Griddle User Manual

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OPERATION

The griddle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning

or servicing the griddle.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Remove all packing material and protective plastic from the surfaces of the unit. Before

leaving the factory the griddle is coated with vegetable oil as a rust inhibitor. Remove this

film when the griddle plate is being cleaned prior to its first cooking use. Heat the griddle

to 200-300°F to loosen and melt the coating, then clean the surface by adding water or

a non-corrosive, grease dissolving commercial cleaner, following the manufacturer’s

directions. Scrape the oil residue from the plate with a griddle scraper. Rinse thoroughly

and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. Clean all accessories.

SEASONING THE GRIDDLE

Season the griddle to avoid possible surface corrosion before first use, and after every

cleaning. This will also help reduce the sticking of cooked food product. Heat griddle to a

low temperature (300-350°F) and apply a small amount of cooking oil – about one ounce

per square foot of surface. Use a soft lint-free cloth to spread the oil over the entire

griddle surface to create a thin film. Wipe off any excess oil with a cloth. Repeat the

procedure until the griddle has a slick, mirror-like finish.

CONTROLS – 900RX MODELS

Fig. 4

thermostat

knob

griddle shut-off valve

(shown in ON position)

power switch

pilot ad

ustment screw

pilot safety valve push button

pilot and burner si

ht holes