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Burner Grates
Your range has three professional-style
double grates. These grates are position-
specific. For maximum stability, these grates
should only be used in their proper position;
they cannot be interchanged left to right
or front to back. For convenience, the
undersides of the left and right grates are
marked “LEFT FRONT” and “RIGHT FRONT.”
Make sure the front portion of both grates is
in front. The middle grate has a bow in front.
Make sure the bowed portion is toward the
front of the range. In addition, the middle
grate is supported by the left and right grates
and must be installed LAST for stability.
Cleaning
Lift out when cool. Grates should be washed
regularly and, of course, after spillovers.
Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse
with clean water. When replacing the grates,
be sure they are positioned securely over
the burners. Replace the grates so that
continuous arcs are formed with the center
ribs of all three grates.
Do not operate a burner for an extended
period of time without cookware on the grate.
The finish on the grate may chip without
cookware to absorb the heat.
To get rid of burned-on food, place the grates
in a covered container. Add 1/4 cup ammonia
and let them soak several hours or overnight.
Wash, rinse well and dry.
Although they are durable, the grates will
gradually lose their shine, regardless of the
best care you can give them. This is due
to their continual exposure to high
temperatures. You will notice this
sooner with lighter color grates.
NOTE:
Do not clean the grates in a self-
cleaning oven.
Cooktop Surface
To avoid damaging the porcelain-enamel
surface of the cooktop and to prevent it
from becoming dull, clean up spills right
away. Foods with a lot of acid (tomatoes,
sauerkraut, fruit juices, etc.) or foods with
high sugar content could cause a dull spot
if allowed to set.
When the surface has cooled, wash and
rinse. For other spills such as fat spatterings,
wash with soap and water once the surface
has cooled. Then rinse and polish with a dry
cloth.
NOTE:
Do not lift the cooktop. Lifting the
cooktop can lead to damage and improper
operation of the range.
NOTE:
For stainless steel cooktops, refer
to the Stainless steel surfaces section.
NOTE:
Do not store flammable materials
in an oven, drawer or near the cooktop.
Do not store or use combustible materials,
gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
The grates may be cleaned in a
dishwasher.
Appearance may vary.
Left Front
Right Front
Center
Lodge
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Reversible Cast-Iron Griddle
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Rinse with hot water (do not use soap),
and dry thoroughly.
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Before cooking, prepare the surface with
cooking spray or vegetable. oil.
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After cooking, clean the griddle with a stiff
brush and hot water. Using soap is not
recommended, and harsh detergents
should never be used.
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Towel dry immediately and apply a light
coat of cooking spray or vegetable oil while
the griddle is still warm.
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Store in a cool, dry place.
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Do not wash in the dishwasher.
Griddle Precautions:
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If something has spilled under the griddle,
it should be cleaned up as soon as possible
to prevent “baked on” food soil.
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Do not allow grease to accumulate under
the griddle as it can be a fire hazard. Clean
under the griddle as soon as it is cool. Clean
with hot soapy water.
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Do not place your griddle in the microwave.
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Always turn off all surface burners before
removing the griddle. Use caution when
handling a hot griddle.
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