NISBETS ESSENTIALS DA397-A User manual

Griddle
Instruction manual
Model:
DA397-A
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Safety Tips
• Position on a flat, stable surface.
• A service agent/qualified technician should carry out
installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any
components on this product.
• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the
following:
- Health and Safety at Work Legislation
- Fire Precautions
- Wiring Regulations
- Building Regulations
• Caution! Hot surface! Do not touch!
The temperature of cooking surface maybe high when the
appliance is operating.
• DO NOT immerse the appliance in water.
• DO NOT clean with jet/pressure washers.
• DO NOT move or carry the appliance when it is switched on.
• DO NOT leave the appliance unattended during operation.
• Always use oven gloves when cooking or carrying out any
adjustments to the appliance.
• Do not use to heat any sealed glass/container with food.
Pressure may build up and cause the container to burst,
possibly resulting in personal injury or damage to the
griddle.
• Do not obstruct any ventilation openings in the appliance
body.
• During and after cooking, the unit is still hot. Never touch
the surface to avoid scalding.
• Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the
appliance when not in use.
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• This appliance must only be used in accordance with these
instructions and by persons competent to do so.
• Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the
packaging in accordance to the regulations of local authorities.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
Nisbets Essentials agent or a recommended qualified
technician in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning the
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
• Nisbets Essentials recommends that this appliance should
be periodically tested (at least annually) by a Competent
Person. Testing should include, but not be limited to: Visual
Inspection, Polarity Test, Earth Continuity, Insulation
Continuity and Functional Testing.
Introduction
Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation of this
machine will provide the best possible performance from your Nisbets Essentials product.
This appliance is intended to be used for commercial applications, for example in kitchens of restaurants,
canteens, hospitals, etc. but not for household and industrial use.
Pack Contents
The following is included:
• Steel plate countertop griddle
• Instruction manual
Nisbets Essentials prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of packaging the contents are
supplied fully functional and free of damage.
Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your Nisbets Essentials dealer immediately.
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Installation
1. Place the unit on a heat-resistant surface. Avoid placing it on or close to flammable materials. Maintain a
distance of 20cm (7 inches) between the appliance and walls or other objects for ventilation.
2. Keep the unit away from splashing water and countertop’s edge.
Note: Before using for the first time, clean the appliance with warm soapy water. Let dry
completely.
Operation
Thermostat
HEAT indicator light
POWER indicator light
Waste tray
Griddle plate
Seasoning the Griddle Plate
Before using for the first time the cooking surface needs to seasoned.
1. Ensure the cooking surface is clean.
2. Brush the surface with cooking oil.
3. Connect the appliance to the mains power supply. The POWER indicator light (green) turns on.
4. Set the thermostat to 50°C. The HEAT indicator light turns on.
5. Once the set temperature is reached, the HEAT indicator light turns off.
6. Turn the appliance Off and allow to cool before wiping away any excess oil.
7. The appliance is now ready for use.
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Cooking
Note: It is recommend the cooking
surface is lightly oiled before
cooking.
1. Connect the appliance to the mains power
supply. The POWER indicator light (green)
illuminates.
2. Set the thermostat to the desired temperature
(60°C-300°C). The HEAT indicator light (orange)
turns On and the appliance begins to heat up.
Note: 200°C to 220°C is suitable for
general cooking.
3. When the set temperature is reached, the HEAT
indicator light turns Off.
Note: During use, the HEAT indicator
light will cycle on/off, indicating the
set temperature is being maintained.
4. Place the foodstuffs on the griddle plate and
cook as required.
5. Turning off: After use, set the thermostat to
OFF position and disconnect the appliance from
power supply.
Overheat protection
This appliance is featured with an overheat
protection. Should the temperature exceed safe
levels the appliance will automatically cut off power.
The thermal Cut-out switch is located on the rear of
the appliance. To reset the appliance after a sufficient
cool-down period:
1. Unscrew the reset switch cover.
2. Press the small reset switch down until it clicks,
using a blunt pointed instrument.
3. The appliance is now reset and can be used as
normal.
Cleaning, Care &
Maintenance
Warning:
Always turn off and disconnect the
appliance from the power supply
before cleaning.
Always allow the appliance to cool
before cleaning.
