How do you clean the waffle maker is it a pain?
2061742
No problem at all - runover batter wipes right off. We initially put in too much batter so had runover. The waffles themselves are smaller than we expected, but each one takes a very short time to cook and are thin and crisp, which we like.
2061743
It's not easy. Nothing is removable so all the surfaces have to be wiped down by hand.
2061744
No, not at all. Follow the directions for preseasoning the waffle maker. The nonstick surface wipes clean with a paper towel. the waffles remove easily. Some commenters seem extra sensitive to the fact soap and water are not necessary, but I never had a problem with illness and never saw any concerning mold after storage either. To sum up just a paper towel cleans it, but follow all directions.
2061745
It is easy to clean just, be careful to not overfill with batter. I just wipe it with a paper towell. Once in a while I use a toothpick wrapped in a paper towell to clean the grove circle beneath the cooking plate.The only thing that is hard to clean is the little plastic piece that is the color control guard. The slit opens facing towards the grill. I still think cleaning this waffle maker is quick and painless.
2061746
It doesn't really get dirty and sticky because of the non-stick coating. When it does get some batter on the side, I just use paper towel and water to wipe it. Good as new. I love it!
2061747
It is very easy to clean - nothing sticks & I just followed the manufacturers guide that says to wipe it with a damp paper towel after it's cool. Eazy Smeazy.
1937657
Hi, first I adjusted my heating knob until it was maybe two clicks from the center of the toward the off position, When I pour I use my 2 cup measuring cup( be generous go over the line) so I know I have approximately two waffles to get out of the batter, Make sure you do over fill the pan just fill it until you have the bottom of the pan covered. flip as soon as you put the top down, wait 6 minutes flip and wait another maybe 7, it take 2 green lights for each side.
1179155
It's a pain to clean but works great! As dumb as this sounds I have had to use toothpicks to push it out!
1480218
I worked in hotel kitchens for 10 years: I never once put anything on the waffle maker. You pour the batter in and then you take the waffle out when its done. You shouldn't need to spray or oil at all just put some butter in your batter and that will take care of it.
1420612
No, but if you use spray the plates with a product like Pam before you use the waffle iron (after heating as directed) then the waffle iron is very easy to keep clean. I use it very often and have never had any problems cleaning it, even if the batter runs out the sides it wipes right off.
1425000
No... not hard to clean at all. As stated in my previous review (I've evidently become an expert on this device), best way to clean it is to first rinse out with hot water, then put in more hot water almost to the top and turn on the whirring thingy. This will "swirl" the water around. If you still have any residue (it will be near the top), then just give it a swipe with a wet dishrag around the inside edge and down about as far as your fingers will reach. Be careful not to touch the little whirring thingy (paddle). Dunno what would happen, but just don't. Box is long gone, so don't remember about instructions, but these washing instructions have worked for me - every day - for nearly a year now. Just don't let any residue dry out on the inside and you shouldn't have any probs. Bottom is flexible rubber and removable... it's where the batteries go. Just don't submerge or leave to set in standing water. I have already bought one for all my kids for Christmas. Great product, especially for the money. Hope this helps.
12567
Yes. But remember you are not supposed to ever wash waffle irons but merely brush away burnt bits and wipe Teflon area with a dry paper towel.
769220
Of course but you may want to watch out temp so it doesn't burn waffles. Also get a hard plastic bristle brush to clean after. Makes it so much easier.
1630118
With some gentle prying, I am almost always able to remove the waffles without them splitting apart. Occasionally, I do not put enough oil in and end up with a torn waffle. Is the pan too hot when you pour the batter in? Is the oil burning? Also, I have found that, for some reason, the whole wheat recipe included on the package sticks a bit more than the other recipes. And make sure the pan is completely clean of any dried or burnt batter before cooking another waffle.
1618660
I use setting number 3 and have never oiled the waffle maker. The waffles have always come out great. There is usually oil in the batter.
537854
I forgot to spray the waffle iron and was still able to get the waffle out. I think you will have to spray any waffle iron because it just makes it easier to remove. I am very pleased with this iron and it gets used almost every day :)
533041
I do not add anything to the cooking surface. Waffles pop off cleanly and clean up is minimal.
2202185
Just put it in the dishwasher. You can't do that with a waffle only machine.
352456
Around 6 minutes at the most! Do yourself a favor and get this!! I had one that cost $40-plus and the waffles stuck to it, even after straying the inside with cooking spray, so after around 8 months of this, I tossed it out! The family has been very satisfied with this one!
2052658
You can cook the waffle as long as you like. Takes some getting used to. Don't give up on the first few tries.
486833
Use less oil! Unlike the many other waffle makers I've used (at least five different brands), I have had to oil the griddles only twice in the 1.5 years that I've been using it - and I've used it every single night in that time. Maybe it helps that I use a teaspoon of oil in my batter, and no sugar, but the non-stick surfaces work for me.
704533
Spray it with Pam before you use it and after every 2-3 waffles. That's the only thing I found to work.