how should one clean and maintain this unit
270035
I wash my racks in the sink. I have never cleaned the inside of the unit. I lined the bottom and anywhere fat would drip with foil and I just replace the foil. for heaven's sake don't clean the walls or door. that's where all the flavor comes from!
270036
for cooking racks, water bowl and drip tray use a mild dish detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly. For wood chip holder and wood chip loader, clean frequently to remove ash build up, reside and dust. For the interior and exterior of smoker simply wipe down with damp cloth. Do not use a cleaning agent. Make sure to dry thoroughly. Door seal and inside seam that seal attaches to MUST be cleaned after each use to keep seal in proper working condition.
270037
I clean racks with wire brush, and I placed a disposable foil pan on the bottom rack to catch any drippings. I wipe the door seal with a damp cloth after every three or four uses. Great unit, Enjoy!!
270038
The instructions state to never wash it with a detergent. I use 1 part white vinegar and two parts water if the inside needs clean. All the pretty shiny metal comes out for dishwasher cleaning. The seal around the door are cleaned with a wet (water) towel, go around the seal and let it dry, and the window, just use water or the 1/2 white vinegar solution.Water bowl, drip tray they too can be cleaned in the house. We place aluminum foil on the drip tray and water pan for easy clean up.
270039
The instructions state to never wash it with a detergent. I use 1 part white vinegar and two parts water if the inside needs clean. All the pretty shiny metal comes out for dishwasher cleaning. The seal around the door are cleaned with a wet (water) towel, go around the seal and let it dry, and the window, just use water or the 1/2 white vinegar solution. Water bowl, drip tray they too can be cleaned in the house. We place aluminum foil on the drip tray and water pan for easy clean up.
270040
Honestly, my boyfriend uses Clorox wipes and then wipes it down afterward with soap and water... very easy but he has the windowed edition, you may not even need the Clorox wipes... for the inside: he just brings them in the house and has me scrub down the wire racks like you would a grill.... get a girlfriend/wife is my suggestion ;)
777449
When it was new I rinsed it with 50/50 water and vinegar to clean it the first time. I usually just put a little dish soap in it now "just a drop or two" fill it half full of water, shake it really good and rinse a few times.
2251867
Hand washing only is recommended for this unit. I have never really had a problem keeping mine clean.
501451
Point of use is best and install a small inexpensive moisture and dirt trap with an automatic drain in front of the unit. This will help extend the life of the filter.
199393
Your not going to clean this properly, just clean it as best you can with hot water and alcohol, use it for a length of time & replace.
914796
a little warm soapy water and the brush that comes with the unit, just takes a few minutes.....hope this helps!
893986
you need to clean it. Mine did the same thing. Follow the instructions that came with the unit.if you don't have them anymore take the batteries out first, then put the unit in a throw away pan with a little unscented laundry detergent. Let it soak for about an hour and then use an old toothbrush to clean the bottom. Only put enough water in to cover the bottom part of the unit. Rinse it out thoroughly and let air dry. Put the battery back in and you're good to go.
767871
Depends how often you use it. If daily, I'd say once a month would be plenty. I just use warm soapy dish water with a soft brush to clean mine. Rinse off with water and make sure they're completely dry before re-installing and using them in the unit. I've owned several more costly units throughout the years, and this one is the most dependable unit I've owned. It's nothing fancy, no nice wood cabinet etc., but it's a great price and does the job. More than happy with mine... I highly recommend it. I also turned several family members on to this unit.
457181
Just use a damp cloth and if it gets extra dirty, use the hose on it.. It will clean up real nice..
978129
If you have owned this 5 years plus or minus a few months the unit might be going out. There was someone that wrote how to take it apart and clean it. Could be calcium build up. I have an old one that went bad that I need to figure how to do what the guy did in the write up.
866470
It's not difficult to clean or disassemble and reassemble the unit, but YOU NEED TO CLEAN IT OFTEN. Especially if you don't keep up with the charcoal filters (which locks you into a proprietary filtration unit). I clean mine at least every 4-5 days. Full of water, it's heavy, so you might want to put a towel down and use a bucket to dump the water out first. Then take to the sink and take it apart. You can put the ceramic parts in the dishwasher. Make sure to scrub all the parts well.
2153376
Let it cool, then wipe with damp rag. Simple.Here's the manual: http://www.brevilleusa.com/media/mediaappearance/13483/BSG1974XL_IB_A12_LowRes.pdf
846585
When the light comes on it needs to be cleaned. Refer to your instruction included with your unit, it tells you how to clean it.
946678
I run mine 24/7. I just turn it off to clean it, then turn it back on again.
297016
You don't really have to clean it. But if you want to you can mix a little soap and warm water and pour it through the unit. If you use it for other liquidsbesides water just make sure you flush it out with water really good. :)
1818548
That will depend on the environment. Ours has been going continuously for over six months in a relatively clean bedroom and shows no sign of being dirty. I believe the manual says you an vacuum it and extend the life.
560485
Just keep it rinsed. Have never gotten it dirty enough to be a problem. Have only owned it a couple of months. Cheap enough to replace if it gets messed up badly. Matter of fact; I bought it as a replacement for the failing one in the used camper I recently purchased.