Part #3073400 (01/28/08) Page 9MAINTENANCE & CLEANING ContinuedGriddles Do’s & Don’tsDO’S1. Season the griddle. This will prevent foods from stickingand make it easier to keep the surface clean.2. Keep the surface clean. Scraping the surface throughoutproduction to clear foods and oils prevents build up andwill make it easier to keep the surface clean.3. Turn the temperature down during slow periods.Reducing the temperature or turning sections off duringslow periods will conserve energy and prevent the platefrom overheating.DON’TS1. Do not use salt to clean the griddle surface. Salt iscorrosive and can cause pitting of the griddle.2. Do not allow metal utensils (Spatula, scraper, etc.) tonick and/or dent the surface of the griddle. The edges ofthese utensils are sharp and will create divots that oil cancollect in and caramelize which will cause sticking.3. Do not use the griddle as a hot top. A large pan or pot willtrap heat and can cause the griddle plate to warp.4. Do not overheat the griddle to preheat faster. Preheatingonly takes 15 – 10 minutes.ServicingTo ensure efficient and safe operation of the appliance itis recommended that servicing be carried out at regularintervals, the frequency of which will vary, depending on theinstallation conditions and usage. Usually once per year isadequate.Servicing must be carried out by competent persons inaccordance with the law.SafetyIt is essential that the instructions in this booklet be strictlyfollowed for the safe and economical operation of theequipment. If it is known or suspected that a fault exists onthe appliance then it must not be used until a competentperson has rectified the fault.