Gastroback 62539 User manual

Read all provided instructions before first usage!
Model and attachments are subject to change
For household use only!
DESIGN BBQ
ADVANCED CONTROL
Art.-No. 62539 »Design BBQ Advanced Control«
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards ................................................................................ 5
General Safety Instructions.................................................................... 5
Important Safeguards for Electrical Appliances ......................................... 8
High Temperatures – Risk of Burns ......................................................... 9
Non-Stick Coating ............................................................................ 10
Technical Specifications........................................................................... 11
Knowing Your New Contact Grill.............................................................. 12
Control elements Integrated in the Touchscreen....................................... 13
Properties of Your New Contact Grill......................................................... 14
Getting an Overview......................................................................... 14
Locking the Lid to the Base ................................................................. 15
Possible Positions of the Lid................................................................. 15
Closed Position ........................................................................... 15
Open Position............................................................................. 15
Flat Position................................................................................ 16
Height Control Feature....................................................................... 16
Swivel Bearings of the Lid .................................................................. 16
Temperature Probe ............................................................................ 16
Pre-Defined Programs......................................................................... 17
Grilling Timer ................................................................................... 18
Automatic Shut-Off ............................................................................ 19
Tips for Best Results................................................................................. 19
General Grilling Temperature Guide .................................................... 19
Grilling Meat and Fish....................................................................... 19
How to Check the Doneness of Your Steaks..................................... 20
Grilling Sandwiches .......................................................................... 21
Before First Use...................................................................................... 21
Operation............................................................................................. 22
Preparations..................................................................................... 23
Selecting a Program.......................................................................... 25
Positioning the Lid ............................................................................. 25
Adjusting the Height Control Feature .................................................... 26
Grilling Your Food ............................................................................ 26
Setting the Grilling Time ..................................................................... 28
Controlling the Core Temperature ........................................................ 29
After Usage ..................................................................................... 30
Disassembling the Appliance .............................................................. 31
Solving Problems.................................................................................... 32
Error Messages of the Appliance ......................................................... 34
Care and Cleaning ................................................................................ 35
Cleaning the Appliance ..................................................................... 36
Assembling the Appliance .................................................................. 37
Storage ................................................................................................ 38
Notes for Disposal.................................................................................. 39
Information And Service........................................................................... 39
Warranty.............................................................................................. 40
Household Use................................................................................. 40
We attach a certain importance to your safety. Thus, we ask you to read all provided
instructions and information in this booklet carefully and completely, before you start
running the appliance. This will help you to know all functions and properties of your
new appliance. We especially ask you to adhere strictly to the safety information
mentioned in these instructions.

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DEAR CUSTOMER!
The various helpful features of your new DESIGN BBQ ADVANCED CONTROL will
satisfy even high expectations easily. To cook your food remarkably quickly and
evenly without the need of extremely high temperature settings, you can close the
heated lid during operation. Via the height control feature and variable swivel bea-
ring of the lid even delicate food will not be squashed. For getting the best results,
the appliance can monitor the core temperature of your food automatically, when
using the provided temperature probe. The grilling timer ensures that you will not miss
the correct grilling time, when in stimulating conversion with your guests. Thus, apart
from steaks and sausages, even sandwich, small pizza, toast and French bread will
be done perfectly. Even for preparing larger amounts or keeping the flavours of dif-
ferent types of food separated, the DESIGN BBQ ADVANCED CONTROL will not
have to pass. Just fold back the lid by 180° for having two completely separated
grilling areas.
Due to the high-quality non-stick coating you can prepare your food without any
additional fat. This way of cooking complies with the criteria of modern diet. Avoi-
ding any annoying cleaning effort, the grilling plates and drip tray may be removed
and cleaned in an automatic dishwasher.
These instructions for use will inform you about the various functions and features,
which make it easy to take pleasure in your new contact grill.
We hope that you will enjoy your new DESIGN BBQ ADVANCED CONTROL.
Your GASTROBACK® GmbH
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Carefully read all instructions, before operating this appliance
and save for further reference. Do not attempt to use this appli-
ance in any other way and for any other purpose, than described in these
instructions (intended use). Any other use, especially misuse, can cause
severe injuries or damage by electric shock, heat, or fire.
