Viking F20143D - Manual (Page 16)

NOTE: For cleaning, a Griddle Cleaning Kit can be purchased using a
consumer order form (supplied in the same envelope that contained this
use and care manual), or by calling Viking Range Corporation at (662)
451-4161, or via our website vikingrange.com. The Griddle Cleaning Kit
is a fast and easy commercial grade cleaning system. The kit contains 25
or more cleanings.
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Griddle/Simmer Plate
1. After using the griddle, always remove the drip pan located below it
by pulling the drip pan toward you. The drip pan needs to be cleaned
after each use of the griddle. Cooked-off grease will drain from the
griddle through the drain tube and accumulate in the drip pan. Wash
in hot soapy water or with an antibacterial cleaner. The drip pan
needs to be cleaned after each use. If grease is permitted to
accumulate, fire hazard could occur, since the griddle burners are
directly above the pan.
2. Rub the surface of a hot griddle with unsalted solid shortening,
vegetable oil or spray it with a non-stick cooking spray. Thoroughly
wipe it with a burlap or another rough cloth to remove food particles
and other residue.
3. Stubborn spots may be removed by rubbing the surface with a rough
grained nylon scrubbing pad with cooking oil. If necessary, flush the
surface of a warm griddle (200°F/93°C) with club soda and wipe over
entire surface with a paper towel. Coat lightly with cooking oil.
4. Special griddle cleaners are commercially available which may be
used to remove heavy soil build-up. Follow manufacturer’s directions
exactly. Rinse the griddle with a vinegar and water solution after using
these cleaners, rinse with clear water, dry and coat lightly with
cooking oil. Use griddle stones only when absolutely necessary and
then with extreme caution. Wipe away any griddle-stone dust and
food particles and coat lightly with cooking oil.
5. Using hot soapy water to clean the griddle will remove the cooked-in
seasoning and will require re-seasoning by coating lightly with
cooking oil.
6. Never flood a hot griddle with cold water! This promotes griddle
warping and can cause the griddle plate to crack if continued over a
period of time.
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Burner Caps
The surface burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned.
Always clean the burner caps after a spill over. Keeping the burner caps
clean will prevent improper ignition and uneven flames. To clean, pull
burner cap straight up from the burner base. Wipe off surface burner
caps with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth after each use. Use a a
non-abrasive cleanser such as Bon Ami
TM and a soft brush or soft Scotch
Brite TM pad for cooked-on foods. Dry thoroughly after cleaning. For best
cleaning and to avoid possible rusting, do not clean in dishwasher or
self-cleaning oven.
Aluminum Base
The aluminum base should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water at
the end of each cooling period. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cloths,
cleanser, or powders. To remove encrusted materials, soak the area with
a hot towel to loosen the material, then use a wooden or nylon spatula.
Do not use a metal knife, spatula, or any other material tool to scrape
the aluminum base.
NOTE: For stubborn stains, use a non-abrasive cleanser such as Bon
Ami
TM and a soft brush or soft Scotch Brite TM pad on grates and burner
caps.
Surface Burners
Wipe up spill-overs as soon as possible after they occur and before they
get a chance to burn in and cook solid. In the event of a spill-over, follow
these steps:
1. Allow the burner and grate to cool to a safe temperature level.
2. Lift off the burner grate. Wash in warm soapy water.
3. Remove the burner cap and burner head and clean per instructions
below.
4. Wipe up any spills which remains on the sealed top surface.
5. Replace burner cap, burner head, and grates, after drying thoroughly.
Note: When replacing burner head, arrow must be pointing towards
back of range.