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how to Use
This product is for household use only.
GETTING STARTED
• Remove all packing material and any stickers.
• Remove and save literature.
• Wash all removable parts as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING section of this
manual.
• Select location where unit is to be used, leaving enough space between back of unit
and wall to allow heat to flow without damage to cabinets and walls.
ATTACh ThE GRILL PLATES
1. Securely attach top and bottom plates of the appliance
using the grill plate release handles on each side of the
plates
(B and C)
.
2. Place drip tray under front sloped section of the bottom
plate on the grill
(D)
.
Important: When attaching grill plates, be sure they are
securely attached using the release handles on each side
of the plates.
PREhEATING ThE GRILL
1. Close cover on grill.
Important: Be sure locking side latches are opened fully
and away from the grill plates (E).
2. Unwind cord and plug into standard electrical outlet.
3. Press the On/Off switch on bottom right side of the grill
to ON position to begin preheating
(F)
.
4. The power light comes on to indicate that the elements
are heating.
5. Allow the grill to preheat for at least 5 minutes before
grilling. If desired, use a kitchen timer. The light will go
out once the grill is preheated.
GRILLING IN ThE FLOATING hINGE POSITION:
The floating hinge position allows for grilling extra thick foods. In this position, the
upper grill plate rests on top of the food.
1. Using a pot holder, carefully open the preheated grill.
2. Before first use, lightly oil both grill plates, if desired.
Note:
Aerosol cooking spray should not be used on nonstick surface. Chemicals that
allow spray to come out of can build up on surface of grill plates and reduce their
efficiency.
3. Carefully place foods to be cooked on lower grill plate of preheated grill. This grill
model usually accommodates 2 to 4 servings.
Note:
Do not overload the cooking plate.
4. Close grill cover in
Floating hinge
position
(G)
with the
cover closing directly onto the food.
5. Allow the food to cook for the desired time. If desired,
use a kitchen timer.
Note:
Use suggested cooking times found in the GRILLING CHART on page 7 - 9.
Important: Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.
6.
Light pressure
can be used on the handle to press and heat food to your liking. This
feature is especially handy when preparing grilled sandwiches and grilling thick
pieces of meat and poultry.
Important: Do not exert excessive pressure when using handle to press; use only light
pressure to avoid putting extreme stress on float & lock hinge.
7. After selected time, the food should be done. If you would prefer longer
cooking, simply follow the steps in this section beginning at step 4.
8. Press On/Off switch to turn grill off.
Caution: To avoid sparks at outlet while disconnecting plug, make sure power is off
before disconnecting plug from outlet.
Important: heating elements will continue to be ON until the On/Off switch is pressed
or the appliance is unplugged.
9. Using a pot holder, carefully open the grill cover.
10. Remove cooked food using plastic spatula provided.
Note:
Always use heatproof plastic, nylon or wood utensils to avoid scratching nonstick
surface of grill plates. Never use metal skewers, tongs, forks or knives.
11. Allow the drip tray to cool before removing it from under the grill. Wash
and dry the drip tray after each use.
B
C
D
E
F
G
