A well thought out short video that answers so many questions and fills in the blanks about the grinder. Thanks.

@hezekiahbruce741

2 жыл бұрын

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@kamariemmanuel8249

2 жыл бұрын

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@hezekiahbruce741

2 жыл бұрын

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@hezekiahbruce741

2 жыл бұрын

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@kamariemmanuel8249

2 жыл бұрын

@Hezekiah Bruce No problem =)

I'm an independent service technician for coffee machines in the Netherlands for several brands. Most brands like this Philips have way less than 1 grind cycle retention. Probably about half a grind cycle. I haven't measured the amount in grams but it's certainly not several grind cycles. I might measure it precisely in the future but these grinders don't need a lot of servicing so that'll take a while.

@BryanKlein

2 жыл бұрын

That would be super helpful to know for sure. I was trying to do it myself with some light and dark grounds to see if there is a difference, but I couldn't tell for sure when one was fully changed into the other. What would be nice is a teardown of a machine like this that measured the 'volume' and 'density' that the chute can hold, we could then take the weight of a grind and calculate how many of that amount of mass would be required to pass a full chute.

@timbovision

2 жыл бұрын

That would be amazing to know. Feel a little cheated that we're getting day old grinds in our coffee!

Hi Bryan, thanks for your great videos. I'm curious, have you ever taken the machine apart to clean it besides the weekly & monthly cleaning needed? I found fruit fly pupae in mine even though I clean it regularly & now I'm grossed out to use it cuz I can't get into the other half of the machine to clean it. Help!

@BryanKlein

2 жыл бұрын

Yikes! I've never dug in too deep.

@colbyforbes2094

11 ай бұрын

Fruit fly never hurt anyone. My guess is keep it away from your fruit :) lol

Thank you for video! I understood it good? When you want to do coffee next day it’s using part od old coffee yes? Greets from Poland.

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words. Yes, I think there will be some part of the first grind of the day from the last grind the day before. I haven't thought of a good way to clearly test this.

@danielsandhaag7281

3 жыл бұрын

It says in the manual that if you change the settings on the grinder you need to make about 3 cups of coffe before the new setting is fully operational. This is probably because there is residue from the old settings left over as you say.

What water setting was this on? Idk how you get such brown shots. Mine come out pitch black with some brown crema, but the liquid on bottom is solid black

@BryanKlein

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure, I use dry medium roast beans and my grinder is on #7.

Just a question , has anyone here managed to go over 20 seconds extraction time. I guess the grinder needs to be calibrated , but haven't seen a video how to get a finer grind when you have already set the knob to 1 (finest)

I have coffee residue all around inside the machine. It is very hard to clean. And mold appears very quickly. No idea how to fix

Nice one, man! I am using EP2220. Do you know why the pre-ground coffee doesn't brew? Just getting water all the time. Finished decal and cleaning. All else works except grounds. Appreciate your answer!

@BryanKlein

Жыл бұрын

Weird, I don't know your model exactly, but if you activate the 'grounds' mode, then you are basically dropping ground into the brew group manually and skipping the grind step.

@gabeanderson2813

Жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein my model is the the one with the steam/frother wand. Will try to add more grounds coffee. Always been using beans to grind, thanks man!

@BryanKlein

Жыл бұрын

@@gabeanderson2813 there is a scoop that comes with the machine. It should take just one of those. Are you pressing the 'bean' button until the little scoop below it has a light on next to it?

Hey Bryan, just got my 3200 and the espresso and coffee is really weak and the pucks watery. I know the machine takes a while to settle in, but how long should I wait before thinking it's a problem? I use the finest grind setting, the highest aroma setting and the middle water volume setting.

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

I find that a more 'medium' grind works better in this machine. I know that a 'fine' grind should expose more surface area to the water and increase the 'strength' of the coffee, but I haven't had that experience. I don't know how the grinder knows how long to grind for based on aroma and grind settings. Also, for me, the beans I use have the most significant difference in the perceived strength of the coffee. I tend to go with medium-roast espresso beans that do not have a lot of surface oils on them.

@wolffongul4182

3 жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein thanks for replying so quickly. will try it out.

@technomad900

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem with a 3000 Series , mechanically the same machine ( same brew unit ect ) . It seems it does not grind enough for the pressure to express enough . I wondered if there was a fix ?

@jbokros

2 жыл бұрын

@@technomad900 Same here. Checking the video our machine definitely grinds less coffee... but I can only say this by the look. Never measured it.

I love my machine but this grinding issue seems to be a bit of a glitsch. Happens a lot with mine and we only do 2 coffees a day.

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

What issue are you having?

