Stainless steel turning blue.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Stainless steel turning blue.

Stainless steel turning brown.

Paint peeling or flaking.

Griddle plate turning blue.

Griddle plate turning black.

Probable Cause

Direct flame hitting panel.

Temperature hitting over 500°F.

Product spill-over not removed and burning.

Grease-laden air being cooked on surface.

Surface being hit by direct flame.

Exposed to harsh cleaner/chemical.

Exposed to grease and/or acidic juices.

Temperature hitting over 500°F.

Thermostat out of calibration.

Failed thermostat.

Too high of a cooking temperature.

Product residue burning on plate.

Temperature hitting over 500°F.

Thermostat out of calibration.

Failed thermostat.

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