Griddler Pro GR40E - Grill plate CUISINART - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Griddler Pro GR40E CUISINART

A.Before the first use. 15
B. Installing the cooking plates 15
C.Advice for use 15
D. Installing the drip tray 16

1. Advice from Chefs 17
2. Cleaning and storage. 17
3. Questions/answers 18

INHALT

2. CARACTERISTIQUES PRODUIT

6. QUESTIONS/RESPONSES

• CAUTION: The plastic bags used to cover the unit or packaging may be dangerous. To avoid all risk of suffocation, keep these bags out of the reach of babies and children. These bags are not toys.

• WARNING: Hot surface.

• Do not touch hot surfaces.

• Allow the unit to cool before storing.

• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
• Do not touch the appliance while in use, use oven or protective gloves.
• Do not place the appliance on or near a hot appliance. Do not use on heat sensitive surfaces or near inflammable materials.
• Do not put anything on the grill when it is on.
• Leave enough space between the grill and the walls or furniture. Do not place the grill below wall-mounted kitchen elements.
• Do not let cord hang over the edge of the work surface and do not let it touch hot surfaces.
• Do not immerse in water or any other liquid.
• Always unplug the appliance after use and before cleaning. Never leave the appliance unattended when plugged in. Pull on the plug to unplug, never on the cord.
• The grill should not be used with an external timer or with a separate remote control system
• Do not use the appliance if it has fallen or if it appears damaged.
• Stop using the machine immediately if the cord is damaged.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not try to repair the appliance yourself.
• Using any accessories not recommended or sold by Cuisinart® may cause a fire, electrocution and risk of injury.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons 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 than 8 and supervised.

• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.

• Use this appliance for cooking only and follow the instructions in this manual.
• Do not use outdoors.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  -farm houses;

• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments.

DISCARDING ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT AT THE END OF LIFE

In everybody's interest and to participate actively in protecting the environment:

• Do not discard these products with your household waste.
• Use return and collection systems available in your country.

Some materials can in this way be recycled or recovered.

1. INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase!

For over 30 years, Cuisinart has been developing a full range of kitchen appliances that allow both kitchen enthusiasts and great chefs to express their creativity to the fullest.

All Cuisinart® appliances are the result of a close working relationship between engineers and great names in Cuisine, like Paul Bocuse, the brand's charismatic ambassador. Every product combines strength, innovation, performance and ergonomics.

Made with professional materials like brushed stainless steel, our products fit easily into every kitchen thanks to a simple and elegant design.

2.PRODUCT FEATURES

1. Sturdy phenolic housing
2. Cool touch press handle
3. Interchangeable cooking plates, non-stick and dishwasher safe for easy clean-up:

3a. Grill plates

3b. Plancha plate
3c. 2 Waffle plates (sold separately)

1. Control knobs:

4a. Selector knob with red on/off indicator light: to select

1. Cups for collecting cooking juices, dishwasher safe
2. Special cleaning tool
3. System to lock/unlock the plates
4. Opens fully to 180^

3. USE

A. Before the first use

Before using for the first time, wipe the body of the appliance, the lid and the controls with a damp cloth. Wash the plates, the drip tray and the scraping/cleaning tool in hot soapy water or in the dishwasher. Refer to the section "Cleaning and Storage" for more information.

B. Installing the cooking plates

C. Advice for use

Thanks to its exclusive floating hinge, the Griddler Cuisinart lets you cook your food in the closed or in the open, flat position, this way doubling the available heating surface. Before you start to cook, select the configuration that is best adapted to your recipe.

Important: The end of the Griddler Pro's pre-heating period is indicated by the lights stopping flashing and remaining lit.

GRILL/PANINI POSITION

• Place the appliance on a clean, flat and dry surface. The control panel should be facing you.
• Grill plates: ridged surface ideal for grilling steaks, hamburger chicken and vegetables. Also suitable for making paninis.
• Griddle plates: smooth surface ideal for preparing pancakes, eggs, finely sliced meats, fish and shellfish.
• Insert each plate into the small metal notches located at the back of the base of the appliance (Fig. 1). Then press each plate in until it is firmly in place.
• To remove the plates, press the release button for the plates located on the side of the appliance. Then pull the plates towards you (Fig.2).

