West Bend 76225, L5788 manual Cleaning Your Griddle, Special Care

7.When the cooking period is completed, set the temperature control dial at “WARM” for later serving, or set dial at “OFF” if food will be served immediately. After the dial is set at “OFF,” disconnect cord from wall outlet. Let the griddle cool before removing the temperature control and grease tray.

•A small amount of smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.

•Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling – this is normal.

CLEANING YOUR GRIDDLE

1.Clean the griddle thoroughly after each use. Do not immerse the griddle in cold water when it is hot. Let the griddle cool completely, and then remove the temperature control and grease tray. Dispose of the grease. Immerse the griddle and grease tray in hot, soapy water. Wipe the temperature control with a damp cloth if necessary. Wash the grease tray with a dishcloth, rinse and dry. DO

NOT immerse the temperature control or cord in water or any other liquid.

2.Clean the non-stick surface of the griddle with hot, soapy water, using a non- metallic or nylon scrubber. A dishcloth or sponge may give the non-stick surface a clean look, but will not remove the tiny food particles that can settle in the finish. Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh scouring powders.

3.Clean the non-coated aluminum underside of the griddle with hot, soapy water and a soap-filled steel wool scouring pad. Remove stains with a household cleanser. Remove burned-on grease with any cleanser made especially for appliances.

4.After washing, rinse the griddle thoroughly with hot water and dry completely, including temperature control socket area.

5.Your griddle and grease tray, with the temperature control removed, may be cleaned in an automatic dishwasher. Clean the grease tray in the top rack only. The underside of griddle will discolor due to the minerals in water and the high heat of the drying cycle. This will not affect the cooking ability of griddle. Each time the griddle is cleaned in a dishwasher, the non-stick surface should be reconditioned with cooking oil to ensure stick-free cooking.

SPECIAL CARE:

1.A spotted white film may form on the non-stick surface. This is a buildup of minerals from foods or water and is not a defect in the surface. To remove, soak a soft cloth in lemon juice or vinegar and rub on the finish. Wash the non- stick surface thoroughly, rinse and dry. Recondition the non-stick surface with cooking oil.

2.The non-stick surface may also become stained from improper cleaning or overheating. To remove stains, clean the non-stick surface by the following method. Combine 1 cup of water and 1 tablespoon of ONE of the following cleaners: coffee pot destainer, automatic dishwasher detergent or dry oxygen bleach crystals. USE ONLY ONE OF THE ABOVE CLEANERS; DO NOT COMBINE. Make sure the grease tray is in position. Do not tilt the griddle with the tilt leg. Preheat the griddle to 225°F. Wearing rubber gloves, dip a sponge into the cleaning mixture and wipe over the surface.

3.Continue cleaning procedure until mixture is gone. Turn the griddle to “OFF” and allow it to cool. Remove the temperature control. Scour the non-stick surface with hot, soapy water and a non-metallic or nylon scouring pad. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Wash the grease tray in hot, soapy water and dry. Recondition the non-stick surface with cooking oil before using.

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