Rowlett Rutland RE100 User manual

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FOR FLAT, RIBBED AND COMBINATION VERSIONS
OF MODELS RE100, RE100DT-A, RE200, RE200DT-A
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE GRILL
UNPACKING
Caution: When Lifting
Take care when removing grill from the carton. If in doubt about the weight - get assistance.
Carefully remove the grill from the carton, place on a secure flat surface and remove any plastic
protective film from the appliance.
Before disposing of the carton check that no parts or accessories have been left inside.
CONTENTS
1 Rutland Express Contact Grill (RE100 single model or RE200 double model)
1 Mid-frame Spacer
1 Mini Wire Spacer
1 Metal Scraper –serrated for ribbed plates
1 Set of Instructions
1 Cooking Times Guide
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Caution: Electrical Equipment
Models with two cables and plugs (RE200) must be connected to electrical sockets running directly off
the ring main. DO NOT connect to two sockets off the same spur.
IF IN DOUBT use the services of a qualified electrician.
Consumption Connection Power
RE100 1 x 3kw 15 amp 3 pin plug 1 x 230/240 volt
or
1 x 1.5kw (economy mode)
RE200 2 x 3kw (both sides full power) 15 amp 3 pin plug 2 x 230/240 volt
or
2 x 1.5kw (both sides economy mode)
or
1 x 3kw and 1 x 1.5kw
(one side on full power and
one side economy mode.)
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(1) Power ON/OFF switch (7) Timer indicator lamp
(2) Power ON/OFF lamp (8) Electronic timer control
(3) Temperature control (9) Removable splash guard
(4) Temperature control lamp (green) (10) Fat collection tray
(5) Economy mode switch (11) Adjustable feet
(6) Timer start button
CONTROLS OPERATION
Power on/off Switches grill ON. (plug must be in socket and socket switch ON)
Temperature control Sets operating temperature (180º/200ºc is normal) Turn to required temperature after
switching grill on.
Timer control Sets required time from 30 seconds to 10 minutes. (Starts at 0 which is 30 seconds)
Turn to time required and press red timer button and the red timer lamp will come on.
When time has elapsed the timer lamp goes out and the buzzer sounds. To repeat the
same time press the red button again. Re-set control for a different time. Note: This is
an alarm, it does not control the electrics.
Economy mode Switch down = full power
Switch up = half power.
By using this facility in quiet periods energy is saved without loss of cooking
temperature. Press switch to full for normal periods. DO NOT USE ECONOMY MODE
when cooking frozen foods.
Note:
Model RE200 (double model) Each side is completely independent of the other,allowing for different settings if
required.
ACCESSORIES
Mid-frame spacer - Place on the bottom plate before closing top plate when cooking items that would squash.
Examples are griddle eggs, trout, pizza slice. Using this useful accessory effectively converts your grill into a mini
oven.
Mini wire spacer (flat plates only) - Generally used when toasting sandwiches. Place on bottom plate with shortest
sides up. Place sandwich for toasting on bottom plate and close the top plate.
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INSTALLATION
Caution: Hot Surfaces
Top and bottom plates operate at a temperature of approximately 200ºC. Use only the handle when opening and
closing the top plate. The lid covering the top plate will get hot.
Place grill on the work surface and adjust the feet so that grill is level. Close the top plate/s and plug into a 3kw
socket (or two sockets, see electrical specifications). The timer/s will sound for a short time. Set the temperature
control to maximum and leave for 30 minutes (top plate remaining closed). During this time the temperature control
light (green, next to the mains on/off light) will switch on and off several times indicating when power is being
consumed.
Note:
It is quite normal for an odour to come from the grill at this time. This will disappear after the grill has been used for a
couple of times.
After 30 minutes have elapsed turn the temperature control down to 60ºc. Wait for the thermostat light to come on,
then open the top plate and lightly grease both plates with a cooking oil or a margarine spread. This greasing is best
achieved by wiping the plates with a paper kitchen towel smeared with the oil or margarine.
Your grill is now ready for use - but please read on before starting to cook.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Important Note:
As with all cooking equipment keeping the appliance clean is very important. Particular attention should be paid to
the cooking surfaces as good cleaning practice is essential to hygiene and for obtaining the maximum life from the
appliance.
