Cuisinart GR-4N GR-4N Manual - Page 8

If you intend to use the Griddler® as a Full Griddle, turn the Griddle control to the desired temperature for cooking. Settings range from 200°F to 425°F. If you intend to use the Griddler® as a Half Grill/Half Griddle, you may use either the grill/panini temperature or the griddle temperature. If you intend to use the Griddler® as a Half Grill/Half Griddle, but you do not need the entire surface, use the bottom plate. It may take up to 10 minutes to reach operating temperature, depending on the temperature level that was set. When the thermostat has reached operating temperature, a green indicator light inside the chosen control will indicate that the Griddler® is ready for cooking. During operation, the light will continue to turn on and off as the thermostat regulates the temperature. This is normal. The temperature controls are used to set and maintain the temperature of the cooking surface. You may vary the setting of the control knob at any time during cooking, and may wish to do so depending on the types of foods on the cooking plate. Refer to the Cooked Food Temperature Chart on pages 16-17 of the Recipe Book for recommendations. Always exercise caution when handling the Griddler® during cooking, as the Griddler® housing will become hot during use. To open the Griddler®, 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 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® during cooking, be sure to handle it from the base only while wearing an oven mitt. Do not touch the cover. Allow the Griddler® to cool down before handling (at least 30 minutes). NOTE: The first time you use the Griddler®, it may have a slight odor and may smoke a bit. This is normal and common to appliances with nonstick surfaces. The Griddler® 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. User Maintenance • Never use metal utensils, as they will scratch the nonstick plates. Instead, use only wooden or heat-proof plastic utensils. • Never leave plastic utensils in contact with the hot grill plates. This includes the provided cleaning tool. • In between recipes, use a wooden or heat-proof plastic utensil to scrape excess food buildup through grease channels and into drip tray, then wipe off any residue with a paper towel before proceeding with next recipe. • Allow the Griddler® to cool down completely (at least 30 minutes) before cleaning. CLEANING AND CARE CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE IT HAS COOLED DOWN COMPLETELY. Once you have finished cooking, turn the Selector Dial control to the Off position and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Allow the unit to cool down for at least 30 minutes before handling. 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 the drip tray once cooled. The drip tray can be cleaned by hand or in the dishwasher. 7