If grease is permitted to accumulate, it will begin to
carbonised into a hard substance that is extremely
difficult to remove. To prevent this follow the
cleaning steps below:
• Regularly remove excess grease or fat using a
cloth dampened with hot soapy water.
• Take care when using scrapers to remove
cooking residues as they can damage the
cooking surface.
• Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
• A Nisbets Essentials dealer or qualified
technician should carry out repairs if required.
For best performance, Nisbets
Essentials recommend that the
appliance is cleaned after each day
of operation.
Failure to clean the appliance
regularly may result in premature
activation of the thermal cut-out
switch.
Scraping
After each use, scrape the appliance with a soft
plastic or wooden scraper to remove excess fat and
food.
If there is an accumulation of burned fat or food, the
cooking surface should be thoroughly scoured and
re-seasoned.
Caution:
It is vital that the cooking surface is
re-seasoned after scouring.
Do not use steel wool as it may leave
shards that could contaminate food.
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Waste Tray
This appliance is featured with a waste tray to collect any liquid or fats that run off during cooking.
At least once a day, remove and empty the waste tray before washing with warm soapy water. Do not allow the
tray to overfill.
WARNING: DO NOT remove the tray during or immediately after use as the contents are
still hot.
Troubleshooting
If your Nisbets Essentials appliance develops a fault, please check the following table before making a call to
the Helpline.
Fault Probable Cause Solution
The unit is not
working
The unit is not switched on Check the unit is plugged in correctly and switched on
Plug and lead are damaged Call Nisbets Essentials agent or qualified technician
Fuse in the plug has blown Replace the plug fuse
Power supply Check power supply
Internal wiring fault Call Nisbets Essentials agent or qualified technician
Thermal cut-out switch has
activated
Press re-set switch on rear of unit
HEAT indicator
light comes on but
appliance does not
heat up
Faulty element Call Nisbets Essentials agent or qualified technician
Faulty thermostat Call Nisbets Essentials agent or qualified technician
Thermostat set incorrectly Check thermostat
Surface flaking Build up of carbonised food
debris
Refer to “Cleaning, Care & Maintenance” section
Technical Specifications
Model Voltage Power Current Cooking Surface
size (w x d mm)
Dimensions
h x w x d (mm) Weight
DA397-A 220-240V~
50/60Hz 2200W 9.5A 480 x 310 240 x 550 x 430 23kg
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Electrical Wiring
The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket.
This appliance is wired as follows:
• Live wire (coloured brown) to terminal marked L
• Neutral wire (coloured blue) to terminal marked N
• Earth wire (coloured green/yellow) to terminal marked E
This appliance must be earthed.
If in doubt consult a qualified electrician.
Electrical isolation points must be kept clear of any obstructions. In the event of any emergency disconnection
being required they must be readily accessible.
Compliance
The product must not be disposed of as household waste. To help prevent possible harm to human health
and/or the environment, the product must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling
process. For further information on how to dispose of this product correctly, contact the product supplier, or
the local authority responsible for waste disposal in your area.
Nisbets Essentials parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with
regulatory standards and specifications set by international, independent, and federal
authorities.
Nisbets Essentials products have been approved to carry the following symbol:
All rights reserved. No part of these instructions may be produced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nisbets Essentials.
Every effort is made to ensure all details are correct at the time of going to press, however, Nisbets Essentials reserves the right to change
specifications without notice.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Equipment Type
Countertop Griddle
Model
DA397-A
Legislation
Electrical Safety
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Standards
AS/NZS 60335.1:2011 +A1:2012 +A2:2014 +A3:2015
IEC 60335-2-38:2002 +A1:2008
EN 62233:2008
EN 55014-1:2006 +A1:2009 + A2:2011
EN 55014-2:2015
EN 61000-3-2:2014
EN 61000-3-3:2013
Producer Name
Nisbets Essentials
Producer Address
15 Badgally Road,
Campbelltown,
NSW 2560
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Legislation and Standard(s).
Date
9th October 2019
Signature
Full Name
Ashley Hooper
Position
Global Quality Manager
Date
9th October 2019
Signature
Full Name
Josie Holt
Position
Commercial Manager/ Responsible Supplier
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