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OPERATING THE GRILL
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR PIZZA STONE
1. Let the stone cool completely before attempting to clean.
2. Scrub the pizza stone thoroughly with a stone brush and flat edge scraper.
(We recommend the Cuisinart CCB-399 pizza stone brush)
3. If needed, use a damp wash cloth with hot water to help break up any burnt-on debris before brushing again.
4. If using water, let the stone air dry or dry it with a clean towel before storing.
Note:
Water will help to loosen debris on the stone, but is not necessary if you
can remove debris with the brush first. The less water you use on your stone
the better.
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GRIDDLE MODE
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• Make sure flame tamer has notch facing forward (see image below)
• Position the griddle plate into place with drain hole in the front.
• NOTE: Drain hole should be over the notch in the flame tamer.
• Preheat griddle on high setting for 10 minutes
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Note:
Wait for unit to
completely cool down before
switching out any cooking
surfaces.
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GRIDDLE PLATE SEASONING
Seasoning your griddle will help create a non-stick
surface for cooking while also protecting from any
rust. Seasoning your griddle plate is essential for
optimal performance and longevity.
When you receive your griddle it will already have a
thin layer of oil applied. This is to protect from rust in
shipping and storing.
FIRST SEASONING
Start by using some soapy water to wash off the shipping oil. This gives you a fresh and clean start.
Next, you’ll want to select your oil. Any oils you have around your kitchen will work fine for this process. (E.g. Sun-
flower Oil, Vegetable Oil, Soy Oil, Peanut Oil, Avocado Oil)
ADDITIONAL TIPS AND TRICKS
Water should be the only moisture that your stone is exposed to. Do not use any soap, cleaning chemicals, or oils
on your pizza stone. The pizza stone is made from cordierite stone which is a very porous material. It will absorb
liquids that are applied to it and will damage your stone over time. If you allow your stone to get too wet it will not
produce a crispy pizza crust. Liquids that are absorbed into your stone will affect the taste of your pizza as well.
When heating your stone for the first time you may experience an odor coming from the stone. This smell is from
the cordierite and is non-toxic. To help rid your stone of this smell, before the first use, heat your stone in your
oven for 30 minutes at 400+ degrees F. Keep windows and doors open for this process. On second use, most of
the smell will have dissipated.
