Griddle Cooking Recommendations - Thermador PRL366EH Care And Use Manual

SECTION FOUR: USING THE COOKTOP
About the Electric Griddle
(available on some models)
DESCRIPTION
The built-in griddle is made of restaurant-quality
aluminum that is 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 electric griddle element is rated 120 volts AC,
1,600 watts.
CAUTION:
The griddle element is hot after use. Allow
sufficient time for griddle components to
cool before cleaning.
CONTROL KNOB
Griddle
Control Knob
• The griddle is electronically controlled with tem-
peratures marked on the knob from 150°F to
500°F.
• 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 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.
Care should be taken that the surface is not gouged
when utensils are used.
To remove tray,
slide back and lift
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 (see illustration).
• After cooling, pour the grease into a grease
resistant container for disposal.
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 lOto 12 minutes.
4. Add butter, margarine, oil or shortening if
desired.
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°Fto 350°F (160°C to 177°C)
BonelessChickenBreasts 350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
Boneless PorkChops, 1/2" t hick 350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
Ham Slices 1/2" thick 350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
Pancakes; FrenchToast 350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
Potatoes;Hash Browns 375°F to 400°F (190°C to 205°C)
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