Cuisinart GR-2 GR-2 Manual - Page 4

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place the Griddler Express™ on a clean flat surface where you intend to cook. 2. Position drip cup directly below the grease spout. 3. Turn temperature control to the Off position and plug the cord into a standard electrical outlet. 4. When unit is in the Off position and plugged in, the green light will be illuminated. 5. Your Griddler Express™ is now ready for use. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Once the Griddler Express™ is assembled properly and you are ready to begin cooking, turn the Temperature Control Knob toward the back of the unit and select the desired temperature setting, Low, Medium or High. When the knob is turned from the Off setting to any tempera t u re setting, the indicator light will switch from green to red to indicate that the power is on and the unit is heating up. It may take up to 5 minutes to reach operating temperature, depending on the temperature setting selected. When the thermostat has reached operating temperature, the green indicator light will illuminate; your Griddler Express™ is ready for cooking. During operation, the light will continue to switch from green to red as the thermostat regulates the temperature. This is normal. The temperature control is used to set and maintain the temperature of the cooking surface. You may vary the setting of the temperature control knob at any time during cooking. Always exercise caution when handling the Griddler Express™ during cooking. To open the Griddler Express™ grasp the black plastic area of the handle. This part of the handle stays cool to the touch while cooking. The arms are made of die-cast aluminum and will become hot during use. Do not touch them during or immediately following cooking. The Griddler Express™ housing will become hot during use. The cover is made of polished 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. Allow the Griddler Express™ to cool down before handling (at least 30 minutes). NOTE: The first time you use your Griddler Express™, it may have a slight odor and may smoke a bit. This is normal and common to appliances with a nonstick surface. The Griddler Express™ comes with a black cleaning/scraping tool. This can be used for cleaning the grill plates after you have finished cooking and the unit has cooled down completely. Using the cleaning tool on a hot surface for too long will cause plastic to melt. USER MAINTENANCE Never use metal utensils, as they will scratch the nonstick plates. Instead, use only wooden or heatproof plastic utensils. Never leave plastic utensils in contact with the hot grill plates. This includes the cleaning tool p ro v i d e d . In between recipes, scrape excess food buildup through grease channels and into drip cup, and then wipe off any residue with a paper towel before proceeding with the next recipe. Allow the Griddler Express™ to cool down completely (at least 30 minutes) before cleaning. CLEANING AND CARE CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING THE APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE IT HAS COOLED DOWN COMPLETELY. Once you have finished cooking, turn the temperature selector knob to the OFF position and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Allow unit to cool. Use the cleaning/scraping tool to remove any leftover food from the cooking plate. The scraping tool can be washed by hand or in the dishwasher. Dispose of grease from drip cup. The drip cup can be cleaned by hand or in the dishwasher. If you have been cooking seafood, wipe the grill plates with lemon juice to prevent seafood flavor transferring to the next recipe. The housing base, cover, handle and control knob can be wiped with a soft, dry cloth. For tough stains, dampen cloth. Never use an abrasive cleaner or harsh pad. S T O R A G E Always make sure the Griddler Express™ is cool and dry before storing. The power cord can be wrapped around the bottom of the base for storing. 3