Montague Commercial Ranges C36-12R

Open Top/Hot Top/Griddle/Broiler/Front Fired Hot Top

Disconnect the pilot gas supply pipe from the pilot burner

Clean the pilot burner by blowing through it or washing it

Reassemble the pilot burner in reverse order

Remove the oven bottom assembly (except for RC models)

Remove the two screws securing the front air shield and remove it from the oven

Remove the briquettes or radiants

Lift the rear of the burner and slide it to the rear and off the orifice

Clean the burners in hot soapy water with a stiff scrubbing brush

Rinse the burners and shake them well to remove the water

Clear ports of debris if necessary

Ensure griddle, open top grates, burners, hot tops, and broiler components are cool to the touch

Confirm no water or ice is used on hot griddle tops

Clean griddle surface thoroughly using a grill stone or grill pad

Rub with the grain of the metal while still warm

Use detergent on plate surface if necessary and ensure it is thoroughly removed

Cover the surface of the plate with a thin film of oil to prevent rusting

Use a non-abrasive cleaner to remove discoloration

Ensure griddle, open top grates, burners, hot tops, and broiler components are cool to the touch before cleaning.

Clean griddle surface with a grill brick and grill pad.

Remove grease container and clean thoroughly as any ordinary cooking utensil.

Ensure no dents, scratches, or gouges are present on the griddle plate surface.

Apply a light coating of oil to the griddle surface to prevent rust.

Remove the oven bottom assembly

Remove the two screws securing the front air shield and lift out

Slide the burner towards the rear, off the orifice fitting, and remove from oven

Clean the burner in hot soapy water with a stiff scrubbing brush

Rinse the burner and shake it well to remove the water

Clear ports of debris if necessary