Uniflame Sunbeam BC1712E Deluxe User manual

By UniFlame
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. IF YOU ARE
ASSEMBLING THIS UNIT FOR SOMEONE ELSE, GIVE THIS MANUAL TO
HIM OR HER TO SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Model BC1712E Deluxe
Portable Electric Grill
WARNING
Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance
can cause injury or
property damage.
Read the installation,
operation and
mai
ntenance instructions
thoroughly before
installing or servicing
this equipment.
Failure to follow these
instructions could result
in fire or explosion,
which could cause
property damage,
personal injury, or death.
DANGER!
DO NOT use electric grill
for indoor cooking or
heating. NOT to be used
in or on boats or
recreational vehicles.

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Dear Valued Customer,
Congratulations on your new barbecue grill: You’ve made the right choice! In this
manual, you will find assembly instructions, suggestions for grilling, and helpful
hints, as well as guidelines for the safe operation, proper care of, and use of your
grill. Our expert staff strives to provide you with an easy to assemble product.
However, in the unlikely event that a part is missing or defective, please call our
customer satisfaction department seven days a week at [phone] from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. central standard time. You also can fax your request to (847) 731-
6032. When faxing, please include your name, address, model number, part
needed, and the name of the store where you purchased your grill. We then will
ship your request as soon as possible. We appreciate and encourage customer
feedback. Please contact us if you have any suggestions or comments regarding
this product.
Best Regards,
UniFlame Corporation
Customer Satisfaction Department

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read all instructions
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord,
plugs, or heating element in water or liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug
or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner. Call our customer service for a replacement
controller. This controller is made specifically for this grill.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Fuel, such as charcoal briquettes, is not to be used with
appliance.
9. Use only properly grounded outlet.
10.Do not let cord hand over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
11.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
12.Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
13.Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn
any control to “off,” then remove plug from wall outlet.
14.Do not use appliance for other than intended use
15. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Safety First!
Read and understand all warnings and precautions prior to operating your grill.
For outdoor use only. This grill is not intended for commercial use. Do not use this
appliance for other than intended use.
Read this manual before cooking on grill. Failure to follow all manufacturer’s instructions could
result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY AND USE!
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. DO NOT store or use
gasoline or other
flammable vapors and
liquids within 25 feet of
this or any other
appliance.
2. When cooking with
oil/grease, do not allow
the oil/grease to exceed
350° F (177°C). Do not
store or use extra
cooking oil in the
vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
4. Do not leave
oil/grease unattended.

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Danger
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL OR RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY. TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK:
1. Use only with GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) protected
circuit
2. Do not use grill when raining
3. To prevent grill from being splashed or falling into water,
do not use grill within 10 feet of pool, pond, or other body of water
4. Keep grill and electric controller dry and out of rain at all
times
5. Do not operate grill with an electric controller that has a
damaged cord, plug, or metal probe. Call our customer service for
a replacement controller. This controller is made specifically for
this grill.
6. Never remove grounding plug, or use with an adapter to
two prongs.
7. Keep electric plugs off ground, and dry.
8. In case of fire, turn controller OFF, unplug grill from outlet, and allow fire to burn out. Do not use
water to put out a fire in this or another electrical appliance.
9. Do not use water or other liquid spray to clean grill without first unplugging electric controller and
removing heating element.
WARNING!
1. This grill is for outside use only, and shall not be used in a building, garage, or any other
enclosed area
2. The use of alcohol, or prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer's ability
to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance.
3. Do not use gasoline, kerosene, or alcohol for lighting!
4. Always open grill lid carefully and slowly as heat and steam trapped within grill can severely
burn you.
5. Always place your grill on a hard, level surface far away from combustibles
6. Do not attempt to move the grill while it is on.
7. Do not leave grill unattended while in use. Always keep children away from grill while unit is in
use.
8. Do not use the grill unless it is COMPLETELY assembled and all parts are securely fastened
and tightened.
9. Keep all combustible items and surfaces at least 24 inches (2 feet) away from the grill at all
times. DO NOT use this grill product under any overhead or near any unprotected combustible
constructions.
Caution
1. When cooking, use utensils long enough to avoid personal injury.
2. Do not touch metal parts of grill until it has completely cooled (about 45 min.) to avoid burns,
unless you are wearing protective gear (potholders, gloves, BBQ mittens, etc.). Touch only knobs and
handles
WARN
ING
• Do not use 16 gauge
extension cords.
Damage to household
wiring and/or fire could
result.
• Never use charcoal or
lighter fluid. A charcoal
fire will result, and the
grill is not designed for
charcoal. The fire will
create an unsafe
condition and damage
the grill.

