This specification covers griddles which utilize gas or electrical heat sources, or both, for cooking food in the commercial and institutional food service establishments. Griddles covered by this specification are classified by type, size, style, and electrical class. Type: type 1 - for counter top use; type 2 - stand mounted, including, stand with plain stand with casters, or stand with bolt-down legs; and type 3 - for flush installation. Styles: style 1 - gas-fired griddle; style 2 - electric griddle; and style 3 - combination gas-fired/electric griddle. Thermostat test shall be performed to meet the requirements prescribed.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers griddles which utilize gas or electrical heat sources, or both, for cooking food in the commercial and institutional food service establishments.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI values given in parentheses are provided for information only.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D3951 Practice for Commercial Packaging

F760 Specification for Food Service Equipment Manuals

F1166 Practice for Human Engineering Design for Marine Systems, Equipment, and Facilities

F1275 Test Method for Performance of Griddles

ANSI Standards

Keywords

cooking device; counter top mounted; drop-in type; food service equipment; griddle; stand mounted; Cooking/food service equipment--specifications; Double-sided griddle--specifications; Electric-fired griddle; Electric food service equipment--specifications; Gas food service equipment--specifications; Griddles; Single-sided griddle;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 97.040.20 (Cooking ranges, working tables, ovens and similar appliances)

Citing ASTM Standards

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