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This is good to know. It also explains why 12E was a reasonable setting to use initially.Originally posted by Jackster View Post1 shim will move the adjustment about 6 number increment
On a different matter - I and two other friends received our 270Wi this week and in all three grinders the macro wheel couldn't be turned all the way. The instructions manual specifies the following in the Initial Setup section: "Rotate macro-adjustment until the black grind setting indicator is at 18". However we all found out that this is impossible to do. We had to remove the whole grind adjustment assembly and attach it again for all grind settings to become accessible. I don't know why Baratza doesn't ship grinders so that they're in fully working state out-of-the-box. If it's by design that one needs to remove and reattach the grind assembly as part of the initial setup they should at least mention it in the manual.
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Hmm that's strange... I've downloaded the manual and I read that... I'm not sure why you have to do that initially anyway...Originally posted by boren View PostThis is good to know. It also explains why 12E was a reasonable setting to use initially.
On a different matter - I and two other friends received our 270Wi this week and in all three grinders the macro wheel couldn't be turned all the way. The instructions manual specifies the following in the Initial Setup section: "Rotate macro-adjustment until the black grind setting indicator is at 18". However we all found out that this is impossible to do. We had to remove the whole grind adjustment assembly and attach it again for all grind settings to become accessible. I don't know why Baratza doesn't ship grinders so that they're in fully working state out-of-the-box. If it's by design that one needs to remove and reattach the grind assembly as part of the initial setup they should at least mention it in the manual.
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Received mine today!!! Looks awesome! Accidently broke one of the finger guard legs attached to the hopper hehe, not a fault of the hopper, totally mine. The gate was open and I went to close it but went the wrong way, and too hard, but it's still got three other legs attached so should be fine. Lesson learnt! [emoji14]
Also gonna wait until I finish this oily darker roast test roast I have, don't wanna start the grinder with that!
I love the bristle that comes with it to get grinds out, thoroughly pleased with that! Yes, I am easily pleased [emoji14]
Ah yep I see what you mean, mine does that too. When you reach around 18 it just stops and doesn't go any further/finer. But I found if you push the adjustment thing upwards at that point while turning you can go on to finer grinds. I think it was designed that way, like a little stopper at that point.Originally posted by boren View PostThis is good to know. It also explains why 12E was a reasonable setting to use initially.
On a different matter - I and two other friends received our 270Wi this week and in all three grinders the macro wheel couldn't be turned all the way. The instructions manual specifies the following in the Initial Setup section: "Rotate macro-adjustment until the black grind setting indicator is at 18". However we all found out that this is impossible to do. We had to remove the whole grind adjustment assembly and attach it again for all grind settings to become accessible. I don't know why Baratza doesn't ship grinders so that they're in fully working state out-of-the-box. If it's by design that one needs to remove and reattach the grind assembly as part of the initial setup they should at least mention it in the manual.
I wonder when changing the grind setting if it's recommended that you push upwards while rotating or is it safe to just rotate adjustment wheel normally?
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I got the 270wi a month ago to replace my trusty old Rocky. I can't comment on reliability yet, but so far after about 5kg or so of beans I'm impressed. I don't think it would be up for even light duty in a cafe, but for a kg or so a week at home I figured it's worth a shot.
My only very small complaint is that it would be great if it turned on automatically when I put the portafilter in the holder rather than having to press the play button, wait a sec or two then press it again. Really not a big deal, but I don't think it would be too hard to program and would keep things moving just that little bit smoother in the mornings.
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Simon how’s the Sette? What grinder were you using previously?Originally posted by simonsk8r View PostReceived mine today!!! Looks awesome! Accidently broke one of the finger guard legs attached to the hopper hehe, not a fault of the hopper, totally mine. The gate was open and I went to close it but went the wrong way, and too hard, but it's still got three other legs attached so should be fine. Lesson learnt! [emoji14]
Also gonna wait until I finish this oily darker roast test roast I have, don't wanna start the grinder with that!
I love the bristle that comes with it to get grinds out, thoroughly pleased with that! Yes, I am easily pleased [emoji14]
Ah yep I see what you mean, mine does that too. When you reach around 18 it just stops and doesn't go any further/finer. But I found if you push the adjustment thing upwards at that point while turning you can go on to finer grinds. I think it was designed that way, like a little stopper at that point.
I wonder when changing the grind setting if it's recommended that you push upwards while rotating or is it safe to just rotate adjustment wheel normally?
