Joan, doesn't the fat from normal grilling also drip through to the
drip tray? If not, then I'm wondering if I've got the thing set up
correctly. Thanks!
-- Ben

jes wrote:
> Ben, I agree. After a couple of those marathon cleaning sessions I put
> a warning to my husband of: "out of order" on the thing. He followed
> the mfr's directions of keeping the flame on and swiping with wet
> cloth. That simply made a horrendous mess dripping through and burning
> on to all the underneath parts.
>
> Now I make do with the broiler and the griddle which covers 2 burners.
> That thing is really wonderful, as I can cook an entire meal on it.
> Keep the back burner on low to keep something warm, and the front on
> high.
>
> It cleans up fairly easily and, being black, I don't know if it's
> showroom clean or not -- nor do I care.
>
> Joan