Viking VDSC4856QLE, VDSC487 Surface Burners, Burner Caps, Aluminum Base, Griddle/Simmer Plate

Surface Burners

Wipe up spill-overs as soon as possible after they occur and before they get a chance to burn in and cook solid. In the event of a spill- over, follow these steps:

1.Allow the burner and grate to cool to a safe temperature level.

2.Lift off the burner grates, burner bowls (openburners only), and grate support (open burners only). Wash in warm soapy water.

3.Remove the burner cap and clean per instructions belwo .

4.Wipe up any spills which remains on the sealed top surface.

5.Open burners only, remove drip pan and wash with warm soapy water

6.Replace burner cap, burner bowls, grate supports, (if applicable) and grates.

If ports on the burners are clogged, clean with a straight pin. Do not enlarge or distort the ports. Do not use a toothpick to clean the ports. When replacing burner caps, carefully align the tabs underneath the cap with the outside edge of burner. Make sure burner cap is level. Occasionally check the burner for proper size and shape. If flames lift off ports, are yellow, or are noisy when turned on, you may need to clean the burners or call a qualified technician for adjustment.

Burner Caps

The surface burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned. Always clean the burner caps after a spill over. Keeping the burner caps clean will prevent improper ignition and uneven flames. To clean, pull burner cap straight up from the burner base. Wipe off surface burner caps with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth after each use. Use a a non-abrasive cleanser such as Bon AmiTM and a soft brush or soft Scotch BriteTM pad for cooked-on foods. Dry thoroughly after cleaning. For best cleaning and to avoid possible rusting, do not clean in dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.

Aluminum Base

The aluminum base should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water at the end of each cooling period. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cloths, cleanser, or powders. To remove encrusted materials, soak the area with a hot towel to loosen the material, then use a wooden or nylon spatula. Do not use a metal knife, spatula, or any other material tool to scrape the aluminum base.

NOTE: For stubborn stains, use a non-abrasive cleanser such as Bon AmiTM and a soft brush or soft Scotch BriteTM pad on grates and burner caps.

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Griddle/Simmer Plate

1.After using the griddle, always remove the drip pan located below it by pulling the drip pan toward you. The drip pan needs to be cleaned after each use of the griddle. Cooked-off grease will drain from the griddle through the drain tube and accumulate in the drip pan. Wash in hot soapy water or with an antibacterial cleaner. The drip pan needs to be cleaned after each use. If grease is permitted to accumulate, fire hazard could occur, since the griddle burners are directly above the pan.

2.Rub the surface of a hot griddle with unsalted solid shortening, vegetable oil or spray it with a non-stick cooking spray. Thoroughly wipe it with a burlap or another rough cloth to remove food particles and other residue.

3.Stubborn spots may be removed by rubbing the surface with a rough grained nylon scrubbing pad with cooking oil. If necessary, flush the surface of a warm griddle (2000F/930C) with club soda and wipe over entire surface with a paper towel. Coat lightly with cooking oil.

4.Special griddle cleaners are commercially available which may be used to remove heavy soil build-up. Follow manufacturer’s directions exactly. Rinse the griddle with a vinegar and water solution after using these cleaners, rinse with clear water, dry and coat lightly with cooking oil. Use griddle stones only when absolutely necessary and then with extreme caution. Wipe away any griddle-stone dust and food particles and coat lightly with cooking oil.

5.Using hot soapy water to clean the griddle will remove the cooked- in seasoning and will require re-seasoning by coating lightly with cooking oil.

6.Never flood a hot griddle with cold water! This promotes griddle warping and can cause the griddle plate to crack if continued over a period of time.

NOTE: For cleaning, a Griddle Cleaning Kit can be purchased using a consumer order form (supplied in the same envelope that contained this use and care manual), or by calling Viking Range Corporation at

(662)451-4161, or via our website-www.vikingrange.com. The Griddle Cleaning Kit is a fast and easy commercial grade cleaning system. The kit contains 25 or more cleanings.

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