How to Clean Your Bread Machine

Sometimes, the user’s manual that comes with your Gluten Bread Machine won’t provide any information on tips about the maintenance and cleaning of the machine. However, it is a must to actually do a regular cleaning, such as oiling the bread pan kneading shafts. This must be done so that the bread pan can move freely and this is also a good way to avoid any rust from getting into the machine. Many Bread Machines, such as the Zojirushi BBCCX20, are naturally easy to clean and wipe down.

Some Bread Machine owners don’t realize that cleaning their machine regularly will actually save them a lot of money. See, the most common reason why a machine usually gets busted is because of poor maintenance. And once it gets damaged, you have no choice but to buy another one. Having a scheduled cleaning and maintenance will not only save you money, but it also eliminates any unnecessary costs that you might incur in case it suddenly stops working.

How to clean and maintain your gluten free bread machine

Step 1: Wipe down the bread machine

So how do you clean your Bread Machine? First, start by scraping any residues off out of your bread maker. Remove those tiny pieces of bread crusts that usually cling right into the surface of the machine. For objects that are so difficult to remove, use a small cloth to wipe it out. Be sure to soak the cloth in warm water before wiping it to the object. Never use any sharp tools when scraping these things off, otherwise, the coating of your bread makers will come off.

Step 2: Remove the Paddles

Next thing to do is to remove the paddle out. Once removed, soak it in warm water in order to wipe away those tiny pieces of dough and cooked bread that’s sticking in it. Clean the inside part of the paddle as well. Once you’re done with the paddle, it’s time to clean the pans.

Step 3: Clean the bread machine pans

Remove the pan out and clean it using a sponge with warm water and dish washing liquid. Usually, these pans are coated with Teflon, therefore cleaning it should be very convenient. After washing, dry these pans by wiping it with warm cloth.
The last part is cleaning the machine itself. You actually don’t need to wash the bread maker with water. You just have to use a piece of cloth that has been dampened with warm soapy water. Be very careful not to allow any droplets of liquid to seep right through the smaller parts of the electronic components of the machine. When not in use, it is best to cover the bread maker with an appliance cover so to avoid dusts and dirt from getting to it. Once you’re done with cleaning the machine, put the paddle and the pan back, by making sure that all parts are totally dried off. Never leave these parts wet, and you should enjoy your bread machine for years to come.