What about cleanup? Are there areas (in the lid) that will need to be cleaned? Problems with bags ripping?
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There have been no problems with bags ripping. The lid pops out for easy cleaning as that is the only part that touches the trash directly. Has been a real money and time saver on use of bags and trips to the outside garbage pail.
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The lid wipes clean very easily. We have not had a bag break yet a d we had the trash crusher since Christmas. We really like it.
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Cleanup is generally easy -- the liner lifts out with the bag in it, so you can position it better for taking the bag out. I've never had a bag rip. The lid has a smooth bottom surface that is easy to clean, though it has a tendency to fall into the bag if you let the lid slam closed.
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Dawn,As the lid is compacted down, the bag is forced against the side of the container and thus mostly protected from rips. One must exercise a little care in the early stages of filling the can as you would with any normal filling. If there are wet and adhesive items, such as food waste, on top of the "pile" that is being pushed down, some of it will adhere to the underside of the lid. The great news is, you can toss the lid in the dishwasher or simply wipe it down like a kitchen surface.
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No problems with the trash bags. You will want to clean off the bottom of the crusher part every so often but this is really easy to do.
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In the top is the little "crusher" with the handle. It can collect dust. I haven't had any problems with the trash bags. You can (if you are able to do it) take the inside liner out to put the bag in and that helps keep the bags from sliding. I just haven't been able to do that and get the liner with the bag back in to close it tightly without having some of the bag mess up. But it works with part of the bag on the outside. No, I don't have problems with the bags ripping or it needing cleaning except to dust the inset where the handle is. t
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I don't have that problem but not thrilled with results of cleaning. Is dirty container in securely? Happy Thanksgiving!!
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Very. I have had no issues in cleaning the lid. The outside is actually more stain resistant than the plastic versions I have had in the past.
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I have never tried to reuse the bags, however I don't think that this would be a good idea, because of possible food contamination. I do not think that you can clean these type of bags as good as regular zip lock type bags! You can buy these bags in bulk, already cut and sealed on one end for approx. 2.5 cents each from Lemonhead kitchen supplies over at e-****y. I hope this helps you! This machine is FANTASTIC! I saw this same model and breand machine at Target for $79.99! Amazon offers a great saving! Thanks! I hope that I was able to help you!
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The inside is not plastic but cleans very well. Last night I spilled my apple juice on it and it ran inside and all over. I used a wet soapy wash cloth and it cleaned up the messy treats inside and dried clean. My husband and I both have one and feel it is far superior to any other out there for function and durability. Cleaning has so far not been an issue and last nights sticky mess confirmed we had the right treat bag. I hope this helps.
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Push the button to start it, make sure the bags are not full, it won't move if its too heavy, I usually have to empty the bags after pretty much each cycle of use. i also have to clean the bags in bleach about every 3rd or 4th cycle or they get too clogged.
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Absolutely! I've changed the contents many times. They're made of much thicker material than a food storage type baggie. You open the bag, put in your items, seal it, in the middle of the bag there is a plastic cap you open, you attach a vacuum hose and suck out all of the air. Some have said their bags leak, there is a slider to close it, but I always manually press my hand along, pressing the edges together to make sure it's sealed tight. I haven't had one let go yet.
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It comes with an extra filter that you can clean anyway (we haven't had to yet). Also comes with a cleaning tool. No bags, just empty the tray after each use. Very easy. Hope this helps.
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On a sidenote, I love the reusable bags but cleaning them has become such a chore ( since I defrost meat every day/1 bag a day) that I will be buying a foodsaver. The work that goes into cleaning the reusable bags is not worth it anymore.
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I have not had to clean it yet. I wash the cans - anything that is dirty before placing them in the bag. I guess t would use a brush or damp cloth.
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I own this system and have not had any problems with bags leaking. I have had a couple items stored for 6 weeks and still sealed thoroughly. My Mother has this same system and did have a few problems with random bags. She e-mailed the company and they sent her a coupon for a couple of boxes of free freezer bags.
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Mine lined up just fine, so I think there may be an issue with your lid not being on properly. I never had the problem with the lid not lining up when I replaced the bags. I would contact the manufacturer about the issue, or talk to a person where you bought it. Hope I helped. Thanks!
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do not clean to often, I clean the bowl after each use, otherwise the rest I only wipe down every couple of uses. Its not like an oven which you need to keep spotless but more like a bar b que pit where the sidewalls and floor only need to be scraped or wiped occasionally .
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Hi no this bag doesnt get dirty easily, I love mine - if it did I'd just wipe with a wet cloth :)
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No problems to date, but we don't dump a lot of wet stuff in there.Glad tall kitchen bags fit with a little stretching, or SimpleHuman sells their own (more expensive) bags that fit a little more comfortably.Very happy with this purchase.
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I have found that if I pack the trash down into the bag to get as much as I can into the bag before taking it out it will be harder to get out and will catch on the screws from the handles. What I did to prevent that is cover the screws with packing tape and it doesn't happen any longer. Or not stuff the bags so full. Hope this helps.
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I shake it out. If there is anything left on it, then I just wipe with a wet paper towel. I have also vacuumed mine if the bag on the vacuum is ready to be changed. I have had mine since October and it shows no wear at all.