West Bend L5788, 76225 manual Before Using for the First Time, Using Your Griddle

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

1.Wash the griddle and grease tray thoroughly in hot soapy water with a dishcloth or sponge to remove any manufacturing oils. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Be sure temperature control socket is completely dried. Slide the grease tray into the holder below the drain hole. Always use the griddle with the grease tray in place to collect grease that drains from foods while cooking.

2.Condition the non-stick finish by lightly wiping two teaspoons of cooking oil with paper toweling or a soft cloth over the entire, cool, surface. Let the cooking oil remain on the finish. Do not use butter or shortening to condition the non-stick surface.

USING YOUR GRIDDLE

1. Always use the griddle on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface. Do not operate the griddle when hands are wet.

Attach the temperature control to the griddle. Be sure that the dial is set to “OFF.” Be sure that the grease tray is in position below the drain hole on the griddle surface. Do not block airflow under griddle. Plug the cord into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet ONLY. Do

not use any thermo-plug other than that which came with your griddle.

2.To aid in the drainage of grease, open the tilt leg into position to angle the griddle. See image to the right.

3.Refer to the temperature guide in this booklet for selecting correct heat settings. If food is taken directly from the freezer, use the heat setting as indicated in the guide, but allow longer times to cook. Most foods will require a preheat period.

4.The signal light on the temperature control

will go out when the cooking temperature has been reached; add food. Heat may be increased or decreased, depending upon personal preference and the type or amount of food being prepared. The signal light will go on and off periodically to indicate that proper temperature is being maintained.

5.Foods may be prepared with or without fats. When frying, the use of a small amount of butter, fat or oil will improve the flavor, color and crispness of foods. When frying fatty foods such as bacon or sausage, excess grease will drain into the grease tray below the drain hole on surface of griddle. Do not remove the grease tray during cooking. Always allow the griddle to cool completely before removing the grease tray.

6.Nylon, plastic, wooden or rubber cooking tools are recommended for use on the non-stick surface. Smooth-edged metal cooking tools may be used with care. Do not use sharp-edged cooking tools such as forks, knives or food choppers as scratching may occur. Minor scratching will affect only the appearance of the finish; it will not harm its non-stick property.

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