00972 - Fondue, raclette and wok appliance Gourmetmaxx - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Gourmetmaxx
Model	00972
Product type	Fondue, raclette, and grill stone (grill) appliance
Power supply	220-240 V~, 50 Hz
Power	1600 W
Protection class	I / IP20
Main functions	Raclette, fondue (oil or cheese), grill stone
Temperature control	Adjustable thermostat with indicator light
Cooking plate material	Non-stick coating
Grill stone material	Natural stone
Fondue pot material	Steel with non-stick coating
Included accessories	Cooking plate, grill stone, fondue pot with glass lid, pot holder, pick crown, 6 fondue forks, 6 small raclette pans, 6 wooden spatulas
Number of raclette pans	6
Use	Household use only
Cleaning the appliance	Do not immerse. Wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use corrosive or abrasive cleaners.
Cleaning accessories	Small pans, forks and spatulas are dishwasher safe. Fondue pot and plate are hand washable.
Safety	Hot surfaces - use oven mitts. Unplug after use. Do not cover while operating.
After-sales service / Importer	DS Produkte GmbH, Am Heisterbusch 1, 19258 Gallin, Germany - Tel.: [phone]
Warranty	Legal 2-year warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - 00972 Gourmetmaxx

How to use the raclette function?

Preheat the appliance for 10 minutes with the thermostat at maximum. Fill the small pans with ingredients (cheese, vegetables, etc.) and place them under the heating elements. Use the wooden spatulas to stir or serve. Do not leave an empty pan on the appliance.

Can I make oil fondue?

Yes. Heat the frying oil in the fondue pot on your stove. Place the pot in the central holder of the raclette appliance. Use the forks to skewer pieces and dip them into the hot oil. Never fill the pot more than 2/3 full.

How to clean the appliance and accessories?

Let the appliance cool down completely. Unplug it. Never immerse the appliance in water. Wipe the plate, heating elements, and holder with a damp cloth. The small pans, forks and wooden spatulas can be washed in the dishwasher. The fondue pot and grill stone should be hand washed with hot water and a little dish soap. Dry all parts before storing.

What to do if the appliance does not heat up?

Check that the on/off switch is set to I and the thermostat is set to a sufficient temperature. Make sure the plug is fully inserted into a working outlet. Also check the mains fuse. If the problem persists, contact after-sales service.

Can I use metal utensils on the plate?

No. Only use wooden or heat-resistant plastic utensils, such as the provided wooden spatulas. Metal or sharp objects may damage the non-stick coating.

What temperature for fondue?

For oil fondue, heat the oil to about 180°C (check with a wooden skewer: small bubbles form). For cheese fondue, maintain a lower temperature after melting the cheese. The thermostat allows continuous temperature adjustment.

Is the appliance suitable for grilling (pierrade)?

Yes. Place the grill stone (grooved side up) in the central recess. Preheat it with the appliance. Place meat, fish, or vegetables on the stone and turn them until cooked. You can brush with oil to prevent sticking.

Can I use aluminum foil or plastic wrap?

No. Never place aluminum foil, plastic wrap, or any other object between the pan and the heating element. Do not use food wrapped in plastic on the appliance. This could cause a fire.

How to store the appliance after use?

Let the appliance cool down. Clean it and dry all parts. Store it in a dry place out of reach of children. Keep the instruction manual and accessories together.

Can children use this appliance?

Children aged 8 years and older may use the appliance under adult supervision, after being informed of the risks. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance must not be performed by children under 8 without supervision.

USER MANUAL 00972 Gourmetmaxx

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Safety Instructions 16

Device overview and scope of delivery ____ 19

Before Initial Use 21

Raclette 21

Fondue 23

Hot Stone 24

Cleaning and Storage 24

Troubleshooting 25

Technical data 25

Disposal 25

Explanation of Symbols

Safety instructions: Please read these carefully and comply with them in order to prevent personal injury and damage to property.

Warning of hot surfaces!

Supplementary information

Suitable for food use.

Dear Customer,

We are delighted that you have chosen this Raclette and Fondue Set.

Before using the device for the first time, please read the instructions through carefully and keep them for future reference. If the device is given to someone else, these instructions should also be handed over with it. The manufacturer and importer do not accept any liability if the information in these instructions is not complied with.

