A:AnswerWhen the Auto timer is set for brewing for next day, both the grinding and brewing happens at the same time. No need to grind the coffee beans seperately the day before.
A:AnswerNo, the 'Grind' function on the Breville® BDC650 Grind Control™ is part of the 'Brewing' function. While the 'Grind' portion can be by-passed for pre-ground coffee, the 'brew' portion cannot.
A:AnswerThe side door on the filter basket holder of the Breville® BDC650 Grind Control™ is there to assist in preventing messes should the basket over flow.