Caso PB 1000 Quick start guide

Original
Operation Manual
Perfect Breakfast Grill
PB 1000
Item no. 12830

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USA Branch
CASO Design USA LLC
50 Mountain View Rd
Warren, NJ, 07059
[e-mail]
www.CasoDesignUSA.com
T.: 908.604.0677
Document No.: 12830 2014-08-01
© 2014 Braukmann GmbH

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1 Operating Manual ...................................................................6
1.1 Important Safeguards.................................. ...........................................................6
1.2 General.................................. ...................................................................................6
1.3 Information on this manual ....................................................................................6
1.4 Warning notices................ ......................................................................................7
1.5 Limitation of liability......... ......................................................................................7
1.6 Copyright protection...............................................................................................8
2Safety.................... ................................................................... 8
2.1 Intended use..................... .......................................................................................8
2.2 General Safety information ....................................................................................8
2.3 Sources of danger...................................................................................................9
2.3.1 Dangers due to electrical power................... .............................................................9
3Set up.....................................................................................10
3.1 Safety information.................................................................................................10
3.2 Delivery scope and transport inspection ............................................................10
3.3 Disposal of the packaging....................................................................................10
3.4 Setup................................. .....................................................................................11
3.5 Electrical requirements.........................................................................................11
4Design and Function ............................................................11
4.1 Overview and assembling............................. .......................................................11
4.2 Features............................. ....................................................................................12
5Operation and Handling .......................................................12
5.1 Before initial use....................................................................................................12
5.2 How to use..............................................................................................................13
6Cleaning and Maintenance ..................................................13
6.1 Safety information..................................................................................................13
6.2 Cleaning …………………... ....................................................................................13
6.3 Cleaning the control probe…………………..........................................................13
6.4 Cleaning the hotplate and drip tray…………………... .........................................14
6.5 Storage..…………………........................................................................................14
7Disposal of the Old Device ..................................................14
8Guarantee............... ............................................................... 14
9Technical Data........ ..............................................................15

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1 Operating Manual
1.1 Important Safeguards
1. Read all instructions before using.
2. To protect against electrocution do not immerse any part of the unit in liquid.
3. Children must have adult supervision when near the unit. Do not let children operate
the unit without adult supervision.
4. Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool
before cleaning.
5. Inspect the unit, its power cord and plug for any damage before using. If there appears
to be any damage or if the unit shows signs of malfunctioning, do not use the
appliance. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for inspection
and repair.
6. Do not use accessory attachments that have not been recommended by the
manufacturer.
7. Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces or hang over sharp edges.
8. Do not place the unit on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or heated oven.
9. Exercise caution when moving cookware containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
10. To unplug the unit, turn off the unit, then remove the plug from its outlet.
11. Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.
12. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1.2 General
Thanks for using our Perfect Breakfast Grill. Before use, please read this manual carefully
to correctly understand how to use the Perfect Breakfast Grill. This manual for reference
when neccessary. If there are any questions during use, please contact our customers
service or our company directly. We are always at your service. Thank you very much.
1.3 Information on this manual
These Operating Instructions are a component of the Perfect Breakfast Grill (referred to
hereafter as the device) and provide you with important information for the initial set-up,
safety, intended use and care of the device.
The Operating Instructions must be available at all times at the device. This Operating
Manual must be read and applied by every person who is instructed to work with the
device:
•Set up
•Operation
•Troubleshooting
•Cleaning
Keep the Operating Manual in a safe place and pass it on to the subsequent owner along
with the device.

