Cuisinart CGG-0028, Manual

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE                                                                                                                

IGNITOR

In order to prevent cracking of the burner's ceramic ignitor surfaces, never allow hard objects to the strike the 

ceramic ignitor. This will cause the burners to malfunc�on. Care should be taken when inser�ng or removing the 

griddle plate and accessories into or from the griddle. If hard objects fall onto the ceramic ignitor, it is likely to crack 

the ceramic. 

Damage resul�ng from failure to follow these steps is not covered under the warranty.

GRIDDLE SEASONING

Let’s Talk About Seasoning

In this case we are not talking about salt and pepper. We are talking about the process of condi�oning your griddle 

surface  for  op�mal  performance  and  longevity.  Seasoning  your  griddle  will  help  create  a  non-s�ck  surface  for 

cooking while also protec�ng it from any rust. It’s worth the effort. When you receive your griddle it will already 

have a thin layer of oil applied. We do this to protect from rust in shipping and storing, but it’s going to need a li�le 

more work to perfect it.

First Seasoning

•   This is the most important one so let’s get this right. You’ll want to start by using some soapy water and a towel 

or paper towels to wash off the shipping oil. Use addi�onal water to wash the soap from the griddle surface.  

Dry the surface with a towel or paper towels. This gives you a fresh and clean start. 

•   Next, you’ll want to select your oil. Feel free to use Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Vegetable Oil or Soy Oil.

•   Now we can season. In this process you’ll be using high heat to bond the oil to the surface. Using a paper towel

rub a thin coat of oil on the en�re surface of the griddle. Then turn your griddle on high. The oil will eventually  

begin to smoke which is good. Leave it on high un�l the smoke stops. That means you passed the smoke point.

•   Finally, you’ll want to cool the surface and repeat the process above un�l you get a smooth black    

surface on the griddle. If the griddle surface is hot you can use tongs or other protec�ve gear to protect your  

hands while oiling.

•   Once you’ve completed this process you’ll have the perfect griddling surface to get cooking on!

NOTE: When seasoning your cooktop, make sure the oil is in a thin, even layer. Do not allow oil to puddle or leave 

any heavy streaks on the surface, as this can lead to a gummy cooktop.

A�er extended use, you may no�ce that some of your seasoning is wearing off. This is normal and can be fixed by 

cleaning the cooktop and repea�ng the seasoning process un�l you get a smooth black surface on the griddle.

Prehea�ng Instruc�ons

Food cooks faster with a preheated cooking surface. By prehea�ng your griddle cooking surface to about 300° F, you 

can start cooking immediately and properly. 

To preheat your griddle cooking surface, turn the gas control knobs to a medium heat for approximately 8- 10 

minutes. 

WARNING: Make sure to use protec�ve gloves as griddle will be warm to the touch.