How often do you clean your evaporator pan?
I have a small set up: 16x30x6 evaporator pan on propane. I only plan on boiling on weekends.
How often should I thoroughly clean my evaporator pan? Is it ok to simply rinse the pan after every use or should I do a deeper clean with white vinegar each time?
Thanks for the advice.
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