what are the simple to follow directions for cleaning the grates after use? brush or no brush? warm water? what do you do after cooking?
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certainly no water, unless you are prepared to re-season the grates. Also, less abrasion is best for your grates. I recommend scraping off large chunks with a spatula, and smaller residue with the sort of plastic scrubber you use in the sink, or which are sometimes included on the scraping tool in a barbecue kit. Fire cleanses all, so you shouldn't worry too much about getting grates squeaky clean.
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Hmmm. Mine is pretty well seasoned so nothing really sticks even when I overcook. I wonder what would happen if you heated it up again (with good ventilation so your smoke alarm doesn't go off!). Maybe it would burn off like what you'd do with your gas grill. It might even help to brush some cooking oil on the remnants to help them burn/flake off. Otherwise I guess you can try just scraping with something that won't scratch it too much; maybe try wetting the grills a little by placing some wet cloths on them (since you can't actually soak them); then either scrape or see if it will cook off once the burnt stuff is softer. Good luck. I hope I'll be able to see a response that states how you made out. Hmmm. Mine is pretty well seasoned so nothing really sticks even when I overcook. I wonder what would happen if you heated it up again (with good ventilation so your smoke alarm doesn't go off!). Maybe it would burn off like what you'd do with your gas grill. It might even help to brush some cooking oil on the remnants to help them burn/flake off. Otherwise I guess you can try just scraping with something that won't scratch it too much; maybe try wetting the grills a little by placing some wet cloths on them (since you can't actually soak them); then either scrape or see if it will cook off... » Read More Hmmm. Mine is pretty well seasoned so nothing really sticks even when I overcook. I wonder what would happen if you heated it up again (with good ventilation so your smoke alarm doesn't go off!). Maybe it would burn off like what you'd do with your gas grill. It might even help to brush some cooking oil on the remnants to help them burn/flake off. Otherwise I guess you can try just scraping with something that won't scratch it too much; maybe try wetting the grills a little by placing some wet cloths on them (since you can't actually soak them); then either scrape or see if it will cook off once the burnt stuff is softer. Good luck. I hope I'll be able to see a response that states how you made out. « Show Less
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Turn up heat to burn off impurities; then brush with wire brush. When grill is off and cooled, I rub olive oil on the grates. Once every 3-5 uses, i disassemble burner covers, soak them in hot soapy water and the wash them.
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U clean them like a cast iron pan. Use a really (& I mean that) good grill brush to get the crud off. Thatz about it. Az far az the stainless Ive heard that other people have to clean them like stainless panz (soaking, cleanzer, & scrubby padz). Just a matter of preference I guess, but I luv cast iron! My former grill had them- never replaced & now itz goin 2 winter home in AZ. Hope this helps.
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Cleaning it is easy, the trick is to dry it off completely before using it again. What I usually do is, let it cool after heated use, wipe it with a wet cloth , the dirtier the wetter the cloth, i have not put them under running water but i guess it could be done if need be. Once clean, dry it with a cloth, let it dry over a cloth, or take it out under sun light to be sure it is dryed out completely. I usually wrapthem in paper towels to keep them dry before heating them again.
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Dave--the body of the grill is coated and easy to clean. It's recommended to put some water in the bottom for the best cleaning. We fried bacon, eggs, and hashbrowns on it while camping and had no problems--and you know how those spatter! The grate is like a charcoal grill grate. I don't think I'll ever cook directly on the grate, only with pots and pans, just because I don't want the hassle of having to really clean the grill body. Denise and Bob M
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if you have cast iron you won't be able to use this brush and maintain seasoned grates.. this would be used to fully clean the grates in preparation for seasoning.. if you have cast iron I just use a wooden scraper to get the larger pieces off and let the grill burn off the rest.. if they're really dirty you can wipe them off with a damp cloth or even water, followed by paper towel drying them to remove the water.. better if you then can put them back on the warm grill to remove any and all water.. then coat the grates with a thin coating of oil again to prevent rusting..
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The infrared grate does get discolored and needs to be cleaned periodically. I use a regular grill brush and the grill comes with a special shaped tool to get in the valleys of the grate. The grate just lifts out and takes just minutes to clean. Depending on what you cook you may want to do after every use however if your grilled item is lean without sauce you can certainly do it less frequently. The grate turns an even matte black with time regardless of cleaning habits.
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Spray the grates with vegetable oil and fire up the grill.The grates will be fine.This is the best grill I've ever owned. Tonight,I grilled corn,onions,baby back ribs and hamburgers.I love it.
