Stirling CFG160 User manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Burr Coffee Grinder
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Welcome
Congratulations on choosing to buy a STIRLING®product.
All products brought to you by STIRLING®are manufactured to the highest
standards of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of
customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive
3Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.
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02 Welcome
04 Warranty Details
05 General Safety Instructions
08 Product Overview
09 Getting Started
11 Instructions
12 FAQs and Troubleshooting Guide
13 Other Useful Information
15 Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice
Contents
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Burr Coffee Grinder
The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and
parts for a period of 36 months from the date of purchase. Defects that
occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be
repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion. The benefits conferred by
this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies in respect of the
product that the consumer has under the Competition and Consumer Act
2010 and similar state and territory laws.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for
a major failure and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does
not amount to a major failure.
YEAR WARRANTY
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Warranty Details
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General Safety Instructions
Electrical safety and cord handling
• Voltage: Make sure your outlet voltage and circuit frequency correspond to the
voltage stated on the rating label before connecting the appliance to power.
• WARNING: Do not immerse! To protect against fire and electric shock, never
immerse the cord, plug or the appliance itself in water or other liquid, or expose
any of the electrical connections to water. Only wipe the appliance with a damp
cloth, if required.
If the appliance falls into or accidentally becomes immersed in water, unplug it
from the wall outlet immediately. Do not reach into the water! Do not use this
appliance after it has fallen into or has become immersed in water. Contact our
after sales support centre for examination and repair.
• Protect the cord: Do not kink, bend or damage the power cord and protect it
from sharp edges and heat. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table
or benchtop. Do not let it touch hot surfaces. Ensure the cord is fully extended
before use and arrange it in such a way that there will be no risk of anyone
pulling it inadvertently or tripping over it. Never move, or carry the product by
the cord.
• No extension cord, no timer: Do not use the appliance with an extension cord,
plug adaptor, external timer or a separate remote control system.
• WARNING: Do not use if damaged! Do not pick up or operate the appliance if
the power supply cord, plug or housing is damaged. Do not use the appliance
after it malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
• Damaged cord: Check the power cord regularly for visible damage. A
damaged cord or plug must be replaced by appropriately qualified personnel in
order to avoid a hazard.
• Disconnect: Switch off and unplug the appliance from the power outlet when
not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. Grip
the plug when disconnecting, do not pull on the cord.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Read this manual thoroughly before rst use, even if you are familiar with this type of
product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of re, electric shock
and injury when correctly adhered to. Keep the manual in a safe place for future
reference, along with the completed warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. If
applicable, pass these instructions on to the next owner of the appliance.
Always follow basic safety precautions and accident prevention measures
when using an electrical appliance, including the following:
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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
• RCD: Unless your home is already fitted with a residual current device (safety
switch), we recommend installing an RCD with a rated residual operating
current not exceeding 30mA to provide additional safety protection when
using electrical appliances. See your electrician for professional advice.
Usage conditions and restrictions
• Domestic use only: This appliance is intended for private household use only.
It is not intended for commercial or trade use. Do not use it outdoors.
• Intended purpose: Do not use the appliance for anything other than its
intended purpose, and only use it as described in this manual. Any other use
and misuse may cause fire or electric shock, or result in potential injury to
persons.
• Accessories: Do not use this appliance with accessories that are not supplied.
Improper installation and the use of accessory attachments not supplied may
result in fire, electric shock or personal injury, and will void your warranty.
• Usage restriction: The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of expe-
rience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children: Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
• WARNING: Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use or when
plugged in. Disconnect it from the power supply when you are finished with it.
• Work surface: To ensure efficient operation, always place the appliance on a
level and stable work surface, in a dry environment, away from water and close
to a power outlet. Do not operate it on an inclined plane.
• Do not use the appliance: near an open flame, hot surface, radiant cooking
element or other source of heat. Do not use when empty.
• Check before use: Always check the hopper for the presence of foreign objects.
• Moving parts: Always switch off the grinder and wait until all parts have
stopped moving before moving the appliance.
• WARNING! To reduce the risk of severe injury to persons or damage to the
appliance, keep hands and utensils out of the coffee bean hopper while
grinding, and when the appliance is plugged in.
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• Lid: For your personal safety and to avoid creating a mess, only use the
grinder with both lids securely in place. The grinder will not work if the ground
coffee container is not covered by the lid.