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3. Do not use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep grill area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
4. Do not alter grill in any manner.
5. When not in use, store grill in progected area and electric parts indoors.
Grill functions best WITHOUT an extension cord.
If an extension cord is necessary:
•Use a UL approved, 3-prong plug (grounded) that is rated for at least
15 amperes, and suitable for outdoor use.
•Never connect two or more extension cords together.
•Use the shortest extension cord possible.
•A 12-or 14-gauge cord of less than 50 feet is preferable.
•Keep connections dry and off the ground.
Avoid draping the grill cord where children or animals could
accidentally pull it.
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24
Raised lip of controller should be
inserted until it is snug against
element bracket.
Settings on controller
knob are indicated by
triangular mark.
Make sure that controller
knob is turned fully to the
“off” position before
plugging the controller into
grill and outlet.
OFF
OFF
HIGH
MED
LOW

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Illustrated parts list
1: Lid..…………………....... ………………..1 pc
55-12-844
2: Grill Bottom …………..……………..……. 1 pc
55-12-849
3.Cooking Grid ………………….……… 1 pc
55-12-854
4.Side Handles ………………..………..…2pcs
55-12-845
5: Lid Handle.………..………………..……… 1pc
55-12-850
6: Air Damper…………………...……… 1pcs
55-12-855
7: Legs ……………….……..…4pcs
55-12-846
8: Heat Reflector Plate …………..…..…….. 1 pc
55-12-851
9. Heat Element……………………………1pc
55-12-856
10. Electric Cord With Plug…………..1pc
55-12-847
11. Hinges-A………………………………….2pcs
55-12-852
12. Hinges-B…………….…….………….2pcs
55-12-857
13.Warming Grid…………………….……..1pc
55-12-848
14.Buckle ………..…………………….……..1pc
55-12-853
A
Long Bolts
55-12-858 2pcs
ILarge Lock Washers
55-12-866
2pcs
BMedium Bolts
55-12-859 8pcs JMedium lock washers
55-12-867
17pcs
CShort bolts
55-12-860
9pcs K
Small Lock Washers(?3.2)
55-12-868
2pcs
DSmall bolts (M3)
55-12-861
2pcs
L
Large Flat Washers
55-12-869
2pcs
E
Large Wing Nuts
55-12-862
2pcs
M
Medium Flat Washers
55-12-870
16pcs
FMedium Wing Nuts
55-12-863
17pcs N
Small Flat Washer(?3.2)
55-12-871
2pcs
GSmall Nuts(M3)
55-12-864 2pcs O
Pins
55-12-872
2pcs
HBlack Heat Resistant Washers
55-12-865
8pcs
P
Cotter pins
55-12-873
2pcs

