Oven cleaner works great on the shield. I put it in a one gallon freezer or storage bag and spray some oven cleaner in it. Let it soak for a while and then wash normally. Be sure to use gloves for hand protection when removing from bag.
Thx for your help. Got one for Christmas and am enjoying learning to use it. One suggestion I recommend for the splash screen is to throughly wash with warm soap after EACH usage, even for and between consecutive cookings of different foods, timings and temperatures. My screen is completely clean and clear.
I'm glad you included something about the grease collector, because in the instruction manual shows the back side is the grease collector. I got confused thinking, how is this backside supposed to come out only to find out it's only that little dip lol. Thanks for the video!
Put the splatter shield in a high sided pot of hot water with the water being an inch or two above the shield. Add a cup of vinegar. Then add a cup of baking soda a few sprinkles at a time until the entire cup is in the hot water. Be careful as this will bubble up. Boil for 15 mins, then flip the shield over and boil for another 15 mins. Remove, rinse under hot water then scrub with clean hot soapy water. I bang the shield against the side of the sink to knock out the black bits. Dry the shield and if you have a compressor, you could blow out the rest of the black bits or you could try to vacuum them out.
@@MeemReviews we tried to blow out the black bits with a compressor but it didn't work. What we did instead was take the black brush that comes with your air fryer and we kept poking the black bits through the screen which helped a lot.
To clean the splatter screen, I took the plastic bristle brush that came with it and pushed the bristles through the screen and it pushes all those trapped pieces out. Definitely needs some new engineering to come with better splatter screen and storage. It’s terrible that all the pieces don’t fit together. Both should be simple to solve. My son loves it though so I would still recommend unless someone found something better.
I found, regarding the splatter shield, it helps to bring the water to a boil, then insert the splatter shield, and then add a cup baking soda (slowly) and a cup of white vinegar (slowly) to the boiling water. At this point boil for 10-15 minutes. At this point I used gloves and tongs, to old the splatter shield above the water, and gently use brush on the areas with losened grease. My pot is smaller, so the splatter shield isn't flat, but one side rests against the pot. This permits brushing while in the hot water, making removal of grease easier. Again, use gloves and tongs to move the splatter shield.
I just ordered the updated smart XL version, really wanted this one, because of the deep pan and smaller size, but it's no longer available here where I live. I wont be washing the screen after every use, so this video was helpful for when I do decide to clean it. My guess is that they intentionally keep it difficult to clean, most people aren't going to remove it after every use, so eventually the whole unit is going to end up very disgusting and difficult to clean and a lot of people will just throw it out and buy a new one, which is better for business. I will be happy if I get a couple of years out of mine, looking forward to playing with mine when it arrives, this will be my first indoor grill/air fryer.
Yes, I think you might be right, Ninja bringing out new inventions every year so they need to leave some flaws to 'be addressed' in the newer models. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, I appreciate it. I hope you enjoy your Ninja XL.😊
I bought one and it's amazing! Just wash the shield after each use and it will stay spotless and it's so easy to wash by hand. I wipe the inside of machine, near and around the coil, with a wet paper towel and mine is spotless. Easier to clean than any airfryer I own and I own 3, one in my office, home, boat. This one's the best!
Thank you for this video. I was concerned about the cleaning and seeing how difficult it is to completely clean the splatter guard I’m not so sure about buying one now. I really want a grill but not sure if this will be my best option.
Yes, it is one of the downsides, But I have found that this is by far the one that gives the best cooking results, so far. I hope you found one you like?
Hi dish washer tablet or pods work wonders ‘soak in boiling water add pod or tablet add splash screan for a few hours rinse and scrub mesh with a brush ‘spotless
I'm looking for a solution to this problem: the upper grill does not get hot enough to grill steaks. I think I created the problem when trying to clean the area beneath it, maybe too much water. Is there any fix? Are replacement parts available? Are there fuses that I may have tripped? Suggestions greatly appreciated.
