How to Clean a Nieco Broiler
The Nieco Automatic Broiler is used in a wide variety of commercial kitchens. This state-of-the-art broiler uses direct heat that adds the perfect char or crispiness to everything from steak to veggies. In order to keep it running at full strength, routine cleaning is a must. Below are the supplies and instructions for cleaning a Nieco Broiler daily.
This procedure is valid for JF62, JF63, JF64, JF93, JF94 and JF143 BroilVection™ models. If you require further assistance with preventative maintenance or repairs, please contact an authorized service technician for help.
Supplies to You'll Need:
- Degreaser
- OEM cleaning and sanitizer solutions
- Heat-resistant gloves
- Non-abrasive scrub pad
- Scratch pad
- Soft-bristle brush
- Small & large orifice brushes
- Shaft-cleaning tool
- Towels
- Compartment sink
Prepare the Broiler
Before you begin any of the following cleanings, make sure to do the following:
- Step 1. Run the broiler without food – Let the unit run for 10 minutes without product to help residue and remnants burn off the chains.
- Step 2. Let the unit cool – Turn off the broiler and let it cool for about 30 minutes before you start disassembling. Run the ventilation hood the entire time the unit is cooling down.
- Step 3. Disassemble the unit - Remove the required components for the specific cleaning you are doing on the unit.
Cleaning Every 4 Hour
- Step 1. Clean components - At a sink, clean and rinse the meat guides, feeder cover and feeder base.
- Step 2. Sanitize components - Sanitize the meat guides, feeder cover and feeder base.
- Step 3. Rinse components - Rinse the meat guides, feeder cover and feeder base with water. Then let components air dry before reassembling the unit.
Daily Cleaning
- Step 1. Clean components - At a sink, clean and rinse the feeder cover, feeder housing, feeder base, meat guides, grease pan, grease trough, crumb tray, heat shield, bun slide, stripper blade, grease box, rear heat shield, awning, patty catch and sizzle plate.
- Step 2. Sanitize components - Sanitize all the cleaned components.
- Step 3. Rinse components - Rinse all the sanitized components with clean water. Then let everything air dry before reassembling.
- Step 4. Clean the lower burner - Clean the clogged holes of the lower burner with a stiff brush.
- Step 5. Clean the unit - Use the shaft cleaning tool to scrape each shaft on both belts on the discharge end. Make sure to reach the tool between the belt to scrape deposits from the inner shield.
- Step 6. Clean the release sheet - Use a damp cloth to clean the PTFE sheet. Then let it air dry before reinstalling.
Weekly Cleaning
- Step 1. Perform daily cleaning - Start by going through the daily cleaning procedure.
- Step 2. Clean the upper burner - Use a stiff brush to clean the upper burner.
- Step 3. Clean the air boxes - Use a stiff brush and a paper clip to clean the air boxes and unclog any holes.
- Step 4. Clean the Incendalyst - Rinse the Incendalyst with clean water. Then let it air dry before reinstalling.
- Clean components - At a sink, clean and rinse the chimney and cover. Then let them air dry before reinstalling.
Monthly Cleaning
Clean the Main Burner Orifices
At least once a month or as needed, clean the main burner orifices with a small-orifice brush.
Clean the Flame Sensor
At least once a month or as needed, clean the flame sensor by doing the following:
- Remove the control box cover and ceramic boot – Start by removing the cover on the left-side control box. Then remove the ceramic boot from the back of the flame sensor.
- Remove the flame sensor – Unfasten the wing nut that holds the flame sensor and remove it from the unit.
- Clean the sensor's tip – Use a dry, clean scrub pad to clean the metal tip on the flame sensor.
Preventative Maintenance Checklist
As you conduct thorough cleanings and routine inspections of your unit, make sure to check off tasks as you go. Our checklist below allows you to keep tabs of each maintenance task and inspections of key components.
Download or print our Nieco preventative maintenance checklist.
Need more help cleaning a Nieco broiler? Check out our collection of Nieco manuals for more assistance.