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Krups F203: How do I remove the blades? (Can't pull them off!)

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:07:18 -0700

Hi,

My grinder is not similar to the ones in the instructions. It's the same model, but it looks different inside. The blades are fasten with something that looks like a plastic nut on top. I´ve tried pulling on the blades, but it doesen´t seem to work. I´ve also tried to undo the nut, my tools are causing damage to the nut.

Do anyone know if this is a nut, or pulling harder is the solution? And if so, do anyone know if it is a right or left threaded nut (normal or lynx)?

My problem with the grinder is that the blades wont turn. The motor is working, but of some reason, either the rotor in the motor or the blade assy is stuck.

Thanks!

⟐ Commented January 17, 2026 at 13:07 MST

Krups F203: How do you clean it?

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 09:51:27 -0700

The residue of the coffee beans is still in the grinder and hurting its effectiveness.

⟐ Answered February 20, 2018 at 9:51 MST

Krups F203: motor works but blades only spin if grinder is unloaded

Fri, 23 May 2025 07:53:14 -0700

The machine seems as if it's working with no load or with very small amount, but as soon as I put in a normal amount of material to be ground then the blades do not turn. It's like whatever connects the blades to the spinning shaft has failed or does not engage properly. Also how do I get the blades off?

⟐ Commented May 23, 2025 at 7:53 MST

Krups F203: The lid of my trusty Krups coffee grinder is stuck

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 10:19:35 -0700

The lid of my Krups grinder is stuck. I can't toggle the activation switch enough to release the lid. I look forward to a solution.

⟐ Answered January 16, 2025 at 10:19 MST

Krups F203: My grinder is stuck, will not spin

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 19:59:31 -0700

My grinder makes a muffled sound as if stuck and the blades do not spin. This happens often. What should I do?

Krups F203: Information: Ancient Model Base

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:17:54 -0700

This is just an informational comment. My GF has been using this grinder daily since about 1980, and it has never been maintained. I suspect that the "0602" is probably the serial number, so it would be almost the oldest that you'll find.

I saw comments saying to remove 4 screws or clips, or remove the paper label to expose the slot in the bottom of the shaft. They don't all necessarily have those.

It does have what looks like two #2 Phillips screws retaining the base. They have about 40 years of rust on them, but it looks like that's all that retains the base.

So depending on the vintage of your grinder, the parts may not be exactly the same. Luckily, these devices are simple, with little more than the motor, blade, switch, and body. You may just need to do a little more work to figure out how yours comes apart.

I only came looking to see what I'm getting myself into before I break something. I kind of assumed that the blade was pressed on, rather than screwed on. I'm glad I looked, before I broke it, trying to pull the blade. :)

⟐ Commented April 30, 2025 at 10:17 MST

Krups F203: Krups XN100 Stops too soon

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 12:04:57 -0700

I DeScaled our Krups XN100. During the descaling, However, it didn't stop pouring water, like in the video, so I had to unplug it.

Now when I try to make coffee, it stops pouring water too soon. I tried resetting it. I tried to unplug it, hold the Lungo button, and plug it back in. The Corto light blinks a few times. But when I try to make an espresso cup of coffee, and it still stops too soon.

⟐ Answered August 02, 2022 at 12:04 MST

Krups F203: Uneven grounds - do these wear out

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 08:45:39 -0700

Hi all. My Krups Type F203 retains large chunks of coffee bean even after prolonged grinding. The grounds are never uniformly ground. I read that the blades are blunt. So, sharpening them is not the solution, I suppose. Do these machines wear out over time and use? If so, what is it that wears out? When, if ever, do they need to be replaced? A bit confused. Thanks!

Krups F203: My coffee grinder's strange condition. What's wrong?

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 08:53:01 -0700

I've had a black Krups F203 coffee grinder for a long time. I should also say that I have the same grinder in white that I originally bought for grinding spices. I could start using the white one in its place but I really would love to keep using my original black Krups coffee grinder. Here's the problem: my black Krups coffee grinder stopped working recently but it's really strange. If I turn the grinder upside down on my countertop--without any beans, of course--and press the bottom of the grinder against the countertop, the grinder works perfectly. When I turn the grinder right side up, the grinder stops. It happens every time. Upside down, it works. Turning it around to the normal position, it stops. I would hate to toss it. What could be causing this strange condition?

⟐ Commented April 09, 2022 at 8:53 MST

Krups F203: Changing beanpot chamber base

Sat, 18 Jan 2020 13:21:07 -0700

I took out .my blades but want to take out beanpot chamber base..how do I??