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General description (fig. 1)
AMains plug
BThermostat unit with mains cord and temperature light C Temperature control with on/off position
D Base E Drip tray
F Removable grilling plate (HD4426 only)
G Removable grilling plate with frying section (HD4427 only) H
I Thermostat unit socket
Important
Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save them for future reference.
◗Check if the voltage indicated on the bottom of the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
◗If the mains cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
◗Do not connect the thermostat unit to the mains before having inserted the thermostat unit into the appliance.
◗Make sure that the inside of the thermostat unit socket is completely dry before inserting the thermostat unit.
◗Only use the thermostat unit (Model no.:
◗Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
◗Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop on which the appliance is standing and keep the cord away from the hot surfaces of the appliance.
◗Put the appliance on a flat, stable surface with sufficient free space around it.
◗The drip tray must always be in place during cooking.
◗Always preheat the plate before putting any food on it.
◗The accessible surfaces may become hot when the appliance is in operation.
◗Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
◗Do not let the appliance operate unattended.
◗Be careful of spattering fat when you are grilling fatty meat or sausages.
◗Always unplug the appliance after use.
◗Always switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the wall socket before removing the thermostat unit from the thermostat unit socket.
◗Do not immerse the mains cord with thermostat unit in water or any other liquid.
◗This appliance is only intended for indoor use and should not be used outdoors.
Before first use
1Remove any stickers and wipe the body of the appliance with a damp cloth.
2Clean the appliance and the plate thoroughly (see chapter 'Cleaning').
BThe appliance may produce some smoke when you use it for the first time. This is normal.
Using the appliance
1Place the drip tray in the base (fig. 2).
2Fill the drip tray with enough water to cover the bottom (fig. 3).