When Cooking Is Finished; Cleaning And Maintenance; Recommendations; Griddle Plate - Essentiel EPGZ 2 Instrucciones De Uso

When cooking is finished

1. Place all of the control knobs in the "
clockwise until they stop.
2. Turn off the power to the gas cylinder.
3. While the griddle is still hot, "de-glaze" it to make it easier to clean later: with suitable protective
gloves, pour a small amount of water onto the surface of the griddle, ensuring that hot steam is
released, then rub the plate with a wooden or plastic spatula and remove food residue to the drain
hole in the griddle.
You can also use white vinegar on the warm surface of the griddle instead of water.
4. Wait until the appliance and accessories have cooled down completely before cleaning.

cleaning and maintenance

The appliance must be cleaned after each use. Please de-glaze the griddle first (refer to the "Use -
Cooking - When cooking is finished" section.
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Before cleaning:
• Wait for the appliance to cool down completely.
• Make sure the control knobs are in the "
• Turn off the power to the gas cylinder.

Recommendations

• Do not use sharp objects or abrasive products to clean the appliance.
• Never leave water stagnating in the griddle plate and the grease trap drawer: risk of rusting and rapid
deterioration of materials.

Griddle Plate

Never use scouring and abrasive objects or detergents. To effectively remove cooked fats and juices
from meat, "de-glaze" the griddle immediately after cooking (griddle still hot):
1. Switch off the appliance, put on suitable gloves to protect against the heat of the griddle, and throw
a small amount of water on the surface to be cleaned. Beware of the heat released by the steam.
2. Remove the residue with a spatula into the slot of the griddle.
3. Finish cleaning with a soft sponge. Dry and lightly oil. You can replace the water with white vinegar
on a warm surface.
4. None of the griddle components are dishwasher safe.
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OFF" (stop) position. Push the knobs and turn them
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OFF" position (stop).

Burners

1. After several uses, food residues can clog the burners. It is advisable to burn these residues after
each cooking session to keep the burners clean. Refer to the "Use - Cooking - When cooking is
finished" section. For a more thorough clean, please follow these steps:
2. Make sure that all of the control knobs are in the "
closed.
3. Remove the burners.
4. Clean them by putting them in a solution of hot water and washing-up liquid.
5. Make sure that no holes in the burner are blocked. If necessary, unclog the holes with a toothpick.
6. Rinse with clean water, dry and put the burners back on the griddle.
7. Light them immediately to avoid rust and corrosion.

Grease trap drawer

The grease trap drawer must be cleaned after each use. Otherwise, the accumulated grease may ignite.
1. Carefully pull the drawer out using the handle on the front of the appliance.
2. Use a wooden or plastic spatula to remove food residue.
3. Clean the grease trap drawer with a soft sponge and washing-up liquid.
4. Rinse and let dry completely before putting it back on the griddle.

Body of the appliance

The body of the appliance should be regularly cleaned depending on how frequently the griddle is used
and food is cooked.
1. Remove the griddle plate.
2. Clean the body of the appliance with a soft, slightly damp cloth and washing-up liquid. Be careful
not to immerse the control knobs in water.
3. Rinse and let dry completely.
4. Check the ignition of the griddle after reinstalling all of the components in the body of the appliance.

Storage

• When not in use, the appliance and the gas cylinder must be stored indoors, away from rain and
dampness, and away from any source of heat.
• Lightly oil the griddle plate to avoid rust and before overwintering your appliance.
• Proper care and maintenance will keep your griddle in perfect working order and extend its life.

After a period of prolonged disuse

At the beginning of each griddle season or after a long period of disuse:
• Read the operating instructions carefully again.
• Check all of the gas valves, burner tubes and fittings for any obstructions.
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