George Foreman 25850 User manual

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Read the instructions, keep them safe, pass them on if you pass the grill on.
Remove all packaging before use.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Follow basic safety precautions, including:
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless
they are older than 8 and supervised.
Keep the appliance and cable out of reach of children under 8.
Don’t connect the appliance via a timer or remote control system.
WARNING: Charcoal or similar combustible fuels must not be used
with this appliance.
¬The surfaces of the appliance will get hot during use.
If the cable is damaged, return the appliance, to avoid a hazard.
Don’t use the grill with any connector other than the one supplied.
b Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
• Always use the assembled grill on a stable, level, surface (patio rather than grass).
• Leave a space of at least 50mm all round the appliance.
• Don’t let people play near to or around the grill.
• Keep it well away from swimming/paddling pools, sprinklers and hoses.
• Food can burn. Don’t use the appliance near or below curtains or other combustible
materials and watch it while in use.
• Don’t try to use the grill plate on its own. It must only be used with the assembled grill base.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Route the cable (and extension cord if used) so it doesn’t overhang, can’t touch any hot
surfaces or can’t be tripped over or caught.
• Unwind the extension cord fully before use to prevent it overheating.
• If you use it outdoors, the extension cord must be suitable for outdoor use, and must be
kept dry.
• If you use the grill outdoors, you must connect to the supply socket via an RCD (residual
current device) with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA. The RCD must
be connected directly to the supply socket (not at the end of the extension cord).
• The appliance must only be connected to a supply socket that has an earth connection.
• Check the cable and the extension cable for signs of damage before each use. If you nd
any damage, do not use the appliance.
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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PARTS
1. Grill plate
2. Power inlet
3. Tray
4. Base
5. Temperature control
6. Thermostat light
7. Connector
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
Wipe the grill plate with a damp cloth.
Your grill may smoke a little the rst time you use it. This is normal and will soon disappear.
USING YOUR GRILL
• Sit your grill on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, away from cupboards, curtains, etc.
1. Place the tray into the base.
2. Fit the grill plate with the power inlet on the right hand side.
3. Turn the temperature control fully anticlockwise.
4. Plug the connector into the power inlet on the appliance (Fig A).
5. Put the plug into the power socket. The thermostat light will come on.
6. Set the temperature control to the required temperature.
7. When the thermostat light goes o your grill is at the correct cooking temperature.
8. The light will cycle on and o as the thermostat operates to maintain the temperature.
9. Lay the food on the grill with a spatula or tongs, not ngers.
10. Wait till the food has cooked.
• Check that the food is cooked. If you’re in any doubt, cook it a bit more.
• Use wooden or plastic utensils to prevent damage to the plates.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Unplug the appliance and let it cool down before cleaning or storing away.
2. Pull the connector out of the power inlet.
3. Wipe all surfaces with a clean damp cloth.
4. Wipe the grill plate with a damp cloth or sponge. Use a paper towel with a little cooking oil
to remove stubborn stains. The grill plate can be washed in a dishwasher. Make sure that
the power inlet is completely dry before using your grill again.
`You may wash these parts in a dishwasher. Do not wash the base in a dishwasher because
the high temperatures may distort it.
If you use a dishwasher, the harsh environment inside the dishwasher will aect the surface
nishes. This is purely cosmetic, and will not aect the operation of the grill.

