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of any food grime and buildup, especially near the motor head. Let all pieces dry thoroughly
before reassembling.
Frequency: Clean bowl and paddle after every use; deep clean every 10 uses.
 Oven
Nothing's worse than heating up your oven to cook dinner, only to be met with the stinky
fumes and trace of smoke that signify burned-on food. Prevent this smelly situation by
regularly cleaning your oven. After each use, look for food remnants on the oven floor,
sides, and grates. Always use a baking sheet, and be especially careful when cooking drip-
prone foods, such as pies. To deep clean your oven, use heat to loosen up the debris. Then
attack the remains with baking soda, vinegar, and soapy water.