BEST Way to Clean Instant Air Fryer Oven | Tips to Deep Clean your Omni, Omni Plus, or Vortex Plus

[@hollyodomcappe6387]

Omg teach me to clean everything like you do!! This was so satisfying to watch how thorough you are and now I think I absolutely must have a steam cleaner! Seen them, before but only for floors-this looks life changing

[@LanaUnderPressure]

OMG you are going to love your steam cleaner. I clean everything with it. So satisfying.

[@rstcats]

Finally a video demonstrating cleaning an actual grease ridden oven. I just bought an air fryer so the advice on what doesn’t work, what works, and what to use will be very helpful!

[@ahn1073]

*I like that I can "fry" something on a whim! An oil fryer takes so much more time to clean and prepare **MyBest.Kitchen** a chore which usually kept me from frying all together. Also, the lack of needing oil to fry means that my family and I are eating healthier... while still enjoying the crispiness of fried foods.*

[@anitarajput11]

You’re indeed the cleanest person on the planet

[@crystaltrulove2420]

Oh thank you so much. All the other how-to-clean videos are for basket air fryers, which do not help me at all because mine is an oven style, like yours. I love that you tried all the cleaners and are honest and direct about how they do not work as well as baking soda. I am now so excited to try this method and finally get my air fryer clean.

[@raspberrypicasso5855]

Thank you so much for all your efforts in informing people how to cook and clean with these wonderful tools. I have an Instant Omni and purchased an Instant Omni Plus for my sister-in-law. We have both watched all your videos so far concerning these ovens. You are amazing and have a natural talent for teaching those of us who are a bit challenged, especially. GREAT!!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Awe you really made my day! Thank you so much. I'm sure it wouldn't surprise you then to know I taught math, lol. It's actually one of the things I love is helping kids who think they are bad at math or hate it, to understand it and maybe even like it.....a little, lol.

[@lchan9682]

This is by far the best video I have seen about cleaning an air fryer. You are so very thorough. Others I have seen mostly just tell you how to clean the basket. Yours is so very helpful. Thank you so much for your time and expertise. Great job. 😊

[@johntube2525]

Great video and recommendations. Especially the very last recommendation to wipe the oven down after every use. I made this video. “How I fixed an Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer.” Every now and then I get a comment, that my video helped, but why did the fryer stop working again after a short period of time. I usually recommend two things. 1. Try to do a good thorough cleaning, especially the thermal fuse which is located on the inside of the ceiling, so the unit and the thermal fuse do not overheat with grease on them 2.Try to operate it in an open space area. Pull it away from the wall and from under a cabinet, so the fan can bring cooler air into the unit while cooking. Next time I will recommend your video!

[@blazemanchannel477]

I like that I can "fry" something on a whim! An oil fryer takes so much more time to clean and prepare kzbin.infoUgkxD4Qeo-HRLxMfom_PDinM_SBfes00qJsB a chore which usually kept me from frying all together. Also, the lack of needing oil to fry means that my family and I are eating healthier... while still enjoying the crispiness of fried foods.

[@rosan727]

Thanks so much! Never thought of a steam cleaner before to try and get those hard to reach areas under the grill

[@dahak972]

I’ve been using my Ninja 10-1 oven for 4 months on a daily basis and using olive oil every time. It was so bad on the inside that the trays were getting stuck on the sides from all of the grease and oil. It took about 20 minutes of work with a sponge with a green plastic side and some Dawn. It works really well. Great video, thank you!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh wow, I am so glad it worked for you. My favorite tip is to just wipe it down after every use with a Norwex cloth and you never need to deep clean it. Happy cooking and stay safe.

[@tarbhnathrac]

I know this vid is 3 YEARS old but THANK YOU! I have had a Kalorik for 3 years (love it) and though I keep the accessories clean, have never cleaned the walls (and, boy, do they need it!) The manual and site say to clean with warm soapy water and a sponge or cloth, but NOT how to deep clean to get off baked-on grease (thanks a lot Kalorik). I knew oven cleaner spray would be a bad idea due to the exposed element but didn't want to waste $ on multiple cleaners that didn't work. From the commenters that have tried your method it appears to work great! Finally going to get this baby cleaned up. So tired of looking at gross brown walls. Ick. Thanks again!

[@blackattack2469]

I LOVE this lady!!!!! She cleans like I do. Getting into the cracks. 🤗🤗

[@paulhughes3961]

My manual recommends using oven cleaner. I don't know if I will ever need to use it. You remind me of my daughter the way you talk and how you move your arms. You even look a little like her. I showed this video to my wife and she couldn't believe it. I'm going to show this video to my daughter tomorrow, she's going to be shocked .

