how do you clean the machine? are the parts dishwasher safe? how do you keep microbrial growth down?
833003
I just take the water reservoir and wash it with hot soapy water and rinse it. Never had an issue with the machine being dirty.
833004
The water is filtered, the coffee pods are self contained and disposable. The machine itself comes with a disc for the clean cycle which cleans and sanitizes with hot water and steam. You can wipe down the outside of the machine however you clean your other appliances- I use Lysol wipes
833005
You can clean the container that holds the water. I usually clean it in the sink with dawn detergent and thoroughly rinse it out. The machine comes with a disc that helps to clean the insides. The rest of the machine can be wiped off with a damp cloth. I also find that I have to clean the sensor (the part that reads the UPC code on the discs) occasionally. Hope this helps.
906835
It is relatively easy to clean. I use the brush to brush away the hairs, then I hold the heads under running water. You can NOT place the unit under water. I then run the razor upside down over the sink and let the remains run out. Then I wipe it dry. It is important to clean after each use or the machine will catch and pull. I know!
1092671
I've not had an issue with cleaning it. Periodically I put it in the dishwasher on the top rack. I'm lucky enough to have one of those adjustable top racks.
1605665
It's rubberized so I use warm water (add soap if needed) and paper towels or a rag. It's very simple to clean. You could even mop it I suppose but I have not tried that.
2078450
I usually just rinse the motor and filter with warm water, every other piece can go right into the dishwasher!
1324581
I don't know if it's "okay", but mine does the same thing. I am thinking that maybe if I clean it (the whole unit) with laundry soap, scrub brush, & maybe soak some of the parts that might make things run a little smoother. Just a thought.
1169132
VERY Easy to clean. It's dishwasher safe! Cleaning by hand might be a problem. You would have to soak it for a while. Washer is the best and simplest way.
797336
I don't use a mechanical dishwasher,( just a husband for washing dishes). But it should be dishwasher safe. I always rinse the top of the chopper thoroughly and make sure water gets into the gears and rotate it so no food or food juices gets stuck and dried to gum up the gears. Then drain well. BTW, the faster you grind, the finer things get chopped.
118287
The manual for cleaning is more complicated then it needs to be. I have found by just running warm water over the disconnected top and brushing the lower unit it has remained clean and sharp for the next use.
257557
A little bit of dishwashing liquid mixed with warm water works well. One of our cleaners used scrubbing bubbles and it ruined the surface of the one we had.
1669509
Sorry, I am still using it and have't had to clean it yet!I hope you would be able to reuse it, Good luck with it!
1695035
Try to clean shortly after use to avoid problems. When necessary I use a bit of dishwashibg liquid and sponge and hot water. No problems so far. Hope this helps.
312424
I wipe it down daily with a paper towel and rinse it thoroughly. Once a week I use a vinegar and water mix and let it sit for 20 minutes per the instructions. Some places are very hard to clean. I'm looking into getting another one for that reason.
643229
It's easy. Just put the parts in the dishwasher. By chance if you don't have a dishwasher, I think it would be easy to clean. When I have rinsed the inside parts and nothing sticks.
1236817
I found it pretty easy to clean. If I grated cheese I just let the parts soak in soapy dishwater for a bit. Then I spray it with water from the hose from the sink. Haven't had any problems.
1327365
Cleaning is so simple. Just wash in warm water with dish soap and a soft cloth - or put in your dishwasher. The motor should not be put in the dishwasher, but can be washed in warm water with dish soap and a cloth, or paper towel or small brush. I've never needed a brush on mine. The small soft silicone cover on the post I just hand wash the same as the motor. The filters are disposable and do not need washing. Rinse all hand washed items very well to remove all traces of soap.
862790
Actually, the unit is easily cleaned. I can insert three fingers into it with no problem. I use a dish cloth or a bottle washer to clean mine. I hope this helps.