TECHWOOD TGD-2000 User manual

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DIET GRILL & SANDWISH PRESS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Dear consumer, Please read these instructions carefully before use in order
to avoid damage due to incorrect use and tobetter understand the functions
of this product. Please pay particular attention to the safety guide.
If you pass the device on to a third party, these Operating Instructions must
also be handed over.
Please keep them for future references.
TGD-2000

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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 above if they have been given supervision or instruction

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concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they
understand the hazards involved.
❑This appliance can be used by 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
if they understand the hazards involved.
❑This device is not a toy, do not leave children or people with
disabilities to play with.
❑Cleaning and maintenance must not be made by children.
❑Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged
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.
❑Avoid spillage on the connector.
❑Potential injury from misuse
❑The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after
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❑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.
❑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

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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.
❑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.
❑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.
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
household waste, but filed to the sorting of the locality.
Waste recovery can help preserve our environment.

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The symbol "STEAM" warns the user that steam can
escape from the unit and to take all necessary
precautions. (Risk of burns)
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 "GLASS / FORK" means that the device is
compatible and can come into contact with foodstuffs.
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 "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate
collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
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The symbol " CMIM " is the guarantee of compliance with
optional harmonized Moroccan Standards, which reflect the
essential requirements in terms of technical specifications.
These standards are not mandatory but ensuring
compliance with the essential requirements.
SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
. Cooking surfaces become very hot. Do touch only the
handles.
. Put the device, only on a heat resistant surface.
. To prevent overheating, do not place the unit under a cabinet.
Ensure there is enough space around the unit.
. Be careful of steam when opening the appliance after use.
SPECIAL WARNING FOR BBQ GRILL
• Charcoal or similar fuels must not be used with this unit.
WARNING: BURN HAZARD.
• During operation, the temperature of the appliance
surface may be hot.
• The heating parts remain hot, long time after stopping the
machine.
• The symbol "Hot Surface" warns the user that the
apparatus walls may become hot, and to take precautions.

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BEFORE THE FIRST USE
Before using this product for the first time, clean it as described in the "CLEANING
AND MAINTENANCE" section.
Non-stick material : lightly grease the plates of the appliance before first use.
Operate the appliance for 10 minutes with the lid closed.
Wipe with a damp cloth.
Note : When using the Sandwich Press for the first time, the unit will emit a fine
smoke. This is caused by the heating of the elements and new components and
can be disregarded.
−Remove all packaging from the Sandwich Press before use.
Place the Sandwich Press on a flat level surface. Unlock the Storage clip,
and unscrew the Adjustable Height knob, this will allow the top and bottom
to open and close.
−Cooking plates must be in the closed position for pre-heating.
−Before using your Sandwich Press for the first time, the non-stick plates must be
seasoned during the preheating time (until the green light comes on) to protect the
non-stick surface.
Note: For the first use ONLY, season the plates by applying a thin coat of
cooking oil, butter or margarine to the cooking surfaces and rub in with a
paper towel. Exercise care, as the cooking plates will be hot.
−Plug the power cord into a 230V power outlet and turn the power ON. The
Heating up (Red) light will illuminate, indicating that there is power to the unit.
The Ready (Green) light will also illuminate, indicating pre-heating operation.
−Preheat the plates for 2-4 minutes (or until the green light goes OFF). Season
the plates accordingly if using the sandwich press for the first time. Maximum
temperature of the plates is obtained after 5 seconds of the GREEN light
turning OFF.
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 & stable surface.
•Never modify the appliance in anyway.

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•Do not use this product to cook or defrost frozen foods. All foods must be
completely thawed before cooking with this appliance.
•Close the unit and connect it to the mains.
Note : The power indicator lights in orange.
•Leave the appliance closed during its heating time.
Note : Remember to insert the grease receiver at the back, under the device.
•To open the device, press the right end of the locking latch to unlock the
product and pull the handle up.
Caution : The heating plates and metal surfaces of the appliance become
extremely hot during use.
To avoid the risk of burns, wear resistant gloves, and touch only the
handle.
•After about five minutes, the "Ready" light will turn green to indicate that the
product is ready for use.
Note : The heating indicator lights up and goes out at regular intervals to maintain
the correct cooking temperature.
•Place food on the bottom plate, using wooden or heat-resistant plastic utensils.
Note : Do not use metal utensils, they could damage the non-stick coating of the
plates.
•Use the handle to lower the upper plate and which poses on the top of the food.
Notes : The cooking time depends on the type and thickness of the food.
If other foods are to be cooked, leave the plates closed to retain heat.
•When food is cooked as desired, lift the handle and remove it from the plate.
•After use, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.
•Wait for the appliance to cool completely, to clean it.
•Lock the unit in the closed position before storing.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
•Before cleaning, always: switch off the appliance, disconnect the apparatus and
let it cool.
•Clean the outside of the apparatus with a sponge or slightly wet linen.
•The parts (removable) 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.
•Never plunge the apparatus in water or all other liquid!
•Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or another cutting object.
•Wipe the inside and edges of the heating plate with absorbent paper towel or a
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•Should any filling be difficult to remove, pour a little cooking oil onto the heating
plate and re-heat for 1-2 minutes.
•Turn the power off and wipe off after 5 minutes when the filling has softened.
Wipe the outside with a slightly moistened cloth ensuring that no moisture, oil or
grease enter the appliance.
•Do not use spray-on cleaners, as this will affect the performance of the Non-
Stick surface on the cooking plates.
•DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER OR ANY LIQUID
EXCITING RECIPES
Toasted Mushroom and Sun dried Tomato Sandwiches
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 15 mins
Yield: 4 x sandwiches
Fancy a quick, tasty lunch or snack? Make the most of your sandwich toaster with
this mouth-watering recipe.
Ingredients:
300 g cup mushrooms, sliced
100 g baby spinach leaves
½ cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
¾ cup grated, reduced-fat cheddar cheese
200 g Turkish bread, sliced into four servings
Heat a frying pan and spray it with cooking spray. Add mushrooms and cook,
stirring occasionally, for three minutes or until soft. Drain on paper towel. Season
with salt and pepper.
Preheat the Sandwich press until “Ready” Light turns on.
Arrange spinach leave, mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes and cheese evenly on
the Turkish bread. Season with salt and pepper. Top with remaining bread and
press down firmly.
Place sandwiches under the grill or in the sandwich toaster and cook for five
minutes or until toasted. Cut in half and serve.
Lamb and pesto focaccia
ingredients
400g lamb fillets
20cm-square piece focaccia
¼ cup (65g) basil pesto
½ cup (50g) shaved parmesan cheese