4521FL - Grill plate Flama - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Flama
Model	4521FL
Product type	Electric grill plate
Power supply	230 V ~ 50 Hz, 10 A (minimum circuit breaker)
Main functions	Double-sided grill, adjustable thermostat (Min-Max), 180° opening, lock/unlock lever, removable fat collection tray, vertical storage
Plate coating	Non-stick
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with soft cloth, warm water and mild detergent; do not immerse, do not wash in dishwasher; grease tray washable with soapy water
Safety	Hot surface (caution burns), disconnect after use, do not use with charcoal, do not cover during operation, do not use metal utensils on plates, supervision required with children
Spare parts and repairability	Flama approved after-sales service; do not disassemble yourself; power cable replaceable only by a professional
General information	Domestic and indoor use; 28-page manual; 36-month warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - 4521FL Flama

How to use the Flama 4521FL electric grill plate for the first time?

Remove all labels, clean the plates with a soft cloth and a little warm water, then dry them. Lightly grease the plates with cooking oil. Plug in the appliance, set the thermostat to Max and let it preheat for 5 to 7 minutes. A slight smoke may appear during first use, this is normal.

Why does my appliance emit smoke during first use?

It is a normal phenomenon due to the burning of manufacturing residues. The smoke disappears after a few minutes of operation. Make sure the appliance is in a well-ventilated area.

Which utensils can I use on the non-stick plates?

Use only wood or heat-resistant plastic utensils. Never use metal utensils (knives, metal tongs) as they may irreparably damage the non-stick coating.

Can I cook frozen food on the Flama 4521FL grill?

No, all food must be completely thawed before cooking. Do not use this product to cook or thaw frozen food.

How to clean the grill plates after use?

Unplug the appliance and let it cool down. Clean the plates with a soft cloth, a non-abrasive sponge or paper towel with a little warm water and detergent. Never immerse the appliance in water and do not put it in the dishwasher.

How to clean the fat collection tray?

Remove the tray after each use, empty it and wash it with hot water and soap. Avoid abrasive sponges. Rinse, dry with a soft cloth and put it back in place.

Can I store the grill vertically?

Yes, the grill can be stored vertically. Make sure it is unplugged, cool and dry before storing.

What to do if the power cord is damaged?

Do not use the appliance. The cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service or similar qualified personnel to avoid any hazard.

How to adjust the cooking temperature?

Use the thermostat knob to select between Min and Max positions. For quick preheating, first turn to Max, then adjust as needed. The operating light turns off when the temperature is reached.

What is the warranty period for the Flama 4521FL grill?

The warranty is 36 months from the date of purchase. It covers material or manufacturing defects under normal use. Keep the proof of purchase.

USER MANUAL 4521FL Flama

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4521FL

PT GRELHADOR DE PLACAS 1

ES GRILL DE CONTACTO 7

EN CONTACT GRILL 13

FR GRILLE-VIANDE

FLAMA 2 7 3 6 5 4 8 1

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GRELHADOR DE PLACAS

INSTRUÇÕES DE SEGURANÇA

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Please read these instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time and keep them for future reference.

FLAMA shall not be liable for any use that is not in accordance with the instructions.

Please check that the supply voltage of your home electrical system corresponds to the voltage on the appliance's rating plate.

This appliance must be connected to an earthed socket.

Please check that the circuit breaker to which the appliance will be connected is at least 10A.

This appliance was designed for household, indoor use only.

This appliance is intended for households and similar uses, such as:

- Staff kitchen areas in stores, workshops and other working environments;

- Cottages;

- Guests of hotels, motels and other residential environments;

- Hotel room-type environments.

This appliance may be used by children aged 8 and over and persons with physical, sensory or mental disabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have received supervision or instruction concerning the safe use of the appliance and understand the risks involved.

Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

The appliance is not intended to be operated using an external timer or separate remote control system.

Before switching on the appliance, please make sure you place it on a flat, stable and horizontal surface.

The cleaning and maintenance of the appliance must not be

carried out by children unless they are over 8 years old and supervised.

