Prontogrill - Barbecue Bimar - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric grill-barbecue
Brand	Bimar
Model	Prontogrill (F615.N1)
Usage	Domestic
Power supply	Mains 220-240 V
Water tray capacity	1 litre
Grill positions	3 (1: far, 2: medium, 3: close)
Materials	Tray, grill and heating elements in metal; handles, switch and panel in plastic; anti-slip caps in rubber
Support dimensions	U-tubes of 44 cm and 40 cm width
Safety	Safety switch preventing ignition if the control part is not properly inserted
Cleaning	Unplug and allow to cool; damp sponge for plastic; plastic bristle brush for grill
Included accessories	1 U-tube of 44 cm, 1 U-tube of 40 cm, 2 pairs of adjustable feet, 4 anti-slip caps
Manufacturer	Bimar S.p.A., Via G. Amendola 16/18, 25019 Sirmione (BS), Italy
Repairability	Cord replaceable only by an authorized service center

Frequently Asked Questions - Prontogrill Bimar

How to install the Prontogrill support?

Insert the two U-tubes (44 cm and 40 cm) into the adjustable feet pairs by pushing until about 5 cm deep (see fig.2). Apply the 4 anti-slip caps to the ends of the feet. Open the support and place the cooking grate so that the upper part of the support fits inside the edges of the tray (fig.3).

How much water should be put in the tray?

Pour 1 litre of water into the tray before turning on the appliance. If the level drops below, add water after turning off the heating element.

How to turn on the appliance?

After pouring the water, correctly insert the part with the electrical controls into its slot (otherwise the safety switch blocks ignition). Place the grate. Plug in the plug and press the switch to turn on the heating element.

Should the appliance be heated before first use?

Yes, run the grill empty for 10 minutes to eliminate any odors and smoke.

What are the grate positions and what are they used for?

Three positions are available: position 1 (farthest from the heating element) for gentle cooking, position 2 (middle), and position 3 (closest) for intense cooking. Adjust according to the thickness and type of food.

How to clean the cooking grate?

Use a plastic bristle brush with warm water and regular dish soap. Rinse thoroughly and dry carefully. Never clean the electrical part with water.

What to do if the power cord is damaged?

It must be replaced by a qualified service or an authorized service center. Do not use the appliance with a damaged cord.

Can I use the appliance without water?

No, the grill must only be used if the tray contains water. Water prevents smoke and odors. Without water, you risk damaging the appliance.

How to turn off and store the appliance?

Press the switch to turn off the heating element, then unplug the plug from the socket. Let it cool completely before cleaning or storing in a dry place.

What to do if liquid spills on the electrical parts?

Immediately unplug the appliance, carefully wipe all wet parts. Make sure the switches and heating element are completely dry before reusing. If in doubt, contact a qualified professional.

USER MANUAL Prontogrill Bimar

CONSIGLI PRATICI

Ready for everything!

Dear Madam, Dear Sir,

we congratulate you on having chosen PRONTOGRILL, the grill-barbecue endowed with an extraordinary surface for cooking, characterized with a modern and refined design and cured even in its smallest particulars by the use of the most advanced technical solutions.

With PRONTOGRILL you can now grill either at home or in the open air with all the taste of the traditional cuisine and without smokes or smells.

In this short handbook you can find all the advice to use PRONTOGRILL in the bestway.

We thank you again for your preference and give you our regards and sinceres wishes for a good cooking.

