Is it easy to empty the used charcoal ashes from this grill?
1014876
I use aluminum pans. A small Weber pan for charcoal,(with marble size holes) and a larger one under the food. I usually cook indirect. I use this grill on the road while RVing. Hope this helps.
1014877
The best way to handle this is to line the bottom with aluminum foil. Take care to not cover the vents in the side. I can usually do four to five cooks before emptying the ashes. If you are careful lifting the foil you will get 95% of the ashes and can just brush the rest out or dump.
1014878
Yes. The grill uses only a small amount of charcoal and most just burns down to ashes. You can also put a sheet of aluminium foil on the bottom of the grill and fold up the ashes once cool. I have not found this to be a problem. I think it is a great product.
1014879
Everything about this grill makes it exceptionally easy to use. It is lightweight, easily transported, has a good sized grilling surface and is a breeze to clean up. It is so lightweight you'll have no problem removing the grill and dumping out the ash.
1014880
It's a light and portable grill so really no more difficult to empty the ashes than it would be to empty trash out of a wastebasket.
1014881
Yes it is very easy to empty out the ashes. Since it cools very quickly, I use a cleaning wipe to remove the stuck-on ashes on the bottom.
1014882
Ash simply accumulates at the bottom of the grill. When cool, it is removed by inverting the entire grill. Some light brushing may be required. I empty mine (when I'm sure no embers remain) by placing it inside a large plastic trash bag, turn it upside down, and remove the grill. Fairly effective at keeping ash dust from blowing around.
1014883
It's pretty easy. I take my grill grate off and dump the whole thing upside down. But, if I want to get it more clean than that, I would have to pull the leg pegs out of the sides and slide the charcoal grate out. Then you can wipe down the inside. Still not very difficult.
1457927
If you follow the instructions in the manual, and use thermal cleaning to bake off the residue on the grill, it's easy after that to clean with a wire grill brush. Make sure all the holes in the grate are clear of residue. Every second or third cookout, I will remove the grate and clean out the grill bowl with a damp cloth or soap/water mix. Some burnt residue from cooking will fall through the holes onto the grill bowl. It's easy to clean, damp rag or soap/water mix with rag.
2120715
No, the grills don't come out (i really haven't tried to take them off either- with my luck, I'll brake it). But they clean real easy with a wet paper towel. Never had to scrub them, I just wipe them and that's it. Clean.
2219442
Absolutely. As soon as you are finished, shut the vents and the grill will be cold in 30 min. Reuse unburned coals easily.
1528148
Yes. The plate it is simple to remove; just lift it out and dump the ashes.
887896
We've had the grill on a wooden deck since Christmas, and have used the charcoal side numerous times, with no problems. I have not noticed any goals or ashes escaping from the grill. I am comfortable with having it on my deck.
563853
the heating element is underneath the top grill. Cleanup is pretty easy. Use sponges only due to the nonstick surface. Also remember to clean the drip Tray on the side. I forgot to clean it one time but I was reminded a week later by a horrible smell.
76113
Extremely easy to remove ashes. There is a removable lower section. You simply unlatch to catches and slide the entire bottom (ash hopper and lower vent) and dump. The good news is that the hardwood charcoal generates very little ash. To replace there is a guide and you close the two latches. I did experience water in the ash pan (there is an interior metal sleeve around the ashes) that separates it from the shield. I read on reviews this was a problem with someone else. I simply drilled a 1/4" hole and problem solved. I keep my Akorn closed and under cover at all times when not in use, but the moisture comes from condensate since the unit is closed and the moisture is trapped in the enclosure. I am not sure why Char-Griller does not have a drain on the ash pan with a valve. My son has a Big Green Egg and ash removal is a chore since you have to scrap the ash out and there is no easy way to clean.
1283330
Very easy. Just make sure you pre-treat the grill inside and out with the Cooking spray. I use oven cleaner on the grates and then coat them with a cooking spray before each use.
321952
Yes this the way I used it, but you will need to purchase the charcoal filters to cut down on smoke & cooking smells!
1758638
I have not personally replaced the charcoal but have heard it is fairly easy to do. So to answer your question, yes..
1956930
I use " Lump Charcoal " It is wonderful and can be purchased at any hardware store. Also when you are done cooking just shut the grill lid and the vents and the fire will go out saving any unburned charcoal.
1558684
You can, but it is more labor intensive. It takes my husband about 4 minutes to clean his grill. It is about 4 years old and the grates look as good today as they did when he got them, actually better as they are now seasoned. he is adament about keeping a spotoless grill and I don't want him spending the kind of time that he used to keeping it that way. I love that he is done quickly and joining the family again.
573564
The grills are not removable but all that is really required for cleaning is to wipe down with a paper towel or use something like the OXO panini brush on it. With cast iron it's best to clean it after it cools down which can take a while. Think of this cool down time like boiling water for 20 minutes to make it safe to drink anything inside of the grill has been killed off. The wipe down removes anything that could cause a problem while it is cool and the next time you pre-heat it you have made it 100% food safe or at least as safe as a pan cleaned with soap and water would be.
1094303
Very easy! I soak it in a bin with detergent, rub it together, and it's clean. Much easier than cleaning an aluminum sheet or George Foreman grill.
1391371
Karen: Clean up is fairly simple. You have to take out the drip pan, which does require uncscrewing the heating element. It is really no big deal. We love the grill, it is sturdy and grills well. Let me know if you have any other questions. Jim Batastini
2202056
I believe so. I've been taking it off -- there's a filter paper package underneath that seems to keep the charcoal in just fine. I haven't had any problems.