Magikitch'n MKG36 Griddle User Manual


 
Cleaning & Maintenance
MKG Series Gas Griddle
L25-052 Rev. 0 (5/06)
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5. Cleaning & Maintenance Section
5.1. Daily Cleaning
1. Clean the griddle surface often to prevent sticking and poor food product quality. Scrape the griddle
plate regularly with a scraper intended for your type of griddle surfaces to remove all surface grease
and food debris.
NOTICE
Do not use Grill Bricks, Grill Screens, or any other type of abrasive material on your
MagiKitch'n Chrome Griddle Surface. USING ABRASIVE MATERIALS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
2. Clean and wipe out grease chutes.
3. Wipe down the exterior, the sides and front of the griddle are stainless steel, any stainless steel
cleaner can be used to clean these surfaces.
4. Remove and empty grease box(es) of any and all debris, also wipe down the inside of the grease box
compartment for food particles that may have come free from the grease box.
NOTICE
The grease box is designed to contain grease run off from the griddle surface. The grease box should
NEVER be allowed to overfill, and should be emptied accordingly and grease disposed of properly.
5.2. Griddle Surface Cleaning, End Of Shift
NOTICE
Wear protective gloves and clothing when cleaning the appliance, HOT Surfaces
may cause personal injury.
5.2.1. Plain Steel Cooking Surface
1. Scrape griddle surface completely with a scraper to remove grease and food debris.
2. Use a grill brick or grill screen to clean any heavy build up of carbon from the griddle surface.
Never use steel wool pads, small fibers may be left behind on the cooking surface.
3. When griddle surface is cool, Polish surface with Magi Kleans'r, or similar type non-abrasive,
non-caustic cleaners that are approved for stainless steel.
4. It may be necessary to season the grill again after this cleaning.
5.2.2. Chrome Plated Cooking Surface
1. Scrape griddle surface completely with supplied scraper to remove grease and food debris.
NOTICE
Do not use Grill Bricks, Grill Screens, or any other type of abrasive material on your
MagiKitch'n Chrome Griddle Surface. USING ABRASIVE MATERIALS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
2. When griddle surface is cool, Scrub the Chrome surface with the supplied palmetto cleaning
brush and cool water.
3. Shine the Chrome griddle cooking surface with Magi Kleans'r, water and a soft cloth.
4. Rinse with clean water and wipe away any residue with a dry cloth.
5.3. Monthly Maintenance
NOTICE
Regular maintenance of your MagiKitch'n griddle is Recommended to keep the appliance operating
properly.
5.3.1. Monthly Preventative Maintenance
Food debris and grease can buildup in and around the griddle . Performing the monthly preventative
maintenance steps below will keep your equipment safe and at peak performance. If you are
producing high quantities of grilled foods, it may be necessary to clean these components more then
once a month
9 Use a grill surface thermometer to make sure thermostats are operating properly.
9 Visually check that the pilot(s) flame(s) are strong and light the main burners properly.
9 Visually check the appearance of the main burners, all burners should have a nice blue flame.
9 Make sure that all gas connections have not been tampered with or damaged, check for leaks with
a soapy water solution. Never use an open flame to check for leaks.
9 Check to see that the flue exhaust area has no food debris, or blocked in any way. Never allow the
flue to become excessively dirty. The flue being free of obstruction is imperative to proper burner
operation.