How to clean the toaster inside?

Today, many people have such a wonderful and, at first glance, completely unpretentious device in the kitchen called a toaster. It makes it possible to make hot and crispy fried bread slices in the morning. Many will say - what's so special, because it's just fried bread? - However, gourmets around the world relate to such food as one of the most delicious things in the world.

Good housewives regularly clean absolutely all objects and appliances in their kitchen, but often forget about cleaning the toaster inside. But, like any other device, the toaster clogs during operation, and if you do not carry out periodic maintenance, it can even break. With constant use, the toaster accumulates bread crumbs. Therefore, to prolong its life and safety, you should know how to clean the toaster inside. In order not to damage the useful device, you need to know some things, for example, what it is afraid of, despite the unpretentiousness of maintenance. And most importantly, a clean toaster does its job much better.

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Why do I need to clean the toaster?

In addition to wiping the outer surface of the toaster with a sponge, on which fingerprints and splashes remain, it is recommended to clean the inside of the machine. In order for your toaster to be as productive as possible, it is necessary to clean it once a month.

The most affordable and easiest tool to clean the toaster is a toothbrush (or something similar to it). Using a toothbrush, you can effectively remove the remnants of bread from the inner container.

Important! Cleaning inside is also necessary so that harmful bacteria do not start in it. The crumbs that lie on the pallet or stick to the grid cause an unpleasant odor and uneven glow of the spiral.

You should also carefully clean your toaster from the remnants of oil and fat. The accumulation of all these residues is fraught with the ignition of the device.

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Steps for Proper Toaster Cleaning

Let's take a look at the algorithm of how to clean the toaster inside.

First step

All work on cleaning the toaster should be carried out on a table in good light. Lay white paper on the table so that later you can easily collect all the crumbs. Prepare the necessary material:

• A brush.
• Parchment paper.
• Coarse salt.
• A toothbrush.

Second phase:

1. Add salt particles through the top bread loading slots.
2. Then cover these slots with paper and fasten it well along the contour of the toaster with adhesive tape or construction tape.
3. Then firmly holding the device, shake it for a few seconds. Salt will help clean the inside of the unit and rid it of soot.

Important! After completing the procedure, all salt residues should be carefully removed from the toaster, because corrosion can occur when the salt interacts with the moisture that the bread secretes.

Third stage

The toaster pan must be cleaned - it should be washed with running water or a dishwashing detergent solution, and then wiped dry.

Important! If your toaster model is not equipped with a removable tray, you need to turn the appliance over and shake it strongly over the paper.

Fourth stage

The final step in how to clean the toaster inside is to clean the outside of the case. To do this, wet the rag with vinegar and simply wipe the surface of the unit with it.

To eliminate complex contaminants on the case, use baking soda - it will effectively clean the surface without scratching or damaging it.

Important! Periodically, it is recommended to disassemble the toaster - remove the top cover of the device and clean from crumbs that have accumulated between the cover and the heating element.

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General rules

In conclusion, I would like to once again draw attention to some rules that must be remembered in the process of cleaning the toaster:

• The very first thing you need to do before starting work is to unplug the device from the outlet for your own safety. Only pull the toaster plug out of the socket with dry hands.
• It is necessary to start cleaning the toaster only after it has completely cooled down. Otherwise, there is a chance of getting a burn, and there is also a risk of damage to the device.
• Do not use sharp metal objects to clean the toaster. Their use can lead to damage to the elements of the device, and if you forget to unplug it from the outlet, you can get an electric shock.
• It is strictly forbidden to wash the toaster under running water or immerse it in water - these actions will lead to a short circuit and failure of the device.

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Compliance with the above rules on how to clean the toaster will help to keep the machine working for a long time and protect you from any injuries during the cleaning process. But if you are not confident in your abilities and do not decide to do this yourself, then you can contact the specialists in the workshop who can easily help you for a small fee.