Cuisinart GR-1 - Griddler Panini & Sandwich Press User manual

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction booklet carefully before using.
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INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
Cuisinart® Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich Press
GR-1
Recipe
Booklet
Reverse Side

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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and/or injury, inlcuding the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING.
2. The use of attachments not recom-
mended or sold by the manufacturer
may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
3. Do not exceed the maximum capacities
listed in this use and care instruction
book.
4. Do not use outdoors.
5. To protect against the risk of electric
shock do not immerse unit in water or
other liquid.
6. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
7. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use han-
dles or knobs.
8. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near chil-
dren.
9. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts,
and before cleaning the appliance.
10. Do not operate any appliance with
a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions, or has been
damaged in any manner. Return appli-
ance to the nearest authorized ser-
vice facility for examination, repair or
adjustment.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or
electric burner, or in a heated oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot oil
or other hot liquids.
13. The appliance is not to be operated in
the open position.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer extension cords are available
and may be used if care is exercised
in their use.
If a long extension cord is used, the
marked electrical rating of the extension
cord must be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance, and
the longer cord should be arranged so
that it will not drape over the countertop
or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over.
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). To reduce
the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit
in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician.
Do not modify the plug in any way.
CONTENTS
Introduction ...............................................3
Parts and Features ....................................3
Before First Use .........................................3
Panini Press ...............................................3
Assembly Instructions ...............................4
Operating Instructions ..............................4
User Maintenance .....................................4
Cleaning and Care .....................................4
Storage ......................................................5
Warranty .....................................................5

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INTRODUCTION
Your new Cuisinart® Griddler™ Panini &
Sandwich Press lets you make authentic
panini at home. The secret is the adjust-
able floating hinge that keeps the upper
plate parallel to the lower plate, moving it
up or down to press the panini as it cooks.
A preset temperature ensures every
panini you grill will be crisp, golden
brown, and delicious!
PARTS AND FEATURES
1. Cover: Brushed stainless steel cover
with embossed logo is both elegant
and industrial.
2. Base: Sturdy base keeps the unit in
place while cooking.
3. Panini-Style Handle: Cast-metal
handle adjusts cover to accommodate
panini with various thicknesses.
4. Panini-Style Grill Plates: Nonstick,
panini-style grill plates evenly toast
and heat your panini.
5. Indicator Lights: Red and green lights
signal “power on” and “ready to cook.”
6. Cleaning/Scraping Tool: Helps clean
grill plates after cooking.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Remove all packaging materials and any
promotional labels from your panini
press. Be sure all parts of your new
appliance have been included before
discarding any packaging materials. You
may want to keep the box and packing
materials for use at a later date.
Before using your Griddler™ Panini &
Sandwich Press for the first time, remove
any dust accumulated during shipping by
wiping the base, cover and grill plates
with a damp cloth. Thoroughly clean
cleaning tool by using soapy water or
dishwasher.
PANINI PRESS
Use your Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich
Press to grill sandwiches, breads and
quesadillas.
The word “panini” is an Italian term for
grilled sandwiches. Panini can include a
combination of ingredients such as
vegetables, meat and cheese layered
between two pieces of freshly baked
bread. The sandwich is then pressed
between two grill plates to toast the
bread and warm the filling. Experiment
with a variety of savory or sweet
sandwiches for any meal. We recommend
using freshly baked bread to produce the
best-tasting panini. Popular breads for
panini are focaccia, michette, ciabatta,
and thick slices of Italian bread.
The Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich Press
was designed with a unique handle and
hinge that allows the cover to adjust to
the thickness of the sandwich you are
preparing. This allows for even toasting
and heating. Light pressure can be
applied to the handle to press and heat
the sandwich to your liking.
When cooking two or more panini, it is
important that the thickness of all
sandwiches is the same so the cover
will close evenly on the panini.

