Johnsonville Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus Owner's manual

USE & CARE
BOOKLET
Model BTG-500
3-IN-ONE INDOOR ELECTRIC GRILL
Read the entire manual before using this product.
Failure to follow the safety instructions in this
Use & Care Booklet can result in serious injury or death.
– TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY –
Register your product online:
www.sizzlingsausagegrill.com/warranty
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For Customer Care and Parts and Accessories:
1-888-556-2728
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— Contiene versión del manual en español. —
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PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THIS USE & CARE BOOKLET
THIS PRODUCT GETS HOT AND
PRODUCES HOT OIL AND STEAM DURING
AND AFTER USE AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE
BURNS AND INJURY IF THE PRODUCT IS
NOT HANDLED PROPERLY. THE GRILL MUST
BE ALLOWED TO COOL FOLLOWING USE.
DO NOT TOUCH THE GRILL WHEN HOT.

3-IN-ONE INDOOR ELECTRIC GRILL
SEE USE AND CARE MANUAL FOR COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY
Before first use, wash grill plates and drip tray. To clean grill plates, use a sponge or soft cloth to wash in warm soapy water or use the dishwasher. Do not use a scrubbing pad or abrasive cleaner. DO NOT PREHEAT GRILL Ensure both matching grill plates are in position. Slide drip tray into position. Plug power cord into standard electrical outlet.
Using nylon tongs (never a fork), carefully place uncooked refrigerated sausage into positions on the bottom grill plate, starting from the outside in. The grill accommodates from one (1) to five (5) dinner links, one (1) to fourteen (14) breakfast links or one (1) to eight (8) breakfast sausage patties. Close grill cover gently and firmly over links or patties. Push in latch on grill handle until it “clicks” to secure closed grill cover. Press START button. The blue START button light will turn on.
CAUTION
-
HOT SURFACES!
Grill produces hot oil and steam. Use caution to avoid accidental burns.
Cook time is under 15 minutes. Grill will "ding" when sausage is done and then shuts off. Carefully release the latch and slowly open the grill cover. Remove cooked sausage using nylon tongs. Allow grill to cool. Clean grill plates and drip tray.
Quick-Start
Guide
©2019 Shelly's Grills, LLC www.johnsonville.com
IMPORTANT!
Always place sausage from
outside in (for all types
of sausage).

comenzando desde el centro hacia afuera. La parrilla permite cocinar de una (1) a cinco (5) ristras para cena, de una (1) a catorce (14) ristras para desayuno o de una (1) a ocho (8) hamburguesas para desayuno. Cierre la tapa de la parrilla con cuidado y firmemente sobre las ristras o las hamburguesas. Empuje el pestillo en el asa de la parrilla hasta que haga "clic " para lograr que la tapa de la parrilla quede bien cerrada. Presione el botón START. La luz azul del botón START se encenderá. CUIDADO – ¡SUPERFICIES CALIENTES! Al usar la parrilla se liberan aceites calientes y vapor. Utilice con precaución para evitar quemaduras accidentales.
El tiempo de cocción es menos de 15 minutos. La parrilla emitirá un "pitido" cuando estén listas las salchichas y luego se apagará. Abra el pestillo con cuidado y lentamente levante la tapa de la parrilla. Saque las salchichas cocinadas con unas pinzas de nylon. Después de usar la parrilla, espere a que esta se enfríe. Limpie las planchas de la parrilla y la bandeja recolectora.
Antes del primer uso, lave las planchas de la parrilla y la bandeja recolectora. Para limpiar las planchas de la parrilla, use una esponja o un paño de tela suave y lave en agua tibia con jabón o utilice el lavavajillas. No utilice un estropajo o limpiador abrasivo. NO PRECALIENTE LA PARRILLA Asegúrese de que ambas planchas de la parrilla estén en posición. Deslice la bandeja recolectora en su posición. Enchufe el cable eléctrico en un tomacorriente eléctrico estándar. Con pinzas de nylon (nunca un tenedor), coloque con cuidado la salchicha refrigerada no cocinada en su lugar de la plancha inferior de la parrilla,
Siempre coloque la salchicha
desde afuera hacia adentro
(para todos los tipos de
salchichas).
¡IMPORTANTE!
LEA EL MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA OBTENER LAS INSTRUCCIONES COMPLETAS Y LA GARANTÍA
Guía rápida
para empezar
PARRILLA ELÉCTRICA PARA INTERIORES 3 EN 1
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Johnsonville®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Proceed with caution and follow these safety instructions when using
electrical appliances:
Read all instructions in this Use & Care Booklet.
Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.
Do not use this appliance outdoors.
The power cord for this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC
electrical outlet only.
To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or
appliance in water or any other liquid.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before attaching or removing grill plates.
Do not let cord hang over edges of tables or counters. Do not allow
cord to touch hot surfaces.
Do not place appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or buttons. Let grill cool
before cleaning.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot oil or other hot liquids.
To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet.
Make sure that the removable grill plates are attached properly before
using the appliance.
The use of accessory attachments may cause injuries and is not
recommended by the appliance manufacturer.
The appliance is only to be operated in the closed position.
Do not use this appliance for applications other than its intended use.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug. Do not
operate any appliance if it malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner. For service, repair or questions, call the customer care
number 1-888-556-2728.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (continued)
ELECTRIC POWER
This appliance should always be operated on a separate 120V electrical
outlet. Before plugging the grill into a wall outlet, ensure that the
electrical circuit is not overloaded with other appliances.
POLARIZED PLUG
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 t
into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied
electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTION
A short power supply cord is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
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.
The extension 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 unintentionally.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant
screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of re
or electric shock, do not try to remove the outer cover. This appliance
contains no user-serviceable parts. Users should not attempt to service
or repair the product themselves. Repairs should be done only by
authorized service personnel. Please contact customer care for
more information.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This product is for household use only.
It is not intended for commercial use.

