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Fisher & Paykel DCS GDE1-30 User Manual
Fisher & Paykel DCS GDE1-30 User Manual

Fisher & Paykel DCS GDE1-30 User Manual

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GDE1-30 models
USER GUIDE
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  • Page 1 GRIDDLE GDE1-30 models USER GUIDE US CA...
  • Page 2 DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS • Shut off gas to the appliance. • Extinguish any open flame. • Open lid. • If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department. WARNING •...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction Safety and warnings Before you begin Lighting instructions Burner adjustment Care and cleaning Troubleshooting Warranty and service...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Expand your outdoor kitchen options with quick cooking on the griddle. The large griddle surface with precise temperature control, separate temperature zones and even heat distribution gives you cooking versatility and the ability to maintain a consistent temperature. Designed with flexibility in mind, this 30" griddle can either be built-in or mounted on a freestanding cart to create the complete outdoor kitchen for your backyard.
  • Page 6: Safety And Warnings

    SAFETY AND WARNINGS WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard Failure to follow this advice may result in electric shock or death. • This appliance is equipped with a three-prong or four-prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded power outlet.
  • Page 7 SAFETY AND WARNINGS WARNING! Hot Surface Hazard Failure to follow this advice may result in fire, burns, scalds or personal injury. • Accessible parts may become hot during use. • When in use, do not touch the burner, grate, or immediate surrounding area as these areas become extremely hot.
  • Page 8 SAFETY AND WARNINGS WARNING! Explosion Hazard Failure to follow this advice may result in injury or death • If you smell gas, do not use the appliance. • Do not use water on grease fires, a violent steam explosion may result. Turn all burners off, then smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
  • Page 9 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Do not store a full LP tank in direct sunlight. After a period of storage or non-use, the appliance should be checked for gas leaks, deterioration, proper assembly, and burner obstructions before use. General Use This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles, trailers or boats.
  • Page 10 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Gas requirements This appliance can be used with any brand of 20lb LP gas tank provided it is compatible with a proper retention device (not supplied). The LP gas cylinder must be: Designed for use with a Type 1 system only. Constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP gas Cylinders of the U.S.
  • Page 11: Before You Begin

    BEFORE YOU BEGIN Ensure the installer has completed the final checklist in the installation instructions. Read this guide, taking special note of the Safety and warnings section. Remove all packaging and dispose of it responsibly. Recycle items that you can. Griddle Features 1 Griddle control dial 2 Drip pan...
  • Page 12: Lighting Instructions

    LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS The griddle is equipped with a thermocouple and safety valve system which monitors the burner. This will turn the gas off if the burner isn’t lit. Before use, ensure the desired burner and heat setting is preheated for 15 minutes Remove the cover and any cooking utensils.
  • Page 13 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Manual lighting If the burner will not light after several attempts, the burner can be manually lit. If you have attempted to light the burner with the ignition, allow 5 minutes for any accumulated gas to dissipate. Remove the cover and any cooking utensils. Ensure the drip pan is in place.
  • Page 14 LEAK TESTING A complete gas tightness check must be performed at the installation site. Periodically check the whole system for leaks, or immediately if the smell of gas is present. When using a LP gas cylinder ensure it is installed in a vertical position to provide the required vapor withdrawal.
  • Page 15 LEAK TESTING Testing for leaks Prepare soap solution by combining one part liquid detergent and one part water. Pour into a spray bottle. Ensure all control valves are in the position before turning the gas supply leak points leak points Check all connections from the supply line or LP cylinder by applying the solution around the...
  • Page 16 GRIDDLE PLATE Excessive weight Hazard Two or more persons are required to handle the griddle plate. The griddle plate will need to be removed to access the burners for routine cleaning, to adjust the flame height or before moving the product. Removing the griddle plate Remove the vent assembly by pulling up gently from the...
  • Page 17 GRIDDLE PLATE Replacing the griddle plate Grip the front and rear of the plate. Lower the plate to slot back in place onto the product ensuring it is centered. Replace the vent assembly by slotting the flash tubes back gently into the support brackets and lowering.
  • Page 18: Burner Adjustment

    BURNER ADJUSTMENT Flames should be blue and stable with no yellow tips, excessive noise or lifting (Note: LP units may have some yellow tipping). If any of these conditions exist, check the air shutter and burner ports are clear. If cleaning these does not improve performance, the air shutter can be adjusted as per the instructions below.
  • Page 19: Care And Cleaning

    CARE AND CLEANING Regulator and hose replacement The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the unit must be used. If replacements are needed, contact customer care at dcsappliances.com. Resetting the flow control Failure to follow the steps in the order shown may cause the Flow Limiting Device to activate resulting in extremely low gas flow and irregular operation.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO The griddle won't light There is no gas flowing to the unit. Check gas supply and connections. when the ignition is Ensure no air is trapped in line. pushed There is a something blocking the Check all openings for blockages.
  • Page 21: Warranty And Service

    WARRANTY AND SERVICE Before you call for service or assistance Refer to the installation instructions and your user guide and check that: Your product is correctly installed. You are familiar with its normal operation. Model number (can be found on the inside, right side panel behind the drip pan handle. Serial number (can be found on the inside, right side panel behind the drip pan handle.
  • Page 22 DCSAPPLIANCES.COM © Fisher & Paykel Appliances 2019. All rights reserved. The product specifications in this document apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue. Under our policy of continuous product improvement, these specifications may change at any time.