Finger guard for the coffee grinder for Nivona NICR 1030 and NICR 1040 coffee machines

What is the finger guard for the grinder

The finger guard is a safety cover located at the entrance to the coffee machine's grinder. Its purpose is to prevent accidental contact of fingers with the rotating grinding burrs during bean grinding, and it also helps prevent foreign objects from entering the grinder area.

Signs of wear or damage

Over time, the cover can crack, loosen from its mount, or break off completely. A loose or missing guard shows up as a visible gap above the grinder, free movement of the part when handling the bean hopper, or an inability to safely remove or refit the hopper.

Why replace this part in time

A damaged or missing finger guard poses a safety risk when using the coffee machine, especially where children or other household members have access to it. In addition, a compromised guard structure can prevent the bean hopper from being properly secured, leading to leaks or problems with feeding beans into the grinder.

Selection advice

The finger guard is not identical across all grinder models; its shape and mounting method vary depending on the side or design of the grinder. Before ordering, check compatibility in the product table to make sure the part fits your specific coffee machine exactly.

Compatible with

• NICR1040
• NICR1030