HD4436 - Barbecue PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric barbecue
Brand	Philips
Model	HD4436
Power	2000 W
Cooking surface	Removable non-stick plate
Temperature adjustment	Adjustable thermostat with light indicator
Dimensions (L x W x H)	50 x 30 x 15 cm
Weight	4 kg
Power supply	Mains 220-240 V, 50-60 Hz
Main functions	Grilling, fat-free cooking, keep warm
Cleaning	Removable non-stick plate and drip tray, dishwasher safe
Safety	Automatic shut-off, cool handle, non-slip feet
Spare parts	Cooking plate and drip tray available separately
Repairability	Repairability index 8.5/10

Frequently Asked Questions - HD4436 PHILIPS

How to clean the cooking plate?

The non-stick plate can be easily removed and washed in the dishwasher or by hand with a soft sponge. Avoid metal utensils to prevent scratching the coating.

Should the appliance be preheated?

Yes, it is recommended to preheat the barbecue for about 5 minutes with the lid closed to reach the optimal cooking temperature.

Can the appliance be used outdoors?

This appliance is designed for indoor use only (kitchen, covered terrace). Do not use it in the rain or in a humid environment.

How to adjust the temperature?

Turn the thermostat to select the desired temperature. The indicator light turns off when the temperature is reached. The higher the number, the more intense the cooking.

What to do if the appliance suddenly turns off?

First check that the power cord is properly plugged in. If the automatic shut-off has triggered (overheating), unplug the appliance, let it cool for 15 minutes, then plug it back in.

Is the plate removable?

Yes, the cooking plate is removed by pressing the release buttons on the sides. This makes cleaning and replacement easier.

What type of oil to use?

You can use a little vegetable oil (sunflower, rapeseed) on the plate before cooking. Avoid flavored oils or butter which may burn.

Can frozen foods be cooked?

Yes, but it is recommended to thaw the food beforehand for even cooking. Increase cooking time if necessary.

How to know if cooking is done?

Cooking temperature varies depending on the food. Use a kitchen thermometer to check the internal temperature (e.g., 75°C for poultry). The indicator lights show that the selected temperature is reached.

Where to find spare parts?

The cooking plates and drip trays are available on the official Philips website or from authorized dealers. Use model number HD4436 to order.

USER MANUAL HD4436 PHILIPS

Keep page 3 open when reading these operating instructions.

HD 4436/86

English

Important

• Read these instructions carefully in conjunction with the illustrations before using the appliance.
• Before connecting the appliance, check that the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the mains voltage in your home.
• Only connect your appliance to an earthed wall socket.
• When using an extension cord, pay particular attention to the following:
• the cord should be earthed (3 wires with corresponding plugs);
• the cord should be completely unwound (especially with closed cord reels);
• the cross-section of each wire should be at least 1 mm² (cord suitable for current rating 10 Ampere.)
• If the mains cord of this appliance is damaged, it must only be replaced by Philips or their service representative, as special tools and/or parts are required.
• The mains cord of this appliance should regularly be examined for signs of damage. Never use the appliance if the mains cord is damaged.
• It is recommended to supply the appliance through a residual current device (RCD) having a tripping current not exceeding 30 mA.
• WARNING: Charcoal or similar combustible materials must not be used with this appliance.
• Ensure that the barbecue/grill is placed in a safe and stable position. Allow enough free space around the appliance.
• Do not place the appliance on a vulnerable surface (e.g. table cloth, varnished table top, over parquet or carpet).
• Ensure that nobody stumbles over the mains cord or pulls it while using the appliance. Make sure that the cord is not in the way.
• Keep the mains cord away from the hot parts of the appliance.
• The appliance will become very hot during use. Ensure that no objects remain on or leaning against the appliance after switching on.
• Keep a watchful eye on children: especially when the appliance is hot.
• Before use, always fill the outer tray with water up to the “MAX” indication, but never pour more than 1.5 litre of water into the outer tray.
• Ensure that there is always water in the outer tray during use, refill regularly.
• Never pour water on the heating element.
• Avoid overheating: never cover the grill entirely with aluminium foil.
• IMPORTANT: It is not advisable to grill fatty meat (like large sized chicken legs, and especially their skin, as these contain much fat). The fat would drip on to the heating element, causing flames which would set the food burning. We advise you to pre-cook large fatty chicken legs in boiling water (20-25 minutes), or partially cook them in a microwave oven before grilling, to remove most of the fat. This also guarantees that the food will be well-done, which is important for your health.
• In the course of time some discolouration of the inner wall of the outer basin may occur due to scale setting. This is quite harmless.
• Clean the appliance as indicated. Never immerse the heating element and/or the control panel in water.
• Remove the plug from the wall socket immediately after use and allow the appliance to cool down.
• Avoid touching the heating element.

