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™
P RO L INE S ERIES
GUIDE TO
PROFESSIONAL
RESULTS
Model KPCG100 Burr Coffee Mill
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™ P RO L INE S ERIES MODEL KPCG100 BURR COFFEE MILL Introduction Section Contents Table of Contents ...............................3 Proof of Purchase & Registration.........5 Coffee Mill Safety ...............................6 Important Safeguards.........................7 Electrical Requirements.......................8 1 FEATURES AND INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION
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Designed to the highest standards of commercial ® performance and reliability, the KitchenAid PRO LINE™ Series Burr Coffee Mill is your key to making the finest coffee and espresso possible. Two precision, flat cutting burrs will grind your coffee to superb consistency, while the low-noise DC motor and gear reduction system work to minimize the frictional heating of the grinds, maximizing your coffee’s flavor and aroma. The all-metal housing and glass hoppers are not only durable, stylish, and e
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Introduction............................................................................................2 Proof of Purchase & Product Registration ..............................................5 Coffee Maker Safety ............................................................................6 Important Safeguards ............................................................................7 Electrical Requirements .....................................................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty for the 50 United States & District of Columbia......................32 Warranty for Puerto Rico ........................................................................33 Arranging for Hassle-Free Replacement..................................................34 Ordering Accessories and Replacement Parts ........................................34 Arranging for Service After the Warranty Expires ..................................35 Arrang
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PROOF OF PURCHASE & PRODUCT REGISTRATION Always keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your Coffee Mill. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Before you use your Coffee Mill, please fill out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit. This card will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act. This card does not ver
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COFFEE MILL SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. ! All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediate
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not put the Coffee Mill in water or other liquids. 3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 4. Unplug the Coffee Mill from the outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. 5. Avoid contacting moving parts.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Volts: 120 V.A.C. only. WARNING Hertz: 60 Hz NOTE: This Coffee Mill has a 3 prong grounded plug. To reduce the Electrical Shock Hazard risk of electrical Plug into a grounded shock, this plug 3 prong outlet. will fit in an Do not remove ground outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit prong. in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not use an adapter. Do not modify the plug in any way. Failure to follow these instructions can result A short power-sup
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™ P RO L INE S ERIES FEATURES AND OPERATION Features and Operation Section Contents Coffee Mill Features...........................10 Using the Coffee Mill Before First Use.............................13 Operating the Coffee Mill ..............13 Grind Setting Table........................16 Adjusting the Cutting Burrs ..............16 Coffee Mill Tips ................................19 How the Grind Affects Flavor............21 9 FEATURES AND OPERATION FEATURES AND OPERATION
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MODEL KPCG100 BURR COFFEE MILL FEATURES Model KPCG100 Burr Coffee Mill 10
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Motor Housing Bin Seal Plate Die-cast metal housing is stable, Plate helps position durable, and easy to clean. the coffee bin under the grinding spout and Bean Hopper prevents coffee grinds 7 oz. capacity bean from escaping. hopper unscrews from the motor Grind Control Dial housing for simple Large, easy-to-use dial cleaning. Press-fit hopper lid makes selects one of 15 grind for quick and easy filling. Hopper levels in half-step and lid are dishwasher-safe increments from 1 to 8. (top rack
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MODEL KPCG100 BURR COFFEE MILL FEATURES Faceplate Assembly Low-RPM Operation & Screws A special DC motor and gear Assembly includes the reduction system slows the rotation grind control dial and of the cutting burrs, minimizing grind level ring. Two the frictional heating of the grinds faceplate screws attach the and preserving coffee flavor and faceplate assembly to the motor aroma. The low rpm operation also housing. Loosen the screws and reduces the static charge – and remove the faceplate
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USING THE ™ PRO LINE SERIES BURR COFFEE MILL 2. Slide the coffee bin onto the bin Before First Use platform; the bin seal plate on Before using the coffee mill, wipe the motor housing will compress the motor housing and cord with a slightly to accommodate the bin. clean damp cloth. Wash the bean Make certain the bin is centered hopper, hopper lid, and coffee bin in in the middle of the bin platform. hot soapy water, then rinse and dry. The bean hopper, hopper lid, and coffee bin can also be was
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USING THE ™ PRO LINE SERIES BURR COFFEE MILL 6. Select the grind by turning the WARNING grind control dial to the desired setting on the grind level ring. See the grind setting table on the next page to match the grind level to your brewing process. With use, you’ll be able to refine the settings Electrical Shock Hazard to match your own tastes. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fi
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7. To grind coffee, flip the On/Off Switch to the “On” position. 8. When the desired amount of coffee has been ground, flip the On/Off Switch to the “Off” position, remove the coffee container, and scoop out the ground coffee. 15 FEATURES AND OPERATION
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ADJUSTING THE CUTTING BURRS Grind Setting Table Average Grind Size Setting Grind For produced by the coffee mill before adjustment 8 Fine Espresso 325 microns 5 Medium Automatic Drip 750 microns 1 Coarse French Press 1250 microns Adjusting for Maximum Adjusting the Cutting Burrs Grind Fineness From the factory, the PRO LINE™ Adjusting the mill to provide Series Burr Coffee Mill will provide maximum fineness will slightly grinds suitable for almost all types of decrease the grind sizes through
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5 3. Using a ⁄32-inch allen wrench or 5. Rotate the grind control gear hex-head screwdriver, remove the clockwise 1 “click” or detent at a screw located in the front of the time until you hear the burrs grind control dial by turning it touching one another – when they counter-clockwise. Hold the grind touch, the burrs will make a distinct control dial so that it does not “rubbing” or grating sound. rotate as the screw is removed. Once the screw is free, remove the grind control dial. 6. When t
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ADJUSTING THE CUTTING BURRS 7. Re-attach the grind control dial, screw is free, remove the grind making certain the dial indicator control dial.The white grind points to grind level “8”. control gear should be visible once the dial is removed. NOTE: If the coffee mill produces a grating or “rubbing” sound during 3. Rotate the grind control gear use, the burrs have been improperly counter-clockwise 1 “click” or adjusted. Damage to the burrs will detent at a time until the result. Readjust the b
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™ PRO LINE SERIES BURR COFFEE MILL TIPS Select the correct grind for the brew process you are using. 15 grind levels are available in half-step 1 increments from 1 to 8. Level 8 produces a very fine 1 grind perfect for espresso, 4 ⁄2 to 6 are medium grinds appropriate for automatic drip coffee makers, and 1 is a coarse grind suited to French Press brewing. Experiment – your tastes may be better served by using a slightly finer or coarser grind. For standard drip-process coffee, a good startin
