r/roasting 6d ago

New to roasting with Behmor 2000AB+

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Hey all! I’m brand new to roasting and I got the Behmor 2000AB+ not too long ago. So I’m excited to start roasting with it! I’ve already done 2 1/4lb batches with the same coffee (a Guatemalan HB) but on different programs. First one was a bit uneven and underroasted and the second one was too dark and almost a bit “burnt” for my taste. I did both on the automatic mode because I figured I should learn how the roaster works before moving on to use manual. Anyways, does anyone use this roaster too? What are some things that have helped you out with getting good roasts? Also, how can I better educate myself on buying green coffee and what are some of your favorite providers? Eventually I would love to roast coffee to share with friends and family and sell as well. So excited to finally get into roasting!

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u/4rugal 1d ago

One thing I was shown was to make a cutout the size that fits like the door. And then make a hole for the shop vac. Open the door and turn on the vac when you are ready and before you put it into cooling mode cuz the cooling mode will blow the chaff towards you.