Wells Bulit-In Electric Griddles User manual

WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
2 ERIK CIRCLE, P. O. Box 280
Verdi, NV 89439
Customer Service [phone] Ext.502
fax: [phone]
www.wellsbloomfield.com
OPERATION
MANUAL
for
BUILT-IN
ELECTRIC
GRIDDLES
includes:
INSTALLATION
USE and CARE
IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
This manual is considered to be part of the GRIDDLE and is to be given to the OWNER
or MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS
of the GRIDDLE. Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER .
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR
INSTALLING THIS GRIDDLE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any questions
concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.
P/N 303340 Rev.(-) M101 110100 cps
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All commercial cooking equipment manufactured by WELLS MFG. CO. is warranted against defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original installation or 18 months from the date of
shipment from our factory, whichever comes first, and is for the benefit of the original purchaser only.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE AND ONLY WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN LAW OR IN
FACT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND/OR FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CON-
NECTION WITH WELLS MFG. CO. PRODUCTS. This warranty is void if it is determined that, upon inspection
by an authorized service agency, the equipment has been modified, misused, misapplied, improperly installed,
or damaged in transit or by fire, flood or act of God. It also does not apply if the serial nameplate has been
removed, or if service is performed by unauthorized personnel. The prices charged by Wells Mfg. Co.for its
products are based upon the limitations in this warranty. Seller’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the
repair of defects without charge by a Wells Mfg. Co. factory authorized service agency or one of its sub-service
agencies. This service will be provided on customer’s premises for non-portable models. Portable models (a
device with a cord and plug) must be taken or shipped to the closest authorized service agency, transportation
charges prepaid, for service. In addition to restrictions contained in this warranty, specific limitations are shown
in the Service Policy and Procedure Guide. Wells Mfg. Co. authorized service agencies are located in principal
cities. Thiswarrantyisvalidin the UnitedStates and Canadaand void elsewhere. Pleaseconsult your classified
telephonedirectory, your foodserviceequipment dealeror writethe Factory ServiceDepartment, WellsManufac-
turing Company, P.O. Box 280, Verdi, Nevada 89439, phone [phone] or [phone], for information
and other details concerning warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE
ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
1. Resetting of safety thermostats, circuit breakers, overload protectors, and/or fuse replacements are not
covered by this warranty unless warranted conditions are the cause.
2. All problems due to operation at voltages or phase other than specified on equipment nameplates
are not covered by this warranty.
Conversion to correct voltage and/or phase must be the customers responsibility.
3. All problems due to electrical connections not made in accordance with electrical code requirements
and wiring diagrams supplied with the equipment are not covered by this warranty.
4. Replacement of items subject to normal wear, to include such items as knobs, light bulbs; and, normal
maintenance functions including adjustments of thermostats, adjustment of micro switches and replacement
of fuses and indicating lights are not covered by warranty.
5. Damage to electrical cords and/or plug due to exposure to excessive heat are not covered by this warranty.
7. Full use, care, and maintenance instructions are supplied with each machine. Noted maintenance and
preventative maintenance items, such as servicing and cleaning schedules, are customer responsibility.
Those miscellaneous adjustments noted are customer responsibility. Proper attention to preventatve
maintenance and scheduled maintenance procedures will prolong the life of the machine.
8. Travel mileage is limited to sixty (60) miles from an Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub-service
agencies.
9. All labor shall be performed during regular working hours. Overtime premium will be charged to the buyer.
10. All genuine Wells replacement parts are warranted for ninety (90) days from date of purchase on non-
warranty equipment. This parts warranty is limited only to replacement of the defective part(s). Any use
of non-genuine Wells parts completely voids any warranty.
11. Installation, labor, and job check-outs are not considered warranty and are thus not covered by this
warranty.
12. Charges incurred by delays, waiting time or operating restrictions that hinder the service technician’s
ability to perform service arenot covered by warranty. This includes institutional and correctional facilities.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE
NOTE: Foryour protection,please notethat equipmentin thisshipment wascarefully inspected
andpackaged byskilled personnelbefore leavingthefactory. Upon acceptanceof thisshipment,
thetransportationcompanyassumesfullresponsibilityforitssafedelivery.
IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:
1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Becertain that any visible lossordamage is noted on
thefreight bill orexpressreceipt, and that thenote of loss ordamage is signedbythe
deliveryperson.
2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY: Regardlessofthe extent of the damage.
3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: ifdamage is unnoticeduntilthe merchandise is
unpacked,notifythe transportationcompany orcarrierimmediately,andfile
“CONCEALEDDAMAGE” claim with them. Thisshould be donewithinfifteen(15) days
fromthe date thedelivery was madetoyou. Be suretoretain the containerfor inspection.
WellsManufacturing cannotassume liabilityfor damageorloss incurredin transit. Wewill,
however,atyour request,supplyyou withthenecessarydocumentsto supportyourclaim.
Warranty InsideCover
FeaturesandOperatingControls 2
SafetyProcedures 3
WarmerPrecautions&GeneralInformation 3
InstallationInstructions 4
Operation 6
PreventativeMaintenance
StandardGriddle CleaningInstructions 7
ChromePlated GriddleCleaning Instructions 9
Parts& Service 11

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FEATURES and OPERATING CONTROLS
On THERMOSTATICALLYCONTROLLED griddles, power is
applied to the griddle heating element according to the control
knobposition and the actual temperatureat the temperature
sensing thermobulb.
The temperature of each section of the griddle is
individuallycontrollabletoallow preparation of different
products, or to allow the griddle to be used for both product
preparationandtemporaryholding of prepared product.
The dial position is an indication of the temperature
setting. Actual griddle surface temperature will vary,
depending upon type and initial temperature of product ,
andothervariables.
B. GREASE TROUGH
Extra wide trough with radiused corners makes cleaning
easier. Trough slopes to large waste hole in center,
which empties into the removable grease drawer.
C. GREASE DRAWER
Large-capacitydrawer is removable from the front for
easy cleaning. Special “reminder” hole in center of
drawer indicates when drawer is full.
D. REMOVABLE SPLASH GUARD
Stainlesssteel splash guard simplifies griddle
maintenance and keeps grease from splattering onto
adjacentwalls and equipment.
E. WELLSLOKS
Built-in griddles are equipped with WELLSLOKS, uniquely
designed turnout tabs which help secure the griddle to the
countertop. (See the Installation Instructions suppliedwith the
griddle for details.)
A. THERMOSTAT
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL
KNOB
INDICATOR
LIGHT
SPLASH
GUARD
GREASE
TROUGH
GREASE
DRAWER
WELLSLOKS

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SAFETY PROCEDURES
Knowledge of proper procedures is essential to the safeoperation of electrically energized
equipment. In accordance with generally accepted product safety labeling guidelines for
potential hazards, the following signal words and symbols are used throughout this manual.
WARNING -Warningisused to indicate the presenceof a hazard whichcan cause
personalinjuryandpossiblydeath,or major property damage, in the event the state-
ment is ignored.
CAUTION - Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will or can
cause minor personal injury, or property damage in the event the statement is ignored.
NOTE-Noteisusedtonotifypersonnelof installation, operation or maintenanceinformation
which is important, but not hazard related.
DANGER - Danger is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will
cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage in the
event the statement is ignored.
GRIDDLE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Griddles are intended for use tocook food products for human consumption. No other useis
recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or itsagents.
2. Griddles are intended for use in commercial establishments, where all operators are familiar with
the appliance use, limitations and associated hazards. Operating instructions and warnings must
be readand understood by alloperators and users.
3. Do not splash or pour water onto controls, control panels orwiring.
4. Unplug griddle or disconnect from electrical power before performing any service or maintenance.
5. Any parts replacement, maintenance procedure or servicing procedure requiring the use of tools
must be performed by an Authorized Service Agency.
6. Any troubleshooting guides, component views, parts lists or installation guides provided with this
equipment are intended for the use of qualified technical personnel only.
7. Exceptwhereotherwisenoted, thispieceofequipmentismadeintheUSAandhasAmericansizeson
hardware.
