DeLonghi CG104 User manual

SMOKE FREE ELECTRIC GRILL & BROILER
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120V~60Hz 1650W

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces: Use handles or dials.
3. Before using this appliance, move it two to four inches away from the wall or any object on the counter
top. Remove any object that may have been placed on top of the appliance. Do not use on surfaces
where heat may cause a problem.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not place electrical equipment in water. See instructions for
cleaning.
5. Do not allow the appliance to be used by persons (including children) with psychological, physical or
sensory impairments or with inadequate experience or knowledge, unless closely supervised and
instructed by someone responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure they do not
play with the appliance.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Always turn the unit OFF before unplugging.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or
has been damaged in any manner. Call customer service center before returning appliance to the
nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Keep loose clothing, curtains, furniture and flammable material etc. away from the wall outlet where
the unit is plugged in.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner.
12. Do not move the appliance when there is hot water or hot drippings in the broiler drip tray.
13. If the outlet gets hot, please call a qualified electrician.
14. Do not use this appliance for anything other than intended use. For household use only.
15. Do not use outdoors.
16. Use extreme caution when removing the drip tray.
17. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, creating
a risk of electric shock.
18. Do not place food directly on the heating element.
19. A fire may occur if this appliance is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains,
draperies, walls, etc., when in operation.
20. Caution: Never leave the indoor grill unattended when grilling.
21. When grilling always use the drip tray.
22. Never place food containers on the heating element or on the non-stick grill plate.
23. Do not store any materials, other than the manufacturer's recommended accessories, under the heating
element.
24. Do not place any of the following materials on the indoor grill: paper, cardboard, plastic and the like.
25. Do not cover any part of the indoor grill with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the appliance.
26. To switch off the indoor grill, turn grill to OFF and remove the plug from the outlet.
27. Remember to check periodically the water level in the drip tray and to fill it to the recommended level.
28. Fuel such as charcoal briquettes must not be used with this appliance.
29. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify
the plug to bypass this safety feature.
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DESCRIPTION
ADrain cup
BNon-stick grill plate
B1 Griddle (flat plate) (optional)
CHeating element
DON/OFF switch
EIndicator light
FThermostat knob
GSide guides
HBroiler drip tray
IBroil rack
INSTALLATION
- Before use, make sure the appliance has
not been damaged during transport.
- Install the appliance on a horizontal
surface out of reach of children as certain
parts of the grill become extremely hot
during use.
- Before inserting the plug into the outlet,
make sure that:
- the power of the outlet corresponds to the
value indicated on the rating plate applied
to the accessory plug.
- the outlet has a minimum rating of 15A.
- the outlet is suitable for the plug. If this is
not the case, have the outlet replaced.
USE
- Before turning the appliance on, fill the broiler
drip tray with water (the water must ALWAYS
be between the MIN and MAX level).
- Insert the plug into the outlet and set the
switch (D) to the ON position. The
indicator light (E) comes on. Adjust the
thermostat knob (F) to the required
position (MIN - MED or MAX).
-Before using for the first time, operate the
appliance without food (with water in the
drip tray) with the thermostat at MAX for at
least 15 minutes to eliminate the "new"
smell and any smoke caused by the
presence of protective substances applied to
the heating element before transport.
During this operation, ventilate the room.
- We recommend preheating the appliance
for about 5-10 minutes before starting to
cook (start with the appliance cold only
when broiling and extend the cooking
times slightly).
- When you need to turn or check the meat,
remove the broiler drip tray carefully to
avoid spilling the water.
- To turn the appliance off, set the switch (D)
to the OFF position. Unplug from the outlet
and leave to cool down before emptying
the water.
IMPORTANT: the appliance will not work if
the broiler drip tray is not inserted correctly
in one of the two side guides (G). There is a
switch in the appliance which detects the
presence of the pan in order to prevent it
from operating empty.
The appliance is not intended to be operated
by means of an external timer or separate
remote control system.
THERMOSTAT KNOB (F)
The adjustable thermostat can be set to three
positions: MIN - MED - MAX.
MIN: recommended for keeping cooked food
warm.
MED: recommended for food which requires
long slow cooking (e.g. chicken).
MAX: recommended for all types of cooking
using the broiler or grill plate.
TIPS FOR OPTIMUM GRILLING
- Preheat the grill for 5-10 minutes.
- Marinade the meat before grilling to make
it more tender and tastier.
- Flavor the meat before cooking, add salt
when you serve.
- Turn the food over at least once during
cooking unless otherwise specified.
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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
a. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled
in or tripping over a longer cord.
b. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
c. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should 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 counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over.

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- Never descale fish to be grilled.
- When you grill fish, use a large flat
spatula to turn it over.
- Dry defrosted or marinated food well
before placing on the plate.
