Pit Boss 50 Portable Gas Griddle Owners Guide - Manuel (Page 13)

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CHECKING THE GAS LEVEL
To check the amount of fuel in a gas cylinder, the griddle must be in operation. Place your hand at the top of the gas cylinder and
slowly move down the side until the gas cylinder feels cool to the touch. This will indicate the approximate amount of gas in your
gas cylinder; if ¾ empty, replace with a full gas cylinder.
IMPORTANT: Do not use charcoal briquettes or any flammable material with your griddle. Use of such
material will void your warranty and may lead to a fire, explosion and bodily harm.
CLEANING FREQUENCY
Any Pit Boss® unit will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. Follow these cleaning and maintenance
tips to service your griddle:
1. BURNER COMPONENTS
• Clean the burner whenever heavy build-up is found, to ensure that there are no signs of blockage (debris, insects)
on the burner tube or in the burner portholes. After periods of storage, spiders or small insects can build nests,
webs, and lay eggs in the burner tube, obstructing the flow of gas to the burner. A clogged tube can lead to a fire
beneath the appliance. If storing the grill or before an extended period of non-use, remove the burner and wrap with
aluminum foil to reduce the risk of insects entering the burner holes.
• The burner has been preset for optimal flame performance. A blue flame, possibly with a small yellow tip, is the
result of the optimal air and gas mixture. If flames are excessively yellow, orange or irregular, clean the oil and food
deposits on the burner surface and the burner portholes to increase airflow.
2. COOKING COMPONENTS
• The Hot Plate of your griddle is ceramic-coated. The best utensils to use are wood, silcone, or nylon, as these materials
will reduce the wear on the cooking surface.
• The unit comes preseasoned from the factory, but it is important to clean and season the Hot Plate after each use to
prevent rust, extend the life of your griddle, and create a non-stick cooking surface. The seasoning of the griddle is
a continuous process that must be repeated over the life of your griddle to ensure the best cooking experience and
longest life of use.
1. Clean the Hot Plate after each use, using a spatula or scraper to remove all food and debris.
2. Liberally apply an even coat of cooking oil to the cooking surface. Vegetable, olive, peanut, coconut, and sesame
oils are all suitable for seasoning your griddle.
3. Allow to cool in a cool, dry location.
3. GRIDDLE EXTERIOR
• Check your Grease Cup often, and clean out as necessary. Keep in mind the type of foods that are cooked.
• Use a cover to protect your griddle for complete protection! A cover is your best protection against weather and
outside pollutants. When not in use or for long-term storage, keep the unit under a cover in a garage or shed, with
the gas cylinder removed (cylinders must be stored outdoors).
CLEANING TIME TABLE (NORMAL USE)
ITEM CLEANING FREQUENCY CLEANING METHOD
Hot Plate After each use Burn off excess, scrub pad & soapy water, season with cooking oil
Grease Cup After each use Empty, scrub pad & soapy water
Burner Tube, Portholes Every 5-6 uses Dust, scrub pad & soapy water
Burners Every 5-6 uses Scrub pad & soapy water
Cart As needed Non-abrasive cloth & soapy water