If you have any questions about the device and about spare parts/accessories, contact the customer service department via our website:

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Please note: The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual device.

Intended Use

• The device is designed for frying, grilling and toasting food. The fondue set is also suitable for preparing fondue with cheese or oil.
• This device is for personal use only and is not intended for commercial applications.
• The device must only be used as described in the operating instructions. Any other use is deemed to be improper. Incorrect operation and improper handling can lead to device malfunctions and user injuries.
• The following are excluded from the warranty: all defects caused by improper handling, damage or unauthorised attempts to repair. The same applies for normal wear.

Safety Instructions

This device may be used by children aged 8 and over and by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or a lack of experience and/or knowledge if they are supervised or have received instruction on how to use the device safely and have understood the dangers resulting from this.
■ Children must not play with the device.
- Cleaning and user maintenance may not be performed by children, unless they are older than 8 years of age and are supervised.
■ Children younger than 8 years of age and animals must be kept away from the device and the mains cable.

Warning of hot surfaces! The device will become very hot during use. Make absolutely sure that you do not come into contact with any heated parts during and after use of the device. Only touch the handles and the temperature controller while the device is in operation or immediately after it has been switched off.

We recommend that you wear oven gloves when handling the device.

• The device must always be disconnected from the mains power when it is left unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning the device.
• Do not make any changes to the device. Also do not replace the mains cable yourself. If the device, the mains cable or the plug of the device is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or customer service department or a similarly qualified person (e.g. specialist workshop) in order to avoid any hazards.
• The device is not designed to be operated with an external timer or a separate remote control system.
  ■ ATTENTION: Please note the cleaning instructions in the "Cleaning and Storage" chapter!

Dangers of Injury

• Keep the device and packaging material away from children and animals. There is a risk of injury and suffocation.
  ■ ATTENTION Danger of burns! Be careful when handling hot oil or hot cheese in the fondue pot! Never pour water into hot oil or water into other fatty substances!
  ■ Make sure that the fondue pot or the hot stone are placed securely in the recess which is provided for this purpose in the raclette grill plate.
  ■ Make sure that the connected mains cable does not present a trip hazard. The cable must not hang down from the surface on which the device is placed in order to prevent the device from being pulled down.
  ■ Always allow the device to cool down sufficiently before you clean it and/or store it away.

Danger of Electric Shock and Fire

■ Use the device only in closed rooms.

■ Always set up the device with a sufficient amount of clear space on all sides and clear space above it in order to prevent any build-up of heat.

The device should only be connected to a properly installed plug socket with safety contacts. The plug socket must also be readily accessible after connection so that the connection to the mains can quickly be isolated. The mains voltage must match the technical data of the device. Only use suitable extension cables whose technical data is the same as that of the device.

- Never immerse the device, mains cable or plug in water or other liquids and ensure that they cannot fall into water or become wet.

- Should the device fall into water, switch off the power supply immediately. Do not attempt to pull it out of the water while it is still connected to the mains power!

- Do not use the device if it has malfunctioned or been dropped in water. Have it checked in a specialist workshop before using it again.

- Never touch the device, mains cable or plug with wet hands when these components are connected to the mains power.

- Switch off the device and pull the mains plug out of the plug socket if an error occurs during operation or before a thunderstorm.

■ Always pull the plug and never the mains cable.

Always insert the receptacle for the fondue pot into the raclette grill plate before you place the fondue pot onto the raclette grill plate (see the “Raclette” and “Fondue” chapters). Without the receptacle, it is not possible to guarantee that the pot can be held in place securely.

- Do not use the device in rooms containing easily ignitable dust or poisonous and explosive fumes.

- Do not operate the device in a very damp environment or in the vicinity of combustible material.

- Do not cover the device during operation in order to prevent it from catching fire. Provide adequate ventilation while the device is in operation.

■ For the fondue, only use fats and oils which are suitable for frying.

■ ATTENTION Danger of fire! Make sure that foodstuffs containing oil and fats are not overheated so that they do not catch fire.
In the event of a fire:

- It is essential to remove the mains plug immediately.