WARNINGS

• Please read these instructions carefully before using the heater and keep the booklet for future consultation.
• This appliance is intended for domestic use, to grill food in the manner described in these instructions.
• When cooking foods with a high water content, make sure that liquids cannot overflow and come into contact with the electric parts. Should this happen, remove the plug from the socket immediately and dry very carefully: if in doubt please contact a qualified expert.
• During operation the grill is very hot so only touch the handles, buttons and grips. Avoid touching the heating element or the cooking surface.
• Do not rest pots, baking pans, aluminium foil or anything else that could prevent the dissipation of heat on the cooking surface as this could damage the device.
• Do not rest anything on the heating element.
• Do not move the grill when it is operating.
• Put in the tray only water and not any other liquid.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet.
• Do not leave the device exposed to the weather (sun, rain, etc.).
• Do not pull on the cord, or the appliance itself, to disconnect the plug from the socket.
• Do not use the appliance as a source of heat.
• Do not pull on the cord to move the appliance.
• If the electric cord is damaged, it has to be replaced by the supplier or an authorized service center or a professionally qualified, to avoid any risks.

Attention: do not cover the appliance when it is operating to avoid the risk of fires.

ATTENTION: the temperature of the door or the outer surface may be high when the appliance is operating.

INSTALLATION

• After removing the packing materials, check the integrity of the heater; if you are unsure, do not use it and ask for qualified professional help. The packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) must be kept out the reach of children because they are potential sources of danger.
• Before connecting the appliance, check that the voltage shown on the data plate matches that of your electricity and that the electric plug is grounded. In the event of incompatibility between the electric outlet and the plug of the appliance, have the outlet replaced with another more suitable type by professionally qualified personnel, who will make sure that the section of the wires of the outlet is appropriate for the absorbed power of the appliance. In general, the use of adapters or extension cords is not recommended; if their use is indispensable, they must conform to existing safety standards and their current capacity (amperes) must not be less that the maximum of the appliance.
• If you find some dust on the appliance, it is necessary to wash it by hand or in the dish-washing machine before use (be careful to wash only the body and tray of the appliance and absolutely not the heating element and the control panel).
• Place the appliance:

- far from other sources of heat (for example, other ovens, gas hobs, etc.), inflammable materials (wallpaper, etc.), explosive materials (spray cans) and materials that would become deformed when heated. Make sure that there is at least 40 cm of free space around the appliance

• on a flat and stable work top and not on delicate surfaces (painted furniture, tablecloths, etc.), in a position where it cannot be bumped, and at a suitable distance from the edge so that it cannot fall.

• far from containers of liquids, such as sinks, etc. Should it unexpectedly become wet or fall in a liquid, remove the plug immediately from the socket, leave the appliance to cool, dry carefully and make sure the electric parts are not wet; if in doubt, call qualified professional help.

• The power socket must be easy to reach so the plug can be removed quickly in case of emergency.

• Use the appliance far from water or similar (like sinks and so on) or near places where can be knocked.
• The appliance must not be positioned immediately under a socket.
• Do not use the appliance with a timer or a programmer or with a system that can switch on the appliance automatically, to avoid risk of fire, since a fire risk exists if the heater is covered or positioned incorrectly.
• In the case of a breakdown or poor performance, have the appliance checked by professional qualified personnel.
• Make sure that the electric cord is correctly positioned, not touching hot surfaces and not wrapped around the appliance or twisted.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

The Grill must only be used with water in the tray.

Before starting the grill, pour 1 litre of water in the tray, make sure the water is always present, turn off the heating element and add water paying special attention not to wet the electronic control parts (switch, heating element, etc.): if this should happen, unplug the appliance and carefully dry it, making sure the electric parts (switches, etc.) are not wet, then restart the grill.

First Use

After pouring water in the tray, insert the part with the electrical controls in its seat (it must sit correctly or the safety switch will not allow the heating element to turn on), then place the cooking grill in its seat. Insert the plug in the socket and turn on the heating element using the switch. Operate the grill "empty" for 10 min. to eliminate any odours or smoke.

Operation

After pouring water in the tray, insert the part with the electrical controls in its seat (it must sit correctly or the safety switch will not allow the heating element to turn on). Arrange the food on the grill and place it in its seat, in the most suitable position for cooking: position "1" is the farthest from the heating element, "2" is in the middle and "3" is the closest. Insert the plug in the socket and turn on the heating element using the switch.