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Johnsonville®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™
PARTS
Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.
Opening handle
Top grill plate release buttons
Top dinner link plate
(Part # CC266-20A)*
Bottom dinner link plate
(Part # CC266-21A)*
Top breakfast link plate
(Part # CC266-22A)*
Bottom breakfast link plate
(Part # CC266-23A)*
Top breakfast patty plate
(Part # CC266-24A)*
Bottom breakfast patty plate
(Part # CC266-25A)*
Bottom grill plate release buttons
Drip tray
(Part # CC266-10A)*
Latch to secure grill closed
Power cord (not pictured)
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9
11
11
9 9
10
* consumer removable, replaceable parts

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PARTS (continued)
A2
START button/light
Latch to secure grill closed
A3
Top grill plate release buttons
Bottom grill plate release buttons

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Johnsonville®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™
PARTS (continued)
A4
Top dinner grill plate
(Part # CC266-20A)
A5
Bottom dinner grill plate
(Part # CC266-21A)
A6
Top breakfast link plate
(Part # CC266-22A)
A7
Bottom breakfast link plate
(Part # CC266-23A)

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PARTS (continued)
A8
Top breakfast patty plate
(Part # CC266-24A)
A9
Bottom breakfast patty plate
(Part # CC266-25A)
A10
Drip tray
(Part # CC266-10A)
Replaceable Parts Part Number Grill Model
Top dinner link plate (A4) CC266-20A BTG-500
Bottom dinner plate (A5) CC266-21A BTG-500
Top breakfast link plate (A6) CC266-22A BTG-500
Bottom breakfast link plate (A7) CC266-23A BTG-500
Top breakfast patty plate (A8) CC266-24A BTG-500
Bottom breakfast patty plate (A9) CC266-25A BTG-500
Drip Tray (A10) CC266-10A BTG-500

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Johnsonville®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™
HOW TO USE
This product is for household use only.
GETTING STARTED
Remove all packing material and, if applicable, any stickers from
the product; remove and save Use & Care Booklet.
Please register at www.sizzlingsausagegrill.com/warranty to activate
your product warranty.
Wash all removable parts and/or accessories as instructed in
CARE AND CLEANING.
Select a dry, level location where your grill will be used, leaving enough
space between the back of grill and walls or counters to allow heat to ow
without damage to cabinets and walls.
ATTACH MATCHING REMOVABLE GRILL PLATES AND DRIP TRAY
Important: This appliance should always be used with two (2) matching
plates securely attached.
1. Securely attach the top and bottom grill plates by inserting the two (2)
tabs on the edge of each grill plate into position on the grill. Gently
press the grill plates into position.
2. To remove a grill plate, press in the two (2) release buttons
simultaneously on the bottom or top of the grill (B1, B2) and gently
pull grill plate off.
B2
B1

