Blaze LTE+ 30-Inch Built-In Gas Griddle (Natural Gas or Propane) - BLZ-GRIDDLE-LTE3

Features

• 30,000 BTU in two zones: two 15,000 BTU zones with their own knobs, so each side can run at its own temperature.
• 480 sq. in. flat top: a reinforced 27" x 17-4/5" cooking surface built for even heat.
• Spring-assisted, double-walled lid: attached 304 stainless lid with sound dampers, a curved handle and larger peepholes.
• Grease control: leveling screws tilt the surface toward a drop-in drip trough that lifts out for cleaning.
• Safety you can see: knob lights glow red whenever gas is flowing, with push-and-turn flame-thrower ignition.
• 304 stainless construction: backed by Blaze's lifetime warranty on the burners, griddle plate, body and valves.

Specifications

Installation planning

• Cut-out: 28-1/4" W x 24-1/4" D x 11-3/16" H, with a 1" air gap underneath. Overall size: 30-1/8" W x 28-1/4" D x 16-5/16" H. The unit rests on its outer lip; use a non-combustible shim under the lip if it rocks. Two people should lift it into place.
• Build into a non-combustible enclosure, or use the Blaze insulated jacket (BLZ-GRIDDLE-IJ2) when the island or cart is combustible. Your local fire marshal or building authority makes the final call on what counts as non-combustible.
• Clearances: at least 18" from combustible construction and 4" from non-combustible construction at the sides and back. Never install under combustible overhead construction, an awning or an overhang, or near a window or vent into the house. Under a non-combustible overhead, keep 72" and run a vent hood rated at least 1,000 CFM that is larger than the cooking area, with the fan bottom 36" above the cooking surface.
• Outdoors only: no roof with up to three permanently open walls, or a roof with no more than two permanently open walls. Not for RVs, boats or indoor use. In windy spots a wind block may be needed.
• Island vents on both sides: upper vents within 5" of the island top with at least 1 sq. in. of free area per lb of stored fuel, and lower vents within 1" of the island floor (top no more than 5" up) with at least 1/2 sq. in. per lb. Propane settles low and natural gas rises. Openings must admit a 1/8" rod.
• Propane: one standard 20 lb cylinder at most (12-1/4" diameter x 18" high) with an overfill prevention device; never use a dented, expired or rusted cylinder. Hand-tighten the regulator to the cylinder and connect the 3/8" flare fitting with no pipe sealant. Natural gas: a flex connector of at least 5/8" diameter with an accessible shut-off valve supplied by the installer. Never connect to an unregulated supply.
• Electrical: a 15-amp breaker with GFI protection and a 15-amp outlet inside the island or cart for the transformer; outdoor-rated extension cords only, kept off the countertop.
• Before first use, remove the center shipping screw, then level the surface with the leveling screws. Fuel conversion (LP to NG or back) is done only by a licensed gas professional: new orifices (6 mm socket) and the regulator's conversion pin. Leak-test every joint outdoors with a 1:1 soap and water solution before each use and after any connection or cylinder change; never use a flame.

Seasoning and care: Before first use, clean the surface, coat it with cooking oil, heat until the oil smokes and let it cool; repeat two to three times, working with the grain. Preheat on low to medium with the lid open. Most cooking happens at 350 to 400 degrees F; never exceed 500 degrees F. After each use, scrape the plate while warm and clean it with a 50/50 vinegar and water mix and a nylon or ScotchBrite-type pad along the grain, then dry it and wipe on a thin coat of oil. Avoid steel wool and harsh cleaners, and never flood a hot griddle with cold water: it can warp or crack. Wash the drip tray in hot, soapy water after every use and reinstall it lip forward. Flames should be mostly blue; adjust the air shutter if they burn yellow. Cover the griddle only when it is cool and dry.

Warranty

Blaze lifetime warranty on stainless steel components and flame stabilizers, and lifetime (parts only) on the main burners, griddle plate, body and valves; 1 year (parts only) on ignition, lighting and electrical components. For multi-user settings (apartments, hotels, fire stations and similar), Blaze covers the stainless steel housing, burners, grids, brass valves, inner liners and manifold for 3 years and other components for 90 days; restaurant use is not covered.

The warranty covers the original owner at the original installation site in the United States and Canada and is not transferable. Register with Blaze within 30 days of purchase to validate the warranty, and keep your receipt. Labor, shipping, diagnostic and installation costs are not covered; discoloration or surface rust is excluded unless structural integrity is lost, as is damage from chlorine, salt, fertilizers or other chemicals. Installation by an unqualified person voids the warranty. Full terms are in the griddle manual below.

Frequently asked questions

How big is the cooking surface on the Blaze 30-inch griddle?

The reinforced flat top measures 27" x 17-4/5", or 480 sq. in., heated by two 15,000 BTU zones with separate knobs (30,000 BTU in total).

What cut-out does the BLZ-GRIDDLE-LTE3 need?

28-1/4" W x 24-1/4" D x 11-3/16" H, with a 1" air gap underneath, in a non-combustible enclosure. In a combustible island or cart, use the BLZ-GRIDDLE-IJ2 insulated jacket.

Does it come in natural gas and propane?

Yes. BLZ-GRIDDLE-LTE3-NG ships with an NG / bulk LP regulator and BLZ-GRIDDLE-LTE3-LP ships with the LP hose and regulator. A conversion later is a job for a licensed gas professional.

How do I season and clean the griddle?

Before first use, coat the clean plate with cooking oil, heat until it smokes and let it cool, two to three times. After each cook, scrape it while warm, clean with a 50/50 vinegar and water mix and a nylon pad, then dry and oil lightly. Never exceed 500 degrees F or flood a hot griddle with cold water.

Manuals and documents

• Blaze LTE+ 30-inch griddle manual, BLZ-GRIDDLE-LTE3-LP/NG (PDF)
• BLZ-GRIDDLE-LTE3 specification sheet (PDF)
• BLZ-GRIDDLE-LTE3 parts list and exploded view (PDF)
• Blaze product page: LTE+ 30-Inch Gas Griddle

Legal disclaimers and warnings

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