When you have finished using it, turn off the grill at the switch, remove the plug from the socket and let the appliance cool.

mod.F615.N1 (prontogrill support set)

The support is composed by:

a) n°1 U-shaped tube 44cm in width.

b) n°1 U-shaped tube 40cm in width

c) n°2 jointed couplet of legs.

d) n°4 rubber feet.

Set rubber feet to the end of legs (d), pic.1.

Insert the U-shaped tubes (a,b) into one couple of legs and afterwards in the other, (see pic.1).

Notes:

- the tubes insertion is hard, so press with strength.

- the tubes must be inserted for about 5 cm, as pointed out in pic.2

Open the support legs and lodge the grill in tha way that the support upper part will result completely positioned at the tray edges, as indicated in pic.2.

Expert's practical advices for a perfect grill cooking

- Proportion the intensity of the heat to the nature and size of the piece to cook (see table "Grill cooking").

- Do not change the position of the grate or the intensity of the power when cooking.

• Turn more once the food when cooking without using forks or other pointed utensil.
• Dry perfectly the meat before laying it on the grate.
• Brush softly the meat with a sauce made of oil, lemon juice and aromatic substances at will when cooking.
• Add salt and pepper at the end.
• Juicy red meats the intensity of the heat must be such to allow the roasting and the cooking at the same time.
• For white meats the intensity of the heat must be such to allow the roasting and the cooking at the same time.
• Clean carefully the grate after using.

GRILL COOKING (cooking times)

Kinds of meat Theickenss Position			Underdone	Cooked Well done
		of the grate
beef
steak	cm.3	3	5'	8'	12'
chop	cm.4	3	9'	12'	18'
underfillet	cm.4	3	8'	12'	18'
skewers	-	2	8'	10'	12'
hamburger	cm.3	3	8'	10'	12'
veal
scallops	cm.1	2	-	5'	8'
chop	cm.2	2	-	10'	15'
large pieces	-	2	-	12'	15'
skewers	-	2	-	18' each 300gs. weight	-
pork
steak	cm.2	1	-	-	12'
chop	cm.2	1	-	-	12'
large pieces	-	1	-	-	18' each 300gs. weight13'
skewers	-	1	-	10'
lamb
chop	cm.1	1	4'	5'	8'
skewers	-	1	-	8'	10'
leg	-	1	-	30' each Kg.	-
saddle	-	1	-	30' each Kg.	-
poultry
entire open chicken	-	2	-	40'	-
in pieces	-	2	-	40'	-
pigeon	-	2	-	30'	-
duck	-	3	-	50'	-
fish
entire fish	cm.4	2	-	18'	-
small fish	cm.2	2	-	8'	-
fillets	-	2	-	6'	-
slices	cm.2	2	-	8'	-

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Attention: before cleaning the appliance, switch it off, remove the plug from the current socket and leave it until getting cool.

• To clean the plastic parts and the tray, use a soft sponge moistened with warm water and, if necessary, a normal dish detergent. We recommend paying attention to keep the electric controls and heating element from getting soaked when cleaning the switch, etc.: if this should happen, dry carefully. Do not immerse the electric controls in water or other liquid.
• To clean the cooking grill, use a brush with plastic bristles, warm water and a normal dish detergent, then rinse with plenty of water and dry carefully.
• When the device is not being used, cover it and put it in a dry place.
• A special tool is required to replace the electrical cord: contact an authorized service center, also for any repairs.
• If you decide not to use the appliance any more, we recommend making it inoperative by cutting the power cord (after making sure you have disconnected the plug from the socket) and make dangerous parts harmless if children are allowed to play with them.
• Do not dispose of non-biodegradable products in the environment but dispose of them in accordance with current law. At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to stockists who supply this service on purchasing a new appliance. Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. Bear in mind that: - the tray, the grill and resistance are made metal.- the handle, switch and the control panel are made of plastic. – the electrical wires are made of copper coated with rubber.

Prontogrill!

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