Presto Tilt-n-Fold User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
This is a Listed appliance. The following important safeguards are recommended by most portable appliance manufacturers.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage when using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including these:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the heat control, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Do not let children handle or put electrical
cords or plugs in their mouths.
5. Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off
parts, and before cleaning.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or in the event the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner. Do not operate if the legs and/or cool-touch base become cracked or damaged. Return the appliance to the Presto
Factory Service Department for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries. Use only genuine Presto
replacement parts and accessories.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. It is recommended that this appliance not be moved when it contains hot oil or other hot liquid. If it must be moved when it
contains hot oil or other hot liquid, use extreme caution.
12. Always attach the heat control to the appliance first, and then plug the cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the heat
control to OFF, and then remove the plug from wall outlet.
13. Do not use this appliance for other than the intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
electric Tilt-n-Fold™Griddle
• Great for every meal: breakfast, lunch, and
dinner.
• Premium nonstick finish ensures stick-free
cooking and easy cleaning.
• Easily adjusts from a level grilling surface for
eggs and pancakes to a tilted draining surface
for meats.
• Legs fold up for compact storage.
Visit us on the web at www.GoPresto.com Form 76-398B
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Important Cord Information
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 plug does not fit fully 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. Connect the supply cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only.
A short, detachable power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An
extension cord may be used if care is properly exercised in its use. 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.
Getting Acquainted
The griddle legs will be in the storage position under the base when
you remove the griddle from the carton.
Before each use, the griddle legs must be unfolded (Fig. A). Lift the
griddle by grasping both sides (Fig. B1) and then pull the legs out
away from the griddle until they are fully extended and locked in
place (Fig. B2).
Before using for the first time, become familiar with the griddle
features. Wash the griddle in warm, soapy water, rinse, and dry. Do
not immerse the Control Masterheat control in water or let it
come in contact with any liquid.
NOTICE: This griddle is not intended to be used as a warming tray, hot plate, or for
heating any cookware. Using this appliance for purposes different from those specified
in the instruction manual may cause damage to the appliance and will void the
warranty.
How to Use
1. Place the assembled griddle on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface away from walls,
cabinets, and other objects.
NOTICE: To prevent possible heat damage to your countertop, place a heat-
resistant counter protector, such as aluminum foil, under the griddle. Take care
not to place the counter protector between the rubber feet on the
griddle and the counter.
2. Slide the drip tray onto its tracks. Insert the heat control probe
into the griddle so the two electrical pins on the griddle are fully
inserted into the heat control. Note: You will be unable to insert the
heat control if the legs are in the folded position.
3. Connect the cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only.
4. When cooking meats, tilt the grilling surface. Pull the ribbed tabs on the tilt levers toward you until the levers rest firmly against
the griddle legs (Fig. C). This position allows excess fat to drain into the drip tray. When cooking other foods, such as eggs and
pancakes, grip the ribbed tabs and push them toward the back of the griddle until the tilt levers are in the horizontal position and
the griddle is level (Fig. A).
5. Turn the heat control to the desired temperature; see page 3 for the temperature-timetable. Preheat the griddle. The pilot light goes
off when the selected temperature is reached, approximately 5 to 10 minutes. Note: It is normal to hear a pop or clicking sound
while the griddle heats up and cools down. This is due to the expansion and contraction of the metal.
6. Prepare the food for cooking. Because the griddle features a nonstick finish, food may be prepared with little or no oil.
NOTICE: Avoid using no-stick cooking sprays as they may cause the cooking surface to become tacky.
7. Place the food on the griddle and cook according to the temperature-timetable. Adjust the heat according to personal preference
and the particular food being cooked. The pilot light will go on and off during cooking to indicate the selected temperature is
being maintained. Use heat-resistant nylon, plastic, wooden, or rubber utensils for best results. Do not use metal utensils as they
may scratch the nonstick finish. Do not cut foods on the cooking surface.
8. Turn the heat control OFF when cooking is complete. Unplug the heat control from the wall outlet, and then from the griddle.
CAUTION! Allow griddle to cool before removing the drip tray. If the griddle is in the tilt position, move it to the level position
before removing the drip tray and before cleaning the griddle.
Tilt
lever
Nonstick cooking surface
Drip tray
Control Masterheat control
Griddle legs
Griddle leg
Ribbed
tab
Fig. B1
Fig. B2
Fig. A
Ribbed tabs
Griddle legs Levers
Fig. C
Griddle leg

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Care and Cleaning
Before initial use and after each subsequent use, remove the heat control and wash the griddle in warm, soapy water; rinse and dry
thoroughly. Make sure to also clean the underside as necessary. The cooking surface and handles may be cleaned with a non-metal
cleaning pad, such as Scotch-Brite* Multi-Purpose Scrub Sponge or Scotch-Brite* Dobie* Cleaning Pad. Firm pressure can be
applied. Do not use steel wool or abrasive kitchen cleaners. Do not immerse the Control Masterheat control in water or let it
come in contact with any liquid.
If necessary, the decorative trim may be cleaned with a soap-filled steel wool pad to remove baked-on grease or food particles. For
easier cleaning, fold the legs under the griddle. Do not use the soap-filled steel wool pad to clean any other griddle surface. Soaking
the griddle to loosen food residue is not necessary. If soaking is desired, do not soak for more than two hours as this may damage the
nonstick finish on the griddle.
NOTICE: To maintain the appearance of the griddle, do not wash it in the dishwasher. The decorative trim and the bottom of the
griddle will likely discolor due to the caustic nature of the dishwasher detergent. A gray residue may also form on the griddle bottom
which may transfer onto towels and/or skin.
