FZ-RR 700 Baby Roaster

[Quomby]

Re: FZ-RR 700 Baby Roaster

Is it easier to get a better result with the automatic or is it better to go the manual and have full control?

[flynnaus]

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Is it easier to get a better result with the automatic or is it better to go the manual and have full control?  

Either, but Id probably Id go the motorized version. Calling it automatic is a bit deceptive as you still have manual control over all aspects except the turning of the drum. I had a demo of the motorized version and have done about 4 roasts on the manual one and, roast-quality-wise, there is no difference.

The advantage of the manual one is that you can roast anywhere without the need for a power outlet and I really havent found turning the drum manually that much of a chore. But you can still remove the motor and make it a manual if required.

Chaff remains in the vessel.

You will get a small amount of chaff emerging from the holes but Im yet to try a chaffy bean.

[Quomby]

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I couldnt find the screw? I found the handle hidden in the funnel but have unwrapped everything and Im down the screw. Nothing major will pop down the hardware in the morning. But thought I would post this in case its somewhere I didnt look (dont know where unless its taped inside the roaster though )

[flynnaus]

Re: FZ-RR 700 Baby Roaster

I couldnt find the screw?

What screw Quom?

[Quomby]

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It says there is meant to be a screw to secure the handle into the base of the roaster and to secure the screw with a size 2 allen key? At the moment attempting to open the roaster is impossible. If I pull nothing happens so I assume I need to screw? But if I screw the handle comes off as it isnt secured to the cap to the roaster.

[jmc]

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Mine was also missing. The thread is standard 4mm so I just found a screw in the toolbox. It doesnt matter if the screw sticks out a bit as there is nothing for it to snag on.

Screw the other way. It is meant to be a firm fit so it doesnt flop around as it rotates, but it will loosen up enough in the first couple of roasts.

John

[Quomby]

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Thanks for that. Was thinking I was insane for a moment!

[>CoffeeRoasters]

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Just apply some heat on the gas cooker if the fit is tight in pulling out the end handle. The metal will expand quick enough to let you get the handle out easy. Not sure why the hex bolt was not there, I just checked a couple of boxes here and they were in the handle.

I always leave the roaster with the handle out after roasting as it makes it easier to load while the metal is cold and put the handle back in. Otherwise you risk breaking the seal on the drum if you try and yank out the handle while the drum is cold..

Cheers...Mark

[NewToEspresso]

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Any plans in the pipeline to produce a bigger batch version of this roaster? Say, 300g or even 500g roaster?

[>CoffeeRoasters]

Re: FZ-RR 700 Baby Roaster

Any plans in the pipeline to produce a bigger batch version of this roaster? Say, 300g or even 500g roaster?

No 200g is probably max and ideal using this method. Once you go bigger then air needs to be introduced to clear chaff,smoke and to apply more heat to the bigger bean mass to roast evenly changing the dynamics of the roaster.

[gbatterley]

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After making lots of grand speeches to the missus how I would not be spending any more money on "stupid coffee equipment" I have just put an order in for one of these and hope to pick up Tuesday.
Very excited.

[nico]

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After making lots of grand speeches to the missus how I would not be spending any more money on "stupid coffee equipment" I have just put an order in for one of these and hope to pick up Tuesday.
Very excited.

It is good to preface those statements with "stupid". That way, you only have to explain why _this_ piece of equipment is not stupid.

[monroe]

Re: FZ-RR 700 Baby Roaster

This is very interesting learning tool.
How to order this? PM direct to one of site sponsor? Coffee Roasters?

Sorry Newbie, thanks

[Beanz.]

Re: FZ-RR 700 Baby Roaster

How to order this?

Not sure of your location but Coffee Roasters or contact Chris at Talk Coffee in Melbourne

[gbatterley]

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Anyone know what kind of gas stove that is in the video? AND anyone any recommendations for a gas stove? I havent picked up my roaster yet but just wondering if height of stove/strength of flame is important.