PL1 - Grill plate TELEFUNKEN - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Grill plate
Brand	Telefunken
Model	PL1
Power supply	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power	2000 W
Coating	Non-stick
Thermostat	Adjustable with indicator light
Grease collector	Yes
Handle	Yes
Feet	Yes
Grounding required	Yes
First use	Heat empty for 10 minutes maximum
Cleaning	Non-abrasive sponge, neutral pH dish soap, do not immerse
Use	Household
Recycling	WEEE - Do not dispose of with household waste

Frequently Asked Questions - PL1 TELEFUNKEN

How to clean the cooking plate after use?

Unplug the appliance and let it cool for at least one hour. Clean the plate with a non-abrasive sponge soaked in neutral pH dish soap, rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. Never immerse the appliance in water.

What to do if odors or smoke appear during first use?

This is normal. Heat the appliance empty for 10 minutes maximum to burn off the protective grease and eliminate odors. Ventilate the room well.

How to adjust the cooking temperature?

Use the thermostat selector knob. The indicator light turns on during heating and turns off when the desired temperature is reached.

Can I use metal utensils on the plate?

No, to avoid scratching the non-stick coating, use a wooden or heat-resistant plastic spatula. Avoid any sharp or pointed metal objects.

What to do if the appliance does not heat?

Check that the thermostat plug is properly connected to the appliance and that the power cord is plugged into a working wall outlet with grounding. Make sure the thermostat is not set to the minimum position.

What types of food can I cook on this plate?

You can cook meat, fish, vegetables, etc. To sear meat, set the thermostat to maximum and allow preheating. Thaw frozen foods before grilling.

How to avoid burns during use?

Do not touch hot surfaces, always use the handle to move the appliance, and do not move the appliance while it is operating. Keep out of reach of children under 8 years.

Can I use an extension cord with this appliance?

Yes, but an extension cord with grounding is strictly required to avoid any risk of electric shock. Do not let the extension cord hang or create a tripping hazard.

What to do in case of fire on the appliance?

Never use water. Smother the flames with a damp cloth or use a suitable fire extinguisher, aiming the jet in the direction of any breeze.

How to recycle the appliance at end of life?

Do not throw the appliance away with household waste. Take it to an approved collection center (WEEE) so it can be recycled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU.

USER MANUAL PL1 TELEFUNKEN

Exterior view of a modern flat-screen grating with handles and legs (no text or symbols visible)

PL1

Table des maères

Labeled diagram of a portable grater with numbered parts for identification

Black grater with attached electrical plug and power cord, no visible text or symbols

Black rectangular flatboard with handles and a small side panel, no visible text or symbols

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Table of contents

Safety advices and warnings 3

√ Warning 3
√ Danger of electrocuon 5
√ Danger of burns 7
√ Standards 8

Descripon 9

Set-up and Use 10

√ Before rst use 10
√ Using your plancha 10
√ Cleaning and maintenance 11

Technical informaon 11

Environment and recycling 11

SAFETY ADVICES AND WARNINGS

WARNING

• READ CAREFULLY THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THIS APPLIANCE. IN THE CASE YOU RESELL THIS APPLIANCE, PLEASE MAKE SURE TO PROVIDE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL TO YOUR BUYER.
• 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 OF ENVIRONMENTS;
○ BED AND BREAKFAST TYPE ENVIRONMENTS.

- IT SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE OR IN ANY OTHER APPLICATION, SUCH AS FOR NON-DOMESTIC USE OR IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. ANY COMMERCIAL USE, INAPPROPRIATE USE OR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS, THE MANUFACTURER ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY AND THE GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY.

- AFTER UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE IT IS NOT DAMAGED. IN CASE OF DOUBT, DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE AND CONTACT YOUR SUPPLIER OR A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.

• THE USE OF ACCESSORY AND ATTACHMENTS NOT RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER MAY CAUSE INJURIES.
• THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE USED IF IT HAS BEEN DROPPED, IF IT HAS ANY VISIBLE DAMAGE, IF IT LEAKS OR IF IT FUNCTIONS ABNORMALLY IN ANY WAY.
• ALWAYS UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE IF NOT USING IT FOR A PERIOD OF TIME.
• REMOVE ALL PACKAGING AND DO NOT LEAVE THE PACKAGING MATERIAL SUCH AS PLASTIC BAGS, POLYSTYRENE AND ELASTIC BANDS IN EASY REACH OF CHILDREN AS THEY MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES.
• AFTER UNPACKING YOUR APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE PUT IT ON A FLAT, STABLE AND HEAT-RESISTANT WORK PLAN OR KITCHEN COUNTER WHICH CAN ALSO STAND A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 90°C. CHECK YOU HAD LEAVE ENOUGH SPACE BETWEEN YOUR APPLIANCE AND SURROUNDING WALL TO LET THE AIR CIRCULATE AROUND THE APPLIANCE. THERE SHOULD BE AT LEAST 50CM ON THE TOP AND 20CM ON SIDES APART FROM THE APPLIANCE.
• CHILDREN FROM 0 TILL 8 YEARS SHALL NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE. THE APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY PERSONS (INCLUDING CHILDREN ABOVE 8 YEARS OLD) 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. KEEP AWAY THIS APPLIANCE AND ITS ELECTRIC PLUG AWAY FROM CHILDREN UNDER 8 YEARS OLD. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SHALL NOT BE MADE BY CHILDREN.