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Assembly Instructions
For Best Results
Remove all contents from packaging, and make sure all parts are present before
attempting to assemble! Tighten all bolt connections by hand first, then when the grill is
fully assembled, go back and tighten.
Step 1
Attach air damper (6) to lid (1) using
a short bolt (C), a medium wing nut
(F), and a medium lock washer (J).
Step2
Attach lid handle (5) to lid (1)
using long bolts (A), heat-
resistant washers (H), large
washers (L), large lock
washers (I), and large wing
nuts (E). Next, attach lid
hinges (11), using short bolts
(C), heat-resistant washers
(H), medium washers (M),
medium lock washers (J), and
medium wing nuts (F).
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Step 3
Attach four legs (7) to grill bottom (2) by inserting as shown.
Then secure the legs to the bottom using medium bolts (B),
medium lock washers (J), medium washers (M), and medium
wing nuts (F).
Step 4
Attach buckle (14) to grill
bottom (2), using small
bolts (D), small washers
(N), small lock washers
(K), and small nuts (G).
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Step 5
Attach side handles (4) to grill
bottom (2) using medium bolts
(B), medium wing nuts (F),
medium lock washers (J), and
medium washers (M).
Step 6
Attach bottom hinges (12) to
grill bottom (2), using short
bolts (C), heat-resistant
washers (H), medium wing
nuts (F), medium lock washers
(J), and medium washers (M).
Step 7
Install heat reflector plate (8)
into grill bottom (2)
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MJF
Step 8
Install the heating element (9), by
inserting it into square hole in grill
bottom (2), then securing with short
bolts (C), medium wing nuts (F),
medium lock washers (J), and
medium washers (M).
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O
Step 9
Attach grill top (1) to grill bottom
(2) at hinges using pins (O), and
cotter pins (P).
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Step 10
Install warming rack (13) into
grill by inserting wire ends of
rack into holes in grill, as
shown.

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Insert cooking grid (3) into
grill. Grid will rest on ledge
inside grill bottom .
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Step 12
Plug cord (10) into
exposed end of heating
element. Raised lip of
controller should be
inserted until it is snug
against element bracket.

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Operating Instructions
Make sure that controller knob is turned fully to the “off” position before plugging the controller
into outlet. Settings on controller knob are indicated by triangular mark on electric controller.
Use only properly grounded outlet.
Before cooking on this grill for the first time, operate the grill for about 15 minutes with the lid
closed and the grill turned on “high.” This will “heat clean” the internal parts and dissipate odor
from the painted finish.
Choose desired heating setting for the type of food you are cooking. Adjust control knob higher
or lower as need to achieve desired heating output. Heating element will heat entire cooking
surface evenly.
Always open grill lid carefully and slowly as heat and steam trapped within grill can severely
burn you.
Burning-off the grill after every use (approx. 15 minutes) will keep excessive food residue from
building up. Clean your grill after each use, DO NOT use abrasive or flammable cleaners, as it
will damage the parts of this product and may start a fire.
Always turn off and unplug grill when not in use.
Never use charcoal or lighter fluid. A charcoal fire will result, and the grill is not designed for
charcoal. The fire will create an unsafe condition and damage the grill.

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Cleaning and Care
Caution: All cleaning and maintenance should be done when grill is cool. DO NOT clean any grill part
in a self-cleaning oven. The extreme heat will damage the finish.
Cleaning
Burning-off the grill after every use (approx. 15 minutes) will keep excessive food residue from building
up.
Recommended cleaning materials -
Mild dishwashing liquid detergent Hot water
Nylon cleaning pad Wire brush
Putty knife/scraper
DO NOT use cleaners that contain acid, mineral spirits or xylene.
Outside surfaces -The porcelain finish of the grill lid has a glass-like composition that should be
handled with care not to chip. Use mild dishwashing detergent or baking soda and hot water solution.
Non abrasive scouring powder can be used on stubborn stains, then rinse with water.
If the inside surface of the grill lid has the appearance of peeling paint, baked on grease buildup has
turned to carbon and is flaking off. Clean thoroughly with strong solution of detergent and hot water.
Rinse with water and allow to completely dry. NEVER USE OVEN CLEANER.
Interior of grill bottom –Remove residue using brush, scraper and/or cleaning pad, then wash
with dishwashing detergent and hot water solution. Rinse with water and let thoroughly dry.
Plastic surfaces –Wash with a soft cloth and dishwashing detergent and hot water solution.
Rinse with water. Do not use abrasive cleaners, degreasers or a concentrated grill cleaner on plastic
parts. Cooking Grid –Use mild dishwashing detergent and hot water solution. Non abrasive scouring
powder can be used on stubborn stains, then rinse with water.
Heat Plate –Clean residue with wire brush and wash with soapy water, then rinse with water.
Cleaning heeting element assembly -
1. Make sure grill is unplugged from power outlet.
2. Unplug electric controller from heating element.
3. Remove cooking grate
4. Remove heating element by unscrewing the wing nuts securing the heating element at the
connection. There is a lock washer and a flat washer under each wing nut.
5. Lift heating element up and away from side of grill.
6. Clean heating element with mild brush or cloth. Be careful not to damage the heating element
surface. Do not submerse heating element or electric controller in water.
7. Reinstall heating element and plug electric controller back to heating element. Inspect electric
controller and power cord for any damage. If damaged, Call our customer service for a replacement
controller. This controller is made specifically for this grill.

