4**
1.5 to 2.5
Pump Espresso
Machines
Capresso Pump Espresso
Machines Model #101, 111,
CapressoBAR Model #351
Semi-Automatic Pump
Espresso Machines
Capresso Ultima Model #121
* please follow the instructions of your french press coffee maker (after pouring water over
the ground coffee, stir thoroughly to prevent the ground coffee from clogging)
** The fineness settings are approximate guidelines. When using dark, oily beans, use the
higher numbers of the recommended range; with light, dry beans, use the lowers numbers
in the range. Attention: for espresso pump machines: if your espresso brews too fast, try a
lower fineness setting. If your espresso brews too slowly, try a higher fineness setting than
the ones recommended above.
CLEANING
Always unplug your coffee grinder before cleaning.
• Remove the ground coffee container, its lid, and the bean container lid and
clean them in a warm water and mild liquid soap solution. Do not place these
items in the dishwasher.
• Remove ground coffee from the grinder spout (H) with a household brush or
a small plastic tool.
• Empty the bean container. The clear part of the bean container can be wiped
on the inside and outside with a damp cloth.
• The base of the grinder can be wiped clean with a damp cloth.
Caution: Never immerse the grinder in water or any other liquid. Do not use
harsh or abrasive materials to clean the coffee grinder.
CLEANING/REMOVING THE UPPER BURR DISK
1. Turn the fineness selector (C) to the number "1."
2. Turn the roof of the upper grinding burr clockwise until it stops.
3. Lift the upper burr out of the grinder. Clean both burrs with a house-
hold brush. Note: Do not unscrew the upper burr from its housing!
4. Replace the upper burr into the grinder and turn it counterclockwise
until the fineness selector points to the number "9."
LIMITED WARRANTY
This warranty covers your CAPRESSO grinder, model #551. This warranty is in
effect for one year from the date of the first consumer purchase and is limited to
the United States of America. This warranty covers all defects in materials or
workmanship (parts and labor). Capresso will repair or replace your grinder
within one year from the date of the first consumer purchase.
The warranty does not cover:
• Any machine not distributed by CAPRESSO within the United States.
• Any machine not purchased from an Authorized CAPRESSO Dealer.
• Commercial use of the machine.
• Damage caused by accident, abuse, negligence, misuse, improper operation
or failure to follow instructions contained in this manual.
• Any service or alteration performed by an unauthorized person, company or
association.
Other limitations and exclusions:
Any implied warranties including fitness for use and merchantability are limited
in duration to the period of the express warranty set forth above and no person
is authorized to assume for CAPRESSO any other liability in connection with the
sale of the machine.
CAPRESSO expressly disclaims liability for incidental and consequential dam-
ages caused by the machine. The terms "incidental damages" refers to the loss
of the original purchasers time, loss of the use of the machine or other costs re-
lating to the care and custody of the machine. The term "consequential dam-
ages" refers to the cost of repairing or replacing other property which is
damaged when this machine does not work properly. The remedies provided
under this warranty are exclusive and in lieu of all others.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
CAPRESSO Plus ServiceTM
81 Ruckman Road, Closter, NJ 07624
• HELP CALL 1-800-767-3554 (Monday - Friday 9 AM to 4 PM
Eastern Standard Time)
• E-Mail address: [email protected]
• Fax: 201-767-9684
• Website: www.capresso.com
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