How to Clean a Foreman Lean Mean Grill

Salton invented an indoor appliance that capitalized on grilling's health benefits.

Salton teamed with boxer George Foreman in 1994 to help market its new product, the George Foreman Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine, after his comeback and 1994 heavyweight title. As of 2010, consumers had purchased more than 100 million grills. The grills have a nonstick surface, allowing most food particles and residue to be wiped away with ease. If you have a grill with removable plates, you can place the grill plates in the dishwasher.

Things You'll Need

• Nylon scrubbing pad or George Foreman Grill Sponge
• Dish soap or nonabrasive cleaner
• Paper towel

Instructions

1. Wet the grill sponge or nylon scrubbing pad with hot water.

2. Apply a small amount of dish soap to the sponge, or put the soap directly onto the grill plate.

3. Wipe and scrub the grill plate with the sponge, making sure to remove all grease and food particles.

4. Rinse the grill plate with hot water, removing all the soap.

5. Wipe the outside of the grill with a warm, damp cloth. Use a mild, nonabrasive cleanser such as dish soap if needed. Rinse if you use soap. Dry with a soft paper towel or cloth.

Tips & Warnings

• The George Foreman Grill Sponge is designed with five grooves that fit between the grooves on all George Foreman Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machines. The sponges are manufactured with a polyester sponge and scouring pad.

• Removable grill plates can be cleaned in the dishwasher.

• Never use steel wool or abrasive cleaners on your grill plates. This can cause scratches or other damage to the plates.

References

• George Foreman Healthy Cooking: Grill Plate Troubleshooting
• George Foreman Healthy Cooking: Usage and Cleaning

Resources

• George Foreman Healthy Cooking: Grill Sponge