Hario CMHC-4C - User Manual

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Burr : Ceramic

Shaft・Stopper

: Iron

Handle grip：Wood

Wooden part：Wood

Handle : Iron

Stopper : Iron

Band・Latch : Iron

Glass bowl : Soda-lime glass

Cover : Polypropylene

Grind adjustment nut

Grind adjustment nut : Iron

Washer : Polypropylene

Handling precautions

Adjusting the coffee grind

CMHC-4C

Canister Coffee Mill C

Body (Hopper)

: Iron

When storing

Cork stopper

Spacer : Silicone

Material guide

Fine

Medium fine

Medium Coarse

Particle

size

Equipment

Paper drip (V60)

Coffee maker

French press

Nel drip

(

Flannel Filter)

Paperless filter

(Cafeor)

Water drip

Syphon

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The appropriate way to grind for a coffee equipment.

Thank you very much for your purchase.

To use the product correctly, please be sure to read this

instruction manual.

After reading the manual, store it in a safe place.

Instruction Manual

Features

◆Do not use for anything other than coffee beans, because doing so may

break the mill.

◆Do not put your fingers inside the grinder when turning the handle,

because doingso is dangerous.

◆Please note that if ceramic burr is hit against hard material or the

product is dropped, it may result in chipping or damages to ceramic burr.

◆Refrain from using cracked, chipped, or highly-scratched glass since it

may break unexpectedly.

◆Do not use a metal spoon inside the glass bowl. It may cause breakage.

◆Be careful when handling chipped or broken glass parts.

◆Please follow your local regulations for disposal.　

Please do not let the wooden and metal parts get wet when washing.

If the wooden and metal parts get wet, wipe the part with a soft cloth

to remove any excess water.

台

所

用

ク

レ

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ザ

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Sponge

Milddish

detergent

Steelbrush

Abrasivecleanser

+metalbrush

Cleanser

Abrasivecleanser

+sponge

Please spin the handle clockwise. Never freely spin

the handle or turn it in reverse, because doing so will

damage the grinder.

Do not let children use this product. Do not use next to

a child and keep out of reach of children.

Do not use a dishwasher. Do not use household bleach.

Please do not put boiling water in the glass bowl

because it is not heatproof glass. The sudden

temperature change will cause it to break.

Handle the glassware with the utmost care.

Do not soak the product in water. Do not keep/use the

product in hot and/or humid location and avoid

exposure to direct sunlight. It may result in corrosion,

rusting, or cracking.

Please remove the cover before grinding the coffee

beans. When storing, set the cover back on.

Do not use oil for cleaning.

Use a soft sponge and mild dish detergent for cleaning.

Do not use sponges with abrasive or metal scouring

pads as they may cause damage.Do not use abrasive

cleansers. They may damage or scratch the surface of

the glassware.

◆If you turn the grind adjustment nut too far to the right (clockwise),

the burr will touch each other, scratch and may cause a malfunction.

◆If small split beans or other objects get into the level difference

inside the unit (hopper) or the gaps, the coffee beans may not fall

down smoothly and the handle may freely spin. When grinding the

coffee beans, occasionally tap the unit lightly.

◆With long-term use, the burr may wear and become blunter. When

the amount of beans that can be ground drops significantly, it is time

to replace the product.

Product care - Glass

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①Turn the locking screw counterclockwise and remove it.

②Remove the handle and stopper.

③Turn the grind adjustment nut to the desired grind level.

④Lock the grind adjustment nut with the stopper.

⑤Install the handle and locking screw.

Locking screw

Locking screw : Brass

Anti-slip cover : Silicone

Turn right (clockwise)

to make the grind finer,

and turn left

(counterclockwise)

to make it coarser.

Fine

Coarse

Stopper

Lock the grind

adjustment nut

in the desired position.

Handle

If you turn the grind

adjustment nut too far to

the right (clockwise),

the burr will touch each

other, scratch and may

cause a malfunction.

Put a small amount of coffee beans into the hopper

and grind the beans to adjust the grind level. (Refer to

“Adjusting the coffee grind”.)

10-12g is normally good for one serving (120ml). Only

add more beans when the previous amount has

lessened. Big amounts of coffee beans will cause the

handle to become heavier or the beans to fly out.

Hold the grinder tightly and spin the handle clockwise

slowly to grind the beans. (Please do not spin the

handle counterclockwise because you will damage the

burr.)

When using

Please use the cork stopper

attached to the back of the

wooden part when storing the

coffee powder.

Please remove the

cork stopper before

grinding the coffee

beans.

The way of grinding beans may differ depending on what kind of coffee

equipment you use, so please follow the instructions accordingly. *Please

use fresh coffee beans every time.

It will not have a metallic taste or rust because it is a ceramic

burr. In addition, it provides consistent and durable

performance.

Ceramic burr avoids frictional heat with the coffee beans so

they can prevent the oxidation of coffee beans.

Canister Coffee Mill C can be used for storing ground coffee.

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The Hario Canister Coffee Mill C is a manual coffee grinder designed for home use, featuring a ceramic burr for consistent grinding and the ability to store ground coffee.

Function Description:

The primary function of the Hario Canister Coffee Mill C is to grind whole coffee beans. It is a manual grinder, meaning it requires manual operation of a handle to turn the burrs and process the beans. The ceramic burr system ensures a consistent grind and prevents metallic taste or rust, which can be an issue with metal burrs. The design also incorporates a storage canister, allowing users to store ground coffee directly within the device.

