Wells WG2436G Service Manual

WELLS MANUFACTURING

265 Hobson Street, Smithville, Tennessee 37166

telephone: [phone]

fax: [phone]

www.wells-mfg.com

OWNERS MANUAL

COUNTERTOP
GAS
GRIDDLES

MODELS
WG2424G
WG2436G
WG3036G
WG3048G

121

Includes
INSTALLATION, USE & CARE
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST

Model WG2424G

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store gasoline or other ammable liquids

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WARNING:

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance

instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.

IMPORTANT:

The purchaser of this equipment must post in a prominent location instructions to be followed in the
event the user smells gas. This information shall be obtained by consulting the local gas supplier.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

This manual is considered to be part of the appliance and is to be given to the OWNER or
MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of
this appliance. Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER.

WIRING DIAGRAM

2M-45324 Rev. G

THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR
INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any

questions concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.

03/18

LIMITED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY

Wells Manufacturing warranties new products to be free from defects
in material and/or workmanship for a period of one [1] year from the
date of original installation, except as noted below. Defects that occur
as a result of normal use, within the time period and limitations defined
in this warranty, will at Wells’ discretion have the parts replaced or

repaired by Wells or a Wells-authorized service agency.

THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO ALL LISTED CONDITIONS.

Repairs performed under this warranty are to be performed by a Wells­authorized service agency. Wells will not be responsible for charges
incurred or service performed by non-authorized repair agencies.

In all cases, the nearest Wells-authorized service agency must be used.

Wells will be responsible for normal labor charges incurred in the repair
or replacement of a warrantied product within 50 miles (80.5 km) of
an authorized service agency. Time and expense charges for anything
beyond that distance will be the responsibility of the owner. All labor
will need to be performed during regular service hours. Any overtime
premium will be charged to the owner. For all shipments outside the
U.S.A. and Canada, please see the International Warranty for specific
details.

It is the responsibility of the owner to inspect and report any shipping

damage claims, hidden or otherwise, promptly following delivery.

No mileage or travel charges will be honored on any equipment that is
deemed portable. In general, equipment with a cord and plug weighing
less than 50 lb. (22.7 kg) is considered portable and should be taken or

shipped to the closest authorized service agency, transportation prepaid .

CO NTAC T

Should you require any assistance regarding the operation or
maintenance of any Wells equipment; write, phone, fax or email
our service department. In all correspondence mention the
model number and the serial number of your unit, as well as
the voltage or type of gas you are using.

Business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time

Telephone [phone]

Fax [phone]

Email [e-mail]

www.wells-mfg.com

WARRA

THE FOLLOWING WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.

• Any product which has not been installed, cleaned, maintained,
or used in accordance with the directions published in the appropriate

installation sheet and/or owner’s manual as well as national and local

codes, including incorrect gas or electrical connection. Wells is not liable
for any unit which has been mishandled, abused, misapplied, subjected
to chlorides, harsh chemicals, or caustic cleaners, damaged from
exposure to hard water, modified by unauthorized personnel, damaged
by flood, fire, or other acts of nature [or God], or which have an altered
or missing serial number.

• Installation, labor, and job checkouts, calibration of heat controls, air

and gas burner/bypass/pilot adjustments, gas or electrical system
checks, voltage and phase conversions, cleaning of equipment,
or seasoning of griddle surface.

• Replacement of fuses or resetting of circuit breakers, safety controls,
or reset buttons.

• Replacement of broken or damaged glass components, quartz heating
elements, and light bulbs.

• Labor charges for all removable parts in gas charbroilers and hotplates,
including but not limited to burners, grates, and radiants.

• Any labor charges incurred by delays, waiting time, or operating
restrictions that hinder a service technician’s ability to perform service.

• Parts that fail or are damaged due to normal wear or labor for

replacement of Items that can easily be replaced during a daily cleaning
routine. such as but not limited to silicone belts, PTFE non-stick sheets,
knobs, control labels, bulbs, fuses, quartz heating elements, baskets,
racks, and grease drawers.

• Components that should be replaced when damaged or worn, but have
been field-repaired instead [eg. field-welded fry pots].

• Any loss of business or profits.

ADDITIONAL WARRANTIES

Specialty/chain specific versions may also have additional and/or
extended warranties.

