Best way to clean the auger tube and tray:
Disassemble immediately after use (unplug first).
Scrape out all meat/fat first with a plastic scraper or paper towel—don’t use water yet.
Wash with hot water + dish soap, using a long bottle brush to scrub inside the auger tube and all corners of the tray.
Rinse with very hot water to remove grease completely.
Sanitize (food-safe sanitizer or diluted vinegar), then rinse if needed.
Dry completely with a towel and air dry fully before reassembly.
By vevor