Panini Grills

[chefa1a]

i keep having a problem with build up

i know its because the cooks leave them closed to keep them hot and I told them hit it with vinegar when its hot and scrape them

but the little plastic rakes are melted

panic with the panini press

[Max_Xavier]

sounds like it is time to take the thing apart and do a major cleaning job on it.

Are the grill plates cast iron or steel?

depend on which kind they are will help you decide what type of degreaser you use.

I would remove the grill plates and soak in heavy duty degreaser and water. then clean with a good stiff brush. then let dry. then oil and bake (cure).

but have them do it under your supervision. they will respect them a little bit more when they know that they have to clean them.