NTY EXCLUSIONS

PRODUCTS PARTS LABOR

universal ventless hoods 2 years 1 year

canopy hoods 2 years 1 year

“Cook’n Hold” equipment [HW10,

HWSMP, LLSC7, LLSC7WA, LLSC11,

2 years 1 year

an d LLSC 1 1WA]

cast iron grates, burners, and burner

shields

original Wells parts sold to repair

Wells equipment

1 year

90 days

Service First 1 year

The fore going warrant y is in lieu of any and a ll other warranti es expresse d or implied and c onstitutes the e ntire warranty. 2M-Z22393 • Rev A • 02.2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY
SPECIFICATIONS 1
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS 2
PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION 3
AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION 4
INSTALLATION 4
INITIAL ADJUSTMENT 8
OPERATION 10
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

Standard and GroovedGriddles 12
Chrome-Plated griddles 13
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS 14

WIRING DIAGRAM 15

EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 16
PARTS & SERVICE 27
CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA 27

INTRODUCTION

ENGLISH

Thank You for purchasing this Wells Manufacturing appliance.

Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance will ensure that it
gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.

This manual contains the information needed to properly install this appliance, and to use and care for the
appliance in a manner which will ensure its optimum performance.

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL COOKING SURFACE FUEL

WG2424G

WG2436G

WG3036G

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WG3046G

23 7/8” x 20 1/2” Natural Gas 5.0” W.C.

2 BURNER Propane 10.0” W.C.

35 7/8” x 20 1/2” Natural Gas 5.0” W.C.

3 BURNER Propane 10.0” W.C.

35 7/8” x 24” Natural Gas 5.0” W.C.

3 BURNER Propane 10.0” W.C.

47 3/4” x 24” Natural Gas 5.0” W.C.

4 BURNER Propane 10.0” W.C.

MAINIFOLD
PRESSURE

BTU/HR /BURNER BTU/HR TOTAL

25,000 BTU/hr 50,000 BTU/hr

25,000 BTU/hr 75,000 BTU/hr

25,000 BTU/hr 75,000 BTU/hr

25,000 BTU/hr 100,000 BTU/hr

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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS

SHELF (Certain Models)

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GREASE DRAWER

FRONT ACCESS PANEL

GAS SAFETY VALVE

THERMOSTAT

ADJUSTABLE LEGS

GAS CONTROL KNOB

TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB

Fig. 1 Countertop Gas Griddle - Features & Operating Controls

GREASE
TROUGH

SPLASH
GUARD

IL1833a

FRONT ACCESS PANEL Allows access to gas control valve and themerature control thermostat.

Energizes gas valve and allows burners to light based on temp. control knob setting
and temperature sensed at griddle surface

THERMOSTAT TEMP.

CONTROL KNOB

Each section of the griddle is individually controllable.

Dial position is an indication of the temperature setting. The actual temperature at
the griddle surface will vary, depending upon the initial type and temperature of the
product, and other variables.

GAS SAFETY VALVE GAS

CONTROL VALVE

GREASE TROUGH

Provides ignition pilot ame. Allows fuel to burners only when pilot ame is

established.

Extra-wide trough with radiused corners for easier cleaning. Trough slopes toward
a large waste hole that empties into the removable grease drawer.

GREASE DRAWER Large-capacity drawer is removable through the front for easy cleaning.

REMOVABLE SPLASH GUARD

NAMEPLATE

(located on rear of unit)

Stainless steel aplash guard simplies griddle maintenance and helps to keep

grease from splattering onto adjacent walls and equipment

Lists manufacturer’s information, model and serial number. Also lists fuel

requirement specications.

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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION

This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments
only.

This appliance is intended
No other use is recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its
agents.

This griddle must be installed by a technician qualied and certied or
licensed to install gas-red equipment. A licensed technician must

perform the initial startup and adjustment of this appliance.
Operators of this appliance must be familiar with the appliance use,

limitations and associated restrictions. Operating instructions must be
read and understood by all persons using or installing this appliance.

Cleanliness of this appliance is essential to good sanitation. Read and
follow all included cleaning instructions and schedules to ensure the
safety of the food product.

DO NOT submerge griddle or burners in water. DO NOT splash
or pour water into interior of griddle. Burners which have been
allowed to become wet must be thoroughly dried before use.

Griddle must be operated with the supplied legs properly
installed.

The technical content of this manual, including any parts breakdown

illustrations and/or adjustment procedures, is intended for use by

qualied technical personnel only.

Any procedure which requires the use of tools must be performed by a

qualied technician.

