anko HEALTH GRILL FG306 User manual

Model No.: FG306
Rev 01
To ensure proper operation of this device, please read this instruction manual
carefully before using the device and keep it for further reference.
HEALTH GRILL
Instruction Manual

Table of contents
Table of contents
Parts Guide ...................................................................................................... 3
General information ....................................................................................... 5
Reading and storing the user manual ..................................................................5
Proper use..................................................................................................................5
Explanation of symbols .................................................................................. 5
Safety............................................................................................................... 6
Signal symbol/word definitions .............................................................................6
General safety instructions .....................................................................................6
Product description ....................................................................................... 11
First use .......................................................................................................... 12
Checking the product and package contents.....................................................12
Basic cleaning...........................................................................................................12
Conditioning the cooking plates................................................................... 12
Use
.................................................................................................................................... 13
Faults and troubleshooting
....................................................................................... 15
Cleaning and maintenance ...........................................................................16
Cleaning ................................................................................................................... 16
Storage ......................................................................................................................17
Technical data ................................................................................................18
Warranty Information ...................................................................................19

Parts Guide
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Parts Guide
1Green indicator light
2Red indicator light
3Mains cord
4Lid
5Handle
6Drip Tray
7Top cooking plate
8Bottom cooking plate
9Cord storage area (underneath)

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General information
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General information
Reading and storing the user manual
This user manual accompanies this health grill (hereafter
referred to as the “product”), and contains important
information on setup and handling. Before using the product,
read the user manual carefully. This particularly applies to the safety
instructions. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or damage
to the product.
Proper use
The product is exclusively designed for grilling food such as steaks and
is ideal for toasting sandwiches, paninis or other thicker foods.
This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar
applications such as:
Only use the product as described in this user manual. Any other use
is considered improper and may result in damage to property or
persons. The product is not a toy. Keep away from young children.
Only use the product as described in this user manual.
− staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
− farm houses;
− by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
− bed and breakfast type environments.

Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used in this user manual, on the product or
on the packaging.
This symbol provides you with useful additional information
on handling and use.
Safety
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Products marked with this symbol are food-safe.
The taste and smell of your food are not affected by this
product.
Safety
Signal symbol/word definitions
The following symbols and signal words are used in this user
manual.
This signal symbol/word designates a hazard
with moderate risk, which may result in death
or severe injury if not avoided.
NOTICE! This signal word warns of possible damage to
property.
General safety instructions
Risk of injury!
If you do not use the product properly, there is an increased risk of injury.
WARNING!
WARNING!

Safety
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− Keep children under the age of 8 away from the product and
mains cord.
− Do not leave the product unattended while in use or when
connected to the mains supply.
− Make sure that children do not play with the plastic wrapping.
They may get caught in it when playing and suffocate.
− If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
−Do not use the product with an external timer or a separate
remote control system.
−Misuse of the product may lead to injury.
−Do not use the product for anything other than its intended
purpose.
−Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of a table or
countertop. Children may pull on it, resulting in injury.
−WARNING: Avoid spillage on the product.
−The product remains hot after use. Allow it to cool down
completely. Always use heat-insulated oven gloves or oven
mitts to take hold of the product.
−Always disconnect the product from the mains supply if it is left
unattended, and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning it.
−Do not use accessories that are not supplied with this product.
The use of accessories that are not recommended or sold by
the manufacturer can cause fire, electric shock or injuries.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible fortheir safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
−The food may burn. Therefore, do not use the product near or
below combustible materials, such as curtains.