Important Technical Specifications:

Burr Material: Ceramic. This material is chosen for its durability, resistance to rust, and ability to prevent frictional heat build-up, which can oxidize coffee beans.
Locking Screw: Brass.
Handle: Iron.
Stopper: Iron.
Grind Adjustment Nut: Iron.
Washer: Polypropylene.
Spacer: Silicone.
Handle Grip: Wood.
Cover: Polypropylene.
Wooden Part: Wood.
Band Latch: Iron.
Glass Bowl: Soda-lime glass. This bowl serves as the collection point for ground coffee and also functions as the storage canister.
Anti-slip Cover: Silicone. This cover is likely for the base of the glass bowl to prevent slipping during use or storage.
Shaft/Stopper (Hopper): Iron.
Body (Hopper): Iron.
Recommended Coffee Bean Quantity: 10-12g for one serving (120ml).

Usage Features:

Adjustable Grind Level: The grinder allows users to adjust the fineness or coarseness of the coffee grind. This is achieved by turning a grind adjustment nut. Turning the nut clockwise makes the grind finer, while turning it counterclockwise makes it coarser.
- Adjustment Process:
  1. Turn the locking screw counterclockwise and remove it.
  2. Remove the handle and stopper.
  3. Turn the grind adjustment nut to the desired grind level.
  4. Lock the grind adjustment nut with the stopper.
  5. Install the handle and locking screw.
- Caution: Turning the grind adjustment nut too far to the right (clockwise) can cause the burrs to touch each other, leading to scratches and potential malfunction.
Grinding Process:
1. Put a small amount of coffee beans into the hopper to adjust the grind level.
2. For normal serving (120ml), 10-12g of coffee beans is recommended. Adding too many beans can make the handle heavy or cause beans to fly out.
3. Hold the grinder tightly and spin the handle clockwise slowly to grind the beans.
- Caution: Do not spin the handle counterclockwise, as this can damage the burr.
Grind Suitability: The manual provides a guide for appropriate grind sizes for various coffee equipment:
- Fine: Suitable for Paper drip (V60), Paperless filter (Cafec), Nel drip (Flannel Filter), Syphon, Water drip, Coffee maker, French press.
- Medium Fine: Suitable for Paper drip (V60), Paperless filter (Cafec), Nel drip (Flannel Filter), Syphon, Water drip, Coffee maker, French press.
- Medium: Suitable for Paper drip (V60), Paperless filter (Cafec), Nel drip (Flannel Filter), Syphon, Water drip, Coffee maker, French press.
- Coarse: Suitable for Paper drip (V60), Paperless filter (Cafec), Nel drip (Flannel Filter), Syphon, Water drip, Coffee maker, French press.
Coffee Storage: The glass bowl doubles as a storage canister for ground coffee. A cork stopper is provided for this purpose.
- Storage Procedure: Use the cork stopper attached to the back of the wooden part when storing coffee powder.
- Caution: Remove the cork stopper before grinding coffee beans.
Ceramic Burr Benefits: The ceramic burr avoids frictional heat with coffee beans, which helps prevent oxidation and preserves the coffee's flavor. It also ensures consistent and durable performance without imparting a metallic taste or rusting.

Maintenance Features:

Cleaning (Glass Parts):
- Use a soft sponge and mild dish detergent for cleaning.
- Caution: Do not use sponges with abrasive or metal scouring pads, as they may cause damage.
- Caution: Do not use abrasive cleansers, as they may damage or scratch the surface of the glassware.
Cleaning (Wooden and Metal Parts):
- Do not let the wooden and metal parts get wet when washing.
- If these parts do get wet, wipe them with a soft cloth to remove any excess water.
- Caution: Do not use oil for cleaning.
General Precautions:
- Always spin the handle clockwise. Never spin it freely or in reverse, as this can damage the grinder.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not use a dishwasher.
- Do not use household bleach.
- Do not put boiling water in the glass bowl, as it is not heatproof and sudden temperature changes can cause it to break.
- Handle glassware with utmost care.
- Do not soak the product in water.
- Avoid using or storing the product in hot, humid locations or direct sunlight, as this can lead to corrosion, rusting, or cracking.
- Remove the cover before grinding coffee beans. Set the cover back on when storing.
- If small split beans or other objects get into the hopper or gaps, coffee beans may not fall smoothly, and the handle may spin freely. Occasionally tap the unit lightly when grinding.
- With long-term use, the burr may wear and become blunter. If the amount of beans that can be ground drops significantly, it's time to replace the product.
- Do not use for anything other than coffee beans, as this may break the mill.
- Do not put fingers inside the grinder when turning the handle, as it is dangerous.
- Avoid hitting the ceramic burr against hard materials or dropping the product, as this can cause chipping or damage to the burr.
- Refrain from using cracked, chipped, or highly-scratched glass, as it may break unexpectedly.
- Do not use a metal spoon inside the glass bowl, as it may cause breakage.
- Be careful when handling chipped or broken glass parts.
- Follow local regulations for disposal.

Hario CMHC-4C Specifications

General

Brand	Hario
Model	CMHC-4C
Category	Coffee Grinder
Language	English

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