This manual is considered to be a permanent part of the appliance.
This manual and all supplied instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts

breakdown illustrations, notices and labels must remain with the

appliance if it is sold or moved to another location.
This appliance is made in the USA. Unless otherwise noted, this

appliance has American sizes on all hardware.

to prepare food for human consumption.

WARNING:

FIRE HAZARD

In the event a gas odor
is detected, shut down the
unit at the main gas shutoff
and contact your local gas
supplier from a neighboring

location for service

.

CAUTION:

FALL HAZARD

DO NOT stand or sit on the
griddle.

CAUTION:

FALL HAZARD

DO NOT use the griddle
as a stool or ladder.

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This unit complies with NSF standard 4 only if maintained and
operated per the instructions in this manual.

This appliance meets ANSI Z83.11 specications for gas-red food

service equipment.

This appliance is CSA design certied for gas operation.

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AGENCY APPROVAL INFORMATION

STD 4

INSTALLATION

NOTE: DO NOT discard

the carton or other packing

materials until you have

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inspected the appliance for
hidden damage and tested it
for proper operation.
Refer to SHIPPING DAMAGE
CLAIM PROCEDURE on the
inside front cover of this
manual.

DANGER:

HEALTH
HAZARD

This appliance must be
properly ventilated.
Failure to provide proper
ventilation of exhaust
gasses can result in severe
injury and death.

WARNING:

FIRE HAZARD

Do not store ammable or

combustible materials near
this appliance. The open

ame of this appliance can

cause such materials to
ignite.

NOTICE:

Manufacturer’s warranty on
this griddle is in effect only
when the appliance is installed
and operated in accordance
with these instructions and
local codes and ordinances or,
in the absence of local codes,
the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1 (current edition).
The manufacturer of the
griddle assumes no liability
for any damage resulting from
failure to comply with this
notice.

UNPACKING & INSPECTION

Carefully remove the griddle from the carton. Remove all

protective plastic lm, packing materials and accessories from the

griddle before connecting the griddle to fuel gas or otherwise
performing any installation procedure.

Carefully read all instructions in this manual and the Installation

Instruction Sheet packed with the griddle before starting any

installation.

Read and understand all labels and diagrams attached to the
griddle.

Carefully account for all components and accessories before

discarding packing materials. Store all accessories in a convenient

place for later use.
Thoroughly clean the appliance before use. See Cleaning

Instructions, page 12.

SETUP

Supplied legs must be properly installed. Once installed, the legs
should NOT be removed.

The griddle must be leveled with a spirit level in its nal operational

position, prior to beginning the gas piping installation.

Setup the griddle only on a rm level surface. Non-combustible

material (e.g. metal, terrazzo) is required.

Adequate clearances for air openings into the cabinet must be
provided. Maintain at least 3” clearance from adjacent surfaces.

The griddle must be installed in an area with sufcient make-up air
for proper combustion, and must be installed such that the ow of

combustion and ventilation air will not be obstructed.
When used with an exhaust fan, special precautions must be

observed to avoid interference with the operation of the griddle, such
as drafts and air starvation.

The current edition of NFPA 96 (Standard for the Installation of

Equipment for the Removal of Smoke and Grease Laden Vapors from
Commercial Cooking Equipment) species ventilation requirements

to ensure the removal of exhaust gasses and products of combustion.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER TO ENSURE
THAT THIS GAS GRIDDLE INSTALLATION CONFORMS TO ALL
APPLICABLE CODES AND ORDINANCES.

DO NOT store ammable or combustible materials on, in or near the

griddle.

The area where the griddle is installed must be kept clear of
combustibles and ammables. This includes mops, rags, grease,

wrapping paper and electric cords.

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INSTALLATION

GAS APPLIANCE CODE COMPLIANCE

The installation of gas piping from the outlet side of the gas meter or
service regulator to the griddle must be performed by a technician

qualied and certied or licensed to install gas-red equipment.
A licensed and qualied technician must perform the initial startup and

adjustment of this appliance.

The installation of this gas-red appliance must conform to local

codes, or in the absence of such codes, with the current edition of
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1.
For use in the State of Massachusetts, this appliance must be

installed in compliance with Massachusetts Fuel Gas and Plumbing

Code CMR 248.

The installation of this gas-red appliance must comply with

applicable portions of NFPA 96 for ventilation.
The venting of this appliance must not be obstructed, nor may such

venting interfere with the ow of combustion air required for proper

operation of the gas burners.