−Do not use the product in close vicinity of flammable materials
such as curtains, drapes, paper, wall coverings, tea towels or
clothing. Do not use it under a cupboard or close to a wall as
scorching may occur.
−Regarding the instructions for cleaning surfaces in contact
with food, refer to the chapter “Cleaning and maintenance”.
Safety
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Risk of electric shock!
A faulty electrical installation, excessive line voltage, or incorrect
operation may result in an electric shock.
− Only connect the product if the line voltage of the socket corresponds
to the data on the rating plate.
− Only connect the product to an easily accessible socket so that you can
quickly disconnect it from the mains supply in the event of a problem.
− Do not use the product if it is damaged or if the mains cord or plug
is defective.
− Do not open the housing; instead, have a qualified electrical person to
perform repairs. Liability and warranty claims are waived in the
event of repairs performed by the user, improper connection or
incorrect operation.
− Do not immerse the product or the mains cord in water or other
liquids.
− Never touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.
− Do not pull the mains plug out of the socket by the cord;
instead, always pull it out by the plug itself.
WARNING!

WARNING!
Safety
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− Do not place the product such that there is a risk of it falling into
a tub or sink.
− Never reach to retrieve an electrical device if it has fallen into
water. In such a case, immediately disconnect the mains plug.
− Never insert any objects into the housing.
− Always unplug the product when you are not using it, when
you intend to clean it, or in the event of a malfunction.
− If the surface of the housing or cooking plates crack, switch off
and unplug the product to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Scalding, burn and fire hazard!
The surfaces are liable to get hot during use.
− Do not leave the product unattended while it is heating up,
still hot or still cooling down.
− Do not touch the hot parts of the product with bare fingers during
operation. Always use heat-insulated oven gloves or oven mitts
to take hold of the product. Only use the designated handle areas
to take hold of the product. Keep in mind that the product is still
hot for a while after it has been switched off. Clearly advise other
users of the risks.
− Do not transport and carry the product while it is still hot.
− Hot steam may be emitted when opening and closing the lid
and while cooking. Protect yourself against hot steam.
− Let the product cool off completely before cleaning or stowing it.
− Never move, pull, or carry the product by its mains cord.
− Keep the product and mains cord away from open flames and
hot surfaces.
− Lay the mains cord so that it does not pose a tripping hazard.
− Do not kink the mains cord and do not lay it over sharp edges.
− Only use the product indoors. Do not use the product in damp
rooms or in the rain.

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NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage to the
product.
− Place the product on an easily accessible, level, dry, heat-
resistant and sufficiently stable work surface. Do not place the
product on the edge of the work surface.
− Make sure that the product is not set up under cupboards or in
a corner to prevent it from overheating. Also make sure there
is sufficient distance to flammable materials like curtains or
table cloths.
− Never place the product on or near hot surfaces such as a hot
gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven, etc.
− Ensure that the mains cord does not come into contact with
hot parts.
− Never expose the product to high temperatures (heaters, etc.)
or to the effects of the weather (rain, etc.).
− Never fill the product with liquid.
− Never attempt to clean the product by immersing it in water
and do not use a steam cleaner to clean it. Otherwise, you
could damage the product.
− Never place the product in the dishwasher. It would be
destroyed as a result.
− Stop using the product if its plastic parts exhibit cracks or
breaks or are deformed.
− Always disconnect the product from the mains socket when not
in use, before moving or cleaning.
− Do not operate the product inside a cabinet or under a wall
cabinet. When storing in a cabinet, always unplug the product
from the mains supply.

Product description
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− Use only heat-proof synthetic or wooden utensils when
removing food from the product. This prevents damage to
the non-stick coating on the cooking plates. Do not use metal
utensils and make sure that the utensils are not pointed or
have sharp edges.
Product description
The product is exclusively designed for grilling food such as steaks and is ideal for
toasting sandwiches, paninis or other thicker foods (see Fig. A).
A
− Unavoidable food splashes may occur when preparing meals.
Make sure that the work surface is easy to clean and maintain.
If applicable, place a suitable and heat-resistant base under
the product.
− Set up the product so that the heat emitted during use is
dispelled into the surroundings.