These instructions are an essential part of the appliance. Do not pass the
appliance without this booklet to third parties. Any operation, repair and
technical maintenance of the appliance or any part of it other than descri-
bed in these instructions may only be performed at an authorised service
centre (see: ‘Warranty’). Please contact your vendor.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• This appliance is for household use only and NOT intended for use
in moving vehicles. Do not operate or store the appliance in humid or
wet areas or outdoors. Any use of accessories, attachments or spare
parts that are not recommended by the manufacturer or damaged in
any way may result in injuries to persons and/or damage.
• Check the entire appliance regularly for proper operation (e.g. check
for distortion, damaged grilling surfaces, excessively frayed or melted
parts, cracks, pollution or corrosion at the pins of the electrical con-
nectors). Do not operate the appliance, when the appliance or any
part of it is likely to be damaged, to avoid risk of fire, electric shock
or any other injuries to persons and/or damage. The appliance or
its parts are likely to be damaged, if the appliance has been subject
to inadmissible strain (e.g. overheating, mechanical or electric shock,
liquids running into the housing) or if the appliance is not working pro-
perly (e.g. overheating). If one of these cases occur during operation,
immediately unplug the appliance. Get in contact with an authorized
service centre for examination and/or repair.
• Operate the appliance on a well accessible, stable, level, dry, and
suitable large table or counter that is resistant against water, fat, and
heat. Do not place the appliance over a power cord or on inclined,
wet or plastic surfaces or surfaces with plastic coatings (e.g. paint) or
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while the appliance is cold, do not place the appliance on sensitive
and valuable surfaces (e.g. coated furniture). During operation keep
the appliance in an appropriate distance of at least 50 cm on each
side to the edge of the working space and to furniture, walls, boards,
curtains, and any sensitive objects to avoid risk of fire and damage
due to heat, steam, and splashes. Do not operate the appliance under
over hanging boards or drop lights. RISK OF EXPLOSION AND FIRE!
Do not heat any highly alcoholic beverages or food (e.g. mulled
wine, grog) via the appliance. Do not operate the appliance near
any inflammable, volatile liquids (e.g. highly alcoholic beverages
and food, spirit, benzine) to avoid high risk of injuries and dama-
ge. Due to the heat, volatile liquids will evaporate easily, genera-
ting an inflammable mixture that could catch fire by any source of
ignition (e.g. lit candles, cigarettes, parts of the appliance), causing
severe injuries to persons and serious damage. The appliance is
NOT suited for flambéing!
• Residues of food on the heating elements could be burnt to char-
coal during operation and could catch fire. Before assembling the
appliance, always check whether the grilling plates are completely
clean and dry. Do not operate the appliance, if the grilling plates are
polluted or damaged in any way.
• This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, senso-
ry or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge (inclu-
ding children aged from 8 years), if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand and consider the hazards involved. Cleaning and user main-
tenance may not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and
supervised. Children must always be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance or any parts of the appliance or the
packaging. Always keep the appliance where it is dry, frost-free, and
clean, and where young children cannot reach it. Do not leave the
appliance or any part of it unattended, when in reach of young children.
• Do not place the appliance or any part of it in a range, or on or near
hot surfaces (e.g. burner, heater, or oven). Do not use any parts of the
appliance with any other device or for any other purpose.
• Before operation, always ensure that the appliance is assembled
completely and correctly according to the instructions in this booklet.
Only operate the appliance with both grilling plates and the drip tray
inserted correctly, to avoid risk of overheating, fire and electric shock!
Do not handle the appliance or any part of it with violence. Always
slide the height control clip to the “OPEN” position, before operating
the appliance.
• Do not use any hard or sharp-edged objects with the appliance (e.g.
metal scrapers). For example, use barbecue tongs made of heat-resi-
stant plastic or wood to take your food. Do not use any utensils that
could melt, burn, crack, get distorted, or give off harmful substances,
when exposed to heat.
• Fresh moistened food will splash, when placed on the hot grilling area,
and hot steam will escape. During operation, do not hold any part of
your body or delicate objects over or near the grilling plates. Always
ensure that persons (including you) stay in sufficient distance to the
appliance during operation. Always expect that splashes of hot fat and
juices will escape form the grilling plates. Exclusively use the appliance
for domestic use and for cooking food that is fit for consumption.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended, when it is connected to
the power supply. Always unplug the appliance, and leave the
appliance cool down, before moving, or cleaning the appliance, or
assembling or disassembling the grilling plates, or when the appli-
ance is not in use. Open and close the lid carefully without violence
to avoid damage and to ensure that the appliance will not fall over.
