Z 05497 - Grill plate Gourmetmaxx - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Gourmetmaxx
Model	Z 05497
Product type	Raclette appliance with fondue set and stone grill
Model number	XJ-6K114CO
Power supply	230 V ~ 50 Hz
Power	1600 W
Protection class	I
Weight (approx.)	3.2 kg
Dimensions (approx.)	42 x 28 x 16 cm
Control type	Rotary thermostat with on/off switch
Functions	Raclette, fondue (oil and cheese), stone grill (stone grill), roasting, grilling, gratinating
Included accessories	Cooking plate, stone grill, 8 small pans, 8 wooden spatulas, fondue pot with glass lid and support ring, 8 fondue forks
Plate material	Non-stick coating
Stone grill material	Natural stone
Cleaning	Pans, forks and spatulas are dishwasher safe; plate, stone grill and appliance hand wash; do not immerse appliance
Safety instructions	Do not use near flammable materials, do not leave unattended, risk of burns, do not touch hot surfaces
Use	Indoor, household use only
Manufacturer	DS Produkte GmbH, Am Heisterbusch 1, 19258 Gallin, Germany
Customer service	Tel. [phone] (charges apply)

Frequently Asked Questions - Z 05497 Gourmetmaxx

How to use the raclette function?

Preheat the appliance for about 10 minutes without the pans, thermostat at maximum. Fill the small pans with ingredients (cheese, vegetables, etc.), place them under the heating elements and let them gratin. Use the wooden spatulas to stir.

How to prepare an oil fondue?

Heat the frying oil in the fondue pot on an electric or ceramic hob. Check the temperature with a wooden stick (bubbles form). Place the pot in the recess in the center of the raclette plate, skewer the food and dip it into the hot oil.

Does the stone grill need preheating?

Yes, place the stone grill (grooved side up) in the central recess of the cooking plate and preheat it with the appliance for about 10 minutes before placing the food on it.

Can I clean the pans in the dishwasher?

Yes, the small raclette pans, fondue forks and wooden spatulas can be washed in the dishwasher. The cooking plate, stone grill and fondue pot should be hand washed with hot water and dish soap.

What to do if the appliance does not heat up?

Check that the switch is in position 1, the plug is properly inserted and the socket works (try another socket). Check the mains fuse. If the problem persists, contact customer service.

What is the power of the appliance?

The appliance has a power of 1600 W at a voltage of 230 V (50 Hz). It is protection class I.

Can I use the appliance on an induction hob?

No, the fondue pot is not suitable for induction hobs. It can be heated on an electric or ceramic hob, but not in the oven or on other heat sources.

How to avoid burns?

Do not touch hot surfaces during and after use. Use kitchen gloves to handle the fondue pot. Do not move the appliance while it is operating and ensure children do not approach it.

What oil to use for fondue?

Use only frying fats and oils (e.g., sunflower or peanut oil). Do not fill the pot beyond 2/3 to avoid splashes.

Where to find spare parts?

Contact DS Produkte GmbH (Germany) customer service at [phone] or via their website for spare parts and accessories.

USER MANUAL Z 05497 Gourmetmaxx

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Instruction manual

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Safety Instructions 17

Items Supplied 20

Device Overview 21

Accessories 21

Before Initial Use 22

Using the Raclette 22

Fondue 24

Hot Stone 25

Cleaning 26

Troubleshooting 26

Technical Data 27

Disposal 27

Explanation of Symbols

Safety instructions:

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

Supplementary information

Suitable for use with food.

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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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.
• The device is not designed to be operated with an external timer or a separate remote control system.
• 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.

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• This device should not be used by people (including children) with impaired sensory or mental faculties or who do not have adequate experience and/or knowledge of such devices, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety, or have received instructions from such a person on how to use the device. Children must be supervised in order to ensure that they do not play with the device.
• 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

For Your Health

• There may still be some production residues on the device. To prevent any health hazards, clean the raclette grill plate, the little raclette pans, the wooden spatulas, the fondue pot and the fondue forks thoroughly before you first use them (see the "Cleaning" chapter) and heat up the device for 15 minutes without any food (see the "Before Initial Use" chapter).
• Clean the device before and after each use and keep it clean.
• Only prepare food that is suitable for cooking and eating.

The Correct Set-up of the Device

• Please keep children and pets out of the reach of the packaging and the device. There is a danger of injury and suffocation!
• The device should only be used in closed rooms.
• Always place the device on a dry, flat, firm, heat-resistant surface with sufficient clearance on all sides.
• Maintain sufficient clearance from other sources of heat such as hotplates or stoves in order to avoid damage to the device.
• In order to prevent electric shocks, place the device in a location in which the raclette device, the mains cable and the plug cannot come into contact with water or other liquids. Should the device fall into water, switch off the power supply immediately.

