Lelit PL043MMI Fred Stepless Doserless Espresso Coffee Grinder

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Lelit PL043MMI Fred Stepless Doserless Espresso Coffee Grinder

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

Lelit PL043MMI Fred

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.
Lelit PL043MMI Fred

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.
Lelit PL043MMI Fred

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.
Lelit PL043MMI Fred

Bean Hopper

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

During the quality control process, Lelit tests each grinder with coffee.

Espresso Grinder Warning

  • CLEANING WARNING: We recommend using grinder cleaning agents. We do not recommend any removal of the burrs or burr carrier for cleaning as re-assembly can cause damage.
  • ELECTRICAL WARNING: To avoid electrical damage to this espresso grinder which is not considered a manufacturer's defect, please acquire and install a single-outlet surge suppressor rated at 1080 joules or higher. The lack of the recommended surge suppressor, the espresso grinder can be damaged at the power switch, the capacitor, the motor, or the wiring.

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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

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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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Rated 3.75 out of 5 stars
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      What is the average retention?
    1. 0 votes
      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.

    2. What RPMs is the grinder running the burrs at?
    3. 0 votes
      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.
    4. 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.
    5. 0 votes
      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.
    6. 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
    9. 0 votes
      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.

       

    10. 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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