DISCONTINUED Rancilio Rocky Doserless V3 Espresso Coffee Grinder
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Rancilio Rocky Doserless V3 Espresso Coffee Grinder
The Rancilio Rocky Doserless V3 espresso coffee grinder is very compatible with the Rancilio Silvia espresso machine!
Grinding Adjustment
Stepped adjustments giving you a wide range of grinding from fine to coarse. Easier to go back and forth between different grind settings.
Quiet operation
Generally not higher than 70dB(A). Rubber vibration-dampening feet help keep grinder steady and reduces noise.
Tinted bean hopper & doser
The blue tint helps to avoid pre-mature deterioration of beans from light sources (such as sunlight).
Portafilter Fork
This fork is removable so that your container can be placed underneath to catch the coffee grinds. The height clearance for containers is 5.5″.
2 switch activation
The power switch is on the right side of machine. The grinding switch is on front (next to the Rancilio logo). You must continually hold the grinding switch to grind coffee beans.
Instruction manual
Written in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian.
- Each Rancilio Rocky grinder is repackaged by 1st-line Equipment before shipping out to you. Unfortunately, the original internal cardboard packaging by Rancilio can not withstand the rigors of UPS/FedEx, and there were many damaged shipments due to the original packaging not being adequate enough!
- The doser cannot be purchased separately to add to this model.
- This grinder was designed in Italy to use smaller and less oily beans. You can use large and/or oily beans with machine by removing the finger guard. However you might have issues with large and/or oily beans not feeding into the grinders properly or the machine making a mess.
- There is no kit available to convert the doserless model to a doser model.
- 1st-line Equipment, LLC is an authorized Rancilio repair center and we handle the warranty repair for Our customers’ Rancilio espresso machines! Our master technician alone has over 35 years in the coffee and espresso repair business! This is why so many customers choose 1st-line as their premier choice for Rancilio home products!
- Additional features of the stainless steel rocky include a rear body panel in stainless steel and a stainless steel base.
- How to find the relative zero or “true” point on the Rancilio Rocky (doser or doserless).
- Make sure there are no beans in the hopper.
- While the grinder is powered on and running, briefly rotate the bean hopper to to the lowest numbered setting where metal-to-metal is heard.
- Immediately back off to a higher setting. The point of metal-to-metal screeching becomes your relative zero point. Note that this point may be higher or lower than the numerical zero point on Rancilio Rocky grinders.
- Upgrading the the v3 plastic base and removable tray on a Rocky v2 (doser or doserless) – you will need to order these two parts: 38-123-677 and 38-123-678. there are three screws on the bottom to remove for replacement.
Espresso Grinder Warning
[ls_content_block id=”63006″]| Brand | Rancilio |
|---|---|
| Height (inches) | 14, approximate |
| Width (inches) | 5, approximate |
| Depth (inches) | 10, approximate |
| Weight (pounds) | 22 |
| Wattage (watts) | 140 |
| Voltage (volts) | 110 – 120 |
| Burr size (mm), Type | 50, flat |
| Grinding speed (RPM) | 1725 |
| Hopper capacity (grams) | 300 |
5 reviews for DISCONTINUED Rancilio Rocky Doserless V3 Espresso Coffee Grinder
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My Grinder was running fine and then suddenly, It sounded as though it had rocks in it instead of coffee beans. I cleaned it out and it purred until i poured the fresh beans in and then it was as though i put rocks in. Will new burrs help?
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Q My Grinder was running fine and then suddenly, It sounded as though it had rocks in it instead of...... Read more answer nowAsked by on July 6, 2021 11:15 amAnswered by the admin
We are unsure. There may be a motor issue.
Saw your video, but don't see the link to buy the more "airtight" seal for the hopper that holds the beans. If you could provide it please-
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Q Saw your video, but don't see the link to buy the more "airtight" seal for the hopper that holds ...... Read more answer nowAsked by on February 19, 2021 4:29 pmAnswered by the admin
We originally ordered those airtight lids from Planetary Design. Unfortunately, they do not offer them anymore.
In order to change the setting while the grinder is in operation, as prescribed, you need one hand to press the rocker switch and keep the machine on, one hand to turn the hopper, and one hand to press down on the release. I have only the standard number of hands. Can you give us an idea of how to change the grind solo?
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Q In order to change the setting while the grinder is in operation, as prescribed, you need one han...... Read more answer nowAsked by on February 3, 2021 11:45 pmAnswered by the admin
We have been trying to figure this out for over 20 years.
Do you sell the Rancilio Rocky Rubber Spacer for the Doserless grinder? I would like to purchase it with the Rancilio Coffee Chute – Rocky doserless.
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Q Do you sell the Rancilio Rocky Rubber Spacer for the Doserless grinder? I would like to purchase ...... Read more answer nowAsked by on September 3, 2020 9:21 pmAnswered by the admin
Since part numbers can change, we always recommend reviewing the parts diagrams for the part numbers, then searching the part number on our web site's search box for availability and pricing.
I have a Rancilio Rocky Doserless Grinder part number F.N. 65100456. Will the #136.74 grinding chamber you show on your website find my grinder? If so does the price include the grinder?
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Q I have a Rancilio Rocky Doserless Grinder part number F.N. 65100456. Will the #136.74 grinding ch...... Read more answer nowAsked by on March 21, 2019 8:46 pmAnswered by the admin
Although we make no guarantees as Rancilio has made several different versions of the Rocky, we believe it should fit. The only way we will know is if the grinder is sent in for service.