First use
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First use
Checking the product and package contents
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
If you are not cautious when opening the packaging with a sharp knife
or other pointed object, you may quickly damage the product.
− For this reason, be very careful when opening it.
1. Take the product out of the packaging.
2.Check to make sure that all parts are included (refer to Parts Guide).
3.Check whether the product or individual parts are damaged. If this is
the case, do not use the product.
Basic cleaning
1. Remove the packaging material and all plastic wrappings.
2. Clean the cooking plates 7/8and all parts of the product before
first use as described in the chapter “Cleaning and maintenance”.
Conditioning the cooking plates
Condition the non-stick cooking plates
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for long-term protection.
For detailed
operating instructions, see the chapter “Use”.
1. Switch the product on and let the cooking plates heat up for a few minutes.
2. Carefully spread a little vegetable oil onto the preheated cooking plates
using a silicone brush or paper towel. Be cautious as the cooking plates
are hot. Use oven gloves if necessary.
3. Leave the oil coating on the cooking plates, but wipe off any excess oil
with a paper towel.
4. Switch the product off and let it cool down completely.
Before first use, operate the product without food to burn off any
manufacturing residues. Odour or smoke may be produced and there
is no cause for concern. Make sure that there is adequate ventilation
(e.g. by opening a window).

Use
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Use
WARNING!
Scalding, burn and fire hazard!
The surfaces are liable to get hot during use.
− Hot steam may be emitted when opening and closing the lid
and while cooking. Protect yourself against hot steam.
− Do not touch the hot parts of the product with bare fingers
during operation. Always use heat-insulated oven gloves or
oven mitts to take hold of the product. Only use the designated
handle areas to take hold of the product. Keep in mind that
the product is still hot for a while after it has been switched off.
Clearly advise other users of the risks.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage to the
product.
− The cooking plates have a non-stick coating. Do not cut the
food on the cooking plates or use metal or other sharp-edge
utensils to remove the food.
− The green indicator light 1illuminates when the product is
connected to power.
− The red indicator light 2illuminates when the product is
heating up.
− During cooking, the red indicator light cycles between on and off to
keep the product at the optimum operating temperature.
− Neverhandle the food with sharp or metal utensils while it is cookingon
the cooking plates. These utensils could damage the non-stick coating.
− Cooking times are generally halved compared to traditional grilling
as the food is cooked from the top and the bottom at the same time.
− When grilling several batches of food, keep the lid closed between
each batch to preserve the heat for the next round of grilling.

Use
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1. Place the product on a flat, dry, stable, heat-resistant surface.
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2. Slide the drip tray 6under the bottom cooking plate 8at the front of the
product to catch any fat or liquid released from the food during cooking (see Fig. 1).
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3. Close the lid 4with the handle 5(see Fig. 2).
4. Insert the plug of the mains cord 3into a properly installed mains socket to
turn on the product. The green indicator light 1and red indicator light 2
illuminate and the product begins to heat up (see Fig. 2).
5. When the red indicator light turns off, the product is at the optimum operating
temperature and is ready for use. Open the lid with the handle.
6. Grease the top and bottom cooking plates 7
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with a little vegetable oil to
improve cooking results and ease food removal from the cooking plates after
cooking.

Faults and troubleshooting
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7. Place the food to be grilled on the bottom cooking plate and carefully close the lid.
8. Grill the food according to the time in your recipe or to your personal preference.
9. Open the lid with the handle when the time is up.
10. Use a heat-resistant kitchen utensil (e.g. a wooden spatula) to remove the food
from the product.
Never use a metal knife as this will damage the non-stick coating on the cooking
plates.
11. When cooking is completed, disconnect the mains cord from the mains socket.
12. Let the product cool off completely. Then clean all parts of the product as
described in the chapter “Cleaning and maintenance”.
Allow the contents of the drip tray to cool before removing it.
Caution, there is a risk of burns.
Faults and troubleshooting
Problem Solution
Smoke or a smell is being
emitted from the product.
− If you are using the product for the first time,
odour or smoke may be produced and there
is no cause for concern. They will dissipate with
time. Make sure that there is good ventilation.
The green indicator light 1
does not illuminate.
− Ensure that the product is connected to a
suitable
mains socket and the mains switch is
turned on.
− Check that the mains socket is not defective by
plugging in another device.
− Check the indicator light is not defective.
Contact After Sales Support if it is defective.
The red indicator light 2
does not illuminate.
− The red indicator light only illuminates when
the product is heating up. It turns off when the
product has reached the optimum operating
temperature.
− Check the indicator light is not defective.
Contact After Sales Support if it is defective.
The food is not cooked after
4–5 minutes.
− Close the lid 4gently andcook for a longer
period, check regularly.

