07053 - Cooktops Presto - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 07053 Presto

20-inch Electric Griddle

• Large cooking surface makes enough for the entire family.
- Premium nonstick surface ensures stick-free cooking and easy cleaning.
- Slide-out drip tray for quick cleanup.
- Control Master® heat control maintains the proper cooking temperature automatically.
- Fully immersible with heat control removed.

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©2017 National Presto Industries, Inc.

INSTRUCTIONS

This is a Listed appliance. The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage when using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Be sure that the handles/leg handle assemblies are assembled and fastened properly before using this appliance. See instructions regarding the handles on page 2.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles/leg handle assemblies or knobs.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse heat control, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or in the event the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. Use only genuine Presto™ accessory attachments or replacement parts.

9. Do not use outdoors.

10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.

11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

12. It is not recommended that this appliance be moved when it contains hot oil or other hot liquid. If it must be moved when it contains hot oil or other hot liquid, use extreme caution.

13. Always attach heat control to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn control to OFF then remove plug from wall outlet.

14. Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Important Cord Information

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

A short power supply cord (or cord set) is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords may be used if care is properly exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

Connect the power supply cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only.

Before the First Use

Remove all packing material. Set the leg handle assemblies, drip tray, and heat control aside. Wash the griddle in warm, soapy water, rinse, and dry.

Do not immerse the Control Master ^® heat control in water or let it come in contact with any liquid.

Before using this griddle, attach the leg handle assemblies as instructed below:

1. Place the griddle upside down on a table or counter.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the four screws from the mounting projections on the griddle.
3. Position the leg handle assemblies on the griddle, lining up the holes in the leg handle assemblies with the mounting projections on the griddle.
4. Replace the screws and fasten securely. When properly assembled, the griddle should sit level.

NOTICE: Continuing to tighten, once secure, can result in stripping of screws and cracking of leg handle assemblies.

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How to Use

NOTICE: This griddle is not intended to be used as a warming tray, hot plate, or for heating any cookware. Using this product for purposes different from those specified in the instruction manual may cause damage to the product and will void the product warranty.

1. Place assembled griddle on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface away from walls, cabinets, and other objects.
   NOTICE: To prevent possible heat damage to your countertop, place a heat-resistant counter protector, such as aluminum foil, under the griddle; take care not to place the foil under the griddle's legs.
2. Slide drip tray onto tracks. Insert the Control Master ^® heat control probe into the griddle so the two electrical pins on the griddle are fully inserted into the heat control. Connect the cord to a 120VAC electrical wall outlet only.
3. Turn the heat control to the temperature recommended in the temperature-timetable on page 3 and preheat the griddle. The pilot light will go off when the selected temperature is reached (approximately 5 to 10 minutes).

NOTE: Occasionally you may hear a pop or clicking sound while the griddle is preheating; this is due to the expansion of the metal as it heats. It is normal. You may also notice this sound as the unit cools down.

1. Prepare food for cooking. Because the griddle features a nonstick surface, food may be prepared with little or no oil.

NOTICE: Avoid using no-stick cooking sprays as they may cause the cooking surface to become tacky.

1. Place food on the griddle and cook according to the temperature-timetable on page 3. The heat should be adjusted according to personal preference and the particular food being cooked. During cooking, the pilot light on the heat control will go on and off indicating desired temperature is being maintained.

For best results use heat-resistant nylon, plastic, or wooden utensils. Do not use metal utensils as they may scratch the nonstick surface. Do not cut foods on the cooking surface.

1. Turn the heat control to OFF when cooking is complete. Unplug heat control from wall outlet and then from appliance. Allow the griddle to cool before removing the drip tray and before cleaning.

Care and Cleaning

Do not immerse the Control Master® heat control in water or let it come in contact with any liquid.

After each use, remove the heat control and wash the griddle in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Make sure to also clean the underside of the griddle, as necessary. Clean the nonstick surface with a non-metal cleaning pad, such as Scotch-Brite* Multi-Purpose Scrub Sponge or Scotch-Brite* Dobie* Cleaning Pad. Firm pressure can be applied, if necessary. Do not use steel wool or abrasive kitchen cleaners.

Soaking the griddle to loosen food residue is not necessary. If, however, soaking is desired, do not soak for more than two hours. Soaking for more than two hours may damage the nonstick finish on the griddle.

NOTICE: To maintain the appearance of the griddle, do not wash it in the dishwasher. The decorative trim and the bottom of the griddle will likely discolor due to the caustic nature of the dishwasher detergent. In addition, a gray residue may form on the bottom of the griddle which may transfer onto towels and/or skin.