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HOW TO USE (continued)
This product is for household use only.
3. Slide drip tray into position under front section underneath the bottom
grill plate (B3).
USING YOUR GRILL
The JOHNSONVILLE®SIZZLING SAUSAGE GRILL PLUS™is designed to
cook fresh, uncooked Johnsonville®dinner sausages and breakfast sausages
and patties. It can cook from one (1) to ve (5) dinner sausage links, one (1) to
fourteen (14) breakfast sausage links and one (1) to eight (8) patties at a time.
This product has been designed and tested for use with Johnsonville®fresh
uncooked Original Brats, Mild Italian Sausage or any of our other avorful
dinner sausages or breakfast sausages and patties.
Caution: Precooked product should not be used with this grill.
B3

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Johnsonville®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™
Johnsonville®Brats Johnsonville®Italian Sausage
Johnsonville®Original Recipe
Breakfast Patties
Johnsonville®Original Recipe
Breakfast Sausage
GRILLING TIPS
Thaw product prior to cooking.
Pork sausage is fully cooked when the internal temperature of the
sausage reaches 160°F.
The JOHNSONVILLE®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™is designed to grill
sausage to a safe doneness temperature. Do not undercook sausage.
The grill does not need to be preheated.
Always use heatproof nylon, silicone or wood utensils to avoid
scratching the nonstick surface of the grill plates. Never use metal
skewers, tongs, forks or knives.
Avoid piercing sausage, since it releases the great taste and juicy avor.
To avoid injury, prevent heat loss and promote even cooking, do not
open the grill cover during cooking.
The grill plates have positions to hold dinner and breakfast sausage
links and patties. When cooking one (1) sausage, please place in outside
positions.
The grill plates are specially designed to t Johnsonville®fresh Brats,
Italian Sausages as well as other avorful Johnsonville dinner and
breakfast sausage.

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SAUSAGE SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
This product was created for meat and/
or poultry that has passed inspection.
Some food products may contain bacteria
that could cause illness if the product is
mishandled or cooked improperly. For your
protection, follow these safe food handling
instructions:
Keep refrigerated or frozen. Thaw in
refrigerator or microwave.
Keep raw meat and poultry separate
from other foods. Wash working surfaces
(including cutting boards), utensils and
hands after touching raw meat or poultry.
Keep hot foods hot. Refrigerate leftovers
immediately or discard.
Cook thoroughly.

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Johnsonville®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™
HOW TO GRILL SAUSAGE
Important: Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.
Note: The nonstick coating on the grill plates is designed to work without
oil, butter or cooking spray. If desired, you may use oil or butter. However,
aerosol cooking spray should never be used; aerosol spray chemicals can
build up on the surface of the plates and reduce their effectiveness.
The grill does not need to be preheated.
1. Plug electrical power cord into standard electrical outlet.
2. Using nylon tongs (never a fork), carefully place uncooked refrigerated
sausage into positions on the bottom grill plate. The grill accommodates
from one (1) to ve (5) dinner links, one (1) to fourteen (14) breakfast
links or one (1) to eight (8) breakfast sausage patties.
3. Close grill cover gently and rmly over sausage links.
4. Push in latch on grill handle until it “clicks” to securely close the grill
cover.
5. Press the START button to turn the grill on. The blue START button
light will turn on.
6. The grill will signal with one (1) beep and automatically shut off when
the sausage reaches doneness temperature.
The JOHNSONVILLE®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™ is
designed to grill sausage to a safe doneness temperature.
The grill will sound one (1) beep when the sausage is fully
cooked. The grill will automatically shut off.
The typical cook time for refrigerated, uncooked Johnsonville®
Sausage is 10-15 minutes for dinner links, and 7-8 minutes
for breakfast sausage and patties.
7. After the grill beeps to signal doneness and the grill shuts off, use pot
holders or oven mitts to carefully open the grill cover.
8. Remove cooked sausage using nylon tongs.
9. Unplug the grill.

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HOW TO GRILL SAUSAGE (continued)
10. Allow drip tray to cool before removing from under grill. Wash and dry
the drip tray after each use. If placing the drip tray in the dishwasher,
place it on the top rack only.
11. Do not remove the grill plates while the grill is hot. Always allow plates
to cool to room temperature before removing and cleaning.
CARE AND CLEANING
This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. Users should not attempt
to service or repair the product themselves.
CAUTION: To avoid accidental burns, allow grill to cool
thoroughly before cleaning.
1. Before cleaning, unplug grill from the electrical outlet and allow
grill to cool.
2. Place drip tray under front of grill. Use a plastic spatula or paper towel
to scrape any excess food particles left on the grill plates into the drip
tray. Wipe plates dry with a paper towel to avoid drippings spilling on
onto your counter when grill plates are removed.
3. Remove plates, as instructed in HOW TO USE. To clean removable grill
plates, use a sponge or soft cloth to wash in warm, soapy water or use
the dishwasher. Dry thoroughly with a paper towel.
Important: Do not use metallic scrubbing pads, steel wool or any
abrasive cleaners to clean any part of your grill; use only a sponge or
soft cloth and hot soapy water.
4. These plates are dishwasher safe. When using the dishwasher, ensure
plates are placed securely in dish holders in the bottom tray and wash
with the normal cycle.
Note: If washing the grill plates in a dishwasher, dishwasher detergent
may cause oxidation on the uncoated side of grill plate. This is not
harmful and will not affect appliance performance.
5. Empty drip tray and wash in warm, soapy water or place in dishwasher
top rack.

