Oster CKSTGRFM40 User manual

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User Manual Folding Electric Griddle
Manual de Instrucctiones Plancha Eléctrica Plegable
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MODEL/MODELO
CKSTGRFM40
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
* Read all instructions before using.
* Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
+ To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse GRIDDLE or cord in
water or other liquid.
+ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children, This
appliance should not be used by children.
+ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning and folding the
appliance,
+ Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to the manufacturer (see warranty) for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
+ The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
* Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
e Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil
or other hot liquids.
To disconnect, turn both controls to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
+ Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
Be sure controls are turned to the OFF position and the Griddle has cooled
completely before folding. DO NOT TURN UNIT ON WHILE IT IS IN
THE FOLDED POSITION.
* DO NOT TURN ON WHILE THE COOKING PLATES ARE REMOVED.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. No user-serviceable parts
inside, Do not attempt to service this product.
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from
entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. AN EXTENSION CORD MAY
BE USED WITH CARE; HOWEVER, THE MARKED ELECTRICAL
RATING SHOULD BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE ELECTRICAL
RATING OF THE GRIDDLE. The extension cord should not be allowed to
drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over unintentionally.
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 fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plag does not fit fally into the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits loosely into
the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet. -
ELECTRIC POWER: If electric circuit is overloaded with other appliances, the
Griddle
may
not
operate
properly.
The
Griddle
must
be
operated
on
a
separate
circuit from other operating appliances.
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PARTS
IDENTIFICATION
1.
Plate
Latch
4.
Handle
Latch
2.
Temperature
Indicator
Lights
5.
Cooking
Plates
3.
Grease
Tray
6.
Temperature
Control
Knobs
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BEFORE FIRST USE
This appliance is designed for indoor use only. It is a stand-alone Griddle. Do
not use charcoal, lighter fluids, or gases with this appliance.
* Carefully unpack the Griddle and remove all packaging materials.
e Unfold the Griddle and insert the GREASE TRAY
in the front of the unit to lock griddle in open — J}
position. ES
* Remove the COOKING PLATES by pushing down
on the COOKING PLATE LATCHES. (See Figure t
1)
igure 1
Wash the COOKING PLATES and GREASE TRAY | 48%
with hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
CAUTION: Do not immerse the Griddle in water
or other liquids. ‘ `
Replace the COOKING PLATES, Align special
.notch area in COOKING PLATES with unit. Hold
plates up at a slight angle and slide plates into hinge
areas and push down to lock plates. (See Figure 2)
Figure 2
NOTE: Make sure to push down on the COOKING
PLATE until it has firmly locked into place under the COOKING PLATE
LATCH.
NOTE: COOKING PLATES are not interchangeable and will only fit their
intended sides.
e Condition the non-stick COOKING PLATES with vegetable oil, wiping off
any excess with a paper towel.

HOW
TO
USE
YOUR
FOLDING GRIDDLE
+
Place
the
Griddle
on
a
flat,
level
surface,
such
as
a
countertop
or
table.
+
Replace
GREASE
TRAY
into
guides
at
the
front
o
the
Griddle.
e
Make
sure
the
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL
KNOBS
are
in
the
“OFF”
position.
Plug
Griddle
into
a
120
volt
60Hz
AC
outlet.
Preheat
the
Griddle
by
aligning
the
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL
KNOB
indicator
with
the
appropriate
temperature
setting
for
approximately
15
minutes
prior
to
use.
The
INDICATOR
LIGHTS
will
iluminate,
indicating
that
the
Griddle
is
being
preheated.
When
the
INDICATOR
LIGHTS
go
out,
.
the
Griddle
surface
is
preheated
to
the
desired
temperature
and
is
ready
for
use.
During
cooking,
the
INDICATOR
LIGHTS
will
go
on
and
off
indicating
that
the
surface
temperature
is
being
maintained.
The
Fold
‘n
Store™
Griddle
is
equipped
with
dual,
independent
controls
allowing
you
to
cook
2
different
kinds of
foods
at
one
time.
Or
it
has
the
ability
to
warm
food
on
one
side
and
cook
food
on
the
other
side.
*
Use
only
wood,
nylon,
or
heat-proof
plastic
utensils.
Metal
utensils
will
scratch
the
non-stick
COOKING
PLATES
of
the
Griddle.
NOTE:
Never
cut
food
with
a
knife
on
the
Griddle.
e
When
cooking
is
complete,
turn
the
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL
KNOBS
to
the
“OFF”
position
and
unplug
the
POWER
CORD
from
the
outlet.
