Commercial Table-top Griddle 40 CM GAS Smooth Surface Hot Plate Gas Griddle 600 Series

Q: Is the cooking surface chrome-plated or plain steel?

A: The surface is cold-rolled mild steel without chrome plating. Operators season the plate with cooking oil before first use to build a non-stick patina. Chrome surfaces are not used on flat-top griddles due to flaking risk at high temperatures.

Q: Can this griddle operate on both LPG and natural gas?

A: Yes. The unit ships with LPG jets installed and includes a natural gas conversion kit with appropriate orifice jets. Conversion requires burner removal, jet replacement, and gas pressure adjustment to match local supply (28-30 mbar for natural gas, 37 mbar for LPG).

Q: How is grease collected and how often does the tray require emptying?

A: A machined channel along the front edge directs grease into a removable stainless steel tray beneath the griddle. Tray capacity is approximately 1 litre. Operators empty the tray every 4-6 hours during continuous burger or bacon service.

Q: Is this griddle suitable for food truck installation?

A: Yes. The 35 kg weight and table-top format allow mounting on welded stainless stands or bolt-down brackets. Gas connection requires flexible hose with quick-disconnect fitting and compliance with local mobile catering gas regulations. Adequate ventilation and grease filtration are mandatory.

Q: How are temperature zones controlled across the cooking surface?

A: The single burner creates a heat gradient from centre to edges. Operators manage zones by positioning high-heat items (burgers, steaks) over the burner centre and lower-heat items (eggs, vegetables) toward the perimeter. Manual gas valve adjustment controls overall plate temperature.