• Maximum usage time: Do not use the coffee grinder continuously for more
than five (5) minutes at a time as the motor could overheat and cause damage
to the appliance. Allow the appliance to rest until the motor has cooled down.
• Cleaning: Make sure the appliance is unplugged from the power supply before
cleaning. Do not use abrasive or alkaline cleaning agents.
Only the plastic removable parts (bean hopper and lid, ground coffee container
and lid) may be washed in warm, soapy water, then rinsed and dried thoroughly.
Use a dry brush to remove coffee remnants from around the outer and inner
burrs in the grinding chamber.
Do not to immerse the appliance in water or other liquid, or wash it under
running water.
• Misuse: We assume no liability for any eventual damages or injury caused by
improper use, inappropriate handling or noncompliance with these instructions.
General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
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Product Overview
Scope of delivery
Angled view Front view
8 START/STOP button
9 Ground coffee chute
10 Base
B Other inclusions (not pictured)
Cleaning brush
Instruction manual
Quick start guide
Warranty certificate
Coffee grinder
1 Coffee bean hopper lid
2 Coffee bean hopper
3 Grind selector ring (coarse <---> fine)
4 Cup dial
5 Ground coffee container lid
6 Ground coffee container
7 RELEASE button (hopper)
NOTE: Due to continued product improvement, images and illustrations in this manual
may vary slightly from the product purchased. All images in this manual are for reference
purposes only. Parts are not necessarily pictured to scale.
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Getting Started
Before first use
• Unpack the appliance and keep the original packaging materials in a safe
place. It will help prevent any damage if the product needs to be transported
in the future, and you can use it to store the appliance when it is not in use. In
the event that the carton is to be disposed of, please recycle it where possible.
Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, so
ensure all packaging materials are out of their reach and disposed of safely.
• Inspect the cord and plug for damage or wear before each use. Do not use
the appliance if the appliance or its cord has been damaged or is not working
properly. In case of damage, contact our after sales support centre.
• Read all instructions in this manual and make sure you understand all
warnings. To familiarise yourself with all the parts and operating principles of
the coffee grinder, please refer to the Product Overview and Getting Started
sections. Also pay attention to the safety instructions on the previous pages.
• Remove and wash the plastic removable parts (coffee bean hopper and lid,
ground coffee container and lid) with a soft cloth or sponge in warm, soapy
water to remove any dust from transport. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• NOTE: You may notice a slight stain mark on the inner burr in the grinding
chamber. This is normal and due to factory's coffee grinding test during the
production process. It is unavoidable, and no cause for concern.
Installing and removing the removable parts
Removing the hopper
1. Make sure the machine is unplugged.
2. Press down the RELEASE button to unlock the hopper.
3. With one hand, turn the bean hopper anticlockwise until the unlock icon is
aligned with the [ |] marking on the grind selector ring.
4. Lift the bean hopper upwards and remove it from the grinder.
Mounting the hopper
1. Make sure the machine is unplugged.
2. Check and ensure the top part of the conical burr is clear of ground coffee
residues. If not, use the brush provided to clean around the top part of the burr.
3. Align the unlock icon on the base of the bean hopper with the [ |] marking on
the grind selector ring.
4. Press down and turn the hopper clockwise until the lock icon is aligned with
the [ |] marking and the hopper clicks securely in place.
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Getting Started (Cont.)
IMPORTANT! The coffee grinder will not turn on ...
... if the coffee bean hopper is not properly mounted.
... if the lid is not properly attached to the ground coffee container.
Grind selection
Your coffee grinder has 39 grind size options. To adjust the grind size, rotate the
grind selector ring and adjust from fine to coarse depending on the type of coffee
you are brewing.
Brewing method Espresso Pour-over /
drip-filter
Plunger /
cold brew
Suggested grind
size Fine Medium Coarse
Grind setting Fine – 12 12 – 26 26 – Coarse
NOTE: Avoid adjusting the grind size during operation as it will affect the coffee
ground coarseness.
Coffee quantity
Set the cup dial (see Fig. 1 on the opposite page) to the number of cups for which
you want your coffee ground. After the appropriate amount of coffee has been
ground, the machine will stop grinding.
Positioning the ground coffee container
1. Make sure the machine is unplugged.
2. Attach the lid to the ground coffee container before putting it in place on the
bottom plate.
