Is this the first time you’re trying to clean a Cuisinart coffee grinder? Don’t you have any idea where to start cleaning your coffee grinder? Cleaning a Cuisinart coffee grinder is one of the easiest things you can do without experimenting.
A lot of folks think that using good, old-fashioned water is the logical way to clean your coffee grinder. It makes sense, right? It’s true that for grinders made of ceramic, we recommend cleaning it with warm, sudsy water, using a mild soap or detergent.
Use a sponge, wipe it down carefully, then let it air dry for about 24 hours and store it back in the cupboard or cabinet.
In this guide we’ll show you how to clean a Cuisinart coffee grinder in different models, follow this guide and select your model and follow the steps on it.
Without further a do let’s jump in!
How to clean a Cuisinart coffee grinder dcg-20n?
Step1. Be sure that the grinder plug has been removed from the outlet.
Step2. Wipe inside of stainless steel bowl and lid with a damp paper towel.
Step3. Dry completely. If desired, the lid may be washed in warm water or on the top rack of a dishwasher.
- Never immerse the grinder base unit in water or other liquid.
Step4. Store excess cord by pressing a section at a time into the cord storage area at the base of the unit. Up to 2 feet of the cord can be stored.
How to clean a Cuisinart coffee grinder dbm-8?
Step1. Always ensure the plug has been removed from the mains before cleaning.
Step2. The bean hopper and grind chamber are dishwasher safe, and we recommend washing them on the top rack of the dishwasher.
Due to high water temperature, washing these parts on the bottom rack may cause damage over time.
Never immerse the housing base in water or other liquid.
Do not use abrasive cleaners on the housing base.
Step3. To clean:
1. Simply wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
2. Apply any cleaning agent to the cloth, not directly to the housing base.
3. Use the cleaning brush provided to clean the grind release area.
4. Use the cord wrap on the underside of the housing base to store the excess cord.
How to clean a Cuisinart coffee grinder Deluxe Grind Conical Burr Mill CBM-20?
If your unit stops grinding, the chute may be clogged. To unclog, first, unplug your grinder and then use the scoop brush to clear out the chute of excess grounds.
Step1. Clean the hopper
1. Unplug the unit.
2. Beans can be removed from the hopper by lifting off the lid and rotating the knob to the “unlock” position. Once unlocked, the hopper can be removed to pour out the remaining beans.
Step2. Clean Cuisinart BURR grinder
1. After removing the hopper, if some beans remain in the grinder, put the hopper back on, re-insert the grind container or filter and run a grind cycle for 8 cups on any grind setting. Once finished, you can continue cleaning as instructed.
2. Rotate the grind selector dial counterclockwise until the dial stops. OFF will be indicated on LCD.
3. Unplug the unit.
4. Remove the bean hopper lid and turn the lock/unlock dial counterclockwise to release the bean hopper.
NOTE: You will notice the release arrow and arrow on the burr on the inside of the unit are now aligned. They must be aligned to re-insert the hopper.
5. Once the bean hopper has been removed, remove the burr grinder by grasping the metal handle and lifting it up.
6. Use the brush to remove grinds or wash them by hand. Replace the burr grinder on the unit and rotate until the piece is fully inserted.
7. Push handle down, replace, and lock hopper.
Note: The hopper will not attach to the unit if the grinder has not been fully inserted. The brush on the measuring scoop is only for cleaning purposes.
8. Wipe the body of the grinder with a damp cloth.
NOTE: The bean hopper, bean hopper lid, grind chamber, and grind chamber lid can be washed by hand with hot, soapy water or placed on the top shelf of a dishwasher. Dry thoroughly.
How to clean a Cuisinart coffee grinder Touchscreen Burr Grinder?
Step1. Be sure the plug has been removed from the outlet.
Step2. Beans can be removed from the hopper by lifting off the lid and pouring excess beans out.
Step3. Hold down the Manual icon to clean out any remaining beans.
Step4. The bean hopper lid, grind chamber, and grind chamber lid can be washed by hand with hot, soapy water or placed on the top shelf of a dishwasher. Dry thoroughly.
Step5. To remove the bean hopper for easy cleaning, simply remove beans, then turn the hopper counterclockwise to unscrew and lift out.
Step6. Use the brush to remove grinds or wash them by hand. After cleaning, place the bean hopper onto the unit and rotate until the piece is fully inserted.
NOTE: The hopper will not attach to the unit if it has not been fully inserted.
Step7. Wipe the body of the grinder with a damp cloth.
How to clean a Cuisinart coffee grinder DGB-800C Series?
Step1. Remove hopper cover.
Step2. Scoop out the remaining beans from the hopper.
Step3. Place the clean, dry filter basket assembly in place (a paper filter can be used if desired).
Step4. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the coffeemaker on.
Step5. Press and hold down the Brew button until the coffeemaker begins to grind the beans.
Step6. After grinding stops, be sure to turn the coffeemaker off.
Step7. Dispose of or re-purpose coffee grinds in the filter basket.
Step8. Use a damp cloth to clean the hopper.
Step9. Leave the cover off to let the hopper dry completely before adding coffee beans.
How to clean a Cuisinart coffee grinder Deluxe Grind Conical Burr Mill CBM-18?
Step1. Be sure the plug has been removed from the outlet.
Step2. Beans can be removed from the hopper by lifting off the lid and pouring excess beans out.
Step3. Hold down the Manual button to clean out any remaining beans.
Step4. The bean hopper, bean hopper lid, grind chamber, and grind chamber lid can be washed by hand with hot, soapy water or placed on the top shelf of a dishwasher. Dry thoroughly.
a. Remove the bean hopper by rotating counter-clockwise bringing the selector past grind setting 18, align the arrows and lift. Make sure the hopper is empty.
b. Remove the grinding chamber by pulling it toward you.
Step5. Remove the burr grinder, once the bean hopper has been removed, by grasping the metal handle and lifting it.
Step6. Use the brush to remove grinds or wash them by hand.
Step7. Replace the burr grinder with the unit and rotate until the piece is fully inserted.
Step8. Push handle down and replace hopper.
Note: The hopper will not attach to the unit if the grinder has not been fully inserted.
Step8. Wipe the body of the grinder with a damp cloth.
How often to clean coffee grinder?
There are two ways to decide when it’s the right time to clean your coffee grinder:
You could set a schedule for cleaning your grinder, which will be determined by how often you use the grinder and how many beans you grind.
Alternatively, you could keep an eye on your grinder’s appearance and look out for a buildup of oils on the grinder’s surfaces.
When you notice this oil buildup, that’s when you’ll want to give your coffee grinder an excellent clean.
While it’s not necessary to clean your entire grinder after every use or even every day, getting into a habit of doing it often is a good idea.
The hopper might need a wipe after every batch of beans you grind.
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Final thoughts
Our guide on how to clean Cuisinart coffee grinder will help you to clean different models of Cuisinart coffee grinders and clean them the right way.
Keeping your coffee equipment clean and in good working order is one of the best ways to consistently get better-tasting coffee when brewing coffee at home. And it doesn’t need to be difficult.
Whatever your motivation is for grinding coffee beans, you’ll have to take care of your grinder, a grinder that isn’t cleaned often enough can lead to a taint in the taste of your coffee, and that’s never a good thing.
