User manual GEORGE FOREMAN GRP72CTB

[. . . ] Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF (O), then remove plug from wall outlet. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. [. . . ] However, aerosol cooking sprayshouldneverbeused;chemicalsthatallowspraytocomeoutofcanbuildupon the surface of the plates and reduce their efficiency. Carefully place foods to be cooked on lower grill plate of preheated grill. ClosegrillcoverinFLOATINGposition(G) with the cover closing directly onto the food. G Note:UsesuggestedcookingtimesfoundintheGRILLING CHART on pages 8 and 9 Important: Do not leave the appliance unattended during use. Light pressure can be used on the handle to press and heat food to your liking. This feature is especially handy when preparing grilled sandwiches and grilling thick pieces of meat and poultry. Important: Do not exert excessive pressure when using handle to press; use only light pressure to avoid putting extreme stress on float & lock hinge. If you would prefer longer cooking, simply follow the steps in this section beginning at step 3. Note: Always use heatproof plastic, silicone or wood utensils to avoid scratching nonsticksurfaceofgrillplates. Always allow them to cool to room temperature before removing or cleaning. USING ThE LOCKING hINGE POISITION Tip: This feature keeps upper grill plate above food on lower grill plate. This grill has a unique hinge that allows the grill cover to adjust to the thickness of food being grilled. This allows for even melting of cheese on top of hot cooked hamburgers. Lift handle of the grill cover up and forward into the locking position of float & lock hinge. For even browning and cooking when grilling more than one sandwich or piece of meat, it is important that the h thickness of each be about the same. GRILLING ChART The following are meant to be used as a guideline only. If food needs longer cooking, check periodically to avoid overcooking food. Please note: To be sure your food is fully cooked, the USDA recommends the following guidelines. Using a meat thermometer, test for doneness by inserting the thermometer into the center of the food being cooked and make sure the thermometer is not touching the bone or grill plates. Important: Use only silicone, heatproof plastic and wooden utensils when cooking on the grill. [. . . ] Use silicone scrubbing pad and hot, soapy water to clean grill plates. Do not use steel wool scrubbing pads or abrasive cleaners to clean grill. Because grill is cooking from both sides, food is cooked much faster than in a skillet or under a broiler. Use COOKINGCHART as a guide and check food at lowest time stated on chart. [. . . ]