General description (fig. 1 on page 3)

All types:

A Handgrips B Grill Heating element D Pilot light E Control panel (fixed to heating element) F Inner tray (chrome plated steel) G Filling aperture (for filling (up) with water) H Outer tray

With types HD 4435/85 and HD 4436/86 only:

On/Off switch

With types HD 4436/86 and HD 4437/87 only:

Wind screen K Legs: upper sections L Shelf (for e.g. barbecue utensils) M Joints N Legs: lower sections Feet

With type HD 4437/87 only:

P Hood On/Off switch with heat control.

(Rotate clockwise for higher temperature.)

Types HD 4436/86 and HD 4437/87 only

Assembling

• Mount the stand; place the upper sections of the legs through the openings of the shelf (fig. 2). Note the correct position.
• Fix the nuts (fig. 3).

• Mount the lower sections of the legs ("Click!") (fig. 4a). Note the correct position (fig. 4b). (Press the snap hook to disassemble the legs.)
• Secure the tray by fixing the nuts.

• Position the base barbecue unit on the pedestal (fig. 5).
• When the barbecue is ready for use (see also figs. 8-14), you may place the wind screen (fig. 6).
• Put the barbecue on a horizontal surface!
• Always put the barbecue on an even surface to avoid instability.
• Position the barbecue so that the control panel faces away from the wind direction. This ensures optimal performance.

All types

Before use

• Before first use, wash and dry the grill. - Pour cold water into the outer tray (fig. 7).

Note: Do not fill higher than the MAX indication.

For the best results, avoid pouring water into the inner tray.

• Position the inner tray ("Click!") (fig. 8).
• When water needs to be refilled during usage, this can be done via the filling aperture (fig. 9).
• Place the control panel (fig. 10, 11).

Be sure that the safety switch, located at the bottom of the control panel, is activated when the appliance is switched on ("Click") (fig. 11).

Place the grill (fig. 12, 13).

• Brush some oil onto the grill (fig. 14).
• Plug in. Switch on and allow the appliance to heat up for approximately 15 minutes (fig. 15).

Tips

• Keep the meat and fish cold and fresh in the refrigerator until you actually start grilling it.
• Do not use the same cutlery and the same chopping board for raw and grilled food.
• Do not salt the meat, chicken or fish before grilling: then too much juice will be extracted. You can of course salt the food after grilling. Always use meat, chicken or fish of good quality, cut into pieces/slices which are 1 1/2 - 2 cm thick and which are not carved or flattened. Always use the appliance with a layer of water in the outer tray. This prevents smoke and makes cleaning the inner tray much easier. If necessary add water during the cooking. Please note: Do not pour water on the heating element! Only pour water through the special filling aperture.
• If you wish to grill sausages, do not forget to prick a number of holes before grilling. (This avoids the sausages bursting which can result in hot fat spattering and the sausages becoming dried out.)
• Turn the food on the grill at regular intervals. Then it will become evenly browned and will be well-done throughout.
• It is advisable to wrap fish in aluminium foil before grilling.
• To avoid sticking to the grill it is advisable to pat the meat dry with a kitchen towel before putting it on the grilling plate.
• The required grilling time is primarily dependent upon the thickness of the meat, chicken or fish (and not upon its weight). Attention: Especially pork, minced meat and fish must be very well done. Make sure that the pieces of meat are not too thick.
• For the best grilling result indoors, we advise you not to use the windscreen. However, you can use the windscreen in combination with the hood.

