Thermador PROFESSIONAL PRD48 - Manual (Page 26)

English 21
Using the Electric Griddle
(available on some models)
Description
The built-in griddle is made of restaurant-quality aluminum
that has a non-stick titanium coating. This produces a
surface with even heat that is easy to clean.
A maple chopping block, stainless steel cover, and coated-
aluminum grill plate are available as accessories and are
purchased separately. The maple chopping block and
stainless steel cover are sized to fit on top of the surface
when the griddle is not being used. The coated-aluminum
grill plate accessory is designed to replace the griddle
plate. See the instructions that come with the grill plate
accessory for more details.
The maple chopping block and stainless steel cover must
be removed before turning the griddle on.
• The electric griddle element is rated 120 volts AC,
1,630 watts.
CAUTION:
The griddle element is hot after use. Allow
sufficient time for griddle components to cool
before cleaning.
WARNING:
To avoid risk of injury, never operate griddle
without the griddle plate or grill plate accessory
installed. Never use griddle in a manner that is
not prescribed by the Use and Care Guide.
The griddle plate (or grill plate accessory) must always be
in place when the griddle is turned on.
Griddle Control Knob
• The griddle is electronically controlled with
temperatures marked on the knob from 150°– 500°F
(66°–260°C).
• There are no fixed settings on the knob.
• Press and turn the knob clockwise to the temperature
setting.
Preparing the Griddle
The griddle must be tilted slightly forward for optimum
performance. See Installation Manual for procedure to
check and adjust griddle for proper tilt of griddle plate. The
griddle plate is tilted slightly from the factory (Figure 23);
however, during installation the installer is responsible for
leveling the product.
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. Do not cut directly on the griddle plate.
NOTICE:
Griddle/Grill performance may vary if there is an excessive
amount of airflow in the vicinity of the appliance. The
excessive airflow could be from an air-conditioning register
or ceiling fan blowing at the cooktop. This could create lon-
ger than normal heat-up time, or it could cause the Griddle/
Grill temperature to be higher or lower than the knob set-
ting.
Note:
Having a properly installed ventilation hood is not
considered a source of excessive airflow.
Figure 23: Griddle Plate Leveling Screws
Leveling Screws
Figure 24: Griddle Control Knob