Always ensure to empty the drip tray and grilling plates and slide the
height control feature to the “LOCK” position, before tilting and lifting
the appliance by the handle (see: ‘Height Control Feature’). Do not
hold the appliance at the power cord or at the cable connecting the
lid and base for moving the appliance.
• Do not place any hard and/or heavy objects on the appliance or
any part of it. Do not use any abrasive cleaners, cleaning pads (e.g.
metal scouring pads), or any corrosive chemicals (e.g. bleach) for
cleaning. Do not place the housing, temperature probe, or power
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• Do not leave any food dry on the appliance. Always clean the appli-
ance after each use to prevent an accumulation of baked-on food
(see: ‘Care and Cleaning’). Always keep the appliance and its parts,
where it is clean.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
The appliance is heated electrically. Place the appliance near a suita-
ble wall power outlet to connect the appliance directly to a protected
mains power supply with protective conductor (earth/ground) connected
properly. Ensure that the voltage rating of your mains power supply cor-
responds to the voltage requirements of the appliance (220-240 V,
50/ 60Hz, AC, rated for at least 16A). The power outlet socket must be
installed separately from other power outlet sockets to avoid interference
with other appliances.
The installation of a residual current operated circuit breaker (r.c.c.b.)
with a maximum rated residual operating current of 30mA in the supp-
lying electrical circuit is strongly recommended. If in doubt, contact your
electrician for further information.
• In various foreign countries, the specifications for power supplies are
subject to incompatible norms. Therefore, it is possible that power sup-
plies in foreign countries do not meet the requirements for safe opera-
tion of the appliance. Thus, before operating the appliance abroad,
ensure that safe operation is possible. Do not use any desk top multi
socket outlet, external timer, or remote control systems.
• It is best to avoid using an extension cord, but if you wish to use one,
ensure that it is of sufficient length and rated for a maximum continuo-
us current of at least 16A with safety plug, safety coupler plug, and
protective conductor (earth/ground) connected properly.
• When laying power cords, always ensure that no one will step on
the power cord or get entangled or trip over the power cord. Also,
ensure that no tension is applied to any part of the power cord. Tie
the extension cord loosely onto the leg of the table using a separate
cord, to ensure that no one will pull the power cord. To disconnect:
Always unplug the extension cord from the power supply first.
• Always handle power cords with care. The pins of the power plug
must be smooth and clean. Always completely unwind the power
cord before use. Do not place the appliance on a power cord.
Power cords may never be knotted, twisted, pulled, strained or squee-
zed. Do not let the plug or power cord hang over the edge of the
table or counter. The power cord may never touch hot surfaces or
sharp edges. Ensure that no one will pull the appliance by the power
cord. Take care not to entangle in the power cord. Always grasp the
plug to disconnect the power cord.
• Do not touch the appliance or power plug with wet hands when the
appliance is connected to the power supply. DO NOT pour or spill
any liquids on or in the housing of the appliance or on the power
cord. Do not place or immerse the appliance or power cord in water
or other liquids. Always keep the appliance and the table or counter
clean and dry, and wipe off spilled liquids immediately. Do not place
the appliance on wet surfaces. When liquids overflowed or are spil-
led into the housing or on the power cord, do not touch the appliance
but immediately unplug the appliance. Thereafter, clean the appli-
ance and let it dry for at least 1 day (see: ‘Care and Cleaning’). Do
not place any clothes or tissue or other foreign objects under or on
the appliance during operation, to avoid risk of fire, electric shock
and overheating.
HIGH TEMPERATURES –RISK OF BURNS
The DESIGN BBQ ADVANCED CONTROL is designed for cooking food.
For this purpose, the grilling surfaces are heated electrically up to 240°C
(460°F). Thus, improper handling could cause severe injuries and damage.
Please keep this in mind to avoid burns and damage.
• The grilling plates, drip tray, and complete exterior of the appliance
can be very hot during operation and some time thereafter. Additi-
onally, during cooking of your food, hot steam and splashes could
escape. Do not touch the hot surfaces with any parts or your body
or any objects sensitive to heat, fat, or moisture while the appliance
is hot. Only touch the appliance and its parts at the operating ele-
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condensate, when placing food on the grilling surfaces. Protect your
hands and arms with oven gloves. Do not leave any foreign objects
on the hot grilling surfaces (e.g. barbecue utensils). The grilling sur-
faces are intended exclusively for heating food. Do not place any
foreign objects (e.g. cups, dishes or cooking pots) on the grilling sur-
faces to avoid damage. Do not leave any cooking utensils lay on the
grilling surfaces. DO NOT touch the grilling surfaces via the tempe-
rature probe of the appliance. Do not place the temperature probe
on the appliance, while the appliance is hot.
