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Operating Procedures
Models QS12 & QS24
Closing Procedures
Step 1
Raise the upper cook s urface to the “raised” position.
Step 2
T urn the power switches to the OFF position.
Figure 31
Step 3
Wipe the release material sheet thoroughly while still
attached to the upper cook surface, using the rubber
wiper squeegee.
CAUTION: The upper cook surface and
release material sheets are very hot. To prevent
burn injuries, wear protective gloves and use
extreme care when performing this procedure.
Step 4
Remove the release material sheet from the upper
cook surface by pulling the release rods from the
release material sheet. Temporarily place the release
material sheet on a clean, flat surface for further
cleaning. DO NOT fold or c rease the material or lay it
on sharp objects.
Step 5
Take the release material rods to the sink for cleaning.
Step 6
Clean the upper cook surface(s) with the special
rubber squeegee.
Note: DO NOT use metal scrapers, abrasive pads,
screens or wire brushes to clean the upper cook
surface.
Step 7
Dampen the gap slide brush with an approved, full
strength cleaner/degreaser (i.e., Sizzler Grill Bun and
Toast Cleaner, a Kay Chemicalr product).
Step 8
Clean the shroud by brushing between the platen
shroud and the gap slides.
Figure 32
Step 9
Repeat Steps 7 and 8 with warm water.
CAUTION: Protect eyes, lungs, and all
parts of the body from potential harm when using
any chemical cleaner.
Step 10
Starting from the top of the upper cook s urface, spray
full strength cleaner/degreaser (i.e., Sizzler Grill B u n
and Toaster Cleaner, a Kay Chemicalr product.) from
6” (152 mm) away. (Use a cleaner that will not
damage aluminum.) Spray one ounce of cleaner over
each upper cook surface and two ounces on the lower
cook surface. Let the c leaner soak for 3 -- 5 minutes.
Note: One ounce of cleaner equals approximately
thirty squirts.
Step 11
Starting from the top of the upper cook surface and the
rear of the lower cook surface, rinse both surfaces with
a mist o f w ater from a spray bottle.
CAUTION: Use care not to spray water or
cleaner/degreaser on any part of the grill, other
than t he cook surfaces. Improper procedures will
cause permanent electrical and mechanical
damage to internal parts.