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! That's so sweet. :) Your daughter must move her hands a lot because I am definitely a hand talker. I tried once to keep my hands still but it drove me crazy, lol. The manual does say you can use oven cleaner, even though they are not very detailed on how long to leave it on for and exactly where to use it. I know some people have used oven cleaner and it marked up the sides of the oven. Plus it's really hard to get all the residue off which was one thing I didn't like about using the chemical cleaners. I spent more time rinsing and removing the cleaners and in the end, it didn't make much difference. Maybe if you apply the oven cleaner with a paint brush? I would rather have the ceiling a little stained then go through the hassle really.

[@HighLevelNinja]

Thank you! This was exactly what I needed. As a person living with disabilities, there are times when cleaning immediately after use just isn’t an option.

[@drewksidetour]

Going to try this on my Omni Plus that I haven’t really cleaned, except my crumb tray LOL I’ll update you on how it goes! This video is very detailed and appreciate your time you put in!

[@drewksidetour]

It worked really good! Sorry I forgot to update you!

[@htebazileeilsel2293]

Did yours have impossible to get off baked on stains?

[@CatGetsCrafty]

I found your video today while looking for ways to clean my Emeril Lagasse air fryer. Thanks for all the great tips, and the details on keeping your fryers clean and new looking. I've had mine for two years, and while I clean it periodically, it's nowhere near as often as you recommend. I'm going to work on it this coming week, and I'm sure your info will help. AND, another shoutout for NORWEX cloths. I love them too!

[@AmberLeaStarfire]

Great video and tips. I appreciated the "what not to use" as much as "what to use." Now, I'm off to deep clean my fryer oven...

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Thank you so much!

[@kimberlyheigert2620]

You are a lifesaver! Been staring at my Omni Plus and trying not to cry. I love it.....right now, not so much. Cleaning the inside top is a nightmare. But I am heading to the kitchen to mix up the baking soda and digging out the extra toothbrush! Thank you! I love your videos!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Glad I could help! The best advice I can give is to never cook in it unless it's wiped cleaned. That way the greases won't bake in and you won't have to deep clean it at all. The top is difficult to clean and other than the easy to reach places, don't worry about it as much. Also, try not to cook things that splatter he top level.

[@johnwiedmann4601]

The Baking Soda is a good tip! I just tried cleaning my oven with my steam cleaner alone and it did OK.

[@rosalache4581]

I used steam cleaner just for wooden floors., and I love it makes cleaning a blessing. , I'm going to exams me my cleaner if I can add the small brush interesting.. to polish outside I like ve it too I'm going to buy it the polisher . So grateful.

[@Psychotechmusichead]

You are literally a lifesaver I just use the Omni for the first Time to make bacon and holy crap I have Black on the burnt on the bottom portion and it won’t come off

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh no. Yeah that baked on grease is really hard to get off. Also try the Dawn Power Spray. Leave it on overnight.

[@Psychotechmusichead]

Lana Under Pressure thanks lana and by the way when you smile it makes me smile because you are so positive and cheerful and happy and I feel like I’m watching a friend 💜 I also make KZbin video for the IP

[@shagreezz3814]

i dont wanna be an adult anymore

[@mrfuzzywuzzykinz2219]

Same tbh

[@Heather16768]

I don’t want to be a kid anymore

[@chase7139]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@MichCoccaBene]

This is SO helpful! I had to throw away my breville mini oven because we didnt clean it after every use and the cooked on grease just became too overwhelming to try and clean! i just got the Omni plus and will be taking all of your great advice here!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh I'm so glad! They cook with such high heat it can be wise than a regular oven when it comes to getting off grease.

[@nayomeer4736]

This is exactly what I was looking for. The videos I found were vague. Thank you for posting.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sophiafalke8474]

Thank you! Someone else in the house has been using my air fryer but never wiped it clean. So, it looks pretty grundgie. Now I see there is hope.

[@DanielPerez-zf8fb]

Great instructional video. I don’t think I’ve ever cleaned any over that well- but I will now!!! Thanks❤️

[@LanaUnderPressure]

😘

[@gboojie8846]

I just watched this without volume, and need to re-watch again when I get home.

[@ambercrombie789]

Your vid inspired me. I made a paste of Dawn and baking soda and applied with a latex paint brush I no longer use. I just set a timer for a few hours. I'll use my steamer later. Thx.