Hi wanted to know if you can use ground coffee instead of the beans and just put the powder in the grinding shoot

@BryanKlein

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, you hold the bean button until it changes to the scoop option and then put the grounds in through the top. There is a little door at the top for this.

@i.m.6081

10 ай бұрын

Hi. I tried to changed it to the scoop option but coffee just fell down and machine cancelled my coffee. Why is that? Any idea? Thanks

So what number is considered coarse and fine? Is 1 considered fine? Also what setting would you prefer on this machine? I noticed one of your comments said 5 or 6.

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

1 = most fine and 12 = most coarse, you should see that the dots change size from 1 smallest to 12 largest to indicate grind size.

@davebibi5

3 жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein thanks for your reply. So you prefer to set it around 5-6? Just got this machine today.

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

@@davebibi5 it does depend a bit on what drink you are making and how much 'flavor' and 'water volume' you select. But 5-6 is where I have left it for a while and I like the flavor. I usually make 'Americano' and 'Coffee' I'd say the coffee option I use more, which does pass more water through the grounds than the espresso shots for the Americano.

@davebibi5

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. Sorry one more question. Did it take some time for you to get solid pucks coming out? Mine are always breaking apart when falling Into the tray or at least one of them get soggy. Looking at yours they seem very solid compared to mine.

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

@@davebibi5 yeah, that depends on a combination of settings, I found this post generally useful on the topic. medium.com/@TERRAKAFFE/the-sloppy-puck-myth-2782e83c1e93

I heard your not supposed to use oily beans like you have in the video. Also do use any flavoured beans.

@BryanKlein

Жыл бұрын

That is correct, the lower the surface oil the better. I usually try to buy medium roast with minimal oils. Once I find a good one, I tend to stick with it.

My grindr chute keeps clogging. Driving me insane

Hi Bryan! How do you find the beverages this makes? I've heard some people say it's a bit watery compared to other machines? I've also heard about mold issues inside? I'm considering this vs the Brera or the Lirika Plus and am having a heck of a time making a decision. Thanks

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

I can't speak for the other machines, but we've used this one to make at least two drinks almost everyday for more than a year now. Rough estimate is a bit over 1000 beverages. I feel like it was a great purchase. I think settings such as volume of water, grind and the bean selection can have a significant impact on the output of the machine. I can say I've found beans and settings that deliver beverages that I enjoy. Espresso shots are rich and flavorful, and it's hard to tell with anything else if it is too watery, because other components are added (water and/or milk). If I neglect to keep the interior clean on a regular basis, then I have seen a bit of mold forming in the warm, moist residue of the grounds. But that is more about how well I maintain the unit than the machine itself. I also live in the Pacific Northwest USA, where environmental molds are more prevalent.

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

I looked at the other machines, and I would say that the convenience and the quality of the LatteGo milk system would put it over the top compared to the others. If you only make Espresso, Lungo, and Americano styles then it matters less, but for Macchiato and Cappuccino style, you will be glad to have the LatteGo.

I will be getting the same Philips 3200 Lattego on Friday and it will be brewing/making drinks at least 20 per days, do you think Philips 3200 Latte go will sustain the use of 20/30 drinks/day? I will be ready to return the unit if it fails during the stress tests (we have family re-unions and youth members will start drinking quiet lot of Cappuccino drinks)

@BryanKlein

2 жыл бұрын

We make something like 4 double serving drinks per day at a minimum and I've been doing that since I got it back in December 2019. There will be a lot of water refills and grounds dumped per day, but if people know how to do it when the red lights come on it shouldn't be an issue. I look forward to your report on the test.

@jpthsd

2 жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein Thank you for the response. Quick question since you've already been using the unit. the Aquaclean filter...is it required to installed, plugged in the Aquafilter in the water tank? I asked because I do not feel that I need it since my water is being filtered at 1st level Aquasana Whole House (filtration and then softener) , 2nd level 6-stage Reverse Osmosis, 3rd level Kangen LevelukSD501 (mostly mineralized and increased to PH9.0hz although water also goes through another filter at this level).

@BryanKlein

2 жыл бұрын

@@jpthsd It will run without the filter, you run it this way when descaling it.

Do u know how to unlock grinder chute ? my machine can grinde the bean but it does not come out smoothly...always seem stuck

@BryanKlein

8 ай бұрын

I would get something like a paperclip, straighten it out and put a little bend at the end that you can gently push into the chute and wiggle around.

I just got my 3200 and love it so far. I have never used beans or a grinder. My question is about the grinder. When I look at the top of the grinder knob the 1 is at the top and of coarse the 12 is at the bottom. Where is the notch to show where you stop the knob on the setting I would want? I haven’t touched it yet since I have started using it ...but I honestly don’t know if I’m drinking a 1 or a 12 since I’m not sure where the point is that you stop for your desired strength. I know it’s a silly question but info would be so helpful since I’m a newbie on a grinder.

