Primo Junior Griddle - PGJRG

Features

• Whole-grill griddle surface: Primo says it turns your entire Primo into a smooth griddle surface for burgers, fajitas and pancakes, with charcoal smoke flavor.
• Interchangeable center: Primo's brochure lists a center grill grate and a solid insert, so you can use the middle as a grate or close it off as griddle.
• Removal key included: Primo's brochure lists a removal key with the griddle.
• Airflow through the center: Primo says the center of the griddle allows airflow control during use.
• Made in the Junior size: Primo makes the griddle in XX-Large, X-Large, Large, Round and Junior sizes; PGJRG is the Junior size for the Primo Oval Junior 200.
• Primo accessory warranty: covered by Primo's limited 1-year rust-through term for parts and accessories, unless Primo states otherwise (see Warranty).

Specifications

Installation planning

• Confirm the size first: PGJRG is the Junior griddle for the Primo Oval Junior 200. Primo's warranty does not cover unauthorized parts, so match it to your grill before ordering.
• Installing on an oval Primo (Primo instructions PG1000574): remove the heat deflector plates and racks, install the cooking grates upside down, then set the griddle on the grates.
• Seasoning before first use: clean the griddle with soap and water to remove manufacturing and shipping debris. Preheat it on the grill with the bottom door and lid open for 10 to 15 minutes, until the top browns. Using tongs or heat-resistant gloves, wipe on a very thin layer of oil with paper towels (Primo suggests canola, vegetable, olive or flax oil, or shortening; a thick layer causes chipping and sticky buildup later) and let it cool. Reheat it on the grill for about 30 minutes, until it blackens and stops smoking. Repeat the oil and heat steps 3 to 4 times, until the plate is dark brown, then, once it has cooled slightly, wipe on a final thin layer of oil to protect it from oxidation.
• Surface rust: Primo ships the griddle with a light oil coating and says rust from shipping or humidity is normal; seasoning removes it.
• Warping: rapid changes in temperature may cause the griddle to warp; Primo says this is expected and the griddle returns to shape once its temperature stabilizes.
• Placement of the grill: Primo's Junior spec sheet asks for 10 in. of space behind the grill so the lid can open fully, and at least 2 in. around the outside of the grill.
• Fuel and lighting: use only natural lump charcoal, lit with a fire starter cube or two, a chimney or an electric starter with the dome open. Never use lighter fluid or any other combustible liquid; Primo says the ceramic absorbs it.
• Temperature: Primo's Quick Start Guide has you set the draft door and fine-tune with the top vent in 1/4 in. steps, closing the top vent to one-third open when you are 25°F from your target; it notes it is easy to raise the temperature but very difficult to lower it.

Care: Primo's seasoning steps end with a thin layer of oil to protect the griddle against oxidation. Primo's warranty maintenance asks you to remove ash from the cast iron grate, clean the cooking grates and cast iron surfaces after each use, and check and tighten the band bolts several times a season and after each high-heat cook.

Warranty

Primo Ceramic Grills gives the original purchaser of the grill a limited lifetime warranty on all ceramic parts, a limited 5-year rust-through warranty on metal parts other than cast iron, a limited 1-year rust-through warranty on cast iron parts and on all other parts and accessories unless stated otherwise, and a limited 30-day warranty on felt gaskets and thermometers. Primo's warranty page does not state a separate term for the griddle, so the general term for parts and accessories applies unless Primo states otherwise; ask us to confirm the coverage before you order.

Primo's conditions: coverage is for the original purchaser; the product must be installed according to Primo's instructions; keep a bill of sale or payment record. Replacement parts ship at the purchaser's expense, and the existing part must be disposed of once the replacement arrives. Not covered: rust, fading, surface blemishes and oxidation unless they cause the part to fail; damage from use, misuse, improper installation or storage; unauthorized service or parts; lack of maintenance (including not removing ash from cast iron grates and not checking and tightening bolts several times a season); removal and reinstallation, service calls, labor, travel, diagnostic and freight charges. Claims go through your dealer with the model number, serial number and proof of purchase, or through Primo's online warranty claim form; international claims are not accepted. Full terms are on Primo's warranty and parts page.

Manuals and documents

• Primo Griddle product page
• Primo Stainless Steel Griddle on the Primo shop (sizes)
• Primo griddle installation and seasoning instructions PG1000574-2-0423 (models PGXLG-1, PGLGG-1, PGJRG-1, PGRG-1); ask us for a copy
• Primo Junior 200 product page
• Primo Junior charcoal grill specification sheet (PDF)
• Primo product brochure 2024, griddle in the cookware section (PDF)
• Primo Quick Start Guide (PDF)
• Primo warranty and parts

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