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Frequently Asked Questions 

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Does it take a long time to cook using the PowerChef? 

No.  The 650

°

F cooking surface temperature makes your cooking experience fast 

and easy. 

 
Is the grill large enough to cook for my family?  

Yes.  The full 216 square inch grill maintains a consistent even temperature and 
allows you to utilize its entire surface, even the corners. For example, it easily 
can cook eight large hamburgers at one time. 

 
Can I use my PowerChef grill in the rain? 
 

No.  Never use an electric grill in the rain, sleet or snow. 

 
Can I use my electric grill during thunder/lighting storms? 

No. It is best not to use the PowerChef during thunder or lightning storms to 
avoid the risk of electrical shock. 

 
Can I get an electrical shock while using my PowerChef electric grill? 

To protect against electric shock, never immerse cord, plug or the electric 
heating element in water or any other liquid.  Never operate any appliance with 
damaged electrical components.  Regularly inspect supply cord and connections.  
If cord, element or control is damaged or worn, it must be replaced by an 
authorized service facility, as special tools are required.  Do not attempt to repair 
the appliance yourself. 

 
Is power equally distributed between the two cooking grids? 

 

70% of the power is used by the lower cooking element while 30% of the power 
is used by the upper searing element. 

 
 
CLEANING 
 
How do I clean the cooking grid? 

A soft wire brush may be used to remove excess deposits.  After the unit has 
cooled, clean using a damp, soft cloth, sponge or plastic scraper with a mild 
detergent.  Follow with a clean damp cloth to remove any remaining detergent 
residue.  To clean under the cooking grid, tilt by lifting from the front. 

 
Can I use a spray cleaner to clean the grilling surface? 

No.  It is recommended that a clean, damp, soft cloth or sponge with a mild 
detergent is used for cleaning after the unit has cooled. 

 
 

Summary of Contents for PowerChef

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Page 2: ...eat Cooking System Patent Pending Easy Automatic Grilling Safe Operation Green Rotisserie Cooking Just Plug It In No Unwanted Fuel Fumes Easy to Clean No Cold Spots Favorite Recipe Program Automatic Power Saver Safety Power off Sleep Mode Voltage Compensation Key Lock Target Market 5 Operating Cost 6 Legislation 7 Frequently Asked Questions 8 Specifications 11 ...

Page 3: ...d decks and patios Perfect for apartment and condo balconies where gas grills are impractical or are simply not allowed All 216 square inches of grilling surface deliver powerful even temperatures with no hot spots or flare ups Eliminates inconveniences such as running out of propane or broken ignitors The green choice the PowerChef reduces your carbon footprint by producing less than half as much...

Page 4: ...l Safe Operation The PowerChef is safe with no open flame combustion or volatile fuels It can safely be used in areas that other grills cannot including apartment and condo balconies Green Using an electric grill instead of a propane grill can reduce your carbon footprint A 40 000 BTU propane grill will produce up to 5 48 lbs of carbon dioxide per hour In comparison the PowerChef electric grill us...

Page 5: ...tomatic Power Saver This feature activates immediately after a pre programmed selection is finished cooking and DONE is shown on the display The cooking system s power will shut off but the display will remain on Safety Power off This feature activates if the unit has been accidentally left on after cooking The PowerChef automatically shuts itself off four hours after the last button has been touc...

Page 6: ... live flame of a conventional grill will appreciate the safe electric alternative Women seem to particularly mistrust the volatile nature of outdoor grilling with gas o Across the United States 12 5 of households or 13 952 175 households are headed by women o Across the United States there are 62 963 102 single separated divorced and widowed females representing 21 of the population Anyone living ...

Page 7: ...ary 2008 Propane Grill Operating Cost Cook with a propane grill for 1 hour 3 times per week for 12 00 per month Usage Calculation based on operating grill 3 times weekly for one hour each time multiplied by 4 3 weeks per month results in 12 9 hours per month Cost calculation Total BTU s in tank BTU s consumed per hour number of usage hours per tank Number of usage hours number of hours per tank nu...

Page 8: ...d 10 feet from any combustible overhangs In addition relevant state fire code regulations may exist so it is important that local authorities are consulted prior to purchase For example 41 states have adopted the International Fire Code IFC developed by the International Code Council ICC in 2004 This code specifically prohibits the use of liquefied petroleum gas burners and other open flame cookin...

Page 9: ...tdoor Appliances Is a dedicated electrical outlet required to operate A dedicated circuit is preferred but not essential in all cases A dedicated circuit will be required if after installation the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows on a regular basis when the grilling element is operating Additional appliances on the same circuit may exceed the current rating of the circuit breaker Where can ...

Page 10: ...se cord plug or the electric heating element in water or any other liquid Never operate any appliance with damaged electrical components Regularly inspect supply cord and connections If cord element or control is damaged or worn it must be replaced by an authorized service facility as special tools are required Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself Is power equally distributed between th...

Page 11: ...h pressured hose No do not clean the PowerChef electric grill with a high pressure hose STORAGE Can I leave my PowerChef outside year round Yes the PowerChef is weather resistant However for seasonal storage cover and store in a dry location OTHER How long will the Evensear grilling element last Depending on usage the Evensear grilling element should last between 5 and 10 years Are replacement gri...

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