User manual PHILIPS HD4428

[. . . ] Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop on which the appliance is standing and keep the cord away from the hot surfaces of the appliance. Put the appliance on a flat, stable surface with sufficient free space around it. The drip tray must always be in place during cooking. Always preheat the plate before putting any food on it. [. . . ] Do not use metal, sharp or abrasive kitchen utensils. 11 For optimal results, remove excess oil from the plate with a piece of kitchen paper before grilling the next batch of food. 12 To continue grilling, place the next batch of food on the grilling plate when the temperature light goes out. Grilling times In the table at the end of these instructions for use you will find some types of food you can cook on this table grill. The table shows which temperature to select, how long the food should be grilled and which part of the grilling plate to use: the grill section or the hotplate section. The time required to preheat the appliance has not been included in the grilling times indicated in the table. The grilling time and temperature depend on the type of food that is being prepared (e. Meat), its thickness and its temperature and, of course, also on your own taste. Fat and juice drip through the grill into the drip tray, which ensures almost smoke-free grilling and healthy, low-fat food (fig. The hotplate section is ideal for preparing fish, eggs, ham, mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, etc. It is also very handy for keeping food hot (fig. You can also use the table grill as a thermostatically controlled hotplate that automatically keeps your dishes at the required temperature. Cover the grill section of the plate with aliminium foil with the shiny side facing upwards and then set the temperature control to position 2 or 3. Tender pieces of meat are best suited for grilling. Pieces of meat such as steaks or spare rib chops become more tender if marinated overnight. Turn the food from time to time with a wooden or plastic spatula or tongs to ensure that it remains juicy inside and does not dry out. Do not use any metal tools like forks or grill tongs as they could damage the non-stick coating of the grilling plate. The grilled food should not be turned too frequently. When the items are brown on both sides, they should be grilled at a lower temperature to ensure they do not dry out and are cooked more evenly. If you want to defrost frozen food, wrap the frozen food in aluminium foil and set the temperature control to position 3 or 4. The defrosting time depends on the weight of the food. When you are preparing satay, chicken, pork or veal, first sear the meat at a high temperature (position 5). [. . . ] 9 Clean the outside of the thermostat unit with a damp cloth. Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this you will help to preserve the environment (fig. If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www. [. . . ]