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Unknown Starbucks Barista part and Krups GVX2 rating questions

I have a Starbucks Barista espresso maker. I use it with a Krups GVX2 burr style grinder I bought from the Costco ($50). You can see in the photo a circular object to the left of the front of the Barista. I believe I read it is some sort of coffee pre soaker. Is it a pre soaker, and if so, how is it used. Also, what is the prevailing opinion of he Krups GVX2 burr grinder? Thanks in advance!

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Permalink Reply by Edward Harris on February 11, 2009 at 1:28pm

The item described is a single pod filter cup with adapter.
The rubber adapter goes in the filter holder first. Then place the filter cup. Place a coffee pod in the filter cup. Lock the filter holder in the machine and turn the switch on while still holding the handle pulled all the way to the right. Espresso will not flow through the coffee while the handle is held pulled to the right. Let the handle go at the end of six seconds. Espresso will fill the cup.
The proper use of the filter holder, descaling and other maintenance information is available on the following page link:
http://www.partsguru.com/SaecoRioProfi.html
Good luck
Sincerely,
Edward

Permalink Reply by Michael Levin on February 11, 2009 at 3:31pm

Ed, I sencod Ken's comment - you are, indeed, the man! I just followed your instructions to grind less fine, pre soak by holding the handle right for 5 seconds and had the best crema and espresso ever! Many thanks, Mike

Permalink Reply by Ken Fivella on February 11, 2009 at 3:05pm

Ed,

You are the man!

Ken

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