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Important Cord Information
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit
into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
A short power supply cord (or cord set) is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord. Extension cords may be used if care is properly exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of
the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be arranged so that it
will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
Connect the power supply cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only.
Getting Acquainted
The griddle legs will be in the storage position under the base when you remove the
griddle from the carton. Before each use the griddle legs must be unfolded to the
position shown in Fig. C.
To unfold the legs, lift the griddle by grasping both sides (Fig. A1). Then pull the legs
out away from the griddle until they are fully extended and locked in place (Fig. A2).
Remove drip tray (Fig. C).
Before the first use, wash the griddle and drip tray in warm, soapy water, rinse, and dry.
Do not immerse Control Master
heat control in water or let it come in contact
with any liquid.
NOTICE:
This griddle is not intended to be used as a warming tray, hot plate, or for
heating any cookware. Using this product for purposes different from those specified
in the instruction manual may cause damage to the product and will void the product
warranty.
How To Use
1. Place griddle on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface away from walls, cabinets, and
other objects.
NOTICE:
To prevent possible heat damage to your countertop, place a heat-re-
sistant counter protector, such as aluminum foil, under the griddle; take care
not to place the foil under the griddle’s legs.
2. Slide the drip tray into place. Insert the Control Master
heat control into the
griddle so the two electrical pins on the griddle are fully inserted into the heat
control.
NOTE:
You will be unable to insert the heat control if the legs are in
the folded position. Connect cord to a 120VAC electrical wall outlet only.
3. When cooking meats, tilt the grilling surface. Pull the ribbed tabs on the tilt
levers towards you until the levers rest firmly against the griddle legs (Fig. B).
This position allows excess fat to drain into the drip tray. When cooking other
foods, such as eggs and pancakes, grip the ribbed tabs and push them towards the back of the griddle until the tilt levers are in the
horizontal position and the griddle is level (Fig. C).
4. Turn Control Master
heat control to desired temperature (see page 3 for cooking temperatures). Preheat griddle. Pilot light goes
off when selected temperature is reached (this takes approximately 5 to 10 minutes).
NOTE:
Occasionally you may hear a pop or
clicking sound while the griddle is preheating; this is due to the expansion of the metal as it heats. It is normal. You may also notice
this sound as the unit cools down.
5. Prepare food for cooking. Because the griddle features a nonstick surface, food may be prepared with little or no oil.
NOTICE:
Avoid using no-stick cooking sprays as they may cause the cooking surface to become tacky.
6. Place food on griddle and cook according to temperature-timetable (page 3). Heat should be adjusted according to personal preference
and particular food being cooked. During cooking, pilot light will go on and off indicating desired temperature is being maintained.
For best results use heat-resistant nylon, plastic, or wooden utensils. Do not use metal utensils as they may scratch the nonstick
surface. Do not cut foods on the cooking surface.
7. Turn heat control to OFF when cooking is completed. Unplug heat control from wall outlet then from appliance.
CAUTION!
Allow griddle to cool before removing drip tray. If griddle is in the tilt position, move it to the level position before
removing drip tray and before cleaning.
Fig. A
Folding legs
➋
➊
Nonstick surface
Control Master
heat control
Drip tray
Tilt
levers
Fig. C
Ribbed tabs
Fig. B
Levers
Griddle leg
Ribbed tabs
Folding legs
Folding
legs
