Griddle - GE CGS980 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

Care and cleaning of the range.
Griddle
NOTES:
Thegriddle is to be used over the center
burner only.
Donot cleanthe griddlein o self-cleaning oven.
Oo not dean the griddle in o dishwasher.
Wash with hot, soapy water after each
use while using o sponge or dishcloth.
If oil or food residueis left on the griddle
further cooking will harden the residueand
causesticking over time. In this case useo
non-abrasive cleansersuch as Ban AmP or
one of the soft scrub cleansers. A pply with
o sponge Scrunge®or other cleaningpod
labeledsafe for non-stick pans
, Use only plastic, nylon or wooden utensils
or SilverStone ®kitchen tools to prevent
marring of the coating.
Never use knives or cut food on the griddle.
Wash with hot, soapy water after each use.
Storecarefully to prevent scratching.
Griddle Precautions:
Ifsomething has spilled under the griddle it
should be deaned up as soon as possible to
prevent "baked on" food soil.
Do not allow grease to accumulate under
the griddle as it can be o fire hazard. Clean
under the griddle as soon as it is cool. Cleon
with hot soapy water.
Do not place your griddle in the microwave.
, Always turn off oil surface burners before
removing the griddle. Usecaution when
handling o hot griddle.
Appearance may vary.
The gratesmay be cleanedm
a dishwasher.
Outside Center Outside
grate grate grate
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The ovenhas 5 rack positions.
Placethe grayporcelain-coated racks
in positions"R", "B" and "D" for
self-cleaningthe grates. Placeone
grate each on the oven racksfrom side
to side.
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Burner Grates
Your range has three professional-styledouble
grates.These grates are position-specific.
Formaximum stability, these grates should
only be used in their proper positions.For
convenience,the undersidesof the side grates
are marked "OUTSIDE." Hake surethe front
portion of both grates is in front. The center
grate can be interchanged front to back.
Cleaning Grates--Soup and Water
Liftgrates out when cool. Grates should be
washed regularly and, of course, after
spillovers.Wash them in hot, soapy water
and rinse with clean water. When replacing
the grates, be sure they are positioned
securely over the burners. Replacethe grates
so that straight lines are formed
with the center ribs of all three grates.
Cleaning Grates--Self-Clean Oven
To get rid of burned-on food, you may use
the self-clean cycle of your range. Remove
any burnt-on food particles that you can
prior to placing the grates in the oven. Place
the gray porcelain-coated racks in positions
"R","B"and "D".
NOTE:Do not dean the griddle in the
self-cleaning oven.
Place one grate each on the oven racks
from side to side. Follow the instructions
for how to set the upper oven for cleaning.
NOTE:Use caution when removing the grates
from the oven offer the self-cleon cyde has
ended. The grates may still be hot.
For heavily-soiled grates, you may notice
some white ash on the grate. Wipe it off
with a damp cloth after the grate cools.
If white spots remain, remove them
with a soap-filled scouring pad and rinse
thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture.
These deposits are usually a salt residue that
cannot be removed by the clean cycle.
Cleaning Grates--Dishwasher
The grates may be cleaned in the dishwasher.
Remove any burnt-on food particles that you
can prior to placing the grates in the
dishwasher. Place them on the lowest rack of
the dishwasher and run on a "heavy duty"
cycle.
Do not operate a burner for an extended
period of time without cookware on the grate.
The finish on the grate may chip without
cookware to absorb the heat.
Although the grates are durable, they will
gradually lose their shine, regardless of the
best care you can give them. This is due
to their continual exposure to high
temperatures and abrasion by the cookware.
Support Bumpers
If one or more of the circular silicone grate
support bumpers in the cooktop are missing
or damaged, replacement parts can be
obtained by calling 1.800.GE.CARES.
To insert the new bumpers, simply insert the
cone shaped end and push down while
gently twisting or rocking the bumper.