Topics:

• How can I clean sticky or greasy residue off my griddle?
• How can I clean rust off my griddle?
• What is the best way to clean stubborn stains from the griddle?
• Griddle is discolored
• Griddle gummy substance when doing burn-in with oil; new griddle appears to have a coating on it
• How to clean vent behind griddle?

Answer:

Use this video or instructional steps to clean a Wolf Griddle. For other cleaning information, refer to the Wolf Cleaning Guide.

Wolf Griddle Quick Start and Care

Cleaning tips start at the 1:49 mark.

1. Do not remove griddle for cleaning, clean it in place.
2. Wolf suggests use of the Wolf Griddle Cleaning Kit for best results.
3. Use a metal spatula with square corners to scrape grease and other debris into the collection tray.
4. While the surface is warm, pour water on so that it bubbles, like deglazing a pan.
5. Use a spatula to scrape off burnt-on food that bubbles up.
6. Pour on more water.
7. Use a green Scotch-Brite™ pad with a folded towel on top to protect your hand from any steam. This will scrape/scrub the griddle surface clean.
8. When surface has cooled, wipe it with a paper towel to remove excess grease or oil.
9. Once clean, spray or wipe on a small amount of peanut or vegetable oil to protect surface from oxidation.

To clean the griddle vent:

1. The vent behind the griddle can be cleaned by using a mild abrasive cleaner. The vent cannot be removed.

To clean the collection tray after each use:

1. Remove grease collection tray. Accumulated grease can be a fire hazard.
2. Wash with soap and water.

To remove the seasoning occasionally:

1. Pour 1/2 cup (120 mL) warm water and 1 teaspoon (5 mL) griddle cleaner onto the griddle.
2. Scrape residue into the grease collection tray, then empty.
3. When dry, reapply a small amount of oil for seasoning.

Tips

• Cleaning removes sticky residue from initial burn-in or regular use.
  • If sticky residue appeared after burn-in, clean griddle with steps above and start the burn-in cycle over using less oil than the first time.
  • To remove grease on the griddle when new, before seasoning, clean the surface with soap and water, then season it again.
• For stubborn stains:
  • Use the green Scotch-Brite™ pad with a mild abrasive cleaner, then rinse. It is normal for light scratches to occur with the Scotch-Brite™ pad.
  • Pumice or Griddle Stones can be used to clean the griddle.
• If oxidation or rust (this is a natural process and is normal) appears on the griddle surface, clean it off with a fine grade steel wool.
• Discoloration of the griddle surface is normal.
• If the initial cleaning and burn-in was not completed, this can be done after use.

See also:

• Rust on a Griddle
• How to Season a Griddle
• How to Clean a Charbroiler
• Griddle Replacement
• Griddle Grease Tray Capture Area