Keep the appliance and its power cord out of the reach of children under the age of 8, when it is switched on or cooling down.

Warning - Temperatures of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is switched on.

Please disconnect the appliance from the power supply by removing the plug from the fixed power socket after each use and when cleaning. Please allow it to cool down before carrying out with any cleaning or storage operations.

Do not use the appliance if it is not working properly, or if it is in any way damaged. Any intervention other than cleaning must be carried out by an Authorized FLAMA Technical Assistance Service.

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service or similarly qualified personnel in order to avoid a hazard.

The appliance must never be used near flammable or combustible materials.

Never leave the appliance unattended.

Do not cover the appliance while it is switched on.

Do not disassemble the appliance.

The appliance must only be used for cooking food. Using it for other purposes may cause irreparable damage.

Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid. WARNING: Charcoal or other fuels should not be used with this appliance.

This product complies with the Low-Voltage and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives.

This instruction manual is also available in PDF format at www.flama.pt.

DESCRIPTION

1. Lock/elevation lever
2. 180° release button
3. Nonstick plates
4. Power indicator light
5. Operating indicator light
6. Thermostat control
7. Handle
8. Fat collection tray

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before first use

Remove all labels, stickers and tags, except for the technical information label.

Clean the appliance according to the directions in the “Cleaning and maintenance” section.

Do not submerge the appliance in water and do not pour water directly onto the appliance.

For best results, lightly grease the nonstick plates with a little cooking oil.

Warning: do not use this product to cook or defrost frozen foods. All foods should be completely defrosted before cooking them with this product.

Note - during the first minutes of operation (on the first use only), the appliance may produce some smoke that will disappear right away. This is normal and does not affect the safety or operation of the appliance.

Use

Fully unwind the power cable.

Place the appliance on a flat and horizontal surface, such that the power cable is not stretched out.

Lightly grease the nonstick plates with cooking oil.

Plug the power cable into the electrical socket. If using an extension cable, make sure it is grounded. The power indicator light will turn on, indicating that the appliance is connected to the electrical current.

Rotate the thermostat control knob between the Min and Max position, depending on the food to be cooked. The operating indicator light will turn on.

Unlock the plates by moving the lock/elevation lever to the unlocked position.

Warning: the nonstick plates and appliance surfaces can heat up during appliance operation. To prevent the risk of burns, only touch the appliance by its handle.

Allow the nonstick plates to preheat for 5 to 7 minutes. The operating indicator light will turn off, indicating that the appliance is ready to cook.

Use the handle to lift the upper plate. Place the foods on the lower plate using, if necessary, a wooden or heat-resistant plastic utensil.

Warning: do not use metal utensils on the nonstick plates, as this may irreparably damage the nonstick coating.

Use the handle to lower the upper nonstick plate.

Note - the operating indicator light may turn on and off during cooking, which is normal and does not affect the operation of the appliance.

Important - always remove foods with the help of a plastic or wooden spatula. Never use metallic tongs or knives, as these may cause irreparable damage to the nonstick coating of the plates.

Using the grill in the closed position (fig. 1)

Adjust the thermostat control (6) to the desired temperature. To start, turn it to the Max position, later adjusting it to your preference.

Unlock the upper plate.

Prepare hamburgers, boneless pieces of meat and thin cuts of meat or other foods and place them on the lower plate, using the handle to lift the upper plate.

Close the grill. The upper plate has a floating hinge that is designed to apply even pressure to the foods. The upper plate should be completely lowered to leave grill marks on the foods.

When the foods are cooked, use the handle to open the grill.

Using the grill in the parallel plate position (fig. 2)

Adjust the thermostat control to the desired temperature. To start, turn it to the Max position, later adjusting it to your preference.

Unlock the upper plate.

Prepare the foods and place them on the lower plate, using the handle to lift the upper plate.

Slide the lock/elevation lever back and close the grill.

In this position, the lock/elevation lever prevents the upper plate from pressing down on the foods.