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1.4 Warning notices
The following warning signs are used in the Operating Manual concerned here.
Danger
A warning signs of this level of danger indicates a potentially dangerous situation.
If the dangerous situation is not avoided, this can lead to death or serious injury.
►Observe the instructions in this warning signs in order to avoid the danger of death or
serious personal injury.
Warning
A warning sign of this level of danger indicates a possible dangerous situation.
If the dangerous situation is not avoided, this can lead to serious injury.
►Observe the instructions in this warning notice in order to avoid the personal injury.
Attention
A warning sign of this level of danger indicates a possible dangerous situation.
If the dangerous situation is not avoided, this can lead to slight or moderate injury.
►Observe the instructions in this warning notice in order to avoid the personal injury.
Please note
A sign of this kind indicates additional information, which will simplify the handling of the
machine.
1.5 Limitation of liability
All the technical information, data and signs with regard to the installation, operation and
care are completely up-to-date at the time of printing and are compiled to the best of our
knowledge and belief, taking our past experience and findings into consideration.
No claims can be derived from the information provided, the illustrations or descriptions in
this manual.
The manufacturer does not assume any liability for damages caused as a result of the
following:
•Non-observance of the manual
•Uses for other than purposes
•Improper repairs
•Technical alterations
•Use of unauthorized spare parts
All translations are carried out to the best of our knowledge. We do not assume any liability
for translation errors, not even if the translation was carried out by us or on our
instructions. The original German text remains solely binding.

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1.6 Copyright protection
This document is copyright protected.
Braukmann GmbH reserves all the rights, including those for photomechanical
reproduction, duplication and distribution using special processes (i.e. data processing,
data carriers, data networks), even partially. Subject to content and technical changes.
2 Safety
This chapter provides you with important safety notices when handling the device.
The device corresponds with the required safety regulations. Improper use can result in
personal or property damages.
2.1 Intended use
This device is only intended for use in households in enclosed spaces for:
•Roasting and cooking meat, vegetables, bread, etc.
Uses for a different purpose or for a purpose which exceeds this description are
considered incompatible with the intended or designated use.
Warning
Danger due to unintended use!
Dangers can emanate from the device if it is used for an unintended use and/or a different
kind of use.
►Use the device exclusively for its intended use.
►Observe the procedural methods described in this Operating Manual.
Claims of all kinds due to damages resulting from unintended uses are excluded.
The User bears the sole risk.
2.2 General Safety information
Please note
Please observe the following general safety notices with regard to the safe handling
of the device.
►This appliance must not be used by persons (including children) with physical or mental
impairments or by inexperienced persons, unless properly trained or instructed in the
safe use of the appliance, or unless they have been properly supervised by a qualified
person who will be responsible for their safety.
►Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
►Do not use the appliance for other than intended purpose.
►Do not place the appliance on or near an electric or gas stove.
►Do not place the appliance at the edge of a utility surface or on an unstable surface.
►Always place the appliance on an even, dry surface.
►Do not dip the host, power cord and/or plug into water or other liquid.

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►Do not use the appliance without the drip tray.
►The temperature of accessible surfaces may be higher if the appliance is in operation.
Be careful not to touch the heated stainless outer surface or grilling surfaces. Use the
handle to lift the upper grilling plate.
Please note
►Always turn off the appliance and disconnect it from the outlet if you leave it
unsupervised or when not in use and before cleaning.
►Allow the appliance to fully cool down before moving, cleaning or storing it.
►Clean the grilling plates after each use (see chapter “Cleaning“).
►Store the appliance out of children's reach. If children handle the appliance without adult
supervision, the appliance could be damaged or a child could get injured.
►Do not disconnect the appliance from the outlet by pulling on the electric cord - it may
damage the power cord/outlet. Disconnect the cord from the outlet by gently pulling the
plug out.
►Make sure the power cord does not hang over the edge of a table, or that it is not
touching a hot surface.
►Do not use the appliance if it has a damaged power cord/plug. In case the power cord is
damaged, have it replaced at a technical service center.
►Do not leave the device unsupervised.
►The device can only be used with the provided temperature control dial.
►Do not leave plastic utensils in contact with appliance while cooking.
►Only use appliance fully assembled with all parts correctly in place, as specified in this
instruction book.
►Always turn the power off at the power outlet before you insert or remove a plug.
►This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
1. staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
2. farm houses;
3. by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
4. bed and breakfast type environments.
2.3 Sources of danger
2.3.1 Dangers due to electrical power
Danger
Mortal danger due to electrical power!
Mortal danger exists when coming into contact with live wires or subassemblies!
Observe the following safety notices to avoid dangers due to electrical power:
►Check that the rating of the appliance is the same as your local power supply.
►Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting
on or taking off parts and before cleaning or storing the appliance.
►Do not attempt to open the cabinet or dismantle any parts from the appliance; there is
no serviceable part inside.
►In case of damage to the power cord or any other part/component, do not use the
electrical appliance.
►Against an electrical shock do not dip the host, power cord and/or plug into water.
►Only plug the appliance into a correctly grounded outlet.

