Magikitch'n MKG Gas Griddle - 24" Deep - Manual (Page 12)

Operations
MKG Series Gas Griddle
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CAUTION
If Pilot Ready light(s) does not illuminate, Turn all Thermostat "I/O" switches for that pilot to
“O”(OFF), wait five minutes before attempting to re-light.
WARNING
If the gas supply and/or the electrical power is interrupted, or if pilot(s) extinguish, turn the
thermostat knobs and the gas shut off valve to the "OFF" position and wait five (5) minutes
before attempting to re-light the pilot. Do not attempt to operate this appliance during a power
failure.
2.2. Initial Startup
NOTICE
New griddles should be carefully tempered and cared for in order to avoid possible damage.
Wipe the griddle surface clean. A mild soapy water solution may be used to clean the surface, be sure to rinse
cooking surface thoroughly with fresh water to eliminate any soap residue. It is also important to wipe the
griddle surface and surrounding areas to dry up any standing water. Never allow water on a hot griddle
surface.
Seasoning is not required on a Chrome Plated Cooking surface, but the following procedure may be
performed to improve the non-stick qualities of the chrome plated cooking surface.
2.2.1. Griddle Surface Seasoning
1. To season the griddle, Light all pilots and turn all the thermostat controls to 200°F, (93°C). As the
unit heats up to 200°F, (93°C), apply a light film of cooking oil or beef suet over the entire cooking
surface, wiping off any excess build up. This step may be repeated as necessary to apply an even
coating on the griddle surface. Seasoning will help create and maintain a non-stick cooking
surface on your griddle.
2. Allow the seasoned surface to idle for one hour at 200°F, (93°C), Then set the thermostats to your
desired cooking temperature, once your griddle surface has reached temperature, apply another
coating of seasoning oil, wiping off any excess that may cause build up.
2.2.2. Surface Temperature Check
1. If available, place grill surface thermometer over each thermostat sensing probe 12", (30.5cm),
from the front edge of the griddle surface, See Figure 8 below. The sensing probes are located in
line with the thermostat knobs on snap action models, or the ON/OFF switch(s) on matchless
ignition models. Align your measuring device with the respective location on your appliance and
monitor the temperature at all the controls that are to be adjusted.
2. Heat the griddle up to the desired cooking temperature; check the surface temperature reading on
the grill thermometer. If necessary, adjust the thermostats that control any area of the surface that
are not within ± 15°F (± 8.3°C) of the thermostat setting. The procedure for adjusting the
thermostats is in Section 3.
2.2.3. Shutdown Procedure
1. Turn thermostat knobs to the
“OFF” position, or the lowest
possible temperature setting.
2. On matchless ignition models turn
“I/O” Switch to “O” position.
3. Close manual gas valve shut off.
4. Allow griddle surface to cool
normally.
Figure 8