Additionally:

1. The gas supply line used to connect the griddle to the gas

supply system must be black iron pipe, or other material as

approved by local ordinance for gas piping.

2. Gas supply piping must at least 3/4” NPT.

3. Use pipe sealant made specically for gas piping on all pipe
joints. Apply sealant sparingly to the male threads only.

Sealant must be resistant to the action of LP gas. Teon pipe

thread tape is NOT recommended for gas installations.

4. Verify that all supply piping is clean and free of obstructions,
dirt, chips and pipe sealant compound prior to installation.

5. All pipe joints must be checked for leaks before lighting. Leak
checks should be performed with a soap and water solution.

NEVER CHECK FOR LEAKS WITH AN OPEN FLAME.

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DANGER:

FIRE AND
EXPLOSION
HAZARD

NEVER use an open ame to
check for gas leaks. Fire and

explosion may result.

IMPORTANT:

All pipe joints must be checked
for leaks before lighting. Leak
checks should be performed

with a soap and water solution.

IMPORTANT:

Information on the
construction and installation of
ventilating hoods may be
obtained from the current
edition of NFPA 96

Standard for the Installation of
Equipment for the Removal of
Smoke and Grease Laden
Vapors from Commercial
Cooking Equipment.

Copies of this standard are
available from the
Nation Fire Protection Assn.:

NFPA

1 Batterymarch Park

P.O. Box 9101
Quincy, MA 02269-9101

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INSTALLATION

FLOW

DRIP LEG*

GAS

SHUT-OFF

VALVE*

SUPPLIED

PRESSURE

ADJUSTMENT

(under cap)

REGULATOR

* by others

BACK OF UNIT

GAS
SUPPLY*

VENT

IL2193

DANGER:

FIRE AND

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EXPLOSION
HAZARD

NEVER use an open ame to
check for gas leaks. Fire and

explosion may result.

IMPORTANT:

All pipe joints must be checked
for leaks before lighting. Leak
checks should be performed

with a soap and water solution.

WARNING:

FIRE HAZARD

This griddle is supplied with a
gas pressure regulator.
Failure to properly install the
supplied regulator will result in
an extremely hazardous
condition.

Flow arrow stamped on body of
regulator must point toward the
griddle.

Regulator adjusting screw and
vent hole must point UP.

INSTALLING THE GRIDDLE

Refer to the nameplate. Verify the fuel type and pressure, which must

match the nameplate specications. Connecting the griddle to the

wrong fuel type and/or pressure will compromise the safety and/or
performance of the appliance.

The griddle must be placed in its nal operational position and
leveled front-to-back and side-to-side, with a spirit level, prior to
beginning the gas piping installation. Re-check the level of the unit

at the conclusion of the gas piping installation.
Each gas griddle is supplied with a separate gas pressure regulator.

The supplied regulator must be used, and must be installed on the
manifold pipe protruding from the rear of the griddle. Ensure that the

regulator is installed such that the ow arrow stamped on the body of

the regulator points toward the griddle. Failure to properly install the
supplied regulator will result in an extremely hazardous condition.

A moisture trap (drip leg) consisting of a tee, 4” nipple pointing down,
and cap must be installed upstream of the gas pressure regulator.

A manual gas shut-off valve may be required by local codes and
is, in any case, strongly recommended. The shut-off valve must
be installed between the gas supply piping and the gas pressure
regulator.

It is the responsibility of the gas piping installer to identify the code
requirement for a shut-off valve.

Shut-off valves, moisture trap and all associated piping must be
supplied by the gas piping installer.

IMPORTANT:

Verify fuel gas type. If the
available fuel does not match

the nameplate specication,

exchange the griddle for the
correct type. DO NOT attempt

to modify a unit in the eld to

accept a different fuel.

IMPORTANT:

Avoid damage to the regulator:
if the gas supply piping system
is pressure tested at pressures

exceeding 1/2 psig (3.45kPa),

the griddle must be isolated
or disconnected from the gas
piping system for the duration
of the test.

Fig. 2 Gas Supply Piping

6

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INSTALLATION

GAS PIPE PRESSURE TESTING

The main piping system must be capable of supplying the griddle with

sufcient volume/ow of fuel to satisfy the maximum operational input

requirements.

Make sure the supply piping system has been pressure tested before

the regulator and griddle are connected. If the system must be
re-tested, be sure the regulator is isolated by a manual shut-off valve,
in order to prevent damage to the regulator and gas griddle valves.

