TECHWOOD TRD-235 User manual

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RACLETTE GRILL OR STONE “DUO”
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
❑Please read these instructions carefully before use.
❑Keep present instructions for future references.
❑Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on
the appliance.
❑Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and
household or similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas, in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
- Environment type like :
• Farm Houses • Bed and Breakfast.
❑Only use the appliance in the way indicated in these
instructions.
❑Never use this unit near bathtub, shower, wash-hand basins or
other containers with water.
❑Never use this apparatus near water projections.
❑Never use this apparatus with the wet hands.
❑If, unfortunately the apparatus is wet, immediately withdraw
the cord of the socket-outlet.
❑Inform potential users of these instructions.
❑Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
❑The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose. No
responsibility can be taken for any possible damage caused by
incorrect use or improper handling.
❑Children and persons with disabilities are not always aware of
the danger posed by the use of appliances.
❑This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
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above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
❑Children shall not play with the appliance.
❑Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
❑Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less
than 8 years.
❑In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their
reach.
❑Caution ! Do not allow small children to play with the foil :
THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !
❑From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the
appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage.
❑Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for
any reason whatsoever.
❑Never place it into the dishwasher.
❑Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
❑Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance has been damaged in any manner. If the
supply cord or appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
❑Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of
cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.
❑Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry
environment.
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❑Never use accessories, which are not recommended by the
producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and risk
to damage the appliance.
❑Never use any other connector than the one provided.
❑Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the
cord cannot get caught in any way.
❑Never wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it
❑Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact with
hot parts of this unit.
❑Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning and
storing it.
❑The temperature of accessible surfaces may be very high
when the appliance is operating. Never touch these parts, of
apparatus, to avoid burning itself.
❑Make sure the appliance never comes into contact with
flammable materials, such as curtains, cloth, etc...& the power
cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
❑Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power
supply and let it cool down.
❑This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote-control system.
❑Always place the unit on a flat surface. Ensure, also, not to
cover the device and not to put anything on it.
❑Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the
appliance is not in use.
❑When using an extension lead always make sure that the
entire cable is unwound from the reel. Use solely CE approved
extension leads. Input power must be at least 16A, 250V,
3000W.
❑Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the
appliance and cause injury to the user.
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❑This device, designed for home use, complies with standards
relating to this type of product.
❑The appliance must be used and rested on a table or flat &
stable surface.
❑The item must not be left unattended when it is connected to
main supply.
❑The item is not to be used, if it has been dropped or if there are
visible signs of damage or if it is leaking.
❑Regarding the instructions for cleaning, thanks to refer to the
below paragraph of the manual.
❑Regarding the details on how to clean surfaces in contact with
food, refer to the below paragraphs.
❑This appliance is only intended for household use.
(*) Competent qualified person : after sales department of the
producer or importer or any person who is qualified, approved
and competent to perform this kind of repairs.
SPECIAL WARNING FOR BBQ GRILL & RACLETTE
• Charcoal or similar fuels must not be used with this unit.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbol "OPEN BOOK" means a recommendation to
read important things contained in the record.
The symbol "BIN" crossed out, abbreviation WEEE
(Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) means
that at the end of life, it should not be discarded with
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household waste, but filed to the sorting of the locality.
Waste recovery can help preserve our environment.
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The symbol "CE" is the guarantee of compliance with
harmonized European standards, voluntary, reflecting
the essential requirements into technical specifications.
These standards are not mandatory but are guarantees
of compliance with essential requirements.
The symbol ROHS (Restriction of use of some
Hazardous Substances) on the Environmental
Protection, certifies that for each of the five hazardous
substances • Lead • Mercury • (hexavalent) chromium •
products for protection against flames PBB and PBDE,
the peak concentration is equal to or less than 0.1% of
the weight of homogeneous material, and 0.01% for the
6th • cadmium.
The symbol "HOT SURFACE" warns the user that the
surface of the unit can become very hot, and to take
precautions as required.
The symbol "GLASS / FORK" means that the device is
compatible and can come into contact with foodstuffs.
The symbol "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate
collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
For more information : http://www.quefairedemesdechets.fr
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FIRST USE
Clean the baking stone, and small stoves raclette with a sponge or damp cloth.
Rinse and dry.
When you plug the unit for the first time a light smoke and odour may be produced.
This is normal, the fat used in the manufacture may have spread on the heating
resistor and then burns. For this reason, it is recommended to preheat the raclette
grill without food during about 10 minutes (ventilate well).
Before each use, the device must be preheated For about 10-15 minutes to get the
right temperature of the stone.
To protect the water table and splashes of fat deposited under the device, easy to
clean and resistant to heat carrier.
USE
● Unroll the power cord completely.
● Check that the tension in force in the country where you are, corresponds to that
indicated on the apparatus.