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Barbecue Recipes
Never-fail barbecue sauce
Ingredients:
¼ cup Finely Chopped Onion
2 tablespoons Butter Or Margarine
¼ cup Brown Sugar, Firmly Packed
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
¼ teaspoon Hot Pepper Sauce
1Clove Garlic, Finely Chopped
1 cup Catsup
¼ cup Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Prepared Mustard
Prepare:
Cook onion and garlic in margarine until tender. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Simmer
uncovered 15 to 20 minutes. Refrigerate leftovers after using.
Mamma’s Marinated Chicken
Ingredients:
¼ cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dried tarragon
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Prepare:
Combine ingredients, mixing well. Marinade chicken for several hours. Grill uncovered, over medium
heat, for 10 to 15 minutes or to taste.
Barbecued Honey Steak
Ingredients:
5 pounds Beef sirloin steak
2 tablespoons Red pepper -- crushed
1 teaspoon Black pepper
2Garlic cloves -- crushed
1 large Onion
1 cup Honey
Prepare:
Combine all ingredients and marinate steak for 7-8 hours. Remove meat from marinade and grill over
very high heat. Heat leftover marinade and pour over grilled steak to serve.

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Hardcore Grilled Trout
Ingredients:
1/4 cup lemon or lime juice
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 brook trout -- about 1 pound each
Prepare:
Combine lemon juice, margarine, oil, parsley, sesame seeds, hot sauce, ginger and salt. Mix well.
Pierce skin of fish in several places. Roll fish in juice mixture to coat inside and out. Cover. Refrigerate
30 minutes to 1 hour, turning occasionally. Remove fish from marinade. Place fish on grill; brush fish
with marinade while grilling. Cook over high heat for 5 minutes. Turn; brush with marinade, cook 5
minutes longer. Fish is done when it flakes easily with fork –Cook to taste.
Grilled Veggies
Ingredients:
¾ cup Olive oil
¼ cup Red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon Fresh basil; chopped
1 teaspoon Fresh oregano; chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon Ground black pepper
2 pounds assorted vegetables, chopped or whole, according to taste.
Prepare
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Marinade vegetables with sauce, and cover and refrigerate for
2 hrs. Grill vegetables over medium heat until tender, brushing them with marinade while they cook.
Cooking times will vary according to the vegetables chosen.

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1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
UniFlame Corporation warrants to the original retail purchaser of this grill that if it is assembled and operated in
accordance with the printed instructions accompanying it then for a period of one (l) year from the date of
purchase. All parts shall be free from defects in material and workmanship. UniFlame may require reasonable
proof of your date of purchase. Therefore, you should retain your sales slip or invoice.
This Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of parts, which prove defective under normal
use and service and which on examination, shall indicate, to UniFlame's satisfaction, they are defective.Before
returning any parts, contact UniFlame's Customer Service Department. If UniFlame confirms the defect and
approves the claim, Uniflame will elect to replace such parts without charge. If you are required to return defective
parts, transportation charges must be prepaid. UniFlame will return parts to the purchaser, freight or postage
prepaid.
This Limited Warranty does not cover any failures or operating difficulties due to accident, abuse, misuse,
alteration, misapplication, improper installation or improper maintenance or service, or failure to perform normal
and routine maintenance, as set out in this owners manual. There are no other express warrants except as set
forth herein and any applicable implied warranties of merchantability and fitness are limited in duration to the
period of coverage of this express written Limited Warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may not apply to you.
UniFlame is not liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
UniFlame does not authorize any person or company to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection
with the sale, installation, use, removal, return, or replacement of its equipment, and no such representations are
binding on UniFlame.
UniFlame Corporation
1817 N. Kenosha Road
Zion, Illinois 60099,USA
[phone]
24 Hour Fax: [phone]