Cleaning
1. THE GRIDDLE MUST BE CLEANED AFTER EACH USE IN ORDER TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN THE FINISH. Any seasoning or food residue left on the griddle will adhere to it during the next preheat. The residue will create a varnishlike or tacky surface that will build up over a period of time. This built-up residue will tend to flake off which creates a rough texture on the griddle surface, interfering with performance and appearance of the griddle. 2. Once the griddle has cooled (DO NOT immerse a hot griddle in cold water), wash with soap or detergent in hot water in the sink. Be sure to remove all food residue before cooking on the griddle again. Any difficult to remove, cooked on residue can be removed with a plastic scrubber. 3. In the event the griddle has not been cleaned sufficiently and has a light, tacky film of oil or cooked on residue, remove with plastic scrubber and Bar Keepers Friend, Ajax, or other nonabrasive cleansers. 4. DO NOT wash in dishwasher as strong detergents seasoning of the non-stick finish. remove some of the natural