Fig.1 Fig.2

Insert the plates with the grill side facing up. Select the mode by turning the middle knob to the right. Select the desired cooking temperature using the right knob. The red indicator light will go on when the unit has reached the selected temperature. Place the food on the lower plate then close the grill. The distance between the two cooking plates will adjust automatically to the thickness of the food.

- PLANCHAPPOSITION

Insert the plates with the smooth, non-stick side facing up then open into the 180^ position by pulling the button on the side of the handle. Turn the selection knob to the left to the mode. Select the desired cooking temperature using the left knob. The red indicator light will go on when the unit has reached the selected temperature. Place the food evenly on the plates.

- BARBECUE OPTION

Insert the plates with the grill facing up and open into the 180^ position by pulling the button on the side of the handle. Select the mode by turning the middle knob to the left. Select the desired cooking temperature using the left knob. The red indicator light will go on when the unit has reached the selected temperature. Place the food evenly on the plates.

- COMBINED OPTION

Insert one of each of the plates in the appliance and open the grill into the 180^ position by pulling the button on the side of the handle. Select the mode by turning the middle knob to the left. Select the desired cooking temperature using the left knob. The red indicator light will go on when the unit has reached the selected temperature. Place the food evenly on the plates.

D. Installing the drip tray

At the back of the appliance base there is slot for the drip tray.

• Slide the drip tray from right to left into this slot.
• The fats and juices from cooking the foods flow over the plates and are collected in the drip tray.
• Empty the drip tray after the Griddler Pro has cooled completely.
• The drip tray can be washed in the dishwasher.

4. ADVICE FROM CHEFS

• To preserve the non-stick quality of the cooking plates, do not let them remain heated and not in use for too long and do not use abrasives to clean.

• Use wooden or heat-resistant plastic utensils to turn your food and avoid cutting it on the plates.

• Cut the food evenly to obtain even cooking.

• With practice, you will become accustomed to the cooking times and settings necessary to cook food to taste.

• Prepare spice-based marinades or condiments for your meat or fish; grilled foods will be fragrant and plancha-cooked foods more tender.

• If you grilled fish or shellfish on the plates, rub a little lemon juice on them with a cloth, this will prevent the characteristic odour from remaining on the plates the next time you use them.

5. CLEANING AND STORAGE

• When you have finished cooking, turn the button to "O" and unplug the appliance. Allow the appliance to cool completely (minimum 1/2 hour) before cleaning it.
• Use the cleaning tool to remove food residues that remain on the cooking plates.
• Discard fat that has run into the drip cup.
• Remove the plates from the appliance by pressing the ejection buttons.
• The cleaning tool, drip cup and plates can be washed in hot, soapy water or in the dishwasher.
• Do not use metal objects such as a knife or fork, or abrasive sponges or cleaning products that could damage the coating.
• To clean the housing, lid and handle of the appliance, use a damp cloth and a little soft detergent. Do not use abrasive sponges or products.
• Cleaning the appliance regularly prevents substantial build-up. The Griddler remains easy to clean and it will continue to perform properly.
• Before storing your grill, put the plates and the drip tray back in position, close the lid then wind the cable around the hooks intended for this purpose.

6. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS

WHAT DO I DO IF: ANSWERS
The appliance smokes the first time I use it?	It's normal for the appliance to smoke a little during the first use. Clean with a damp cloth before turning it on.
The appliance turns itself off? Check that the m	middle control is not in the “O” position and that the appliance is plugged in. It is possible that the appliance has overheated. Unplug the appliance and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes. Turn it on as usual and start your cooking again.
The food does not cook? Check the plug is firm	ly in the outlet and that the cooking mode has been selected.
The barbecued food does not sear, it is difficult to cook?	Check that the selected temperature or the cooking mode are appropriate for the food.
I have different kinds of food to be cooked?	Use the grill in the flat position (Plancha, barbecue or combined position) and cook each food on a different plate, this way the flavours of the foods will not mingle.
A little cooking juice leaks onto the body of the appliance?	Wait until the appliance has cooled completely then wipe with a hot damp cloth. Never immerse the base of the appliance in water.
There's a lot of smoke during cooking?	Avoid using too much grease when cooking. Fat releases smoke. Use a brush to grease dry foods.

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