Can the grate be removed easily to wash well after use?
1616934
Yes, the porcelain enamel coated non-stick grate is a snap to remove and clean. I clean mine after every use.
1616935
It doesn't remove as easily as one sitting flat, but it's not too cumbersome either. We are using it again this Labor Day weekend and love it. Ours is charcoal. Hope this helps
1228638
Yes, it comes out very easily. I think it's a good temporary option, not for every day use because you get lots of splatter on it and like I mentioned it, the knobs and fittings got loose after a single wash.
1633633
The grates come off really easily with a screw driver... pop them off and then use a paper towel.
891555
U can use any kind of long stiff tool, even tongs or a steel spatula. It just will not be as sturdy as using the tool. The tool is great, you can use it to life out the entire grate as well
1510482
no, it's not. you can only remove the plastic tray which is under the grate
2071981
Yes, VERY.But it is possible. Best to clean it immediately after use. It's very difficult if you wait to clean it.
2072919
It is not easily removable it has two screws so forget about removing it i let the chease dried and it could be clean by a dry cloth.
1822473
The grates should be fine using your high temp self-cleaning feature but it will likely cook off the seasoning. Which means you will have to re-season the grates after that process.
1073320
It's solid metal pieces very easy to rinse off or even put in the dishwasher. The only difficult portion is the grated sides if you don't use a filter, I personally just use a toothbrush to clear it and rinse off with soap. Fairly simple and easy to clean up!
1091907
Given the size, the grate, burner cover and drip plate below can be rinsed off in the sink and placed into the dishwasher after use.We just use a typical scouring pad to knock off stuck food on the grate.
573564
The grills are not removable but all that is really required for cleaning is to wipe down with a paper towel or use something like the OXO panini brush on it. With cast iron it's best to clean it after it cools down which can take a while. Think of this cool down time like boiling water for 20 minutes to make it safe to drink anything inside of the grill has been killed off. The wipe down removes anything that could cause a problem while it is cool and the next time you pre-heat it you have made it 100% food safe or at least as safe as a pan cleaned with soap and water would be.
123378
It's fairly easy to remove, just unscrew bottom screw while holding the chandelier firmly, I am sure it can be washed with mild soap solution.
800179
I use with the grates. It is heavy enough to use without. It is heavy and cast Iron.
575454
It comes with a scraper that fits the grate and works well, but does not actually clean the open slots. However, after scraping and preheating, the slots stay clean enough so as not to change the cooking. We have used ours at least 30-40 times so far. My concern is being able to buy a replacement grate when the time comes.
2091412
Honestly I have never removed the grill grate. I just drop it right on top and never worry about it. That also gives me the grill in front to grill something if I need to. I really enjoy this grill and glad I bought it.
1435914
Grates need to be removed. If you have doubts, don't. It is a great product.
1043933
It does but from my experience you most often will have it covered with food so it's just easier to remove the entire cooking grate.