box says grill is dishwasher safe, but manual says don't get temperature gauge wet. I assume that means I can put the grill in despite it's plug?
1180047
Yes, you can put the grill in the dishwasher; just make sure the plug and cord are removed. Seems like a no brainer, but some people leave the cord plugged in. Enjoy!
1180048
The temperature gauge can be pulled out and you can wash most of the grill. I would just wipe down the plastic outside framework, but the rest should be okay. I very seldom use a dishwasher. You should have gotten written instructions, too.
716041
I find mine works fine. The grill shouldn't be too sensitive to a little water here and there. I purchased to protect against constant exposure to rain and sun.
333163
The Range is not dishwasher safe as per FAQ on the their website. I have grilled frequently with it, though it cannot be put into direct contact with flame or temperatures over 450 degrees.
1268610
I briefly had that problem. Put it in the dishwasher on high temp, sanitize settings and it'll be good as new.
1021233
I tempered it well on the advice of another purchaser before I ever used it to grill. I clean it when cold usually just before I use it again. Wire brush and some cooking spray keep it non stick and free of rust.
423865
Hi - Here's what I do: I heat the grill up for a minute or so and when it's hot I use soapy water and a wash cloth and wipe it clean. It's really hard to clean when it's cold and very easy to clean when it's warm. Good Luck!!
987239
I believe you can put the grill and drip pan in dish washer but I wash that by hand using soft sponge or wooden tool to remove any sticking particles. Base does not go in dish washer.
1793244
Very easy. It all comes apart and can easily be washed by hand, which is what I do, or put in the dishwasher. The only part that really can't be cleaned is the power head. I turn the grill to the 1" side and place it in the liner pan and put hot water and soap in the liner pan so the grill soaks while we eat. Easy peasy to clean after that!
2170772
It says "caution: do not immerse in water" which i would imagine means no dishwasher. There are little feet on the bottom of the skillet which have come off due to the fact that the bolt they used was too short. I contacted the company and in short they said "too bad." NOT a company I will be dealing with again. Good luck.
537769
My suggestion would be to contact Cuisinart. I would not try it on my grill because I would not want to chance ruining it.
282436
Cast iron and cloning fluids do not go together very well. I use wire brush and maybe hot water and I do not worry about bActerya considering that the temperature when the grill is hot will kill anything still alive
871029
It would be ok to do so, but I've had mine about a year now and don't think it is necessary. The metal plates the grills sit on take care of that. Just keep them clean & you'll be fine.
970951
I haven't tried them in the dishwasher. I usually power wash them once or twice a year. Each time I grille I turn the grill on high for five or ten minutes and burn off residue from the last use and use a wire brush to remove the stuff that gets burned on.
1231016
I have one and although I have not yet put it in the dishwasher (the manual says just rinse and repeat... yeah right, I wish it was that simple), when you think about it all the materials in this are made to handle boiling hot water. So of course it is dishwasher safe. It's not going to melt in there like some thermoplastics will. On a side note, I have found that rinsing it as the manual suggests is not adequate. Oils/grease will build up and, yeah, since you pour boiling water in there you're probably not risking disease, but I don't like to see a waxy looking buildup on the walls of this thing so I find myself wanting to wash it. I have one and although I have not yet put it in the dishwasher (the manual says just rinse and repeat... yeah right, I wish it was that simple), when you think about it all the materials in this are made to handle boiling hot water. So of course it is dishwasher safe. It's not going to melt in there like some thermoplastics will. On a side note, I have found that rinsing it as the manual suggests is not adequate. Oils/grease will build up and, yeah, since you pour boiling water in there you're probably not risking disease, but I don't like to see a waxy looking buildup on the walls of this... » Read More I have one and although I have not yet put it in the dishwasher (the manual says just rinse and repeat... yeah right, I wish it was that simple), when you think about it all the materials in this are made to handle boiling hot water. So of course it is dishwasher safe. It's not going to melt in there like some thermoplastics will. On a side note, I have found that rinsing it as the manual suggests is not adequate. Oils/grease will build up and, yeah, since you pour boiling water in there you're probably not risking disease, but I don't like to see a waxy looking buildup on the walls of this thing so I find myself wanting to wash it. « Show Less
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i wouldn't put a cast iron grill in the dishwasher. If it's bare cast iron, just heat it up on the grill and burn up all the "stuff" then brush off with a wire brush. cast iron "seasons." The baked on stuff actually preserves the grill. now if you have an enamel coated one, it would be safer in the dishwasher. but still pointless to put it in there. just heat it up and cook off the stuff.
579361
I don't allow food to get dry on the grill plates. As soon as I take the food off, I put a wet cloth on the grill while it cools enough to clean. Then I clean with Dawn and the grill brush and just scrub clean. My grill is super easy to clean and the grill plates also can go in the dishwasher, so I've had no problems at all.
540268
teflon is not safe to eat and it should not be coming off of your grill. if it is coming off of your grill when you clean it, then you are cleaning it wrong. you have to use a super soft brush and soap and water to clean your grill. don't use anything besides a soft brush. the easiest way to clean your grill is to unplug it after cooking, wait a few minutes until it cools, then rub it down with soap and water. make sure the oil and juices don't go down any drains or they will clog your drains over time. you will eventually have to pay thousands to a plumber to fix it when it clogs completely. i clean mine outside with soap, water, and a super soft brush everytime i use it. enjoy! teflon is not safe to eat and it should not be coming off of your grill. if it is coming off of your grill when you clean it, then you are cleaning it wrong. you have to use a super soft brush and soap and water to clean your grill. don't use anything besides a soft brush. the easiest way to clean your grill is to unplug it after cooking, wait a few minutes until it cools, then rub it down with soap and water. make sure the oil and juices don't go down any drains or they will clog your drains over time. you will eventually have to pay thousands to a plumber to fix it when it clogs... » Read More teflon is not safe to eat and it should not be coming off of your grill. if it is coming off of your grill when you clean it, then you are cleaning it wrong. you have to use a super soft brush and soap and water to clean your grill. don't use anything besides a soft brush. the easiest way to clean your grill is to unplug it after cooking, wait a few minutes until it cools, then rub it down with soap and water. make sure the oil and juices don't go down any drains or they will clog your drains over time. you will eventually have to pay thousands to a plumber to fix it when it clogs completely. i clean mine outside with soap, water, and a super soft brush everytime i use it. enjoy! « Show Less