We are a commercial restaurant and have purchased 3 of these units. They perform well, however they do not clean well. We do not use spray as the residue sometimes turns into carbon. In time, two to three months, the carbon gets so heavy on the units that they begin to stick. They are uncleanable. In other commercial equipment we are able to remove the grids and have them professionally recoated or replaced. Waring does not provide for new grid replacements. So after 4 to 6 months, the units become trash. Is there a solution? We are a commercial restaurant and have purchased 3 of these units. They perform well, however they do not clean well. We do not use spray as the residue sometimes turns into carbon. In time,... » Read More We are a commercial restaurant and have purchased 3 of these units. They perform well, however they do not clean well. We do not use spray as the residue sometimes turns into carbon. In time, two to three months, the carbon gets so heavy on the units that they begin to stick. They are uncleanable. In other commercial equipment we are able to remove the grids and have them professionally recoated or replaced. Waring does not provide for new grid replacements. So after 4 to 6 months, the units become trash. Is there a solution? « Show Less
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I do spray mine with GFS pan coating spray and I don't get any carbon residue. The trick is to only spray it once a day and only after it heats up. At the end of the day I clean it with a wooden pick so that the finish doesn't come off and just hot water on a rag. I haven't had any issues in the last 5 months. Hope this helps
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I second that thought. Very hard to clean and becomes unusable in a short time
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HI, is the same problem that i have. I think we can try another brands! hope to help!
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We try not to use spray very often, due to the buildup. Instead, I mix about 1 T of oil into my batter - it seems to help with sticking.
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We have the same problem in my restaurant. I have only found one spray that works well. It's vegalene brand food release spray. It doesn't get sticky or carbonize like others we've tried, but cleaning is still an issue as it's hard to get between the grates.
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I Don't have a solution for you. I wish they were removable, as you said. We clean it everyday with water in a sponge, inside and outside, and we keep it warm to be able to perform the cleaning
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Yes, and you will continue to see this. It's the minerals from your water. You have to clean and descale it regularly, using either vinegar or citric acid. A tablespoon or two of vinegar in your water when it begins to get flaky or when the sides of the unit begin to look frosted. Run the unit through a cycle, drain it, then run at least two more loads of just water through it. Should remove all the scale. I usually do this about once every two months. Also the little filter on the floor of the inside of the unit, the steel mesh one, comes off and should be scrubbed with a toothbrush or something similar to unclog it. Yes, and you will continue to see this. It's the minerals from your water. You have to clean and descale it regularly, using either vinegar or citric acid. A tablespoon or two of vinegar in your water when it begins to get flaky or when the sides of the unit begin to look frosted. Run the unit through a cycle, drain it, then run at least two more loads of just water through it. Should remove all the scale. I usually do this about once every two months. Also the little filter on the floor of the inside of the unit, the steel mesh one, comes off and should be scrubbed with a toothbrush or... » Read More Yes, and you will continue to see this. It's the minerals from your water. You have to clean and descale it regularly, using either vinegar or citric acid. A tablespoon or two of vinegar in your water when it begins to get flaky or when the sides of the unit begin to look frosted. Run the unit through a cycle, drain it, then run at least two more loads of just water through it. Should remove all the scale. I usually do this about once every two months. Also the little filter on the floor of the inside of the unit, the steel mesh one, comes off and should be scrubbed with a toothbrush or something similar to unclog it. « Show Less
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I just thoroughly cleaned them with my usual household all purpose cleaner then rinsed off the counter two or three times to make sure I got any and all residue off, then let it thoroughly dry. I don't believe I ever used anything abrasive or sanded first. I am not having any chipping problems. I just followed the directions in the kit. I had mauve/rose colored formica counters that were really "fugly"! Looks a lot better now and I'd never done anything like this before! They came out great and they're hold up great. I'm careful not to cut anything on them or put anything hot on them and I wipe up with my dish cloth when I'm done doing dishes or just plain water. I just thoroughly cleaned them with my usual household all purpose cleaner then rinsed off the counter two or three times to make sure I got any and all residue off, then let it thoroughly dry. I don't believe I ever used anything abrasive or sanded first. I am not having any chipping problems. I just followed the directions in the kit. I had mauve/rose colored formica counters that were really "fugly"! Looks a lot better now and I'd never done anything like this before! They came out great and they're hold up great. I'm careful not to cut anything on them or put anything hot on... » Read More I just thoroughly cleaned them with my usual household all purpose cleaner then rinsed off the counter two or three times to make sure I got any and all residue off, then let it thoroughly dry. I don't believe I ever used anything abrasive or sanded first. I am not having any chipping problems. I just followed the directions in the kit. I had mauve/rose colored formica counters that were really "fugly"! Looks a lot better now and I'd never done anything like this before! They came out great and they're hold up great. I'm careful not to cut anything on them or put anything hot on them and I wipe up with my dish cloth when I'm done doing dishes or just plain water. « Show Less
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You need to clean the plate and the bottom of the unit after each use. If you don't you risk of a grease fire.
