BG 500C - Grill plate DELONGHI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BG 500C DELONGHI

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

• Read all instructions.
• Keep these instructions for future use.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against a risk of electric shock, do not immerse cord assembly or plug in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to an authorized service center for examination, repair or adjustment.
• Do not use outdoors.
  The use of accessory attachment not recommended by the appliance manufacturer might cause injuries.
• Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in heated oven.
  Always use the appliance on a dry, level surface.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot

liquids.

Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord in the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to "off", then remove plug from wall outlet.
- To use, plug cord into electrical outlet. To disconnect, grasp plug and remove from outlet.
- Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.
- Do not use grill for other intended use.
- This product is intended for household/ domestic use only and not for commercial or industrial use.

CAUTION: Use only DG KING WAY ENTERPRISE CO LTD., CAT. NO. HA-1CUL, thermal controller.

CAUTION: do not flip the appliance over until completely cool.

CAUTION: to reduce the risk of fire, cook only with the drip tray in place.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS

• A short power cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer, detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
  If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. If the appliance is provided with 3- wire, grounding type cord, the extension should be a GROUNDING TYPE 3-WIRE CORD. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter-top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.
• Your product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the

plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

DESCRIPTION (PAG. 3)

1. Double-sided Grill Plate with non-stick coating
2. Oil Drip Tray
3. Safety interlock
4. Base
5. Connector with indicator light

The unit can be used in two ways (Double-sided grill plate).

• The grilling plate with the grooved surface is suitable for the typical grilling of steaks, cutlets or the like.
  The frying plate with the smooth surface is used to fry shellfish, eggs, sliced vegetables or the like.

USE

Before first use

• Remove all packaging materials and any promotional labels from the cooking plate and the tray.
• Detach the connector and clean the cooking plate and base by washing with soap and water in a sink. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

Make sure the connector inlet on the plate is fully dry.
- Condition the cooking surface by applying a light coating of vegetable oil or use a non-stick cooking spray.

Wipe off excess oil.

Preparing the unit

• Set base on countertop. Put in the metal drip tray. Match the cooking plate to the base. The terminal / socket of the grill plate should be on the same side as the safety interlock.
• Do not use the appliance if it is not installed following the sequence as shown on page 3.

Switching the unit on

• Plug the connector fully into the terminal of the cooking plate (see figure). The connector cannot be plugged in completely unless the cooking plate is fitted properly to the base.

• Plug the power cord into the wall outlet.
• Adjust the temperature dial to maximum setting (sear). The indicator light will light on and will remain on till the preset temperature is reached. During cooking, the light will cycle on and off. This is normal.
• Be sure the temperature control dial is on "high" for best browning results and "sear" when barbecuing hamburgers, steaks, hot dogs, sausage, fish steaks, chicken breasts and other meat. Use "low" or "medium" setting to reheat previously cooked foods and when grilling more delicate foods with lower cooking temperature.

Switching the unit off

• Turn the temperature connector to "off" when cooking is completed.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and allow to cool before cleaning or removing any part.
• Hold the unit by the handles when turning it over.

Cooking times

Use the following table as a guideline for food amounts and cooking times. Recipe cooking times are estimated.

Cooking time will vary based on the temperature of the grill, the surrounding air, and the food itself.

The food to be cooked should always be at room temperature. Never put frozen food directly onto the cooking plate, it could become hard.

Watch food carefully and adjust the cooking time as necessary. Turn frequently for more even cooking.

GRILLING TIPS

• For best results, preheat the cooking plate before grilling.
• Tender slices of meat are generally more suitable for grilling. Somewhat tougher meat will become tender if it has been marinated overnight.
• To prevent scratching the cooking surface when turning over the food, always use a plastic or wooden spatula.

Fish and meat should be turned only once if possible. Repeated turning is unnecessary and dries out the food being cooked. Never cut foods on the plate surface.

• If cooking vegetables, fish, or lean meat, spray the cooking surface with a cooking spray or a light coating of vegetable oil.
• If cooking meat with any amount of fat, or if the food has been marinated, there is no need to treat the grill.
• Never cook meat too long otherwise it becomes tight.
• If the food being cooked sticks to the cooking plate, wipe down the cooking plate from time to time with a paper towel dipped in oil.

