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  • #16
    Re: Need advice re Sunbeam machine output

    Originally posted by 2205240E1534383C2422510 link=1230381127/14#14 date=1236382652
    One thing that hasnt improved is the time before the flow turns yellowish - still barely more than one espresso worth.

    You need to define.... What you mean ???

    20ml / 25ml or 30ml ?

    On the smaller systems and with the small volume 20 - 25 and I would be Happy...

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    • #17
      Re: Need advice re Sunbeam machine output

      Ok, fair enough... the flow of sacred brown syrupy liquid is only probably 10ml before it turns to a brown spray, but I probably get 20+ml before the real yellow part comes through. I guess I should just put this t the grade of machine an start saving my pennies for something better.

      Put it this way... making coffee for people at a dinner party is fairly time consuming... :-/

      Stu.

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      • #18
        Re: Need advice re Sunbeam machine output

        If you are getting 20 ml of good brown extraction, then you are in the right ballpark. The spray is probably caused by the double-floor basket. Do be brave and cut/grind most of the bottom away, or get a single floor version.

        You might be able to get a bit more coffee out by making the grind a bit coarser, but this is likely to speed up the flow too, and may result in an under-extraction.

        Id suggest that the next check is to see if you are putting in the optimum amount of grounds.

        The usual test is to grind, tamp, put a 5 cent coin on top, and lock in the portafilter. Take it off and keep adjusting the amount of coffee until the coin is just pushed gently onto the coffee.

        This usually gives the best extraction with maximum flavour.

        Keep having fun.

        Greg

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        • #19
          Re: Need advice re Sunbeam machine output

          quick response: The spray is also seen now that Im trialling this single floor basket.

          Proper response later when I have time to fully consider your suggestion.

          Stu.

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          • #20
            Re: Need advice re Sunbeam machine output

            Originally posted by 506572704078657A767B73170 link=1230381127/17#17 date=1236473076
            If you are getting 20 ml of good brown extraction, then you are in the right ballpark.
            AND

            Originally posted by 506572704078657A767B73170 link=1230381127/17#17 date=1236473076
            The usual test is to grind, tamp, put a 5 cent coin on top, and lock in the portafilter. Take it off and keep adjusting the amount of coffee until the coin is just pushed gently onto the coffee.

            This usually gives the best extraction with maximum flavour.

            What he said ;D You can only push a cheep system so far... After that it is just not worth the effort..

            Remember at 20ml of good syrup and a touch of blonding, you will have do as good as if not better than many cafes.

            Add your steamed milk etc and for the outlay... Good coffee..

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