ONE year old NINJA DUAL deep CLEAN

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a fair few of you have asked me to do a cleaning the Ninja vlog, which to be honest I was dreading as had not looked at the region around the elements slightly on purpose.
I do the usual Basket mainentance and have found after 1 year of hand washing, they are still in very good condition. There is wear on the outside, especially on the protuding bits on the underside but this is normal after one year, and doesn't affect cooking. The inside of the baskets are fine, Basket 1 does have baked on fat that I can only remove probably 65%, I've not found anything so far that removes it 100%. If you have a guaranteed 100% method - let me know!
One thing I do know, is Ninja say do not clean the elements themselves and cleaning around them is a bit tricky. I've decided to do a monthly hot damp cloth wipe down of this area to remove any loose bits (tbf I didn't see any when doing this cleaning vlog)
Hope you enjoy and thanks for watching....
Kerry
budgetcookinguk@gmail.com
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Equipment:
COSORI Pressure Cooker:
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Rolling pin:
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COSORI Dual Basket 8.5L Airfryer:
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COSORI 12Litre/13Quart Airfryer Oven:
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Ninja AF451 Airfryer:
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Cosori Dual Blaze Airfryer:
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COSORI TurboBlaze Airfryer:
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Ninja Foodi 11n1:
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VonShef Induction Hob:
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Tala Loaf Tins (fit Ninja AF400 & AF451)
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Round 6" cake tins
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Link to the Crinkle cutters:
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Pie dishes:
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Hand whisk
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More Pie dishes
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Stainless steel Hob Cover
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Kuhn Rikon Spice Grinder
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Stainless Steel Bowl Set with Lids
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Kitchen Utensils Set (Silicon)
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@Lorcan-sf9xl 7 месяцев назад

I wonder why Ninja themselves don’t go to the effort you did and provide a video of how to properly clean their product! Many thanks for your video!

@JesusNOTreLIEgion 7 месяцев назад

Because they know there is no good way of doing it. Without taking it apart, which would = substantial increase in broken units (which obviously Ninja just ain't gonna have happen)

@lw7240 10 месяцев назад

This is a great idea for a video Kerry. Thank you for doing this Lisa xxx ❤ it’s the tops of the baskets I find hard to remove xx great job xx

@cherylsullivan4391 3 месяца назад

Thanks for posting this video. I tried your suggestions for cleaning and they worked like a charm.

@budgetcookinguk 3 месяца назад

Oh thank you Cheryl😀👍💕

@kathyduckworth6443 10 месяцев назад

I cleaned my baskets with dish soap smeared all round the basket & then put baking soda on the surface & scrubbed it with a toothbrush & voila it was perfectly clean.. Haven't tried to clean around the element yet!

@IloveMK 10 месяцев назад

Cleaning in the Kitchen is one of my 5 sports, followed by the Living Room, Toilet, the Bedroom, and finally, one outdoor sport is the Windows. I always take them in my stride, one a day keeps me fit. 🤣🤣🤣😂

@bimboclack7079 10 месяцев назад

We've posted our ninja off to you so you can make another video in case anyone missed this one no rush but make sure it's back before Christmas 😊😊😊😊 as always absolutely brilliant video and looking forward to Friday night at tipple o'clock 😊😊😊😊😊

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Oooo knowing what your post is like you'll not get it back til January! 😂 thanks for being at my tipple o clock Jim n Maureen 💕💕💕💕 really enjoyed it

@zarahughes1285 10 месяцев назад

I haven't fully read the manuel for this Ninja, I've haven't had it long. Loving your videos & channel Kitty, thank yoiu x

@yb9017 8 месяцев назад

This is a wonderful video !! This is a real life. I was thinking to get a AF but I don't know now that I want do this...

