Garland MASTER SERIES HEAVY DUTY GAS RANGES AND CHAR BROILERS, ALL M/MS/MST SERIES MODELS - Manuel (Page 17)

Part # 1382680 Rev 3 (05/10/11) Page 17
MAINTENANCE Continued
IMPORTANT: Do not attain high (on valve control) or 450
degrees (on thermostat control) during “SEASONING” period.
The griddle will not require reseasoning if it is used properly.
If the griddle is over heated and produce begins to stick
to the surface it may be necessary to repeat the seasoning
process again. If the griddle is cleaned with soap and water it
will be necessary to reseason the griddle surface again.
Griddle Cleaning
DO NOT use water on griddle tops while still hot or DO
NOT COOL BY USING ICE! THIS WILL CAUSE GRIDDLE PLATE
TO WARP AND POSSIBLE CRACK. THIS IS NOT A FACTORY
DEFECT.
To produce evenly cooked, perfectly browned griddle
products, keep griddle free from carbonized grease.
Carbonized grease on the surface hinders the transfer of
heat from the griddle surface to food product. This results
in uneven browning and loss of cooking efficiency, and
worst of all, carbonized grease tends to cling to the griddle
foods, giving them a highly unsatisfactory and unappetizing
appearance. To keep the griddle clean and operating at peak
performance, follow these simple instructions:
A. AFTER EACH USE clean griddle thoroughly with a grill
scraper or spatula. Wipe off any excess debris left from
cooking process.
B. ONCE A DAY clean griddle surface with a grill brick and
grill pad. Remove grease container and clean thoroughly,
in same manner as any ordinary cooking utensil.
C. ONCE A WEEK clean griddle surface thoroughly. If
necessary, use a grill stone or grill pad over the griddle
surface. Rub with grain of the metal while still warm A
detergent may be used on the plate surface to help clean
it, but care must be taken to be sure it is thoroughly
removed. After removal of detergent, the surface of the
plate should be covered with a thin film of oil to prevent
rusting.
To remove discoloration, use a non-abrasive cleaner.
Before re-using the griddle must be reseasoned. Keep
griddle drain tube to grease container clear at all times on
those models without side grease container.
CAUTION: This griddle plate is steel, but the surface is
relatively soft and can be scored or dented by careless use
of spatula. Be careful not to dent, scratch, or gouge the plate
surface. This will cause food to stick in those areas. Also, note
since this is a steel griddle if a light coating of oil is not always
present rust will develop on unexposed areas.
Open Top Burners
Periodically burners should be removed and cleaned with
soap and hot water. You may soak the burner in a bucket of
hot soapy water and brush off any burnt on grease or debris.
Allow the cast iron burner to dry thoroughly before installing
into the range. If the burner ports are blocked or plugged
with grease, it will be necessary to clear the ports with a wire
or blunt instrument. Cast iron top grates and ring grates
– clean thoroughly with hot water and a mild detergent. You
may also clean with a wire brush to remove baked-on food
particles.
Top Grates
Seasoning Cast Iron Top Grates
1. Remove the cast iron top grates from the range.
2. Wash the cast iron top grates thoroughly with a mild soap
and warm water.
3. Dry the cast-iron top grates thoroughly with a clean cloth.
4. Immediately after drying, season the top grates lightly
with a non-toxic oil, (Liquid vegetable oil or Pam spray oil).
WARNING: DO NOT SEASON THE TOP GRATES WHILE ON THE
RANGE TOP! Seasoning grates on the range top over an open
flame could cause a flash fire.
5. After seasoning, replace the top grates onto the range.
Turn all the range top sections “ON LOW”. Allow the top
sections to burn in this manner for at least 20 minutes
before using pots or pans on the top grates.
SEASONING OF THE TOP GRATES WILL BE REQUIRED
WHENEVER THEY HAVE BEEN CLEANED. FAILURE TO SEASON
GRATES WILL CAUSE RUSTING.
CAST IRON TOP and RING GRATE(s) can be cleaned with mild
soap and warm water for baked on material, a wire brush can
be used. Dry thoroughly, Lightly coat with vegetable oil to
help prevent rust from forming. At the rear of the cast iron
top grate there are spill shields. These should be removed
and cleaned. Replace after cleaning to prevent grease and
spillovers dripping down the back of range.