Piping and connections should be leak tested using a water/soap

solution. DO NOT USE FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.
Equipment gas pressure (the pressure downstream of the pressure

regulator) may be tested by adapting a water column gauge to the
plugged ports on the main gas manifold. The pressure regulator
supplied with the Gas Griddle is factory set for a nominal gas pressure

of 5” w.c.
Be sure to remove any adapters, and to re-plug and leak check the

port before returning the griddle to service. Leak testing should be

performed using a water/soap solution. DO NOT USE FLAME TO
CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.

GAS SUPPLY FLOW VOLUME TESTING REQUIREMENTS

While testing for adequate gas pressure, be sure all other gas
appliances that utilize the same source piping are in operation with
burners ON in order to ensure accurate operational conditions.

If ow volume in the system piping is marginal, and should other

appliances on that system not be consuming gas while testing for
pressure, the test results may be inaccurate.

IMPORTANT:
PRESSURE TESTING MUST

BE PERFORMED BY A
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN
ONLY.

NOTE: The maximum inlet

pressure from the supply
piping must not exceed ½ p.s.i
(14” W.C.) Pressure above this
limit will damage the regulator
and gas valves.

Port for measuring outlet
gas pressure is located on
the manifold. Remove the
grease drawer to gain access.
Remove the allen head plug
sealing the test port, then
connect the hose of a water
column gauge.

Be sure to reinstall the allen
head plug at the conclusion of
testing.

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INITIAL ADJUSTMENT

LESS
PRESSURE

REGULATOR

MORE

PRESSURE

IL2272

IMPORTANT:
PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT

ENGLISH

MUST BE PERFORMED BY
A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN
ONLY.

Fig. 3 Adjust gas pressure

IMPORTANT:
FLAME ADJUSTMENT

MUST BE PERFORMED BY
A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN
ONLY.

PURGING AIR FROM GAS LINES

Air must be purged from the gas lines for the initial startup. Turn the

knob on the safety valve to PILOT, press and hold until a ame can

be established at the pilot burner. Repeat for each pilot.

Caution must be taken to ensure that no raw gas is present in

the surrounding area when attempting to place the Griddle into
operation.

SET GAS PRESSURE:

Turn the gas shut-off valve OFF.
Remove the plug in the gas pressure measurement tap and attach a

manometer. Turn the shut-off valve ON. Light the pilot light and turn
both gas control valves to HI.

Remove the cap from the pressure regulator. Turn the adjusting

screw clockwise to increase pressure; counter-clockwise to decrease

pressure. Adjust the gas pressure regulator for:

5” water column (natural gas); or, 10” water column (propane).

When nished, replace cap on regulator, turn shut-off valve OFF,
remove manometer and reinstall plug in tap. Turn shut-off valve back

ON and relight the pilot light.

3/8“ to 1/2”

THERMOCOUPLE

IL1834

Fig. 4 Adjust pilot ame

IMPORTANT:
FLAME ADJUSTMENT

MUST BE PERFORMED BY
A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN
ONLY.

LOCKING SCREW

SHUTTER

LESS AIR

MORE AIR

Fig. 5 Adjust burner ame

IL1835

PILOT FLAME ADJUSTMENT

The pilot ame may be adjusted at the safety valve by removing the
pilot adjusting screw cover (notice the ber washer) and turning the
adjusting screw until the pilot ame covers

3

/8” to 1/2” tall section of

the thermocouple. This will ensure that the thermocouple will

energize the pilot valve and maintain the pilot ame. Remember to
replace the cover and ber washer after adjustments are completed.

To check the calibration of the thermopile, turn the main burner
control knob to OFF. Connect a millivolt meter to the TP and TP
TH connections on the red terminal block on the safety valve. The

thermocouple should generate 200mV (minimum) within 2 minutes of

the pilot ame being lit. 250 mV will provide sufcient power to open

both the pilot valve and main burner valve.
To conserve thermocouple life and reduce gas consumption, the

reading should be no more than 500 mV.

MAIN BURNER AIR/FUEL MIXTURE

Each main burner has an adjustment shutter at the inlet end of the

burner. This collar is locked by a

1

/4” hex head screw. Loosen the
screw and rotate the shutter to adjust the amount of combustion air
mixed with the incoming gas as it enters the main burner. Adjust the

fuel/air mixture to produce a steady, blue ame. Re-tighten the lock

screw after the proper mixture has been set.

