Had that exact Cuisinart burr grinder and it smoked.....literally. Filled the kitchen with burnt electrical smoke....not again. Was never happy with the grind; always some "dust" that wasn't the ticket for the French Press. OK for $40.00 if it doesn't set your house on fire, I guess....
Ended up buying a Baratza Virtuoso conical burr mill.
Here's some great details and comparisions over at "Sweet Maria's" on the machine. Also, if you check the Baratza web site, they usually have refurbished machines for sale, though they are out now until after the first of the month.
This is one of those things that was bloody expensive.....and damn well worth it every time I use it. It makes perfect ground coffee, as course or fine as you'd like. Never had a problem, sounds like it'll last a long time. I'd buy another one, tomorrow.....
