How not to clean a multicooker

After purchasing another kitchen appliance, the first thing you should do is familiarize yourself in detail with how to care for it. The slow cooker is no exception.

How and with what to wash the multicooker bowl

In all multicookers, without exception, the inner bowl is removable. This makes cleaning it as convenient as possible.

It is important to remember that:

• first you need to unplug the device from the socket;
• carefully remove the bowl;
• wait until it cools down.

Attention! Do not cool the container with a stream of cold water! This can cause the coating to become deformed.

After all the above operations are completed, you can start washing. The choice of cleaning products depends on the material from which the bowl is made (ceramics or Teflon). In any case, only gentle soap solutions with a neutral pH balance and without abrasive particles should be used.

The use of rough fabrics, sponges, and metal objects is strictly prohibited! Any scratch on the surface will lead to complete disrepair - the food will begin to burn, the taste and smell will deteriorate, and the coating itself will deteriorate more and more.

The bowl is the part in which the food is kept during the cooking process.That is why it is necessary to carefully ensure that after cleaning all detergents are thoroughly removed. Then you need to wipe it dry with a towel. It’s even better if you can leave the container to dry on its own for a while. If this is not done, there is a high probability of mold growth.

How to clean the outside of the multicooker lid and body

The cover can be either removable or non-removable. If there are usually no problems with the first one - you can wash it in the same way as a bowl - then cleaning the second one is somewhat difficult:

1. To prevent all possible troubles, it is first recommended to wrap the device in a plastic bag, leaving only the lid outside.
2. After this, you need to tilt the multicooker (the easiest way is to put it on its side) so that all crumbs and stuck food residues can be easily removed with a soft cloth.
3. Having returned the multicooker to its normal position, you need to fill the inner container with water and set the “Steam” mode for 10-15 minutes. This way you can wash off grease, scale and other unpleasant consequences of cooking from the lid.
4. In the end, all that remains is to wipe the device with a dry cloth and leave it open for some time to ventilate.

The outer casing is even easier to maintain. You need to wipe it with a damp cloth or sponge as often as possible.

Important! Under no circumstances should the device be placed under water! So all the electronic circuits inside can burn out.

What to do if the food in the multicooker is burnt or spills out

Burnt stains should not be removed using hard objects. Any soft gel is suitable for effective cleaning (it is best to use a special multicooker product). It must be poured into the soot area, adding warm water, and left for some time (about 1-2 hours). After this, just wipe the surface with a sponge - everything will come off without difficulty.

If some food spills out and lands on the heating element, then it is imperative to remove it from there. The main thing is to turn off the power to the device and wait for it to cool completely.

Then remove the bowl and wipe the bottom with a cloth or napkin. If the heater is embossed and residues cannot be removed so easily, you can use soda. In this case, it is extremely important not to rub it, but simply fall asleep and wait a little. After about an hour, you can remove the product with a sponge and leave to dry.

To avoid such troubles, you need to pay great attention to the manufacturer’s recommendations:

• do not load too many products inside;
• make sure the temperature is set correctly (if you set it higher than required, the dish will not cook faster);
• close the lid unless the cooking process requires otherwise;
• comply with the requirements of the regime: when extinguishing, do not set the frying program, etc.

These simple tips will help you avoid troubles and premature breakdowns.

What should not be used to care for a multicooker?

A multicooker is a kitchen appliance that requires careful and careful care. If you do not take this fact into account, the device will not last long and you will be disappointed. When caring for and using it, you should exclude: metal graters, sponges with a rough layer, cleaning powders and products with abrasive particles, spoons, forks and knives for stirring food during the cooking process.

Fortunately, these are all easily replaceable things.You can wash parts of the device with a regular soap solution (liquid kitchen soap + warm water), special gels with a neutral composition, soft sponges and rags, and wet wipes. To stir food, it is better to use silicone or wooden spatulas - these materials do not harm the coating.

Reference! Some housewives prefer to cover the device with a towel after cooking to prevent the food from getting cold. There is no need to do this! Each multicooker has a temperature maintenance function, and such additional actions can cause the electronics to overheat.

How to get rid of an unpleasant odor in a multicooker

Often, immediately after purchase, you can notice an unpleasant odor inside the device. There is no need to be alarmed; this can easily be eliminated with regular ventilation. At home, it is enough to disassemble the structure (take out all the removable elements), lay them out on a dry towel and, leaving the lid open, wait about a day. Usually such actions save.

If odors remain after use, there are a lot of folk remedies for this case:

• add a slice of lemon, orange or regular citric acid to the water and boil in the “Cooking” or “Steam” mode for about 20 minutes;
• wipe the inner surface with a vinegar solution and leave to ventilate for half a day;
• overnight, place inside a container (or cloth bag) with a mixture of salt and soda;
• leave a cup of coffee beans inside the multicooker for a day, while closing the lid;
• crush activated carbon tablets (about 10-15 pieces) and place them inside for about half a day.

If you follow these simple rules, your multicooker will last for decades, and every dish cooked in it will have a unique taste and aroma.