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INITIAL ADJUSTMENT

PREPARING THE GRIDDLE SURFACE

SEASONING STANDARD GRIDDLES

As manufactured, the steel surface of your Wells griddle has

microscopic pores. It is important to ll these pores with oil in order to
provide a hard, non-stick cooking surface.

a. Preheat the griddle surface to 375ºF (191ºC).
b. Spread a light lm of cooking oil over the entire griddle

surface

c. Allow the oil lm to cook in for approximately 2 minutes, or

until it smokes.

d. Wipe the griddle surface with a clean damp cloth until all oil is

removed.

e. For new griddles, repeat this procedure 2-3 times until the

griddle has a slick, clean surface.

CHROME PLATED GRIDDLES

Because the microscopic pores in the griddle surface are lled by the

chrome plating, no seasoning of the griddle surface is required.

a. Thoroughly clean the griddle surface using a soft clean cloth

and a small amount of mild detergent.
b. Rinse and dry thoroughly after cleaning.
c. The griddle is now ready to use.

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IMPORTANT: SCRATCHES

WILL DAMAGE THE
CHROMESURFACE!

DO NOT use anything on a
Chrome griddle that could

scratch the surface.
DO NOT clean chrome surface

with griddle bricks, pumice

stone or abrasive cleansers.

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OPERATION

ENGLISH

WARNING:
FIRE HAZARD

GENERAL OPERATIONAL NOTES

Carefully read the description of the griddle operation on the

specication sheet.

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

¤ DO NOT try to light

any appliance.

¤ DO NOT touch any

electrical switch

¤ DO NOT use any

telephone in your building.

In the event a gas odor
is detected, shut down
the unit at the main gas
shutoff valve and contact
your local gas supplier
from a neighboring
location.

Follow the instructions
received from the gas
supplier immediately
and exactly.

WARNING:

FIRE HAZARD

NEVER attempt to force or

repair a stuck control valve.

Contact your Authorized Wells
Service Agency for repairs.
Forced or improperly repaired

valves pose the risk of re and/

or explosion

DO NOT use this appliance if it has been submerged in water. Call a

qualied technician to examine the appliance and to service or replace

any component which has been submerged. Burners which have
been allowed to become wet must be thoroughly dried before use.

For initial startup, and any time the gas supply has been shut-off, it

may take several minutes to light the pilot as air in the piping and

manifolds is purged.

The gas control knobs must be turned by hand only. Never use tools
to turn the control knob. If the knob will not turn by hand, do NOT

attempt to force or repair it. Contact your Authorized Wells
Service Agency for repairs. Forced or improperly repaired valves

pose the risk of re and/or explosion.
Make sure grease drawer is properly installed before attempting to

operate.

LIGHTING THE PILOT LIGHT

Before lighting the pilot light, smell all around the appliance area for

gas. Be sure to smell near oor level because some gas is heavier
than air and will settle to the oor.

For initial startup, and any time the gas supply has been shut-off, it

may take several minutes to light the pilot as air in the piping and

manifolds is purged.
Each burner assembly has a pilot assembly which must be lit before

the associated main burner can be operated. This operation requires

a LONG match or replace lighter. Set all temperature control knobs
and gas safety valve control knobs to the OFF position.

To light the pilot ame, turn the knob on the SAFETY VALVE (adjacent

to each thermostat) to the PILOT position. Depress and hold the

safety valve knob and light the pilot.The pilot is located behind the
front bafe, and is visible through the small opening in the bafe.

After the pilot ame has been established, the match or lighter can
be withdrawn. Continue to press in on the knob for approximately
30 seconds, then slowly release the knob. When the knob is fully

released, the pilot should stay lit.

When the pilot ame is established, turn the safety valve knob counter
clock-wise to the ON position.

NOTE:

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

are posted on inside of front
panel.

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OPERATION

USING THE GRIDDLE

Check the chart below for recommended cooking temperatures. Turn
temperature control knob to the desired temperature.

For standard griddles:

• Keep the griddle surface clean and well oiled during use.

• Scrape cooking waste into the grease trough frequently during use.

• Occasionally brush or spray a light coat of cooking oil on the

griddle surface in order to maintain the non-stick surface.

For chrome plated griddles:

• Scrape cooking waste into the grease trough after preparing each
order.

• DO NOT bang or tap pots, pans, spatulas or other metal utensils
on the griddle surface as this may damage the chrome plating.

