KitchenAid 4 Burners, Griddle & Grille, Porcelain-on-Steel Cooktop, Architect® Series Utilizzo E Cura

6. Place the wave plate on the wave tray. The wave plate must 

be centered on the wave tray. 

7. Replace grill grate.

1. Turn on overhead range hood.

2. If desired, apply a light coating of vegetable oil or nonstick 

cooking spray to grill grate.

3. Push in and turn knob to LITE/HI. The flame will ignite in 

30-40 seconds. Allow grill to preheat for 10 minutes.

4. Turn knob to desired cook setting. Place food on grill.

The settings and times are guidelines only and may need to be 
adjusted for individual tastes.

The griddle, made of brushed, cold-rolled steel, is similar to those 
used in commercial kitchens. The griddle is packaged with a 
protective grease coating covered with paper that must be 
removed completely with hot, soapy water. Rinse, dry, and 
season the griddle immediately after removing the protective 
coating or the griddle will rust. See the “General Cleaning” 
section for more information.

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It is normal for the griddle to darken with use.

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Do not place any pots or pans on the seasoned griddle to 
keep food warm.

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The griddle must be level to operate properly.

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Do not pour cold water on a hot griddle. This may warp the 
griddle, producing an uneven cooking surface.

Seasoning the griddle is important because it keeps food from 
sticking during cooking and averts rusting.  

1. Pour 1 tsp (5 mL) of vegetable oil onto the center of the 

griddle and spread evenly over the entire surface with a paper 
towel. Do not use corn or olive oil.  

2. Push in and turn knob to 350°F (177°C) setting. When the oil 

begins to smoke, turn the control knob to the OFF position 
and allow the griddle to cool. Wipe off excess oil with a paper 
towel.

3. Apply a thin layer of vegetable oil to the entire surface of the 

griddle. The griddle is now ready to use.

4. After each use, reseason the griddle using steps 1 through 3.

5. The griddle can be used without additional vegetable oil after 

it has been properly seasoned.

1. Position the drip tray under the front edge of the griddle to 

catch grease and food residue.

2. Push in and turn the control knob to desired temperature.

3. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the griddle to preheat to the 

temperature selected.

4. Place food on the griddle and cook to desired doneness.

1" (2.5 cm)
medium
well-done

MED-HI
MED-HI

16-20
20-30

¹⁄₂ - ³⁄₄" (1.3-1.9 cm)

MED

20-25

Pork Chops
1" (2.5 cm)

MED

35-55

¹₂" (1.3 cm)

MED-HI

8-12

MED

8-15

Chicken
Quarters
Breasts, boneless

MED-LO
MED

50-80
20-40

³⁄₄ - 1" (1.9-2.5 cm)

MED

10-15

A

B

A

B