Nutrimill dust problem
Alright, so I've used my Nutrimill for about a year now. Lately I have noticed that it's been "leaking" flour when milling grains. When I mill my Red Hard Spring Wheat berries, there's just a little that blows out the left front. But, when I mill Rye berries for my sourdough, there's actually a continuous stream of flour dust that gets blown into the air...!
I didn't use to have this problem before. I cleaned everything I could possibly think of, even cleaned and re-inserted the white square rubber gasket. I have the strong suspicion the dust is making its way through the black foam filter. Is there anything else I can do to prevent the dust from escaping? I am considering putting a piece of fabric onto the left front of the machine, to catch the dust - any thoughts on that?
Thanks in advance,
Stephan
If you think the filter is "leaking" why not replace it. I found replacements at Pleasant Hill Grain for just $1.00 (before shipping cost of course). I would expect the filter to last more than a year, but that will be a function of use too. Assuming the shipping is not outrageous it is probably worth the try.
Good luck
OldWoodenSpoon
I had cleaned it, but didn't replace it yet. These things don't look like they'd actually "wear". The mill came with a spare filter - I'll pop it in to see what happens.
Stephan
The filter looks like it is very unlikely that it would wear out. It appears to be made from the same material that is used for scrubbing pads. I have inserted the bowl a little off center a few times, so suggest you try this. As an alternative, call customer service. In my experience they are excellent.
Michael
I second calling customer service. I had a problem with mine not milling finely enough on the fine setting - they took it back and replaced it - no questions asked! I had it back within 2 weeks.....but had purchased another mill (different brand) while the NM was being replaced so now my fixed mill is a back-up when I need to mill popcorn or large batches of flour.....
Janet