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During the first few hours of operation you may notice a small
NOTICE
amount of smoke coming from the griddle surface, and a faint
odor from the smoke. This is normal for a new unit and will
disappear after the first few hours of use.
ALWAYS KEEP THE AREA NEAR THE APPLIANCE FREE FROM
CAUTION
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.
KEEP FLOOR IN FRONT OF EQUIPMENT CLEAN AND DRY. IF
CAUTION
SPILLS OCCUR, CLEAN IMMEDIATELY, TO AVOID THE
DANGER OF SLIPS OR FALLS.
Pre-Power On
Before starting the griddle for the first time, clean the griddle body and
cooking surface.
Use a mild soap and water solution, then rinse with clear water and dry.
Turning the Power On
Set the main power switch, located at the far left of the control panel, to the
"ON" (up) position (there are two "ON" switches on 5' and 6' griddles).
Set each cooking section's power switch, located next to each temperature
dial, to the "ON" (up) position.
Set the temperature dials to 200°F (93°C).
Heat the griddle at 200°F (93°C) for 2 hours to evaporate any moisture that
may be in the elements.
After 2 hours at 200°F (93°C), turn the griddle temperature up to 350°F
(177°C) for 30 minutes.
After the griddle reaches 350°F (177°C) for 30 minutes, turn the griddle up
another 50°F (10°C) for another ½ hour and repeat this until the griddle is at
450°F (232°C) for 30 minutes.
The griddle may emit a small amount of smoke as the cooking surface
passes the 300°F (149°C) point. Do not be alarmed, the smoke is caused by
oils associated with the manufacturing process and will stop when the griddle
reaches 350°F (177°C).
Seasoning the Cooking Surface
The cooking surface must be "seasoned" in order to eliminate product
sticking during cooking.
To season, heat the griddle to 250°F (121°C).
Once at 250°F (121°C), coat the cooking surface with non-salted vegetable
oil.
Allow the griddle to stand at 250°F (121°C) until the cooking surface looks
dry then coat it again.
Heat the griddle to 350°F (177°C) and repeat the procedure.
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Initial Start Up
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