• CHILDREN SHALL NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE.
• FOR THE DETAILS ON HOW TO CLEAN SURFACES IN CONTACT WITH FOOD, PLEASE SEE SECTION “CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE IN PAGE ....
• REGARDING THE INFORMATION FOR OPERATING TIMES AND SETTING, THANKS TO REFER TO THE BELOW PARAGRAPH OF THE MANUAL.
• NEVER PLACE IT INTO THE DISHWASHER.
• NEVER USE THE APPLIANCE NEAR HOT SURFACES.

DANGER OF ELECTROCUTION!

• THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. IF YOU NEED TO USE AN EXTENSION LEAD, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU USE A MODEL FITTED WITH AN EARTH PLUG.
• THIS APPLIANCE SHALL NOT BE USED WITH AN EXTERNAL TIMER OR A SEPARATE REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM.
• CHECK THAT THE VOLTAGE MARKED ON THE RATING PLATE MATCHES TO YOUR LOCAL SUPPLY. IF NOT THE

CASE, DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE AND SEEK FOR EXPERT ADVICE.

• CHECK THAT YOUR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION IS SUFFICIENT FOR SUPPLYING AN APPLIANCE OF THIS WATTAGE.
• TAKE ALL NECESSARY MEASURE WITH CORDS AND EXTENSIONS TO AVOID ANY INJURIES WHILE IN USE.
• NEVER IMMERSE IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID THIS APPLIANCE, ITS ELECTRIC PLUG AND CORD.
• ALWAYS UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE AND LET IT COOL DOWN COMPLETELY BEFORE ANY CLEANING OPERATION.
• FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, WE RECOMMEND YOU NEVER LEAVE THE APPLIANCE IN A PLACE THAT IS EXPOSED TO HUMIDITY OR INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITION.
• NEVER USE APPLIANCE AS AN ADDITIONAL HEATING SOURCE.
  • DO NOT PUT THIS APPLIANCE ON TOP OF OTHERS.
• NEVER LEAVE APPLIANCE PLUGGED IN WHEN NOT IN USE.
• 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.

• THE SUPPLY CORD SHOULD BE REGULARLY EXAMINED FOR SIGNS OF DAMAGE AND THE APPLIANCE IS NOT TO BE USED IF THE CORD IS DAMAGED.

• NEVER PLUG THE APPLIANCE AND TOUCH THE THERMOSTAT WITH WET HANDS.

• NEVER USE THE APPLIANCE WITH BARE OR WET FEET.
• NEVER UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE BY PULLING THE POWER CABLE. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE FROM THE MAINS SOCKET.
• NEVER MOVE THE APPLIANCE WHEN IN USE.
• DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE CLOSE TO ANY FABRICS.
• NEVER USE THIS UNIT NEAR BATHTUB, SHOWER, WASHHAND BASINS OR OTHER CONTAINERS WITH WATER.
• NEVER USE THIS APPARATUS NEAR WATER PROJECTIONS.

DANGER OF BURNS!

• THE APPLIANCE MUST BE USED AND PLACED ON A FLAT, STABLE, HEAT AND WATER RESISTANT SURFACE.
• WHEN IN USE, THE SURFACES OF YOUR APPLIANCE CAN REACH VERY HIGH TEMPERATURES, WHICH MAY CAUSE BURNS. DO NOT TOUCH THE HOT SURFACES OF THE APPLIANCE.
• WHEN IN USE, ALWAYS THINK OF USING THE HANDLES.
• IN THE CASE OF SOME PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE OR FOODS DURING THE COOKING CATCH FIRE, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO EXTINGUISH IT WITH WATER. USE A DAMP CLOTH OR A BLANKET TO CHOKE THE FLAMES OR USE AN

EXTINGUISHER BY SPRAYING THE FOAMS TOWARDS THE OVEN AND ON THE SAME DIRECTION THAN THE WIND.