Hints for grinding coffee
• Only buy as much coffee as you will use within a week after opening.
Fresh coffee tastes best.
• To retain optimum freshness, store the coffee beans in an airtight container in a
cool, dark area. Do not store coffee in a refrigerator or freezer.
• Grind the coffee beans just before brewing, and only grind as much as you will
need.
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Using the coffee grinder
1. Place the coffee grinder on a flat, level surface.
2. Fit the ground coffee container with its lid in its correct position on the bottom
plate. Check and ensure that the assembly is correctly positioned.
3. Check and ensure that the coffee bean hopper is correctly positioned – the
lock icon should be aligned with the [ |] marking.
4. Open the lid of the coffee bean hopper and fill the hopper with the desired
quantity of whole coffee beans. Close the lid.
5. Adjust the coffee grind size to your requirements (see "Grind selection" on the
opposite page and Fig. 1, below.
6. Plug the power plug into an appropriate power
outlet and switch on power to the outlet. The grinder
will emit a short beep, indicating that power is
supplied.
7. Rotate the cup dial and select the number of cups:
2, 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 (Fig. 1).
8. Press the START/STOP button to start grinding.
9. The machine will stop automatically and a buzzer
will sound when enough coffee has been ground for
the number of cups selected.
NOTE: The amount of ground coffee per cup will vary depending on the type
of coffee used. (Average weight is approximately 8.25g per cup based on grind
setting 19. The coarser the setting, the more coffee will be ground.)
10. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
11. Before lifting the ground coffee container off the bottom plate, gently tap at
the sides of the container and chute to ensure that all of the ground coffee
has dropped into the container.
Instructions
IMPORTANT!
• Maximum operating times: Do not use the coffee grinder continuously for
more than five (5) minutes at a time as the motor could overheat and cause
damage to the appliance. Allow the appliance to rest until the motor has
cooled down.
• Stopping: If for any reason you need to stop the grinder during operation,
press the START/STOP button.
Fig. 1
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FAQs and Troubleshooting Guide
The machine doesn't work although it is properly connected to the power
supply.
Check and ensure that both the coffee bean hopper, ground coffee container
and their lids are correctly in place. The machine will not start if these parts are
incorrectly positioned.
The machine has stopped grinding although there are still some beans left
in the bean hopper.
The machine may have ground enough coffee for the number of cups selected. To
grind more coffee, press the START/STOP button again. If the machine does not
grind any more coffee, gently tap the chute to loosen any blockages, then retry.
I don't drink coffee every day. How long can I store it?
Coffee starts losing its freshness almost immediately after roasting, so try to buy
your beans in smaller batches. Grinding your own coffee is best, but only grind as
much as you will need at any time, as coffee turns stale relatively quickly after it
is ground. Properly stored (see below), coffee beans should retain their flavour for
around two to four weeks.
What is the best way to store coffee?
Coffee (beans or ground) should be stored in an opaque, airtight container in a
cool, dark area, such as in a pantry. Avoid any areas where the coffee is exposed
to direct sunlight, heat or moisture. Don't store coffee in a refrigerator or freezer, as
it will absorb the moisture from the air around it, which will spoil its taste. Vacuum
sealing ground coffee will extend its shelf life, and it will enable freezing, if required.
Does it really matter how finely I ground my coffee beans?
Yes. Too coarsely ground beans will result in under-extracted coffee, which is
weaker and less flavoursome. If your grind is too fine, the coffee may get over-
extracted, which gives it a bitter taste, or it may clog your filter and lead to possible
overflow in an espresso machine.
What is the right grind size for my coffee?
The size of your grind depends on the type of coffee you are making.
• For strong and intense types of coffee (such as Italian espresso or Turkish
coffee) made in an espresso machine or similar, the beans should be finely
ground until they have the consistency of salt. If the grind feels like sugar, it's too
coarse; if it feels like flour, it's too fine.
• For lighter, fresher styles of coffee (such as percolator, plunger, drip-filter or
pour-over coffee), grind the beans to a medium or coarse consistency.
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Other Useful Information
Cleaning and care
Coffee bean hopper and ground coffee container
• Wash the two plastic containers and lids in warm water and a mild detergent.
Rinse and dry thoroughly before reuse.
