CARE AND CLEANING
CLEANING
Caution: To avoid accidental burns, allow grill to cool thoroughly before cleaning.
1. Before cleaning, unplug grill from wall outlet and allow to cool.
Caution: To avoid sparks at outlet while disconnecting plug, make sure power is off before disconnecting the plug from the outlet.
Important: Heating elements will continue to be ON until the On/Off switch is pressed or the appliance is unplugged.
2.Place drip tray under front of grill (see illustration D). Use plastic spatula to scrape off any excess fat and food particles left on the grill plates; runoff will drip into the drip tray. Wipe plates dry with a paper towel or sponge to avoid grease dripping onto your counter when plates are removed.
3.Remove plates as instructed in HOW TO USE (see illustrations B and C). To clean grill plates, wash in warm, soapy water; dry thoroughly with a paper towel.
4.Empty drip tray and wash in warm, soapy water; dry thoroughly with a paper towel.
5.Reinstall grill plates (see illustrations B and C), making sure they are securely attached to grill body.
Note: Removable grill plates are also
6.To remove stubborn buildup, use a nylon or nonmetallic scrubbing pad to clean the grill plates.
Important: Do not use metallic scrubbing pads, steel wool or any abrasive cleaners to clean any part of your grill; use only nylon or nonmetallic scrubbing pads.
7.To clean the grill cover, wipe with a warm, wet sponge and dry with a soft, dry cloth.
Important: Do not immerse body of grill in water or any other liquid.
8.Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning must be preformed by a qualified electrician.
Caution: Make sure to hold grill cover by the handle while cleaning to prevent accidental closing and injury.
STORAGE
•Always make sure grill is clean and dry before storing.
•Be sure locking side latches are fully closed and locked before storing grill. This allows you to store the grill vertically.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTION |
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Finish on grill plates is | Metal utensils have been | Always use heatproof |
scratched or has cut | used. | plastic, nylon or wood |
marks. |
| utensils to avoid scratching |
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| nonstick surface of grill |
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| plate. Never use metal |
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| skewers, tongs, forks or |
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| knives. |
Grill marks on food are | Grill was not fully | Always preheat grill at least |
very light. The food looks | preheated before use. | 10 minutes before cooking |
steamed. |
| any foods. |
There is food buildup on | Grill not properly cleaned | Use nylon scrubbing pad |
grill plates. | after use. | and hot, soapy water to |
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| clean grill plates. Do not |
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| use steel wool scrubbing |
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| pads or abrasive cleaners |
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| to clean grill. |
Food is dry and burnt. | Food is overcooked. | Because grill is cooking |
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| from bothsides, food is |
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| cooked much faster than in |
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| a skillet or under a broiler. |
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| Use cooking chart as a |
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| guide and check food at |
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| lowest time statedon chart |
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My grill plate has white | The water from cleaning | Dry grill plate immediately |
spots on it. | has dried on the surface of | after washing. |
| the grill plates. |
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11 | 12 |
