A silver DISCONTINUED Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder with a clear bean hopper, filled with coffee beans, features a red LELIT logo on the front and a power switch on the side. © 2025 1st-line.com
The DISCONTINUED Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder is a stainless steel grinder with a clear bean hopper, adjustable grind size dial, and the red Lelit logo on the front. © 2025 1st-line.com
A side view of the DISCONTINUED Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder shows its metal body, transparent hopper filled with coffee beans, and a power switch at the bottom. © 2025 1st-line.com

DISCONTINUED Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder

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Overview

The Lelit PL043MMI Fred is a similar espresso coffee grinder as the Lelit PL044MM Fred! Both have the same size conical burrs. Additionally, both have the same grinding adjustment and operation. However, the Lelit PL043MMI Fred is slightly smaller in terms of dimensions and weight, so it is truly compact for your home espresso bar!

The Lelit Fred pairs well with the Lelit Bianca V3 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine

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Features

Grinding Adjustment

  • Stepless – Infinite number of grind settings which allows you really fine tune your grind. Adjustment dial is on the right side of the grinder. Turn clockwise for a finer grind and counterclockwise for a coarser grind.
Close-up of the black adjustment knob on the DISCONTINUED Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder, showing white arrows for Coarse and Fine grind settings, attached to a metal rod for grind size control. © 2025 1st-line.com
Close-up of a portafilter on an espresso machine with a black handle and orange power switch on a wooden countertop, next to the DISCONTINUED Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder for freshly ground coffee. © 2025 1st-line.com

Grinding Operation

  • Semi automatic – The power button is on the left side. To start grinding, push your portafilter against the grinding button above the fork. Press and hold for continuous grinding, and release to stop.

Grinding Burrs

  • Conical Grinding Burrs – 38 mm in size. Spins at a low rpm which generates less heat. Heat buildup can negatively affect your coffee grinds by heating the coffee grinders before brewing.
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Bean Hopper

  • Low profile – The total height of the grinder with the hopper is approximately 12″.

Specifications

Brand

Lelit
Height (inches)

12, approximate
Width (inches)

7, approximate
Depth (inches)

5, approximate
Weight (pounds)

6, approximate
Wattage (watts)

150
Voltage (volts)

120
Burr size (mm), Type

38, conical
Hopper capacity (grams)

250
Country of manufacture

Italy
Doser

No (doserless)
Grinding Adjustment

Stepless

Notes

Espresso Coffee Grinder Warnings:

  • Roast Profiles: Espresso grinders sold by 1st-line Equipment, unless specifically indicated on the grinder page, are manufactured for coffee beans that have Italian or espresso roast profiles. Lighter roasted coffee beans may clog the grinder or not grind fine enough. Darker roasted coffee beans, such as French roasted or oily coffee beans, may clog the grinding chamber and/or the grinder chute where the ground coffee exits.
  • Changing grind settings: It is very important to only change grind settings when the unit is powered on and the burrs are in motion. If you do not do this, the burrs will ‘gunk’ up and render the grinder to only produce very coarse grinds or no grinds at all. To remedy this, you will have to open up the grinder to get access to the grinding burrs. This issue will be considered operator error for lack of following directions, and not be classified as a defective grinder.
  • Electrical cord: For most grinders, the cord is placed between the packaging (foam or cardboard) and the underside body of the grinder. During shipping, it is normal for a bend or insignificant blemish/slice to damage the cord.
  • Finding coffee grinds in a new grinder: Most manufacturers test their grinders with coffee beans before they leave their facility. Unfortunately, they are not always able to get every trace of coffee out of the grinders after testing. As a result, you may find coffee beans or grinds inside your grinder, or there may be grinds in the packaging.
  • Static issues: There are static issues with all grinders, even the highest-quality models. We firmly believe that the static comes from the coffee beans. If you are having static problems with your coffee grinder, try using a different blend of beans.
  • Electrical: To avoid electrical damage (which is not considered a manufacturer's defect), please acquire and install a single-outlet surge suppressor rated at 1080 joules or higher. A surge without protection can damage a grinder at the power switch, the capacitor, the motor, or the wiring.
  • Burr cleaning: For routine maintenance of the grinding burrs, we recommend using grinder cleaning agents. We do not recommend any removal of the burrs or the burr carrier for cleaning (unless necessary) as re-assembly can cause damage. If the grinder chamber is dis-assembled, the warranty is voided for any damages that result. It is important to always remove all coffee grinds from the threads of the burr carrier and the grinding chamber.
  • Replacing burrs: NEVER use a flat head screwdriver and hammer to wedge UNDER the burrs for removal. This could badly damage your grinder.

