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TIPS & HINTS • It may take up to 10 minutes to reach operating temperature, depending on the temperature level that was set. • For cooking recommendations, refer to the Cooking Guide and Food Temperature Chart on pages 26-27 of the Recipe Book. • Always exercise caution when handling the Griddler® Five during cooking, as the Griddler® Five housing will become hot during use. To open the Griddler® Five, grasp the handle. The arms are made of die-cast aluminum and will become hot during use. Do not touch them during or immediately following cooking. • The cover is made of stainless steel and will become very hot and should not be touched during or immediately following cooking. If you need to adjust the cover, be sure to use an oven mitt to prevent burns. • The lower housing is made of plastic and can become very warm. If you need to move the Griddler® Five during cooking, be sure to handle it from the base only while wearing an oven mitt. Do not touch the cover. • Allow the Griddler® Five to cool down before handling (at least 30 minutes). • The first time you use the Griddler® Five, it may have a slight odor and may smoke a bit. This is normal and common to appliances with nonstick surfaces. • The Griddler® Five comes with a black cleaning/scraping tool. This can be used for cleaning both the grill and griddle sides of the plates after you have finished cooking and the unit has cooled down completely (at least 30 minutes). Using the cleaning tool on a hot surface for too long will cause the plastic to melt. • Never use metal utensils, as they will scratch the nonstick plates. • Never leave plastic utensils in contact with the hot grill plates. This includes the provided cleaning tool. • In between recipes, use a wooden or heatproof plastic utensil to scrape excess food buildup through grease channels and into drip tray. Then, carefully wipe off any residue with a paper towel before proceeding with next recipe. 10