Note

• The first time you use the Grill it may have a slight odor and may smoke a bit. This is normal and common to appliances with nonstick surfaces.
• A plastic cleaning spatula can be used for cleaning the grilling plate and frying plate after you have finished cooking and the unit has cooled down completely (at least 30 minutes). Using the cleaning tool on a hot surface for too long will cause the plastic to melt.

CARE AND CLEANING

• When finished cooking, unplug from the outlet and allow the grill to cool completely before cleaning.

Never transport the unit when it is hot.

• Pull out the connector. If cleaning is necessary, wipe over unit with a slightly damp cloth. DO NOT IMMERSE THE CONNECTOR IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.
• Lift the cooking plate off the base and pour off any excess grease or liquid from the metal drip tray.

The cooking plate can be washed in the dishwasher. The drip tray and the plastic base must be cleaned by hand.

• Do not use steel wool pads or harsh, abrasive cleaners on the cooking surface as they may damage the nonstick coating. Never use a caustic oven cleaner as this will damage the cooking surface.
• To remove cooked on food, use a plastic spatula. Be sure to clean the handles after each use. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth or paper towel.
• The power cord assembly should not be immersed in water or placed in the dishwasher. To clean, wipe with a damp cloth.
• The appliance inlet must be carefully dried before the appliance is used again.

Disclaimer

updates to hardware components are made regularly.

Therefore some of the instructions, specifications and pictures in this documentation may differ slightly from your particular situation. All items described in this guide are for illustration purposes only and may not apply to your particular situation.

No legal right or entitlements may be obtained from the description made in this manual.

TABLE OF COOKING

Food Approx. Time (minutes) Doneness test
Steak 8 to 15 Until desired doneness
Bacon 4 to 8 Desired doneness
Pork chops, Boneless	15 to 20	Until no longer pink
Chicken pieces	25 to 30	Pierce with knife; juice run clear
1/2” thick Hamburgers	8 to 10 No pink meat
Sausage / patties	12 to 15	No pink meat
Hot dog	8 to 10 Hot through
Whole fish	8 to 10Opaque and flakes with fork
Fish fillets	10 per inch thickness	Opaque and flakes with fork

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	CAUSE SOLUTION
Cannot insert the connector to the cooking plate dock	- The oil drip tray is not fitted properly - The cooking plate is not filled properly	Follow the figure at page 3
The plate is not hot	- The plug is not inserted to the wall outlet - The connector is not fully insert to the dock - The temperature selector is on OFF	- Insert plug into wall outlet - See figure page 5 - Turn the thermostat knob to the desired temperature

This warranty applies to all products with De'Longhi or Kenwood brand names.

What does the warranty cover?

We warrant each appliance to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repair at our factory or authorized service center of any defective parts or part thereof, other than parts damaged in transit. In the event of a products replacement or return, the unit must be returned transportation prepaid. The repaired or replacement model will be returned at the company expense.

This warranty shall apply only if the appliance is used in accordance with the factory directions, which accompany it, and on an Alternating current ( AC ) circuit.

How long does the coverage last?

This warranty runs for one year (1) from the purchase date found on your receipt and applies only to the original purchaser for use.

What is not covered by the warranty?

The warranty does not cover defects or damage of the appliance, which result from repairs or alterations to the appliance outside our factory or authorized service centers, nor shall it apply to any appliance, which has been subject to abuse, misuse, negligence or accidents. Also, consequential and incidental damage resulting from the use of this product or arising out of any breach of contract or breach of this warranty are not recoverable under this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

How do you get service?

If repairs become necessary, see contact information below:

U.S. Residents: Please contact our toll free hotline at 1-800-322-3848 or log onto our website at www.delonghi.com

Residents of Canada: Please contact our toll free hotline at 1-888-335-6644 or log onto our website at www.delonghi.com

Residents of Mexico: Please contact our toll free number 01-800-711-8805 for assistance or log onto our website at www.delonghi.com

The above warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties and representations. All implied warranties are limited to the applicable warranty period set forth above. This limitation does not apply if you enter into an extended warranty with De'Longhi. Some states/countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions may not apply to you. De'Longhi does not authorize any other person or company to assume for it any liability in connection with the sale or use of its appliance.

How does country law apply?

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state/country to country.

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