You might be surprised to discover there are several ways
you can save both energy and money when operating a charbroiler. Here's how:
Make Sure Your Charbroiler
Is in Good Repair – Over time, metal fatigue and corrosion can develop,
causing your charbroiler to perform inefficiently. Make sure to inspect your
charbroiler on a regular basis and perform maintenance as needed, including
replacing commercial
charbroiler parts as needed. This will go a long way toward extending your
charbroiler's life as well as maintaining energy efficiency.
Clean Properly
– Raising the heat to scorch off debris not only is a waste of energy but can
also damage your gas valves. Instead, use proper tools and preventative
measures to keep your charbroiler clean. Make sure to keep the burner box free
of ash to ensure proper heat transfer. Additionally, radiants should be removed
daily and scrubbed with wire brushes.
Use Only What You
Need – Eliminate stand-by times and significantly reduce energy costs by
only using part of your charbroiler. Turn the unit off entirely during slow
times. A charbroiler consistently uses more energy than six fryers combined, so
turning it off for three extra hours a day can reduce your energy costs by over
$600 a year. When preheating, do not exceed manufacturer's recommended preheat
times. With underfired charbroilers, you can even reduce preheat time by 15 to
20 minutes.
Use Your Griddle
– Whenever possible, use your griddle. Because griddles have thermostats, you
can lower the temperature, reducing the amount of energy consumed. If your
griddle has grooves, you can still have grill marks on your food the same as a
commercial charbroiler.
Properly Ventilate
– Charbroilers radiate an average of 25 percent of the heat they use. Make sure
the kitchen is properly ventilated to avoid higher cooling costs.
Keep these tips in mind for a more cost-effective,
energy-efficient charbroiler.
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