We are unsure what you mean by "If so does the price include the grinder?"
If you are referring to the grinder burrs, please note that Rancilio does not include them with this part number, The grinding burrs are sold separately.
In order for me to obtain the "proper" grind for a particular coffee bean I've been using, I have the adjustment all the way to the finest setting, at which point the burrs sound like they are slightly touching at a particular spot in the rotation. I noticed that the hopper has a very slight wobble, and while grinding at this setting, I noticed that if I wobble the hopper the rubbing of the burrs increases and decreases depending on whether i'm pushing back on the hopper or pulling it towards me.
Given the number of threads on the top burr base, I wouldn't expect there to be any play, but there is.
1. Is this normal?
2. The black ring at the base of the top burr insert appears to be worn, does this matter?
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Q In order for me to obtain the "proper" grind for a particular coffee bean I've been using, I have...... Read more answer nowAsked by on December 15, 2017 8:02 pmAnswered by the admin
Sorry for the delay, we still do not have an answer on the black ring insert.
As for the top burr carrier, the slight wobble is normal. When the motor spins, the grinds between the burrs pushes the wobble out. Although we can advise to do so, some customers have added a little tape to the top burr carrier threads.
Jon R –
For at least ten years I’ve been using a Krups conical-burr grinder that I was able to take apart and adjust down to the fineness required for pump-driven espresso. It’s worked well but is definitely showing its age now. So I ordered a Rancilio “”Rocky”” grinder from 1st-Line a few days ago, and it arrived yesterday via UPS, in perfect condition.
I wasted no time trying it out. I found its “”zero point”” by dialing till I could barely hear the whirr of the burrs meeting, then backed off about eight steps and ground some coffee. Result: a near-perfect cup the first try! No static problem at all; I’m sure 50% relative humidity in my apartment helped there.
I experimented with the dialing to eventually settle on the point that enables me to get a double shot (a little under 2 oz.) in 23-25 seconds. As I believe some other Rocky user noted, every step on the dial makes a real-world difference. I’ve used other grinders where it felt like just spinning my wheels to “”adjust”” the things. Not the Rocky: it does what it promises.
The quality of construction is outstanding, in my opinion, and ease of operation unsurpassable. I did remove the portafilter holder because I find it easier just to hold the portafilter under the spout and move it slowly down as the coffee fills it, rather than having it stationary (and a little hard to remove without spilling some ground coffee).
I noticed instantly the uniformity of the grind with the Rocky.
A nice benefit of the Rocky over my old Krups machine is that the Rancilio’s so quiet I can run it at night if I want to. The Krups is so loud that earplugs are a definite “”should”” with it.
I’ll keep the Krups for those times I want to make drip coffee or French press. It’s an excellent grinder and I’ve had a lot of pleasurable use out of it, but for espresso purposes it can’t begin to compare with the Rocky.
nicolas David –
I bought that model years ago 10 years+ ??? , I mean years ago and it still going. It is a great machine easy to use .
I had to change the switch who gave up and I put a normal one instead. great machine
John D S –
In March of 2004, I bought a Rancilio Silvia and, in a fit of fiscal restraint, I bought a Solis Maestro Plus to grind the beans. Now, the Solis is not exactly a poor choice for a grinder, and for the last three years I have been very happy with the results obtained from my 2004 purchases.
But, apparently someone dropped a screw into the hopper containing the espresso beans I recently bought at my local market, and the screw ended up in my Solis burrs. Rather than spending the $$$ on a repair, I decided to do what I should have done three years ago: I bought the Rancilio Rocky. Fiscal restraint is not one of my strong suits anyway.
I really wasnÆt expecting a noticeable difference in results but boy, was I wrong. The very first shot confirmed what I had been reading for years. This grinder is a necessary compliment to my Silvia; the two of them sitting together on my coffee bar look û I hate to use the word û awesome.
In all regards this is a first rate grinder. You can believe everything positive you’ll read about it. Like the Silvia, it’s built like a tank. I just wish they could have put the front Rancilio label on straight and not cockeyed.
Add my vote to the opinion that unless you use multiple doses every day, do not even consider the doser model.
As for 1st Line: I ordered this at 1:30 PM on January 15th and it arrived on Tuesday, January 16th at 10:30 AM. My charge card was not debited until Wednesday. Now, thats a merchant who has his priorities straight.
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Larry D (verified owner) –
So, I have 3 grinders: one for French press (Rancilio Rocky), and 2 for espresso. I wanted to have 2 espresso grinders because I usually have different beans in each. The Rancilio Rocky is a stepped grinder (You move the grinder adjustment collar in discrete steps or clicks) to produce an outstanding grind for French press. If you were only going to get one grinder for everything, the Rancilio Rocky (50 mm, flat SS burrs) would be my choice. The stepped feature lets you move from coarse to fine very quickly.
rxrxrx72 (verified owner) –
It’s simple and no frills (and therefore less to break/wear out over time!). It’s far from the best looking grinder, but it really can grind nicely! You can grind down to talcum powder consistency. I use it for a La Pavoni Europicola, and it really does the job. With this combo, I’m pulling shots much better than any shot I can get at Starbucks and even all of the local coffee shops. I’m very happy with the choice of this grinder. And, 1st Line is a great vendor. They are accessible, friendly, helpful and go above and beyond to support their customers.