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Johnsonville®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™
CARE AND CLEANING (continued)
6. Reinstall grill plates, making sure that both matching plates are
securely attached to grill body.
7. To clean the grill cover, wipe with a warm, wet sponge and dry with a
soft, dry cloth.
CAUTION: Make sure to hold grill cover by the handle while
cleaning to prevent accidental closing and injury.
IMPORTANT: Do not immerse body of grill in water or any other
liquid.
STORAGE
Always make sure grill is clean and dry before storing. The grill can be
closed with latch that keeps it neatly locked.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Grill does not
turn on.
Grill is not plugged
in.
Check to be sure the appliance is
plugged into working outlet. When
the START button is pushed, the
START button will have a blue light.
Sausage color
is too dark after
grilling.
Sausage is
overcooked.
Sausage should be removed promptly
after the grill signals doneness
with one (1) short beep and then
shuts off. If sausage is not removed
promptly, residual grill heat will
continue to cook the sausage and
may result in overcooking.
Unexpected grill
shut off.
Grill may have
been accidentally
unplugged.
Electrical power
may have
been briey
interrupted.
If cooking has been interrupted for
less than 5 minutes: Unplug the unit.
Then, plug unit back into electrical
outlet and press the START button/
light to restart grill.
If cooking has been interrupted
for longer than 5 minutes: Discard
sausage.
Finish on grill
plates has cut
marks.
Metal utensils have
been used.
Always use heatproof plastic, nylon
or wood utensils to avoid scratching
the nonstick surface of grill plates.
Never use metal skewers, tongs, forks
or knives.
There is food
buildup on grill
plates.
Grill was not
properly cleaned
after use.
Use a sponge or soft cloth and hot
soapy water to clean grill plates. Do
not use steel wool scrubbing pads or
abrasive cleaners to clean grill.
The grill plates
have white spots.
The water from
cleaning has dried
on the surface of
the grill plates.
Dry grill plates immediately after
washing.
The underside of
grill plates are
discolored.
Dishwasher
detergent caused
oxidation of
underside grill
plate surface.
Oxidation on uncoated side of grill
plate is not harmful and can be
wiped off with a damp towel.

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Johnsonville®Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™
FOR SERVICE OR REPAIR:
For service, repair or questions, call the customer care phone number
1-888-556-2728.
Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase.
Please DO NOT mail product back to manufacturer or bring
it to a service center.
You may also consult the customer care website:
www.johnsonville.com/contact.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This product is for household use only.
It is not intended for commercial use.

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TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (Valid in the United States of America and Canada)
Shelly’s Grills LLC and its products are covered by our direct warranty to you
the consumer. Terms and conditions are outlined below.
Shelly’s Grills, LLC and its products are not subject to the terms and
conditions of 3rd party extended warranties or service agreements sold via
external retail channels.
Shelly’s Grills LLC warrants the product sold under the terms and conditions
as outlined in this warranty language. Void where prohibited by law.
What does the warranty cover?
Shelly’s Grills LLC warrants to the end-user owner of the Johnsonville®
Sizzling Sausage Grill Plus™supplied with this warranty (the “Product”)
that the Product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship.
Shelly’s Grills, LLC liability will not exceed the purchase price of the product.
For how long after the original purchase?
Two years from the date of original purchase (the “Warranty Period”),
with proof of purchase.
How do you make a warranty claim?
Save your receipt as proof of date of sale.
Consult the customer care website www.sizzlingsausagegrill.com/warranty
or call the customer care phone number 1-888-556-2728.
For parts or accessories, please call 1-888-556-2728.
This warranty only applies if you report the fault online or by telephone,
during the Warranty Period, immediately after the fault has been
identied, providing a description of the alleged failure.
Shelley’s Grill LCC will have no obligations under this warranty with
respect to a declared fault on a product if it determines, in its sole
discretion, that the Product is ineligible for coverage under this warranty.