BQS 3444 - Electric grill CLATRONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BQS 3444 CLATRONIC

• The device is suitable for limited outdoor use. Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it immediately.

• When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and al- ways pull out the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.

• Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you leave the room you should always turn the device off. Remove the plug from the socket.

• The device and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the device must not be used.

• Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized technician. To avoid the exposure to danger, always have faulty cable be replaced only by the manufacturer, by our customer service or by qualied person and with a cable of the same type.

• Use only original spare parts.

• For the safety of your children, keep any packing parts (plastic bags, cartilage, Styrofoam etc.) out of their reach. WARNING! Don’t let small children play with foils for danger of suffoca- tion!

• Pay careful attention to the following “Special Safety Instruc- tions”. User manual Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you will enjoy using the appliance. Symbols in these Instructions for Use Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid accidents and prevent damage to the machine:

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks. CAUTION: This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other objects. NOTE: This highlights tips and information. General Safety Instructions Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the re- ceipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this device to other people, please also pass on the operating instructions.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not t for commercial use. Special Safety Precautions for this Device

WARNING: hot surface!

Danger of burns! During operation the temperature of accessible surfaces can be very high.

• Only take hold of the appliance at the thermostat and handles.

• Please ensure that the mains lead does not come into contact with the hot sec- tions of the device.

WARNING: Fire hazard!

Keep sufcient safe distance (30 cm) to inammable objects such as furniture, cur- tains, etc. There must be at least a 15 cm gap to the wall .26

• Do not use charcoal or similar combustibles with this device.

• The device is suitable for outdoor use. Only use the device outdoors if weather conditions are absolutely dry. Never leave the device outside after use.

• The device must be supplied by a residual current operated protected device (FI/RCD) with a maximum release current of 30 mA.

• The power cord must be regularly inspected for signs of damage. If the power cord is damaged, the device may no longer be used.

• The device must be connected to a shockproof socket.

• Do not operate the device with a timer or separate telecontrol system.

• Put the device on a at, heat resistant surface.

• Fill the grill base with water to a maximum of 1.5 liters. Use the “MIN” and “MAX” marks.

• Allow the device to completely cool down before putting away.

• Do not pour water into hot grease.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and per- sons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children shall not play with the appliance.

• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older 8 years and supervised.

• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.27 Location of Controls 1 Wind deector 2 Grid 3 Handle 4 Heating element with thermostat and temperature control 5 Indicator light 6 Reector 7 Grill base 8 Stand support 9 Rack 10 Legs Unpacking the device

1. Unpack the device.

2. Remove all packaging materials such as foils, lling material,

cable ties and cardboard packaging.

3. Check the scope of delivery.

NOTE: There might be particles or production remains on the device. We recommend you wipe the enclosure with a damp cloth. Installation You can assemble the grill as a standing grill using the stand or as a table top device without the stand. Refer to the left hand gure on page 3.

1. Remove the grid (2) and the heating element (4).

2. Remove all packaging materials.

Assembling the stand

3. Turn the grill base (7) on its head.

4. Insert the legs (10) with the open ends into the feet (8) of the grill

base so that the wing nuts face inwards.

5. Loosen the wing nuts from the legs. Leave the Philips head

screws in the holes in the legs.

6. Fit the holes on the rack (9) onto the Philips head screws thread.

7. Attach the rack to the legs using the wing nuts.

8. Place the device onto the stand.

9. Check whether all the legs are attached to the feet.

Stand or table top device

10. Clean the grid and the reector (6) with a damp cloth.

11. Put the reector plate into the grill base.

12. Pour 1.5 liters of cold water into the grill base, as to cover the

plate. You will nd a “MIN” / “MAX” marking inside the grill base on the rear wall. CAUTION: Fill with water until above the reector plate. The water bath and the plate will prevent excessive radiated heat near the base of the device. Therefore always barbecue using water and the tted reector plate.

13. Attach the heating element with the thermostat (4) to the grill

base: Using the recess, guide the thermostat horizontally onto the grillbase. In doing so, tilt the heating element upwards slightly so that the plate (B) rests in the grill base. NOTE: The thermostat is equipped with a safety switch (A). It prevents the operation of the heating element outside of the grill base. Check the correct tting of the thermostat in the grill base. Electric installation

1. Be sure the voltage of the device (rating plate) is in accordance

with the mains voltage.

2. Connect the mains plug to a properly installed shockproof socket

only. Connected load The device is intended for a maximum power intake of 2000 W. This connected load recommends a separate input lead secured with a 16 amp protected switch. CAUTION Overload:

• When using extension cords, these should have a cable cross- section of at least 1.5 mm².

• Do not use gang plugs, because the device is too powerful. Prior rst-time operation

• Operate the device without barbecue for 15 minutes whilst grill base is lled with water.

• Turn the temperature control on the thermostat to the highest position.

• The protective foil on the heating element will be removed.28 NOTE: Slight formation of smoke is thereby normal. Ensure sufcient ventilation. Your appliance is now ready for use. Operating your device NOTE: For efcient heat utilization, attach the wind deector (1).

1. Place the reector plate into the grill base.

2. Pour 1.5 liters of cold water into the grill base until reaching the

3. Preheat the operable device for about 5 minutes prior use.

4. Set the temperature control according to the intended use:

Low or middle settings for keeping warm or cooking, highest set- ting for fast cooking or barbecuing. The indicator light (5) indicates the operation of the heating .

5. Place your grill items directly on the grid. Turn the barbecue from

6. The height of the grill can be adjusted. To do so, refer to the right

hand gure on page 3. CAUTION: If the water level falls below the “MIN” marking after long time of barbecuing, please rst un-plug the device and then add more water, until reaching the “MAX” level. Do not pour cold water over the hot heating element. It might get damaged. Switching off Turn the temperature control anti-clockwise as far as it will go and unplug the device. Troubleshooting The thermostat is equipped with a safety switch (A). It prevents the operation of the heating element outside of the grill base. If the heating cannot be switched on, please check the mains connec- tion and the correct tting of the thermostat in the grill base. Cleaning

• Always unplug the device and allow the device to cool down before cleaning.

• Do not under any circumstances immerse the heating element into water for cleaning. Danger of electric shock or re! CAUTION:

• Do not use a wire brush or other scratching objects.

• Do not use acrid or abrasive cleaning agents.

1. Remove grid, heating element and refelector from the grill base.

Pour out the water from the grill base.

2. Rinse clean the grill, reector plate, wind deector and grill base

by hand in a bowl of water. Use a nylon brush to remove heavy stains.

3. Wipe the heating element with a damp cloth.

4. Attach all parts again.