@jennyhayler7553 10 месяцев назад

It’s so Therapeutic watching you clean

@sandrapaterson8678 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Kerry ❤

@chriskeller4563 10 месяцев назад

Great video kerry 😊❤

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Thank you Chris😀💕I definitely dreaded this one a little 🥴

@valeriebembridge2803 10 месяцев назад

I don't honestly think there's an air fryer out there that's easy to clean. My Breville air fryer oben has a wire mesh grid which completely covers the element so it's impossible to get to it. The internal trays are dishwasher friendly and a damp cloth does the inner walls. It's just the element that's not good.

@MrAndylangham 10 месяцев назад

Not tried my self but what about using one of the hand held steamers on it 👍

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

I asked Ninja this very question as there were a few comments asking the same, they said categorically do not use one, they advised just a damp cloth for that area👍👍

@Silverdale15 10 месяцев назад

The Af300 has virtually no room at all around the elements impossible I'd say... I try to wipe it out when it's gone virtually cold but tbh it's an impossible task no room at all even for a matchstick! It should be easier than this yes the element should un clip so it can come down to reveal the area needing to be degunked....! I blame the manufactures about time they did something for all the money they make..... What they want of course is for us to say OK it's too bad to use anymore and buy and new one 😢 all about money not the customer.

@theresagallagher7897 8 месяцев назад

Personally I think if enough complain to Ninja,,,, before a fatal accident happens 🔥 they should recall all Air Fryers 😡

@Silverdale15 8 месяцев назад

@@theresagallagher7897 agree 💯👍

@theresagallagher7897 8 месяцев назад

Personally I think the Ninja Air Fryer is a disaster & could be very Dangerous,,,,What happens when above the Element’s gets full of hardened Greece that cant be removed 😡 Please can I have someone to explain 😢 Thank you in advance 😖

@budgetcookinguk 8 месяцев назад

While I cannot agree with you with regards to disaster, i would say that any machine that heats or cooks has an element of risk (toasters for example have been known to spontaneously combust if not kept clean and free of toast debris) the same applies to airfryers, hence the need to keep clean and practice safe cooking methods. This link may help clarify further😀👍 storables.com/articles/what-to-do-if-air-fryer-catches-fire/

@EdsCanineAcademy 10 месяцев назад

Ninja surely has a cleaning guide? To make an expensive appliance and not provide anyway of cleaning it thoroughly is bothersome. Pretty sure under the consumer rights act, there’d be a case that these aren’t fit to use!

@BrianSimms-o4f 10 месяцев назад

Hi Kerry, love watching your channel. I think it's up to the airfryer manufacturers to help us all with this cleaning problem , perhaps they could fit them with hinge up or unplug elements . I usually clean mine with some stuff called Elbow Grease it's a lemon based spray on cleaner available in some super markets and Amazon. I never use any abrasives or caustic based substances. Best wishes Brian.

@louisebedson6058 9 месяцев назад

I use elbow grease, it works a treat.

@hilaryanderton 8 месяцев назад

I put the baskets in the dishwasher each time they’ve been used, saves all that faffing. Mine’s a Tefal and it says on the instructions that they can go in the dishwasher 👍

@RichardTingey 2 месяца назад

I have the same model Ninja. You are warmly invited to do the same to mine. I made a start and failed miserably!

@budgetcookinguk 2 месяца назад

I'll grab my marigolds 😂

@desleycasey7412 7 месяцев назад

Great video. Another wee strategy is to soak the pans in hot water with a denture tab for 2-3 hours and then simply wipe off the grime. Works like a treat, especially if you have a coated drip tray - simply soak the drip tray the same way and again it will come up like brand new. Hope this assists.

@budgetcookinguk 7 месяцев назад

Ah thanks for the tip! I will add denture tabs to my shopping list and give it a go😀👍💕

@pikricky 10 месяцев назад

Like everyone who has posted a video on cleaning an air fryer says, it's impossible to get the element area completely clean and most of them use methods and solutions like yourself Kerry,as long as you get as much off as possible,Kathy from Empowered Cooks puts a dish in the drawer with vinegar water and lemon juice and runs it for a little while like you did, and then she uses a paste made from baking soda and hydrogen peroxide and rubs it on with a tooth brush or sponge,she then wipes it all away with a damp cloth,it's an American Mum air fryer channel but she's very good, very good informative video Kerry

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Ooo thanks for this Rick, I've screenshot it (so I don't forget!) Will try her method😀👍💕💕

@robertkat 6 месяцев назад

How do you clean the fan?

