Best way to Clean.I just bought one, and followed the instructions for intial cleaning &amp; oiling, &amp; after first use, the thing is black and wont clean.
1106446
It is stainless steel. Steel wool will work, or a stiff grill brush. I get mine hot/warm and it comes clean fast
989131
It cleans ok. I sprayed with veg oil first. that helped. ring around the middle at the top of the liquid was a little harder to clean. wish I had ordered it with the non stick liner. still may do that yet. if you have the option, order with the non stick insert.
183553
I haven't found a way too clean it. Yet. I'm going to try cleanWith hot water and let it dry.
93130
I think you just burn it off. I know you don't put it in the dishwasher. We oil is before every use.
873123
Yes mine is now blackish. I don't know if I'm not adding enough oil to it or what but food does stick :(
2130425
I empty the oil, by ladle. Then use a paper towel and wipe the remaining oil out. If there is anything left on the sides I have used a ssponge that has a scouring pad on the other side. Dawn soap in this house get the oil residue out. Let the unit DRY completely before use. A day should do it.
573565
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.
1766591
I love mine. And I don't soak it when I use it. I just wipe it with a damp s=ponge and dry right away and treat it with food quality oil. Good luck and m=erry Christmas=20
999153
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.
520247
The way I clean this Essential is with a little bit of alcohol on a cotton swab to get to the bottom and a cotton swab around the sides. I have got to say this is the hardest mister to clean. And I do it 1 time week. Iwash out the cup with soap to get oil scum out also.I am not sure if I am doing it right , but that is how I am cleaning the deTerra .
669536
Hi Gene - this was backordered, and I got mine today. There was no damage at all due to shipping. I followed the "first time" instructions (add oil, install air filter, run unloaded i.e. with air tank valve open for 20 minutes) - that all went fine. It is working perfectly so far. Boy - its really strong and well built too. The manual is kind of crappy though - but its not rocket science. Rob
321975
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
411925
Sorry I can't help you. I've only used mine a couple of times and have had no problem cleaning it. Did you grease and/or flour the pan first?
188968
You definitely need to oil it well before use! I let the oil sink in on all sides overnight before wiping and use.
933744
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...
173991
I haven't cleaned one yet but when I do I will put a small amount of dishsoap and enough water and then shake it. The other option would be to clean it like you would a coffee pot with ice, lemon juice or vinegar.
66775
After removing any hair in the bristles, I soaked in a bowl of warm water mixed with a little dish soap (dish soap does an excellent job breaking down oil). I didn't time how long I let it sit but it was probably only 5-10 mins. Then I rinsed it in hot water and let it air dry. I now just rinse it in hot water after I use it and I'm sure I won't have to soak it again. I love how easy it is to keep it clean.