Silvercrest 291985 User manual

IAN 291985
ContaCt Grill SKGE 2000 C3
ContaCt Grill
Operating instructions
KontaKtGrill
Bedienungsanleitung

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Contents
Introduction ..............................................2
Information concerning these operating instructions .........................2
Copyright ..........................................................2
Intended use........................................................2
Warning notes ......................................................2
Safety ...................................................3
Basic safety guidelines ................................................3
Operating components .....................................7
Unpacking and installation ..................................7
Safety instructions....................................................7
Package contents and transport inspection ................................8
Unpacking .........................................................8
Disposal of packaging materials ........................................8
Handling and operation ....................................9
Before initial use .....................................................9
Heat level control ...................................................10
Operation.........................................................10
“Contact grill” position...............................................11
“Panini grill” position ................................................12
“Table grill” position.................................................13
Tips and tricks ............................................14
Cleaning and care ........................................15
Safety instructions...................................................15
Storage.................................................16
Recipes .................................................17
“Contact grill” position...............................................17
“Panini grill” position ................................................18
“Table grill” position.................................................21
Disposal.................................................23
Appendix ...............................................23
Technical data .....................................................23
Kompernass Handels GmbH warranty ..................................24
Service ...........................................................25
Importer..........................................................25

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Introduction
Information concerning these operating instructions
Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance.
You have selected a high-quality product. The operating instructions are part of
this product. They contain important information on safety, usage and disposal.
Before using the product, familiarise yourself with all handling and safety guidelines.
Use the product only as described and for the range of applications specified.
Please also pass these operating instructions on to any future owner.
Copyright
This documentation is protected by copyright.
Any copying or reproduction, including in the form of extracts, or any repro-
duction of images (even in a modified state), is permitted only with the written
authorisation of the manufacturer.
Intended use
This appliance is intended exclusively for grilling food indoors. The appliance is
not intended for any other purpose, nor for use beyond the scope described.
The appliance is not intended for use in commercial or industrial environments.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by failure to
observe these instructions, improper use or repairs, unauthorised modifications
or the use of unapproved replacement parts. The operator bears sole liability.
Warning notes
The following warning notice types are used in these operating instructions:
DANGER
A warning notice at this hazard level indicates an imminently
hazardous situation.
If the hazardous situation is not avoided, it could result in death or serious
physical injury.
► Follow the instructions in this warning notice to avoid the risk of death or
serious injury.

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WARNING!
A warning notice at this hazard level indicates a potentially
hazardous situation.
Failure to avoid this hazardous situation could result in injury.
► Follow the instructions in this warning notice to prevent injury.
CAUTION
A warning notice at this hazard level indicates a potential for
property damage.
Failure to avoid this situation could result in property damage.
► Follow the instructions in this warning notice to prevent property damage.
NOTE
► A note provides additional information that will assist you in using the
appliance.
Safety
In this section, you will find important safety instructions for using
the appliance.
This appliance complies with statutory safety regulations. Improper
use may result in personal injury and property damage.
Basic safety guidelines
To ensure safe operation of the appliance, follow the safety
guidelines set out below:
■ Prior to use, check the appliance for visible external damage.
Do not operate an appliance that has been damaged or
dropped.
■ To prevent accidents, have defective plugs and/or power ca-
bles replaced immediately by an authorised specialist techni-
cian or our Customer Service department.

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■ This appliance may be used by children of the age of 8 years or
more and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and/or knowledge if they are
being supervised or have been instructed with regard to the safe
use of the appliance and have understood the potential risks.
■ Children must not play with the appliance.
■ Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by
children unless they are older than 8 years of age and are
supervised.
■ Children younger than 8 years of age must be kept away from
the appliance and the power cable.
■ All repairs must be carried out by authorised specialist companies
or by the Customer Service department. Improper repairs may
put the user at risk. It will also invalidate any warranty claims.
■ Repairs to the appliance during the warranty period may only
be carried out by a customer service department authorised
by the manufacturer. Otherwise, no warranty claims will be
held for any subsequent damages.
■ Defective components must always be replaced with original
replacement parts. Compliance with safety requirements can
only be guaranteed if original replacement parts are used.
■ Do not allow the power cable to come into contact with hot
appliance parts. NEVER use the appliance near naked flames,
a hotplate or a heated oven.
■ After use, allow the appliance to cool down completely before
cleaning it. Risk of burns!
■ Install the appliance as close as possible to an electrical power
socket. Ensure that the power plug is quickly reachable in case of
danger, and also that there is no danger of tripping over the cable.
■ Provide a stable location for the appliance.