@KarenCroom-n8o 16 дней назад

Thats your trouble I think you keep saying just give this a quick clean., if you have u cleaned it every time you used it, wouldn't get that dirty. Its not hygienic to cook when its very dirty.

@johnwelsh8737 10 месяцев назад

Hi Kerry, I use something called ovenmate from Amazon. I used to use it on the conventional oven, so I thought j would try it on Ninja. You just put it on leave it for a few hours, I left it overnight , then its just a matter of wiping the gunge away. I before I start, i put bi carb in and a little washing up liquid, and fill 3 quarters full with water, and put it on the roast setting to loosen up the burnt on grease. It is awkward getting round the element, but you can heat and bend a toothbrush to access it easier. I actually use a pet toothbrush, which is longer and has a smaller head. Hope this may help someone 😊

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Oh this is fab John thank you 😀👍 I've screenshot it so I can refer to later. Will give your method a go

@craftycalley 7 месяцев назад

So helpful. Thank you.

@johnwelsh9036 7 месяцев назад

No problem

@captainmatt79_41 8 месяцев назад

To clean the heating element area I decided to dismantle the machine completely to get at that area. It requires removing several screws and snap together fittings. Once apart though when the upper heater housing is removed, it reveals the plastic connecting flange oozing with grease and grime. It's a scary reveal. My solution was to throw the whole machine in the bin! Any cooking device that isn't built to be easily and thoroughly cleaned isn't safe to use. I have pictures of the horror that lurks inside these machines but unfortunately can't share them here. So in short this machine is ultimately uncleanable and should be disposed of.

@theresagallagher7897 8 месяцев назад

😮

@matthewhopkins666 10 месяцев назад

Of all the features they are constantly adding to these things you would think someone in R&D would come up with either removable elements or some way to remove the shielding above the element for cleaning.

@KarenCroom-n8o 16 дней назад

Omg how long since you cleaned it😱

@lyndonwatkins1 10 месяцев назад

Perhaps turn it upside down on a towel as not to scratch the top of the lid I don’t know if perhaps the elements can be removed to clean under them? You can buy a tin of compress air to blow out dust around the top. Also I clean my draws with dawn power wash just spray on and wipe off no scrubbing.

@iangould3564 10 месяцев назад

Thank you Kerry, very helpful video for me. God bless 😊

@christinegill3425 10 месяцев назад

Kerry butlers empire once were showing how to clean a nina dual basket as theirs is similar to yours only theirs is the af400 if you look on theirs it might give you some ideas,but one part involves them melting a toothbrush with like a lighter to make it bend into a certain position for him to get it into the part inside near the elements onto the metal part surrounding it,he holds a lighter under the toothbrush for him to turn it inside out so he can fit the toothbrush in the otherway,have a watch of kerry it might be of some help to you.

@karentoynton8948 10 месяцев назад

Could you use the liquid dishwasher tabs, I never use the block variety.? I cannot remember do you have the corsori pressure cooker, and are you happy with it.? I am very close to get a second cooker, and want to get the right one.😊

@lw7240 10 месяцев назад

Kerry, I’ve seen on RU-vid in the past ppl cleaning their ovens with bicarbonate of soda, lemon juice and white vinegar. I wonder if that might work? But I know they let it soak for while. Then rinse it off xxx❤

@francesrobinson5216 10 месяцев назад

Aqua

@danielthegeek4582 8 месяцев назад

What model is your fryer? Yours seems to have a flap on the side (and also displays “cool” in the display.. haven5 seen mine do that!