[@JumperMint]

Hi Lana, I'm loving your videos and I can't believe I'm watching your videos straight. Thank you for your tips and reviews. You're the reason why I bought my Instapot Airfryer Oven.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Awe I'm so glad I could be of help.

[@danielleself5939]

Lana, thank you so much for sharing these videos. I have learned so much.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so welcome! It's my pleasure.

[@z-mackdos6echo311]

That’s a very thorough and detailed demonstration. So would you use a powered toothbrush to help in those tight areas? Now I’ve seen a another demonstration to clean the wired basket is use Easy Off oven cleaner. Placed it a large zip lock bag with that cleaner and left over night and rinsed off to a sparkling clean the next day. Oh, you didn’t mention if it’s something to avoid cleaning or not. It’s the heating element. Do you avoid cleaning it or getting it wet? Oh! You should mention in case some one over looks it. Make sure to unplug it, someone may inadvertently turns a knob to the powered on position and shock or electrocute themselves.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. Thank you so much. You can get the heating element wet. That's fine. Just don't Scrub it to hard. An electric tooth brush would work great. I. Never thought of that. I don't use easy off because it's really strong and on certain metals and finishes it could etch or mess up the finish.

[@jimchallender4616]

Lana, I turn my microwave/convection oven upside down to get the top area above the heat coils and can clean it much easier/better. I wish I had thought of using a steam cleaner, great idea. Love your videos. Haven't bought a Vortex Plus yet, waiting for Black "Xday" Sales!

[@Vetforlife]

My OCD is loving this channel.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I hear ya! we were playing this questions game during family night and one of the questions was "What is something you will always find your mom doing?" Everyone answered in unison... Cleaning!

[@CherColette]

😍 ladies and gentlemen this is what we have been looking for!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Awe thank you so much!

[@user-gh3jj5sq3q]

OMG Thank you so much! I have a different brand oven, but this worked on it too, obviously. I just about gave up air frying meats because of how awful the oven got and then I saw that despite my restraint, it still got pretty bad, just not as fast. My husband was very skeptical, and it took some elbow grease, but it worked! Again, THANK YOU!

[@tomwspoon]

I just spent DAYS cleaning a filthy Philips air fryer, actually breaking the heating element connection when I removed it to clean the heat shields undeneath it ( I was able to repair it successfully and safely). If only I had seen this first, as I tried all kinds of products, brushes, sponges etc., etc. and in the end I actually had to use a steel wool pad lightly after applying and leaving oven cleaner on the metal parts overnight. I bet I have cleaned it 10 times since with mild cleaners including in the end baking soda disolved in water and allowed to steam at 200 degrees 10 minutes at a time. I'm sure your methods would have worked much better! I am particularly impressed with that steamer! What is the difference between regular microfiber towels vs Norex towels? Thanks - you have a new subscriber :)

[@LanaUnderPressure]

First, thank you so much for subscribing! Serving, I'm so sorry you had to go through all that. It can be a real pain in the tush to clean when they get really messy. I love my steam cleaner. I use it on just about everything in the house. It did a great job in the bathroom ( though not as good on grout as I thought it would). There is definitely a difference between Norwex and regular shammies. Not sure what, lol but I have one for glass and I literally can just use water in a spray bottle and it change my window streakless and perfect. I'm a huge fan of Norwex.

[@tarbhnathrac]

​@@LanaUnderPressureAccording to Midwest Magic Cleaning there's a difference between microfiber cloths and "fine" microfiber cloths. He always cleans with a regular microfiber cloth but finishes (polishes) with a "fine" microfiber cloth. Maybe the Norwich fall into the "fine" category?

[@9grotty]

Brilliant ,thankyou so much.perfect explanation.regards from Republic of Ireland

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You're very welcome! And thank you so much for watch.

[@addiejones1912]

Thank you so much for this video on cleaning air fryer ovens. I have the Oster one from QVC and this is what I needed to watch. Also subscribed to your channel. Again, Thank YOU!!!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Awe yay glad I could hero!

[@anitarajput11]

You are indeed the best cleaner on the planet

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Haha, I am a little obsessed with cleaning I think. lol

[@coletted4591]

Thanks so much for breaking your tips down step by step! Super helpful!!👍🏽

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so welcome!

