Hottop Model d - Cleaning and Maintenance

[JavaB]

Re: Hottop Model d - Cleaning and Maintenance

I would like a similar thing that would do 500 or 1 kg

So would a LOT of roasters.....

But unfortunately you then move into far more expensive territory (except for the Corretto, barbeque drum roaster etc).....

Anything above 300gms commercially made is a quantum leap in price (possibly as the manufacturers see them more as a commercial "sample" roaster rather than a home roaster....) and they assume far lower volume of sales.

Also getting enough heat using electricity - especially at the 1kg level becomes a significant problem.... requiring more than a 10A supply... generally 1Kg and above are gas fired.

But it would be nice none the less!

[JavaB]

Re: Hottop Model d - Cleaning and Maintenance

. Do you think its possible to put the drum cover (the front part with the viewing window) in the dishie too?  

Mmmmm.... I wouldnt recommend doing that!

Unlike the drum and the cooling tray (which are stainless steel) the front cover is a chromed casting of a fairly soft metal. The glass retaining "frame" is also held on with small screws. Water and detergent may well remove some of the chrome and attack the metal underneath.... and it will penetrate the tapped screw holes and possibly start corrosion which will make it impossible to remove them at a later date.

I disassemble mine and place the parts in a sink with hot water and dish washing detergent (manual dish washing detergent).... leave them soaking for a while and any coffee oils just wipe off.... let the parts dry thoroughly (no water in the tapped holes) and then re-assemble.

[newbiesnob]

Re: Hottop Model d - Cleaning and Maintenance

Thanks Java B, I did wonder about that! Also, is it easy to replace the bakelite handle on the chute cover? I broke mine last night when i was roasting outside (poor light)

[gregpullman]

Re: Hottop Model d - Cleaning and Maintenance

We do have spare chute covers but not just the handle on its own. The complete chute covers including handle are $15 plus post.

[newbiesnob]

Re: Hottop Model d - Cleaning and Maintenance

Thanks Greg Are they in stock in Perth with Robin or with you in Adelaide?

[gregpullman]

Re: Hottop Model d - Cleaning and Maintenance

Theres a pallet of roasters and parts on their way from Fremantle wharf to Robin this morning, so Id say he should have them available later today or tomorrow. Best to email him your request as we dont advertise spare parts on our site.

[newbiesnob]

Re: Hottop Model d - Cleaning and Maintenance

Thanks Greg, will email him this week!