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
► The appliance should only be connected to correctly installed
and earthed mains power sockets. Ensure that the rating for
your local power supply corresponds with the details on the
rating plate of the appliance.
► Arrange for customer service to repair or replace connecting
cables and/or appliances that are not functioning properly
or have been damaged.
► Do not expose the appliance to rain, and never use it in a
humid or wet environment.
► Ensure that the power cable never becomes wet or moist during
use.
► NEVER immerse the appliance in water or other liquids! This
would bring about the risk of a potentially fatal electric
shock upon the next use of the appliance should moisture be
present in the voltage conducting elements.
► Always take hold of the plug when handling the power
cable. Do not pull on the cable itself and never touch the
power cable with wet hands, this could result in either a
short circuit or an electric shock.
► Do not place the appliance itself, furniture items or similar
objects on the power cable, and take steps to ensure it can-
not become jammed or trapped in any way.
► Do not open the appliance housing or attempt to repair or
modify the appliance. If the housing is opened or improper
modifications are made, you run the risk of receiving a po-
tentially fatal electric shock and the warranty will be void.

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
► Protect the appliance from drips or splashes of water. Thus,
do not place any vessels containing liquid (e.g. flower vases)
on or near the appliance.
► Always pull the plug out of the power socket during each
interruption, as well as after use and before any cleaning.
RISK OF BURNS!
Caution! Hot surface!
► The surfaces of the appliance become extremely hot during
use. Touch the appliance using only the handle.
CAUTION! MATERIAL DAMAGE!
► Do not use an external timer switch or a separate remote
control system to operate the appliance.
► Never leave the appliance unattended during operation.
► Ensure that the appliance, the power cable and the plug do
not come into contact with heat sources such as hotplates or
naked flames.
► Do not use charcoal or similar fuels to operate the appliance!
► To protect the non-stick coating, do not use metallic tools such
as knives, forks, etc. Should the non-stick coating become
damaged, stop using the appliance.
► Only operate the appliance with the original accessories sup-
plied.

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Operating components
Figure A:
Support feet
Safety catch
Unlocking button 180°
Red “Power” control lamp
Green “Ready” control lamp
Heat level control
Fat collector tray
RELEASE button (lower hotplate)
Fat outlet
Hotplates
-RELEASE button (upper hotplate)
Figure B:
3Cleaning scraper
Unpacking and installation
Safety instructions
WARNING!
During the first use of the appliance there is a risk
of injury and/or damage to property!
To avoid risks, observe the following safety instructions:
► Packaging material may not be used as a plaything. There is
a risk of suffocation.
► Please follow the instructions regarding the electrical connection
of the appliance to avoid damage to property.

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Package contents and transport inspection
The appliance is supplied with the following components as standard
(see fold-out page):
● Contact grill
● Fat collector tray
● Cleaning scraper
● Operating instructions
NOTE
► Check the package for completeness and for signs of visible damage.
► If the delivery is incomplete or damage has occurred as a result of defective
packaging or during transport, contact the Service hotline (see chapter
entitled Service).
Unpacking
♦ Remove all parts of the appliance and the operating instructions from the box.
♦ Remove all packaging materials and any films and labels.
Disposal of packaging materials
The packaging protects the appliance from damage during transport.
The packaging materials have been selected for their environmental friendliness
and ease of disposal, and are therefore recyclable.
Returning the packaging into the material cycle conserves raw materials and
reduces the amount of waste generated. Dispose of packaging materials that
are no longer needed in accordance with applicable local regulations.
NOTE
► If possible, keep the appliance's original packaging during the warranty
period so that the appliance can be packed properly for return shipment
in the event of a warranty claim.

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Handling and operation
This section provides you with important information on handling and using the
appliance.
Before initial use
1) Clean all accessories as described in the section “Cleaning and care” to
remove any production residues.
2) Read these operating instructions carefully.
3) Install the appliance in accordance with the safety instructions.
4) Unlock the appliance by setting the safety catch to the position .
5) Open the appliance.
6) Wipe the hotplates with a damp cloth.
7) Close the appliance.
8) Insert the power cable plug into a properly connected and earthed mains
power socket which supplies the voltage stated in the “Technical data” sec-
tion. Allow the appliance to heat up for about 5 minutes on the maximum
temperature setting by turning the heat level control to MAX.
NOTE
► The first time the appliance heats up, a small amount of smoke and odour
may be generated due to production-related residue. This is normal and is
completely harmless. Ensure sufficient ventilation; for example, by opening
a window.
9) After heating, pull the plug out of the mains socket and allow the appliance
to cool down completely.
10) Clean the appliance again with a damp cloth.

