Thermador PC48 - Manuel (Page 21)

Section 4: USING THE COOKTOP
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(12” griddle available on 36” and 48” models; 24”
griddle available on 24” and 48” models)
DESCRIPTION
The built in griddle is made of restaurant quality
aluminum 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 12” electric griddle element is rated 120 volts
AC, 1,600 watts. The 24” electric griddle element
is rated 240 volts AC, 3,200 watts.
• The visible gaps between the griddle plate
and cooktop sides allows for expansion
during heating.
PREPARING THE GRIDDLE
The griddle must be tilted slightly forward for
optimum performance. See INSTALLATION
MANUAL for procedure to check and adjust griddle
• The griddle is electronically controlled with temp-
eratures marked on the knob(s) from 150ºF to 500ºF.
• There are no fixed settings on the knob.
• Press and turn the knob(s) counter-clockwise to
the temperature setting.
*NOTE: The 24" griddle uses two control knobs, one
knob for "GRIDDLE LEFT" and one knob for
"GRIDDLE RIGHT."
for proper tilt of griddle plate. During installation, the
installer is responsible for leveling the cooktop.
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.
Using the 12” and 24” Electric Griddle
CONTROL KNOB
GRIDDLE (*SEE NOTE)
Control Knob
Griddle Grease Tray(s)
• 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.
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 10 to 12 minutes.
4. Add butter, margarine, oil or shortening if desired.
Lift handle of tray(s),
slide back, and
remove
Griddle Grease Tray CAUTION:
The griddle element is hot after use. Allow
sufficient time for griddle components to
cool before cleaning.
GRIDDLE COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS
FOOD SETTING
Eggs
Bacon, Breakfast Sausage
Toasted Sandwiches
Boneless Chicken Breasts
Boneless Pork Chops, 1" thick
Steaks, 1" thick
Ground Beef Patties (6 oz)
Hot Dogs
Ham Slices. 1/2" thick
Pancakes, French Toast
Potatoes, Hash Browns
300°F to 325°F (150°C to 160°C)
350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
325°F to 350°F (160°C to 177°C)
350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
375°F to 400°F (190°C to 205°C)
375°F to 400°F (190°C to 205°C)
375°F to 400°F (190°C to 205°C)
325°F to 350°F (160°C to 177°C)
350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
350°F to 375°F (177°C to 190°C)
375°F to 400°F (190°C to 205°C)