[@johnanthony6214]

Thanks for inspireing me to look at my 3 month old hysapienta which is very scimilar to yours .Idont have a steam cleanner ,so i will put some boiled water in and turn the oven on for a few minutes .How often do you sugest we do this

[@traci5847]

Thanks for the tips!! The hardest place for me to clean is the bars by the heating elements in the Omni Plus. I'll be giving your tips a try. In case you would like to continue cleaning the Omni/Plus without harsh chemicals, you can use the Norwex polishing cloth after wiping down with the regular cloth for a polished look. They also have a stainless cloth now too.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh I love my Norwex polishing cloth and the windows cloth. I had no idea they had a stainless cloth though. I might have to get one of those! Thanks for the tip.

[@snewton816]

i have a similar issue with that spot. this thing is a nightmare to clean I regret buying.

[@2468675]

upbeat informative and worthwhile watching. I hope her other stuff is as good.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I hope so too. 😁😉

[@a1930ford]

When cleaning my filthy microwave oven over the past few years, I just put in a coffee cup filled with a half and half mixture of water and vinegar. I set it on high for about 3-4 minutes and then remove the cup. I can then wipe down the microwave walls, top and bottom and the grease and grime all comes right off with no special effort. I have done this with all sorts of spatters and grease or globs and grime that were on the walls and all of the microwave and made it look so very filthy at the time. I have even done this with my oven, but generally the self-cleaning function seems to work best with it. I have not tried this in my Omni Plus, but I can't see why it would not work there, just as it does with the microwave. Zep really does make some great products, as you said. You may give this a try and see if it works for you or not. Like say, I have not tried it in my Omni Plus, but I just used it for the first time last night. Nice video.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Thank you so much and that is a great idea. I clean my microwave the same way. I have not tried it in the air fryer, but I do know that the air fryer evaporates water very quickly and it might be too hot and have too much air flow to create enough steam to melt the grease. If you try it, I would love to know how it works for you. :)

[@jonnyboat2]

I never knew of this way to clean a microwave. That sounds like a great idea.

[@colombogoyita]

Great video eith tons of information. Thank you!. I've been looking on hiw to do mine and tge onez I've watch they never addressed the area of the heating element. Great idea of the steamer. Could you tell me the brand please. THANK YOU again

[@missmojitoos]

This was so helpful! I have the vortex plus and was wondering how to remove all the baked grease on the sides. Thank you for sharing!

[@Bananacake4680]

Thank you so much for the good tips to clean the air fryer. But how do you clean the inside hard grease of the top electrical element if you don’t have the steam cleaner?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. It can be really hard and honestly after cooking just wipe it down best you can. You can use a cleaning brush or bottle brush to get into tight airwaves but in the end it's a very hard place to clean. One of the downfalls. A good tip is to never cook anything that splatters on the top rack.

[@Bananacake4680]

Thank you for your reply.

[@cplxrh]

If you want to clean the sides turn it on end, if you want to clean the top, turn it upside down, the back wall, Lay it on its back......why make it hard for yourself!

[@richardchicago]

Very good and instructive video. It's so important to let racks and pans soak in soapy water and allow the oven to cool down before wiping the inner surfaces. Makes everything very much easier. I'm making your recipe for tied pork roast rotisserie today :)

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Thank you very much. I've been wanting to do a cleaning video for a while. I hope you liek the pork, it's one of my favorite ways to cook it. The closest I have come to the way we cook whole pork in a pit. The next thing I want to try on the rotisserie is slicing meat and stacking it like Lebanese shwarma or Mexian al pastor.

[@richardchicago]

@@LanaUnderPressure Can I send a photo of the roast someplace on the website? My rub was a combination of creole seasoning, mojo (just a bit), and applewood rub seasoning. It's cooking now and my kitchen is perfumed. :)

[@shannatyndall6625]

I put white vinegar in a bowl in the microwave and heat it up a little and it loosens up the grease. Then I use the warm vinegar in a sponge and the grease just wipes right off. You can also add the baking soda in the bowl and after the fizzy action clean with that. I'm wondering how this would work in the air fryer?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I do that for my microwave too. I think in the air fryer the water would evaporate or turn into steam way too slow to fill the oven enough to cut down the grease. But it's worth a shot.

[@Pbs400]

I’m going to try this on my ninja oven! Mine is horrible right now and I’ve tried everything but the baking soda. Thank you!!

[@treasuresnownthen]

Awesome!! Thanks for a "real" video that truly helps!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You're welcome!