• DO NOT STORE ANY FLAMMABLE PRODUCTS CLOSE TO OR UNDER THE UNIT WHERE YOU PLACED THE OVEN. DO NOT PLACE AND USE THE OVEN CLOSE TO ANY FURNITURE WITH FABRICS, CURTAINS OR DRAPES.
• DO NOT PUT PAPER, CARDBOARD OR PLASTIC IN THE APPLIANCE AND DO NOT PLACE ANYTHING ON TOP (USTENSILS, RACKS, OBJECTS, ETC.).
• NEVER LEAVE THE APPLIANCE UNATTENDED WHEN IN USE AND UNTIL IT HAS COOLED DOWN (AROUND 1 HOUR).
• BEFORE ANY CLEANING OPERATION, WAIT UNTIL THE APPLIANCE IS COMPLETELY COOL DOWN AND HAS BEEN UNPLUGGED FOR AT LEAST 1 HOUR.
• DO NOT LIFT OR MOVE THE APPLIANCE WHEN IN USE TO AVOID BURNS.

STANDARDS

THESE APPLIANCES CONFORM TO DIRECTIVES 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC, DEEE 2002/96/CE, ROHS 2002/95/CE, CE 1935/2004.

DESCRIPTION

Labeled diagram of a portable grater with numbered parts for identification

1. Handles
2. Cooking plate
3. An sleep feet
4. Oil tray
5. Electric cable conncon
6. Thermostat dial

SET-UP AND USE

Before rst use

1. Place your appliance on a at and stable surface.
2. Remove any scker, protective foil or storage cover on your appliance
3. Plug your appliance into a earth socket.
4. Before the rts use, always heat up the appliance to burn the protective fat and to eliminate smells when you buy new appliances. Follow the below steps:

a. Turn the thermostat buon to maximum, let it heat up for 10 minutes
b. Air the room during this operaon
c. Let the appliance cool down before starng to clean the appliance with a damp cloth; you can use a sponge humidied with a dishwashing liquid.

NOTE: It is normal that strange odor comes out from the unit for the rst use. This will cease aer a short while.

Using your appliance

√ Unroll the power cord completely.
√ Insert the plug with thermostat into the appliance (cf "Assembly" below), make sure the thermostat is on its minimum posion and put the plug in an earthed power socket.

Assembling :

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√ Stand the appliance on a table or at surface.
√ Select the cooking temperature using the thermostat knob. The pilot light will come on, indicang that the appliance is heang.
√ Preheat the grill to reach the ideal cooking temperature. When the appliance reaches the desired temperature, the pilot light will go out. Now put the food onto the grilling surface.
√ The grilling mes vary according to the nature of the food and to your personal taste.
√ When grilling is nished switch o the grill and disconnect it.

NOTE: Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.

Some ps:

√ Frozen food should always be thawed before it is grilled.
√ To grill meat, put the thermostat in its maximum posion and preheat the grill. For other ingredients, choose the temperature accordingly.
√ Never scratch the special non-sck coang. Use a wooden spatula or a heat resistant plasc spatula.

Cleaning and maintenance

√ At the end of your cooking, check you have turn o the thermostat dial.
√ Unplug the appliance.
√ Always let the appliance to cool down for at least one hour before starng any cleaning operaon.
√ Wash the grill plate with a sponge humidied with a neutral pH dishwashing liquid, rinse it under clear water and dry it with clean cloth.
√ When cleaning, use a so cloth (or sponge) and neutral cleaner on the surfaces of the plancha.
√ Do not use a hard brush or any others cleaners to avoid scratching or damaging the plancha.
√ Never put the plancha under the water. However, should there be water on the electric conncon, wait unl the appliance is completely dry before using it anew.

WARNING: Always let your appliance unplugged and cool down for at least one hour before any cleaning operaon! Do not use any toxic, solvent, industrial or harsh cleaning products.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Model	PL1
Rated voltage	220V-240V ~50Hz/60Hz
Rated power input	2000W

ENVIRONMENT AND RECYCLING

For EU product versions and/or in case that it is requested in your country:

- The materials of which the packaging of this appliance consists are included in a collecon, classicaon and recycling system. Should you wish to dispose of them, use the appropriate public recycling bins for each type of material.

The product does not contain concentraons of substances that could be considered harmful to the environment

- The following informaon concerns the energy labeling and the ecological design:

This symbol means that in case you wish to dispose of the product once its working life has ended, take it to an authorized waste agent for the selective collecon of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE)

This appliance complies with Directive 2012/19/EC on Low Voltage and Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromagnec Compatibility.

Imported by Vestel France, 17 rue de la Couture – 94563 Rungis CEDEX

This manual instruction is also available on the following website:

http://pieces-detachees.sogedis.fr/