@budgetcookinguk 8 месяцев назад

It's an AF451, exact same capacity as the AF400 except it has an integral probe (that flap on the side) a front flat screen whereas the AF400 has the knob dial thingy, the cool bit at the end which is meant to help preserve the elements. Apart from that they're exactly the same 😄👍

@danielthegeek4582 8 месяцев назад

@@budgetcookinguk Understood, thanks! I’ve just picked up an AF300.. a bit smaller, but a bargain at £149, and ideal for me, as I live alone. Only done fish and chips in it so far, but took half the time of my oven, and made absolutely cracking chips! Look forward to picking up some tips from you. Best wishes!

@budgetcookinguk 8 месяцев назад

@@danielthegeek4582 that's fab Daniel😀👍 love my ninja, it's been used nearly daily for a year and still going strong

@pennykingsley-xb8ub 10 месяцев назад

Great effort, Kerry..wish they made these easier to clean!

@SandraDent-lf4xy 10 месяцев назад

Hi Kerry, you've done a good job, it's impossible to get it all off. I've had mine about five months now. The dual blaze baskets have stayed spotless. When I've finished cooking, i soak them in hot water with fairy liquid in, i mainly just have enough water to cover the crisper tray, then I use mr muscle and cif to clean the drawer out. I usually spray some mr muscle in a cloth and wipe round inside, also cleaning round the element and i also clean the element a bit as well. I've not tipped it upside down yet so i don't know how bad it is.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Need to get me some mr muscle Sandra, thank you as well! 🥰🥰

@junegower7447 10 месяцев назад

Always use the paper liners & cover all food…

@KarenCroom-n8o 16 дней назад

I think its still filthy

@g0ufp 2 месяца назад

Just wondering how to clean it properly, many show the basket cleaning, not much help. Yours is great and dishwasher tablets are in as I type. Thank you.

@MarianneWhipp 7 месяцев назад

Hi Kerry, A question, just got my AF400 and experimenting, love your videos very helpful. When on Sync, If veg in drawer 2 is done and I want to switch it off and LEAVE drawer 1 still cooking its final 10 mins, how do I switch that one draw off. There must be a way, without having to stop both drawers and start the drawer 1 again. I tried the off button but did not work.

@trevm1268 10 месяцев назад

I asked on Argos & a couple of other platforms about using a small steam cleaner (Beldray 10-in-1) to get into the top section (I used to do this in my old combination oven). The answers came back generally saying 'yes' this steam cleaner could be used to clean the Ninja AF451UK. I haven't been brave enough to try it yet. If anyone has, maybe they will let us know. Thanks Kerry.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Maybe I should email ninja directly to ask this question Trev? If they say yes, I'll try it myself! Update: have submitted a form asking this so hopefully they come back with a comprehensive answer👍

@trevm1268 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Kerry. My main fear is that the material inside the air frter may not be strong enough to take the steam blast, even though the smaller cleaners are not as powerful as the big boys. @@budgetcookinguk

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

@@trevm1268 Trev, ninja said definitely do not use a hand held steam cleaner👍👍 a hot damp cloth is all they advise using

@gillyb44 10 месяцев назад

Put a cup of cloudy ammonia in one side and a small bowl of boiling water in the other into a preheated oven. close the drawes and leave overnight. This works really well in my big oven, loosens all that grease build up. also Never use your spray oil in can while food in the baskets, put in a bowl and transfer. The propellent in the cans carbonizes on the sides.

@billmumbo2697 3 месяца назад

I hope you gave your other half's toothbrush a good clean afterwards 😂😂

@miksmif 2 месяца назад

hi kerry, i see you have worked hard to clean your ninja.. its just you should never use scratch pads or scratch products to clean it as it will over time erase the non-stick coating.. regarding the above heating element, just let it cool down then use a stiff brush to remove any food residue etc.. regards mick..