In time, the nonstick finish may darken over the heating element due to a buildup of grease residue. This discoloration can be removed
by using a solution of one tablespoon of powdered automatic dishwasher detergent per one cup of hot water. Slide the drip tray into
place. Preheat griddle to 225°. Wearing rubber gloves, dip cleaning pad into cleaning solution and rub over the cooking surface; be
careful not to get the cleaning solution on the decorative trim. Continue cleaning until the solution is gone. Turn the griddle off and
allow to cool. Wash the griddle in warm, soapy water and dry. After treating the griddle with a commercial cleaner, it is recommended
that the cooking surface be wiped lightly with vegetable oil before using.
Periodically check the screws on the griddle frames for looseness. Retighten, if necessary, with a Phillips screwdriver.
NOTICE: Continuing to tighten, once secure, can result in stripping of screws or cracking of frames.
Important: To ensure continued accuracy of the Control Masterheat control, avoid rough handling in use and storage.
Temperature-Timetable
Food Temperature Cooking Time
Bacon 325°–350° 5–8 minutes
Bacon, Canadian 325°–350° 3–4 minutes
Eggs, fried 275°–300° 3–5 minutes
Fish 325°–375° 5–10 minutes
French toast 325°–350° 4–6 minutes
Ham, ½ inch thick 325°–350° 10–12 minutes
Ham, ¾ inch thick 325°–350° 14–16 minutes
Hamburgers, ½ inch thick 325°–375° 8–12 minutes
Minute steak 375°–400° 4–5 minutes
Pancakes 350°–400° 2–3 minutes
Pork chops, ½ inch thick 325°–375° 15–20 minutes
Pork chops, ¾ inch thick 325°–375° 20–25 minutes
Potatoes, cottage fried 300°–350° 10–12 minutes
Sausage, link 325°–350° 20–30 minutes
Sausage, precooked 325°–350° 10–12 minutes
Sandwiches, grilled 325°–350° 5–10 minutes
Steak, beef, 1 inch thick, rare 350°–400° 6–7 minutes
Steak, beef, 1 inch thick, medium 350°–400° 10–12 minutes
Steak, beef, 1½ inches thick, rare 350°–400° 8–10 minutes
Steak, beef, 1½ inches thick, medium 350°–400° 18–20 minutes
USDA Recommended Safe Minimum Internal Food Temperatures
Beef steaks 145°F
Use a meat thermometer
for complete accuracy
when measuring meat
temperatures.
Eggs 160°F
Fish 145°F
Ground beef 160°F
Pork (ground, chops, steaks) 160°F
* Scotch-Brite and Dobie are registered trademarks of 3M Company. Presto is not affiliated with this company.

Consumer Service Information
If you have any questions regarding the operation of your Prestoappliance or need parts for your appliance, contact us by any of
these methods:
• Call 1-800-877-0441 weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Central Time)
• Email us through our website at www.GoPresto.com/contact
• Write to National Presto Industries, Inc., Consumer Service Department, 3925 North Hastings Way, Eau Claire, WI 54703-3703
Inquiries will be answered promptly by telephone, email, or letter. When emailing or writing, please include a phone number and a
time when you can be reached weekdays. When contacting the Consumer Service Department, please indicate the model and series
numbers for the griddle. These numbers can be found on the bottom of the plug guard. Please record this information:
Model _______________ Series _______________ Date Purchased _________
The Presto Factory Service Department is equipped to service Prestoappliances and supply genuine Prestoreplacement parts.
Genuine Prestoreplacement parts are manufactured to the same exacting quality standards as Prestoappliances and are engineered
specifically to function properly with its appliances.
Presto can only guarantee the quality and performance of genuine Prestoreplacement parts. “Look-alikes” might not be of the
same quality or function in the same manner. To ensure that you are buying genuine Prestoreplacement parts, look for the Presto
trademark.
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Presto Factory Service Department
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Product Registration
Important: Please go online and register this product within the next ten days. Proper registration will serve as proof of
purchase in the event your original receipt becomes misplaced or lost. Registration will not aect warranty coverage, but it
may expedite the processing of warranty claims. The additional information requested will help us develop new products
that best meet your needs and desires. You will nd the product registration at www.GoPresto.com/registration or simply
scan the QR code to the right.
2019 National Presto Industries, Inc. Form 76-398B
PrestoLimited Warranty
(Applies only in the United States)
This quality Prestoappliance is designed and built to provide many years of satisfactory performance under normal household use. Presto
pledges to the original owner that should there be any defects in material or workmanship during the first year after purchase, we will repair
or replace it at our option. Our pledge does not apply to damage caused by shipping. Outside the United States, this limited warranty does
not apply.
To obtain warranty service, please call our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-877-0441. If unable to resolve the problem, you will
be instructed to send your Prestoappliance to the Presto Factory Service Department for a quality inspection; shipping costs will be your
responsibility. When returning an appliance, please include your name, address, phone number, and the date you purchased the appliance, as
well as a description of the problem you are encountering with the appliance.
We want you to obtain maximum enjoyment from using this Prestoappliance and ask that you read and follow the instructions enclosed.
Failure to follow instructions, damage caused by improper replacement parts, abuse, misuse, disassembly, alterations, or neglect will void
this pledge. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This is Presto’s
personal pledge to you and is being made in place of all other express warranties.
National Presto Industries, Inc., Eau Claire, WI 54703-3703