Grindmaster 11 Guide

Warning Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Unit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Water Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Electrical Hook-up & Start-up Procedure . . . . . . . . .6
Operating the Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Brewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
User Lockout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Bean Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Pulse Brew Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
User Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Brew Volume Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
System Restore Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Factory/Field Test Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Water System Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Timer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Setting the Grind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Shear Plate Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Exploded Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Grindmaster Corporation
4003 Collins Lane
Louisville, KY 40245 USA
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www.grindmaster.com
© Grindmaster Corporation, 1997
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0307 Form # BW-350-13
Part #70661
Grind’n Brew Coffee Systems®
Operation and Instruction Manual
for
Models: -11, -21, -10, -20 including H, HQ versions
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Prior authorization must be obtained from
Grindmaster Corporation for all warranty claims.
Model Grind’n Brew-10H
Model Grind’n Brew-20H Model Grind’n Brew-21H
Model Grind’n Brew-11H

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Warning Labels
! WARNING:
USE ONLY ON A CIRCUIT THAT IS PROPERLY PROTECTED AND CAPABLE OF THE
RATED LOAD.
! WARNING:
ELECTRONICALLY GROUND THE CHASSIS.
! WARNING:
DO NOT DEFORM PLUG OR CORD.
! WARNING:
FOLLOW NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES.
! WARNING:
WATER CONNECTIONS SHALL COMPLY WITH THE PLUMBING CODE OF BOCA & THE
FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANUAL OF THE FDA
! WARNING:
DO NOT USE NEAR COMBUSTIBLES.
! WARNING:
FAILURE TO COMPLY RISKS PERSONAL INJURY, DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT, FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD.
! WARNING:
READ THE ENTIRE OPERATING MANUAL INCLUDING THE LIMIT OF WARRANTY AND
LIABILITY BEFORE BUYING OR USING THIS PRODUCT.
! WARNING:
ALWAYS UNPLUG UNIT FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE SERVICING.

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x
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x
x
x
x
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x
1810 1810 208 3660
1710 1710 2674 3560 1810 1810 2749 3660
120 120 208/240 120 120 208/240 208/240208/240
1710 1710 2674 3560 1810 1810 2749 3660
120 120 208/240 120 120 208/240 208/240208/240
Technical Data - Single Bean Domestic Models
Technical Data - Dual Bean Domestic Models

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Unit Installation
IMPORTANT:This brewer should be installed by a knowledgeable and experienced commercial
equipment installer.
Brewer Contents
Your brewer package should include the following:
1 Grinderbrewer (either single or dual bean)
1 Operation and Instruction Manual (this manual)
1 Hose to 1/4" flare fitting (part # 61237)
Tools Required for Installation
#2 Phillips screwdriver
9/16" wrench
5/8" wrench
(or crescent wrench)
6" level
NOTE: Other tools may be needed depending on the type of water supply tubing and location.
1. Inspect unit to see if any damage occurred in shipment.
2. Position brewer on counter. Place on sturdy permanent counter top. If you have an airpot brewer, install the 4"
plastic legs (included) at the bottom of the brewer. Lean the brewer towards its side to expose screwholes under-
neath for legs. Adjust the leg height to suit the size of airpots you will use. IMPORTANT: Adjust the feet to
level the brewer. With bubble level, check to see that the brewer is level on countertop.
Water Hook-up (All Models) (Refer to Figure A)
IMPORTANT: This equipment must be installed in compliance with applicable Federal, State and/or
Local plumbing codes having jurisdiction. Incoming water pressure should be greater
than 20 psi and not more than 100 psi.
1. The incoming water supply should have a shut-off valve connected in-line. The end should have a female 1/4"
flare fitting. Water supply should be a 1/4" I.D. dedicated line branched off a 1" or larger supply line.
2. Prior to installing the brewer, flush out the water line by running approximately 1 gal. of water into a pail.
This will insure no sediment from a new installation can get in the brewer.
3. Make sure your source water is turned off. Connect the water line’s 1/4" female flare fitting (1) to the 1/4" male fit-
ting on the hose connector (2).
4. Make sure Grind’n Brew is unplugged. Connect the water line to the brewer with the hose connector (2).
5. Turn the water valve on, sending water to the brewer. If there are any leaks, tighten connections to stop leakage.
Figure A

