Model: 2143
FIRST TIMe CleANING
CLEANING YOUR GRIDDLE TOP
NOTICE
Soap will ruin a seasoned griddle. This is the only time you
should use soap on the griddle cooking surface.
Wash the griddle cooking surface with hot, soapy water�
STEP 01
Rinse and dry completely�
STEP 02
IGNITIoN INSTRUCTIoNS
1. CHECK VALVES
Turn knob to oFF position�
STEP 01
Push in knob and release� Knob should spring back�
STEP 02
If knobs
If knobs do NoT
do NoT spring back, replace valve assembly before using appliance.
spring back, replace valve assembly before using appliance.
Rotate knob to loW then turn back to oFF� Knob should
STEP 03
turn smoothly�
3. CHECK BURNER FLAME
Always check burner flame
before use�
light burners and rotate
STEP 01
knobs from HIGH to loW�
look below the cooking
STEP 02
top to view burners� When knob
is at HIGH, flames should be
larger than when knob is at loW�
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3. CHECK BURNER FLAME
WARNING
A clogged burner can
lead to a fire beneath the
appliance.
Burner should be removed
and cleaned annually or
whenever heavy build-up
or insects/insect nests are
found.
WARNING
USING YOUR BLACKSTONE
CLEANING YOUR GRIDDLE TOP
Clean griddle top after each use, while still warm�
• do NoT use soap on the griddle top� This will destroy the griddle's
seasoning�
• The grease cup must be removed and emptied after each use�
Grease cup will be hot during and after use. DO NOT remove
the grease cup until the griddle has completely cooled.
VIDEO TUTORIAL
How to Clean your Blackstone Griddle
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2. PIEZO-ELECTRIC GRIDDLE IGNITION
do NoT lean over the appliance while lighting�
Push loose food debris
STEP 01
into the grease cup with spatula
❶ ❶ Push the control knob in to
or straight metal scraper�
start gas flowing�
❷ ❷ Turn the control knob
counter-clockwise to activate
Wipe down griddle top
STEP 02
the starter�
with paper towel�
❸ ❸ Adjust the temperature to
desired level�
Apply a few tablespoons
STEP 03
of water to the griddle surface,
then scrape the water and debris
into the grease cup�
(For stuck-on food residue, use a
bit of coarse salt�)
Wipe again with a paper
STEP 04
towel and dry completely�
HEALTHY BURNER FLAME
PATTERN
Apply thin coat
STEP 05
of cooking oil to maintain
seasoning and protect the
griddle top�
❶
❶
❷ ❷
❸ ❸
❶ ❶ Flickers of yellow color�
❷ ❷ dark blue color�
❸ ❸ Vibrant blue�
HEALTHY BURNER FLAME
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CAUTIoN
❶ ❶
❷ ❷
❸ ❸
BURNER FLAMES ARE YELLOW
OR IRREGULAR
If there is a sudden drop or low
flame issue, please reference the
Troubleshooting chapter�
BURNER FLAMES ARE YELLOW
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