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Cleaning and Maintenance
Griddle Plate (Steel - Drop-On) (Optional Extra)
NOTE: To prevent rust forming on chargrill (Steel Plate), ensure that any detergent or
cleaning material has been completely removed after each cleaning. Appliance should
be switched on briefly to ensure chargrill becomes dry. Spread a thin coat of oil or
grease over chargrill surface to form a protective greasy film.
a. Remove and clean grease collection drawer frequently to prevent over spills.
b. Clean griddle surface thoroughly with a scraper tool or wire brush. If necessary use a griddle
stone or a scotch bright pad on griddle surface to remove stubborn or accumulated carbon
deposits..
c. Occasionally bleach griddle plate with vinegar when plate is cold.
d. Clean with hot water, a mild detergent solution and a scrubbing brush. Dry all components
thoroughly with a dry cloth.
e. Griddle should be switched on briefly to ensure griddle plate becomes dry. A thin smear of
cooking oil should be spread over griddle to form a protective film.
Periodic Maintenance
NOTE: All maintenance operations should only be carried out by a qualified service person.
To achieve best results, cleaning must be regular and thorough and all controls and mechanical parts
checked and adjusted periodically by a competent serviceman. If any small faults occur, have them
attended to promptly. Don't wait until they cause a complete breakdown. It is recommended that
appliance is serviced every 6 months.
Gas Control Valve Re-Greasing
Gas control valve should be dismantled and greased every 6 months to ensure correct operation.
To carry out this operation;-
a. Remove gas control knobs from gas tap spindles.
b. Remove drip tray from appliance.
c. Remove two screws on underside of control panel and remove
control panel.
d. Remove 2 screws holding shaft plate to gas control body and
remove control shaft and plate. (See Fig 9). Note orientation of
shaft for correct re-assembly.
e. Using needle nose pliers or similar, pull out gas control
spindle, again noting its orientation.
f. Apply a suitable high temperature gas cock grease or
lubricant such as ROCOL - A.S.P (Anti scuffing paste) /
Dry Moly Paste to outside of spindle. (See Fig 10).
g. Replace spindle and re-assemble gas control valve in
reverse order.
h. Refit control panel and secure with 2 screws.
i. Refit knobs to gas control valve spindles.
Two Screws Fig 9
Spindle Fig 10
Always ensure that even pressure is applied over whole surface of scraper tool
when using on flat surface of griddle, to prevent scoring of griddle surface.
NEVER bang sharp edge of scraper tool on flat surface of griddle as this will
damage griddle and invalidate the warranty.
Caution