Best way to Clean.I just bought one, and followed the instructions for intial cleaning & oiling, & after first use, the thing is black and wont clean.
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The black is nothing to to worry about, and in fact it means it's seasoned. As long as it's "flat" and there are no food particles stuck to it, you're good. Makes the burgers and everything taste better.
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It is stainless steel. Steel wool will work, or a stiff grill brush.I get mine hot/warm and it comes clean fast
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Try Bar Keepers Friend. You can find it in just about any supermarket. It makes my stainless steel pans shine like new when they're discolored.
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Collette, wash it out and dry it well................fill it almost to the top and bake it in the oven at 325 for a hour or so. let it cool and throw the oil away. Wipe it dry and it should be good to go.
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hmmm...I might think about returning it. There was no oil or smell of oil on ours. Makes me think something got spilled on it in the factory or something. Good luck.
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We bought one and ended up taking it back to Costco. Costco refunded our money. I believe Costco stopped stocking these units. The problem is the cleaning element is impossible to clean. We tried everything in the instructions. Soaking the element, etc. Called Oreck and got a run around. Their comment was "you are not cleaning the element properly. I asked for a replacement element/rod or whatever they call it. They do not stand behind their products, regardless of what their commercials claim. I believe the company filed for bankruptcy protection. I am not surprised.
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I ran it in reverse. Otherwise my husband took it apart and it worked for a little while. Then I bought this new one. I see there should be oil on a piece of paper every once in a while. I just learned that. I found a nice on the internet after I bought this one for about the same price and does the same thing at either Walmart or Meijer.
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I treated mine 3 times before I ever used it. Then after use, wipe it off and put on another light coat of oil.
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Great Question :) So you just follow the instructions in the manual on how to clean it with water and it also comes with a cleaning brush to clean it with. Let me know if it has any other questions :) Thanks Dustin GreatVacs (Seller)
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No not at all,, because u clean it with warm wet towel softly....clean at least 7 times until oil is gone..but don't do over...u will find out once u do it...hope it helps u..
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Found a manual on the internet that tells how to clean. Can't find a way to send you the attachment. If you type in mini classic operating manual you should see the link to the PDF
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I haven't had a problem with cleaning it. I rinse it right after I use it. Try letting it sit in hot water and then spin it
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A bristle brush and hot water does the trick for me. I use mild detergent and haven't seen anything go wrong yet. Although my mom said it's better to use lemon juice to clean the grease instead, but then again she is a little more old school than me.
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I would use a nylon spatula and sponge with a little soap and gently rub it out. Clean it after each use carefully as mentioned after turning it off for about ten mins.
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I had the same problem earlier on, so I contacted the manufacturer and thought that i would be returning this. I got a prompt response. Basically it happens when oil builds up on the bottom (too much oil used or some of my oil seem to cause a problem more than others). They just told me to clean it well and dry overnight, which I did and it worked like a charm. Now I just rinse it with hot water before use and once a while put a tiny drop of Dawn in it and clean/dry with q-tip. I've had it for several months now and hadn't had any problems. It's in my kiddos' room and we use it nightly, they won't go to sleep without it. I do use it in the living room here and there too, as needed. Hope this helps :) I had the same problem earlier on, so I contacted the manufacturer and thought that i would be returning this. I got a prompt response. Basically it happens when oil builds up on the bottom (too much oil used or some of my oil seem to cause a problem more than others). They just told me to clean it well and dry overnight, which I did and it worked like a charm. Now I just rinse it with hot water before use and once a while put a tiny drop of Dawn in it and clean/dry with q-tip. I've had it for several months now and hadn't had any problems. It's in my kiddos' room and we use it nightly,... » Read More I had the same problem earlier on, so I contacted the manufacturer and thought that i would be returning this. I got a prompt response. Basically it happens when oil builds up on the bottom (too much oil used or some of my oil seem to cause a problem more than others). They just told me to clean it well and dry overnight, which I did and it worked like a charm. Now I just rinse it with hot water before use and once a while put a tiny drop of Dawn in it and clean/dry with q-tip. I've had it for several months now and hadn't had any problems. It's in my kiddos' room and we use it nightly, they won't go to sleep without it. I do use it in the living room here and there too, as needed. Hope this helps :) « Show Less
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Yes!! After about a year of use. I've tried scrubbing it clean, but it still has black discoloration. Any ideas about how to resolve this?
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Did you use just oil or have oil & spices? I've been using mine for months with no problem. I have to pump it pretty much every time I use it. Sorry yours doesn't work. I'd send it back.
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My oiler worked perfectly out of the box, but last time I used it, I don't think the oiler was working well. I didn't have much to saw and made a note to try to clean out the holes, etc for the oiler when I had time. I figured it was just clogged...
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I've looked online and found nothing yet. Perhaps someone (even I) will find the pamphlet that comes with it and put it online somewhere. Maybe a specific question about operation or cleaning could be answered for you.