In time, the nonstick finish may darken over the heating element due to a buildup of grease residue. This discoloration can be removed by using a solution of one tablespoon of powdered automatic dishwasher detergent per one cup of hot water. Slide the drip tray into place. Preheat griddle to 225°. Wearing rubber gloves, dip cleaning pad into cleaning solution and rub over the cooking surface being careful not to get it on the decorative trim. Continue cleaning until the solution is gone. Turn the griddle off and allow to cool. Wash the griddle in warm, soapy water and dry.

After treating the griddle, it is recommended that the cooking surface be wiped lightly with vegetable oil before using.

Periodically check the leg handle assembly screws for looseness. Retighten, if necessary, with a Phillips screwdriver.

NOTICE: Continuing to tighten, once secure, can result in stripping of screws and cracking of leg handle assemblies.

IMPORTANT: To ensure continued accuracy of the Control Master® heat control, avoid rough handling in use and storage.

Temperature-Timetable
Food Setting Approximate Cooking Time

Bacon 325°–350° 5–8 minutes
Canadian Bacon 325°–350° 3–4 minutes
Eggs, Fried 275°–300° 3–5 minutes
Fish 325°–375° 5–10 minutes
French Toast 325°–350° 4–6 minutes
Ham
12 inch thick 325°–350° 10–12 minutes
34 inch thick 325°–350° 14–16 minutes
Hamburgers, 12 inch thick 325°–375° 8–12 minutes
Minute Steak 375°–400° 4–5 minutes
Pancakes	350°–400° 2–3 minutes
Pork Chops
12 inch thick 325°–375° 15–20 minutes
34 inch thick 325°–375° 20–25 minutes
Potatoes, Cottage Fried	300°–350° 10–12 minutes
Sausage
Links	325°–350° 20–30 minutes
Precooked	325°–350° 10–12 minutes
Sandwiches, Grilled	325°–350° 5–10 minutes
Steak, Beef
1 inch thick, rare	350°–400° 6–7 minutes
1 inch thick, medium	350°–400° 10–12 minutes
112 inch thick, rare	350°–400° 8–10 minutes
112 inch thick, medium	350°–400° 18–20 minutes

Consumer Service Information

If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Presto® appliance or need parts for your appliance, contact us by any of these methods:

• Call 1-800-877-0441 weekdays 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Central Time)
• Email us through our website at www.GoPresto.com/contact
  • Write: National Presto Industries, Inc.

Consumer Service Department

3925 North Hastings Way

Eau Claire, WI 54703-3703

Inquiries will be answered promptly by telephone, email, or letter. When emailing or writing, please include a phone number and a time when you can be reached weekdays, if possible. When contacting the Consumer Service Department, please indicate the model and series numbers for the griddle. The model number can be found on the bottom of the plug guard and the series number can be found stamped in the bottom center of the griddle.

Please record this information:

Model ____ Series ____ Date Purchased ____

The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service Presto ^® appliances and supply genuine Presto ^™ replacement parts. Genuine Presto ^™ replacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as Presto ^® appliances and are engineered specifically to function properly with its appliances. Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine Presto ^™ replacement parts. “Look-alikes” might not be of the same quality or function in the same manner. To ensure that you are buying genuine Presto ^™ replacement parts, look for the Presto ^® trademark.

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Presto Factory Service Department

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Presto® Limited Warranty

(Applies only in the United States)

This quality Presto ^® appliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance under normal household use. Presto pledges to the original owner that should there be any defects in material or workmanship during the first year after purchase, we will repair or replace it at our option. Our pledge does not apply to damage caused by shipping. Outside the United States, this limited warranty does not apply.

To obtain service under the warranty, please call our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441. If unable to resolve the problem, you will be instructed to send your Presto® appliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for a quality inspection; shipping costs will be your responsibility. When returning an appliance, please include your name, address, phone number, and the date you purchased the appliance, as well as a description of the problem you are encountering with the appliance.

We want you to obtain maximum enjoyment from using this Presto® appliance and ask that you read and follow the instructions enclosed. Failure to follow instructions, damage caused by improper replacement parts, abuse, misuse, disassembly, alterations, or neglect will void this pledge. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This is Presto's personal pledge to you and is being made in place of all other express warranties.

NATIONAL PRESTO INDUSTRIES, INC.

EAU CLAIRE, WI 54703-3703