Pinecone Swiss Pinion User manual

PINECONE PINION
Coffee grinder
User manual
English

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Overview
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Delivery scope
1. Bean hopper lid
2. Bean hopper
3. Hopper lock ring
4. Grind size scale
5. Grind size adjustment knob
6. Spout
7. Portafilter holder
8. Portafilter support adjustment screw
9. Demand button
10. Portafilter support
11. Drip tray
12. Dosing cup holder platform
13. Dosing cup
14. On/Off switch
15. Overcurrent protector

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Contents
General information 5
Reading and retaining the instruction manual 5
Glossary and explanation of symbols in the instruction manual 5
Safety 6
Intended use 6
Safety information 7-8
Before initial operation 9
Functioning and basic settings 9
Validating the grinder and scope of delivery 9
Setting up the grinder and inserting the bean hopper 10
Setting up the portafilter 10
Operation 11
Filling the hopper with coffee beans 11
Switching on the grinder 11
Setting and changing the grind size 11
Starting the grinding process 12
Changing coffee beans 13
Cleaning 14
Cleaning the grinder installation surface 14
Cleaning the grinder auxiliary components 15
Cleaning the bean hopper 16
Cleaning the grinding mechanism with GRINDZ 16
Cleaning the grinding mechanism manually 17
Maintenance 18
Replacing the grinding discs 18
Replacing the flapper 19
Troubleshooting 20-21
Technical data 22
Disposal 23
Support & Service 23

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General information
Reading and retaining the instruction manual
Carefully read this instruction manual and safety information before using the described Pinion coffee grinder to ensure safe
operation without danger. This manual applies standards and regulations in force in the European Union. Consultation of
specific country laws and guidelines if abroad remain in the responsibility of the user.
The Pinion coffee grinder will hereafter be referred to only as “grinder” for simplicity. Keep this instruction manual for future
reference and pass it on to subsequent owners and users of this grinder.
Glossary and explanation of symbols in the instruction manual
WARNING! Hazard of medium risk which can lead
to death or serious injury if not avoided.
CAUTION! Hazard of low risk which can lead to
death or serious injury if not avoided.
Note!
Material damage possible.
Important information for operation & handling.
Product is permitted for indoor use only.
WARNING!
Electrical shock hazard.
Mark to indicate a product that meets the electrical
safety requirements in the United States of America.
Mark to indicate a product that meets the hygiene
and cleanliness requirements in the food industry
defined by the National Sanitation Foundation.
Mark to declare product conformity to applicable
provisions of the European Economic Area.
Mark to declare product conformity to protection
class I.

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Safety
Intended use
The grinder is only suitable to grind whole roasted coffee beans. Do not use the grinder to grind other substances or objects.
The grinder is intended for commercial use but not for continuous mass production. Servicing the grinder is permitted
exclusively for trained personnel. Operation by untrained persons is permitted in a place where its use is supervised.
Any other use is considered out of compliance with intended use and may result in material damage or personal injury.
Do not alter the grinder in any way. The manufacturer or supplier cannot be held liable for damages or any injuries resulting
from failure to comply with safety instructions.
Safety information.
WARNING!
Danger of electric shock (1/2)
Improper use, incorrect electrical installation or excessively high voltage can lead to electric shock. Therefore:
▪Connect the grinder only if the mains voltage of the socket complies with the information indicated on the type plate.
▪Connect the grinder only to a socket with good accessibility so that it can be quickly disconnected in the event of a fault.
▪Do not use the grinder if you notice any damage or if the power cable or plug is faulty. A damaged cable or plug must be
replaced by the manufacturer or by qualified service personnel in order to avoid hazards.
▪Do not operate the grinder without an earth connection.
▪Connect the grinder only if the power supply is secured with a 16 A slow fuse or 15 A overload protection (USA). Only
qualified electricians may install protective measures if the power connection at the site of use is not yet secured in this way.

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Safety
WARNING!
Danger of electric shock (2/2)
▪Always switch off the grinder (main switch (14)in 0 position) before you remove the power plug.
▪Install the grinder only in places where handling & operation of the grinder can be supervised by trained personnel.
▪Do not operate the grinder above 2,000 meters.
▪Do not immerse the grinder or the power cable or power plug in water or any other liquids.
▪Do not clean the grinder with a water jet or with compressed air (e.g. with a compressed air gun).
▪Never touch the power plug with wet hands.
▪Never unplug the power plug from the wall socket by pulling on the power cable; always grip the plug itself.
▪Never use the power cable as a handle to carry the grinder.
▪Keep the grinder and power cable/power plug away from open flames and hot surfaces.
▪Position the power cable in a way so that it does not become a trip hazard.
▪Do not bend the power cable and do not place it over sharp edges.
▪Use the grinder in indoor areas only. Never operate the grinder in damp rooms or in the rain.
▪Keep children away from the grinder and ensure that children do not insert any objects into the grinder.
▪If you are not using the grinder, if you are cleaning it or if a fault occurs: switch off the grinder and remove the power
plug from the socket.
▪Do not open the grinder casing and delegate repairs and service to trained service personnel.
▪All liability and warranty claims will be rejected and excluded in the event of unauthorized repairs, faulty power
connection or incorrect grinder operation.
▪Only OEM parts that comply with the original appliance specifications may be used for repairs and service. This
grinder contains electrical and mechanical parts that are essential for protection against potential hazards.