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Electrical Hook-up and Start-up Procedure (All Models)
IMPORTANT: Do not plug the unit in yet.
IMPORTANT: This equipment must be installed in compliance with applicable Federal, State and/or
Local electrical codes having jurisdiction. Do not use extension cords. Make sure that
the outlet the brewer plugs into is grounded.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the Main Power Switch in the back of the unit is in the Off position before
plugging in the brewer.
IMPORTANT: Domestic Q models at 208/230V must have a 4 wire electrical connection. The circuit must
have 2 hots, 1 ground and 1 neutral wire. Failure to install with a 4 wire connection will void
the manufacturer’s warranty. 208/230 Volt Grind’n Brew units require a 20 Amp circuit.
1. Plug the brewer into an electrical outlet (or run power to unit for hardwire applications).
2. Make sure the brew basket is inserted in the brew rails.
3. Reach to the back of the brewer and press the white Main Power Switch to the On position. The front control lights
will go on, and water will enter the brewer. The tank will fill in 2-3 minutes from the moment the Main Power Switch is
turned on.
4. Once the tank is full, it will take 10-15 minutes to heat the water to the brewing temperature. (Cut that time in half for
the 230V “Q” models.) Once the Ready light is lit, you are ready to brew.
IMPORTANT: Brewers are factory set for throw weight and water portion. Please check that installation
is correct before making adjustment. No adjustments should be necessary for normal
installation.
Operating the Touchpad (Refer to Figure B)
1. To select the appropriate bean hopper, press the hopper (left) button until the desired indicator arrow is illuminated.
NOTE: This step only applies to dual bean hoppers.
2. To select a portion size, press the center of the Portion Size (middle) button until the half pot or full pot symbol
(depending on your need) is illuminated.
3. The Mode (right) button allows you to select either the “Brew Only”, “Grind Only” or “Grind and Brew” feature.
a) To grind only, press the center of the Mode (right) button until the grinder symbol is illuminated.
b) To brew only, press the center of the Mode (right) button until the coffee cup symbol is illuminated.
c) To grind and brew, press the Mode (right) button until both symbols are illuminated together.
Figure B
(Dual Bean Model)
(Single Bean Model)
Half or Full PotBean Selector
(Dual Bean Models Only)
Grind only
Brew only
Grind and Brew Option

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Brewing
IMPORTANT: Brewers are factory set for the correct grind and brew times for average situations. You
should not need to make adjustments in the field.
1. Make sure that a new paper filter is in the brew basket and the brew basket is in place in the brewer.
2. Place beans in the hopper.
3. Choose to “Grind and Brew”. Press the far right touchpad so “Grind and Brew” lights are lit.
4. Choose the Portion Size. Press the middle touchpad until desired volume is lit.
5. Choose Decaf or Regular coffee (only applicable to dual bean Grind’n Brews). Press left touchpad.
Arrow will either point left or right for Decaf or Regular.
6. Place a decanter or airpot under the brew basket, depending on the model.
7. Press Start. You will see the coffee bean level go down slightly. You will hear the coffee grind. Coffee is automati-
cally ground, portioned and placed in brew basket. Then ground coffee is automatically brewed. The Ready light
will now blink, indicating that grinding and brewing are in progress. This will take 3-4 minutes for a 1/2 gal. pot.
Portions are factory set. A stop function is added to the start switch. When this switch is depressed, it allows the
unit to stop during the selected grind, brew or grind and brew functions.
After brewing a pot, the tank must reheat. Reheat time is 5 1/2 - 8 minutes for 120V brewers and half that time
for 230V machines. Remember that the brewer will not function (although the grinder will) until the Ready light is
on, indicating that the water is hot enough to brew. A flashing green light indicates that the brewer is reheating or
that there is a cycle in progress. Do not remove the brew basket while the light is flashing. The brew basket
must be removed before a new brew can be initiated. This feature ensures that the operator discards the old
coffee grounds and installs a new coffee filter.
User Lockout
User Lockout is achieved via the position of the LOCK jumper on the board header. Locate the header on the board
(shown below) and place the jumper in the desired position. In the Locked position all menus in this document are
locked out, and the unit will only allow brewing or grinding functions. There are two versions of the header, 10 pin
and 2 pin. Both configurations are shown below.
User Lockout Jumper
User
Lockout
Jumper
Locked
Unlocked
LOCK
LOCK
2 Pin Version
1 LOCK
1 LOCK
Locked
Unlocked
10 Pin Version

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User Settings
The Grind’n Brew® has several factory-set options that can be modified by the user. These are divided into two
categories: Universal Settings or Brew Settings. Universal Settings pertain to the whole unit, and Brew Settings
pertain to one of the four available brew cycles – (Regular Full, Regular Half, Decaf Full and Decaf Half). All
settings are retained during a power loss. The original factory settings can be restored by using the System
Restore Function.
Universal Settings Brew Settings x 4
Temperature Scale Auger Time
Water Temperature Pulse Brew Pulses
Low Temp No Brew Enable Pulse Brew Pour Time
Pulse Brew Delay Time
Brew Time
User Settings
Pulse Brew Cycle
Pulse Brewing is a feature that increases the control and performance of the Grind’n Brew® machine. By pulsing
water during the brew cycle, you allow greater contact time and better extraction of the coffee. Ultimately you will
achieve a bolder and more consistent cup of coffee by using this feature.
If pulse brewing is selected, the unit will brew the number of pulses identified by the Pulse Brew Pulses setting.
Each pulse is identical. It will begin by dumping water for the Pulse Brew Pour Time and then wait for the Pulse
Brew Delay Time. This will repeat until all pulses are finished.
Once the pulses are complete, the unit will pour water for the remaining Brew Time. Brew Time is the total amount
of time water is poured over the coffee grinds. Pulse Brew Pour Times are included in this total. Pulse Brew
Delay Times are not included. The cycle will always stop pouring once the Brew Time is met, regardless of
whether this happens in the middle of pulse brewing.
Drip Time is half of the Brew Time. However, the Drip Time will never be greater than 1:30.
Bean Counter
The built-in bean counter measures relative usage of its Grind’n Brew® machine by totaling the amount of seconds
the augers have fed beans into the grinder. This number directly correlates to the amount of beans used by the
machine.
Depending on model, the bean counter is either always shown or hidden to the user.
The Bean Counter Menu is accessed by holding the UP and DOWN keys for 5 seconds. If the counter is normally
hidden, it will be shown here. The user can reset the counter through this menu. Pressing the SET button will
display “REs” and the user can select “YEs” or “no” with the UP and DOWN keys. Pressing the SET key finalizes
the selection. This menu times out after 10 seconds and is disabled by the User Lockout Jumper.