You know I have not tried it this is just a theory however Walmart sells compressed air for cleaning keyboards circuit boards computers any electronics and it's sold in the electronics I would give that a try with the straw connected
Honestly, very little help. At the end of it, you really need to put a lot of elbow grease in and scrub like mad LOL. But i do find, cleaning it more often (like after every use or 2 uses) is the key to prevent such stubborn grease. Hope that helps!
🤣🤣🤣🤣It's a cooking machine, the particles will burn it way out of that screen. Been an executive chef for thirties year or you can use harsh chemicals and let it soak overnight, which I wouldn't do.
Oven cleaner works great on the shield. I put it in a one gallon freezer or storage bag and spray some oven cleaner in it. Let it soak for a while and then wash normally. Be sure to use gloves for hand protection when removing from bag.
Thank you for this. I will give it a try
Thx for your help. Got one for Christmas and am enjoying learning to use it. One suggestion I recommend for the splash screen is to throughly wash with warm soap after EACH usage, even for and between consecutive cookings of different foods, timings and temperatures. My screen is completely clean and clear.
Excellent advice and tips. Now I have to reevaluate if I want to get this ninja.
Glad I could help! Thanks for the comment!
I'm glad you included something about the grease collector, because in the instruction manual shows the back side is the grease collector. I got confused thinking, how is this backside supposed to come out only to find out it's only that little dip lol. Thanks for the video!
Yeah no worries, I know it's kind of deceiving lol! Thanks for the comment!
Put the splatter shield in a high sided pot of hot water with the water being an inch or two above the shield. Add a cup of vinegar. Then add a cup of baking soda a few sprinkles at a time until the entire cup is in the hot water. Be careful as this will bubble up. Boil for 15 mins, then flip the shield over and boil for another 15 mins. Remove, rinse under hot water then scrub with clean hot soapy water. I bang the shield against the side of the sink to knock out the black bits. Dry the shield and if you have a compressor, you could blow out the rest of the black bits or you could try to vacuum them out.
Awesome suggestions, I will try these, Those black bits really bug me lol!
@@MeemReviews we tried to blow out the black bits with a compressor but it didn't work. What we did instead was take the black brush that comes with your air fryer and we kept poking the black bits through the screen which helped a lot.
To clean the splatter screen, I took the plastic bristle brush that came with it and pushed the bristles through the screen and it pushes all those trapped pieces out. Definitely needs some new engineering to come with better splatter screen and storage. It’s terrible that all the pieces don’t fit together. Both should be simple to solve. My son loves it though so I would still recommend unless someone found something better.
I agree, the machine cooks amazingly, cleaning it is a pain! 👍🏼
I found, regarding the splatter shield, it helps to bring the water to a boil, then insert the splatter shield, and then add a cup baking soda (slowly) and a cup of white vinegar (slowly) to the boiling water. At this point boil for 10-15 minutes. At this point I used gloves and tongs, to old the splatter shield above the water, and gently use brush on the areas with losened grease. My pot is smaller, so the splatter shield isn't flat, but one side rests against the pot. This permits brushing while in the hot water, making removal of grease easier. Again, use gloves and tongs to move the splatter shield.
I bought mine on kijiji, it came with no manual so this video helped alot! Thank you so much!
You're most welcome! I'm glad I could help!
I just ordered the updated smart XL version, really wanted this one, because of the deep pan and smaller size, but it's no longer available here where I live. I wont be washing the screen after every use, so this video was helpful for when I do decide to clean it. My guess is that they intentionally keep it difficult to clean, most people aren't going to remove it after every use, so eventually the whole unit is going to end up very disgusting and difficult to clean and a lot of people will just throw it out and buy a new one, which is better for business. I will be happy if I get a couple of years out of mine, looking forward to playing with mine when it arrives, this will be my first indoor grill/air fryer.
Yes, I think you might be right, Ninja bringing out new inventions every year so they need to leave some flaws to 'be addressed' in the newer models. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, I appreciate it. I hope you enjoy your Ninja XL.😊
Wow! I am SO glad I saw your video. I was going to buy one. But, not anymore!
