MICRO CHEF GRILL KK-1501 User manual
Owner’s Manual
Do not use The Micro Chef GrillTM until
you have read this manual thoroughly.
Save These Instructions - For Household Use Only
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Experience a New Era in Home Cooking
Our revolutionary cooking system will change the way you prepare delicious
individual and family meals.
Now in a fraction of the time, you will bake, sauté, stew, steam, roast or grill all
your favourite foods and recipes from scratch, and with “home cooked” results.
The Micro Chef GrillTM has been engineered to provide you and your family with
and handling of this unit must be followed.
Before using the Micro Chef GrillTM we recommend that you read this entire
manual until you are fully familiar with its proper use, warnings, cautions, and
instructions for care and cleaning.
Restaurant Results & More!
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Important Safeguards 4
Parts & Accessories 6
21st Century Microwave Cooking 7
Using the Micro Chef Grill 8
Before First Use 9
Conversion Chart 10
Care & Cleaning 10
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Important Safeguards
• Read everything contained in this manual before using the Micro Chef GrillTM
Cooking System.
• When using this cooking system, handle all hot surfaces with dry pot holders
or cooking mitts. Handling hot surfaces with wet cooking mitts or pot holders
can produce steam causing serious burns to skin.
• Children should not be permitted to use this or any kitchen appliance.
• The Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System may generate extreme heat and steam
during operation. All necessary precautions must be taken to avoid personal
injury or accidental fire.
• The Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System is protected with ceramic coatings
(Grill Base and Grill Press Lid Only). If this coating appears to be missing,
damaged or even scuffed, discontinue use immediately and contact customer
service.
• The use of kitchen utensils other than those made of plastic or wood might
damage the system.
• The Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System operates with home microwave ovens
only. Never use the Micro Chef GrillTM components with any other cooking
appliance.
• After use, do not clean or store the Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System until
it has thoroughly cooled. The Micro Chef GrillTM Base Unit and Grill Press Lid
• Always lift the unit by the handles located on its base using dry oven mitts or
pot holders.
• Maximum preheat time for unit is 3 minutes (Based on 1100W Microwave) …
do not exceed. Preheat the Grill Press Lid with the Base Unit only (never by
itself).
The Base Unit may be heated by itself.
•
“cook time” is needed, allow 5 minutes for cooling.
• Should sparking, arcing, or any other unusual malfunction occur during
cooking operation, cut power to microwave immediately and discontinue all
further use of the Micro Chef GrillTM unit. Contact customer service.
• If the microwave oven begins to smoke, do not open the microwave door until
smoke has dispersed. Turn the microwave off and disconnect from the electric
power outlet.You may open the microwave door when smoke is no longer
present.
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Important Safeguards
• To prevent overheating, do not leave the appliance unattended when cooking.
Do not use the appliance to fry food with oil or fat. If flames should ever occur,
do not attempt to put out with water. Turn off the microwave and disconnect
the appliance from the electric power outlet main electric supply and leave the
door closed to smother any flames.You may open the microwave door when
smoke is no longer present.
• NEVER use the Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System with a microwave oven that
• Avoid overfilling the unit with liquids that might expand or boil over the top.
A “boil over” could damage the Base Unit and cause possible personal injury.
• The Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System is designed for home use only.
• Never use the Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System in a microwave that does not
have a turntable.
• Remove all metal racks or shelves from microwave interior before using
the Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System.
• CAUTION: The lid is hot– do not place grill side down on the counter.
Countertop Warning
During the cooking process, the Base Unit and Grill Press Lid can reach
microwave oven always place on heat resistant surface.
Note: The Base Unit and Grill Press Lid contain heat elements that work with
your microwave oven to generate the unique cooking power for the system.
Allow Base Unit and Grill Press Lid to cool completely between recipes. Avoid
skin contact while hot.
Caution: Never saturate or submerge the Micro Chef GrillTM Base Unit or Grill
Press Lid in water or any other liquid.
CLEANING OFTHE BASE UNIT AND GRILL PRESS LID should only be done
with a slightly damp soft cloth or sponge. To clean, use a damp cloth or sponge
to remove spatters or food particles, then wipe clean with dry towel. Never place
the Base Unit Or Grill Press Lid in a dishwasher.
Note: Do not disassemble the Base Unit or Grill Press Lid. Doing so will
disable the unit and void the product warranty.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
FOR HOUSEHOLD ONLY.
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Micro Chef GrillTM Parts & Accessories
Important
Your Micro Chef GrillTM has been shipped with the components shown above.
Check everything carefully before use. If any part is missing or damaged
do not use this product, and contact your retailer.To avoid any inconvenience, we advise
you to read this user manual carefully before contacting them.
Grill Press Lid
Contains microwave
activated heat element.
Steam Tray
(May be Sold Separately)
or veggies. When cooking or
reheating, always remember to add
Unit before inserting.Many foods
See recipe for exact times.
For microwave use only.
Silicone Mufn Pan
(May be Sold Separately)
Use to cook a variety of foods
omelets, and poached eggs. Paper
cupcake liners can be used but are
not necessary. When cooking or
cup water into the Base Unit before
only ¾ full. Many foods will bake in
6-8 minutes. See recipe for exact
times. For microwave use only.
Support Ring
Remove before
using as a grill press.
Base Unit
Contains microwave
activated heat element.
The Silicone Mun Pan must be placed on top of the Steam Tray.
It must not be placed into the Micro Chef Grill on its own.
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21st Century Microwave Cooking
Important - Microwave Wattage
Similar to conventional cooking, the “Wattage” of your microwave might
the cooking environment ... “wattage” determines the time needed to complete
the process. Therefore, it is critical to determine the wattage of your microwave
oven. Most microwaves have a label or small plate that states the wattage.