Type HD 4437/87 only

• Select the maximum temperature for heating-up (fig. 16).
• You can keep grilled food warm for some time. Select position 1 and place the hood on the wind-screen (fig. 17, 18).

- Cooking settings:

1: To keep food warm

2 - 3: To melt cheese (e.g. on a baguette) with the lid on

3: To braise chunks of meat with the lid on.

3-MAX: To grill marinated meat, fish, fresh vegetables and fruit

MAX: To grill meat

All types

Cleaning

- Never immerse the heating element and/or the control panel in water.

- After use first switch off (fig. 19) and unplug. Allow the appliance to cool down

- Remove the grill from the appliance. Stuck particles can be removed with a spatula (fig. 20).

• You can wash the grill in hot soapy water (fig. 21) or in a dish washer.
• We advise you strongly to clean the grill directly after usage.
• You can use Brillo soap pads (very fine abrasive pads with soap) to clean the grill.

- A steel brush can be used to clean between the grilling bars.

- Lift the heating element from its position (fig. 22). Carefully place it on a safe surface (e.g. stone) for a moment.

- For cleaning, release the inner tray from the outer tray (fig. 23). A plastic scouring pad or sponge may be used.

- Empty the outer tray.

• After cleaning store the appliance in a dry place. (Especially the heating element is sensitive to moisture.)

- In due course of time some discolouration of the inner wall of the outer tray may occur, due to scale setting. This is quite harmless.

Marinades

A marinade can give your barbecue meat or fish a special taste.

Below you will find a number of suggestions for making marinades.

Of course you adapt these to your personal taste and preference. By adding extra ingredients, or by omitting and changing, you can make your own specialities.

Mix all ingredients well. Put the meat/fish into the marinade and let it stand for approx. 2 hours.

Please note: remove excess marinade from the food before grilling.

Simple basic marinade

4 tablespoons wine or vinegar various herbs (such as parsley, pepper grains, bay leaf, thyme, marjoram) onion (finely cut).

Marinade with white wine (especially for fish)

1/2 litre white wine

1 teaspoon thyme

1 teaspoon basil

1 teaspoon parsley

pinch of pepper and salt

1 tablespoon oil

Lemon marinade (for veal, fish)

4 tablespoons oil

4 tablespoons lemon juice

1 onion (finely cut)

1 clove of garlic (crushed)

pinch of salt, pepper, sugar

1 teaspoon thyme

1 teaspoon marjoram

Red wine marinade (for beef)

1/2 litre red wine

2 tablespoons oil

1 onion (finely cut)

1 clove of garlic (crushed)

2 bay leaves

1 teaspoon thyme

1 clove

pinch of salt and pepper

Sauces

Spicy grill sauce

1/2 litre water

some drops tabasco pinch of salt

1 onion (finely cut)

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 clove of garlic (crushed)

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon paprika powder

2 tablespoons worcester sauce

1 pinch cayenne pepper

1/2 tablespoon tomato ketchup

Put all ingredients into a pan and bring to the boil.

Let the sauce simmer on a low heat for half an hour.

Caper sauce

4 tablespoons yoghurt

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon curry powder

1 teaspoon paprika powder

1 tablespoon capers

1/2 onion (finely chopped)

1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)

Spicy tomato sauce

5 tablespoons tomato ketchup

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon mustard

1 teaspoon curry powder

1 teaspoon paprika powder

salt and pepper

Important

Place the grill (figs. 12, 13).

• Attach the lower legs ("click") (fig. 4a). Make sure the legs are correctly positioned (fig. 4b). (Press the carabiner to detach the legs.)
• Attach the bowl by tightening the nuts.

• Temperature settings:

Only for type HD 4437/87

• Place the grill grid in position (fig. 12, 13).

• Brush a little oil onto the grill grid (fig. 14).
• Plug in the appliance and switch it on. Let the appliance heat up for about 15 minutes (fig. 15).

Tip