@budgetcookinguk 2 месяца назад

Hi Mick, I use a tefal scratch pad especially designed for non stick surfaces. You're right about the other type of scratch pads but my one is ok (been using these for over a year now as well😀👍)

@janebere193 10 месяцев назад

Great video Kerry, yours is about the same age as mine. This is a job I need to do. I bought a hand steamer for the job but am a bit scared to use it.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Aw thank you Jane💕💕 I've just checked fb ninja groups to see if any one has used a steam cleaner and nought came up. Makes me think using one may be a bad idea (too wet?) I'd be scared to try too!!🥴

@janebere193 10 месяцев назад

@budgetcookinguk Someone has used one successfully on the Ninja Speedi which has an element. That's the reason I bought a hand steamer. The Speedi has a steam program anyway so is obviously built to get wet. The Dual Drawer does get quite steamy when you cook certain foods but I still think I'll keep my gadgets away from it lol.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

@@janebere193 I've asked ninja specifically about this, will let you know what they say😀👍💕

@adrianunderwood961 6 месяцев назад

Are those silver pads non-scratch? If so I’ll get some.

@j.brewer7717 10 месяцев назад

Hi Kerry, I've been putting off doing mine. It's never a good job😒 But you have given me the incentive. Really not looking forward to turning it over🤦 Great video. Hope Jimmy is feeling much better🙏 Byee 👋Jen 💕😘xx

@cozzie4937 10 месяцев назад

I agree with commenter below. You'd think the manufacturers would have developed a removable element and fan so that they can be cleaned with confidence. I've already broke one Cosori air fryer (Cosori 3.5l. First one I ever had). Cleaned around the element thoroughly. When I tried it afterwards, I put the fryer on pre heat for five minutes. Upon removal the basket was cold (fan worked alright) so I knew I'd damaged the element. Had to buy another one (Cosori 5.5l), which I'm still using plus a Cosori dual blaze to boot.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Oh jeez, that's a good reason to be very careful - I'm sorry it broke!💕💕

@prubroughton1864 10 месяцев назад

I get my pork crackle from butcher and supermarket 😊😊

@JaneWalker-m2t 8 месяцев назад

Goodness , I noticed that my baskets has residue so had in mind to do a good clean. So that will get done as soon as possible. Thanks for the tips. Love your channel.

@JaneWalker-m2t 7 месяцев назад

Hi just cleaned my ninja, thanks for the video made life easier. Jane

@JaneWalker-m2t 8 месяцев назад

Goodness , I noticed that my baskets has residue so had in mind to do a good clean. So that will get done as soon as possible. Thanks for the tips. Love your channel.

@budgetcookinguk 8 месяцев назад

Aw that's fab, thank you so much😀💕

@wildedina 10 месяцев назад

Interesting. I have same model used daily so i will have a go at cleaning it properly now. Please can you tell me how to cook cheese on toast in it without the cheese flying everywhere?

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

I use cocktail sticks👍

@junegower7447 10 месяцев назад

They should come with a self cleaning program like my oven does, it would be much better…

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Maybe this will be an innovation of the future🤞🤞😀👍

@LindaClark-e1o 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for doing this video

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Aw I would say it was a pleasure but I dreaded doing this, had to put my bravery pants on😂💕💕

@juliebajwa721 10 месяцев назад

Come round and do mine for me Kerry 😂. You did a good job made me feel guilty dare I look at mine😮. The horror.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Aw I'll be round tomorrow Julie😄👍💕had to put my bravery pants to do this vlog lol

@jennifermharvey9882 10 месяцев назад

I have the ninja 15 in 1 and I can not clean round the element on that either very easy but I am not to worried as long as the pot is cleaned after every use

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Ahh that's my way of thinking to Jennifer 💕💕

@sheilahowse6880 10 месяцев назад

Think you did your best with what is such a difficult area to clean good idea with the pre steam dish washer tablet

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Sheila 💕💕💕

@craftycalley 7 месяцев назад

Just the information I needed. Thank you.