• Hot fat / oil may catch fire if it is overheated. Do not extinguish burning fat / oil with water, but smother the flames with a fire blanket or similar cloth or extinguish a fat fire with a fire extinguisher which is capable of extinguishing fires involving cooking fat!
• Do NOT use water to extinguish the fire as the steam can pose an additional risk of scalding.

- Dispose of the device.

• Do not place any combustible materials, such as cardboard, plastic, paper or candles, on or in the device.
• Do not place food that is wrapped in cling film or plastic bags in or on the device.
• Never place aluminium foil or other objects between the fondue pot and the heating element.
  ■ Make sure that the heating element does not come into contact with any other objects.
  Food that is too large, metal foil packaging, or utensils may not be placed on the raclette device or into the little raclette pans because they may cause fire or an electric shock.

■ Never use the raclette as a device for heating a room!

■ Always check the device for damage before putting it into operation. Only use it if the device, mains cable and plug have no signs of damage!

Avoiding Damage to Material, Property and the Device

■ Always place the device on a dry, flat and firm surface that is not sensitive to heat.
The little raclette pans will become very hot during use! Only place the little raclette pans down on heat-resistant surfaces.
In order to prepare your fondue, only heat up the fondue pot on an electric or glass ceramic cooker. Do not use other sources of heat like ovens to heat up the fondue pot. The pot is not suitable for induction cookers! Make sure you wear oven gloves when transferring hot substances!
- Maintain sufficient clearance from other sources of heat such as hotplates or stoves and to gas sources in order to avoid damage to the device.
- Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, strong temperature fluctuations, direct sunlight or moisture.

■ The device must not be moved during operation.
- Do not drop the device or allow it to be knocked violently.
- Do not pull or carry the device by the mains cable.

■ Make sure that the mains cable is not squashed, bent or laid over sharp edges and does not come into contact with hot surfaces.

- Only the accessory parts supplied by the manufacturer should be used. If accessory parts which are not authorised by the manufacturer are used, all warranty and guarantee claims are void.

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■ Only use heat-resistant utensils to place and remove the food. Keep metal objects or other sharp objects away from the device. These objects could damage the surfaces of the plates.
■ Never spray cold water onto the hot parts of the device during or directly after use. This could damage the raclette device, the non-stick coating and in particular the hot stone!
- Do not use any caustic or abrasive cleaning agents to clean the device. These can damage the surface.
- Keep the device in a dry place at temperatures of between 0 and 40 °C.

Notes on Hygiene

The device should be cleaned before you use it for the first time. It is possible that production residues may still be adhering to the surfaces. It is essential that you follow the cleaning instructions in the "Before Initial Use" chapter.
- Clean the device after each use to prevent germ formation (see the “Cleaning and Storage” chapter).
- Keep the device clean.

Device overview and scope of delivery

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1 Raclette grill plate

2 Tray for little raclette pans

3 On/Off switch

4 Temperature controller

5 Carrying handle

6 Hot stone

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- Mains cable with plug

Accessories

Fondue Set

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Fondue Forks

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Little Raclette Pans

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Wooden Spatulas

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7 Fondue pot
8 Receptacle for fondue pot
9 Glass lid
10 Ring for depositing fondue forks

Before Initial Use

ATTENTION!

- Keep the packaging away from children and pets. There is a danger of suffocation!

1. Unpack all parts and check the items supplied for transport damage. If you find any damage to the components, do not use them (!), but contact the customer service.
2. Manufacturing residues may still be adhering to the surface of the device. To prevent any health hazards, clean the raclette grill plate, the hot stone, the little raclette pans, the wooden spatulas, the fondue pot and the fondue forks thoroughly before you first use them (see the “Cleaning and Storage” chapter).
3. You should perform the initial start-up without any food since odours or smoke may develop due to coating residues that may still be present. Allow the device to heat up for approximately 15 minutes without any food and without little raclette pans. During this time, make sure the room is well ventilated, e.g. with wide-open windows! Please also note the instructions in the "Raclette" chapter.

Raclette

ATTENTION!

• Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation while the device is in operation.
• Ensure that the food you wish to prepare does not touch the heating elements inside the device.
• Danger of burns! The raclette device will become very hot during use and afterwards! When setting up the raclette device, ensure that you select a location with enough clearance all round the device.
  ■ Always place the hot stone into the recess in the middle of the raclette plate if you do not wish to use the fondue set. This will prevent any fats and liquids from being able to drip onto the heating elements.
  ■ Always insert the receptacle for the fondue pot into the raclette grill plate before you place the fondue pot onto the raclette grill plate. Without the receptacle, it is not possible to guarantee that the pot can be held in place securely.
• Be careful when taking out the little raclette pans or fondue forks in order to prevent burns.
• Keep sharp or pointy objects away from the surface of the little raclette pans and the raclette grill plate. Such objects could damage the coating! You should therefore use the wooden spatulas which are supplied or other kitchen utensils made from wood or heat-resistant plastic.
  We recommend that you only season the ingredients after you have prepared them on the raclette device as the herbs and spices can burn if they get too hot and this may cause smoke to be produced.

• Do not leave any empty little pans sitting on the raclette plate of the heated device.

• Place the raclette device on a stable, heat-resistant surface which is easy to clean.

• Connect the device to a mains socket that has been properly installed. Ensure that it is not possible for others to trip over the connected cable.

• If you have not already done so, position the raclette grill plate correctly on the raclette device.

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1. If you do not wish to use the fondue set, place the hot stone into the recess in the middle of the raclette grill plate. Make sure that the smooth side of the stone with the groove is facing upwards. To this end, follow the instructions in the "Hot Stone" chapter.

If you wish to use the fondue set, leave the recess in the middle of the grill plate clear during the heating-up phase.

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1. Allow the raclette device to heat up for approximately 10 minutes without any little raclette pans or the fondue pot before you use it. To do this, move the On/Off switch to the I position to switch on the device.

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1. Set the temperature controller to the highest setting for 10 minutes. The On/Off switch and the control lamp on the temperature controller will light up when the device is switched on.

2. In the meantime, prepare the ingredients for your raclette. When filling up the little raclette pans, take care to ensure that the food does not touch the heating elements of the raclette device.

3. Insert the receptacle for the fondue pot into the recess in the middle of the raclette grill plate and place the fondue pot into the receptacle if you wish to use the fondue set. When you do this, follow the instructions in the "Fondue" chapter.

4. As soon as the device has heated up, you can set the temperature to reflect your preferences. You can now place the filled little raclette pans for baking into the tray for the little raclette pans underneath the heating elements and grill vegetables or meat on the raclette grill plate.

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1. You can use the wooden spatulas which are supplied to move the food in the little raclette pans or on the raclette grill plate or scoop the cheese out of the little raclette pans.

2. After you have removed the little raclette pans from the raclette device, only place them on a heat-resistant surface. Allow the little raclette pans to cool down before you put any new ingredients in them.

3. If you no longer wish to use the device, switch it off by turning the On/Off switch to the 0 position. The On/Off switch and the control lamp on the temperature controller will go out when the device is switched off. Then remove the plug from the mains socket.

4. Allow the device to cool down and then clean it (see the “Cleaning and Storage” chapter). Do not allow any food residues to dry on.

Fondue

ATTENTION!

• Danger of injury! Oil/fat or cheese will become very hot during the fondue! Handle the pot with care when it contains hot food. Make sure that the pot is not knocked over. Wear oven gloves when you handle the fondue pot.
  ■ Always insert the receptacle for the fondue pot into the raclette grill plate before you place the fondue pot onto the raclette grill plate. Without the receptacle, it is not possible to guarantee that the pot can be held in place securely.
• Fats and oils may catch fire if they are overheated. Please take care when handling fats and oils. Never pour water into hot fat or hot oil!
  For the fondue, only use fats and oils which are suitable for frying.
  ■ Make sure that the food which you want to cook in the fondue pot is not too moist to prevent the fat/oil from bubbling over.
  ■ Used cooking oils and cooking fats are not to be poured down the drain. Dispose of the cooking fat and cooking oil in the domestic waste.
• Do not overfill the fondue pot. The pot should never be more than up to 2/3 full in order to prevent the risk of spitting or bubbling over.
  In order to prepare your fondue, only heat up the fondue pot on an electric or glass ceramic cooker. Do not use other sources of heat like ovens to heat up the fondue pot. The pot is not suitable for induction cookers! Make sure you wear oven gloves when transferring hot substances!