Cleaning and maintenance
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Cleaning and maintenance
WARNING!
Burn hazard!
Parts of the product will stillbe very hot after use.
− Do not touch the hot parts of the product.
− Always switch off the product, unplug the mains cord, and let
the product cool downcompletely before cleaning and storage.
NOTICE!
Risk of short circuit!
Water that has penetrated the housing may cause a short circuit.
− Make sure that no water penetrates the housing.
− Do not pour water onto the cooking plates and never immerse
the product in water.
NOTICE!
Risk of damage!
Improper handling of the product may result in damage.
− Do not use any aggressive cleaners, brushes with metal or nylon
bristles, or sharp or metallic cleaning utensils such as knives,
hard scrapers and the like. They could damage the surfaces.
− Do not put the product in the dishwasher or immerse it in
water or other liquids, as this will destroy it.
Cleaning
1. Unplug the product before cleaning.
2. Let the product cool off completely.
3. Clean the various parts of the product as follows.

Cleaning and maintenance
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Cleaning the housing:
− Use a damp cloth to wipe off the housing. Then let it dry completely.
Cleaning the cooking plates:
− Use paper towels to absorb and remove any fat or liquid
residue on the cooking plates 7/8.
− For residue that is burnt on and hard to remove, add a few
drops of cooking oil and let it soak for a few minutes. When
the residue has softened, wipe the cooking plates clean with
paper towels or a soft cloth. Then wipe the cooking plates dry
with a soft, lint-free cloth.
− Do not use any abrasive cleaners (steel wool, etc.) or chemical
solutions to clean the cooking plates or the product.
Cleaning the drip tray:
− Empty the drip tray 6and wipe away any fat or liquid
remaining inside it. Wash the drip tray in warm soapy water,
rinse with clean water, and then let it dry completely.
Storage
All parts must be completely cool and dry before being stored.
− Never wrap the mains cord tightly around the product. Do not put any stress on
the mains cord 3where it enters the product as this could cause it to fray and
break.
− To store the mains cord, loosely wrap the mains cord around the tabs in the cord
storage area 9found underneath the product.
− Always store the product in a dry area.
− Protect the product from direct sunlight.
− Store the product so that it is not accessible to children.

Technical data
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Technical data
Model: FG306
Supply voltage:
Power: 1,500 W
Protection class: I

12 Month Warranty
Thank you for your purchase.
Your new product is warrantied to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for the period stated above, from the date of purchase, provided
that the product is used in accordance with accompanying recommendations or
instructions where provided. This warranty is in addition to your rights under the
Australian Consumer Law.
For New Zealand customers, this warranty is in addition to statutory rights
observed under New Zealand legislation.
We will provide you with your choice of a refund, repair (where possible) or
exchange (availability dependent) for this product if it becomes defective within
the warranty period. The business will bear the reasonable expense of claiming
the warranty.
This warranty will no longer apply where the defect is a result of alteration,
accident, misuse, abuse or neglect.
Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase and contact our Customer Service
Centre as listed below, for the entity you purchased this product from, for any
diculties with your product. Warranty claims and claims for expense incurred
in returning this product can be addressed to the respective Customer Service
Centre.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure
and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to
be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Contact for Kmart purchases
Kmart Australia Ltd.
C/- Customer Service Centre
690 Springvale Road,
Mulgrave Vic 3170
Customer Service: 1800 124 125
(Australia) or 0800 945 995
(New Zealand) or via
Customer Help at kmart.com.au
Target Australia Pty Ltd
C/- Customer Service Centre
2 Kendall Street, Williams Landing,
Vic, 3027
Customer Service: 1300 753 567
or via Customer Help at
target.com.au/help/contact-us
Contact for Target purchases
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