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Heat level control
The temperature is set using the heat level control .
–Heat level range 1: heating up range / low temperature
–Heat level range 2: medium temperature (e.g. cooking vegetables)
–Heat level range 3: high temperature (e.g. grill-roasting meat)
NOTE
► The green control lamp "Ready" lights up when the heat level control
is set at MIN. As soon as you set the heat level control to the desired
position, the green control lamp "Ready" goes out until the temperature
has been reached.
► The green control lamp "Ready" may switch off again in the interim. This
indicates that the temperature has fallen below the set temperature and the
appliance is heating up again.
► The red control lamp "Power" lights up as soon as the appliance is con-
nected to the mains.
Operation
1) Close the appliance lid using the handle.
2) Slide the fat collector tray into the appliance.
3) Replace the plug in the mains power socket. The red control lamp “Power” 
lights up. The green control light “Ready” lights up if the heat level control
is set to MIN.
4) Set the desired level on the heat level control. The green control lamp
“Ready” goes out. The green control lamp “Ready” comes on again
as soon as the set heating level is reached.
Heat level range 1
Heat level range 2
Heat level range 3

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NOTE
► The green control lamp "Ready" also comes on when the heat level
control is set to MIN. As soon as you set the heat level control to
the desired position, the green control lamp "Ready" goes out until the
temperature has been reached.
► The green control lamp "Ready" may switch off again in the interim. This
indicates that the temperature has fallen below the set temperature and the
appliance is heating up again.
NOTE
You can use this grill in 3 different ways:
–fully open so that both hotplates can be used as a table grill.
–with the movable upper hotplate as a contact grill so that, for
instance, meat is grilled from both sides.
–with the fixed upper hotplate as a panini grill so that, for
instance, baguettes can be gratinated.
“Contact grill” position
1) Open the appliance lid and place the food to be grilled on the lower
hotplate.
2) Close the appliance lid using the handle.
3) Due to its movable mount, the upper hotplate always lies parallel to the
lower hotplate even if the food to be grilled is bulky. This guarantees an
optimal grilling result.
4) Check the browning of the food after a while. To do this, open the appliance
lid using the handle.
NOTE
Start with short grilling times and increase them until you identify the correct
duration.
5) When you are satisfied with the level of browning, remove the grilled food.
CAUTION
Damage to the appliance!
► Do not use pointed or sharp objects to remove the grilled food. These could
damage the surfaces of the hotplates!
6) Turn the heat level control to MIN and remove the plug from the mains
power socket.

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CAUTION
► Always remove the plug from the mains power socket when the appliance is
not in use. It is not sufficient to simply set the heat level control to MIN!
“Panini grill” position
1) Open the appliance lid and place the food to be grilled on the lower
hotplate.
2) Close the upper hotplate and lock it at the desired height by pressing the
safety catch back (position MIN, II, III, IV, V). The further back you press
the safety catch , the greater the distance between the hotplates.
3) Check the browning of the food after a while. To do this, open the appliance
lid using the handle.
NOTE
Start with short grilling times and increase them until you identify the correct
duration.
4) When you are satisfied with the level of browning, remove the grilled food.
CAUTION
Damage to the appliance!
► Do not use pointed or sharp objects to remove the grilled food. These could
damage the surfaces of the hotplates!
5) Turn the heat level control to MIN and remove the plug from the mains
power socket.
CAUTION
► Always remove the plug from the mains power socket when the appliance is
not in use. It is not sufficient to simply set the heat level control to MIN!

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“Table grill” position
1) Fold out both support feet (Fig.1).
2) Press the unlocking button 180° (Fig.1) and open the appliance lid until
both hotplates can be used as a table grill.
Fig.1
3) The hotplates are now positioned next to each other and can be used as
a table grill (Fig. 2).
Fig. 2

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4) Place the food to be grilled onto the hotplates.
5) Turn the food to be grilled from time to time and remove it from the hot-
plates once it is cooked.
CAUTION
Damage to the appliance!
► Do not use pointed or sharp objects to turn or remove the grilled food.
These could damage the surfaces of the hotplates!
6) Turn the heat level control to MIN and remove the plug from the mains
power socket.
CAUTION
► Always remove the plug from the mains power socket when the appliance is
not in use. It is not sufficient to simply set the heat level control to MIN!
Tips and tricks
■ To make meat more tender and speed up the grilling process, you can
marinate it beforehand. An ideal basis for this can be sour cream, red wine,
vinegar, buttermilk or fresh papaya or pineapple juice, for example. Add
herbs and spices according to taste. Do not add salt as this can draw water
out of the meat and make it dry. Place the meat in the marinade so that it is
completely covered and close the container. Ideally, leave it overnight.
■ The hotplates have a non-stick coating, therefore extra fat is not neces-
sary. If you still wish to use fat, please ensure that the fat/oil is suitable for
grill-roasting, e.g. rapeseed oil.
■ If you are not sure whether the grilled food is cooked all the way through,
you can use a commercially available meat thermometer.

