How to clean the outside of a deep fat fryer?

Cleaning the outside of a deep fat fryer can be challenging, but there are several effective solutions available. To remove grease and grease build-up from the exterior, HG grease away provides a powerful degreaser that is safe to use on all surfaces, including stainless steel and aluminium. If your fryer is made from stainless steel or aluminium, HG stainless-steel cleaner is particularly suitable for achieving a streak-free finish. Household solutions such as mixtures of warm water and washing-up liquid, water and white vinegar, or lemon juice with water can also be used, although they may not always give the best result. Regular cleaning and proper maintenance are essential to keep the outside of your fryer clean. Always check the manufacturer's care instructions before you begin.

HG solutions for cleaning the outside of a deep fat fryer

For thorough cleaning of the exterior of your fryer, HG offers the following solutions:

• Use HG grease away to remove grease and grease build-up from the outside of your fryer. This extremely powerful degreaser is safe to use on all surfaces, including stainless steel, aluminium, plastic, natural stone and ceramic. Turn the nozzle a quarter turn, spray onto the surface, allow it to work for a few seconds and remove the grease with a cloth dampened with warm water. Repeat the process if necessary depending on the level of soiling.
• For stainless steel or aluminium fryers, use HG stainless-steel cleaner. This product removes grease, dirt and fingerprints and provides a completely streak-free result. It also leaves an invisible protective layer that helps prevent new dirt from sticking. Shake before use and spray lightly from approximately 20 cm away, then wipe clean with a soft cloth.

Regular cleaning of the exterior helps maintain both hygiene and appearance. For more information about cleaning your deep fat fryer, you can also consult our air fryer cleaning tips.

Household solutions for cleaning the outside of your fryer

There are several household methods that can be used to clean the outside of a deep fat fryer, although these methods are not always equally effective and should be used carefully to avoid damage:

• Use warm water mixed with washing-up liquid and apply with a soft cloth or sponge, then rinse thoroughly with clean water.
• Apply a mixture of equal parts water and white vinegar, allow to work briefly and wipe clean with a damp cloth.
• Use a mixture of lemon juice and water to help loosen grease deposits from the soiled areas of the exterior.

These solutions can help, but they should be used carefully to avoid damage. If in doubt, or for stubborn grease, we recommend choosing HG grease away directly, or for a stainless steel or aluminium fryer, HG stainless-steel cleaner.

Causes of a soiled deep fat fryer exterior

The outside of a fryer can become dirty for several reasons:

• Grease splashes during frying can land on the outside of the pan and become baked on.
• Dust and dirt settling over time from the surrounding area can accumulate on the outside of the fryer.
• Use of unsuitable cleaning methods or incorrect cleaning products can lead to a soiled or damaged exterior.
• Lack of regular cleaning can cause dirt to build up and become harder to remove.

To prevent build-up and keep the outside of your fryer from becoming dirty in the future, you can take the following steps: clean regularly with a damp cloth and mild cleaner, wipe down after use to remove grease splatters before they can bake on, and store the fryer properly in a clean, dry place when not in use. Following the manufacturer's care instructions will give you the best results and help prevent damage to your fryer.