• Do not move or disassemble the appliance, when it is hot. Always
leave the appliance and all its parts cool down before removing the
drip tray and grilling plates, and before moving and cleaning the
appliance. Do not place the appliance on heat-sensitive surfaces,
while the appliance is hot. Always ensure that the drip tray and the
grilling plates are completely empty, before tilting the appliance or
moving the appliance to the upright position.
NON-STICK COATING
The grilling surfaces of your DESIGN BBQ ADVANCED CONTROL are
provided with high quality non-stick coatings. Even without using additional
oil, food will not stick to the coated surfaces. Some types of food may cau-
se discolouration. This will not affect the cooking performance.
Please adhere to the following precautions:
• Before first use and each time after cleaning the grilling plates in
an automatic dishwasher: wipe the non-stick coatings of the grilling
surfaces with a little cooking oil. Thereafter, there is no need to add
any further oil for cooking.
• Do not use the grilling plates, if the non-stick coating is scratched, cra-
cked or detached due to overheating. Exchange the affected grilling
plate. For this, contact your vendor.
• Only use wooden or heat-resistant plastic cooking utensils with the
appliance. Do not use any hard or sharp-edged objects for scratching,
stirring, or cutting on the coatings. We will not be liable for damage to
the non-stick coating, if metal utensils or similar objects have been used.
• Do not use any oven cleaner or spray-on non-stick coatings with the
appliance.
• The non-stick coatings of the grilling plates minimise the effort of clea-
ning. For cleaning, do not use corrosive or abrasive cleaners or hard,
abrasive scouring utensils (e.g. metal scourers, wire brushes). Even
stubborn residues can be removed via a soft cloth or nylon brush
and warm dishwater or in the automatic dishwasher. For cleaning,
always remove the grilling plates from the appliance first (see:
‘Care and Cleaning’).
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model: Art.-No.: 62539 Design BBQ Advanced Control
Power supply: 220- 240 V AC, 50 /60 Hz
Power consumption: 2000W
Length of power cord: approx.150 cm
Weight: approx.8.2kg
Dimensions:
approx.430 x 345 x 185 mm (closed)
approx.430 x 485 x 380 mm (open)
approx.430 x 640 x 113 mm (folded back)
(width x depth x height)
Size of grilling areas: Base: 340 x 240mm
Lid: 340 x 240mm
Temperature: 80°C to 240°C (170°F to 460°F); variable in steps of 5°C (10°F)
Certificates:
These specifications may change without notice.

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1PROGRAM AREA
Holding the icons of 6 pre-defined programs: vegetable, meat, burger and panini, poultry, kebab, fish.
2DISPLAY AREA
Shows the currently set values: grilling time and temperature. The upper half holds the items of the core temperature control.
3CONTROL AREA
For selecting the required function (timer or temperature unit) and/or controlling the appliance manually.
4 VEGETABLES
Use it for all types of vegetables, vegetable balls, fruit
5 MEAT
Use it for cuts of meat: beef, veal, pork, lamb, game and venison,
meatballs
6 BURGER/ PANINI
Use it for any type of vegetables or pre-cooked meat between
slices of bread or buns: Burger and Panini, French bread, Sand-
wich, Toast, pancake, flap-jack, waffle. Ensure that the batter for
pancake waffle and the like will not run off the grilling surface.
7 POULTRY
Use it for each type of poultry: chicken, turkey, duck, goose
8KEBAB
Use it for spits with meat, sausage
9FISH
Use it for fish, sea food
10 PROBE BUTTON
Press here to activate the core temperature control
11 CURRENT CORE TEMPERATURE
The actual core temperature is shown by a line of dashes flashing
and illuminating one by one with the core temperature rising
12 SET CORE TEMPERATURE
The appliance sounds an acoustic signal, if this temperature is
reported by the temperature probe.
