We are a commercial restaurant and have purchased 3 of these units. They perform well, however they do not clean well. We do not use spray as the residue sometimes turns into carbon. In time, two to three months, the carbon gets so heavy on the units...
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I do spray mine with GFS pan coating spray and I don't get any carbon residue. The trick is to only spray it once a day and only after it heats up. At the end of the day I clean it with a wooden pick so that the finish doesn't come off and just hot water on a rag. I haven't had any issues in the last 5 months. Hope this helps
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We have had no problem keeping ours clean. It may be different if it was installed in a high traffic or usage area. Our is installed around our gas fireplace and beneath the bar in our kitchen. We love the marble ans would not hesitate to install in a like area.
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Thank you for your inquiry. Happen to have one at home and have only used it twice but I have had no issues with getting the unit completely cleaned. Hope that helps. Thank you
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Use cooking spray liberally. That being said, I have burnt food in them and the cleanup is not terribly bad
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I have had mine for well over two years and use it on a daily basis for my workers to enjoy a treat during their breaks and lunch hour without any problems at all. So to answer your question if wanted to use it for a commercial business I can safely say that it would hold up to daily use for that purpose. Hope this helps in your decision to purchase this unit. ERIC
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I agree with the other responders, it is not designed for commercial use, but with care & occasional cleaning it works great!
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Before each use, I wipe it down with a dry paper towel (or two or three). The instructions are very explicit about not using any water. I think some of the internals may rust easily or something. No sign of rust on mine after 13 1/2 years. It will splatter some oil on the inside walls and look messy, so I will sometimes use a little glass cleaner. It does have an occasional spot of "buildup" in the kettle. Barely noticeable. I think of the kettle like a BBQ grill - it will never look as clean as it did when it was new, but that's just because it shows signs of use. Outside of the kettle, the machine still looks clean and good as new. Before each use, I wipe it down with a dry paper towel (or two or three). The instructions are very explicit about not using any water. I think some of the internals may rust easily or something. No sign of rust on mine after 13 1/2 years. It will splatter some oil on the inside walls and look messy, so I will sometimes use a little glass cleaner. It does have an occasional spot of "buildup" in the kettle. Barely noticeable. I think of the kettle like a BBQ grill - it will never look as clean as it did when it was new, but that's just because it shows signs of use. Outside of the... » Read More Before each use, I wipe it down with a dry paper towel (or two or three). The instructions are very explicit about not using any water. I think some of the internals may rust easily or something. No sign of rust on mine after 13 1/2 years. It will splatter some oil on the inside walls and look messy, so I will sometimes use a little glass cleaner. It does have an occasional spot of "buildup" in the kettle. Barely noticeable. I think of the kettle like a BBQ grill - it will never look as clean as it did when it was new, but that's just because it shows signs of use. Outside of the kettle, the machine still looks clean and good as new. « Show Less
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Had the same issue. I could live with that but not the interior cleaning issue. Food results great but after about four or five meals interior was impossible to clean. Started to set off my smoke alarms. Decided to return it.
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I just changed my carbon filter, it lasted 3 months. I use this air cleaner in a 1400 Square Foot retail store 5 days a week. so far I am satisfied with the functioning.
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Sorry, no. We don't use it much. Ours doesn't stay cool as long as reported. If you have to clean yours it's obviously working for you.
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I have no way of knowing how well it's doing, except that the filters are getting dirty. We have filtration on our buffing machines, but we use the Shop Fox to further remove the finer particles that escape the primary collectors and remain airborn. As for whether it would be sufficient for your shop, it would all depend on how much dust you generate. This machine is not suited as a primary collector, as you would use to catch sawdust from a woodworking tool or buffing dust from a metal polishing unit, or paint particles in a spray booth. It seems to work well for us, but our best determination of that is that the filters get dirty and there is less dust on surfaces around our shop. I have no way of knowing how well it's doing, except that the filters are getting dirty. We have filtration on our buffing machines, but we use the Shop Fox to further remove the finer particles that escape the primary collectors and remain airborn. As for whether it would be sufficient for your shop, it would all depend on how much dust you generate. This machine is not suited as a primary collector, as you would use to catch sawdust from a woodworking tool or buffing dust from a metal polishing unit, or paint particles in a spray booth. It seems to work well for us, but our best... » Read More I have no way of knowing how well it's doing, except that the filters are getting dirty. We have filtration on our buffing machines, but we use the Shop Fox to further remove the finer particles that escape the primary collectors and remain airborn. As for whether it would be sufficient for your shop, it would all depend on how much dust you generate. This machine is not suited as a primary collector, as you would use to catch sawdust from a woodworking tool or buffing dust from a metal polishing unit, or paint particles in a spray booth. It seems to work well for us, but our best determination of that is that the filters get dirty and there is less dust on surfaces around our shop. « Show Less
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They are very easy to clean. My husband managed to forget something he was cooking and burnt the bottom. I used vinegar and baking soda annd a sponge and it came sparkling clean. I suppose other cleaners would have done as nice a job but vinegar and baking soda is my preferred cleaner for most jobs.
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Owned it for ~ 6 months now, used it several times, no visual signs that they need to be cleaned, and no slowing in performance, so have not cleaned them just yet. So, I suppose it all depends on how frequently it is used. Great unit, still love it, no issues, built to last, highly recommend it to anyone in the market.
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I haven't had a problem. Had mine since July 2013. It may have to do with the cleaners people use on it. I use an all natural cleaner.
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No residue for us we've been using it for several months now, semi-daily, on hard wood in a fitness studio. Be sure of the ratio of the concentrate to water, or maybe dilute a bit more and see how that goes. Overall, we've been very pleased with how this cleaner has worked for us.
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This is a great unit, however, I used it indoors the first time, and my apartment smelt like outdoor cooking for 2 months after! Now I use it on my BBQ outside. To use I place the wood chip in the bottom, then wrap the drip tray in foil(easier to clean up), place the tray that holds your meat, then your meat(seasonings, rubs, sauces), then the cover. Keep the temp. around 250C and let it cook for however long you need too.It is a great little unit, I would have no problem buying another one if I was staying in my apartment. Mone has never peeled on the outside as the other commenters has, but just about everything will turn dark after repeated use. 5 out of 5 for this unit, just don't use it indoors! This is a great unit, however, I used it indoors the first time, and my apartment smelt like outdoor cooking for 2 months after! Now I use it on my BBQ outside. To use I place the wood chip in the bottom, then wrap the drip tray in foil(easier to clean up), place the tray that holds your meat, then your meat(seasonings, rubs, sauces), then the cover. Keep the temp. around 250C and let it cook for however long you need too.It is a great little unit, I would have no problem buying another one if I was staying in my apartment. Mone has never peeled on the outside as the... » Read More This is a great unit, however, I used it indoors the first time, and my apartment smelt like outdoor cooking for 2 months after! Now I use it on my BBQ outside. To use I place the wood chip in the bottom, then wrap the drip tray in foil(easier to clean up), place the tray that holds your meat, then your meat(seasonings, rubs, sauces), then the cover. Keep the temp. around 250C and let it cook for however long you need too.It is a great little unit, I would have no problem buying another one if I was staying in my apartment. Mone has never peeled on the outside as the other commenters has, but just about everything will turn dark after repeated use. 5 out of 5 for this unit, just don't use it indoors! « Show Less
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I have only had mine a few months and am not using them on a regular basis (once a week maybe). So far, they clean up well in the dishwasher and all the parts work well.