Magikitch'n MKH High Efficiency Griddle - Manual (Page 13)

Cleaning & Maintenance
MKH Series Gas Griddle
L25-053 Rev. 1 (12/11) 13
5. Cleaning & Maintenance Section
5.1. Griddle Surface Cleaning, During Operation Hours
1. Keep the griddle surface clean to prevent sticking and poor food product quality.
2. Scrape the griddle plate regularly through out the day 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.
3. Clean and wipe out grease chutes.
4. Wipe down the exterior with a clean rag or towel to keep grease and food debris from building up on
the stainless steel exterior, thermostat controls and switches.
5. At the end of the daily operation hours a degreaser, or stainless steel cleaner can be used to wipe
down all the exterior surfaces. Care should be taken to rinse any cleaning solvent residue from any
surfaces that may come in contact with food.
6. 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, Clean the cooking surface with a solution of water and Magi
Kleans'r, or similar type non-abrasive, non-caustic cleaners that are approved for stainless
steel.
4. When the cooking surface is cleaned of all foreign debris, rinse all surfaces completely with
clean water and wipe dry with a clean towel.
5. 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
ü Use a grill surface thermometer to make sure thermostats are operating properly.
ü Visually check that the pilot(s) flame(s) are strong and light the main burners properly.