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Boardwalk :: Forum List Espresso in General Higher end > 400 dollars
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Rancilio Issue, Advice Needed - 2008/03/03 14:01 Hi there,

I'm new to the forum and a one year owner of a Sylvia and Rocky. As usual, the learning curve was a bit tough but I have been having superb results in the last 8-10 months with excellent shots and consistent performance regardless of the bean used. I cleaned both machines last week (including a back-flush, burr cleaning, etc) and am now having some problems. Even on the finest grind setting (yes, I have checked that I have it adjusted just before the burrs touch and then backed it off) I am having VERY fast pours. Rather than a nice consistent 25-28 seconds with perfect formation on the screen of my bottomless portafilter, I am getting inconsistent formation on the screen (with some jets and fast blonding) and rapid pours lasting no longer than 15 seconds for a standard double shot. I have not modified my dosing, tamp pressure or technique, or distribution in the puck.

What gives? It seemed odd to me that I had to keep the Rocky so close to it's finest grind setting but quite frankly, it has been that way since I purchased it. Since I have always had great results, I just didn't think the lack of adjustment was going to be a problem. With these new problems however I am concerned that there may be a problem with the grinder. Either that, or I'm brutal......either way, I am looking for some advice.

Thanks,

Dave
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