Is the inside able to be cleaned due to the constant flow of water and it will grow mold and become unsanitary??
830414
The only place you do not have access to is the water tube that moves the water from the storage tank to the ice maker itself. Everything else you can easily clean. When not using it, I recommend drainin the water and leave the lid open for a couple days to dry it all out.
1578798
Too new to know yet. So far not that difficult to clean but will see after time if it retains mold building moisture. Hope this helps.
973710
I have never seen mold. As previous people have said there really isn't an inside that water can get in to. The ducky also pops off (its how to change the batteries) so you can clean it if you had to. Also, you need to dry it off after using (otherwise it won't turn off and the batteries will die eventually), so mold shouldn't grow anywhere.
328558
I had a problem with mold in mine only once. I believe if the water gets too low, below the lip of the butter cup, then the air gets into the butter and mold begins to grow. Unfortunately, I tried to clean mine with vinegar. Do NOT do this. I am now ordering a second one, as the inside was etched quite badly from the vinegar.I think the answers above are correct that it's a matter of changing the water out, however I also think it's not so much from the water itself, but from the level getting lower, especially in hot weather.
1316550
I believe it does, but I soak it in water for a bit after each use. Had no problems. If you are one of those people who use it, then let it sit and grow mold for a month or two without cleaning it, then I would probably worry about it coming apart. Otherwise, it's a non-issue.
988446
I never experienced mold on any of the parts nor rust. As I recall the juicer is dishwasher safe so you really should not be getting mold.
671515
The water doesn't "go" anywhere it needs to be changed periodically to prevent the water from growing mold or bacteria.
1432028
Mine hasn't gotten moldy yet and it's used constantly. Daughter is 5 months old. I've hand washed it a few times. I love it!!
239406
It is dishwasher safe, so put it on the top rack and it comes clean. And if you rinse it after each use, mold should not grow.
999290
I would use warm water or maybe some Woolite to clean the inside. That would be gentle enough. If you are referring to the outside, warm soapy water with a soft cloth should be ok
1372755
I would say "NO". My cleaning lady put in the dishwasher once and the main container was heavy with water somewhere between the outside colored part and the inside pot. The water went away pretty fast on its own but now I never put in dishwasher and never had problem again. I still want to purchase another one as I love mine so much. This is probably the only negative I have been able to find. Thanks.
777639
i don't clean the inside. I just leave it in the window. it still works after three years. if you were supposed to clean the Styrofoam there would be a way to get to it.
1747676
you don't want to rinse it out inside, use a pail or something, I cleaned up outside, it takes alot of water to clean properly. It needs to be disassembled and cleaned properly before putting away
193529
I would have to say yes. If the heat is not running every time the unit is running I "could" allow for mold growth. Never run it with the air conditioner.
1451817
I have not washed mine yet. I live in Portland, OR and its pretty wet here...still no mold or mildew.
345388
No, of course not. It is an excellent pot and frequent use prevents any sediment buildup. Also, use a flashlight to see inside.
1637930
Yes, it does the same without the mold and difficult cleaning. I put mine in the dishwasher. No moving parts.