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If you can "freeze" the coil with ice cubes wrapped around it, you can chip most of the plastic off the heating element. A short, fairly sharp knife is the best tool for this, as it will allow you the most control of the edge of the tool. You can then apply a wire brush to the element, and with some willingness and elbow grease, you can finish the job. It will be tedious, but it can be done with patience and perseverance. A hint of the plastic might remain "out of reach" of the brush, and a couple of cycles might effect removal of that last little bit. But most of the work is yours to do. Remember that your approach here is a mechanical one, and not a chemical one. Also, make a quick call to or drop by at an appliance expert's place of business and just ask a quick question or two. You should be able to get some hints from these folks, as this is their business. With tact and some brief and direct questions (so as to avoid taking up too much of their time), a bit of assistance should be forthcoming.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 15y agoDon't even try. My apartment caught fire when the plastic got too hot on the heating coil. Just buy a new heating coil and replace it.
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