OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE
All units are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove any visible signs of dirt, oil or grease
remaining from the manufacturing process.
Open Tops & Broilers
The top grates should be removed and washed before use. With these removed it will be possible to remove
plastic ties holding the burners in place for shipment.
Hot Top
The hot top is made of cast iron and should be seasoned before use. To season, pour a small amount of
cooking oil on the top. With a cloth, spread the oil over the entire surface to create a thin film. Wipe off
any excess oil with a cloth. Turn burner on very low and allow top to heat up gradually for about 2 hours.
Repeat this procedure a second time before regular use. This will resist cracking of the cast iron and ensure
a longer life.
Griddle
New griddles should be seasoned as follows:
1.
Clean the griddle surface thoroughly with hot soapy water to remove the protective oil coating wiped
on at the factory.
2.
Rinse with a mixture of ¼ cup vinegar to one-quart water.
3.
Spread unsalted shortening or liquid frying compound evenly over the entire griddle surface.
4.
Turn all griddle burners to medium or thermostats to 350 degrees and wait until the shortening
begins to smoke, then turn the burners off.
5.
Rub the now melted shortening into the griddle surface with a cloth covering the entire surface.
6.
Let the griddle cool, then repeat steps 3,4, & 5.
7.
When the griddle is cool after the second seasoning, wipe it once again with a thin film of shortening
or cooking oil.
Oven
Before using the new oven be sure all packing material is removed from the oven. Remove any plastic ties
that may have been used to hold the oven racks in place for shipping. Wipe down the oven interior of any
dirt or debris that may be left from shipping. On initial lighting, turn the oven to 250 degrees and operate
for one hour, then reset the thermostat to its maximum and operate for another hour. This will burn off any
solvents remaining on the unit. At the end of this second hour, turn the thermostat off, open the door and let
cool.
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