How to clean an electric air fryer correctly

As a popular small appliance in modern kitchens, the electric air fryer uses high-speed circulating hot air to cook food, significantly reducing the use of grease, and has the advantages of both health and convenience. However, after long-term use, oil stains and food residues will accumulate inside and on the accessories of the air fryer. If not cleaned in time, it will not only affect the cooking effect, but also shorten the service life of the equipment. Therefore, it is particularly important to master the correct cleaning method.

Before cleaning the air fryer, make sure that the equipment is completely powered off and cooled to room temperature. This process is for safety reasons to avoid the risk of electric shock or burns. Afterwards, you can start to disassemble the removable parts of the air fryer, such as the frying basket, grate, etc. These parts are usually the areas where food comes into direct contact and are the main locations for oil stains to accumulate, so they should be the focus of cleaning.

When cleaning oil stains and food residues, there are many effective methods to choose from. Among them, baking soda is widely used in the cleaning process of decontamination and degreasing. Baking soda not only has excellent decontamination ability, but is also harmless to the equipment. You can mix an appropriate amount of baking soda with hot water to make a paste, and evenly apply it to the inner wall and accessories of the air fryer, especially the parts with more serious oil stains. After the baking soda fully reacts with the oil stains, it can soften and decompose the stubborn oil stains, and then just wipe it gently with a damp cloth or kitchen wipes to easily remove it.

In order to effectively remove the odor inside the air fryer, it is recommended to add some natural deodorizers, such as lemon slices or orange peels, when cleaning. Put these natural materials together with baking soda and an appropriate amount of water into the air fryer, heat to a certain temperature (such as 180 degrees) for several minutes. This process not only removes oil stains, but also makes the inside of the air fryer emit a fresh fruity aroma. After heating, turn off the device and wait for it to cool naturally before wiping and rinsing.

In addition to daily basic cleaning, regular deep cleaning should also not be ignored. The frequency of deep cleaning should be determined according to the frequency of use of the equipment and the accumulation of oil stains. It is usually recommended to do it every two months. When deep cleaning, in addition to cleaning the inner walls and accessories, special attention should be paid to hard-to-reach areas such as heating pipes and fans. These areas tend to accumulate more dust and oil stains, which in turn affect the performance of the device. You can use a small brush or soft brush dipped in baking soda water to clean, ensuring that every corner is thoroughly cleaned.

During the cleaning process, you also need to pay attention to some details. First, avoid using sharp tools such as steel wool and iron brushes to avoid scratching the surface of the device or damaging the coating. Secondly, make sure that the inside and outside of the device are dry and free of water after cleaning to avoid residual moisture causing short circuits or rust in the device. Finally, after cleaning, carefully check the integrity of the device to ensure that all parts are properly installed and fixed.