Thermador Professional PRO-GRAND PD304 Care And Use Manual page 26

Section Four: USING THE COOKTOP
About the 12" and 24" Electric Griddle
(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.
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 12" electric griddle element is rated 120volts
AC, 1,600 watts. The 24" electric griddle element
is rated 240 volts AC, 3,200 watts.
• The visible gaps between the griddle plate
and cooktop sides allows for expansion
during heating.
CAUTION
The griddle element is hot after use.
Allow sufficient time for griddle
components to cool before cleaning,
CONTROL KNOB
GRIDDLE (*SEE NOTE)
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Control Knob
• The griddle is electronically controlled with
temperatures marked on the knob from 150-°F to
500°R
• There are no fixed settings on the knob.
• Press and turn the knob counter-clockwise to the
tempe ratu re setting.
*NOTE: The 24" griddle uses two control knobs, one
knob for "GRIDDLE LEFT" and one knob for
"GRIDDLE RIGHT."
PREPARING THE GRIDDLE
The griddle must be tilted slightly forward for optimum
performance. See Installation Manual for procedure
to check and adjust griddle for proper tilt of griddle
plate. 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, margarine
or oil. However, a very small amount may be used
to flavor foods.
Any utensil may be used on the griddle surface.
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Griddle Grease Tray
Lift handle of tray(s),
slide back,
and remove.
Griddle Grease Tray(s)
• Push the tray(s) underthe front edge of the griddle
overhang to catch grease or food residue.
• Clean the tray(s) after every use. When removing
the tray(s), 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 lo to 12 minutes.
4. Add butter, margarine, oil orshortening 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 SETTING
Eggs 300°F to 325°F (150°C to 160°C)
Bacon; BreakfastSausage350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
Toasted Sandwiches 325°F to 350°F (160°C to 177°C)
BonelessChickenBreasts 350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
Boneless Pork Chops, 1/2" t hick 350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
Ham Slices,I/2" thick 350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
Pancakes;French Toast 350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
Potatoes;Hash Browns 375°Fto 400°F (190°C to 205°C)
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