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MAINTENANCE
OPEN TOP SECTION
DAILY:
After grates and burner bowls are cooked, soak in solution of sal soda or other grease
solvent. Thoroughly wash open top section with a damp cloth using a mild detergent soap. Rinse
with clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Remove and clean drip pan(s) under burners.
WEEKLY:
Brush burner head with a stiff wire brush and clean clogged ports with a stiff wire or ice
pick.
Excessive grease build up may be removed from burners by soaking in a solution of washing soda
or any good grease solvent. Dry burners by inverting on oven rack in a low temperature oven.
FRY TOP SECTION
DAILY:
Use flat edge of spatula or metal scraper to keep surface free of encrusted material during
use, wipe frequently with heavy absorbent cloth. After griddle is cooled, polish with soft griddle
stone or a good grade grill pad. DO NOT SCRATCH. The griddle may be washed with warm water
and a cleanser. Water will not crack this griddle plate.
Empty grease container as often as necessary.
To oil the griddle, use hydrogenated shortening. Never use salad oils, margarine or butter, as
these shortenings cannot withstand temperatures greater than 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
HOT TOP SECTION
DAILY:
Wipe top with heavy burlap or steel wool. Rub briskly until clean. The Hot Top plate may
be washed with warm water and a cleanser. Water will not crack this Hot Top plate.