- Use nylon non-stick cooking utensils only.
Metal utensils could damage the non-stick
surface of your plate.
TYPES OF COOKING
USING THE GRILL OR GRIDDLE PLATE
When cooking food using the grill or griddle
plates always preheat the grill till the indicator
light (E) switches off. The grill plate is ideal for
cooking hamburgers, hot dogs, polenta,
vegetables, beef steaks etc. If you also bought
the griddle (B1) besides vegetables you can
also cook pancakes, eggs and bacon. The
plate can also be used to cook meat and fish
(as for grilling) with the difference that in this
case, contact between the food and the plate
will cause smoke. The thermostat must always
be in the MAX. position. When cooking with
the plate alone, you are recommended to
place water in the broiler drip tray to avoid the
appliance from overheating.
USING THE BROILER
(SMOKELESS)
You do not need to preheat the grill when
boiling food.
This is ideal for finishing grilled meats and fish
to cook them all the way through while still
maintaining the grilled flavor of the food. You
can also melt cheese on top of your food or
keep food warm. According to the size of the
food, place the broil tray in the top or bottom
position (in most cases, it is best to use the top
guide). Depending on the type of food to be
cooked, the thermostat can be set on MED or
MAX (see cooking table below). Always
remember to put water in the broil drip tray
and keep the level between MIN and MAX.
Turn the food over halfway through the
cooking time.
IMPORTANT: the grill plate and broiler can
both be used at the same time for double the
cooking capacity (the thermostat must be in
the MAX. position).
The times and quantities indicated above are
indicative only.
INDICATIVE COOKING TABLE
Food Type of Cooking Thermostat Time on Grill Time in Broiler
Steak Grill & Broil MAX 12 min. 5-15 min.
Pork Chops Grill & Broil MAX 20 min. 10-15min.
Hamburgers Grill MAX 10 min. -
Hot Dogs Grill MAX 7 min. -
Boneless chicken Grill & Broil MAX 12 min. 10 min.
Kebabs Grill & Broil MAX 10 min. 8 min.
Sausage Grill MAX 15 min. -
Salmon Fillet Broil MAX -20 min.
Zucchini Grill MAX 12 min. -
Eggplant Grill MAX 14 min. -
Whole Fish Grill & Broil MAX 16 min. 8 min.
Polenta Grill MAX 4 min. -
Pancakes Griddle MAX 8 min. -
Eggs Griddle MAX 6 min. -
Bacon Griddle MAX 8 min. -
Grilled Sandwiches Grill MAX 12 min. -

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APPETIZERS AND SIDE DISHES
Tri-Color Pepper and Eggplant Napoleon with
Smoked Mozzarella (Scamorza)
(Serves 4)
1 eight-oz yellow bell pepper
1 eight-oz. red bell pepper
1 eight-oz. green bell pepper
12 slices of peeled eggplant, ¼ inch thick
12 slices of smoked mozzarella (Scamorza), ¼
inch thick
Salt
(Note: Set grill on high 10 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Salt eggplant slices and set aside for 10
minutes prior to cooking.
2. Slice off sides of each pepper to get 4 thin
panels of each color.
3. Grill eggplant slices in the 10 o’clock
position for 3 minutes. Turn to the 2 o’clock
position and grill an additional 3 minutes.
Repeat on other side. Remove eggplant
and set aside.
4. Grill pepper panels, skin side up for 4
minutes in the 10 o’clock position. Turn to
the 2 o’clock position and grill an
additional 4 minutes. Repeat on other side.
5. In oven proof dishes, stack each serving as
follows: 1 slice eggplant, 1 red pepper
panel, 1 slice cheese, 1 slice eggplant, 1
green pepper panel, 1 slice cheese, 1 slice
eggplant, 1 yellow pepper panel and top
with 1 slice cheese.
6. Lower grill temperature to medium. Place
Napoleon stacks on lower level of broiler
and cook for 12 minutes. Serve.
Polenta
(Serves 4)
3 cups water
1 t salt
1 cup cornmeal
(Note: Set grill on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. On stove, bring water to a boil in a large
heavy pot. Add salt and reduce heat until
water is simmering.
2. Slowly add the cornmeal to water to avoid
lumps. Stir quickly with a whisk or long
wooden spoon. If necessary, stop adding
cornmeal from time to time and beat
mixture vigorously.
3. Cook, stirring constantly, 20 to 30 minutes.
Polenta will become very thick while
cooking. It is done when it comes away
cleanly from the sides of the pot.
4. Pour polenta onto a large wooden board or
a large platter, and smooth out polenta
evenly until 1 inch thick. Let cool 15 minutes
or until polenta solidifies.
5. Cut cooled polenta into circles using a
cookie cutter.
6. Place slices on the grill and cook for 2
minutes on each side, just enough to make
grill marks.
