G791 - Grill plate BUFFALO - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric grill plate
Brand	Buffalo
Model	G791
Surface material	Stainless steel
Usable cooking surface	735 x 330 mm
Dimensions (H x W x D)	200 x 745 x 460 mm
Supply voltage	230 V / 50 Hz
Power	2900 W
Current	12.6 A
Temperature range	60 °C to 300 °C
Recommended cooking temperature	200-220 °C
Power indicator	Yes
Drip tray	Yes, removable
Controls	Adjustable thermostat
Safety	Do not immerse, unplug before cleaning, indoor use only
Maintenance	Clean with damp cloth, scrape after use, do not use steel wool
Included accessories	Drip tray, instruction manual
Intended use	Professional indoor use
Compliance	CE, WEEE
Repairs	Contact a Buffalo agent or qualified technician

Frequently Asked Questions - G791 BUFFALO

How to clean the G791 grill plate?

Allow the appliance to cool, unplug it, then clean the exterior with a damp cloth and warm soapy water. Scrape the cooking surface with a scraper or a copper brush to remove residue. Never use steel wool and do not immerse the appliance.

What is the ideal temperature for cooking food?

For ordinary cooking, set the thermostat between 200 °C and 220 °C. The total range is 60 °C to 300 °C.

What to do if the appliance does not heat up?

First check that the appliance is plugged in and turned on. If the power indicator does not light up, the bulb may be burnt out. If the appliance heats up but not to the set temperature, the thermostat may be faulty. In any case, contact a Buffalo agent or a qualified technician.

Can the grill plate be used outdoors?

No, this appliance is designed exclusively for indoor use.

How to maintain the drip tray?

Remove and empty the tray at least once a day. Wash it with warm soapy water. Never remove the tray during or immediately after use, as it contains hot liquids.

Should the surface be oiled before first use?

Yes, before first use, brush the surface with cooking oil, set the thermostat to 110 °C, let it heat up then wipe off the excess oil after cooling. This allows the surface to season.

What is the weight of the appliance?

The weight is not specified in the manual. Please contact Buffalo customer service for more details.

Are spare parts available?

For repairs, contact a Buffalo agent or a qualified technician. Only use original parts recommended by Buffalo.

Can I use a metal scraper?

Yes, you can use a scraper or a grill stone or a copper brush. Avoid steel wool which can leave shavings and contaminate food.

How to dispose of the appliance at end of life?

Do not dispose of the appliance with household waste. Take it to an approved recycling center in accordance with the WEEE directive.

USER MANUAL G791 BUFFALO

UK Table of Contents

Safety Tips 1

Product Description 1

Introduction 1

Pack Contents 1

Operation 2

Seasoning the Griddle Plate 2

Cooking 2

Cleaning, Care & Maintenance 3

1.2.3

Waste Tray 3

Troubleshooting 4

Technical Specifications 4

Electrical Wiring 5

Compliance 5

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Specifications techniques 14

Raccordement electrique. 15

Conformité 15

• Position on a flat, stable surface.
• A service agent/qualified technician should carry out installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any components on this product.

• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the following:

• Health and Safety at Work Legislation
  BS EN Codes of Practice

• Fire Precautions
• IEE Wiring Regulations
  Building Regulations

DO NOT immerse the appliance in water.
- Some surfaces become hot during operation - take care when using the appliance.
- Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the appliance when not in use.
- Not suitable for outdoor use.
This appliance must only be used in accordance with these instructions and by persons competent to do so.
- This appliance is not suitable for use by children.
- Keep all packaging away from children. Dispos of the packaging in accordance to the regulations of local authorities.
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a BUFFALO agent or a recommended qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.

Product Description

P108 - Counter Top Electric Griddle (Cast Iron plate. Cooking Area: 385mm x 280mm)
P109 - Counter Top Electric Griddle (Cast Iron plate. Cooking Area: 380mm x 385mm)
L515 - Counter Top Electric Griddle (Stainless Steel plate. Cooking Area: 500mm x 310mm)
G791 - Counter Top Electric Griddle (Stainless Steel plate. Cooking Area: 735mm x 330mm)

Introduction

Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation of this machine will provide the best possible performance from your BUFFALO product.

Pack Contents

The following is included:

• BUFFALO Griddle
• Waste Tray
• Instruction Manual

BUFFALO prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of packaging the contents are supplied fully functional and free of damage.

Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your BUFFALO dealer immediately.

Operation

Model featured: P108

Seasoning the Griddle Plate

Before using for the first time the cooking surface needs to seasoned.

1. Ensure the cooking surface is clean.
2. Brush the surface with cooking oil.
3. Set the thermostat to 110^ and turn the appliance On. The power indicator light turns on.
4. Once the appliance reaches temperature the power indicator light turns off.
5. Turn the appliance Off and allow to cool before wiping away any excess oil.
6. The appliance is now ready to use.

Cooking

1. Connect the appliance to the mains power supply.
2. Set the thermostat to the desired temperature (60^ - 300^) . The power indicator light comes on and the appliance begins to heat up.

Note: 200^ C to 220^ C is suitable for general cooking.

1. The power indicator light turns off when the appliance has reached the set temperature.

Note: BUFFALO recommend the cooking surface is lightly oiled before cooking.