[@lizziestoxen5649]

Thanks for the videos. Very informative. I have the Omni plus and I also have the cylinder heating elements stained brown on the top after one use, and nothing I do will get it off. The bottom ones have grease stains that will not come off no matter I try, and the bottom of the glass panel in the door has collected so much grease. I tried to steam clean it out and it just made it spread out even more. I might need to try and disassemble it and scrape it out because it’s nasty.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh goodness, that would drive me crazy! Build up grease on the heating elements is almost impossible to get off. One trick fopr the bottom heating element is if you are using a mode that doesn;t use the bottom heating elements, I cover the whole bottom in foil and push it down in the middle so all the grease and juices accumulate there. As for the door, I would be careful about disassembling it. One thing I found was I took a think paper towel on a toothpick and wedged it under the glass on the underside. then I used the steam cleaner and it helped to collect the grease rather than just push it to the side.

[@amygaskin7662]

Thanks 4 the Video! Very Helpful! Put Clear Nailpolish over the Numbers etc! Works a Treat!

[@ericfischer996]

My Omni plus should be here on Wednesday..Can't wait! Oh Lana, I didn't know about your Amazon connection. I'm sorry now that I didn't use your special link. Eric

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are too sweet. No worries, I'm just glad you got one. You are going to love it! Happy cooking and stay safe.

[@daniellang6112]

what a trooper! she is on my team! great video.

[@lorae7]

Have you tried using peroxide with the baking soda? I make a paste with baking soda and peroxide for my stainless juicer - let it sit and the next morning it wipes clean super easy

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oooo no I haven't but I will give it a try! Thank you.

[@bettyescookingchannel]

Thanks for sharing your cleaning tips on Omni Plus.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so welcome!

[@bethadair539]

Thanks for the information. Will the baking soda work on "non-stick" accessories? I have a power xl and it has been a pain to clean the interior. Especially where the air fryer fan is. I have made eggs in the special egg/muffin accessory. The recipe book says to spray the pan with cooking spray. The first time it was a little hard to clean. I didn't spray it the second time and I think it was better. Forgetting to not spray again today, it was the worst. I have let it soak in hot water and dish soap. I have used a non-scratch sponge and it won't come clean. I have completed this cycle several times and no luck. Any ideas please? Thanks in advance for your help.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Oh no that does sound awful. I think it would be fine to do on a non-stick surface since the Vortex Plus is non-stick inside and it works well. Good luck!

[@binhmurray1694]

Thanks very much , I used baking soda but I didn’t keep more longer time.

[@Sararosa077beautyandnails]

I’m gonna have to make vinyl stickers for my omni plus 😢. Btw I ordered the newest omni plus and pro 😊. Beside these air fryers my other favorite is one from Goodwise and the Princess house one. Learned a lot how to use the instant airfryers from you.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I love vinyl stickers, lol. I put them everywhere.

[@Sararosa077beautyandnails]

Nowadays I do vinyl stickers for a living. Love it 🥰. I am organizing my kitchen, nail studio and craftstudio, I’m having a blast making cute vinyl labels for everything 😅

[@yournamehere210satx]

Love this video. Very informative. Plus I’ve been searching around KZbin on how to properly clean my air fryer. I don’t have a vortex but it’s the Emril 360. Now, what if I don’t have a steamer like that? Any alternative you’d recommend?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

The best advise I can give you is if you wrote it down after each user, you won't need to deep clean it at all.

[@johall5721]

Got some really good points. I have a Moosoo and want it to look better. Thanks.

[@josephchristianruiz6581]

Thanks for the video, had hunch that baking soda might do the trick, so atleast I can get rid of the baked grease that was formed up top. Saw a video days ago of an air fryer burned up, good thing the 4 year old daughter called his dad regarding about it and he had to pull it out while it's burning and plastic dripping everywhere. Had my air fryer for 4 months now and I clean the basket after I use it. Although gotta perform a deep clean near the heating element just to make sure that it won't be a fire hazard like the one in the video.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

OMg I saw that video too!

[@billie4907]

Great job. Ty i needed this video. Appreciate your time. You're a smart cookie.

[@hawnbiz]

Here’s a great tip for those that have a Vortex Plus! Costco sells these pre-cut aluminum sheets, which fits the bottom drip tray perfectly. Use this and change as needed so you don’t have to wash it as often.

[@terrikosmulski9082]

So does the dollar store

[@ironmikelo.8839]

That's not the problem, it's the rest of the inside

[@thesaguaro6080]

Works for Omni Plus also!

[@leonardothefabulous3490]

Or, use aluminum foil.