Selectable from 45°C to 75°C (113°F to 167°F)
13 GRILLING TIME
With the timer activated, the remaining grilling time will be
shown here as a countdown
14 GRILLING TEMPERATURE
The temperature set for the grilling plates
15 UNIT BUTTON
Press here to toggle the display between °C and °F
16 + TASTE
Use this button to increase the selected value
17 CLOCK BUTTON
For activating timer operation
18 - TASTE
Use this button to decrease the selected value
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KNOWING YOUR NEW CONTACT GRILL
CONTROL ELEMENTS INTEGRATED IN THE TOUCHSCREEN
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1STABLE METAL LID
Support with thermally insulated lid handle
2 PLASTIC ADJUSTING TAB
Used for turning the lid to the horizontal position, when grilling
delicate food
3LID WITH SEPARATE GRILLING PLATE
Mounted with height control feature for adjusting the upper gril-
ling plate according to the thickness of your food
4 PLATE RELEASE BUTTONS (EJECT)
Press these buttons to unlock the grilling plates for removing
5 EFFORTLESS REMOVABLE GRILLING PLATES
With integrated heating elements, dishwasher-safe
6 HEIGHT CONTROL CLIP
For adjusting the lid to the thickness of your food
7 DRIP SPOUTS
On each grilling plate for draining surplus juices
8HINGE RELEASE BUTTON
Press here for folding back the lid to the 180° flat position
9INTEGRATED STORAGE TRAY
Holding the temperature probe
10 TEMPERATURE PROBE
Use this sensor for monitoring the core temperature of your food
11 HOUSING
Anodized aluminium
12 TOUCHSCREEN CONTROL PANEL
Operating symbols and digital display
13 ON/OFF BUTTON
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PROPERTIES OF YOUR NEW CONTACT GRILL
Your new DESIGN BBQ ADVANCED CONTROL is perfectly suited for preparing
a wide variety of delicate grilling dishes. Even thin pancakes, flap-jacks, omelettes,
and waffles can be made on the flat grilling surface, while getting the typical grilling
marks on the structured grilling surface. Useful features will support you.
GETTING AN OVERVIEW
• 6 pre-defined programs for various types of food provide useful grilling tempe-
rature settings as a start-up. However, you can adapt the grilling temperature
within a reasonable range to your liking at any time during operation.
• You may select the temperature unit any time you like during operation: °C or
°F. However, the internal procedures of the appliance are operated on the °C
scale. Any values given in °F are computed via an internal conversion term, cau-
sing small and unimportant deviations.
• Due to the height control feature, the appliance may be used as a contact grill—
even when grilling delicate food like fish or tomatoes. Alternatively, you may
leave the lid in the stable upright position or use the full grilling area (approx.
1632cm²) by folding back the lid and placing food on the grilling surface of
the lid too.
• When folding back the lid or closing the lid for grilling, the lines of the structured
grilling plate will apply the typical grilling texture to your food. The level grilling
plate will do perfectly for preparing even flap-jacks, crepes and potato fritters.
• Highly powered heating elements heat the grilling surfaces in a quite short time
(max. 6 minutes with the lid closed), even when setting the highest possible gril-
ling temperature.
• Via the timer (max. 60 minutes), an acoustic signal can remind you, to take or
turn your food in time.
• Use the integrated temperature probe to monitor the core temperature in the cen-
tre of your food, thus always getting the desired doneness and optimum consi-
stency of your food.
• The heating elements are integrated in the grilling plates. Due to this direct
contact, useless energy losses are avoided. Nevertheless, the grilling plates are
removable and completely dishwasher-safe.
• The high performance non-stick coating of the grilling plates enable low fat coo-
king and ease the cleaning effort.
• Surplus juices accumulate in the drip tray that can be removed sideways easily.
If required, you can use the juices for making delicate sauces and dips.
LOCKING THE LID TO THE BASE
You may carry the appliance conveniently by the lid handle. For this, simply lock the lid
to the base of the appliance via sliding the height control clip to the “LOCK” position.
In this case, the lid will not open, when moving the appliance to an upright position.
Important: The “LOCK” position of the height control feature may only be used for
moving and storing the appliance. For operation or cleaning, do not forget to
unlock the lid by sliding the height control clip to the “OPEN” position first. With
the height control clip in the OPEN” position, the lid will open easily and without
effort. Do not attempt to apply any force for opening the lid to avoid damage.