1. Place the foodstuffs on the griddle plate and cook as required.

Cleaning, Care & Maintenance

If grease is permitted to accumulate, it will begin to carbonised into a hard substance that is extremely difficult to remove. To prevent this follow the cleaning steps below:

• Always turn Off the appliance and disconnect from the power supply before cleaning.
• Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning.
• Use warm, soapy water and a damp cloth to clean the exterior of the appliance.
  Take care when using scrapers to remove cooking residues as they can damage the cooking surface.
• Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
• A BUFFALO dealer or qualified technician should carry out repairs if required.

Scraping

After each use, scrape the appliance with a scraper/grill stone/copper brush or flexible spatula to remove excess fat and food. A waste tray is provided for the scrapings if necessary.

If there is an accumulation of burned fat or food, the cooking surface should be thoroughly scoured and re-seasoned.

NOTE: IT IS VITAL THAT THE COOKING SURFACE IS RE-SEASONED AFTER SCOURING.

WARNING: DO NOT USE STEEL WOOL AS IT MAY LEAVE SHARDS THAT COULD CONTAMinate FOOD.

Waste Tray

These appliances feature a waste tray to collect any liquid or fats that run off during cooking.

At least once a day, remove and empty the waste tray before washing with warm soapy water. Do not allow the tray to overfill or excess grease will run out of the overflow hole at the front of the tray.

WARNING: DO NOT remove the tray during or immediately after use as the contents will be hot.

Note: The waste tray for the L515/G791 slots inside the appliance.

Troubleshooting

If your BUFFALO appliance develops a fault, please check the following table before making a call to the Helpline.

Fault Probable Cause	Action
The appliance is not working	The appliance is not switched on	Check the appliance is plugged in correctly and switched on
	Plug and lead are damaged Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician
	Fuse in the plug has blown Replace the plug fuse
	Power supply Check power supply
	Internal wiring fault Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician
Appliance does not reach set temperature	Faulty thermostat Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician
	Faulty element Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician
Appliance heats up but indicator light does not come on	Bulb has expired Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician
Power indicator light comes on but appliance does not heat up	Faulty element Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician
	Faulty thermostat Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician
	Thermostat set incorrectly Check thermostat
Appliance slow to heat up Cooking surface	face not clean Clean cooking surface
	Faulty element Call BUFFALO agent or qualified technician
Surface flaking	Build up of carbonised food debris	Refer to Cleaning, Care and Maintenance section

Technical Specifications

Model	Voltage	Power	Current	Cooking Surface Dimensions w x d (mm)	Dimensions h x w x d (mm)	Weight (kg)
P108	230V 50Hz	1800W	8A	385 x 280	228 x 440 x 365	19.5
P109	230V 50Hz	2800W	12.2A	380 x 385	228 x 440 x 465	23
L515	230V 50Hz	2200W	9.6A	500 x 310	200 x 525 x 460	24.5
G791	230V 50Hz	2900W	12.6A	735 x 330	200 x 745 x 460	34.2

Electrical Wiring

This appliance is supplied with a 3 pin, moulded, BS1363 plug and lead, with a 13 amp fuse as standard.

The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket.

This appliance is wired as follows:

Live wire (coloured brown) to terminal marked L
- Neutral wire (coloured blue) to terminal marked N
- Earth wire (coloured green/yellow) to terminal marked E

This appliance must be earthed, using a dedicated earthing circuit.

If in doubt consult a qualified electrician.

Electrical isolation points must be kept clear of any obstructions. In the event of any emergency disconnection being required they must be readily accessible.

Compliance

The WEEE logo on this product or its documentation indicates that the product must not be disposed of as household waste. To help prevent possible harm to human health and/or the environment, the product must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For further information on how to dispose of this product correctly, contact the product supplier, or the local authority responsible for waste disposal in your area.

BUFFALO parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with regulatory standards and specifications set by international, independent, and federal authorities.

BUFFALO products have been approved to carry the following symbol:

All rights reserved. No part of these instructions may be produced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of BUFFALO.

Every effort is made to ensure all details are correct at the time of going to press, however, BUFFALO reserve the right to change specifications without notice.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• Conformiteitsverklaring • Déclaration de conformité • Konformitätserklärgung • Dichiarazione di conformità •

• Declaración de conformidad - Declaração de conformidade - Überensstämmlseförsakran
  Overensstemmelseserklaering • Konformitetserklaring • Selvitys vaatimustenmukaisuudesta •

Equipment Type • Uitrustingtype • Type d'équipement • Gerätotyp • Tipo di apparecchiatura • Tipo de equipo • Tipo de equipamento • Griddle Enhetystyp • Udstystrype • Type utstyr • Laitteen typpi:

Model · Modèle · Modell · Modello · Modelo:

EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
LVD Directive 2006/95/EC
WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC

EN 61000-6-3:2001, EN 61000-3-2:2000, EN 61000-3-3:1995/A1:2001, EN 61000-6-1:2001, EN 60335-2-38:2003 EN 60335-1:2002

BUFFALO

Fourth Way Avonmouth Bristol BS11 8TB United Kingdom

I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directive(s) and Standard(s).