User Manual

15
Care and Maintenance
CAUTION:
1. All cleaning and maintenance should be done when griddle is cool and with the fuel supply disconnected.
2. Do NOT clean any griddle part in self-cleaning oven. The extreme heat will damage the finish.
3. Do NOT enlarge valve orifices or burner ports when cleaning the valves or burners.
Notices
1. This griddle should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular basis.
2. Abrasive cleaners will damage this product.
3. Never use oven cleaner to clean any part of griddle.
Before Each Use:
1. Keep the griddle area clean and free from any combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.
2. Do NOT obstruct the flow of the combustion of LP gas and the ventilation of air.
3. Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the LP gas tank area free and clear from debris.
4. Visually check the burner flames to make sure your griddle is working properly (Figure 7).
5. See sections below for proper cleaning and seasoning instructions.
6. Check for obstructions of airflow to the burners. Spiders, insects and webs can clog the burner/venturi tube. A clogged burner
tube can lead to a fire.
Cleaning Cart Surfaces
1. Wipe surfaces clean with mild dish washing detergent or baking soda mixed with water.
2. For stubborn surfaces, use a citrus-based degreaser and a nylon scrubbing brush.
3. Rinse clean with water.
4. Allow to air dry.
Cleaning Main Burners
1. Turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED.”
2. Turn all control knobs clockwise to the “OFF” position.
Note: A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the gas is burned.
3. Disconnect LP gas tank per “Disconnecting LP Gas Tank” section
4. Remove griddle by lifting it o the cart.
5. Remove burners by removing the fasteners, which secure the burners to the frame bottom.
6. Lift burners up and away from gas valve orifice.
7. Disconnect wire from spark electrode.
8. Clean venturi of each burner with small bottle brush or compressed air.
9. Remove all residue and dirt from burner surface.
10. Clean any clogged ports with a sti wire (such as an opened paper clip).
11. Inspect burners for any damage (cracks or holes). If damage is found, replace with new
burner(s) from manufacturer.
12. Re-install burner(s). Checking to insure that gas valve orifice is correctly positioned inside
each burner/venturi tube. Also, check position of spark electrode.
13. Connect wire to spark electrode.
14. Replace griddle.
1-2 in./
25.4 - 50.8mm
Figure 7
Burner Flame Conditions
Use this chart to see if your burners
need to be cleaned
Normal:
between 1 in- 2 in. height
Needs cleaning: Noisy with hard blue
Has to be replaced: Wavy with yellow