It cooks really well, just wanted to highlight these!
I bought one and it's amazing! Just wash the shield after each use and it will stay spotless and it's so easy to wash by hand. I wipe the inside of machine, near and around the coil, with a wet paper towel and mine is spotless. Easier to clean than any airfryer I own and I own 3, one in my office, home, boat. This one's the best!
I love mine...they're awsome!
Thank you for info about the screen in boiling water!
Very thorough video. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment!
Try using a flat paint stirrer and put a cloth on it and clean in between the upper part inside where instead of using your finger
great tip. thanks! 😊
Thank you for this video. I was concerned about the cleaning and seeing how difficult it is to completely clean the splatter guard I’m not so sure about buying one now. I really want a grill but not sure if this will be my best option.
Yes, it is one of the downsides, But I have found that this is by far the one that gives the best cooking results, so far. I hope you found one you like?
I follow the directions, using boiled water but add some white vinegar and baking soda, soak for 10 minutes and then rinse clean.
Great tip! I will try that too!
Thanks you, specially about the cleaning.. i am looking for something easy to clean.. Thanks!
Sure, thanks for watching. Consider the Ninja Speedi, it's much easier to clean. I have recently done a review for it. 😊
@@MeemReviews Thanks for the reply. I will take a look!
I always put the splatter shield directly in the dishwasher and it comes out clean every time
Thanks for sharing! ☺️
You can use foam spray for the oven cleaning
good tip, thanks for sharing!
Is this unit non toxic ( like all non stick like tfal are cancerous)in cmpliance to proposition 65
So helpful ! Thankyou
You're so welcome!
Interesting video. Thanks very much. What's the height of the unit with the lid open?
you can use power washing or water pressure
Hi dish washer tablet or pods work wonders ‘soak in boiling water add pod or tablet add splash screan for a few hours rinse and scrub mesh with a brush ‘spotless
Thanks for the tips! ☺️
I'm looking for a solution to this problem: the upper grill does not get hot enough to grill steaks. I think I created the problem when trying to clean the area beneath it, maybe too much water. Is there any fix? Are replacement parts available? Are there fuses that I may have tripped? Suggestions greatly appreciated.
Oven cleaner works great and probably the easiest.
Thanks for the tip. I've also seen a lot of appliances get ruined, so I was a little reluctant to try that.
have you tried vinegar first, then detergent?
love your site.
Thank you! Appreciate the comment.
How long you used the grill before you decide to clean the screen. If you clean it after every use you don’t have to go trough all this trouble.
Yes, easier said than done, well for me anyway.
I read that somebody uses a handheld steamer to get rid of the grease behind and beside the sceeen
Oven cleaner
You know I have not tried it this is just a theory however Walmart sells compressed air for cleaning keyboards circuit boards computers any electronics and it's sold in the electronics I would give that a try with the straw connected
oh yes, the air dusters, yes, that's a smart idea, thanks for sharing the tip!
What does add pot mean?
Do you think a longer hot water soak with Dawn Powerclean (4 hrs.) will remove those last stubborn grease marks from the grease screen?
Honestly, very little help. At the end of it, you really need to put a lot of elbow grease in and scrub like mad LOL. But i do find, cleaning it more often (like after every use or 2 uses) is the key to prevent such stubborn grease. Hope that helps!
In bucket of boiling water with 1 cup baking soda and 3 cup white vinegar over night. It removes all grease.
THANK YOU for saying outright that the "grease collector" is most certainly not a collector and is useless!
LOL, you're welcome. 😅
Використайте лимонну кислоту в процесі кип'ятіння решітки
Thank you, next time I will citric acid ☺️
Have u tried to immerse it in Coke?
No.
🤣🤣🤣🤣It's a cooking machine, the particles will burn it way out of that screen. Been an executive chef for thirties year or you can use harsh chemicals and let it soak overnight, which I wouldn't do.
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