Is it normal for the heating element to get dirty?

Pixalated · Feb 13, 2012

I used a heat stick in my last brew, and noticed that the heating element was covered in gunk after I took it out. It looked like rust, but I am guessing it's hot break and hop debris. I was able to wipe it pretty easily using some bar keeper's friend. Is that normal?

gunner65 · Feb 13, 2012

Normal

Pixalated · Feb 13, 2012

Thank you for the fast reply.

pvtschultz · Feb 13, 2012

Yup, I just clean mine off (eKeggle) with PBW solution and toilet brush. The brush of course is kept away from the other "brew" pot...

seatbelt123 · Feb 15, 2012

I think it's normal. Here's what mine look like after a session. Crud easily comes off with a sponge and water.

Pixalated · Feb 15, 2012

Thank you for the picture. This is exactly what mine looked like. And yeah, it cleaned really fast.

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