Base
• Clean the base of the appliance and all external surfaces with a damp cloth only,
then wipe it dry with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never immerse the base or power supply cord in water or other liquid.
Grinding chamber
• Dust off excess coffee grounds from around the grinding chamber every day.
Failing to remove coffee residues could result in it becoming stale and tainting
the next lot of coffee you grind. Never use water to clean the grinding
chamber!
• Make sure the appliance is disconnected
from the power supply.
• Remove the coffee bean hopper.
• Grip the small metal handle of the outer
burr, turn it anticlockwise and lift it out of the
grinding chamber. Leave the inner burr in
place.
• Clean the burrs and chute using the supplied
cleaning brush, or a dry pastry brush (Fig. 2).
Storage
When the appliance is not in use, store it in a clean and dry place, out of children's
reach. Store it in the original carton to protect it from dust.
WARNING!
• Before cleaning the coffee grinder or removing parts, ensure the appliance is
disconnected from the power supply.
• DO NOT immerse the motor base or cord in water or other liquid for cleaning.
• DO NOT use alkaline, abrasive or harsh cleaning agents.
• DO NOT wash any part of the appliance in the dishwasher.
Fig. 2
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Other Useful Information (Cont.)
Service, repair and spare parts
• If your coffee grinder fails to work as expected, or you experience problems that
you cannot solve, please contact our after sales support centre for advice on
repair or replacement. The unit contains no user-serviceable parts inside, and
no spare parts are available for purchase.
• Do not attempt to repair, disassemble or modify the appliance yourself. Doing
so will expose you to considerable danger and will void your warranty.
Technical specifications
Power 160W, 220–240V ~, 50–60Hz
Max. continuous operation time 5 minutes
Bean hopper capacity Max. 375g coffee beans
Ground coffee container capacity Max. 200g ground coffee
Dimensions (approx.)
Height (fully assembled) 350mm
Width 135mm
Length 230mm
Weight (approx.) 2.17kg
Compliance
This appliance has been fully tested and meets all requirements as set out by
standards AS/NZS 60335.1 and AS/NZS 60335.2.14.
CLASS II - DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCE
This symbol indicates that the appliance has been designed in such a way
that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth (ground).
Responsible disposal
At the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your household
rubbish. Electrical and electronic products contain substances that can have
a detrimental effect on the environment and human health if disposed of
inappropriately. Observe any local regulations regarding the disposal of electrical
consumer goods and dispose of it appropriately for recycling. Contact your local
authorities for advice on recycling facilities in your area.
The RCM Mark (Regulatory Compliance Mark) indicates that the product
complies with the relevant guidelines of the ACMA as well as corresponding
government requirements for the safety of electrical devices.
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Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to
be returned to the supplier for repair.
Please be aware that if your product is capable of retaining user-generated data
(such as files stored on a computer hard drive, telephone numbers stored on
a mobile telephone, songs stored on a portable media player, games saved on
a games console or files stored on a USB memory stick) during the process of
repair, some or all of your stored data may be lost. We recommend you save this
data elsewhere prior to sending the product for repair.
You should also be aware that rather than repairing goods, we may replace them with
refurbished goods of the same type or use refurbished parts in the repair process.
Please be assured though, refurbished parts or replacements are only used
where they meet ALDI’s stringent quality specifications.
If at any time you feel your repair is being handled unsatisfactorily, you may
escalate your complaint. Please telephone us on 1300 886 649 or write to us at:
Tempo (Aust) Pty Ltd ABN 70 106 100 252
PO BOX 6056 Frenchs Forest, Sydney, Australia NSW 2086
Tempo Help Desk: 1300 886 649 (Aust)
(Operating Hours: Mon-Sat 09:00am to 06:00pm AEST)
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Warranty returns
Should you for any reason need to return this product for
a warranty claim, make sure to include all accessories with
the product.
Product does not work?
If you encounter problems with this product, or if it fails to
perform to your expectations, make sure to contact our
After Sales Support Centre on 1300 886 649 for advice.
For an electronic copy of this manual, please go to www.stirlingappliances.com.au and
download a copy, or contact our after sales support centre.
Instruction Manual Revision Index
Version No Issue Date Description
V1.0 26 November 2019 Original (2020) release
V1.1 03 December 2019 Minor updates, pages 1, 4, 15
V1.2 10 December 2019 Minor update, page 11
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