@Brenda-lp5vr 10 месяцев назад

Don't the silver scrubby scratch the non stuck voating

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

No I can say definitely not, spontex is specifically designed for non stick surfaces or coatings. I've been using mine for months, high time I got a new one😄👍💕

@Sebastian-yi5lw 10 месяцев назад

Metal sponge on Teflon surface ??? That's not good. You gonna scratch it all and then teflon will be coming of while cooking.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

It's actually not a metal sponge Sebastian, its specifically designed for teflon or similar non stick surfaces

@Sebastian-yi5lw 10 месяцев назад

@budgetcookinguk Could you give me somelink my darling?? I do have a problems sometimes with pans or hob to get them clean but not scratch. And the sponge not always can get the work done.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

@@Sebastian-yi5lw no problem😀👍found one that's exact same one I bought in my local lidl, groceries.asda.com/product/sponges-scourers-cleaning-cloths/spontex-brilliant-scourer-pad/1000040467820

@tracimckinven2520 10 месяцев назад

Fab video Kerry, looking forward to trying this with mine xx

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Thank you Traci💕💕

@twistedsister6293 10 месяцев назад

Youre braver than me Kerry i darent do it incase i break the blumin thing ❤

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Put my special bravery pants on Anita😂💪💕💕

@twistedsister6293 10 месяцев назад

what are you like 😂😂❤

@gr9292 10 месяцев назад

where as my comment gone

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Hi George, I only see one comment (this one)

@kathryng6363 10 месяцев назад

I like watching other people clean. It's so satisfying 😁. I tried to clean my Cosori a few months ago but found it difficult getting under the element, but I think using dish washer tablets is a good idea. The Butlers did a demo on how to cleam air fryers a few months ago.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

The butlers demo was fab, it def is satisfying watching other people clean😀💕

@davidlean2879 10 месяцев назад

Come do mine PLEASE !

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

😂

@Happyheretic2308 10 месяцев назад

Maybe there’s a wee business in this!!

@EdsCanineAcademy 10 месяцев назад

@@Happyheretic2308wouldn’t be able to clean them to a standard that would be classed as a professional clean, or hygienic after a clean.

@janetroberts2262 10 месяцев назад

When I first turned my ninja dual over it was quite dirty so I gave it a good clean, as best I could with it being so awkward. Since then after each use and with it standing upright and, of course, cooled and unplugged, I just use a warm wrung out cloth to wipe around the areas like you was, and around the slots where the baskets slide in (they can get quite dirty depending on what has been cooked) and I gently wipe the exposed surface of the elements, it really only takes 2 minutes and it has kept it so much cleaner. If my baskets have a bit of burnt on food I use my scrub daddy with some astonish oven cleaner or bar keepers friend and it comes right off. Oh, I also wipe around the air holes that run around the top as I found they got quite dirty too. ❤

@SuperToronto416 10 месяцев назад

I do the same - after each cook

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

This is fab too Jane thank you, will try your method as well. Great top tips appearing in the comment section, what a great bunch you are💪😀💕💕💕

@anitaadams2193 Месяц назад

Bicarbonate of soda can be quite abrasive so be aware of that

@dorinda8097 10 месяцев назад

Very interesting video to watch. To be honest Kerry you use your ninja so much, every day and ninja hasn’t made it easy in any way to clean the product very well so you done very well how you cleaned it. I haven’t yet done mine. Interesting on how to use bicarbonate of soda. Never really known how to use it. Good video.

@budgetcookinguk 10 месяцев назад

Aw thank you Dorinda💕💕

@alysoncaddick6344 10 месяцев назад

Watching someone else clean is extremely satisfying 😉

@rogertyma4516 7 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video, it really helped me. However, during the cleaning process I found an easier way to clean the unit. Remove the front phillip screw from the heating coil, pull up the heating coil slowly and at the same time unhook it from the back clip. Note, DO NOT completely remove the Coil or back clip Both Coils are connected to each other so clean one side at a time and put it back together before cleaning the other side Use a #10 Socket Wrench to Remove the fan. Turn the nut clockwise to remove nut, lock washer and flat washer. I also used a small steel brush the size of a toothbrush and plumbing sandpaper that comes in a small roll. And a wet towel. It took a while but finally got it cleaned. Roger from Dallas, Texas USA