Cleaning And Storage; Questions/Answers - Cuisinart GR40AR Manual De Instrucciones

5 . CLEANING AND STORAGE

• When you have finished cooking, turn the button to "O" and unplug
the appliance . Allow the appliance to cool completely (minimum
1/2 hour) before cleaning it .
• Use the cleaning tool to remove food residues that remain on the
cooking plates .
• Discard fat that has run into the drip cup .
• Remove the plates from the appliance by pressing the ejection
buttons .
• The cleaning tool, drip cup and plates can be washed in hot, soapy
water or in the dishwasher .
• Do not use metal objects such as a knife or fork, or abrasive sponges
or cleaning products that could damage the coating .

6 . QUESTIONS/ANSWERS

WHAT DO I DO IF:
The appliance smokes the first time I use it?
The appliance turns itself off?
The food does not cook?
The barbecued food does not sear, it is
difficult to cook?
I have different kinds of food to be cooked?
A little cooking juice leaks onto the body of
the appliance?
There's a lot of smoke during cooking?
• To clean the housing, lid and handle of the appliance, use a damp
cloth and a little soft detergent . Do not use abrasive sponges or
products .
• Cleaning the appliance regularly prevents substantial build-up .
The Griddler remains easy to clean and it will continue to perform
properly .
• Before storing your grill, put the plates and the drip tray back
in position, close the lid then wind the cable around the hooks
intended for this purpose .
ANSWERS
It's normal for the appliance to smoke a little during the first use . Clean with a
damp cloth before turning it on .
Check that the middle control is not in the "O" position and that the appliance is
plugged in .
It is possible that the appliance has overheated . Unplug the appliance and allow to
cool for at least 15 minutes . Turn it on as usual and start your cooking again .
Check the plug is firmly in the outlet and that the cooking mode has been
selected .
Check that the selected temperature or the cooking mode are appropriate for the
food .
Use the grill in the flat position (Plancha, barbecue or combined position) and
cook each food on a different plate, this way the flavours of the foods will not
mingle .
Wait until the appliance has cooled completely then wipe with a hot damp cloth .
Never immerse the base of the appliance in water .
Avoid using too much grease when cooking . Fat releases smoke . Use a brush to
grease dry foods .
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