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ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich
Press on a clean, flat surface where
you intend to cook.
2. Plug the cord into a standard
electrical outlet.
3. When the unit is plugged in, the red
light will be illuminated and the unit
will be pre-heating.
4. When the red light switches to green,
your Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich
Press has reached the proper
temperature and is ready for use.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Once the Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich
Press is assembled properly you are
ready to begin cooking.
1. Plug the cord into a standard
electrical outlet. The red light will be
illuminated and the unit will be on.
2. Once the red light switches to green,
the unit has reached a preset temper-
ature that is perfect for grilling panini.
3. Place preassembled panini on the
bottom grill plate and lower top cover
using the panini-style handle. Please
note that sandwiches should be of
even thickness for perfect grilling
results.
4. If desired, apply light pressure to the
handle.
5. Grill panini for the desired amount of
time or until filling is warm.
6. Remove panini using a heat-resistant
plastic utensil or wooden spatula.
7. Unplug unit and wait for unit to cool
for at least 30 minutes before
cleaning.
Always exercise caution when handling
the Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich Press
during cooking. To open the Griddler™
Panini & Sandwich Press grasp the black
plastic area of the handle. This part of the
handle stays cool to the touch while
cooking. The arms are made of die-cast
aluminum and will become hot during
use. Do not touch them during or
immediately following cooking.
The Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich Press
top housing will become hot during use.
The cover is made of brushed stainless
steel and will become very hot and should
not be touched during or immediately
following cooking. If you need to adjust
the cover, be sure to use an oven mitt to
prevent burns.
USER MAINTENANCE
Never use metal utensils, as they will
scratch the nonstick plates. Instead, use
only wooden or heatproof plastic utensils.
Never leave plastic utensils in contact
with the hot grill plates. This includes the
cleaning tool provided.
Allow the Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich
Press to cool down completely (at least
30 minutes) before cleaning.
CLEANING AND CARE
CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING THE
APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE IT HAS
COOLED DOWN COMPLETELY.
Unplug unit from electrical outlet and
allow unit to cool. Use the cleaning/
scraping tool to remove any leftover food
from the grilling plates. The cleaning tool
can be washed by hand or in the
dishwasher.
The housing base and cover can be
wiped with a soft, dry cloth. For tough
stains, dampen cloth. Never use abrasive
cleaners or harsh pads.
STORAGE
Always make sure the Griddler™ Panini &
Sandwich Press is cool and dry before
storing.
The power cord can be wrapped around
the bottom of the base for storing.

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WARRANTY
Limited Three-Year
Warranty
This warranty is available to consumers
only. You are a consumer if you own a
Cuisinart® Griddler™ Panini & Sandwich
Press which was purchased at retail for
personal, family or household use. Except
as otherwise required under applicable
law, this warranty is not available to
retailers or other commercial
purchasers or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart® Griddler™
Panini & Sandwich Press will be free of
defects in materials and workmanship
under normal home use for 3 years from
the date of original purchase.
We suggest you complete and return the
enclosed product registration card
promptly to facilitate verification of the
date of original purchase. However, return
of the product registration card does not
eliminate the need for the consumer to
maintain the original proof of purchase in
order to obtain the warranty benefits. In
the event that you do not have proof of
purchase date, the purchase date for
purposes of this warranty will be the date
of manufacture.
If your Cuisinart® Griddler™ Panini &
Sandwich Press should prove to be
defective within the warranty period, we
will repair or, if we think necessary,
replace it. To obtain warranty service,
please call our Customer Service Center
toll-free at 1-800-726-0190 or write to:
Cuisinart, 150 Milford Road, East
Windsor, NJ 08520.
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of
your return, enclose $10.00 for shipping
and handling. (California residents need
only supply a proof of purchase and
should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping
instructions.) Please be sure to include
your return address, description of the
product's defect, product serial number,
and any other information pertinent to
the return. Please pay by check or
money order.
NOTE: For added protection and secure
handling of any Cuisinart® product that
is being returned, we recommend you
use a traceable, insured delivery service.
Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for
in-transit damage or for packages that
are not delivered to us. Lost and/or dam-
aged products are not covered
under warranty.
Your Cuisinart® Griddler™ Panini &
Sandwich Press has been manufactured
to the strictest specifications and has
been designed for use only with autho-
rized accessories and replacement parts.
This warranty expressly excludes any
defects or damages caused by accesso-
ries, replacement parts or repair service
other than those authorized by Cuisinart.
This warranty does not cover any damage
caused by accident, misuse, shipment or
other than ordinary household use.
This warranty excludes all incidental or
consequential damages. Some states
do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of these damages, so they may not apply
to you.
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