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Cleaning and care
Safety instructions
WARNING!
DANGER TO LIFE DUE TO ELECTRIC SHOCK!
Risk of injury when cleaning the appliance!
To avoid risks, observe the following safety instructions:
► Before cleaning, pull out the plug and wait until the appliance
has completely cooled down. Risk of injury!
► Never clean the appliance under running water and never im-
merse it in water. The appliance could be irreparably damaged!
CAUTION
Damage to the appliance!
► To avoid irreparable damage to the appliance, ensure that no moisture can
penetrate the appliance during cleaning.
► When cleaning the surfaces use neither abrasive or chemical cleaners, nor
sharp or scratchy objects.
■ Draw the cleaning scraper 3over the hotplates after the hotplates
have cooled down so that fat and residues are aggregated, and then slide
them into the fat collector tray .
■ Wipe the hotplates with a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive cleaning
agents, rough sponges or sharp objects for cleaning as these could damage
the non-stick coating.
For more stubborn soiling or hardened residue, remove the hotplates:
–Open the appliance.
–Press the RELEASE button and at the same time, remove the lower
hotplate.
–Hold the upper hotplate in place to prevent it from falling and press
the RELEASE button -. The upper hotplate is released from the
appliance.

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Clean the hotplates which have been removed in warm water with a little
detergent in it. For severe incrustations, leave the hotplates to soak for a while
in the water. After washing, rinse the hotplates with clean water to remove all
detergent residues. Dry everything properly. The hotplates must be dry before
you put them back in the appliance!
NOTE
For gentle cleaning of the hotplates, we recommend that you wash them by
hand, as described above. You can, however, also clean the hotplates in
the dishwasher.
To refit the hotplates, place the hotplates onto the base such that both
notches next to the fat outlet grip the hooks on the base. Then press down the
front part of the hotplate until you hear it engage.
Proceed in the same way with the second hotplate.
■ To clean the outer surfaces of the appliance, wipe it down with a damp cloth
and a small amount of washing-up liquid. Wipe off any detergent residues
using a cloth moistened with clean water.
Ensure that all parts are completely dry before re-using the appliance.
■ Wipe the cleaning scraper 3with a damp cloth. For more stubborn soiling,
add some mild detergent to the cloth or rinse it in warm water and detergent.
NOTE
For gentle cleaning of the cleaning scraper 3we recommend that you wash
it by hand as described above. You can, however, also clean the cleaning
scraper 3in the dishwasher.
■ Clean the emptied fat collector tray in hot water and washing-up liquid.
Rinse off detergent residues with clean water and dry it well.
NOTE
For gentle cleaning of the fat collector tray we recommend that you wash
it by hand as described above. You can, however, also clean the fat collector
tray in the dishwasher.
Storage
Store the cleaned appliance in a dry place.
Lock the appliance by sliding the safety catch to the position .

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Recipes
NOTE
Depending on the quality of the ingredients, the specified temperature settings
or times in the recipes may vary!
“Contact grill” position
Mex-Tex burger
900 g minced beef
6 tbsp. BBQ sauce
6 tbsp. finely chopped onions
3 tbsp. fresh or ready-made salsa
1/2 tsp. chilli powder
4 large hamburger buns
1) Mix the minced meat, onions, salsa, chilli powder and BBQ sauce in a
large bowl.
2) Shape the minced meat into four evenly sized hamburgers that are
approx. 2 cm thick.
3) Heat up the appliance (heat level range 3/Max).
4) Grill the hamburgers for 8 - 10 minutes on the pre-heated appliance, having
set this to the contact position. Then serve the hamburgers in the hamburger
buns together with the ingredients and herbs of your choice.
Rump steak with spring onion & herb sauce
500 g lean rump steak (each 125 g)
120 g margarine
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 finely chopped garlic clove
4 tbsp. finely chopped parsley
4 finely chopped spring onions
1) Mix the margarine and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl and
mix in the garlic, parsley and spring onions.
2) Heat up the appliance (heat level Max).
3) Grill the steak for 3 min. at heat level Max.
4) Brush the spring onion and herb sauce onto the steak and cook it for
another 4 minutes at the start of heat level range 2.