Waldorf GP8120E Installation And Operation Manual - page 15

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Cleaning and Maintenance 

Daily Cleaning 

1. 

The grease drawer should be checked and emptied frequently to prevent overflow and spillage.   

Remove the grease drawer while still warm so that the grease is in a liquid state.  Empty any grease 

from the drawer and wash thoroughly in the same manner as any cooking utensil. 

2. 

Clean the Control Panel with a damp cloth lightly moistened with a solution of mild detergent and 

water. 

3. 

Thoroughly clean the splash back, the interior and exterior surfaces of the griddle with hot water, a 

detergent solution and a soft scrubbing brush. 

4. 

Brush the griddle surface with a soft bristled brush.  Any carbon deposits should be removed using 

the supplied scraper tool followed by wiping with a cloth to prevent accumulation of food deposits. 

5. 

Dry the griddle thoroughly with a dry cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth. 

NOTE:  Chrome Griddle Plate;  DO NOT use strong solvents, harsh abrasive or caustic detergents 

as they could corrode or damage the chrome plate. 

Weekly Cleaning 

NOTE: 

 If griddle usage is very high, we recommend that weekly cleaning is carried out more  

frequently. 

 Ensure that protective gloves are worn during the cleaning process. 

 DO NOT use strong solvents, harsh abrasive or caustic detergents as they will damage the 

griddle and burners. 

 DO NOT use water on the griddle plate while it is still hot as warping may occur.  Allow 

these items to cool before cleaning. 

Griddle - Steel Plate 

NOTE:  To prevent rust forming on griddle plate, ensure that all detergent and cleaning material has 

been entirely removed after each cleaning process.  Appliance should be switched ‘On’ 

briefly to ensure griddle plate is dry.  Oil or grease should be spread over griddle surface to 

form a thin protective greasy film. 

a.  Remove and clean the grease collection drawer frequently to prevent over spills. 

b.  Clean the griddle surface thoroughly with the supplied scraper tool or a wire brush.  If necessary 

use a griddle stone or a scotch bright pad on the griddle surface for the removal of stubborn or 

accumulated carbon deposits. 

c.  Occasionally bleach the griddle plate with vinegar when the plate is cold. 

d.  Clean with hot water, a mild detergent solution and a scrubbing brush.  Dry all components  

thoroughly with a dry cloth. 

e.  The griddle should be switched ‘On’ briefly to ensure that the griddle plate is dry.  A thin smear of 

cooking oil should be spread over the griddle to form a protective film. 

Griddle - Chrome Plate 

NOTE:  To maintain the finish on the chrome griddle plate, ensure that all detergent and cleaning 

material has been entirely removed after each cleaning.  Switch the griddle ‘On’ briefly to 

ensure griddle plate is dry. 

Always apply even pressure over the whole surface of the scraper tool when  

using on the flat surface of the griddle, to prevent scoring of the griddle  

surface. 

NEVER bang the sharp edge of the scraper tool on the flat surface of the griddle 

as this will damage the griddle and invalidate the warranty. 

Caution