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We rent them out and use them in concession stand, we run a couple of cases of popcorn a day, generally we clean it after a weekend, the bottom of unit is removable and the discard tray is also removable so we just clean those items in soapy water in large sink, watch the edges as they are sometimes sharp, I hope this helpsWith a five yr warrenty you can't go wrong
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I personally have not had any issue of residue on mine, so not really sure what to advise you except maybe try vinegar/water solution and wipe it down. Good luck and maybe another member can help.
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I own one and it is NOT difficult to clean. Initially I scrubbed the parts with ajax to get rid of the layer mold. It was difficult and took a lot of time to do... but later I realized if I soak the main three component parts in a bleach water mixture, there is NO SCRUBBING TO DO! It does a great job and the mold gets killed off by the bleach everywhere in the unit! After a few hours, just rinse the parts, that's all! No rubbing or scrubbing!!!
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I purchased the red and white Healthy Nonstick Ceramic Coated Frying Pan - 3 Pcs Eco Friendly Durable Fry Pan Cookware Set about 3 months ago. I use the smallest of the set many times a week to cook eggs and the largest one for bacon. I have yet to have a problem with sticking. I do however, hand wash them instead of placing them in the dishwasher and I use pan protectors between them when I stack them in the cabinet to keep them from scratching. I never use any metal utensils, only plastic and rubber. Mine have stood up very well and the eggs just slide out of the pan. The bacon never sticks, which is nice since I like my bacon well done. I purchased the red and white Healthy Nonstick Ceramic Coated Frying Pan - 3 Pcs Eco Friendly Durable Fry Pan Cookware Set about 3 months ago. I use the smallest of the set many times a week to cook eggs and the largest one for bacon. I have yet to have a problem with sticking. I do however, hand wash them instead of placing them in the dishwasher and I use pan protectors between them when I stack them in the cabinet to keep them from scratching. I never use any metal utensils, only plastic and rubber. Mine have stood up very well and the eggs just slide out of the pan. The bacon never... » Read More I purchased the red and white Healthy Nonstick Ceramic Coated Frying Pan - 3 Pcs Eco Friendly Durable Fry Pan Cookware Set about 3 months ago. I use the smallest of the set many times a week to cook eggs and the largest one for bacon. I have yet to have a problem with sticking. I do however, hand wash them instead of placing them in the dishwasher and I use pan protectors between them when I stack them in the cabinet to keep them from scratching. I never use any metal utensils, only plastic and rubber. Mine have stood up very well and the eggs just slide out of the pan. The bacon never sticks, which is nice since I like my bacon well done. « Show Less
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Personally I used ours, owned 3 that are now sitting on a shelf in our garage, for humidity and to remove cig. smoke from the air. If I had to rate them, I would give them a 3 on a scale of 1 -10. Also, keep in mind, they are tough to clean, if you can get all the "white" accumulation off at all, and the additives are expensive. I would not recommend this product PERIOD! For your needs, there are products out there that will do a much better job in my humble opinion.
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I haven't change my carbon filters as of yet and the other filter the manufacture say's its good for a year. Which that to me remain to be seen.I say that only because I have only had my 2 unit up and run for 2 months on auto any have only shut them off to check the filters and they all look just fine.My units came package with 3 extra carbon filters.
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I've used mine every week, about two to three times per week, since I got it, in May, and I clean it and it's not rusty or unusable yet. I like mine so much I am going to get a couple more, and and give them to my two sons that grill a lot. I suppose that after use and prior to storage, a light coat of cooking oil would be appropriate.
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I have some for the front and rear in my Enclave. The back ones take a beating from my kids. I have cleaned up soda and ice cream with no problem. I just use some soap and water and hose them off.