8. This manual should be considered a permanant part of this appliance. This manual and all
supplied instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts break downs, notices and labels must remain
with the appliance if it is sold or moved to another location.
CAUTION - Used to indicate the presence of an electrical hazard which will or can
cause personal injury, or property damage in the event the statement is ignored.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
A. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
1. Carefully remove the GRIDDLE from the carton. Remove all protective plastic film, packaging
materials and accessories from theGRIDDLE before connecting electrical power or otherwise
performingany installation procedures.
NOTE: DO NOT discard the CARTON and other PACKAGING MATERIAL until you have
inspected the warmer for hidden damage and tested it for PROPER OPERATION.
Refer to SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE on page 1 of this manual.
2. Read all instructions in this manual carefully before starting installation of this griddle. READAND
UNDERSTAND ALL LABELS AND DIAGRAMS ATTACHED TO THE GRIDDLE.
3. Carefully account for all components and accessories before discarding packing materials.
Store the accessories in a convenient place for later use:
B. INSTALLATION NOTES
1. Installation and start up of built-in griddles MUST be performed by an authorized installation company.
2. It is the RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER to verify that this griddle installation is in
compliance with the specifications listed in this manual and on the specification sheet provided.
3. It is the RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER to check with the AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION,
in order to verify that this griddle installation is in compliance with local code requirements.
C. BUILT-IN GRIDDLES
1. This is a GENERAL GUIDE. For specific cutout dimensions and other installation details, refer to
the Installation Instructions supplied with the griddle.
2. Cutouts
a. Cutout dimensions for griddle and control panels are listed on theInstallation Instructions
provided with the griddle.
b. Verify griddle and control panel dimensions before making cutout.
c. Griddles must be installed in all-metal counters only.
3. Installation
a. Verifythat provided sealants are applied to the
underside of the top flange prior to setting the
unit into the cutout.
b. After installation, verify that the tabs on the
Wellsloks are turned out to lock the griddle into
the counter.
c. Applya thin bead of food-grade silicone sealant
around the flange to seal it to the counter.
NOTE: Damage caused by leaks due to improper
installation is NOT covered by warranty.

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RECOMMENDED GRILLING TIMES AND TEMPERATURES
NOTE: The times and temperatures in this chart are suggestions only. Your own experience
with your own menu items will be your best guide to achieving the best food product.
PRODUCT TEMPERATURE ºF TIME
Sausage,link and patty 350º 3 minutes
Bacon 350º 2 - 3 minutes
CanadianBacon 350º 2 - 3 minutes
Ham Steaks 375º 3 - 4 minutes
Broiled Ham 375º 2 minutes
BeefTenderloin 400º 3 - 4 minutes
Minute Steaks 400º 3 - 4 minutes
Club Steak, 1” thick 400º 3 - 5 minutes
Hamburgers 350º 3 - 4 minutes
Cheeseburgers 350º 3 - 4 minutes
MeltedCheeseSandwich 375º 3 - 4 minutes
HotDogs 325º 2 - 3 minutes
D. ELECTRICAL HOOK-UP
IMPORTANT:Electrical installation must be performed by a licensed electrician in compliance
with all local ordinances and code requirements.
1. Refer to the nameplate. Verify the electrical service power. Voltage and phase must
match the nameplate specifications. Connecting the griddle to the wrong voltage can severely
damagetheunitorcausenoticeablydecreasedperformance.
IMPORTANT:Damage due to being connected to the wrong voltage is NOT covered by warranty.
2. Use copper wire suitable for at least 90ºC for supply connections.
3. Griddles are factory wired three-phase (3ø). For single-phase (1ø) wiring, refer to the wiring
diagram attached to the griddle.
CAUTION: Electrical Shock Hazard
This griddle must be electrically grounded.
Connect the terminal marked “GND” or “
G
” to a suitable building ground.