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• The device should never be set up or used in the vicinity of easily flammable materials (curtains, textiles etc.).
• Never operate the raclette on a stovetop or close to a gas source.
• The device should only be connected to a properly installed socket with earthing contacts. The socket must also be readily accessible after connection. The mains voltage must be the same as that stated in the technical data of the device. Only use suitable extension cables whose technical data is the same as that of the device.
• Ensure that it is not possible for others to trip over the connected mains cable. The mains cable must not hang down from the place of use to prevent the device from being pulled down. Never pull the mains cable to move the device.
• Position the cable in such a way that it does not become squashed or bent and does not come into contact with hot surfaces.
• Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, strong temperature fluctuations, direct sunlight or moisture.
• Do not drop the device or allow it to be knocked violently.
• Make sure that the fondue pot and the hot stone are placed securely in the recess which is provided for this purpose in the raclette plate.
• Keep the device in a dry place at temperatures of between 0 and 40 °C.

The Proper Use of the Device

• Danger of fire! Do not use the device if highly flammable gases are present in the air.
• Danger of fire! Make sure that foodstuffs containing oil and fats are not overheated so that they do not catch fire.
• Always check the device for damage before putting it into operation. If the device, cable or plug shows visible signs of damage, the device must not be used. Do not use the device if it has malfunctioned or been dropped. Have it checked by an authorised customer service provider.
• Never try to repair an electrical device yourself; contact your nearest customer service centre/specialist dealer to ensure your own safety. In the event of damage, please contact the customer service.

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• 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.
• Never leave the device unsupervised during operation!
• Make sure that children cannot play with the device. In case of use in the vicinity of children, make sure that children touch neither the device nor the mains cable.
• CAUTION: Danger of burns! The raclette device, the hot stone, the little raclette pans, the fondue forks and the fondue pot will become very hot during use. Please make sure that while and after using the raclette device you do not come into contact with heated parts. Only touch the handles and the temperature controller while the raclette device is in use or immediately after it has been switched off. Wear oven gloves when moving the fondue pot. Only transport, clean or put away the raclette device, the hot stone, the little raclette pans, the fondue forks and the fondue pot when they have completely cooled down.
• CAUTION: 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!
• 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.
• Never use the raclette as a device for heating a room!
• Do not place any combustible materials (e.g. cardboard, plastic, paper or candles) on or under the grill plate.
• The little raclette pans will become very hot during use! Only place the little raclette pans down on heat-resistant surfaces.
• 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!
• 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!

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- 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 "Using the Raclette" and "Fondue" chapters). Without the receptacle, it is not possible to guarantee that the pot can be held in place securely.

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

- Remove the mains plug from the mains socket - if you are not using the device, - if a fault occurs during operation, - before a thunderstorm, - before you clean it.

• When you want to remove the mains plug from the socket, always pull the plug and not the cable.
• Never touch the device, cable or plug with wet hands.
• 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.
• Do not cover the device to prevent the risk of fire.
• The raclette device may not be moved during operation.
• Use heat-resistant utensils to place and remove the food.
• Do not place food that is still wrapped in cling film or plastic bags on the raclette grill plate or the hot stone.

Items Supplied

• Raclette device
• Raclette grill plate
• Hot stone
• Little raclette pans
• Wooden spatulas
• Fondue pot with glass lid and ring for depositing fondue forks
• Fondue forks

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Device Overview

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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

Accessories

Fondue Set

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

Fondue Forks

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Little Raclette Pans

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Wooden Spatulas

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Before Initial Use

CAUTION!

- 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" 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 "Using the Raclette" chapter.

Using the Raclette

CAUTION!

• 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.

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• 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.

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.
2. 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 1 position to switch on the device.
3. 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.
4. In the meantime, prepare the ingredients for your raclette. When fi lling up the little raclette pans, take care to ensure that the food does not touch the heating elements of the raclette device.

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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. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Allow the device to cool down and then clean it (see the "Cleaning" chapter). Do not allow any food residues to dry on.

Fondue

CAUTION!

• 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.

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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

CAUTION!

• 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.

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

• 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.
• Place meat or vegetables onto the hot stone and turn the food from time to time until it is cooked.
• If necessary, use a brush to dab some oil onto the hot stone so that the food does not become stuck to it.

Cleaning

CAUTION!

• 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 should stop working properly, first check whether you are able to correct the problem yourself. Otherwise, contact the customer service.

Do not try to repair a faulty device 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.

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Technical Data

Article number: Z 05497

Model number: XJ-6K114CO

Voltage supply: 230 V\~50 Hz

Output: 1600 W

Protection class: I

Customer Service / Importer:

DS Produkte GmbH

Am Heisterbusch 1

19258 Gallin

Germany

Tel.: [phone]

(Calls subject to a charge.)

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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