Magikitch'n MKE Electric Griddle - Manual (Page 12)

Cleaning & Maintenance
MKE Series Electric Griddle
L20-369 REV. 2 (05/12) 12
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 MagiKleans'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
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.
1. Scrape griddle surface completely with supplied scraper to remove grease and food debris.
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 MagiKleans'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
 Use a grill surface thermometer to make sure thermostats are operating properly.
 Make sure that all electrical connections have not been tampered with or damaged.
 Check to see that the ventilation hood and make up air systems are working properly.
 Inspect griddle surface for any visible damage.
5.4. Annual/Periodic Preventative Maintenance and Inspection
This section should ONLY be performed by a qualified service technician as part of a regular kitchen
maintenance program. This inspection should take place a minimum of once a year by an Authorized
Service Technician recommended by MagiKitch’n. It may be necessary perform this inspection more then
once a year.
5.4.1. Safety Evaluation
 Check all electrical connections, and verify that the griddle retention/lanyard system is in place.
 Check for food debris and grease migration in and around the cabinet of the appliance.
 Check legs/casters, and ensure all nuts and bolts are secured. (If Equipped)
 Check all exposed wiring connections, switches and indicator lights.
5.4.2. Mechanical Inspection
 Check griddle surface for damage, rust, and any cracks in the chrome plating if applicable.
 Check grease box for leaks.
 Check for grease and water migration, clean as necessary.
 Check ventilation hood drain cup and filters, clean as necessary.
 Check vents for foreign debris.
 Check for loose parts.
 Check for missing parts and fasteners, replace as necessary.