POSSIBLE POSITIONS OF THE LID
The Design BBQ Advanced Control can be used with the lid settled in three different
positions. You should prefer contact grilling (closed position; see below). Using this
method, your food will be cooked at both sides simultaneously in a time and energy
saving way. Additionally, the DESIGN BBQ ADVANCED CONTROL can be used
with the lid left in the upright open position or folded back by 180° to use the lid
as an additional grilling surface for placing your food.
Closed Position
For using this feature, close the lid during grilling. This feature is useful for pre-heating
the grilling surfaces and for grilling most types of food, that can be cooked at both
sides (e.g. meat). After placing your food onto the grilling surface of the base, fold
the lid down carefully onto your food. If required, adjust the lid via the height control
feature to the thickness of your food (see below). Using this method, your food will
be cooked energy saving in the quickest possible way, because both sides will be
cooked simultaneously.
Typical Usage: for burgers, boneless slices of meat, fish, vegetables. Grilling any
combination of ingredients (e.g. vegetables, meats, and cheeses) layered between
two pieces of bread or folded tortilla and pita.
Open Position
The lid is folded up to the upright position. After heating up, by the handle, careful-
ly fold the lid up until it remains in the stable upper position. Then place your food
onto the grilling surface of the base. During the grilling process, leave the lid in the
upright position.
Typical Usage: cooking items, for which the upper grilling plate is not needed (e.g.
kebab, fish, pizza, items with soft toppings), because they shall be heated at one
side only. Especially thick food (e.g. burger).

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Flat Position
In the flat position, the lid is folded back completely, lying level to the base, offering
a second grilling surface. Use the flat position to double the grilling area. As an
additional benefit of this position, you can use a structured grilling surface for app-
lying the typical grilling marks, while simultaneously grilling other types of food on
the flat grilling plate. Using this position, quite different types of food can be cooked
simultaneously.
Typical Usage: As with the open position. Grilling larger amounts of food; cooking
food with different thickness simultaneously; cooking different types of food on diffe-
rent grilling surfaces simultaneously, if you wish to avoid combining flavours (e.g. fish
and sausages); grilling French toast, hash browns, open sandwiches, and kebabs.
HEIGHT CONTROL FEATURE
The lid of the DESIGN BBQ ADVANCED CONTROL can be adjusted to the thick-
ness of your food, using the height control feature. This way, even delicate and
tender ingredients (e.g. fish, Burger, or tomatoes) will not be squeezed, when lowe-
ring the lid for contact grilling. With the height control feature adjusted, the lid will
be locked in the selected distance to the lower grilling surface: from approx. 2cm
(position 1) to up to 5,5cm (position 5). Due to the swivel bearings of the lid, the
lid can be adjusted parallel to the lower grilling surface, thus cooking your food
evenly (see below).
Important: You cannot open the lid of the DESIGN BBQ ADVANCED CONTROL
with the height control clip in the “LOCK” position. Before use, always slide the height
control clip to the “OPEN” position first. Do not attempt to open the lid violently.
SWIVEL BEARINGS OF THE LID
The lid can be rotated within the lid support. For contact grilling, the lid can be adjusted
to slightly touch the food evenly on the complete grilling area. Therefore, those parts near
the lid hinge are not squeezed, when lowering the lid onto the food. The lid is not fixed
in the swivel bearings and may turn freely. Especially, when grilling cuts of tough meat
(e.g. beef steaks, cutlet), the lid adjusts according to your food automatically.
TEMPERATURE PROBE
On the left side of the control panel, the storage tray holding the temperature probe
is located. After pulling out and removing the storage tray, the probe connector is
accessible. Use the temperature probe for monitoring the core temperature of your
food.
Immediately after selecting the core temperature control via the probe button, you
may set the desired core temperature. When the set core temperature is reached,
an acoustic signal is given (see: ‘Operation / Controlling the Core Temperature’).
The actual core temperature within your food is shown via a line of dashes in the
upper half of the display area. The dashes will flash and then illuminate continuously
one by one while the actual core temperature is rising. Each dash is assigned to a
temperature value: 45°C (113°F), 50°C (122°F), 55°C (131°F), 60°C (140°F),
65°C (149°F), 75°C (167°F). Each one of these core temperature values can be
set as the desired core temperature.
Important: Some programs limit the range of possible core temperature values.
if you wish to set another core temperature, select another program or deactivate
the currently selected program.