RECOMMENDED COOKING TIMES AND TEMPERATURES

PRODUCT TEMP ºF TIME

Sausage, link and patty 350ºF 3 minutes

Bacon 350ºF 2 - 3 minutes

Canadian Bacon 350ºF 2 - 3 minutes

Ham Steaks 375ºF 3 - 4 minutes

Broiled Ham 375ºF 2 minutes

Beef Tenderloin 400ºF 3 - 4 minutes

Minute Steaks 400ºF 3 - 4 minutes

Club Steak, 1” thick 400ºF 3 - 5 minutes

Hamburgers 350ºF 3 - 4 minutes

Cheeseburgers 350ºF 3 - 4 minutes

ENGLISH

WARNING:

FIRE AND
EXPLOSION
HAZARD

If the pilot light should be
extinguished, turn off the
gas shut-off valve. Allow

the appliance to vent for ve

minutes before attempting
to re-light.

CAUTION:

HOT SURFACE

Exposed surfaces can be hot
to the touch and may cause
burns.

NOTE:

Separate sections of griddle
may be set to different
temperatures. This will
allow a variety of products
to be prepared at the same
time, and will allow prepared
product to be held at serving

temperature after cooking.

For best results, different
temperatures should be
set from coolest to hottest
sequentially across the width
of the griddle. (Heat will
migrate over the entire griddle
surface. Setting one section
low, adjacent to a section

set high, may overwork

components in the “high”
section as the thermostat
tries to compensate for heat
lost to the “low” section.)

Melted Cheese Sandwich 375ºF 3 - 4 minutes

Hot Dogs 325ºF 2 - 3 minutes

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NOTE:

The times and temperatures in
this chart are suggestions only.

Your own experience with your
own menu items will be your
best guide to achieving the
best food product.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS - STANDARD AND GROOVED GRIDDLES

CAUTION:

BURN HAZARD

ENGLISH

Griddle will be hot during
portions of this cleaning
procedure. Always heat­protective gloves and apron.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT spill
or pour water into controls,
control panel or wiring.

DO NOT allow main or pilot
burners to get wet.

DO NOT submerge griddle
in water. Damage to internal
components will occur.
Damage to internal
components from water
damage is not covered by
warranty.

IMPORTANT: NEVER USE
STEEL WOOL TO CLEAN
THE GRIDDLE SURFACE!

DO NOT use detergent or
oven cleaner to clean the
griddle surface.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT
use steel wool or abrasive
cleansers for cleaning the
griddle cabinet.

PREPARATION

griddle temperature to drop to 220ºF before

Set temperature control to 220ºF. Allow

proceeding.

FREQUENCY Daily

TOOLS Griddle Brick or Pumice Stone, Fiber Brush

Plastic Scouring Pad, Plastic Scraper
Contoured Scraper (grooved griddle) Mild
Detergent, Non-Abrasive Cleanser Clean
Soft Cloth / Sponge

CLEANING

Pour a small amount of water on the griddle surface and let it “sizzle”.
Clean the griddle surface:

a. For standard griddles, use a pumice stone or griddle brick to

scrape food waste. Clean the griddle surface down to bright
metal. Wipe off any remaining powder residue.

b. For grooved-surface griddles, use the supplied contoured

scraper to scrape food waste. Clean the griddle surface down
to bright metal.

Use a soft-bristled ber brush in a circular motion to remove any

remaining food particles.
Turn temperature control to OFF. Allow the griddle surface to cool, then

wipe the surface with a clean cloth. Dry the griddle surface thoroughly.

IMPORTANT: SEASON THE COOKING SURFACE AFTER EACH
CLEANING. Refer to page 6.

At least once each day, the grease trough must be thoroughly cleaned.
Using a scraper, remove all grease and food waste from the grease
trough by pushing it down the waste hole and into the grease drawer.

After scraping all cooking waste from grease trough into the grease
drawer, take the grease drawer to kitchen cleaning area and properly

dispose of all waste.

a. Clean drawer with hot water and a mild detergent.
b. Dry drawer thoroughly and reinstall in griddle.

Clean the splash guard in the sink with warm water and mild detergent,

or in the dishwasher. Rinse thoroughly and reinstall.
Wipe down exterior of griddle cabinet with a clean cloth and

non-abrasive cleanser. Rinse thoroughly with water and a clean cloth.
Dry with a soft clean cloth

Procedure is complete.

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