GE CS980 Owner's Manual page 10

Using the griddle _Model cs980 onlyJ.
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CAUTION place and remove the griddle when i tiscoo/and all s urface units a re o_. U se o ven m itts i r
you will touch the griddle while hot. Failure to do so can result in burns.
Before using this cookware for the first time,
wash it to make sure it is clean. Then season
it lightly, rubbing cooking oil onto the nonstick
surface.
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Using the Griddle
Most griddled foods require cooking
on a preheated surface. Preheat griddle
according to the guide below, then switch
to the desired cook setting.
To turn on the surface units for the entire
griddle, turn the knob clockwise.
To turn on the surface unit for the back
half of the griddle, turn the knob
counterclockwise.
Preheat
Setting
Type of Food and Time CookSetting
Warming 5 5
Tortillas 5 min.
Pancakes 8 3
5 min.
Hamburgers 5 3
5 min.
FriedEggs 5 2
4 min.
Bacon None 6
Breakfast 8 4
Sausage Links 5 min.
Hot Sandwiches 8 3
(suchas Smin.
GrilledCheese)
NOTE:Griddle settings may need to be adjusted
if griddle is used for an extended time.
How to place the griddle:
IIvlPORTANX" Always place and useyour griddle
at the designated location on the cooktop.
IMPORTANTNOTES:
Cleanthe griddle with a sponge and mild
detergent in warm water. DONOT use blue or
green scrubbing pads or steel wool
Avoid cooking extremely greasy foods and be
careful of grease spillover while cooking.
Never place or store any items on the griddle,
even when it is not in use. Thegriddle can
become heated when using the surrounding
surface units.
Avoid using metal utensils with sharp points
or rough edges,which might damage the
griddle. Do not cut foods on the griddle.
Do not use cookware as a storage container
for food or oiL Permanent staining and/or
craze lines could result.
NOTE: Thenonstick coating will degrade when
exposed to temperatures over 500°£ Use
only with the griddle control and only at the
designated location on the cooktop. Do not use
the griddle to broil food in the oven. Do not clean
the griddle using the self-dean mode in the oven.
Thegriddle control prevents overheating the
nonstick coating.At temperatures over 660°F,
the nonstick properties permanently degrade
and may produce fumes harmful to birds.
NOTE:Yourgriddle will discolor over time with
USe.
NOTE: Do not clean the griddle in the self-
cleaning oven.
NOTE: Always allow the cookware to cool
before immersing in water.
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