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►This appliance is not designed to be controlled using a programmed device, external
timer switch or remote control.
►Do not use the appliance if it is not working correctly, if it was dropped on the floor, if it
is damaged or has been submerged in water.
►In no case should you attempt to repair the unit yourself. To avoid electrical shock do
not make any alterations to the untit. Have all repairs or adjustments of the appliance
Danger
done at an authorized service center. Tampering with the appliance during the warranty
period will void the warranty policy.
►Do not use your appliance with an extension cord unless this cord has been checked
and tested by a qualified technician or service person.
3 Set up
This chapter provides you with important safety notices during the initial set up of the
appliance. Observe the following notices to avoid dangers and damages:
3.1 Safety information
Warning
Personal and property damages can occur during set up of the appliance!
Observe the following safety notices to avoid such dangers:
►Packaging materials may not be used for playing. There is a danger of suffocation.
3.2 Delivery scope and transport inspection
As a rule, the Perfect Breakfast Grill is delivered with the following components:
•Grill
•Drip tray
•Temperature control dial
•Instruction manual
Please note
►Examine the shipment for its completeness and for any visible damages.
►Immediately notify the carrier and the supplier about any incomplete shipment or
damages as a result of inadequate packaging or due to transportation.
3.3 Disposal of the packaging
The packaging protects the device against damages during transit. The packaging
materials are selected in accordance with environmentally compatible and recycling-
related points of view and can therefore be recycled.

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Returning the packaging back to the material loop saves raw materials and reduces the
quantities of accumulated waste. Take any packaging materials that are no longer required
to “Green Dot” recycling collection points for disposal.
Please note
►Keep the original packaging for the device for the duration of the guarantee period of
the device, in so the event of a guarantee claim that the device can be re-packaged
properly.
3.4 Setup
To ensure a safe and error free operation of the appliance the location should fulfill the
following requirements:
•Place the appliance on a firm and even work surface.
•Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or counter or touch hot surface.
•Do not operate the appliance near hot gas or hot stove.
•During operation of the appliance, there needs to be sufficient area for air circulation
above the appliance and on all its sides. n exhaust fan can also be used.
•Do not use the appliance near flammable materials such as curtains, kitchen towels,
wooden surfaces, etc.
•Do not place on top of any other appliances.
3.5 Electrical requirements
In order to ensure the safe and trouble-free operation of the appliance, the following
instructions must be observed for the electrical connection:
•Before connecting the appliance to an outlet, check that the technical details on the
appliance label match the electrical voltage in the socket to which you wish to connect
the appliance.
4 Design and Function
This chapter provides you with important safety notices on the design and function of the
device.
4.1 Overview and assembling

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1 Cool touch handles
2 Sloping grooves
3 Grill and flat hotplate with embedded M-shape heater
4 Removable drip tray
5 Control probe
4.2 Features
Cool touch handles
For easy carrying. Supports the hotplate and drip tray
Sloping grooves
To drain the grease efficiently for low-fat healthy grilling
Control probe
The temperature control dial is thermostatically controlled to ensure constant temperature,
and is removable for portability and easy cleaning.
Removable drip
Collects fats and juices during cooking.
Dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning
Grill plate:
Seals in the juices and flavors of your favorite foods, and allows fats to drip through the
grill bars for healthy, fat free cooking
Flat plate:
Ideal for cooking a variety of foods including eggs, bacon, onions, mushrooms and
tomatoes
Embedded heater:
The M-shape heater is cast into the hotplate to ensure fast heat-up, even heat distribution
and long heater life
5 Operation and handling
This chapter provides you with important notices with regard to operating the device.
Observe the following notices to avoid dangers and damages.

