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Your Grill/Griddle Plates are made of high-quality nonstick coating. Before using for
the first time:
1. Wash Grill/Griddle Plates in warm, soapy water. Do NOT use any abrasive
cleaners or scouring pads. Rinse well and dry completely with a clean, dry cloth.
2. We recommend that you pre-treat the Grill/Griddle Plates before first use, by
applying a very thin layer of vegetable oil with paper towel. NEVER apply any oil
to the underside of the Grill/Griddle Plates, only on the cooking surfaces. After
first use, you should not require any additional oil to cook food on Grill/Griddle
Plates.
• Your Grill/Griddle has been manufactured with a protective coating on the heating
elements. When first using your Grill/Griddle, heat it up to maximum temperature
for 10 minutes without food on the cooking plates. A small amount of smoke and/
or odor may occur. This is normal and will dissipate after first use. Let unit cool
down before restarting it again. Ensure room is well ventilated during this
operation and during use.
• Do NOT use metal forks, knives, spatulas or other sharp utensils on Grill/Griddle
Plates as this may damage the nonstick cooking surface. ALWAYS use heat-proof
plastic/nylon/wood utensils.
• NOTE: If Grill/Griddle overheats, an integrated safety thermostat will be activated
and will automatically switch off the unit (Power Indicator Light will shut off). If this
occurs, immediately unplug the unit and contact Customer Service. Do NOT
attempt to use the appliance.
Before Using for the First Time
Assembly
1. Slide the Drip Tray (5) into position under the base.
2. Flip the Reversible Grill/Griddle Plates (3) so that the surface you want to cook
with is facing up.
3. Using Figures 1 and 2 as a reference, slide the inside edge of the Reversible
Grill/Griddle Plate (3) into the Locking Tabs (9) on the center of the Base (1),
between the heating elements.
4. The outside edges of the Reversible Grill/Griddle Plate (3) have grooves that will
slide into place on the outside Locking Tabs (9).
NOTE: This appliance allows you to cook with both the Griddle and Grill function at
the same time (one plate grill side up, one plate griddle side up).
Figure 2
Figure 1
Locking Tabs
Release
Button
Figure 3