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The racks fit in my dishwasher..I let them sit on the heat until any crumbs or meat left clinging is burnt, then scrub it with a dry wire brush or any heavy bristled work brush. Then I stick it in the dishwasher. I don't do much cleaning between uses in camp, but burning it off and dry brushing it is fine. I often use one of those "flippers" you can buy in grocery stores..works great for most meat cuts and fantastic for salmon or other fish and for hot dogs. That goes in the dishwasher too. As for the heating unit..I just dry brush it..it eventually gets a little rusty, but no food stays on it long. No dishwasher! :) The racks fit in my dishwasher..I let them sit on the heat until any crumbs or meat left clinging is burnt, then scrub it with a dry wire brush or any heavy bristled work brush. Then I stick it in the dishwasher. I don't do much cleaning between uses in camp, but burning it off and dry brushing it is fine. I often use one of those "flippers" you can buy in grocery stores..works great for most meat cuts and fantastic for salmon or other fish and for hot dogs. That goes in the dishwasher too. As for the heating unit..I just dry brush it..it eventually gets a little rusty, but no... » Read More The racks fit in my dishwasher..I let them sit on the heat until any crumbs or meat left clinging is burnt, then scrub it with a dry wire brush or any heavy bristled work brush. Then I stick it in the dishwasher. I don't do much cleaning between uses in camp, but burning it off and dry brushing it is fine. I often use one of those "flippers" you can buy in grocery stores..works great for most meat cuts and fantastic for salmon or other fish and for hot dogs. That goes in the dishwasher too. As for the heating unit..I just dry brush it..it eventually gets a little rusty, but no food stays on it long. No dishwasher! :) « Show Less
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I clean hot grill with a wet rag after each use. Then apply liberal amount of peanut oil. I do not use metal brushes as they seem to promote rusting and leave dangerous bristles behind.
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I have one for over 4 years. Works great. Replaced the brush once. I'm retiring it to our lake cottage and buying another for our main home. Use as instructed. Water in, hot grill, turn water on, scrub. Steams it.
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Clean the grill while it is still hot with water and soap. Rub rub rub and done. It will clean easily.
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I'm about to purchase this, and I'll share the same cleaning method on it as I do my george foreman grill... when done, unplug it, and while still hot, wet a couple of paper towels, loosely wring them out so they won't drip, lay them over the open grill, then close it ... it'll 'steam clean' itself, & when you're done eating, open it back up again & use the paper towels to complete the wipe & clean process before storing.
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I don't cook on them. I heat them on grill next to steak. To clean, scrub with hot water ( no soap) , dry , apply a coating of cooking oil. with paper towel.
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Do NOT wash the grill grates in a dishwasher. The soap/chemicals are too harsh. I do not wash mine at all. I turn the burners up all the way and let the heat cook off most of the oil and grease. After it cools down or before you grill again, use a balled up hunk of aluminum foil and rub the grates clean with that. I also use a brass bristle brush to clean the grates. You could buy a rough surface plastic scrubby to scrub the grates with and then rub some vegetable oil or olive oil on the grates before you cook on them. Don't use harsh chemical cleaners on any part of your grill. Mild soap and water is fine. Do NOT wash the grill grates in a dishwasher. The soap/chemicals are too harsh. I do not wash mine at all. I turn the burners up all the way and let the heat cook off most of the oil and grease. After it cools down or before you grill again, use a balled up hunk of aluminum foil and rub the grates clean with that. I also use a brass bristle brush to clean the grates. You could buy a rough surface plastic scrubby to scrub the grates with and then rub some vegetable oil or olive oil on the grates before you cook on them. Don't use harsh chemical cleaners on any part of your grill. Mild soap... » Read More Do NOT wash the grill grates in a dishwasher. The soap/chemicals are too harsh. I do not wash mine at all. I turn the burners up all the way and let the heat cook off most of the oil and grease. After it cools down or before you grill again, use a balled up hunk of aluminum foil and rub the grates clean with that. I also use a brass bristle brush to clean the grates. You could buy a rough surface plastic scrubby to scrub the grates with and then rub some vegetable oil or olive oil on the grates before you cook on them. Don't use harsh chemical cleaners on any part of your grill. Mild soap and water is fine. « Show Less
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I scrape with a metal brush then rub bacon grease on it with a rag , if you heat up your grill the grease will turn black and form a protective non stick coating for easier cleaning the next time.