has anything been done about the paintwork on the metal rods? comments read that the paint flakes off and that can never be good for food.
336132
I have not had an issue like that with mine.Have had it for a good while now and am still very pleased with it.
1379932
It didn't mess ours up when we baked it. I think they recommend baking it to make the paint permanent? I honestly couldn't tell the difference between what the pieces looked like before and after we baked them, but baking definitely didn't mess anything up. Good luck!
1748075
I guess I haven't heard or seen of the paint issue. I use mine pretty often and I love it, but I wrap the top and bottom with cling wrap and also use the patty paper so I don't have to clean it. The times I have cleaned it I did it in the sink only, I'm not sure what the dishwasher would do.
901154
No problems with that for me. Food sticking isn't really a problem. But I have soaked mine a few times and it hasn't rusted.
1845570
I purchased this model before Christmas. After one use (cooking prime rib on Christmas Day), we noticed that the interior bottom surface had pitted in several spots. It appears that the shiny stainless surface had just "flaked" off. We liked the pan otherwise, and it appeared of good quality and weight, but sadly, we had to return it. Not sure at this point whether to try again on the same model and hope we don't get a "lemon," or look for a different brand. I'm leaning toward a different brand as it appears that that the poor quality is a systemic manufacturing problem, as the pitting of the stainless surface was noted by other reviewers. I purchased this model before Christmas. After one use (cooking prime rib on Christmas Day), we noticed that the interior bottom surface had pitted in several spots. It appears that the shiny stainless surface had just "flaked" off. We liked the pan otherwise, and it appeared of good quality and weight, but sadly, we had to return it. Not sure at this point whether to try again on the same model and hope we don't get a "lemon," or look for a different brand. I'm leaning toward a different brand as it appears that that the poor quality is a systemic manufacturing problem,... » Read More I purchased this model before Christmas. After one use (cooking prime rib on Christmas Day), we noticed that the interior bottom surface had pitted in several spots. It appears that the shiny stainless surface had just "flaked" off. We liked the pan otherwise, and it appeared of good quality and weight, but sadly, we had to return it. Not sure at this point whether to try again on the same model and hope we don't get a "lemon," or look for a different brand. I'm leaning toward a different brand as it appears that that the poor quality is a systemic manufacturing problem, as the pitting of the stainless surface was noted by other reviewers. « Show Less
1032717
IF let's off a fair amount of smoke. I was not very happy, and would net rocommend. For me, the problem I had was it got too hot, even on the lowest of settings for my gas burner. Also, it's impossible to clean, without scraping of the coating. the last time I used it was to sear tuna. I let it sit for a day and scrubbed very hard to remove the residue. I used a sponge,then a soappad, becasue the sponge did nothing for the black residue ledt behind. I scrubbed so hard some of the costing rubbed off, and there is still residue left? Hope you have better luck and this was helpful
1642038
So far mine is looking great. No sign the heating rods are warping...ive had mine for a year or so.
144968
I believe this is probably just accumulated "baked on" residue from your grilling activities over an extended period of time. I periodically brush the "flaking pieces" off, GENTLY, with the wire brush I use to clean the caste iron cooking grates. I then brush off the flakes that fall onto the cooking grate and surrounding area so they don't affect future grilling activities. I don't believe these flakes are any type of hazardous coating coming loose from the inside of the grill's cover.
1226005
I have a painted one that didn't fare well cosmetically after a couple rounds in the dishwasher. I advise just buying the stainless one if you intend to use the dishwasher.
641865
Fortunately, I have some VERY recent info on that rack :) I ruined mine...by I guess overheating it in the broiler or putting it in the dishwasher. Normally, I use the pan for baking/grilling etc and it is super for single or small servings. But, I used it to grill hotdogs and accidentally left it in the oven and next day went to preheat oven and the rack was a mess....as the plastic or whatever coating on it half melted and or came off in places. If you put it in hot oil I think it will ruin it. It is definitely not stainless steel but a metal with a black coating looks like vinyl. Hope this helps. Fortunately, I have some VERY recent info on that rack :) I ruined mine...by I guess overheating it in the broiler or putting it in the dishwasher. Normally, I use the pan for baking/grilling etc and it is super for single or small servings. But, I used it to grill hotdogs and accidentally left it in the oven and next day went to preheat oven and the rack was a mess....as the plastic or whatever coating on it half melted and or came off in places. If you put it in hot oil I think it will ruin it. It is definitely not stainless steel but a metal with a black coating looks like vinyl. Hope... » Read More Fortunately, I have some VERY recent info on that rack :) I ruined mine...by I guess overheating it in the broiler or putting it in the dishwasher. Normally, I use the pan for baking/grilling etc and it is super for single or small servings. But, I used it to grill hotdogs and accidentally left it in the oven and next day went to preheat oven and the rack was a mess....as the plastic or whatever coating on it half melted and or came off in places. If you put it in hot oil I think it will ruin it. It is definitely not stainless steel but a metal with a black coating looks like vinyl. Hope this helps. « Show Less
2095406
I had the same problem. I bought this item thinking it's Made in the USA and won't have any problems with it. The thing got rusty after ONE wash. I only use normal dish soap, wipe area where my cloth can reach and then hang it dry on the dish rack. How do you guys take care of yours? Shall I just spray it with WD40? Not worth sending it back since I'm not in the US.
2127541
Ours is breaking down, turning white & gold rusty crusty/flaky on the edges and inside. We have had our water tested and it is potable and low in minerals so we aren't sure if we got a bad one or what. I have to fill it twice a day. Could be our fire box is too hot for it. Its awful cute I wish we were having better luck with it.
1938270
Same problem. I sprayed mine also and they still came out messed up. I won't use it nowl. I bought a nice metal pan and have no problems with it.
976072
I wish I could help, but I've only had mine for three years. I can tell you that the inside coating still looks new: nothing sticks to them. The silver on the outside is dis colored....more of a tarnished silver look - but only where my gas flame touches the pan. (I cook 1-3 times daily so they get LOTS of use.) The silver sides and handle are shiny and new looking. I've even purchased more of these pans! (14 inch skillet and the griddle). All in all, three years into my investment and I'm still thrilled with these pans.
895843
I think the flakes were mentioned for the model below this one since it was chrome plated. these are stainless steel beaters so they should not be peeling.
1788503
I have been trouble by the rust as well.... I have had mine for about 6 months too, and use it constantly.... Any ideas would be helpful because I LOVE this thing!!!!
144967
What you are seeing is a layer of carbon from previous BBQ that is flaking off. This is normal .