Care of the cooking surfaces.
The cooking surfaces are coated with Excalibur™, one of the most durable coatings currently available. It’s
properties eliminate the necessity to continually grease the plates during use. This coating contains stainless steel
so do not be alarmed when a silver colour begins to show. With time, this surface coating will slowly wear off and
natural seasoning of the plates will take place. Do not be afraid to use the metal scraper provided.
The following two sections relate to cooking greasier types of foods, which should only be done
on a grill that has flat lower plates.
General:
Whenever necessary lightly grease the food prior to cooking. If grease/oil is applied to the plate surfaces
use the method described at the installation stage. Do not have the plates swimming in grease/oil. When a
food item has been removed from the grill immediately scrape away any food residue from the cooking
surfaces using the scraper supplied, or wipe off with a wet paper towel. At the end of the day or cooking
period thoroughly scrape the cooking surfaces and wipe clean with a paper kitchen towel. We also
recommend cleaning these surfaces with a mild abrasive pad and water, but please note that after
cleaning in this way be sure to lightly grease the plates, using the method described in the installation
section, before the next cooking period.
Between cooking items always leave the top plate open. Leaving it closed increases the possibility of
burning any grease/oil into carbon (see CARBON BUILD-UP).
Bacon and Gammon
Particular attention should be paid to cleaning whilst cooking salty foods i.e. bacon and gammon. The
plate must be given a good scrape to remove the sticky zest. Note that the salt in this type of food dries
out the plates, causing the food to stick and subsequently burn.
Fat Collection Tray
Clean daily (or more often if necessary) Remove from grill by sliding to one side, wash out with warm water and
washing up liquid or place in dishwasher.
Removable Splash Guard
Clean periodically as for the fat collection tray. Unscrew the two wing nuts and remove from the back of the grill.
When replacing be sure to tighten the wing nuts. With the splash guard removed the top plate can be lifted away
from the grill and placed onto the work surface. Lay this down gently and avoid kinking the spring tube.
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General care of the grill
The body of the grill is stainless steel. Cleaning with a mixture of warm water and washing-up liquid will remove fat
and grease. Great care must be taken to ensure water or fat does not enter any of the switches. The
warranty is void if this warning is not strictly adhered to. Performed daily this is good hygiene practice and
makes cleaning far less of a chore. Use of a stainless steel cleaner brightens up the appearance of the grill and aids
cleaning maintenance. Do not use caustic cleaners.
Carbon build-up
Fat and grease left on hot cooking surfaces quickly turn to carbon. This bakes onto the surfaces and can only be
removed with much effort by chipping away with a strong blunt implement (a blunt chisel for example). Some carbon
removing cleaners can be effective, but care must be exercised when using such chemicals and the manufacturer
instructions followed in detail. Do not use cleaners, which are unsuitable for aluminium. In severe cases of
carbon build up the cooking surface appears to be cracked and black particles flake off and can appear on the food.
When surfaces become coated in this way cooking times are extended, heating elements are put under increased
strain, cleaning becomes extremely difficult and flakes of carbon impair the appearance of the food. None of these
problems will arise if the cleaning advice given in this leaflet is followed.
Remember - Cook, Wipe, Scrape. At the end of the day - Scrape thoroughly and Wipe.
ABOUT CONTACT COOKING
Contact grills (also known as ‘Clamshell’ grills) achieve their results by cooking food between two heated surfaces.
This method has many benefits over the conventional griddle; it cooks much more quickly, seals the food more
effectively and locks in more of the juices thus improving the flavour and reducing shrinkage. The speed of the
cooking means that a relatively small cooking area can triple the output of a griddle of the same size. Generally,
cooking times range from 30 seconds to around three minutes depending on the food type and thickness. For
guidance a time chart is included with these instructions.
COOKING WITH YOUR CONTACT GRILL
Starting up
From cold switch on the grill on full power and set the required temperature on the thermostat control - we
recommend 180c - 200c. The grill should reach the required temperature and be ready to cook within 6/7 minutes.
When the grill is up to temperature (indicated by the control light going out) cooking can commence. Providing the
thermostat remains set at the original setting the grill will hold the operating temperature and continuous cooking can
be maintained for as long as required.