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I've had this distiller for a number of years, distilled 100's of gallons, and I never had to send it in for repair or even needed parts for the distiller. Because so much time has passed and the warranty is more less up, I once took off the bottom to wipe off some condensation (my bad) and found the mechanisms very simple and durable. For maintenance, like anything, keep the unit clean. Keep the actual distiller basin (where the water boils on the bottom) clean of calcium, and other build up. You just pour in vinegar 1/2 inch and dilute with some water and let it sit overnight. Just rinse out with a brush. I've done this for years, and I am distilling another 2 gallons tonight. Hope this helps. I've had this distiller for a number of years, distilled 100's of gallons, and I never had to send it in for repair or even needed parts for the distiller. Because so much time has passed and the warranty is more less up, I once took off the bottom to wipe off some condensation (my bad) and found the mechanisms very simple and durable. For maintenance, like anything, keep the unit clean. Keep the actual distiller basin (where the water boils on the bottom) clean of calcium, and other build up. You just pour in vinegar 1/2 inch and dilute with some water and let it sit overnight. Just rinse... » Read More I've had this distiller for a number of years, distilled 100's of gallons, and I never had to send it in for repair or even needed parts for the distiller. Because so much time has passed and the warranty is more less up, I once took off the bottom to wipe off some condensation (my bad) and found the mechanisms very simple and durable. For maintenance, like anything, keep the unit clean. Keep the actual distiller basin (where the water boils on the bottom) clean of calcium, and other build up. You just pour in vinegar 1/2 inch and dilute with some water and let it sit overnight. Just rinse out with a brush. I've done this for years, and I am distilling another 2 gallons tonight. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I experienced the same problem until Instarted de-scaling with "cleaning vinegar" found at the grocery store. Walmart caries a Heinz Cleaning Vinegar which is very inexpensive. Mix 1/2 vinegar and 1/2 water and run thru a cycle. I completed 2 cycles the first time. Now I just watch the led indicator that let's me know when it's time to run it again.Fantastic coffe maker, I will never change to another.
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Yes, but.... I've had 3 of these. The first 2 I put in the dishwasher. This last one, I have only hand washed - its lasted about 3 years vs 2 years on the ones I put in the dishwasher. I'm getting ready to buy my 4th grill pan and I wont be buying one of these. The black paint has come off and the bacon sticks. I'm going with cast iron for my next one even though it will be 2 to 3 times heavier. Spending $45.00 every few years for another grill pan is not that big a deal, but it irks me that products are not built to last. I figure if I am going to the effort to wash a pan by hand it needs to last longer than 3 years. Yes, but.... I've had 3 of these. The first 2 I put in the dishwasher. This last one, I have only hand washed - its lasted about 3 years vs 2 years on the ones I put in the dishwasher. I'm getting ready to buy my 4th grill pan and I wont be buying one of these. The black paint has come off and the bacon sticks. I'm going with cast iron for my next one even though it will be 2 to 3 times heavier. Spending $45.00 every few years for another grill pan is not that big a deal, but it irks me that products are not built to last. I figure if I am going to the effort to wash a pan by hand it needs... » Read More Yes, but.... I've had 3 of these. The first 2 I put in the dishwasher. This last one, I have only hand washed - its lasted about 3 years vs 2 years on the ones I put in the dishwasher. I'm getting ready to buy my 4th grill pan and I wont be buying one of these. The black paint has come off and the bacon sticks. I'm going with cast iron for my next one even though it will be 2 to 3 times heavier. Spending $45.00 every few years for another grill pan is not that big a deal, but it irks me that products are not built to last. I figure if I am going to the effort to wash a pan by hand it needs to last longer than 3 years. « Show Less
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Thank you for your inquiry. Happen to have one at home and have only used it twice but I have had no issues with getting the unit completely cleaned. Hope that helps. Thank you
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After the third time that I used my WSM, I got little flakes falling from the inside of the lid, onto the cooking grates. Since then, I have given the inside of the lid a quick wipe with a paper towel, soon after I finish smoking, while it is warm and moist. Everything I have read recommends that you clean the cooking grates after every use, with crumpled aluminum foil or wire grate cleaning tool. It is easy to do. I like to wipe the water bowl. I don't get it shiny clean, but I don't line it with foil and it usually gets a lot of grease drippings in it, which I like to remove. I don't know how much harm would come if you didn't wipe the bowl. After the third time that I used my WSM, I got little flakes falling from the inside of the lid, onto the cooking grates. Since then, I have given the inside of the lid a quick wipe with a paper towel, soon after I finish smoking, while it is warm and moist. Everything I have read recommends that you clean the cooking grates after every use, with crumpled aluminum foil or wire grate cleaning tool. It is easy to do. I like to wipe the water bowl. I don't get it shiny clean, but I don't line it with foil and it usually gets a lot of grease drippings in it, which I like to remove. I don't know... » Read More After the third time that I used my WSM, I got little flakes falling from the inside of the lid, onto the cooking grates. Since then, I have given the inside of the lid a quick wipe with a paper towel, soon after I finish smoking, while it is warm and moist. Everything I have read recommends that you clean the cooking grates after every use, with crumpled aluminum foil or wire grate cleaning tool. It is easy to do. I like to wipe the water bowl. I don't get it shiny clean, but I don't line it with foil and it usually gets a lot of grease drippings in it, which I like to remove. I don't know how much harm would come if you didn't wipe the bowl. « Show Less