How do you open the front to be able to clean inside of it? Also, how to effectively clean it?
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I got two of these units to replace the existing Model #1275's that I had for 10 years. I never cleaned the inside and wouldn't recommend doing it because of the sensitive electronics inside. I would vacuum the outside. The units should not be painted. The only time the cover needs to be removed is to replace the 9 V. battery every 1-2 years. Removal instructions are imprinted on the cover. The cover twists off so the battery can be replaced and is held by a wiring harness and connector. The connector does not have to be removed from the cover to change the battery. I hope this is helpful. Regards, Bob P. I got two of these units to replace the existing Model #1275's that I had for 10 years. I never cleaned the inside and wouldn't recommend doing it because of the sensitive electronics inside. I would vacuum the outside. The units should not be painted. The only time the cover needs to be removed is to replace the 9 V. battery every 1-2 years. Removal instructions are imprinted on the cover. The cover twists off so the battery can be replaced and is held by a wiring harness and connector. The connector does not have to be removed from the cover to change the battery. I hope this is helpful.... » Read More I got two of these units to replace the existing Model #1275's that I had for 10 years. I never cleaned the inside and wouldn't recommend doing it because of the sensitive electronics inside. I would vacuum the outside. The units should not be painted. The only time the cover needs to be removed is to replace the 9 V. battery every 1-2 years. Removal instructions are imprinted on the cover. The cover twists off so the battery can be replaced and is held by a wiring harness and connector. The connector does not have to be removed from the cover to change the battery. I hope this is helpful. Regards, Bob P. « Show Less
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As far as i know you can't open it - so i use an air compressor or a can of the air bomb that they use for computers !!! Hope this helps you !!
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I got two of these units to replace the existing Model #1275's that I had for 10 years. I never cleaned the inside and wouldn't recommend doing it because of the sensitive electronics inside. I would vacuum the outside. The units should not be painted. The only time the cover needs to be removed is to replace the 9 V. battery every 1-2 years. Removal instructions are imprinted on the cover. The cover twists off so the battery can be replaced and is held by a wiring harness and connector. The connector does not have to be removed from the cover to change the battery. I hope this is helpful. Regards, Bob P.
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Hello. I experienced the same thing. I used a pipe cleaner wire to gently clean the groves/openings and ran hot water over it weekly. Mine just gave out after about a year. I could not find a way to open up the unit to clean the inside. I am not sure if I would purchase another one. Hope this helps. Take care.
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I find it is very easy. I just run my vacuum hose over it or use a duster. I think you can even take the front or back grille off to clean more thoroughly.
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How difficult is this to clean? How do you clean around all the screws and hinges.
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The best method to clean is a damp micro-fiber cloth. If you use windex, use it from the can as it contains a bit of oil.
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Actually, I have devised ways to clean it without actually taking it apart, although I did once. On anlarge table I unhooked the clasps and carefully lifted the cage part off the base just high enough to clean and set it down adjacent to the base. It's very heavy (for me) and cumbersome so I don't clean it that way. I always cover the wire bottom grid with newspapers. These can easily be changed weekly or more often if you wish. Then I use a long vacuum wand to get under the grid which I lift at 1 end through the low seed cup doors.
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Wipe the inside with a cleaner. Turn roaster and it cleans itself. Take side cover off and vacuum the dust and coffee particles.
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That's a good question...I've never cleaned the inside. The lid is large enough that unless your hand is really large, you should be able to maneuver a cloth inside and use a standard dish soap if you needed to clean it. I suppose if you had a lot of buildup because of water quality, you could just soak with vinegar, then rinse, rinse, rinse. Or use any other calcium or lime cleaner made for metal. Hope this helps...
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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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You take off the clear top part and in the bottom of it, there's a screw. Unscrew it and you can refill it and clean it. P.s it worked for me for about 2 months and then stopped working and I took very good care of it. And it's for a very small space.
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There is a little canister in the front that the dirt and debris is swept into. It looks small, but in our house the canister has been large enough. To open it, press the button the bottom of the canister to release it, then dump it out.
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never had that problem. their customer service is good, though, so I'd give them a call. i have cleaned the inside with a bottle brush - it works well.
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I only clean the unit after the winter weather is over. Just pull the front cover off, blow it out or use a duster. Their really isn't much to clean........
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You can open it up and clean it! I have done several. The contacts get dirty and you can wipe them off with a Qtip and alcohol. Go light on the alcohol.
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Hilary, It isn't obvious. As others have said, step down on the black lever in back and then lift the handle and dust container out of the base. On mine I turn it over and pull back on a gray tab that allows a door into the dust container to open. You may be surprised at how much "dust" is in there. Bill
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If it looks like the picture at the left, the silver part on the top slides out toward the front and the parts you need to clean out are inside there. You can wash the screen and the collector cell but the carbon filter at the back needs to be vacuumed out. Hope this helps!
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No. The only way to clean the inside is to remove the screen on top and use something narrow to get down to the bottom.