7. Place in a small ovenproof dish and cover
with fresh buffalo mozzarella. Cook under
broiler until cheese is melted.
Au Gratin Potatoes
(Serves 4)
4 small, boiled russet potatoes, sliced into ¼
inch slices
Salt and pepper
3 T butter
¼ C shredded Gruyere
¼ C shredded Mozzarella
(Note: Set grill on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Butter a shallow casserole dish.
2. Layer the potatoes into bottom of the
buttered casserole dish.
3. Add cheese and broil for 15 minutes, or
until cheese is completely melted.
Ricotta and Parmesan Stuffed Eggplant Parcels
(Serves 4)
12 one-oz. slices peeled eggplant, ¼ inch thick
6 oz. fresh Ricotta cheese
4 oz. Parmesan cheese
1 T extra virgin olive oil
1 t fresh chopped rosemary
1 t fresh chopped sage
1 t fresh chopped thyme
Salt and pepper
(Note: Set grill on medium-high 10 minutes
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1. Salt eggplant slices and set aside for 10
minutes prior to cooking.
2. Grill eggplant slices in the 10 o’clock
position for 3 minutes. Turn to the 2 o’clock
position and grill an additional 3 minutes.
Repeat on other side. Remove eggplant
and set aside.
3. Mix remaining ingredients in a bowl to
make filling.
4. Spoon filling evenly along the bottom of
each eggplant slice.
5. Roll eggplant slice up enclosing filling.
6. Grill or broil approximately10 minutes, or
to desired doneness.
Grilled Mozzarella Cheese Sandwiches
(Serves 4)
8 slices of white bread, crusts removed
8 slices of fresh buffalo mozzarella, ¼ inch
thick
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
(Note: Set grill on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Brush both sides of bread slices with extra
virgin olive oil.
2. Place 2 slices of cheese between 2 slices of
bread.
3. Place on grill at the 10 o’clock position for
3 minutes. Then turn to 2 o’clock position
for 3 minutes. Repeat on other side.
Serving suggestion: Cut each sandwich into 4
triangles and serve as appetizers.
FISH
Grilled Sea Bass with Onions and Olives
(Serves 4)
4 five-oz portions of fresh sea bass
7 oz. diced white onions
12 oz. diced green, pitted olives
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon
Salt and pepper
(Note: Set grill on high 10 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Add diced onions and olives plus ½ cup
extra virgin olive oil to a small ovenproof
ceramic dish. Place under broiler for 16
minutes, checking halfway through.
2. Place sea bass on grill facing the 10 o’clock
position for 4 minutes. Then turn sea bass
to 2 o’clock position for another 4 minutes.
Repeat for other side.
3. Place sea bass under broiler with onions
and olives for 8 minutes.
4. Remove dish from broiler. Squeeze lemon
and drizzle remaining extra virgin olive oil
on fish. Salt and pepper to taste.
Swordfish and Vegetable Skewers
(Serves 4)
2 six-oz. portions swordfish, cut into 16 cubes
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into cubes
1 red onion, cut into cubes
16 grape tomatoes
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 ten-inch wooden skewers, soaked in water for
15 minutes
(Note: Set grill on high 10 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Place 4 portions of each on water soaked
skewers, alternating cubed swordfish, red
onion, yellow pepper then grape tomato.
2. Place assembled skewers in a shallow
square dish, drizzle with extra virgin olive
oil, spread thyme on top, and set in
refrigerator for 30 minutes. Remove 10
minutes before grilling.
3. Grill two sides (opposite) 4-5 min each.
Then place under broiler for 8 minutes.
4. Remove skewers. Squeeze on lemon juice.
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and salt
and pepper to taste.
Fennel, Red Pepper and Onion Salad with
Grilled Calamari
(Serves 4)
8 oz. fennel, thinly sliced
4 oz. onion, thinly sliced
6 oz. red bell pepper, thinly sliced
8 tubes calamari
1 lemon
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
(Note: Set grill on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Place all of the thinly sliced fennel, red bell

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pepper and onion in a bowl and set aside.
2. Place 8 tubes of calamari on grill,
approximately 8 minutes for each side.
3. Two minutes prior to removing calamari from
grill, squeeze lemon and drizzle extra virgin
olive oil over fennel, red bell pepper and
onion mixture. Salt and pepper to taste.
4. Remove calamari from grill. Slice tubes into
thin rings. Mix with salad and serve.
MEAT
Spinach and Goat Cheese Stuffed Veal Parcels
(Serves 4)
16 round wooden toothpicks, soaked in water
15 minutes.
8 three-oz veal cutlets, pounded thin
8 oz. goat cheese
8 oz. baby spinach
3 cloves minced garlic
3 T extra virgin olive oil
(Note: Set grill on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Sauté spinach, garlic and extra virgin olive
oil. Set aside to cool.
