Are all of the parts, including the tubing, able to be steam cleaned and/or boiled?
1291978
According to their instructions, everything can be steam cleaned/boiled except tubing. But you need to wash tubing regularly. You can use your pump to dry the tubes. Just plug the tube on the pump and leave the other end unconnected. Once I tried to steam my Medela tubes, but it melted. So, I guess tubing should not be steamed. Hope this helps.
1291979
I believe so. I use Avent steam sterilizer with all the parts except the tubes as the tubes seem to hold up well without any milk went in it, so I haven't sterilized it. I remember cleaning my first pair of tubes and it takes at least a week to dry even hanging it straight up and down.
771571
We put most parts into the dishwasher. Only the heater element needs hand cleaning
1012526
The thermometer and valve are not welded but the fittings work well. I did however, wrap the fittings with a common teflon tape that is used in plumbing. The only thing I would say about this kettle that I will eventually do and would do differently if done over again is buy the false bottom. It'll save you the char taste you're looking to avoid.
300685
Yes you can, easily. Rinse it out, take care not to submerge the machine of course. Just a bit of water, swish it around and pour it out. Then wipe out with dry cloth. There will be some hard water deposits on the heating core/part, not sure of the technical term, but vinegar and water will remove this. This machine is very easy to clean as well as use. Hope this helps.
725110
There are several ways to clean. You can run vinegar and hot water through it. There is also a cleaner liquid that they sell at Party City or on line. If it is clogged up and dried in, you may have to remove the tubing from inside and soak it in hot water. I have never done that though. Always make sure to clean it with hot water with or without vinegar after each use. Then get all liquid out of it and let it dry before storing.
1087367
Yes, just soap and water. Let hot water run freely through the lid and it will be clean.
345389
No, because it's to be used for boiling water. There is no need to clean or inspect.
677984
The heat is enough to burn away any grease or drippings. I have never had to clean the heater element though I only use it to cook fish.
342527
It sounds like your boiler (reservoir) may be rusted. I am not sure how you would clean the reservoir. I would contact the company, if possible. I am surprised that this happened unless the iron is quite old and hadn't been used for quite a while. Good luck
999358
I have not tried to steam yet, but I would think draining the kitchen kettle and washing it out with hot water and Dawn dishwashing liquid would work as expected. I would not think there would be much difficultly. - Good Luck
488798
The heating coils are outside the stainless steel tank, so no matter. The condenser coils are (I believe) also stainless steel clad with aluminum cooling fins.
644795
Sorry, I don't know. I see no working parts that would be damaged by doing so. The stainless steel front could be spotted I suppose by doing so. I just rinse mine out from day to day, then periodically give the insides of the 'tank' a good scrub with Bar Keeper's Friend. Hope this helps.
1210317
The best technique to clean it is to use half and half mixture of vinegar and water. Set it high and then keep 'puffing' the steam out until all the mineral deposits vent out of the holes.
690885
I have found the best way is to wash with dishwashing liquid, being careful to clean between all the little holes and spaces, then I place it in my steaming sterilizer for 15-20 mins. You can also pour hot water on the parts after washing and allow to soak for 15-20 mins. Be sure to put them out to dry before using it again since moisture could get sucked into the pump if the head is wet. Hope this helps.
504601
Yes. All parts are heavy stainless steel. Had this unit for 2 years with no problems.
1618210
yes..all the heads are metal..this is the good steamer..not the crummy plastic head type..mine works great..i been using steamers at my retail job..hundreds of hours a month for over 6 years..i know good steamers..and wouldnt consider buying anything less than the best..
1649252
I dont think so. The only issue I see is that it's a bit tall. So dont keep it underneath anything. That way the steam is free to clear out from the top when it's boiling mode.