GE 164D3333P027 Use And Care Manual page 15

Seasoning
Before using the griddle for the first time it
must be seasoned.
the griddle
If the griddle has not been used for a period of
time, it should be reseasoned.
To season the griddle:
1 Clean the griddle thoroughly with hot, soapy
2 Rinse with a mixture of 1 quart water and 1
3 Pour 1 teaspoon vegetable oil into the center
Using the
Before starting to cook on the griddle, be sure
the drip tray and liners are in place. Preheat
griddle
the griddle for 15 minutes with the control
knob set to the temperature suggested on the
Griddle Cooking Chart. When the griddle is
preheated, the HEATING light will turn off.
Place the food on the griddle and cook to the
desired doneness.
water to remove any protective coating.
cup white vinegar. Dry thoroughly.
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
(350°F.). Turn the heat off when 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.
NOTE: When the griddle is properly seasoned
it can be used without any additional
shortening. However, shortening can be used
for flavor. A light mist of a non-stick vegetable
spray, applied before cooking to a cool griddle,
makes delicate foods easier to turn.
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