User Manual
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Installation
Operation
1. Plug the unit into an outlet of the appropriate voltage. When the unit is plugged in the green power light will turn
ON
.
2. Turn the infinite control dial clockwise and set the desired temperature, at this time the orange indicator light will turn
ON
to indicate the heating element is
ON
. Allow your unit to pre-heat.
3. Using the bakelite knob, slide out the cooking tray and either place your food directly onto the cooking grate, use a
pan to hold the food, or replace the cooking grate with a cast iron griddle (sold separately) and place your food onto
it. We recommend using sizzle platter, plate, pan or cast iron griddle for easy clean up.
4. Using the bakelite handle, lower or raise the upper housing to the desired cooking height.
a. Use the laser engraved 1-5 height markings on the back wall for repeatable cooking results.
5. To adjust the intensity of the heat you can lower the upper housing closer to the food for faster cooking results.
a. Please remember to use the cool-touch bakelite handle when lowering or raising the upper housing as the
metal will get hot.
6. Use the 15-minute timer to set desired cooking or warming time.
a. These are audible timers and do not turn
OFF
the machine.
7. When the food has finished cooking, raise the upper housing, slide out the cooking tray, and safely remove the food
from the cooking grate.
8. When your unit is not in use, we recommend you set it to
LOW
to maintain residual heat and to reduce pre-heat time
for next use.
NOTE:
For 177SAL23M, the model with two infinite control dials, you can operate the left and right thermostats
independently from one another.
1. Remove unit from box and make sure all plastic, tape and packing materials are removed.
2. Attach heat deflector to the front of the unit using the (2) screws included.
3. Place the unit on a flat, level, and secure surface with at least 12" of open space around all sides.
4. Check to make sure the outlet of the correct voltage for this item (208/240V) is near. Do not use an extension cord,
this item must be plugged directly into an outlet.
WARNING:
HOT SURFACE! Risk of burns! Please follow the safety instructions below.
• The surface of the device becomes hot during operation. The temperature of the device remains high for some time
after the device has been switched off. Do not grip heating elements or touch any surfaces of the device. Use a
designated handle to operate the device.
• You can transport or clean the device only when it has cooled down completely.
