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Coffee and Herb Grinder
Model No. PCML2012
Care & Instruction Manual
For household and indoor use only
Please read these instructions before use and retain for
future reference
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Electrical safety
You should only plug the appliance into a 220V‐240V AC, 50Hz
supply. Connecting it to other power sources may damage the
appliance and will invalidate the guarantee.
Switch off and unplug if unattended and before assembling,
disassembling or cleaning.
This appliance shall not be used by children Keep the appliance
and its cord out of reach of children.
This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
Keep motor housing, cable, and plug dry and away from areas
where it is likely to get splashed. Never immerse in water.
Do not pull on the cable to disconnect from the mains supply.
Do not operate the appliance if damaged or after it malfunctions.
In the event the supply cord is damaged, in order to avoid a
hazard it must only be replaced by a qualified service engineer,
with a suitably approved part.
This appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible
and the plug socket is within easy reach of the power cord.
Warning!
This appliance is intended exclusively for use in domestic
households. It is not suitable for commercial use.
Only use with the parts supplied and fully assembled.
The grinder blades are sharp, take care when emptying the bowl
and cleaning.
Do not leave unattended during use.
Do not attempt to operate the grinder without the cover fitted.
Do not cover the grinder and allow the motor housing to cool fully
before storing.
This appliance can cause personal injury if misused.
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Coarse grind
Percolators and coffee urns
Medium
Drip coffee makers and steam-type
Fine grind
Espresso machines with an electric pump.
Parts
Transparent cover
Grinding bowl
Motor housing
On / Off button
Blades
(not removable)
Power indicator
Grinding tips
For the most flavourful coffee, grind only enough for the pot /
cup that you are making.
Keep coffee beans in an airtight container in the fridge to help
retain flavour.
The coarseness of grind required will depend on the type of
coffee maker to be used.
grind
espresso machines
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To use
1. Clean thoroughly before first use – see cleaning section.
2. Place the motor housing on a stable, flat surface.
3. Fill the desired quantity of coffee beans (max 36g) or spices into
the grinding bowl. Do not fill above the rim of the metal bowl and
do not run the grinder empty / without the blades covered.
4. Fit the transparent cover onto the motor housing.
5. Fully unwind the cable and plug in.
6. Press down on the ON / OFF button to start the grinder working,
the power indicator will illuminate. Grind for a maximum of 1
minute.
7. To switch off, release the button and allow the blade to come to a
complete stop before checking the fineness of the grind. If
satisfactory, remove the cover from the motor housing and tip
out the ground coffee.
8. If further grinding is required, wait a few seconds before
restarting.
9. After using the grinder for one minute, a short rest interval (e.g. 2
minutes) is required before using the grinder again.
10. To stop or interrupt the grinding process, release the ON / OFF
button or turn off at the mains.
Cleaning
Clean the coffee grinder after each use.
1. Switch off and unplug.
2. Lift off the transparent cover and wash the cover in hot water
with a little washing up liquid. Rinse and wipe dry. Not suitable
for the dishwasher.
3. Wipe inside of the bowl, the blades and the outside of the motor
housing with a damp cloth; do not use detergents or abrasives as
these may scratch the surface. Never immerse the motor
housing, cable or plug in water.
4. Dry completely before storing or next use.
Technical specification
Rated voltage 220-240V AC 50/60Hz
Power consumption 150W
Class rating 2 (double insulated)
BS 1362 fuse 3A
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If you encounter any problems
Produced in China for
Plug / Wiring advice
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following UK electrical code: BLUE = NEUTRAL
BROWN = LIVE
Non-rewireable plug
This appliance may be fitted with a “non‐rewireable” plug. If you
need to change the fuse in a “non‐rewireable” plug, the fuse cover
must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the appliance
must not be used.
Rewireable plug
The colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in a
rewireable plug. Rewireable plugs should only be replaced by a
suitably competent person. If in doubt, consult a qualified
electrician.
The BLUE wire must be connected to
the terminal marked with the letter N
The BROWN wire must be connected to
the terminal marked with the letter L
Recycling electrical products
This marking indicates that this product should not be
disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To
prevent possible harm to the environment or human health
from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to
promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return
your used device, please use the return and collection systems
or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They
can take this product for environmental safe recycling.
with this product please call our
customer care team on
0345 640 30 30
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Argos Limited,
489 – 499 Avebury Boulevard
Central Milton Keynes
MK9 2NW. UK.
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