For flat plates only
The cooking cycle
Contact cooking makes cooking easy, there are five simple steps in the process.
1) If necessary, lightly grease the food or cooking surfaces. Place food on to the bottom plate.
2) Lower the top plate onto the food
3) Set the timer for desired time
4) When the cooking time has elapsed open the top plate.
5) Remove the food and wipe or scrape the plates to remove food residue, sticky deposits and
grease/oil.
Tips
Meat can be seasoned before cooking, but wipe the plate surfaces immediately after cooking to avoid
cross flavour onto the next food item to be cooked.
Great emphasis is placed upon using only the minimum amount of grease/oil, but never let the plates
become completely dry as this could cause food to stick to them. If sticking occurs lightly grease the
plates. The food item should also be greased if possible.
Particular attention should be paid to cleaning whilst cooking salty foods i.e. bacon, gammon. The plate
must be given a good scrape to remove the sticky zest. Note that the salt in this type of food dries out the
plates causing food to stick and subsequently burn. It is suggested that when cooking salty foods, the
plates are cleaned with a Scotchbrite and a cleaner similar to 'Cif cream'. Remove all residue of cleaner,
then turn the temperature up to 60°C and oil.
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A Guide to HIGH SPEED cooking times
STEAKS (8oz SIRLOIN) 2-3 Minutes OMELETTES 12 Seconds
CHICKEN FILLET 3 Minutes GRIDDLE EGG 90 Seconds
VEAL SCHNITZEL 2 Minutes GAMMON 90 Seconds
PORK CHOPS 3 Minutes PANCAKES 90 Seconds
TOASTED SANDWICHES 1-2 Minutes PIZZA SLICE 4 Minutes
BACON 1 Minute FISH FILLETS 2-3 Minutes
HAMBURGERS (¼ pound) 1 Minute BREADED FISH 2-3 Minutes
These times are given as a general guide. Actual times depend upon food thickness, quality and individual
preference. If cooking FROZEN FOOD increase the time by approximately 50% and do not cook higher than 180C.
Instructions for cooking Paninis
1. Follow starting up instructions. When the filled Provencette Baguette is prepared, place on the bottom plate
inside the Mid-Frame and lower the lid down.
2. Cook the baguette for approximately two and a half minutes or until the centre is piping hot and the outside is
golden brown with stripes.
3. Serve using bags or napkins.
4. Under no circumstances allow carbon to build up on the plates –so cleaning must be carried out on a regular
basis. If not done, cooking times will be impaired.
Tips
1. There is no need to oil the grill if there is already olive oil in the baguettes. This will cut down greatly on the
mess.
2. Between each cooking, give the plates a quick scrape with the scraper provided. This will remove all residues
and ensure that there is no smoke rising from the grill. If the plates for the grill become coated in this residue
build-up, the grooves will become blocked and it will be extremely difficult and time consuming to remove and
clean.
3. If cooking less than three baguettes at a time, place them diagonally on the plates to give a more attractive
effect. Alternatively, if you have more time, try turning the baguette half way through cooking to give a crossed
effect.
4. Keep the outer metal casing of the grill clean by regularly removing debris and marks with a damp cloth.
Great emphasis is placed upon using only minimum amount of grease/oil, but never let the plates become
completely dry, as this could cause food to stick to them. If sticking occurs, lightly grease the plates. The food item
should also be greased if possible.
Problem solving
1. If the outside of the bread is burning before the inside is hot, just turn down the temperature by between 10 and
20 degrees and increase the cooking time as required. This problem may also be caused by the use of too
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FURTHER INFORMATION
Due to the versatility of our contact grills it is only possible to provide a broad guide to using this
method of cooking. However, we have been selling this type of equipment for 25 years and our unique
experience enables us to offer advice and help to anyone with a problem to solve, or a requirement to
satisfy using the ‘contact’ method. If you need further advice on our products or contact cooking
generally, please call our service line [phone]. We will be happy to be of service.
Service
In the unlikely event of a problem arising with your Rutland contact grill please call your local distributor
for service. In case of difficulty call our service line [phone] or lodge A Service Call on our
website at www.fsm-pl.com.au.