[@maryfreedberg5866]

love your video's planned on buying something else and came across you...god was with me...your awesome...but really need more info on th steam cleaner...it's for my daughter who is a type 1 diabetic and her husband is also....she is so so scared of the covid 19 and I would love to buy this for her...god bless you and THANK YOU....your new follower ....Mary

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Thank you so much Mary, you are so sweet. I can relate to your daughter's fear. We live in NYC and my husband has a congenital heart defect and diabetes, so we were in quarantine and lock down in the beginning of March. It's really scary and I bought the steam cleaner specifically to sanitize things like my grocery bags, keys, etc. When I was looking for a steam cleaner I watched a few youtube videos on reviews and this one seemed to have the most power and be the most versatile for the money. So far I really love it. It doesn't clean grout and tile as well as I thought it would but for sanitizing and getting into tight spaces, it's awesome. Prayers and healthy vibes to you and your family. Stay safe and happy cooking.

[@sharonlatour6230]

These aren't even dirty!!!! Even before she cleaned them! Cool, you found something that worked!!

[@accidrainn1334]

I have had my Omni since this video came out & now it's time to deep clean it so I'm back to watching again.. Yes, my letters came off using a stainless cleaner now .. I'm scared to use it .. I don't know what to do with all baked on black stuff .. I can't just put it in the sink & I dunno if I should just wash it in a Rubbermaid & just dump it in the garbage can lol Ugh.. this is why I haven't cleaned it yet 🤣 Dawn Powerwash is amazing I discovered it this year & it is my favorite 🤗

[@LanaUnderPressure]

It can be frustrating and I agree Dawn Powerwash is fantastic. I have used it a few times and it has worked on the stuff that's not really baked on. You can use a scrub pad, just use a light touch. They definitely don't make this appliance easy to clean.

[@The1Prince91]

Very good video I as well like my air fryer/over to look new so thanks for the TIPS

[@LanaUnderPressure]

** I am so sorry it took me so long to reply. I returned to teach at my son's high school to help with their teacher shortage due to COVID. It has really cut down on my time to do anything else. Sorry.** You are so welcome!

[@pegasus514]

thanx for the info. at my age, i do not clean. i have help. however, i could never expect that type of deep, deep cleaning. i think they need new engineers. should not b that difficult to keep something clean. hence i will never buy an appliance like that. love your videos. so informative.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I agree. But I will say that if you wipe it down after each use, you really don't need to deep clean it. Maybe once every 5 months if that, but it's not necessary. That's just to keep it looking brand new. But I get a lot of questions about cleaning from people who didn't wipe it down after each use thinking it was more like a standard oven.

[@mariadelrosariorodriguez]

The best cleaning the Ninja Air flyer with getting wet on the coil what I can use we bake a lot😊

[@cindydo9006]

Thank you for these great tips. I have the Philips airfryer but look at the Cusinart big oven now so l know what to do for cleaning when l get them. Much appreciated 👍🙏

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I'm so glad I could hero. If you wipe it down after every use with a Norwex cloth, you won't ever need to deep clean it. Also, I haven't tried this method with other brands so make sure you read the instruction manual and it allows using baking soda. This brand does.

[@trishr.3986]

Hi Lana! Thank you for the cleaning instructions! I have heard of Norwex, but not tried the products. I rarely buy paper towels (except for oven cleaner as a last resort). I like Dobie scrubbie sponges because they are gentle, do not shed, and I put them in a laundry bag to wash with kitchen laundry. They are a cheery yellow too! Do you think it would be okay to spritz vinegar on the baking soda after the overnight setting time? I just buy the big bags of baking soda, since I use it quite a bit. As well as white vinegar. I am hyper-sensitive to chemical commercial products, so I am happy with a tried and true safe product.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. I heard of using the vinegar and baking soda technique on ovens but I haven't tried it on this oven. I wonder if it would discolor the metal? I will say that if you wipe it clean after every use, you really will not need to deep clean it at all. Hope this helps.

[@carolr4871]

I loved your video, but I think I'm going to try the water and vinegar trick first before doing all that scrubbing. BTW, cheap glass cleaner works great on stainless steel, too.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Thank you. This video is really for those who need to deep clean. I don't do this much because I wipe down after cooking every time. It's more for baked on grease where people cook in the oven without cleaning it form the last time. Good luck!

[@jackii1982]

Whats the water and vinegar trick?! Please share 🤗

[@celiakramer9950]

If I am not air frying in my Vortex, but baking or broiling, I cover the trays with cheap, pre-cut foil from Dollar Tree. Works great to keep the trays nice and clean.

