User manual CUISINART GR-55

[. . . ] Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn control to OFF setting, then remove plug from wall outlet. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL SHOULD DO REPAIRS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a long 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, and the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or animals, or tripped over. NOTICE This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). [. . . ] This has been designed to aid in cleaning your grill, but is not intended for use during or immediately following cooking. The cleaning /scraping tool should be used only after your grill has been turned off and has cooled down completely (at least 30 minutes). It should never be used on a hot grill/griddle surface as the heat will cause the plastic to melt. to the desired temperature level. The red indicator light will illuminate to indicate that the power is on. It may take 10 to 15 minutes to reach operating temperature, depending on the temperature level that has been set. When the thermostat has reached the desired temperature, the red indicator light will turn off and the green indicator light will turn on, indicating that the GriddlerTM Combo is ready for cooking. During operation, the indicator lights will continue to turn on and off as the thermostat regulates the temperature. The temperature control is used to set and maintain the temperature of the cooking surface. Temperatures range from about 250°F on the Low setting to 400°F on the High setting. You can vary the setting of the control knob at any time during cooking, and may wish to do so, depending on the types of foods on the cooking plates. Refer to the Cooked Food Temperature Chart on page 5 for recommendations. The cooking plate should not be removed from the base or flipped over while hot. NOTE: The first time you use your GriddlerTM Combo, it may have a slight odor and smoke a bit. Hold cooking plates by the handles when removing from base, flipping plates over, and returning to base. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Once the GriddlerTM Combo is assembled properly and you are ready to begin cooking, turn the temperature control knob 7. User Maintenance · Never use the provided cleaning/scraping tool on the hot grill or griddle surface. · Never use metal utensils, as they will scratch the nonstick grill plate. · Never leave plastic utensils in contact with the hot grill plate. · After using, scrape excess food buildup through holes and into drip tray, then wipe off any residue with a paper towel before proceeding with next recipe. STORAGE Always dry and assemble the grill (without controller) before storing. Ensure that the base, cooking plates and drip tray are correctly positioned. Do not knock or drop the probe, as this can cause damage. COOKED FOOD TEMPERATURE CHART Beef Rare Bright red center, lighter pink to outside Light pink center, brown to outside Brown consistently throughout 10°F Medium 160°F CLEANING AND CARE CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE IT HAS COOLED DOWN COMPLETELY. Once you have finished cooking, turn the temperature control knob to the OFF setting, and allow the unit to cool down completely. Carefully slide the drip tray out from the base and dispose of its contents. [. . . ] CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY: California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store which sells Cuisinart products of the same type. The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either repair the product, refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the consumer's prior usage of the product. If the above two options do not result in the appropriate relief to the consumer, the consumer may then take the product to an independent repair facility if service or repair can be economically accomplished. Cuisinart and not the consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such service, repair, replacement, or refund for nonconforming products under warranty. [. . . ]