About The Griddle; Griddle Cooking Recommendations - Thermador PD304 Care And Use Manual

SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP
(Available on some models)
DESCRIPTION
The built in griddle is made of restaurant quality
aluminum coated with titanium. This produces a
surface with even heat that is easy to clean.
The griddle has an aluminized steel tube burner that
is lit by a spark igniter. The griddle should light within
4 clicks of the igniter. This eliminates the need for a
continuous burning pilot light.
A maple chopping block and stainless steel cover
are available as accessories and are purchased
separately. Both are sized to fit on top of the surface
when the griddle is not being used.
The maple chopping block and stainless steel cover
must be removed before turning the griddle on.
• The burner is rated at 15,000 BTU / HR.
CONTROL KNOB
GRIDDLE
Control Knob
• The griddle is electronically controlled with
temperatures marked on the knob from 150ºF to
500ºF.
• There are no fixed settings on the knob.
• Press and turn the knob counter-clockwise to the
temperature setting.
PREPARING THE GRIDDLE
The griddle must be level or tilted slightly forward
for optimum performance. During installation, the
installer is responsible for leveling the product.
The griddle plate should be washed with warm
soapy water then rinsed with clear water prior to
use. The griddle may be used without any butter,

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margarine or oil. However, a very small amount may
be used to flavor foods.
Any utensil may be used on the griddle surface.
Griddle Grease Tray
GRIDDLE GREASE TRAY
• Push the tray under the front edge of the griddle
overhang to catch grease or food residue.
• Clean the tray after every use. When removing
the tray, use care when tipping it so that the
contents do not spill.
Cooking on the Griddle
1. Check that the grease tray is tucked under the
griddle plate overhang.
2. Turn the knob to the cooking temperature to
preheat the griddle.
3. Preheat 7 to 10 minutes.
4. Add butter, margarine, oil or shortening for
more flavor.
5. Add the food and cook.
6. Care should be taken that the surface is not
gouged when utensils are used.

GRIDDLE COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS

FOOD
Bacon, Ham, Pork Chops 350ºF to 375ºF
Eggs 300ºF to 325ºF
Pancakes, French Toast 350ºF to 375ºF
Potatoes, Hash Brown 400ºF to 425ºF
Sandwiches, Sausage 350ºF to 375ºF
Slide back and lift
SETTING
(177ºC to 190ºC)
(150º C to 160ºC)
(177ºC to 191ºC)
(205ºC to 219ºC)
(177ºC to 191ºC)