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User Menu
The User Menu is accessed by pressing the SET key on the display board. Navigation is accomplished by pressing
the UP, DOWN and SET keys. Feedback to the user is shown by the 3-digit numerical display.
The User Menu exits after a 1 minute timeout or all modes are stepped through. This menu is disabled by the User
Lockout Jumper.
Brew Settings - Brew Cycle Selection
There are four independent settings for brew cycles: Regular Full Brew, Regular Half Brew, Decaf Full Brew and
Decaf Half Brew. The User Menu adjusts settings for the brew cycle selected by the keypad. For instance, if
you want to change settings for Decaf Half brew then set the keypad to the Decaf Hopper and Half Brew Size
before entering the User Menu. The keypad settings cannot be changed while the User Menu is displayed.
User Menu Navigation
Advancing through the menu is done by pressing the SET Key. Each parameter is adjusted by pressing the UP
and DOWN keys. Pressing and holding the UP and DOWN keys will quickly scroll through settings. The table
below shows how to step through this menu.
Step Setting Display Adjustments
1Temperature Scale between
°F or °C
Displays the current
selection. Factory default
is “°F”
“°F” or “°C”
2Water Temperature
setpoint in °F or °C
Displays the current
selection. Factory default is
“195” in °F or “91” in °C.
“170” to “205” °F
“77” to “96” °C
3Show Auger Time
the amount of coffee beans fed
into the grinder
“At” None
4Set Auger Time
the amount of coffee beans fed
into the grinder
Displays the current
selection depending on Brew
Cycle
“0.1” to “45.0” seconds
5Show Brew Time
Total amount of pour time for
the brew cycle
“br” None
6Set Brew Time
Total amount of pour time for
the brew cycle
Displays the current
selection depending on Brew
Cycle
“0.01” to “6.00” in minutes.sec-
onds
7Show Pulse Brew “P-b” None
8Pulse Brew Pulse Number
sets the number of pulses in
the brew cycle
Displays the current
selection depending on Brew
Cycle
“OFF” to “10”
9Pulse Brew Pour Time
sets the amount of pour time in
each pulse
Displays the current
selection depending on Brew
Cycle
“0.05” to “1.00” in
minutes.seconds
10 Pulse Brew Delay Time
sets the amount of delay time
between each pulse
Displays the current
selection depending on Brew
Cycle
“0.05” to “1.00” in minutes.sec-
onds
11 Show Low Temp No Brew “Ltn” None
12 Set Low Temp No Brew
enable or disable
Displays the current
selection. Factory default
is “YES”
“OFF” or “ON”

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Brew Volume Setting Menu
This feature sets the brew time based on water volume of a desired container. Before using this feature, remove the
brew basket, remove the spray head and place the desired container in place underneath the brewer.
The Brew Volume Setting Menu is started by selecting a brew cycle and holding in the START switch for 5
seconds. The display will show “Pro” at this time. Again press the START switch, and water will begin dispensing
into the container. The display shows a Brew Time count at this time. When satisfied with the water level, again
press the START switch. At this point the Brew Time flashes on the display for 20 seconds. Press the START
switch again within the 20 seconds to accept the new Brew Time. No changes will be made if the Brew Time is not
confirmed in this last step.
There are four independent brew times in the unit. The set Brew Time is the cycle shown on the keypad. The
keypad cannot be modified while setting the brew volume. This feature is disabled by the User Lockout Jumper.
System Restore Feature
This function will restore a Grind’n Brew® unit to its original factory settings. To activate system restore, power on
the unit while holding in the DOWN button.
Continue holding the DOWN button and the display will scroll “rEStorE” to indicate that a system restore is about to
happen. If the DOWN button is released at this point, the restore is cancelled. If the button hold is continued, the
display will scroll “donE” to show completion of a system restore.
Upon a successful restore, the original factory settings will override all changes. The bean counter is not affected.