[MarkinOR]

Did you get the problem solved Vin? If not, here's a link you can peruse:

http://www.ehow.com/how_7273349_clean-starbucks-barista-burr-grinder.html


Don't know how long you've had your Barista or where you purchased it from, but is it fesible to ship it to the place of purchase or the manufacturer for repair?

Good luck...