Cleaning Flavorizer Bars: How often do you have to clean the Flavorizer Bars?
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I have cleaned mine after every 8-10 grills or so...depends on what I am grilling. They scrape off pretty easy with a stiff metal brush. The drip pan I clean after I clean off the flavorizer bars. I also scrape the bottoms of the cast iron cooking grates as part of my cleaning routine as well.
767870
Owned it for ~ 6 months now, used it several times, no visual signs that they need to be cleaned, and no slowing in performance, so have not cleaned them just yet. So, I suppose it all depends on how frequently it is used. Great unit, still love it, no issues, built to last, highly recommend it to anyone in the market.
1325669
I only use distilled water. There is an element that can be cleaned, so I would assume if you took a paper towel with some rubbing alcohol and cleaned it every few days it would be okay.
678561
I have owned three of these for about 3 years now. I hand wash mine daily but once in a while i put it in the dishwasher but I remove the rubber gasket before I put it in the dishwasher. Repetitive dishwasher washing will eventually start to remove any paint/graphics on the outside. Thorough hand washing is best. The nice thing with the lid is that you can press and pop out the small piece that slides back and forth to cover the sip opening and remove the gasket and thoroughly clean the pieces. If you soak the rubber gasket in a baking soda and water solution you can remove any coffee odor that might remain after washing. hope this helps. I have owned three of these for about 3 years now. I hand wash mine daily but once in a while i put it in the dishwasher but I remove the rubber gasket before I put it in the dishwasher. Repetitive dishwasher washing will eventually start to remove any paint/graphics on the outside. Thorough hand washing is best. The nice thing with the lid is that you can press and pop out the small piece that slides back and forth to cover the sip opening and remove the gasket and thoroughly clean the pieces. If you soak the rubber gasket in a baking soda and water solution you can remove any coffee odor... » Read More I have owned three of these for about 3 years now. I hand wash mine daily but once in a while i put it in the dishwasher but I remove the rubber gasket before I put it in the dishwasher. Repetitive dishwasher washing will eventually start to remove any paint/graphics on the outside. Thorough hand washing is best. The nice thing with the lid is that you can press and pop out the small piece that slides back and forth to cover the sip opening and remove the gasket and thoroughly clean the pieces. If you soak the rubber gasket in a baking soda and water solution you can remove any coffee odor that might remain after washing. hope this helps. « Show Less
569101
Answer here...i take mine apart every week. If I don't take apart the three parts of the motor unit and brush it well, sometimes after cleaning I plug it in and have to play around with it to get the motor to run. Since I scrub the motor each week I find it rare to have that problem. It definitely is easier than cleaning the old Drinkwell with all the right angles!
683489
I had the same problem with a raw bar, but a different brand. Turns out it was mold starting to form. When I called customer service, they advised me to store the bars in the fridge in the future. Again, different brand, but hope I could help!
576111
I would clean it with "Bar Keepers Friend". That works with most discoloration on stainless steel.
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Cleaning the device is quite easy and requires little maintenance. We recommend a light rinsing after each use with clean water to remove salt deposits. Periodic cleaning once or twice a month with a vinegar rinse is recommended to prevent and help remove excessive buildup of mineral deposits. As mentioned by another poster a small application of Vaseline once or twice a year around the silicone O-ring located on the outside bottom of the water tank ensures a good seal and optimum flow rate at all times.
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I pulled my manual out and here are the cleaning directions. After using the device 5-6 times or 2-3 days, clean as follows: 1. Unplug the power cord from the base of the unit and uncover. 2. Pour out any remaining water from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank. 3. Put 1 Tablespoon of citric acid in the water tank, add just under 100 ml of warm water. 4. Leave water for 5 minutes, and then drain the solution from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank. 5. Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid Ultrasonic Vibration plate area, which can be gently cleaned with a cotton bud. Never use other acids, enzymes or detergents, as this may risk poisonous gas to be created or cause malfunction.
1341993
Have not used mine enough to have this problem. If build up includes grease, I.would clean. Otherwise,it's yourCall.
810666
Every 6 months. I have been using this product now for about a year. Use as directed. Once again: it's a sealer, not a restorer.
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P.S. Forgot to mention that I always clean mine with an alcohol wipe before and after I use it, just to be sanitary and I keep it in a case or covered with a terry cloth. ~ Debb
1457211
I can usually use one for 2-3 weeks. I clean it every morning after taking it out and put it in a plastic container. They work great for me
2272955
I usually clean ir about once every week and a half. I usually just rinse out the bottle and then refill as needed, maybe once a week.
1176646
i stopped buying them a while back...i just used without filter and cleaned it out weekly. About a year ago, i bought them on amazon.
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Yes, I like to clean them well first. Clean the outside of the bottom with a long soak in alcohol. Then fill them. You can only do this about 2 times and then get new ones.
23039
I shave 3-4 times a week, and I have been using the included soap for four months at least. Only just last week did I notice the cake starting to get translucent in the middle, so I might have a few more weeks or a month left. I'm not terribly efficient with the soap when I shave either, so it should last you quite a while.