Your microwave’s instruction manual should also list the wattage.
You may also contact the manufacturer or retailer for this information.
Our recipes have been written for an 1100 Watt microwave oven. Please adjust
Your microwave must have a revolving turntable.
Our designers and engineers have developed the Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking
System, a revolutionary breakthrough in food preparation. Using the compact
Micro Chef GrillTM components along with the Free Recipe Guide, you will
prepare all your favourite foods in a fraction of the time it would take using
conventional cooking methods.
At the heart of the Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System, is the Base Unit and Grill
Press Lid with their “Micro Magic” heating elements.These components capture
This gives you the ability to bake, sear, grill, steam and roast any food, any time,
fresh or frozen, right in your microwave.Your food will taste and look like it was
Micro Chef GrillTM components are ceramic (Base Unit
and Grill Press Lid Only), so you can use less oil to make hassle-free, nutritious,
and “heart healthy” meals. Also, with the exception of the Base Unit and Grill
Press Lid, the components are dishwasher safe so clean up is a breeze. So
whether you cook for one, two, or more, Micro Chef GrillTM cookware delivers the
impossible… great, tasty, homemade meals right from your microwave.
Until today, you’ve probably been using your microwave oven
primarily for heating up leftovers, thawing frozen foods or making
popcorn. Well ... that’s about to change.
Product Minimum Internal Temperature
Ground Meats
Beef, Pork, Veal & Lamb
Steaks, Chops, Roasts
Ham (Uncooked)
Fresh or Smoked
Fully Cooked Ham
(To Re heat)
Reheat cooked ham packaged in USDA-
Product Minimum Internal Temperature
All Poultry (breasts, whole bird,
legs, thighs, and wings, ground
Eggs
Leftovers
Casseroles
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Until today, you’ve probably been using your microwave oven
primarily for heating up leftovers, thawing frozen foods or making
popcorn. Well ... that’s about to change.
Using the Micro Chef GrillTM
Remember, for health reasons, great care should be taken to make certain
that all food is cooked properly. Cook all food to these minimum internal
temperatures as measured with a food thermometer before removing food from
the heat source. For reasons of personal preference, consumers may choose to
cook food to higher temperatures.
Source: United States Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection Service
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Using the Micro Chef GrillTM
Before First Use
Always
Never
• Before making your first meal in your Micro Chef Grill cooking system, wipe all
pans with a soapy nonabrasive sponge to assure clean safe cooking. DO NOT
submerge lid or base in water.
•
minutes (Based on 1100W Microwave) in your microwave.
• When using cooking oil or butter for flavouring your foods, use half the
amount suggested for a regular recipe.
• Always let meats rest after cooking as per chart on page 8 before serving to
retain all the flavours and juices.
• When grilling, do not turn the food repeatedly. Let the foods sit on the pan
surface to sear. Remove and lift a corner to determine if it is grilled to your
liking. This will help seal all the natural juice and flavours on the inside.
• Always allow your Micro Chef GrillTM Cooking System to cool completely before
cleaning. Use a damp cloth and wipe dry.
• Always use plastic or wooden utensils when cooking on any nonstick surface to
prevent scratching.
• Never clean any part of your Micro Chef GrillTM cookware with abrasive or metal
scouring pads.
• Never submerge your Base Unit or Grill Press Lid into water.
• Never use metal utensils on your Micro Chef GrillTM.
• Never use if protective coatings are scratched, damaged or missing.
•
THE LID WILL BE HOT. DO NOT PLACE GRILL
SIDE DOWN ONTHE COUNTER. ITWILL RUIN
COUNTERSURFACES. Handle on the Grill Press
Lid should be used to stand it as shown here,
preventing dripping or heat damage to counter
top surfaces.
Stand Up Lid
• Place the cooking surface of the Base Unit or Grill Press Lid under a slow stream
of warm running water. Scrub gently with a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge
and mild detergent to remove all food residue.
• The ridged base of the Grill Press Lid may require extra care to remove
any particles that might collect between the ridges.
• Never use abrasive scouring pads as they will harm the coating.
• While the Micro Chef GrillTM is made of extremely durable materials, avoid
rough handling to prevent scratching of ceramic or non-stick cooking surfaces.
• Dry thoroughly and store assembled to save space.
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Timing is Everything
Conversion Chart
Care & Cleaning
We have created our Recipe Guide using a microwave oven that is 1100 watts.
The following chart will help you adjust your “cook times” according to the
wattage of your microwave oven.
Note: Microwave must have a revolving turntable.
Recipe
Time 1100
WATTS
Convert to
700
WATTS
Convert to
800
WATTS
Convert to
900
WATTS
Convert to
1200
WATTS
Convert to
1350
WATTS
MIN:SEC MIN:SEC MIN:SEC MIN:SEC MIN:SEC MIN:SEC
01:00 01:34 01:22 01:13 01:00 00:49
02:00 03:09 02:45 02:27 01:50 01:38
03:00 04:43 04:08 03:40 02:45 02:27
04:00 06:17 05:30 04:53 03:40 03:16
05:00 07:51 06:53 06:07 04:35 04:04
06:00 09:26 08:15 07:20 05:30 04:53
07:00 11:00 09:38 08:33 06:25 05:42
08:00 12:34 11:00 09:47 07:20 06:31
09:00 14:09 12:23 11:00 08:15 07:20
10:00 15:43 13:45 12:13 09:10 08:09
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Distributed by:
Tristar Products UK Limited
P.O. Box 1366 Luton, LU1 9NZ
We are very proud of the design and quality of our
Micro Chef GrillTM.
This product has been manufactured to the highest standards.
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