what scenarios would they waive shipping?

Hi, I'm considering a used BDB that has maxed out (I'm assuming) the Error 08: Coffee Water Flow Failure at 99 times. It has no other logged faults. I looked through this forum and google and really only found this topic on it: {link}. I'm a little confused as it seems to be running ok other thana s...

Way better shot times. I'm now 4 clicks away from burr touch for a 19g dose with 38g out in 25 seconds

I've had it flipped for a few years now actually. When I aligned yesterday I was tempted to re-flip it back because of how drastic my shot changed. Will post an updated alignment experience on Friday

Good point! Ended up doing the alignment using the clamp method and did a clean wipe on my first try. Highly recommend the clamp method as its also super affordable and feels almost fool proof

Side note, but I noticed that my first shot after cleaning out the grinder was completely different than any shot prior even at the same grind setting. It had that iconic money shot of espresso building on the portafilter and forming into a single gentle stream. My flow rates before were extremely f...

whoops, here's one with both photos: {image} {image}

Great point. I spent some time deep cleaning the burrs and redid the test. Again would appreciate thoughts! {image}

I did a quick ink test on my Vario to double check my alignment. Would appreciate your thoughts on how well aligned this is. {image} {image}

I do have the Forte-fied Vario with the metal interiors, though I can 100% believe my burrs are misaligned