2. Place each cutlet on a clean surface.
Spread 1 oz of the goat cheese evenly
along the bottom of the cutlet.
3. Squeeze the moisture from 1/8 of the
spinach mixture and spread evenly over
cheese on cutlet.
4. Roll cutlet up enclosing cheese and spinach
mixture. Insert toothpicks to keep parcels
from opening during the cooking process.
5. Grill veal parcels for 4 minutes on each side.
6. Place parcels under broiler and continue
cooking for an additional 4 minutes.
Grilled Pork Chops with Butter, Sage and
Lemon Sauce
(Serves 4)
4 one-inch thick bone-in pork chops
2 large lemons
¼ lb unsalted butter
6 fresh sage leaves, minced
Salt and pepper
(Note: Set grill on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Place pork chops on grill facing 10 o’clock
position for 5 minutes. Turn pork chops to 2
o’clock position for an additional 5 minutes.
Repeat process for other side.
2. Place under broiler, and cook to your
desired finishing temperature: 145 degrees
– medium, 155 degrees – medium well,
170 degrees – well done.
3. Place butter, sage and juice of ½ lemon in
each of 4 two oz. ramekins. Place under
broiler with pork chops for the last six
minutes of cooking.
Grilled Filet Mignon with Fresh Baby Arugula
and Shaved Parmesan Cheese
(Serves 4)
4 four-oz. filet mignon (beef tenderloin)
8 oz. shaved Parmesan cheese
2 large lemons, juiced
8 oz. fresh baby arugula
8 T extra virgin olive oil
(Note: Set grill on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Place filets on the grill facing the 10 o’clock
position for 3 minutes. Turn the meat to the
2 o’clock position for an additional 3
minutes. Repeat for other side.
2. You have the option to remove and serve,
place under broiler to complete cooking, or
finish on grill to desired temperature: 120
degrees – blue, 125 degrees – rare, 135
degrees medium rare, 145 degrees –
medium, 155 degrees – medium well, 170
degrees – well done.
3. Mix arugula, grated cheese, lemon juice,
and extra virgin olive oil. Salt and pepper
to taste.
Serving suggestion: Slice meat and serve
family-style on top of arugula mixture.
Chicken Parmegiana
(Serves 4)
4 five-oz. portions boneless, skinless chicken
breast
4 cups prepared marinara sauce
8 oz. shredded Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper
(Note: Set grill on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Grill chicken for 3 minutes in the 10 o’clock

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position. Then turn to the 2 o’clock position
and grill an additional 3 minutes. Repeat
for other side.
2. Slice grilled chicken into strips.
3. Place ½ cup marinara sauce in the bottom
of each single serve, oven proof dish. Then
place chicken strips, an additional ½ cup
marinara sauce, and top with 2 oz. of
shredded cheese.
4. Broil on medium approximately 10 minutes,
or to desired doneness.
Baby Lamb Chops
(Serves 4)
2 six-chop baby racks of lamb
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 T fresh ground rosemary
1 T fresh ground sage
1 T fresh ground thyme
Salt & Pepper
(Note: Set grill on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. Cut baby lamb racks into individual chops,
and place in a shallow bowl.
2. Mix together extra virgin olive oil and
ground herbs. Pour this mixture over the
lamb chops and let sit for 30 minutes.
3. Place chops on the grill facing the 10
o’clock position for 2 minutes. Turn the
meat to the 2 o’clock position for an
additional 2 minutes. Repeat for other side.
4. Salt and pepper to taste.
BREAKFAST
Pancakes (for griddle use only)
(Serves 4)
2 cup all-purpose flour
1 T and 1 ¾ t baking powder
1 t salt
1 T and ¾ t granulated sugar
1 ½ cup and 1 T milk
1 egg
3 T and 2 ¼ t butter, melted
(Note: Set griddle on high 15 minutes prior to
cooking.)
1. In a large bowl, sift together the flour,
baking powder, salt and sugar.
2. Make a well in the center and pour in the
milk, egg and melted butter; mix until
smooth.
3. Lightly oil the griddle.
4. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle,
using approximately 1/4 cup for each
pancake.
5. Brown on both sides and serve hot.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning the appliance, always unplug from the electrical outlet and allow to cool.
Never immerse the appliance in water, never wash under running water. Clean outside
surfaces with a wet sponge only. To remove the broil drip tray from the guide, pull it out
taking care not to spill the water. The broil rack, broil drip tray, non-stick grill plate and drain
cup can be washed by hand with soap and water. Never use abrasive pads or pointed or
sharp objects to clean the plate as this could damage the non-stick coating. To clean steel
elements, use a special detergent and abrasive pad. If necessary, clean the cord with a soft
cloth. Never immerse the cord in water or other liquids.