Support

Parts Diagram

Finding your part
  • Please use the parts diagrams provided below to determine the part(s) you need. Then use our search box above to find the part(s) on our website.
    Note: These parts diagrams are provided by the manufacturers. We list them on our site for informational purposes only. We do not stock every single part listed nor can we guarantee that every part is available to order.
  • If uncertain, please go to the equipment model or part product page. Then use the Q&A tab found on that web page to ask your question.
  • Lastly, and only if the first 2 options were exhausted, please use our parts inquiry page.
  • Our call center does not have the training to handle parts inquiries for over 60,000 different parts items. Asking any questions regarding parts will more than likely result in you being referred to the above steps.
  • Please note also that all parts purchases are non-returnable or refundable and do not include technical support, instructions, or warranties as the purchase price of any part does not cover the cost of technical support. Technical support is available for repairing equipment in our shop.
  • Sorry, we will only special order a part for a model we carry AND was purchased through our supply chain.
  • Since we are unaware of the mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing expertise of a parts buyer or the tools owned by a parts buyer, we are never able to advise if a self-repair can be performed.
Exploded diagram of a mechanical device showing labeled parts including a motor, control panel, wires, screws, housing, and other components arranged for assembly. Labels and reference numbers identify each part. © 2025 1st-line.com
10000020 MC304-R01
7900009 MC330-110
8800001 MC331
8900030 MC342-250
9100030 MC343G
9600069 MC346-2
CD361 MC370
CD377 MC370-1
CD458 MC372
CD458-2 MC375
CD553 MC376
CD553INOX MC428
GV025-23 MC591
GV025-27 MC784
MC020 MC785
MC076 MC786
MC208 MX129
Exploded diagram of a motor grinder assembly shows labeled parts and codes, including gears, mounts, and the grinding mechanism. A table at the top left lists compatible machine models and variant codes. © 2025 1st-line.com
1000011 MC210
1000020 MC217
1400156 MC221
1600001 MC234
3700010 MC245
9100022 MC248
9300001 MC249
AST113 MC288
CD377 MC289
CD553INOX MC290
CVMC246 MC293
CVMC246-1 MC311
GV025/46 MC373
GV565 MC607

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    On the top surface of the grinding adjustment gear there is a pointy sharp metal bracket attached with 2 screws. When this gear is rotated by the knob to control the grind size, this pointy metal bracket rotates around the hopper with the gear. What is the purpose of this pointy metal bracket? I have searched parts diagrams, user manuals, etc... and can't for the life of me figure out its purpose.
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    Q On the top surface of the grinding adjustment gear there is a pointy sharp metal bracket attached...... Read more answer now
    Asked by Christopher Boyer on May 2, 2024 10:51 am
    Answered by the admin

    Sorry, we are unsure the part you are referring to. We have not carried this grinder for over a year. If you recently purchased from another seller, we kindly ask you refer your question to them.
    2. The Lelit Fred grinder has been out of stock for a while. Do you have an ETA for when it will be back in stock? Do you carry any other LeLit grinders that you would recommend?
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    Q The Lelit Fred grinder has been out of stock for a while. Do you have an ETA for when it will be ...... Read more answer now
    Asked by Donna on October 3, 2023 9:20 pm
    Answered by the admin

