Cleaning The Grinder

 

It is important to keep the grinder clean, because oils left from the beans can become rancid (smell and taste bad). This can affect the taste of the coffee.

Here are some guidelines for cleaning the grinder. However, each workplace will have its own procedures to follow.

Daily

•  Empty the unused beans out of the hopper and store them in an airtight container.

•  Close the chute to the coffee grinder and grind any remaining beans.

•  Remove any ground coffee and throw it away.

•  Turn off and unplug the grinder.

•  Wipe out the hopper with a clean, dry cloth.

•  Remove any ground coffee from the dispenser and brush it out with a small brush.

•  Brush the blades to remove grounds.

•  Wipe over the outside of the grinder with a clean, damp cloth.

•  Clean the area around the grinder.

Twice weekly

•  Wash the hopper in mild detergent and hot water. Don’t put it in the dishwasher.

•  Rinse and dry carefully.

Monthly

•  Check the grinding blades for wear and have them replaced if necessary