- Prepare the raclette device in the manner described in the "Raclette" chapter.

Fondue With Oil

1. Heat up frying oil or frying fat in a the fondue pot on the stove (electric or glass ceramic cooker).
2. Check whether your oil/fat has reached the right temperature by dipping a wooden chopstick into the oil/fat. If no little bubbles form on the wooden chopstick, the oil/fat is at the right temperature.
3. Place the ring for depositing the fondue forks onto the fondue pot.

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1. Insert the receptacle for the fondue pot into the recess in the middle of the raclette grill plate and place the fondue pot into the receptacle if you wish to use the fondue set. When you do this, follow the instructions in the "Fondue" chapter.
2. Now skewer vegetables or meat onto your fondue forks and place them into the hot oil/fat until they are cooked.

You should also try some food in breadcrumbs or pastry!

Fondue With Cheese

1. Prepare your cheese fondue to a recipe in the fondue pot.

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1. Insert the receptacle for the fondue pot into the recess in the middle of the raclette grill plate and place the fondue pot into the receptacle if you wish to use the fondue set. When you do this, follow the instructions in the "Fondue" chapter.
2. Skewer bread or pieces of vegetables onto the fondue forks and dip them into the cheese fondue.

Hot Stone

ATTENTION!

■ Danger of injury! The stone will become very hot during use!
Before you first use the hot stone, rub some heat-resistant cooking oil into it.
We recommend that you only season the ingredients after you have prepared them on the raclette device as the herbs and spices can burn if they get too hot and this may cause smoke to be produced.

1. Prepare the raclette device in the manner described in the "Raclette" chapter.
2. Place the hot stone into the recess in the middle of the raclette grill plate and allow it to heat up. Make sure that the stone is placed in the recess with the smooth side with the groove in it facing upwards.
3. Place meat or vegetables onto the hot stone and turn the food from time to time until it is cooked.
4. If necessary, use a brush to dab some oil onto the hot stone so that the food does not become stuck to it.

Cleaning and Storage

ATTENTION!

• Danger of scalding from hot device parts! Allow the device to cool down before cleaning it.
• Danger to life due to electrocution! Remove the plug from the mains socket before cleaning the device. Never immerse the raclette device, the mains cable or the plug in water. Never clean the raclette device in the dishwasher.

- Do not spray cleaning agents directly onto the device.

- Do not use corrosive or abrasive cleaning agents to clean the device. These could damage the surface. Do not use metal objects.

- After each use, remove all food residues and rinse the raclette grill plate, the hot stone, the little raclette pans, the wooden spatulas, the fondue pot and the fondue forks with a mild cleaning agent and hot water. You can also clean the little raclette pans, the fondue forks and the wooden spatulas in the dishwasher.

• If you want to clean the tray for the little raclette pans and the heating elements, wipe them with a clean damp cloth.
• Allow all parts to dry completely before you store the device in a clean and dry place that is out of the reach of children.

Troubleshooting

If the device stops working properly, first check whether you are able to correct the problem yourself.

Do not carry out any repairs to the device, the connecting cable or the mains plug yourself!

Problem Possible cause	/ solution
The device does not work.	Is the On/Off switch at position 0?Is the plug inserted in the mains socket correctly?Is the mains socket defective? Try another mains socket.Check the fuse of your mains connection.
The food does not cook.	Is the temperature set too low?Turn the temperature controller to a higher temperature setting.
The food quickly starts to burn.	Is the temperature set too high?Turn the temperature controller to a lower temperature setting.

Technical data

Article number: Z 00972

Model number: 6K114C0

Voltage supply: 220 -2 40 V\~ 50 Hz

Output: 1600 W

Protection class: I/IP 20

Customer service / Importer:

DS Produkte GmbH

Am Heisterbusch 1

19258 Gallin

Germany

Tel.: [phone]

(Calls to German landlines are subject to charges. The cost varies depending on the service provider.)

Disposal

The packaging can be recycled. Please dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner and take it to a recycling centre.

Dispose of the device in an environmentally friendly manner. Dispose of it at a recycling centre for used electrical and electronic devices.

You can obtain more information from your local authorities.

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