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Cleaning and Maintenance
CAUTION:
Always turn off the gas supply before cleaning.
This appliance is not water proof.
Do not use water jet spray to clean this appliance.
General
Clean the griddle regularly. A clean appliance looks better, will last longer and will perform better.
Carbonised grease on the surface or on the griddle plate will hinder the transfer of heat from the
cooking surface to the food. This will result in loss of cooking efficiency.
DO NOT use water on the griddle plate while this item is still hot as warping and cracking may occur.
Allow the griddle plate to cool down before cleaning.
NOTE:
• DO NOT use abrasive detergents, strong solvents or caustic detergents as they could corrode or
damage the griddle.
• In order to prevent the forming of rust on the griddle plate, ensure that any detergent or cleaning
material has been completely removed after each cleaning. The appliance should be switched on
briefly to ensure the griddle plate becomes dry. Oil or grease should be spread over the griddle
surface in order to form a thin protective greasy film.
To keep your griddle clean and operating at peak efficiency, follow the procedures shown below:-
AFTER EACH USE:
1.
Clean the griddle with a scraper tool to remove any food debris.
2.
Always ensure that the scraper tool blades are changed regularly to ensure that the scraper tool
works efficiently and prevents damage to the griddle plate surface.
INITIAL CLEANING:
Prior to operating your new griddle, thoroughly wash the griddle surface and the exterior with a
mild detergent or soap solution. Do not use abrasive cleaners since this might damage the cabinet
finish. If the stainless steel surfaces become discolored, scrub by rubbing only in the direction of
the finished grain.
DAILY CLEANING:
1.
Always turn unit off and allow it to cool completely before cleaning. Clean thoroughly before first use.
2.
After each use, clean the griddle with wire brush or flexible spatula.
3.
Once a day, thoroughly clean splash back, sides and front. Remove the grease drawer, empty it and wash
it out.
4.
Once a week, clean the griddle surface thoroughly. If necessary, use a griddle stone, wire brush or
steel wool on the surface. Rub with the grain of the metal while the griddle is still warm. A detergent
may be used on the plate surface to help clean it; but, care must be taken to be sure the detergent is
thoroughly removed. After removal of the detergent, the surface of the plate should then be covered
with a thin film of oil to prevent rusting. Clean stainless surfaces with a damp cloth and polish with a
soft dry cloth. To remove discoloration, use a nonabrasive cleaner. After each "weekly" cleaning, the
griddle must be seasoned again. If the griddle usage is very high, the "weekly" cleaning procedures
may be done more often than once a week.
NOTE
: Parts protected by the manufacturer or his agent are not to be adjusted by the installer, unless the
installer is an authorized service agent.
