After Each Use
Clean the griddle with a flexible spatula or griddle scraper. Take care not to contact the platen surfaces as these can be easily scratched, shortening the life of the coating and promoting sticking.
During The Day
Flush the hot griddle with water and scrape with griddle scraper to reduce carbonized grease
Periodically inspect the grease container. As necessary, remove the grease container, empty it, and wash it out in the same manner as any ordinary cooking utensil.
Once A Day
Thoroughly clean backsplash, sides and front. Take care that the integral backsplash is not vigorously banged with a spatula.
Thoroughly clean and wipe out grease trough in front of griddle. As necessary during use, wipe out accumulated material to provide good drainage.
Clean the griddle surface thoroughly with water and degreasing cleaner. Rub with the grain of the metal while the griddle is still warm (not hot). Ensure that the degreasing cleaner is thoroughly removed by flushing with clear water.
Clean stainless steel and chrome surfaces with a damp cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth. To remove discolorations, use a
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE PLATEN
The platen surface is furnished with a special
Clean platen after each heavy cooking period. Never allow platen to remain uncleaned for extended periods of time. Cooking residue will become hard, making
Do not scrape with spatula or grill scraper. Use a soft damp clean cloth only.
If platen will not be used during low volume hours, wipe the platen with a soft clean damp cloth.
When you shut the griddle down for
•DO - Use a soft clean damp cloth.
•DO - Use water only as a cleaning agent.
•DO NOT - Scrape the platen surface with a spatula, grill scraper or any other hard object. It is not necessary.
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