Note
The temperature probe is inserted in an inner tray that can be removed from the
storage tray. You may place the inner tray beside the appliance and use it for
laying the temperature probe aside. If the temperature probe is not in use during
grilling, you should leave the storage tray inserted in the control panel. This way,
the probe connector is protected against pollution.
PRE-DEFINED PROGRAMS
6 pre-defined programs are provided for various types of food, holding appropriate
settings for the grilling temperature.
Program Icon Grilling
Temperature Range Use it for …
Vegetables 160°C / 320°F 130 - 190°C
270 - 370°F All types of vegetables, vegetable balls, fruit
Meat 230°C / 450°F 200 - 240°C
390 - 460°F
Cuts of meat: beef, veal, pork, lamb, game
and venison, meatballs
Burger /
Panini 210°C / 410°F 180 - 240°C
360 - 460°F
Any type of vegetables or pre-cooked meat
between slices of bread or buns: Burger and
Panini, French bread, Sandwich, Toast, pan-
cake, flap-jack, waffle
Ensure that the batter for pancake waffle and
the like will not run off the grilling surface.

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Program Icon Grilling
Temperature Range Use it for …
Poultry 210°C / 410°F 180 - 240°C
360 - 460°F
Each type of poultry: chicken, turkey, duck,
goose
Kebab 210°C / 410°F 180 - 240°C
360 - 460°F Spits with meat, sausage
Fish 230°C / 450°F 200 - 240°C
390 - 460°F Fish, sea food
GRILLING TIMER
The appliance offers a timer function for setting the desired grilling time. This timer
is operating according to an egg watch, reminding you to turn your food in time or
remove it from the grilling surface. With a grilling time set, the remaining time dura-
tion until the set grilling time elapses, is shown as a count-down. A signal sounds,
as soon as the set grilling time runs out. Especially when grilling at low temperature
and/or using long grilling times, you can ensure that you do not miss the correct
grilling time (see: ‘Operation / Setting the Grilling Time’).
You may select a grilling time from 1 minute to 60 minutes. For deselecting the gril-
ling timer, set the grilling time to zero (“00 M”).
Note
As soon as the remaining grilling time goes below 1 minute, the remaining grilling
time is shown in seconds.
While the set grilling time is still running, you may change the currently set grilling
time whenever you like without any interruption of the grilling process.
Important: The grilling timer simply reminds you of the grilling time. The heating
elements will continue keeping the grilling surfaces hot to enable grilling various
types of different food simultaneously, while setting the grilling time according to
the food that will be done first. Accordingly, there is no need to restart the appli-
ance, if there are further pieces of food, that shall be cooked yet. This way the
grilling timer can assist you in keeping the desired grilling times of different types
of food without effort.
AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
To ensure safe operation even in exceptional cases, after one hour of operation
without any input via the touchscreen, a time-out counter will automatically shut off
the appliance. This way, unnecessary operation and useless energy consumption is
avoided, if you have forgotten to switch off the appliance after usage.
The time-out counter re-starts with every command, you enter via the touchscreen.
Important: Do not leave the appliance unattended, while it is connected to the
power supply. Always switch off and unplug the appliance, when it is not in use
and/or when leaving the appliance unattended.
After the automatic shut-off has been triggered, you may simply press the power but-
ton to restart the appliance immediately.
TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS
When using the appliance in the closed position (see: ‘Properties of Your New Con-
tract Grill / Positioning the Lid’), distribute all your food in a way that ensures that
all pieces of food will touch the upper grilling surface slightly. If required, adjust the
height control clip and swivel bearings accordingly (see: ‘Height Control Feature’
and ‘Swivel Bearings of the Lid’). Cooking temperatures and cooking times depend
on your individual liking, as well as on thickness, type, and consistency of your food.
The following sections give some recommendations. If required, you should check
your food for the desired consistency during cooking.
GENERAL GRILLING TEMPERATURE GUIDE
• Select a low temperature for heating up food and cooking sandwiches.
• Select medium temperatures for seafood and scallops.
• Select high temperatures for meat and poultry.
GRILLING MEAT AND FISH
Recommended Cuts of Meat:
Beef Sirloin (New York), Rump, Rib Eye (Scotch Fillet), Fillet
Lamb Trim Lamb Leg Steaks, Fillet, Eye of Loin, Cutlets, Diced Lamb
Pork Butterfly Loin Steaks, Spare Ribs, Leg Steaks, Fillet, Diced Pork