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• The cutting board and other food surfaces should
be kept dry when not in use. Resident bacteria sur-
vive no more than a few hours without moisture.
Keep moisture of any type from standing on the
cutting board for long periods of time. Do not allow
moisture to collect beneath the cutting board. Prop
up one end of the cutting board if it is on the
ceramic top and not in use.
• During use, scrape the cutting board often with a
scraper or a spatula. Scraping removes much of
the moisture that builds up on the cutting board.
Never scrub the cutting board with a steel brush (a
steel brush will mar the finish). An occasional sand-
ing will return the cutting board to a smooth luster.
• Each week that the cutting board is used, it should
be oiled to seal the grain against bacteria. Oiling
also helps to prevent the wood from cracking or
pulling apart at the joints. Use an oil that is both
edible and tasteless. USP-grade mineral oil is a
popular choice as it is the cheapest pure food-
grade oil you can buy (do not use vegetable or
olive oil because it can turn rancid). Before apply-
ing oil to the cutting board, warm the oil slightly.
Apply the oil with a soft cloth, in the direction of the
grain, allowing the oil to soak in. Remove all sur-
face oil with a dry, clean cloth.
• Some professional cooks add beeswax to the min-
eral oil for a more durable finish. In a microwave-
safe dish, shave about 1/2 teaspoon of beeswax
into 1 cup of mineral oil, and microwave it on high
for about 45 seconds. Apply the oil to the cutting
board while it is still warm. Allow the oil to soak in
for a few minutes, and then remove all surface oil
with a dry, clean cloth. Save or dispose of the
remaining oil.
USING AND MAINTAINING THE UTENSIL DRAWER
The utensil drawer is divided into two compartments.
The compartment on the left has multiple slots for
your knives, and the compartment on the right is for
storing various other utensils. Clean the drawer with a
damp, soft cloth. The drawer is designed to support
15 pounds.
Always secure knives when leaving them unattended.
USING AND MAINTAINING THE SPEAKERS, CD
PLAYER, LIGHTS, AND REFRIGERATOR
The sports bar features a premium sound system that
delivers excellent sound through the two externally
mounted swivel speakers. These speakers can be
swiveled in the direction you like. To use the speak-
ers, refer to the manufacturer’s manual that came with
the speakers.
The sports bar features a CD player with a cover so
that it can be used outdoors. To use and care for the
CD player, refer to the manufacturer’s manual that
came with the CD player. Please be aware that the
maximum volume of the CD player and speakers can
disturb your neighbors.
The sports bar features bright halogen bulbs with a
control switch that allows you to use the sports bar at
night. Use only 150 watt or smaller wattage bulbs with
the sports bar.
The sports bar incorporates an external power outlet
for small kitchen appliances only.
Follow the instructions in the user’s manual that came
with the refrigerator for information on use and main-
tenance.
If the CD player, speakers, lights, or refrigerator do not
function, check to see if the GFCI breaker may have
been tripped or not turned on. Reset the GFCI break-
er. If the GFCI breaker has not been tripped, check all
connections behind the sports bar, at the power strip
or at the power source, or reset the fuse breaker.
If the sports bar still does not function correctly, call
our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-877-
897-7493, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Central Time.
