Form No. MCGM-0418
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MAINTENANCE
General
Hatco Multi Contact Grills are designed for maximum durability
and performance with minimum maintenance.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD:
• Turn OFF power switch, unplug power cord, and
allow unit to cool before performing any cleaning,
adjustments, or maintenance.
• DO NOT submerge or saturate with water. Unit is not
waterproof. Do not operate if unit has been submerged
or saturated with water.
• Do not steam clean or use excessive water on unit.
• This unit is not “jet-proof” construction. Do not use
jet-clean spray to clean this unit.
• Do not clean unit when it is energized or hot.
• Do not allow liquids to spill into unit.
• This unit must be serviced by qualified personnel only.
Service by unqualified personnel may lead to electric
shock or burn.
• Use only Genuine Hatco Replacement Parts when
service is required. Failure to use Genuine Hatco
Replacement Parts will void all warranties and may
subject operators of the equipment to hazardous
electrical voltage, resulting in electrical shock or burn.
Genuine Hatco Replacement Parts are specified to
operate safely in the environments in which they are
used. Some aftermarket or generic replacement parts
do not have the characteristics that will allow them to
operate safely in Hatco equipment.
This unit has no “user-serviceable” parts. If service
is required on this unit, contact an Authorized Hatco
Service Agent or contact the Hatco Service Department at
800-558-0607 or 414-671-6350.
CAUTION
BURN HAZARD: Allow unit to cool before performing any
cleaning, adjustments, or maintenance.
Daily Cleaning
To preserve the finish of the unit as well as maintain performance,
it is recommended that the unit be cleaned daily.
WARNING
Submerging or saturating unit with water may cause
serious injury, will damage the unit, and void unit warranty.
NOTICE
For steel surfaces, use non-abrasive cleaners and cloths
only. Abrasive cleaners and cloths could scratch finish of
unit, marring its appearance and making it susceptible to
soil accumulation.
Do not use harsh chemicals such as bleach, cleaners
containing bleach, or oven cleaners to clean this unit.
Do not attempt to cool hot grill plates quickly, such as by
immersing in water. Damage to plates will occur.
Clean unit daily to avoid malfunctions and maintain
sanitary operation.
1. Turn the Temperature Control fully counterclockwise to the
“off” position, unplug the power cord, and allow the unit to
cool.
2. Brush or wipe all food crumbs, oil, etc. from both grill plates
into the grease trap.
3. Remove, empty, and clean the grease trap.
a. Wash the grease trap with warm water and a mild
detergent. Rinse with water.
b. Allow the grease trap to air dry, or dry with a soft cloth.
4. Clean the grill plates.
a. Perform the “Removing the Grill
Plates” procedure in this section.
b. Clean each grill plate using a wire brush/steel scrub pad,
dish soap, and water. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
NOTE: The cast iron grill plates are dishwasher-safe.
c. Wipe clean all axis pins, cotter pins, and thumbscrews,
with a non-abrasive, damp cloth. Wipe dry with a non-
abrasive, dry cloth.
5. Wipe all exterior surfaces of the unit with a non-abrasive
cloth dampened in warm water and a mild soap. Stubborn
stains may be removed with a good stainless steel cleaner.
Hard to reach areas should be cleaned with a small brush
and mild soap.
6. Rinse the unit thoroughly using a non-abrasive cloth
dampened in warm water only.
7. Dry the unit using a clean, dry, non-abrasive cloth.
8. Reinstall the grill plates. To reinstall, reverse the “Removing
the Grill Plates” procedure in this section.
9. Reinstall the grease trap.