    Sorry, we have stopped carrying this grinder at this time.
    3. Hello, I am getting geared up to purchase an elite victoria, and I have the baratza encore grinder currently. In your opinion, is the Lelit Fred PL043MMI that you sell considerably better than the Encore? I make mostly oat milk capps with 'darker roasts' like Proof roasters 'The Schist blend' and on occasion 'medium' roasts like Birch Coffee 'Emmas Espresso' Thank you in advance
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    Q Hello, I am getting geared up to purchase an elite victoria, and I have the baratza encore grinde...... Read more answer now
    Asked by Ramsay on May 4, 2023 7:38 pm
    Answered by the admin

    Sorry, we are not familiar with these coffees. If they are darker and OILY roasts, the Lelit Fred may jam often. The Encore, we usually, do not consider it for espresso machines, unless they have a pressurized basket or pressurized portafilter.
    4. What is the average retention?
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    Q What is the average retention? answer now
    Asked by Scott on November 6, 2021 12:35 am
    Answered by the admin

    It depends upon the grind fineness and the coffee blend used. Hence, no perfect answer.
    5. What RPMs is the grinder running the burrs at?
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    Q What RPMs is the grinder running the burrs at? answer now
    Asked by Gunnar on September 9, 2021 2:21 pm
    Answered by the admin Per Lelit, 900 RPM.
    6. The Lelit coffee grinder is freezing when I attempt to grind beans at the proper consistency for espresso. The grinder recently froze when I was making a shot of espresso. As I have previously, I removed the hopper and the upper burr to clean the assembly. It did not appear to be overly oily or "dirty" with beans. I reassembled the upper burr and hopper, readdjusted the grinder to the proper consistency setting. It got about half way through grinding a double espresso shot worth of beans before freezing again. I repeated the cleaning process once more and was unable to identify any apparent cause of the issue. I've done my best to troubleshoot the issue, and the only additional detail I can note is that the grinder's motor seems to have a reduced ability to grind beans at finer consistencies. It still grinds coffee at the consistency required for pour-over, but you can tell as you adjust the fine/course setting that the motor is struggling. I've tried other outlets and even let the grinder sit for a day or two. Nothing seems to work.
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    Q The Lelit coffee grinder is freezing when I attempt to grind beans at the proper consistency for ...... Read more answer now
    Asked by Alex on August 30, 2021 1:58 pm
    Answered by the admin Please take to a coarser setting as the burrs are probably too close. Unfortunately, some customers grind way too fine to compensate for the lack of proper dosage of ground espresso. It can also be the lack of the proper voltage.
    7. how it compares to the Lelit PL044MMI, it seems that they are very similar
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    Q how it compares to the Lelit PL044MMI, it seems that they are very similar answer now
    Asked by Duy Son on September 15, 2020 10:43 am
    Answered by the admin

    Both grinders are similar, except for the casing.
    8. Hi, let me 2 questions related to this grinder: - can the burrs removed and cleaned with water or is there any other procedure? - what do you think how ofter should the burrs replace due to lost razor sharpness when it is used in a days basis and hoe can it be identified then replace is necessary? Thanks
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    Q Hi, let me 2 questions related to this grinder: - can the burrs removed and cleaned with water or...... Read more answer now
    Asked by William Turner on June 5, 2020 8:34 am
    Answered by the admin

    Burrs should never be cleaned with water unless you desire rust on your burrs. It is best to use our grinder cleaning products to clean the burrs so they do not have to be removed. The bean hopper can be cleaned with a bean hopper cleaner.

    The grinding burrs on an espresso grinder should be replaced once they can not grind fine enough. The length of time or pounds is difficult to determine since beans can also have other contaminants, like wood sticks, cemebent, stones, etc that damage the burrs.

     
    9. Do you know when these will be back in stock?
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    Q Do you know when these will be back in stock? answer now
    Asked by jeffrey on April 10, 2020 8:10 pm
    Answered by the admin This is a new item for the USA and it is projected to be here later this year.
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