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COOKING TIMES AND FOOD SAFETY
• The following times should be used purely as a guide.
• They are for fresh or fully defrosted food.
• The times are based on the HIGH setting.
• Turn over half way thorugh cooking.
MEAT NOTES TIME (MIN)
Steak
For best results, cook steaks when they are at room
temperature.
Rest for 3-6 mins after cooking.
Medium rare 4-6
Medium 6-8
Well done 8 +
Chicken breast Cook until juices run clear. 15-20
Lamb chops Medium 5-7
Well done 7-9
Pork chops Cook until juices run clear. Approx. 1-2 cm thick. 8-14
Sausages 12-16
Burgers 10-14
Bacon 3-5
FISH
Salmon 130-140 g 6-9
Prawns 2-3
Flat sh Plaice, Sole, etc. 120-130 g 2-6
Round sh Haddock, Cod, etc. 130-140 g 6-9
Tuna / swordsh 130 -140 g 5-10
VEGETABLES
Peppers 6-10
Aubergine Sliced 8-12
Asparagus 6-9
Courgette Sliced 8-10
Tomatoes Halved 5-7
Onions Cut into wedges 10 -12
Mushrooms Whole, at mushrooms 6-8
OTHER
Haloumi 5-7
• When cooking frozen foods, add 2-3 minutes for seafood and 3-6 minutes for meat and
poultry (depending on the thickness and density of the food).
• Check food is cooked through before serving. If in doubt, cook it a bit more.
• Cook poultry, pork, burgers, etc., until the juices run clear. Cook sh, prawns, etc., until the
esh is opaque throughout.

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A FEW SIMPLE RECIPES TO GET YOU STARTED
SOLE WITH TOMATOES
• 2 tsp olive oil or red wine (optional) 2 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 small tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 2 tbsp fresh chopped basil (2 tsp dried)
• 1 tbsp ground pepper 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 250g llet of sole (or any white sh)
Sauté the onion and garlic in the oil or wine in a frying pan for 2 minutes.
Add the tomato, half of the herbs and a few grinds of pepper, then stir.
Spoon on to the preheated grill, lay the sh on top, add the lemon juice and remaining herbs,
and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Put the sh and vegetables on a plate, pour the drip tray juices over the sh.
Serve with fresh bread or rice.
CHICKEN STUFFED WITH SWEET BALSAMIC RED ONION MARMALADE
• 2 chicken breasts 1 clove garlic (crushed)
• 1 large red onion 1 tsp butter
• 1-2 tbsp olive oil 4 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• small handful at leaf parsley small pinch brown sugar
• pinch sea salt freshly ground white pepper
Slice the onion paper thin, chop the parsley ne, put them into a medium bowl with the garlic,
balsamic vinegar, butter, oil, sugar, salt and pepper, mix, then leave this marmalade till the
avours develop (in the fridge overnight).
Cook the marmalade on a preheated grill for 4-6 minutes (to soften and caramelise the onion.
Half way through, move the marmalade with a plastic or wooden spatula.
Return the marmalade to the bowl, and leave to cool fully.
Flatten the chicken breasts (10-15mm thick) with a mallet or rolling pin, brush with a little olive
oil, put a tablespoon of the marmalade on each attened breast, roll up, and secure with a
wooden cocktail stick.
Cook the chicken parcels on the preheated grill for 7-9 minutes till cooked through.
Serve with grilled asparagus or green salad.
MEXICAN BEEF AND BEAN WRAPS WITH CREAMY CORIANDER CRÈME FRAÎCHE
• 2 oured tortilla wraps 25g grated cheddar cheese (optional)
• lling
• 50-75g minced beef (or soya mince) 1 small chilli
• 2 tsp tomato purée 1 clove garlic
• ½ onion small tin (150g drained) mixed beans
• 1 tsp chilli powder 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• coriander crème fraîche
• 2-3 tbsp crème fraîche squeeze lemon juice
• large handful fresh coriander freshly ground black pepper
Drain the beans, crush the garlic, deseed the chilli, nely chop the chilli and onion. Chop the
fresh coriander separately.