+
Allow
Griddle
to
cool
before
removing
COOKING
PLATES
and
GREASE
TRAY
and
cleaning.
NOTE:
When
cooking
consecutive
batches
of
bacon
or
other
high
fatty
foods,
it
may
be
necessary
to
empty
the
GREASE
TRAY
to
avoid
grease
from
overflowing.
CAUTION;
Some
countertops
are
more
sensitive
to
heat,
use
care
not
to
place
the
Griddle
on
surfaces
where
heat
may
cause
damage.
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COOKING TIME AND TEMPERATURE
FOOD TEMP.* TIME DIRECTIONS
EGGS, fried 300° F 3 to 5 min. Tura halfway into cooking time.
BACON 350°F 8 to 14 min, Turn often.
SAUSAGE 350° F 20 to 30 min. Tum halfway into cooking time,
FRENCH TOAST 350° F 6 to 10 min. ‘Turn halfway into cooking time.
HAMBURGER 350°F 8 to 14 min, Turn halfway into cooking time,
HAM SLICES 350°F 14 to 18 min, Turn halfway into cooking time.
SANDWICHES 350° F 6 to 10 min. Butter outside and brown both sides.
PORK CHOPS 350°F 20 to 30 min. Brown both sides, reduce temp. to
250° E Turn halfway into cooking time.
POTATOES 350° F 10 to 12 min. Turn halfway into cooking time.
STEAKS
Rare 400° F 4 to é min Turn halfway into cooking time.
Medium 400° F 7 to 12 min. ‘Turn halfway into cooking time.
‘Well Done 400° F 13 to 18 min. Turn halfway into cooking time.
PANCAKES 350° F 2to6 min. Pour batter onto griddle, When bubbles _
appear on top, turn,
* PREHEAT GRIDDLE FOR 15 MINUTES
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HOW
TO
CARE
AND
CLEAN
YOUR
FOLDING
GRIDDLE
+
After
using,
unplug
the
POWER
CORD
from
the
outlet.
Allow
Griddle
and
COOKING
PLATES
to
cool
before
cleaning.
+
Remove
COOKING
PLATES.
(See
"BEFORE
FIRST
USE")
+
Remove
GREASE
TRAY
and
empty
the
contents.
+
Wipe
the
Griddle
with
warm,
soapy
water.
Dry
thoroughly.
CAUTION:
DO
NOT
IMMERSE
THE
GRIDDLE
IN
WATER
OR
OTHER
LIQUIDS.
+
The
COOKING
PLATES
and
GREASE
TRAY
may
be
washed
in
the
dishwasher.
Or
you
may
wash
them
with
hot,
soapy
water.
Rinse
and
dry
thoroughly,
NOTE:
Do
not
use
steel
wool
scouring
pads
or
harsh
cleaners
on
any
part
of
the
appliance.
If
necessary,
use
a
nylon
scouring
pad.
STORAGE
OF
YOUR
FOLDING
GRIDDLE
e
Insert
the
COOKING
PLATES.
(See
"BEFORE
FIRST
USE")
NOTE:
DO
NOT
replace
the
GREASE
TRAY
until
the
Griddle
is
locked
and
folded.
+
Fold
the
griddle
and
use
HANDLE
LATCH
to
lock
both
handles
together.
After
Griddle
is
folded
and
handles
have
been
locked
in
the
upright
position,
you
may
replace
the
GREASE
TRAY.
(See
Figure
3
and
4)
+
The
power
cord
can
be
secured
on
the
convenient
cord
storage
when
griddle
is
not
in
use.
(See
Figure
5)
+
You
are
now
ready
to
store
your
extra
large
Griddle
in
a
compact
area.
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1 Year Limited Warranty
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam
Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”)
warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase, this product will be free from
defects in material and workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any
component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be
made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available,
replacement may be made with a similar product.of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive
warranty. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this
product. Doing so will void this warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser frorn the date of initial retail purchase and is
not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty
performance. JCS dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right
to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following:
negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the
operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized
JCS service center. Further, the warranty does not cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood,
hurricanes and tornadoes.
What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?
JCS shail not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any
express, implied or statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the
above warranty.
JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or representations, express, implied, statutory
or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any darnages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of,
or inability to use the product including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages or
loss of profits, or for any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought
against purchaser by any other party.
Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.
This watranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from
province to province, state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
How To Obtain Warranty Service
In the U.S.A. `
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please
call 1-800-334-0759 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.
In Canada
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please
call 1-800-667-8623 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered by
Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, located at
20 B Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario LEY OM1. If you have any other problem or claim in
connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES
OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.
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