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Safety
▪The grinder is not intended for use by children or people with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or a lack of
experience and knowledge. Children may not play with the grinder.
▪Do not leave the grinder unsupervised when in operation.
▪Do not let children play with packaging film. Children can become entangled in it while playing and may suffocate.
▪Do not let children play with the small parts. These can be life-threatening if swallowed.
WARNING! Danger for children and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities (e.g. partially
disabled or elderly persons) or a lack of experience or knowledge (e.g. older children or inexperienced users).
▪Incorrect handling of the grinder can result in injury.
▪Position the power cable so that persons cannot become entangled and cause the grinder to fall over.
▪Place the grinder on a level and stable surface to prevent it from falling over.
CAUTION!
Risk of tipping and injury.
▪Do not under any circumstances reach into the grinder, grinding house or grinder spout with bare fingers.
▪Do not insert any objects into the grinder.
▪Always switch off the grinder and disconnect the power plug from the socket before starting to clean or maintain the
grinder.
WARNING! Risk of injury!
Accidentally reaching into the rotating grinding discs can cause serious injuries.

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Before initial operation
Functioning and basic settings
The grinder features a removable bean hopper (2) that is locked into place and unlocked by a turnable ring towards its
bottom (3). In order to install the bean hopper the ring needs to be placed into “unlock” position. Upon placing the hopper
into the grinder neck and turning the ring to “locked” position, the bean hopper will secure safely in place and the bean
shutter will open.
The grinder may be used to grind into portafilters (if the portafilter support module is installed (7)) or into the dosing cup (13)
or other containers (if the dosing cup support platform is installed (12)). Grinding operation can be turned on and off via the
main switch (14) located on the back of the grinder or via the on demand button beneath the portafilter holder on the front of
the grinder (9). If the On/Off switch is engaged in position “I”, grinding operation is controlled via the on-demand button (9).
On/Off switch position “II” turns on the grinding operation permanently for as long as switch position “II” is engaged.
Validating the grinder and scope of delivery
Note! Risk of damage! Take care while opening the grinder packaging with a sharp knife or other pointed objects,
otherwise the grinder may be damaged.
▪Remove the grinder from its packaging.
▪Validate that the delivery scope is complete (see p.3).
▪Check for damage to the grinder or to its individual parts: if damage is detectable, do not use the grinder and
contact your supplier.
Information: please note that each grinder is subjected to a function test before delivery and that residues of coffee
powder may be present in the grinding chamber.

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Before initial operation
Setting up the grinder and inserting the bean hopper
1. Place the grinder on a level and stable surface.
2. Make sure the grinder is switched off (On/Off switch (14)in middle position 0) and connect the grinder to the mains
by inserting the mains plug in a properly installed earthed socket.
3. Ensure the spout (6) is pushed up to the maximum and is securely locked in the spout locking mechanism.
4. Insert the drip tray (11)in the corresponding housing recess underneath the spout.
5. Insert the dosing cup holder platform (12) into the recess in the main column. To use a portafilter, follow section
“setting up the portafilter”.
6. Set the bean hopper locking ring (3) to “unlocked” and place the bean hopper (2) on the bean hopper intake.
7. When placing the bean hopper, make sure to place the nose of the hopper into the corresponding recess of the
bean hopper intake on the top of the grinder.
8. Push the bean hopper down into the bean hopper intake and turn the bean hopper locking ring (3) to “locked”
position to fix it to the grinder and to open the bean shutter. If the bean hopper cannot be fixed in place, it may not
be positioned correctly or the locking ring may be set to the “locked” position (see step 6).
Information: the grinder switches off automatically if the bean hopper is not attached.
Setting up the portafilter
1. Place the grinder on a level and stable surface.
2. Make sure the grinder is switched off (On/Off switch (14)in middle position 0).
3. Use a screwdriver to loosen the portafilter support screws (8) and lower the portafilter support (10)as far as possible.
4. Insert a portafilter into the portafilter holder (7) and push the portafilter support (10) upwards until the portafilter fits
exactly between the portafilter support and the portafilter holder.
5. Hold the portafilter support (10)in position and secure it by turning the support adjustment screws (8) clockwise.