@kk612003

3 жыл бұрын

Course not coarse

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

There should be a mark on the side wall of the bean hopper, next to the knob. Do you see it?

@kk612003

3 жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein Yes. Had to put my glasses on. 😂. Thank you!

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

@@kk612003 Yeah, it's not an obvious indicator. Glad you found it. 🙂

Replace my 5 years old Saeco with the rebrand (made in Romania) Phillips 3200 a year ago and out of the box the machine was making very sloppy pucks, with time it turn into a coffee grind soup and now the grinder just don't grind anymore.

@BryanKlein

9 ай бұрын

That sounds defective to me.

@onlyscience7120

9 ай бұрын

I used an L-shaped Allen to unblock the grinder outlet in the chute 1:09. Thanks.@@BryanKlein

@BryanKlein

9 ай бұрын

Oh! It was clogged? That's a great and easy fix. Glad I could help.

@onlyscience7120

9 ай бұрын

You should be paid by Phillips@@BryanKlein

Mine keeps saying fill the beans and it's full..... Idk why I keep having bad luck with these things. 😡

Hi Bryan ,I have a problem with 1200 machine ...when I press for making coffe I get all 3 alert nots...and the grinder wont start ?

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry, I don't know anything about that model and while I kind of geeked out about my machine I'm not as knowledgeable as their support resources.

How do you clean all this coffee stuck on the walls?

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

I use a little brush, but you could use a kids size toothbrush or something. Go up from the bottom and down through the top.

@Stradix

3 жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein it might appear some mold if it's not cleaned often, I guess

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

@@Stradix yes, I clean mine at least once a week. It helps to gently flex/remove the door behind the water tank, to get full access to the interior without anything in the way.

@Stradix

3 жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein great idea! Thank you so much

@JoelSc14

2 жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein how does the door come off ?? I have been scared to remove it, thinking it might never go back on.. lol have had my Philips 3200 LatteGo for quite some time. thanks !!

My bypass stopped working like a month after a purchase, anything I can check/do why I can use bypass?

@BryanKlein

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what 'bypass' means in your comment.

Mine stopped grinding the beans all of a sudden. It dispenses hot weather and does the coffee with the powder you out on top, but when I click for an expresso, the 3 warning lights start blinking simultaneously. Does anyone know how to fix this please?

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

Ooof, I have no idea. Have you called technical support?

@giovannigiorgio6406

3 жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein yeah they told me to bring it to the nearest repair center. So I wanted to know if maybe there is a simpler solution someone found on here. (Thanks for replying so quickly)

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

@@giovannigiorgio6406 ugh, that is not the answer I would want either. So I understand reaching out here first.

@giovannigiorgio6406

3 жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein as always, an Indian guy in the deepest of youtube save the situation. It's just a turn of a screwdriver and problem solved. I can't believe how superficial the customer support at Philips is. I link the video in case someone has my problem kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZnuDpaWanLfSZNI.html

@BryanKlein

3 жыл бұрын

@@giovannigiorgio6406 Wow great find! Thank you for sharing!

Got this machine today and I'm very disappointed, the coffee looks and tastes weak and watery (I'm using premium beans so it's not the coffee, also tried cheap ones), the foam is very thin and goes away as I take one or 2 sips, and since I know the taste of the coffee that these beans can produce, this machine is miles away of producing the same flavour.

@BryanKlein

Жыл бұрын

It does take a few grinds/brews to get settled (about 2 weeks for me) and develop consistency in the brew, and to get my grind and volume settings dialed in. Having said that, depending on how you have brewed in the past, it might be very different.

@carlosgouveia

Жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein Can't understand how such an expensive machine doesn't make proper coffees straight away. Before, I was using machines way cheaper (1/5th of price), so I expected much better experience after spending this amount of money. Since I bought it in Amazon I will give it the benefit of the doubt for 2 or 3 weeks, if it doesn't improve is going back. Thanks for your reply!

@BryanKlein

Жыл бұрын

@@carlosgouveia yes, I get it and you should enjoy the brews you get from it. I've run thousands of drinks through mine by now and every new bean and changing grind settings change my experience too. I go with medium roast, dry beans with little to no surface oils. I set my grind pip around #7-9. Hopefully you find what works for you, if not, I'd like to hear back from you if you find something better.

@carlosgouveia

Жыл бұрын

@@BryanKlein thanks for your inputs. I will keep you posted on my experience 😉