4. This griddle is not fused. Protect the circuit with properly sized fuses or circuit breaker.
5. An electrical disconnect must be installed readily accessible to the operator of the griddle.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
A. PREPARING THE GRIDDLE SURFACE
1. SEASONING STANDARD GRIDDLES
As manufactured, the steel surface of your Wells griddle has microscopic pores. It is important to
fill these pores with oil in order to provide a hard, non-stick cooking surface.
a. Preheat the griddle surface to 375ºF (191ºC).
b. Spread a light film of cooking oil over the entire griddle surface
c. Allow the oil film to cook in for approximately 2 minutes, or until it smokes.
d. Wipe the griddle surface with a clean damp cloth until all oil is removed.
e. For new griddles, repeat this procedure 2-3 times until the griddle has a slick, clean surface.
2. CHROME PLATED GRIDDLES
Because the microscopic pores in the griddle surface are filled by the chrome plating, no seasoning
of the griddle surface is required.
a. Thoroughly clean the griddle surface using a soft clean cloth and a small amount of mild
detergent.
b. Rinse and dry thoroughly after cleaning.
c. The griddle is now ready to use.
IMPORTANT:SCRATCHES WILL DAMAGE THE GRIDDLE SURFACE!
DO NOT use anything on this griddle that could scratch the surface.
DO NOT clean chrome surface with griddle bricks, pumice stone or abrasive cleansers.
B. USING THE GRIDDLE
CAUTION: Hot surfaces
Exposed surfaces can be very hot and may cause severe burns on contact.
1. Check the chart on page 6 for recommended cooking temperatures. Turn the temperature control
knob to the desired temperature. The indicator light will glow while the griddle is heating. When the
indicator light first goes out, the griddle is ready to use.
NOTE: Separate sections of the griddle may be set to different temperatures. This will allow a
variety of products to be prepared at the same time, and will allow prepared product to be held
at serving temperature after cooking. For best results, different temperatures should be set from
coolest to hottest sequentially across the width of the griddle. (Heat will migrate over the entire
griddle surface. Setting one section low, adjacent to a section set high, may overwork components
in the “high” section as the thermostat tries to compensate for heat lost to the “low” section.)
2. For standard griddles, keep the griddle surface clean and well oiled during use. Scrape cooking
wasteintothegrease trough frequently during use. Occasionally brush or spray a light coat of
cooking oil on the griddle surface in order to maintain the non-stick surface.
3. Forchrome plated griddles, scrape cooking waste into the grease trough afterpreparing each order.
DO NOT bang or tap pots, pans, spatulas or other metal utensils on the griddle surface as this may
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DO NOT REMOVE FROM MANUAL - PHOTOCOPY TO DISTRIBUTE
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE CARD
STANDARD ELECTRIC GRIDDLE
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARATIONS: Set temperature control to 220ºF. Allow the griddle temperature to drop to
220ºFbeforeproceeding.
FREQUENCY: Daily
TOOLS: Griddle Brick or Pumice Stone
Fiber Brush
Plastic Scouring Pad, Plastic Scraper
MildDetergent,Non-AbrasiveCleanser
Clean Soft Cloth / Sponge
FoodGrade Silicone Sealant
1. Pour a small amount of water on the griddle surface and let it "sizzle".
2. Cleanthe griddle surface:
a. For standard griddles, use a pumice stone or griddle brick to scrape food waste.
Clean the griddle surface down to bright metal. Wipe off any remaining
powderresidue.
b. Forgrooved-surface griddles, use the supplied contouredscraper to scrape food
waste. Clean the griddle surface down to bright metal.
IMPORTANT:NEVER USE STEEL WOOL TO CLEAN THE GRIDDLE SURFACE!
DO NOT use detergent or oven cleaner to clean the griddle surface.
3. Use a soft-bristled fiber brush in a circular motion to remove any remaining food particles.
4. Turn temperature control toOFF. Allow the griddle surface to cool, then wipe the surface
with a clean cloth. Dry the griddle surface thoroughly.
IMPORTANT:SEASON THE COOKING SURFACE AFTER EACH CLEANING.
5. At least once each day, the grease trough must be thoroughly cleaned. Using a scraper,
remove all grease and food waste from the grease trough by pushing it down the waste
hole and into the grease drawer.
6. After scraping all cooking waste from grease trough into the grease drawer, take the
grease drawer tokitchen cleaning area andproperly dispose of all waste.
a. Clean drawer with hot water and a mild detergent.
b. Dry drawer thoroughly and reinstall in griddle.