● Connect the apparatus in a correct socket-outlet, (and connected to the ground
if the unit is Class I), to avoid any danger.
● Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of cleaning of
maintenance and accessories assembly.
● Stand the appliance on a table or flat surface.
● Keep the raclette grill away 15cm, at least, from the wall or things, when
cooking.
● Never modify the appliance in anyway.
● Ensure the power switch in the “OFF” position before plug in. For first time
operation,
● Never hang your appliance on the electrical cord.
OPERATION
1) Connect the Raclette BBQ to the power supply.
2) After pre-heating the BBQ for 10 minutes, Place any food on cooking stone.
3) Scoops for re-heating the cooked food or cheese ; heat for 3-4 minutes and then
put scoops away.
4) When finished using the Raclette BBQ turn the switch to “OFF” position and
unplug it from the socket.
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COOKING STONE OR GRILL
Place the apparatus in the middle of the table.
Cut the meat into pieces so that everyone can use at will and grilled on the stone or
on the grill (depending of the chosen item).
Note : You can grill at the same time in the small pan, cheese, bread or potatoes,
make fried eggs, brown fruit or cook etc. .. It can serve meat, fish, sauces, salads
etc.
If meat is cut into small pieces, the time to grill will be shorter.
RACLETTE
Raclette is a Swiss specialty.
For best results, use original raclette cheese with good quality.
Counting 200 to 250g. of cheese per person.
Cut the cheese into slices 2 to 3 mm thick.
Cook potatoes in their skins & Keep them warm in a covered bowl, or drop them,
cooked on the stone to keep them warm.
Place the device in the centre of the table.
Put the cheese in small pan scraper and file under the heater for 3-4 minutes.
When the cheese is melted and becomes golden brown, place on a plate or on
potatoes. Spices with a little pepper.
Note : Serve with Raclette : raw and cooked ham, Graubünden beef, delicatessen
in general and small white onions with cornichons.
usually we drink (in moderation) dry white wine from Savoie, Apremont or Abymes
style.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning switch off the appliance
Always disconnect the apparatus and to let it cool before cleaning.
Clean the outside of the apparatus with a sponge or slightly wet linen.
The parts in contact with food like plate, bowl, forks, Spatula etc. can be washed in
hot water with sponge and soft detergent or put in the dishwasher.
The cooking stone can be washed in hot water with sponge and soft detergent but
is not dishwasher safe.
Never plunge the apparatus in water or all other liquid !
Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or another cutting object.
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STORAGE
-Ensure the unit is completely cool and dry.
-Do not wrap the cord around the appliance, as this will cause damage.
-Keep the appliance in a cool, dry place.
GUARANTEE
Before being delivered, all our products are subjected to a rigorous control.
This apparatus is guaranteed 24 months starting from the date of purchase by the
consumer.
The documents in proof of guarantee are :
• The invoice and
• The filled and stamped warrantee plate (located on side or bottom of the gift box).
Without these documents in proof, no free replacement, nor no free repair, can be
carried out.
During the warranty period, we deal for free, the defects of the apparatus or the
accessories, rising from a defect of materials or manufacture by repair or,
replacement. The services within the framework of the guarantee do not involve any
extension of the warranty period and does not give right to a new guarantee !
In the event of recourse to the guarantee, bring back the complete apparatus to
your retailer, in its original packing, accompanied by the proofs of purchase.
The breakage of parts out of glass or plastic is, in all the cases, not warranted.
Defects on the accessories or the wearing parts (for example: coals of engines,
hooks, drive belts, remote control of replacement, teeth brushes of replacement,
webs etc) as well as cleaning, maintenance or it replacement of wearing parts are
not guaranteed and are thus to pay !
In the event of foreign intervention, the guarantee becomes null and void.
After flow of the warranty period, repairs can be carried out, against payment, by a
specialized trade or a repair service.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply 220-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power 350W
Norm Class I
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Made in PRC
The characteristics can change without preliminary preventing
This unit is equipped with an electrical outlet with earth and must be earthed in an
according plug.
Note : In the event of question concerning the earth or electric
connection, please consult a qualified personnel.
In the event of short-circuit, earthing reduces the risk of electric
shock while making possible the current to be evacuated by the
wire of ground.
CAUTION: In order to minimize the risks of electric shock, In the event of
breakdown, not to open the case but to call upon a qualified technician for
repairs.
This apparatus satisfied EC directives, it was controlled according to all the
European current directives, like: electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and low
tension (LVD).
This apparatus was designed and manufactured in respect of the last safety
regulations and technical specifications.
Imported by Sotech International
" LE PERIPOLE " N°A107
33, Avenue du Marechal de Lattre de Tassigny
94120 Fontenay sous bois - France
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