Does the plastic ever touch the metal grating drum? I found that they end up grating plastic into the food.
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I had never thought of the grating drum grating the plastic pusher until you asked the question. So with nothing in the hopper and the pusher completely closed, the grating drum on mine rotates freely without grating any plastic.
437617
In my experience of making food weekly for my daughter for 6 months straight, I didn't experience either of the above mentioned issues. I was always sure not to overfill the container during steaming (which I would guess would contribute to melting) and I always washed it promptly and allowed the unit to dry while washing the pieces (which may have helped ward off molding). However, I have no experience with the other product mentioned. I just know I'm very happy with my cuisinartbaby!! :)
68819
Yes, it has contact with plastic. The window showing the amount of water in the kettle is plastic.
1101645
Wow, I hadn't thought of that. I nuke it on a regular basis. It's held up well as far as shape but I guess the question is does it leech any plastic chemicals? UPDATE: While cleaning it, read on the inside that it's microwave safe.
103800
I have this problem but I'm afraid I haven't used the grater as of yet. As far as the other pieces go I have had no issues with it moving while in use.
813427
Yes, the lid is plastic, if the thermo is not up right the food can make contact.
879817
I have not experienced this myself with my trays. Must be something else other than the chip tray itself. Maybe you have It sitting on a metal plate or something?
7730
I'm afraid I don't know because I'm so inexperienced with graters. My own experience grating carrots with this was so bad that I never used it again, but I was told later by someone that I used it wrong. It did grate the carrot but what I got was like mash that stuck to the outer sides of the grater and I couldn't get it off. Later someone told me that the grated stuff is supposed to fall off on the inside.
158494
Never experienced that. I didn't even do the recommended vinegar "wash" pretreatment. Not sure how plastic taste can be an issue since cooking is done mostly in covered pots. I have baked cookies (2nd time used) and they were fine.
298211
I have used these in the microwave once or twice without damage to the product, however I don't endorse any plastic in the microwave as it can release chemicals into the food. I typically heat up the food in a glass, metal, or ceramic container first, then move it over to the munchkin product.
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None of the parts that have plastic on them are metal (this is not like the mixing attachments if that's what you mean). There are plastic pieces (in the picture, everything white), but there are also metal parts which appear to be stainless steel. I used mine a couple of weeks ago to make applesauce from 160 lbs of apples and everything held up fabulously, and cleaned up easily.
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My set has worked well, but the non-stick has started to retain some food bits at times. Using a mild vinegar soak for 10-15 min., seems to release the residue (it's still much easier to clean, than the stainless steel sets). My problem: When simmering/boiling with the glass covers on, fluid becomes trapped between the rubber gasket and metal rim. Over time, I'm noticing buildup and/or a bit of rusting(?) where the lid glass meets the metal, which is near impossible to clean ( I would've preferred a totally metal lid, to this design). Otherwise, I'm a fan of the ceramic coating, on the pans. My set has worked well, but the non-stick has started to retain some food bits at times. Using a mild vinegar soak for 10-15 min., seems to release the residue (it's still much easier to clean, than the stainless steel sets). My problem: When simmering/boiling with the glass covers on, fluid becomes trapped between the rubber gasket and metal rim. Over time, I'm noticing buildup and/or a bit of rusting(?) where the lid glass meets the metal, which is near impossible to clean ( I would've preferred a totally metal lid, to this design). Otherwise, I'm a fan of the ceramic coating, on the pans.
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Hello Saradipt, I actually bought the plastic frame fine grater from BBB last year and it's still holding up fine..I can't deny it's not as sturdy as the metal one but to be very honest I don't like my metal frame one! I am not sure if the one I've bought was defective or warped but the sharp edges are so protruding that every time I use it I cut myself!! So this will be up to you to go for the metal or the plastic frame. Hope this answer helps you!Regards.
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I have had my machine for several years now and do not have this problem. A few times the paddles have stuck in the bottom of the baked loaf of bread, just don't ever use anything metal to get them out so you don't compromise the coating on the paddles.
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I wash these in the dishwasher all the time and have not experienced that. I do see hard water residue that stays there when I look at it from inside the bottle, but have not yet seen food particles getting lodged there
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It hasn't happened to me yet, however I never clean the thing with anything more than a paper towel. The Teflon does a pretty great job.
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I do not put any type of plastic in my microwave, even though the plastic does not come in contact with the liquid. i do however plunge this teapot into boiling water, and the plastic has not reacted to that. hope that helps you.