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I'm just trying it out as I type this! Was gonna wait til my beans rested a bit more but I realised these washed Colombians I roasted 8 days, should be fineOriginally posted by Janus View PostSimon how’s the Sette? What grinder were you using previously?
I was using a Compak K3 touch advanced before this one. The 270Wi just seemed to be so intriguing and everything I wanted in a grinder.
I must say....... having only done a few shots.... I am really, really impressed! The dosing is incredible, it's been pretty spot on (0.1-0.2g out the first few times).
My first shot I dosed 22.6g on setting 9E (as recommended in the manual) yielded 2.8g in 86.7s. (!!!) Yep just a tad fine haha. Of COURSE I still drank that 2.8 grams, why wouldn't I!!
Next shot dosed 23g (just seemed like 23 could fit), and went two macro settings coarser at 11E, just to see how it affected things. Yielded 23g in 59s, so getting there. A chewy shot
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I was worried about the pile of coffee grounds going back up into the chute while grinding, so I've dosed a bit less then topped up, but honestly I think it may be fine without doing that.
Very little mess too! I'm gonna do a proper review soon once I've had a good play with it.
You've got a Niche on the way I hear mate, can't wait to hear what you think of it, rave reviews for it already huh..
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Yeah i'm pretty pumped for the new grinder. I attempted to upgrade the ROK burrs with Baratza Preciso burrs which are higher quality, however they don't sit centred so i'm getting a huge particle sizing variation in the grounds. Unfortunately the upgrade was a fail, and i'm always on the look out for an excuse to upgrade. I'll probably try and get the ROK ring burr centred better at some point when i find time. Be nice to have an electric grinder, the ROK is a slow grind, and requires both hands so you can't do anything else while grinding.
Also i was lucky enough to try coffee using the same coffee machine as i'm using but with the Niche grinder, and the difference was huge (probably mainly due to operator skills, but a new grinder can't hurt!).
Saw a video on the Sette 271wi dosing weights, was within 0.02g on average of the programmed weight, pretty impressive.
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Yeah for sure makes a huge difference having well aligned burrs. A new grinder is always justified! And yep I'm impressed so far!Originally posted by Janus View PostYeah i'm pretty pumped for the new grinder. I attempted to upgrade the ROK burrs with Baratza Preciso burrs which are higher quality, however they don't sit centred so i'm getting a huge particle sizing variation in the grounds. Unfortunately the upgrade was a fail, and i'm always on the look out for an excuse to upgrade. I'll probably try and get the ROK ring burr centred better at some point when i find time. Be nice to have an electric grinder, the ROK is a slow grind, and requires both hands so you can't do anything else while grinding.
Also i was lucky enough to try coffee using the same coffee machine as i'm using but with the Niche grinder, and the difference was huge (probably mainly due to operator skills, but a new grinder can't hurt!).
Saw a video on the Sette 271wi dosing weights, was within 0.02g on average of the programmed weight, pretty impressive.
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Quick q - did you update both the load cell firmware and the display firmware, or just the load cell firmware?Originally posted by mentasm View PostJust updated my 270w to a 270wi. Simple process. Grinder works much better now. No waiting for scale calibration all the time. Seems to be smarter about guessing when to shut off to hit target weight. Seems a bit quite too. Read that the slightly slowed the motor. Also purchased the extended portafilter forks. Such a. Good upgrade. Fixes all the mess problems I had and let's me grind my 20g in 1 go instead of 2 x 10g. Has really turned my dosing into a one button press experience. Wife loves it
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Hi, I also have a 270W ( that i recently upgraded to the Wi ) and it sounds like the gears have stripped/broken. Horrible noise & turning slowly even with bottom burr removed. Mine is just under 2 years old. Did Five Senses repair yours ? & was it under warranty.
Thanks
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Hehe, yep fair enough. It is really unfortunate those earlier models and all the issues. Hence why I did a ridiculous amount of research on the new Wi model and emailed Baratza directly about the new one, and purchased it as they seemed to have really worked to eliminate those prior issues, which is the mark of any decent company to not just make the same subpar product.Originally posted by Melbroaster View PostNo offence to anyone that has bought one of these but I wouldn’t pay for one even if it came with a free kvdw speedster. Never heard of so many quality issues with one grinder!
If mine breaks down it breaks down. So far it's only been positive for me. But I was taking a risk when I bought it.
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