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Mix the lling ingredients together in a bowl, then spread the mixture on the preheated grill
and cook for 6-8 minutes, till the meat is fully browned. Half way through, break the meat up
with a wooden or plastic spatula.
Mix the crème fraîche ingredients in a serving bowl.
Spread half the cooked meat mixture on each tortillas, top with cheese (optional), roll them up,
and grill for 1-2 minutes.
GRILLED PEPPER STUFFED WITH CREAMY RED PESTO RICE
• 1 medium red/yellow pepper 1 tsp olive oil
• 75g risotto rice 400ml boiling water
• 1 tsp vegetable bouillon granules ½ small onion
• 2 mushrooms 1 large tbsp cream cheese
• 2 tsp red pesto ground black pepper
• a few spring onions
Cook the rice in the boiling water with a teaspoon of bouillon granules/stock cube.
Wash and dry the pepper, halve and deseed it, coat the outer skin in olive oil, and cook for 6-8
minutes on the preheated grill, till the skin softens.
Finely chop the half onion and mushrooms. Chop the spring onions separately.
Mix the cooked rice, chopped half onion, mushrooms, cream cheese, pesto and black pepper,
spoon the mixture into the grilled pepper halves, top with the spring onion.
Return to the grill and cook for 2 minutes, till the tops are golden brown.
GEORGE FOREMAN’S POWERBURGER
• 375g lean minced beef
• 4 tbsp seasoned breadcrumbs
• 4 tbsp chopped vegetables – onions, courgettes, parsley, etc. (may be sautéed)
Mix the vegetables and breadcrumbs in a bowl, add the minced beef and mix well.
Shape the mixture into 10cm (4”) wide burgers.
Preheat the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes or till the meat is no longer pink and the juices run
clear, turning once.
Top your burger in healthful style with dark, leafy, green lettuce, shredded cabbage, fresh
cilantro, basil or spinach.
This recipe is from The Healthy Gourmet (Clarkson Potter) by Cherie Calbom.
GRILLED TUNA STEAK WITH A BLACK PEPPER CRUST AND LEMON TAHINI
• 2 fresh tuna steaks 25g our with a pinch of salt
• 1 beaten egg breadcrumbs from 1 slice of bread
• 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
• lemon tahini
• 2 tbsp tahini paste 2 tbsp greek yoghurt or crème fraîche
• 2 tbsp lemon juice zest of ½ lemon
• 1 tbsp capers (nely chopped) salt and pepper to taste
Mix the lemon tahini ingredients and refrigerate, then serve with the sh as a dip.
Put the our, egg, breadcrumbs and black pepper in separate plates. Dip the tuna steaks into
the our, beaten egg, breadcrumbs and pepper, to coat both sides. Pat the sh rmly in the
pepper plate, to secure the crust.
Cook the coated tuna steaks on the preheated grill for 2-3 minutes (1-2 minutes rare).

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RECYCLING
WTo avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous substances,
appliances and rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries marked with
one of these symbols must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal
waste. Always dispose of electrical and electronic products and, where
applicable, rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries, at an appropriate
ocial recycling/collection point.
SERVICE
If you ring Customer Service, please have the Model Number to hand, as we won’t be able to
help you without it. It’s on the rating plate (usually underneath the product).
The product isn’t user-serviceable. If it’s not working, read the instructions, check the plug fuse
and main fuse/circuit breaker. If it’s still not working, consult your retailer.
If that doesn’t solve the problem – ring Customer Service – they may be able to oer technical
advice.
If they advise you to return the product to us, pack it carefully, include a note with your name,
address, day phone number, and what’s wrong. If under guarantee, say where and when
purchased, and include proof of purchase (till receipt). Send it to:
Customer Service
Spectrum Brands (UK) Ltd
Fir Street, Failsworth, Manchester M35 0HS
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] (local rate number)
Please note: If you have purchased the product within the last 6 months, please contact the
retailer in the rst instance to deal with any matters relating to warranty.
GUARANTEE
Defects aecting product functionality appearing within the guarantee period will be corrected
by replacement or repair at our option provided the product is used and maintained in
accordance with the instructions. Your statutory rights are not aected.
This warranty shall not be valid where it is contrary to U.S. and other applicable laws, or
where the warranty would be prohibited under any economic sanctions, export control laws,
embargos, or other restrictive trade measures enforced by the United States or other applicable
jurisdictions. This includes, without limitation, any warranty claims implicating parties from, or
otherwise located in, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria and the Crimea region.
Guarantee period = 2 years from rst retail purchase.
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