Using the grill in the open position (figs. 3 and 4)

Adjust the thermostat control (6) to the desired temperature. To start, turn it to the Max position, later adjusting it to your preference.

Unlock the upper plate.

Use the handle to lift the upper plate and press the 180^ release button to unlock the upper plate and allow the grill to open completely.

Prepare the foods and place them on the plates.

Note - some foods release more liquids than others. Pay attention, as some liquids may drip outside the fat collection tray.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Always unplug the grill and let it cool before cleaning it. The grill is easier to clean when it is slightly warm, but take care not to burn yourself.

The grill does not need to be disassembled for cleaning.

Never submerge the grill in water or put it in the dishwasher.

Clean the plates with a soft cloth to remove food residue. You may squeeze a little bit of warm water mixed with detergent or place a damp paper towel on the plates to moisten the residues. Clean with a non-abrasive sponge, cloth or paper towel.

Never use abrasive products that may scratch or damage the nonstick coating.

Do not use metal utensils to remove the foods, as these may damage the nonstick surface.

Only use a damp cloth to clean the exterior of the grill. Do not clean the exterior with abrasive sponges or steel wool, as these will damage the finish. Do not submerge in water or any other liquid.

Do not wash in the dishwasher.

Cleaning the fat collection tray (fig. 5)

Remove and empty the fat collection tray (8) after each use and wash with warm water and detergent. Avoid using scrub pads or aggressive detergents as these can damage the surface.

Rinse and dry well with a clean, soft cloth and return to its original position.

Storing the grill (fig. 6)

The grill may be stored vertically.

Always unplug the grill before storing it.

Always make sure the grill is cool and dry before storing it.

ANOMALIES AND REPAIR

In case of malfunction, please take the appliance to an authorized Technical Assistance Service. Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the appliance, as this may be dangerous.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

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This symbol indicates the separate collection of electrical and electronic equipment.

The main objective of the separate collection of this waste is to reduce the quantity to be disposed of, promote re-use, recycling and other forms of recovery in order to reduce its negative effects on the environment.

When it is no longer in use, this appliance must not be disposed of together with other unsorted municipal waste.

The user is responsible for delivering it free of charge to the selective collection facilities available for that purpose.

Pieces of equipment that are no longer in use can also be taken back at points of sale, by purchasing new pieces of equipment that are equivalent and have the same functions.

For more detailed information on collection points, please contact your City Council or a point of sale for this equipment.

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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ

DYSFONCTIONNEMENTS ET RÉPARATIONS

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1. Keep the proof of purchase (receipt) for this product carefully. When a repair is made under these conditions, the technician will require proof of purchase. This assistance can only be provided once you have proven, with the proof of purchase, that your appliance is within the warranty period.
2. The warranty period for this appliance is defined by the respective EU Directive in force on the date of purchase/delivery.
3. Within the guarantee period, we will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts which, during the normal use of the appliance, have deteriorated as a result of a proven material or manufacturing defect.
4. This warranty does not cover consumable items, light bulbs, easily breakable parts made of glass or plastic, or any other defects that do not impair its proper functioning.
5. We accept no liability for damage caused by incorrect or careless use of the appliance, by its connection to an electrical current other than that indicated on the appliance's rating plate, by faulty electrical installation, or by atmospheric, chemical or electrochemical causes. Other claims or demands for compensation relating to objects which are not an integral part of the appliance will be denied.
6. The provision of assistance under warranty does not extend the warranty period. Only within this period will assistance be provided under warranty. The right to assistance is only granted to the first purchaser of the device and cannot be transferred to a third party.
7. The warranty expires when unauthorized persons have attempted to repair, modify or replace parts of the appliance.
8. All expenses and risks of transportation to our factory or vice versa will always be borne by the buyer.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

To benefit from the Technical Assistance service during the 36-month warranty period after the date of purchase, you will need to:

Present the Invoice/Proof of Purchase, stating the model and the manufacturing number of the product (whenever possible).

Note: Failure to present the aforementioned documents will be grounds for not providing services under warranty.

CONDITIONS DE GARANTIE

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