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Warning
►Do not leave the appliance unsupervised during operation.
5.1 Before initial use
1. Remove sticker from hotplate.
2. Wash the hotplate and drip tray in warm soapy water using a mild household detergent.
3. Dry hotplate and drip tray thoroughly.
4. Place drip tray into base.
5. For easy cleaning line the drip tray with aluminium foil. This will collect the fats and
juices.
6. For better non-stick performance, apply a thin coat of cooking oil and rub it in with a
paper towel before each use.
Warning
►Charcoal or similar combustible fuels must not be used with this appliance.
5.2 How to use
1. Insert the temperature control dial fully into the socket of the hotplate.
2. Plug the cord into a power outlet and turn the power ON.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired heat setting. When the thermostat light
switches off, the desired cooking temperature has been reached and the Grill is ready
to use.
4. The preheating time will depend on the heat setting selected. If a high heat setting is
selected, a longer preheating time is required.
Please note
►The thermostat light on the temperature control dial indicates the Grill is heated up. This
light will remain ON until the set temperature has been reached and then will cycle ON
and OFF throughout cooking. This will ensure that the Grill always maintains the
selected temperature.
►When barbecueing on high heat settings, the Grill will generate smoke. Selecting a
lower setting will reduce smoke. Adequate ventilation is recommended.
►Do not use sharp objects or cut food on top of the Grill.
6 Cleaning and maintenance
This chapter provides you with important signs with regard to cleaning and maintaining the
appliance. Please observe the signs to prevent damage due to cleaning the device
incorrectly and to ensure trouble-free operation.
6.1 Safety information
Attention

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Please observe the following safety signs, before you start cleaning the appliance:
►Prior to cleaning the contact grill, always turn the main switch to the off position, unplug
the power cord and let the grill cool down.
6.2 Cleaning
1. When cleaning the non-stick coating do not use metal or other abrasive scourers.
2. After cleaning, dry the Grill thoroughly with a soft cloth before storing.
3. Always turn the power off and remove the plug from the socket before cleaning.
4. Remove the temperature control dial from the socket of the Grill.
6.3 Cleaning the control probe
1. If cleaning is necessary, wipe over with a damp cloth.
2. Do not immerse the control probe in water or any other liquid.
3. Store the control probe carefully in a safe place. Do not knock or drop it as this can
damage the control probe.
6.4 Cleaning the hotplate and drip tray
1. The element in the hotplate is totally sealed, so it is safe to fully immerse it in water.
Wash the hotplate and drip tray in warm soapy water using a mild household detergent
and a soft washing sponge.
6.5 Storage
1. Always dry the Grill before storing.
2. Ensure the drip tray is correctly positioned.
3. Store the Grill on a flat surface on your bench top or cupboard.
Attention
►Before inserting temperature control dial in socket, ensure the interior of the socket is
fully dry. To do this, wipe interior of socket with a dry cloth or shake out excess water
vigorously.
7 Disposal of the Old Device
Old electric and electronic devices frequently still contain valuable materials. However,
they also contain damaging substances, which were necessary for their functionality and
safety.
If these were put in the non-recyclable waste or were handled incorrectly, they could be
detrimental to human health and the environment. Therefore, do not put your old device
into the non-recyclable waste under any circumstances.
Please note

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►Utilise the collection point established in your town to return and recycle old electric and
electronic devices. If necessary, contact your town hall, local refuse collection service or
your dealer for information.
►Ensure that your old device is stored safely away from children until it is taken away.
8 Guarantee
12 Months Limited Warranty
Caso Design USA warrants that for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase, this
product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. Caso Design USA at its option,
will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during
the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or
component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar
product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. DO NOT attempt to repair
or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this product. Doing so will void this
warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of the initial retail purchase
and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to
obtain warranty performance.
This limited warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the
following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use
contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than
Caso Design USA service center. Further this limited warranty does not cover: Acts of God,
such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.
What are the limits on Caso Design USA’s Liability?
Caso Design USA shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by
the breach of any express, implied or statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the
above warranty.
Caso Design USA disclaims all other warranties, conditions, or representations, express
implied, statutory or otherwise.
Caso Design USA shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase,
use or misuse of, or inability to use the product including incidental, special, consequential or
similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or
for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.

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Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the incidental
or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from
province to province, state to state, or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
9 Technical Data
Device
Perfect Breakfast Grill PB 1000
Article no.
12830
Net Weight
6.08 lbs
Rated Voltage
120 v
Rated Frequency
60 Hz
Motor Power
1500 watts