7. Clean the splash guard in the sink with warm water and mild detergent, or in the dish
washer. Rinse thoroughly and reinstall.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT splash or pour water onto control panel or wiring.
8. Checkflange-to-counterseal. Resealwithfood-gradesiliconesealantifnecessary
Procedure is complete.
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DO NOT REMOVE FROM MANUAL - PHOTOCOPY TO DISTRIBUTE
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE CARD
CHROME PLATED ELECTRIC GRIDDLE
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
PREPARATIONS: Set temperature control to 225ºF. Allow the griddle temperature to drop to
225ºFbeforeproceeding.
FREQUENCY: Daily
TOOLS: 4” Razor-Style Scraper
MildDetergent,Non-AbrasiveCleanser
Clean Soft Cloth / Sponge
FoodGrade Silicone Sealant
1. Pour a small amount of water on the griddle surface and let it "sizzle".
2. Use a 4” razor-style scraper to clean the remaining food particles from the griddle surface
IMPORTANT:NEVER USE GRIDDLE BRICKS, PUMICE STONES OR STEEL
WOOLTO CLEAN THE GRIDDLE SURFACE!
DO NOT use detergent or oven cleaner to clean griddle surface.
IMPORTANT:NEVER BANG OR TAP METAL IMPLEMENTS, SPATULAS, POTS,
PANS, OR SCRAPERS ON THE GRIDDLE SURFACE!
3. Use a soft-bristled fiber brush in a circular motion to remove any remaining food particles.
4. Turn temperature control toOFF. Allow the griddle surface to cool, then wipe the surface
with a clean cloth. Dry the griddle surface thoroughly.
5. At least once each day, the grease trough must be thoroughly cleaned. Using a scraper,
remove all grease and food waste from the grease trough by pushing it down the waste
hole and into the grease drawer.
6. After scraping all cooking waste from grease trough into the grease drawer, take the
grease drawer tokitchen cleaning area andproperly dispose of all waste.
a. Clean drawer with hot water and a mild detergent.
b. Dry drawer thoroughly and reinstall in griddle.
7. Clean the splash guard in the sink with warm water and mild detergent, or in the dish
washer. Rinse thoroughly and reinstall.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT splash or pour water onto control panel or wiring.
8. Checkflange-to-counterseal. Reseal with food-gradesilicone sealant if necessary.
Procedure is complete.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA
please have this information available if calling for service
RESTAURANT_____________________________ LOCATION _______________
INSTALLATIONDATE ________________________TECHNICIAN_____________
SERVICE COMPANY__________________________________________________
ADDRESS___________________________STATE______ ZIP__________
TELEPHONENUMBER (_____)_____-_________
EQUIPMENTMODELNO.______________________________________________
EQUIPMENTSERIAL NO.______________________________________________
VOLTAGE:(check one)208V 240V 480V
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PARTS & SERVICE
IMPORTANT: Useonlyfactory authorizedservice partsandreplacementfilters.
Forfactoryauthorizedservice,ortoorderfactoryauthorizedreplacementparts,contactyour
WELLSAUTHORIZEDSERVICEAGENCY,orcall:
WellsManufacturingCompany
2Erik Circle, P. O. Box 280
Verdi, NV 89439
phone: [phone] askfor:
CustomerService fax: [phone]
ServicePartsDepartment fax: [phone]
ServiceParts Department can supplyyouwith the name /telephonenumber of the WELLS
AUTHORIZED SERVICEAGENCY nearestyou.
ACCESSORIES PART#
SPLASHGUARD,FITSG-136 20632
SPLASHGUARD,FITSG-156 20633
SPLASHGUARD,FITSG-196 20634
SPLASHGUARD,FITSG-236 20635
SPLASHGUARD,FITSG-246 20636
SPLASHGUARD,FITSG-606 20637
SCRAPER, GROOVED GRIDDLE 20651

WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
2 ERIK CIRCLE, P. O. Box 280
Verdi, NV 89439
Customer Service [phone] Ext. 502
fax: [phone]
www.wellsbloomfield.com