Spring and ball (small) for coffee grinder for DeLonghi coffee machines

The spring and metal ball (part no. 33322D) are small but critical components of the grind-adjustment mechanism in DeLonghi coffee machines. If your grind-coarseness setting will not hold, the grinder dial "skips" or turns too freely, or the burr unit moves on its own, the most common cause is a fatigued spring or a missing ball. This part is the correct replacement for restoring firm detent retention of the grind setting.

Important — verify your model: before ordering, confirm the exact model and version of your machine from the rating plate (type label), which is normally located on the underside of the appliance or behind the water tank. Check the full type designation (including the series and version code) to ensure this part fits your specific grinder.

When does this part need to be replaced? (Fault symptoms)

This part typically fails when you notice one or more of the following symptoms:

• The grind-coarseness setting will not hold — the dial returns to a previous position or the grind level changes on its own during brewing
• The grinder adjustment dial "skips", clicks loosely, or rotates too freely with no discernible detent positions
• The burr unit moves on its own, resulting in coffee that is alternately finer or coarser without any input from you
• On disassembly of the grinder, the metal ball is missing or the spring is cracked, deformed, or displaced

Compatibility: Which models is this part for?

This part is compatible with DeLonghi fully automatic coffee machines that use this type of grind-adjustment mechanism. The series breakdown below is provided as a general guide; verify the specific type code against the rating plate on your appliance.

DeLonghi Magnifica series (ECAM / ESAM)

• Selected Magnifica and Magnifica S models with a rotary grind-adjustment setting in the bean hopper

DeLonghi PrimaDonna / Eletta / Dinamica series

• Selected ECAM range models with the same type of grind-adjustment mechanism

ETAM Autentica series

• Selected ETAM Autentica models with rotary grind-coarseness adjustment

Note on the model list: a precise list of compatible type codes was not included in the source data for this part. To avoid ordering an incorrect part, send us the exact type designation of your machine and our service technicians will verify fitment for you. We do not list this part as suitable for models we have not confirmed.

Original vs. compatible part

This part is a replacement component for the grind-adjustment mechanism of DeLonghi coffee machines. It functionally replaces the worn original spring and ball, restoring firm detent retention of the grind setting. If you are unsure of suitability for your model, our service technicians are happy to verify fitment.

Delivery and returns

The part is in stock and dispatched from the EU within 24 hours, with professional technical support from our service technicians available throughout. An unused and uninstalled part may be returned within 14 days under the statutory right of withdrawal.