GE 681131689991 manual Know Your Electric Griddle, How To Use Your Electric Griddle

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch heated surfaces.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving any appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

12. Always attach temperature control

probe to appliance first, (allow appliance and control probe to cool) then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn temperature control probe to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.

13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

Keep Warm Setting

The temperature control probe has a

“Keep Warm” range setting of approximately 160° to 180°F. The indicator light will cycle on and off when this setting is in use to indicate that the griddle is maintaining the desired temperature.

3. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse temperature control probe or plug in water or other liquids.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. This appliance should not be used by children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Call customer service (see warranty) for examination, repair, or adjustment.

Know Your Electric Griddle

1	Non-Stick Cooking Surface	3	1
2	Cool Touch Handles	4

5

3Removable Grease Tray

4	Grease Channel
5	Temperature Control Probe*	2

*NOTE: Use only model STC-3 Temperature Control Probe.

How To Use Your Electric Griddle

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Consumer Safety Information

THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

THIS APPLIANCE HAS NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS, THIS PRODUCT SHOULD ONLY BE SERVICED BY AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE.

1.Before first use, wash the Griddle and grease tray, in warm soapy water, and dry completely.

CAUTION: Do not immerse temperature control probe in water or other liquid.

2. Insert grease tray into guides under

the Griddle. Turn temperature

temperature control probe to OFF, unplug from wall outlet and allow unit to cool before cleaning.

NOTE: It may be necessary to scrape grease into the grease channel. Always use wooden or nylon utensils to avoid scratching the non-stick cooking surface.

Extension Cord

A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord may be used if care is exercised in 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 griddle. 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.

Electrical Power

If electric circuit is overloaded with other appliances, griddle may not operate properly. Griddle must be operated on separate circuit from other operating appliances.

Polarized Plug

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 plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If

control probe to OFF and attach

securely to the Griddle.

3. Condition the non-stick cooking

surface with vegetable oil, wiping off

any excess with a paper towel. Plug

cord into 120 volt outlet. Preheat

the Griddle by aligning the selected

temperature setting on the

temperature control probe knob

with the indicator light. Griddle is

preheated when the light on the

knob goes off. The light will cycle

during use, indicating the selected

temperature is being maintained.

4. When cooking is complete, turn

CAUTION: Grease may be hot!

NOTE: When cooking consecutive batches of bacon or other high fat foods, it may be necessary to empty the grease tray to avoid grease overflowing onto the countertop.

CAUTION: Some countertops are more sensitive to heat, use care not to place Griddle on surfaces where heat may cause damage.

CAUTION: Griddle surfaces are hot during use. Allow to cool completely before handling or cleaning.

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