[@suew4609]

I didn’t know about the pre-cut foil. Thanks! I always cover my trays with foil and run them in the dishwasher as necessary!

[@fanofcanes44]

THANKS for all your help and advise....much apprenticed. great video

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so welcome! Happy cooking and stay safe!

[@rosalache4581]

Thank you excellent cleaning tips.

[@HarperPolo]

Thank you for this thorough video!!! 🎉

[@anamercado6051]

Awesome job. Thanks very much and keep making helpful videos.

[@raydient1]

Hi Lana! Thank you for the videos. They're very helpful. Especially because you go into plenty of details that the company left out. I'd like to know if you clean the heating elements? Mines had black marks on it the second time that I used it. And trying to clean it was draining. I'm sure that using a foam brush would make cleanup easier. Also, have you ever tried using cooking food on two levels at the same time? If so, did the heat distribute evenly? Thanks again.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

I'm so sorry it took me so long to respond. Usually I get back within a day, but my internet had been out for 2 weeks due to the tropical storm. It can be tough getting those stains off the heating elements. Try using a scrub sponge, but with light pressure. If it won't come off then it's stained into the heating elements and though it is unsightly, it won't affect the cooking. As for cooking on 2 levels, I often stack a second basket on top of the basket that comes with the Omni and it works great. I have a blog post about accessories and I show you the basket I use. Hope this helps.

[@babydoll5480]

This is great info!! I’m adding all the items to my shopping list to get today!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Sorry it took so long for me to get back to you, my internet was out for 2 weeks due to the tropical storm. Thank you so much for your kind words and I am so glad you find them helpful. Happy cooking and stay safe!

[@SteveInJoplin51]

thank you ... i have been scratching my head for weeks.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Awe you are so welcome!

[@mazekid]

Hey Lana my mom and I love your content ! We just wanted to ask you if we should be concerned with bacteria or germs due to not being able to clean the heating elements or past it for the omni air fryer toaster oven? Again love your stuff! :)

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! I am so glad you and your mom find my videos helpful. To answer your question, the heat is so intense that there is no worries about bacteria at all. I have tested the temperature during the preheating stage and even though the oven itself doesn't have a thermometer, the time on preheat is more than enough for it to come to temperature, so any bacteria would be eradicated before even adding food. And even if you don't preheat, after you remove food the oven stay very hot inside for long enough to kill any bacteria which there really wouldn't be any because the heat. Hope this helps. Have a wonderful Holiday and wishing you both a Happy and safe New Year!

[@mazekid]

@@LanaUnderPressure Woa so honored to have you reply :D! Thank you so much for the detailed information! You are seriously the bomb! Hope you had amazing new years.

[@anshuchoudhary5081]

+Lana Under Pressure, thank you for posting this video. It's really helpful. I also have an air fryer that has I have two questions for the video: 1. I also have an Air Fryer Oven in July of 2020. It's a Kalorik, but it has the same items: the basket, tray, etc. Will the cleaning products (Baking soda, Stainless steel spray, etc) suggested work for cleaning the Kalorik air fryer oven as well? I have also tried using branded name cleaning products, such as Limeaway and glass cleaners in the past and those products did not work. 2. What should I use to clean the glass doors of the air fryer? I have tried using alcohol prep swab wips in the past and they did not get 100% of the baked grease off. Once again, this video is really helpful. Thanks a million.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. I don't have the Kalorik, so I am not sure what they recommend. As long as it doesn't have a non-stick coating, it should be fine to try this method. My best advice I can give any owner of an air fryer oven is to make sure never to cook in it without cleaning it (just wiping it down first) because the super heated air bakes the stains right in. I have heard that the cleaner from the dollar store (I think it is called Awesome) has worked for some people. I was thinking of trying it out and maybe doing a review if it works). You can use a scrub brush to get off the stains on the door just don't scrub too too hard. For the glass, degreasers are good just let them sit for a 5 to 10 minutes.

[@anshuchoudhary5081]

@@LanaUnderPressure okay, thank you for the detailed and helpful advice. I will give these methods a try.

[@richardwype7622]

Well made and helpful. Thank you.

[@priscillanuno9248]

Is there some sort of empty cooking cycle we need to do to the instant Omni? To burn off any chemicals from the company? Thanks! Loved the video.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. Yes, so when you first get it just run it at the highest heat on bake for 20 mins and that should take care of it.

[@victrolux]

I, personally, was not happy with how long the new plastic smell persisted. 20 min didn’t do it for me. So I wound up running it outside on my back deck (where we have a power outlet) in 60 minute sessions totaling approx 3-4 hours over a few days. That weakened the plastic smell quite a bit (80%?). At first I thought it would never improve. But it did significantly by the last few sessions.

