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by berkinet
March 20th, 2024, 2:18 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 3
Views: 235

From Super Jolly to doserless grinder

Thank you for your response. You made me realize I had really not considered all the aspects of switching to doserless. I had pretty much just thought of getting rid of the doser, with no thought on how the beans got into the grinder, and little thought as to how the volume was determined. I realize...
by berkinet
March 20th, 2024, 5:09 am
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 3
Views: 235

From Super Jolly to doserless grinder

Advice wanted (and no doubt previously asked, but hard to find on the forum. So, pointers to past threads welcome). I currently have 2 Mazzer grinders (in two separate places). A mini and a Super Jolly. Both with traditional dosers. I would like to downsize from the Super Jolly to something smaller,...
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by berkinet
August 18th, 2023, 11:09 am
Forum: Repairs, Restorations & Mods
Replies: 5
Views: 319

La Cimbali M29-Select pressurestat adjustment

Thank you. Yes, tank = boiler. I have no problem adjusting the switch. My problem was locating it inside the machine. Knowing what to look for will make it a lot easier
by berkinet
August 18th, 2023, 8:46 am
Forum: Repairs, Restorations & Mods
Replies: 5
Views: 319

La Cimbali M29-Select pressurestat adjustment

Thanks for the recent replies. What I want to adjust is the tank pressure. I am quite familiar with the machine and machines in general. Right now, the pressure gauge on the machine is reading right at the low end of the green area - roughly 0.9. I have verified this with a manometer attached to a p...
by berkinet
February 21st, 2023, 5:57 am
Forum: Repairs, Restorations & Mods
Replies: 5
Views: 319

La Cimbali M29-Select pressurestat adjustment

I have had my M29 for several years (purchased new around 2007 in Italy) and I know I knew how to adjust the pressure at the time. But, now, years later, I cannot, for the life of me, remember where the switch is located. This is made somewhat harder by the significant amount of insulation I packed ...
by berkinet
January 13th, 2022, 9:26 pm
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 2
Views: 3110

New ECM Synchronika, experienced user: review

That is true. However, higher steam temp will also heat the milk faster, reducing the time you have to texture it. All-in-all, I did not find the default setting to be a problem, just something to note.It is the depth of the portafilter. I am no expert on this, but there are some manufacturers who c...
by berkinet
January 13th, 2022, 6:55 pm
Forum: Espresso Machines
Replies: 2
Views: 3110

New ECM Synchronika, experienced user: review

Well, I have had my new ECM Synchronika for a week now and wanted to share my first impressions. There are any number of reviews of this machine, but most are from people new to home espresso, or upgrading from simpler or smaller machines. In my case, I am downgrading from a La San Marco SPRINT-E an...
by berkinet
December 26th, 2021, 11:38 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 4
Views: 421

Downsizing

That is pretty much the case. We have been very happy with this grinder. It would be nice to go hopperless, and maybe have a scale. But, as long as I change the burrs occasionally, there is really no need for anything more. I already had the ECM/Profitec and the Linea mini on my radar. I will take a
by berkinet
December 23rd, 2021, 6:14 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 4
Views: 421

Downsizing

Well, below la Marzocco, Slayer, etc. Basically under $4k. But, price is not the primary consideration at the moment
by berkinet
December 23rd, 2021, 12:38 pm
Forum: Buying Advice
Replies: 4
Views: 421

Downsizing

Looking for a little help here... I currently have two 2 group machines (in different homes): A La San Marco Sprint-E and a La Cimbali M29-Select. To be honest, I prefer the La Cimbali. Hard to say exactly why, but I do. We are now, finally, selling one home (with the LSM) and moving to an apartment...