Griddle Use - DCS RDS-486GD Use And Care Manual

GRIDDLE USE
The built-in griddle on your cooktop is made
from Type 304 stainless steel, highly polished to
provide a smooth cooking surface.It is normal for
it to darken with use as oils cook onto the surface
to provide a stick resistant base or _seasoning"
Since the griddle is made from stainless steel,the
surface will not rust. The griddle burner is
thermostatically controlled and cycles on and off
to maintain the set temperature. The "Heating"
light indicates that the burner is "on _.The griddle
assembly is not to be removed for cleaning and is
held in place by two front screws and one rear
screw. These are mainly there to keep the griddle
from shifting in transit and positioning, thus
avoiding breakage of any ignition components.
Once the unit is in position, the rear shipping
screw can be removed. It is located beneath the
griddle flue cover which is removed by lifting off
(be careful not to scratch your backguard during
removal of the cover). Remove the center
shipping screw. The two outer screws are
leveling screws. They can be turned to level the
griddle or to provide a forward slope to help
grease and oils to drain away from the food
being cooked. After using the griddle a few
times, you will be able to judge the slope best for
the foods you are cooking and your personal
preference.
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BEFORE USING THE GRIDDLE FOR THE FIRST TIME OR TO RE-SEASON
1) Clean the griddle thoroughly with hot, soapy water to remove any protective coating.
2) Rinse with a mixture of 1 quart water and 1 cup white vinegar. Dry thoroughly.
3) Pour 1 teaspoon vegetable oil into the center of the griddle {do not use corn oil as it gets sticky).
Rub the oil over the entire surface of the griddle using a heavy cloth.
4) Turn the control knob to a Medium setting (3SOoF).Turnthe heat Offwhen the oil begins to smoke.
Allow the griddle to cool.
5) Repeat Step 3. Be sure to cover the entire surface with the oil.
6) Repeat Step 4. Allow the griddle to cool.Wipe the entire surface of the griddle using a heavy cloth.
Apply a very thin layer of vegetable oil.The griddle is now ready to use. If the griddle is not used for
a period of time, re-season it occasionally.
NOTE: It is normal for the griddle to darken with use.
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