Griddle/Simmer Plate Operation - Viking VDSC5364GSS Use & Care Manual

Surface Operation
Surface Operation
Surface Cooking Tips
• Jse low or medium flame heiqhts when cookina in vessels that a-e
poor conductors of heat, such_as glass, ceramic] and cast-iron.
Reduce the flame height until it covers approximately 1/3 of the
cooking vessel diameter. This will ensure more even heating within
the cooking vessel and reduce the likelihood of burning or scorching
the food
o Reduce the flame if it is extending beyond the bottom of the
cooking vessel. A flame that extends along the sides of the vessel is
potentially dangerous, heats the utensil handle and kitchen instead
of the
food.
and wastes energy.
• Reduce the flame height to the minimum level necessary to perform
the desired cooking process. Remember that
food cooks just
as
quick y at a gentle boil as it does at a rolling boil. Maintaining a
higher boil than is necessary wastes energy, cooks away moisture,
and causes a loss in food flavor and nutrient level.
• The minimum pot or pan (vessel) diameter recommended is 5"
(15 cm). Use of pots or pans as small as 4" (10 cm) is possible but
not recommended
Surface Heat Settings*
Simmer Melting small quantities
Steaming rice
Simmering sauces
Med Low Low-temperature frying (eggs, etc.)
Simmering large quantities
Heating mill<, cream sauces, gravies,
and puddings
Med High High-temperature frying
Pan broiling
Maintaining fast boil on large quantities
Griddle/Simmer Plate (on applicable models)
The optional 15,000 BTU griddle is constructed of machined steel with a
blanchard finish and is uniquely designed to offer excellent cooking
performance as well as easy clean up. The griddle is equipped with an
electronic thermostat to maintain an even temperatu re across the
griddle once the desired temperature has been set. The griddle has a
power "ON" indicator light which glows when the g riddle thermostat
has been turned on. This will cycle on and off as needed to indicate the
thermostat is maintaining the selected temperature. Before the griddle is
used it is important to season the griddle. This seasoning process will
change the appearance of the griddle plate. However, it will also prevent
food
from sticking and protect the surface from moisture.
Seasoning the Griddle Before the First Use
• Scrub the griddl e plate with a mixture of one euar[ warm water and
1/4 cup white vinegar, using a blue Scotch-Brite
TM
pad. Dry thoroughly.
o Wash g 4ddle with warm, soapy water. Rinse off and dry thoroughly.
• Season gnddle by thinly coating the surface with approximately 1/2
to 1 teaspoon unsalted vegetable oil. Apply to entire griddle using a
paper towel or clean cloth. _et oil sit on griddle for approximately 1
hour and then wipe with a clean cloth or paper towel to absorb any
residual oil. The griddle is now ready to be used.
Griddle/Simmer Plate Operation
- Turn the griddle control knob counterc ockwise to the desired
temperature setting. The power "ON" indicator light wi I glow
indicating the griddle thermostat is on.
o The double griddle has two thermostat control knobs which
control separate ourners located beneath the griddle,
® When the griddle has reached the _ _ ....
desired temperature, the power Griddle Assembly
"ON" indicator liqht will turn off
indicating the gricldle is preheated
to the selected temperature.
Use liquid cooking oil or butter for
eggs, pancakes, French toast, fish
and sandwiches to rarevent sticking.
- Routinely scrape loose food
particles with a metal spatula during
*Note: The above information is given as a guide only, You may need
to vary the heat settings to suit your personal reciulrements.
cooking _o make the cleanup easier
and to avoid the particles mixing with the food,
- To turn the griddle off, turn the thermostat knob clockwise to the
""OFF" position,
- ALWAYS turn to the"OFF" position when not in use and lower the
heat between cooking odds,
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