Cuisinart GRID-6SA GR-35 Manual - Page 7

The lower housing is made of plastic, and while it will become very warm, it will not burn you. If you need to move the Griddler® Compact during cooking, be sure to handle it from the base only while wearing oven mitts. Do not touch the cover. Allow the Griddler® Compact to cool down before handling (at least 30 minutes). NOTE: The first time you use the Griddler® Compact, it may have a slight odor and may smoke a bit. This is normal and common to appliances with nonstick surfaces. The Griddler® Compact 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/ scraping 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/scraping tool. • In between recipes, use a wooden or heatproof plastic utensil to scrape excess food buildup through grease channels and into drip cup, then wipe off any residue with a paper towel before proceeding with next recipe. • Allow the Griddler® Compact to cool down completely (at least 30 minutes) before cleaning. CLEANING AND CARE CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE IT IS UNPLUGGED AND HAS COOLED DOWN COMPLETELY. Once you have finished cooking, turn the temperature knob 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 plates. The cleaning/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. Press the plate release buttons to remove plates from the housing. Be sure that the plates have cooled completely before handling (at least 30 minutes). The cooking plates can be washed in the dishwasher. Do not use metal objects such as knives or forks for cleaning. Do not use a scouring pad for cleaning; the nonstick coating can be damaged. If you have been cooking seafood, wipe the cooking plates with lemon juice to prevent the seafood flavor from transferring to the next recipe. The housing base, cover and temperature knob can be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth. For tough stains, dampen cloth. Never use an abrasive cleaner or harsh pad. STORAGE Always make sure the Griddler® Compact is cool and dry before storing. The power cord can be wrapped around the back of the base for storing. 7