[@yaababby1]

Nice video, very well articulated!

[@lindaveres6620]

Thank you!!! You are priceless!!! Love the video and thank you for it!!! Have a Blessed Day!!!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Awe thank you so much!

[@janetpardo2979]

Thank you this was exactly what I needed!

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Yay so glad!

[@mummakesitizzy]

Nice & clear, very informative

[@KimberleyB]

What would happen if you went right to the steam cleaner? Would that loosen the baked-on stuff so you could avoid the whole baking soda paste thing?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

yeah, I thought that too but I found if the grease is really baked on, you have to leave the steam on it for such a long time to melt it enough to wipe off that it doesn't save much time. I think it all depends how baked on the grease is. Sadly, if it's been baked on for a few cooks on high heat, not even the baking soda will work and you have to go with an oven cleaner.

[@spiceman7701]

It’s good to clean the air fryer after every used

[@jeff15221]

Hi Lana, thanks for all the great tips and recipes. You may have covered this at some point and I just missed it, but have you used a tray in the top position? (Meaning the top ledge under the heating element). After burning some items I realized that the tray slides in and protects the food from browning too fast. I would imagine it helps keep the heating element clean...at least cleaner than if exposed. I’m still experimenting a year in with the Vortex, but I typically keep a tray in that top position. Any thoughts on dos and don’ts with that? Thanks again for all the videos.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi. I actually show this tip in my recipe for cakes, brownies, and I discuss it in my new video on rack placement. It's a great tip and really mitigates the air flow and keeps things from over browning. Happy cooking and stay safe!

[@jeff15221]

Lana Under Pressure excellent! I’ll have to check it out. Thanks for the reply.

[@davaniruiz5136]

I have the Omni, I air fried 2 batches of wings and upon cleaning the oven afterwards I saw that the top tube heating elements had burnt on residue, any tips on getting that clean?

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are the third person who has mentioned that. I heard the same thing in my Facebook group. Neither of my ovens have that so I'm really not sure what would work. I would reach out to the company. That said, those people who had this happen, say it doesn't affect the cooking. My thought is it was residue from the factory that stained the tube once it was used. Especially since the people I know that have had this happen, the strain is on the upper part of the tube where the food shouldn't reach.

[@davaniruiz5136]

Lana Under Pressure thank you! Love all your videos 😊

[@dmac2807]

Thank You So Much. Your tips are excellent; obtain accessories perfect. Thanks again.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so welcome!

[@EduardoFigueroaAponte]

Hello Lana! I love your videos, they are very helpful and entertaining. I’m still waiting the delivery of the Instant Pot Omni Plus I bought online since your video helped me decide which to buy. Have you ever used “Bar Keepers Friend”? Is a really effective stainless still non-abrasive cleaner that take away any kind of resedues from cooking ware. I use it every day on my Lifetime cook ware set, that have more than 20 years of use and looks like new.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Hi! How exciting, I think you are going to love your Omni. I have tried Bar Keepers Friend. I use it on a lot of my appliances including my glass stove top. It's awesome. I had tried it on the Omni and I didn't find it to work. But I have the Bar Keepers in the spray bottle. Maybe the original will work.

[@EduardoFigueroaAponte]

Lana Under Pressure Great! Yes, I always use the original (powder) one with a wet cloth to rub on the residues, even in a long term stains, and it make them disappear. Is miraculous! Thank you for your response, I really appreciate it! ☺️

[@rubycarter2196]

Hi!! Thank you for the awesome tips. I have the air fryer power XL from Costco. I used your technique 3-4x. I just wiped my air fryer today and it’s still back on my walls.but my air fryer has openings so the baking power got inside and I’m scooping it out with a thin brush..I applied oven clean so hopefully tomorrow it’ll come out..do you have any other recommendations? This worked but not as good as you do it.

[@sienf5892]

Thank you for the information! I just wish there is a better to clean the ceiling :( or to prevent the residue built up on there

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so welcome. They don;t make it easy to reach the top, but I really don't find it matters much as far as cooking or smoking.

[@aoffel54]

@@LanaUnderPressure When cooking burgers or steaks I cover them with wax paper so the grease does not splatter as much. I haven't had any trouble doing this, but is it save?

[@leesahcage3297]

Excellent video. Thanks so much for all the great tips.

[@LanaUnderPressure]

You are so welcome!