Instructions / Assembly

C-7
Cleaning the Griddle
BEFORE FIRST USE:
Char-Griller Griddles are coated with vegetable oil to prevent rust and damage during shipping. Before
rst time use, wash the griddle surface with hot, soapy water. THIS IS THE ONLY TIME YOU SHOULD
USE SOAP OR DETERGENT ON THE GRIDDLE. Rinse and dry completely with paper towels.
Proceed with seasoning instructions.
AFTER EACH USE:
To clean the griddle after each use, gently scrape away any food residue or build up with a spatula and
wipe down the griddle surface with a paper towel. If necessary, pour hot water onto the griddle surface
and let it boil off tough residue. Wipe again with a paper towel and dry completely. ¼ cup of table salt
can also be used to buff off stuck on food.
For optimal performance, coat the still warm griddle with a thin layer of vegetable oil after each cook to
help maintain the seasoned surface.
General Griddle Cleaning
• Do not mistake brown or black accumulation of grease and smoke for paint.
• Do NOT apply a caustic griddle/oven cleaner to painted surfaces.
• To clean plastic parts: Wash them with warm soapy water and wipe dry. Do not use Citrisol, abrasive
cleaners, degreasers or a concentrated oven cleaner on plastic parts. Damage to and failure of
parts can result.
• To clean painted surfaces: Wash with mild detergent or nonabrasive cleaner and warm soapy water.
Wipe dry with a soft nonabrasive cloth.
• If rust or scaling develop on the cooking surface, scrub it off using steel wool, a steel brush or high
grit sandpaper and re-season surface.
Baked-on grease deposits may require the use of an abrasive plastic cleaning pad. Use only in direction
of brushed nish to avoid damage. Do not use abrasive pad on areas with graphics.
Storage of Appliance
Ensure griddle surface is completely dry before storing. When the appliance is not in use, it should be
covered and stored in a dry, dust-free environment. Storage of an appliance indoors is only permissible
if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance. To maximize life of the grill, use a
custom-t Char-Griller Cover (Model #8275).