User manual DELONGHI BG 41

[. . . ] The power cable of this appliance must not be replaced by the user as this requires the use of special tools. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent in order to avoid a hazard. Never unplug the appliance by pulling the power cable. [. . . ] As a reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin. 12 DESCRIPTION A B C. Non-stick plate Heat-free handgrips Fat drain Drip tray Adjustable rear feet Removable control unit Thermostat Indicator light INSTALLATION Before use, make sure the appliance has not been damaged during transport. Install the appliance on a horizontal surface out of reach of children as certain parts of the grill become extremely hot during use. - Before plugging into the mains, make sure that: · the mains voltage corresponds to the value V indicated on the rating plate on the bottom of the appliance; · the mains socket has a minimum rating of 10A; · the plug is suitable for the socket. If this is not the case, have the socket replaced. The manufacturer declines all liability for damage deriving from failure to observe this safety rule. · check that the feet E are regulated correctly (see position A and position B on Page 3) To eliminate smells associated with new appliances operate the griddle without food for at least five minutes before use. During this operation, ventilate the room. POSITIONS FOR USING THE APPLIANCE HORIZONTAL (feet in position A) Ideal for vegetables, eggs, fish, cheese, frankfurters, etc. SLOPING (feet in position B) This position is recommended for all food that release liquids/ fat during cooking - Pos. B USE - Check that the drip tray D is mounted correctly (see figure on page 3). - Fully insert the control unit F in the housing as shown in the figure on page 3. - Plug the griddle into the mains socket and regulate the thermostat G to the position required for the quantity and type of food to grill (see the guideline table) - Heat the griddle before cooking and only use when the indicator lamp H goes out. - Place the food to be grilled on the plate. 13 - To turn the appliance off, turn the thermostat knob G to the position with the " · " symbol on knob G corresponding to the indicator light H. After cooking, unplug the appliance and leave to cool. Never touch the plate with sharp utensils as they may damage the coating. COOKING TIPS Take care that the drip tray D is correctly mounted and empty only at the end of cooking when the appliance has cooled down completely. - Dry defrosted or marinated food before placing it on the plate - Season meat before cooking and salt when ready to be served - Cooking very fatty foods may be accompanied by small splashes around the plate. - Ensure that the fat drain C is never obstructed. [. . . ] - Replace the control unit on the clean and dry plate and take care to attach it correctly. - To empty or clean the drip tray, pull it away from the appliance. To re-insert it reverse the operation pushing the tray until it is firmly inserted. 14 INDICATIVE TABLE OF COOKING TIMES FOODS Q. TY (quantities) THERM FEET (posi(THERMOSTAT) tion of feet) TIME (minutes) NOTES AND TIPS Turn every 2 ­ 3 minutes for even cooking Turn when half-cooked Cooking time for a rare steak. [. . . ]