If making coffee twice a day, how long before screen needs replacement?
635524
Not sure - we used our last one for several years - but we also unscrew the plunger and rinse it after each use, otherwise it won't last long.
635525
We have had the La Cafetiere for at least 6 months, use it at least once a day (often more), put it in the dishwasher, and it is still working well. So far the screen is fine and it is durable.
635526
Don't know but it appears to be made out of stainless and is put together well. While camping in the Sierra's we used the water faucets in the campground and the water pressure was extremely high, but the screen held together well and there was no visual change to the screen after blasting it with the high water pressure. My advice would be to clean asap after using so the oils in the coffee don't build up on the screen.
2112814
I just run in thru again without the grounds after the warmer timer shuts off. I have mine set for 4 hours..... but if your drinking good coffee you wouldnt have to re-heat, It should be already gone and making another fresh pot.
1749084
It MIGHT be stuck. Hold the rod with pliers and unscrew the plate on the end. It should come apart with hand pressure, but that is a big variable. I clean mine by 1) pulling out the screen assembly 2) dumping/rinsing out the grounds (swirl with 1/2 pot of water & toss on garden) 3) add 1 drop of detergent, insert the screen assembly & plunge vigorously 'till it foams out the spout 4) dump it out, dissassemble the screen carrier, rinse everything & set inverted on a towel to dry. Detrgent breaks up the oils, plunging blows off 99% of the coffee chunks off the screen.
1221460
I doubt it, I'd just replace/buy a new coffee maker, it's very reasonable. Sorry, if this is not the answer that you were expecting.
732359
I have had mine for almost 5 years, use it on average of twice a day and it works just fine, the only thing I can think of is the grinder mechanism is getting dull. I believe it can be replaced.
1573442
Yes. The first one we had the screen separated, however, the second has lasted for some time now.
1681943
I've been told directly by the manufacturer that each unit does a limited capacity test, so finding coffee grounds is not uncommon. As long as all of the factory equipment (cables, trays, etc) are present and still properly taped and sealed as you would expect a new unit to be, you should be fine. Beware of openbox/return items that are not packaged properly or have missing parts. Retailers are especially bad for this.
1857861
I change mine every 90 days or so. I can usually tell when it is time by the taste of the coffee. We drink a lot of coffee.
1759075
To make coffee bout 20 mins. To heat coffee the next day without filter and stem is 5 mind. No auto shut off
1627127
I work between 10-14 hours a day and leave it on the entire time 6 days a week. Not one problem. Except maybe my extensive power usage due to my love of coffee. :D
2099921
No. This screen works Great. I replace it my self it took me maybe 30 minute. Awesome Product
2150436
Not sure when you have screen issues it may be time for a new one . Good luck
1647284
There is one in the coffee maker already, you just pull it out and replace the filter.
398159
The Highwin French Press is of good quality with a couple of caveats. The biggest one is the filter screen. After a year of daily use the screen will curl in spots. I can find no source for a replacement screen.The pot came with no cleaning instructions as to cleaning of the screen. Then one day after spending 15 minutes trying to clean the screen I wondered if the bottom unscrewed. It is not obvious nor easily done without the use of pliers. Once disassembled cleaning the screen is a breeze. Use care with the pliers so as not to scratch and hold the screen with a rag so not to scratch or cut yourself. The Highwin French Press is of good quality with a couple of caveats. The biggest one is the filter screen. After a year of daily use the screen will curl in spots. I can find no source for a replacement screen.The pot came with no cleaning instructions as to cleaning of the screen. Then one day after spending 15 minutes trying to clean the screen I wondered if the bottom unscrewed. It is not obvious nor easily done without the use of pliers. Once disassembled cleaning the screen is a breeze. Use care with the pliers so as not to scratch and hold the screen with a rag so not to... » Read More The Highwin French Press is of good quality with a couple of caveats. The biggest one is the filter screen. After a year of daily use the screen will curl in spots. I can find no source for a replacement screen.The pot came with no cleaning instructions as to cleaning of the screen. Then one day after spending 15 minutes trying to clean the screen I wondered if the bottom unscrewed. It is not obvious nor easily done without the use of pliers. Once disassembled cleaning the screen is a breeze. Use care with the pliers so as not to scratch and hold the screen with a rag so not to scratch or cut yourself. « Show Less
790231
Hello My Friend, As I am looking at mine right now, the screen looks normal and all in one peice. However it has a plastic shroud that keeps the coffee grounds contained on the bottom of the cup. This shroud is braced by a single wire type spring that has two ends extending out from each side of the shroud. this is probably for easy removal by depressing each side you can easily compress and remove the spring. other than that, it looks my screen is normal and free from ragged edges and deformaties. I do wish you the best of luck and many cheers. Sean......
1581650
No if the screen is cracked that means the LED is broken. So the replacement glass would do nothing for you.
742207
I really do not think the cost of replacing the screen is cost effective. I bought a refurbished Acer Iconia A1-810 8inch quad-core 16gb tablet thru Amazon for $99.00 and am much happier. It's the same size as an iPad mini, so you might check something like that out.