How hot does the exterior get? How difficult is it to clean?
1795569
it gets really hot especially in summer. You can clean it when it cold with soap and water but the cover makes it difficult. You would need a small brush
970768
As said by others, the oil basin isn't removable. I would deem it as a moderate hassle to clean, you cant just throw it under the water (I wished it was this easy!!) and as Gerald said, you have to wipe it clean with some soapy water until all residue is out. I would like to point out that the outside of the fryer is metallic and gets extremly hot when frying. You have to be very careful when opening/closing the lid when you operate it to not get burnt!
167940
It's not hard but rather annoying. If left without cleaning a couple of days (about 2-3) it starts to look dirty (lime spots). More than that and it looks pretty dirty. The set is actually very very nice and modern looking and I've got several compliments on it (off course I need to super clean it when guests are over).
632734
Honestly, my case is red and I have never had a real need to clean it. It's a hard case with a smooth exterior and a fibrous-like interior and there is stitching all the way around. The outside you should be able to wipe down lightly but I couldn't tell you how many times you could do that without hurting the exterior coating. The inside would be harder to clean but I think it's safe to say that a wipe down is all you can attempt with that too.
482179
It's not hard at all to clean. I clean mine every time after I cook. I use a glass cleaner and paper towels. The same as you would clean your mirror. It's spotless. I clean the stainless weekly with with a stainless steel spray on cleaner, the same one that I use on my fridge, dishwasher, and microwave. It's not at all hard
1710321
The exterior gets warm, but not real hot because the hot oil is in a separate pan inside. The handle is fine. The lid does not lock and the oil pan isn't non-stick but I have had no problem in that reguard. Over all it's done well. It is used about 4-5 times per month.
2010051
The exterior is stainless steel so it's an easy clean-up. I always take it off my stove if I'm going to cook anything that might spatter but if it gets greasy, just spray on some Windex or other kitchen cleaner(Lysol spray on) on the exterior and then dry with a clean paper towel or dish towel. Mine always shines and looks brand new and I've had it for at least a couple of years. A clean dish cloth with a tiny amount of Dawn dishwashing liquid is also a wonderful idea to remove the grease.
711332
The black crock lifts out for cleaning so that will be hot, but not sure about the outside. Sorry.
152477
Yes, it is easy to clean. Just use a towel with soap and water and wipe it down.
1391371
Karen: Clean up is fairly simple. You have to take out the drip pan, which does require uncscrewing the heating element. It is really no big deal. We love the grill, it is sturdy and grills well. Let me know if you have any other questions. Jim Batastini
711577
Fairly Easy. The inside pad that covers the heating element completely comes off and can be put in the washing machine. The outside can easily be sponged clean.
100667
It's very easy to clean. I clean it with soap and water. The clear top part seems to get dirty easy. It's no problem to clean, and I just let it air dry.
1178405
It's not too difficult. I just used a spatula. It's a little difficult to clean though.
1049663
Cleaning isn't hard. It's breeze,but I don't think it keeps coffee hot as long as they say. It looks just like one that is more expensive. I'll bet the more costly one is made better,maybe vacuum walls or something.
896350
yes it does get hot, but once turned off it will cool down fairly quick. The thermostat on these units may have some variance so you'll want to play with the settings to get it just the way you like it. I've even left mine in foor an additional cycle (it beeps when its supposedly done), just to get the crispness I wanted. Also, don't oil the plates 'til it gets up to temp, (it beeps), otherwise the oil from the top plate drips to the bottom plate and you mave have a little sticking from the top plate.
866468
I haven't cleaned it yet, but I can't imagine it would be difficult. I've had it for a month and it still looks quite pristine.
2027362
It gets pretty warm on the outside. But, if you need to move it, use the handles - that's what they're for and they don't get hot.