Garland ECG SERIES ELECTRIC PRODUCTION GRIDDLES - Manuel (Page 9)

Part #3073400 (01/28/08) Page 9
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING Continued
Griddles Do’s & Don’ts
DO’S
1. Season the griddle. This will prevent foods from sticking
and make it easier to keep the surface clean.
2. Keep the surface clean. Scraping the surface throughout
production to clear foods and oils prevents build up and
will make it easier to keep the surface clean.
3. Turn the temperature down during slow periods.
Reducing the temperature or turning sections off during
slow periods will conserve energy and prevent the plate
from overheating.
DON’TS
1. Do not use salt to clean the griddle surface. Salt is
corrosive and can cause pitting of the griddle.
2. Do not allow metal utensils (Spatula, scraper, etc.) to
nick and/or dent the surface of the griddle. The edges of
these utensils are sharp and will create divots that oil can
collect in and caramelize which will cause sticking.
3. Do not use the griddle as a hot top. A large pan or pot will
trap heat and can cause the griddle plate to warp.
4. Do not overheat the griddle to preheat faster. Preheating
only takes 15 – 10 minutes.
Servicing
To ensure efficient and safe operation of the appliance it
is recommended that servicing be carried out at regular
intervals, the frequency of which will vary, depending on the
installation conditions and usage. Usually once per year is
adequate.
Servicing must be carried out by competent persons in
accordance with the law.
Safety
It is essential that the instructions in this booklet be strictly
followed for the safe and economical operation of the
equipment. If it is known or suspected that a fault exists on
the appliance then it must not be used until a competent
person has rectified the fault.