Amica ProfiGrill GK 5011, Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATION
FEATURES AND COMPONENTS: (Fig. 1)
1. Stable base unit with a plastic adjustable cover;
2. Solid die-cast metal lever to adjust the lid to match the thickness of the food;
3. Removable non-stick grilling plates that are dishwasher safe. Perfect for grilling steaks, chops, chicken
and vegetables;
4. Power and temperature controls;
5. Dishwasher safe drip tray;
6. Hinge release lever which allows you to arrange the lid flat and grill in the folded out position;
7. Heating plate release button allowing you to detach and remove the heating plates.
8. Lid lock release button.
Uses the grill:
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When you properly assemble and prepare the appliance select the desired lid position. If the lid is
fully open in 180° position, press the lid lock release button lock (fig. 1 item 8).
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If the appliance is to be used as a flat grill, but you do not need the entire surface, use the bottom
heating plate only with the lid at 90°.
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Depending on the set temperature, the appliance heats up to the operating temperature for about 2
minutes 30 seconds. When the required temperature is reached, the display will stop blinking, you will
hear a beep and the green indicator will light up. When the appliance is in use, the indicator lights up
green or orange as the temperature is maintained. This is normal.
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If the grill is used continuously, the time to preheat the heating plates will be shorter.
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Use the +/– buttons to set the desired temperature of the grilling surface. The temperature adjust -
ment buttons are only available for manual mode .
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The top plate heating button is active when the lid is in the fully open 180° position (as a flat
grill).
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Automatic programmes: . Active programmes in the grilling func -
tion.
Poultry
Hamburger Sausage Sandwich Fish Steak
Select how you want your steak done: “Rare, Medium Rare, Medium, Well-Done”: cooked for 3, 5, 7 or
9 minutes
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Always exercise caution when using the appliance. To open the appliance, grasp the black part of
the handle. This part of the handle remains cool while grilling.
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The attachment arms are made of die-cast aluminium and are hot during use. Do not touch them
during or immediately after grilling.
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The appliance becomes hot during use.
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The lid is made of stainless steel and heats up to a high temperature. Do not touch it during or im -
mediately after grilling. If you need to adjust the lid, wear oven gloves to avoid burns.
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The base unit is made of plastic. It gets warm with use but won't burn you. If you need to move the
appliance while grilling, hold it by the base unit only. Do not touch the lid.
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Allow the appliance to cool down for at least 30 minutes.
NOTE: Do not slice the food directly on the heating plates.
NOTE: Do not use the appliance to prepare and defrost frozen food. The food must be completely
defrosted before cooking in this appliance.
NOTE:
Some smoke may be emitted during the first use of the appliance. This is normal and will stop
with continued use.