Kamado Grills Cleaning Questions

How often should you clean your kamado grill? The answer is after each use. In fact, food remaining on the grates can actually be a health hazard. That’s why it’s important to give your grill a quick scrub before you close the lid every time.

When cleaning, please pay attention to the following points.

1. The Kamado is self cleaning. Heat it up to 260ºC for 30 minutes and it will scorch off all of the food and debris.
2. Do not use water or any other types of cleaning product to clean the inside of your Kamado. The walls are porous and will absorb any fluids used, this could cause the Kamado to crack. If the soot becomes excessive then use a wire brush or the ash tool to scrape off the carbon remnants before the next use.
3. To clean the grills and grates use a non-abrasive cleaner once the unit has fully cooled.
4. To clean the outer surface wait until the Kamado is cool and use a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

In general,other than removing ash, wiping the outside and brushing the grill grate, regular cleaning is not necessary. As part of the annual maintenance and for optimal functioning, it is recommended to remove and brush the internal parts. Do not use any chemical cleaners in the kamado.