Calphalon HE600CG User Manual

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Calphalon HE600CG User Manual

Removable Plate Grill

USER GUIDE

Model HE600CG

Gril à plaques amovibles

GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR

Modèle HE600CG

Thank you for choosing a Calphalon® removable plate grill.

All Calphalon small electrics are engineered to deliver premium heating performance.

The Calphalon OPTI-HEATTM System is made up of two parts: premium materials and optimal heat delivery, which work together to offer even heating and create beautiful results.

We know you are excited to start grilling, and we promise to enhance your culinary experience every step of the way. So whether you’re a novice in the kitchen, or an experienced

gourmet, the tips and recipes in this guide will help you express your flavor – with sizzling grill sensations.

Table of Contents

 

Important Safeguards

page 3

 

 

Parts and Features

page 6

Assembling Your Removable Plate Grill

page 7

Operating Your Removable Plate Grill

page 8

Cleaning and Care

page 12

Frequently Asked Questions

page 13

 

 

Warranty/Customer Service

page 14

Recipes

page 16

Table des matières

 

Mise en gardes importantes

page 19

Pièces et fonctions

page 22

Assemblage de votre gril à plaques amovibles

page 24

Utilisation de votre gril à plaques amovibles

page 25

Nettoyage et entretien

page 30

Foire aux questions

page 31

 

 

Garantie/service client

page 32

Recettes

page 35

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What You Need To Know About

Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safeguards appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when maintaining or operating your removable plate grill. Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent

or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

WARNING

Warning – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Caution – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following.

1.Read all instructions

2.Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3.Always remove the plug from the wall outlet before removing the grill plates from the removable plate grill.

4.Always allow the grill plates to cool fully before removing the grill plates from the removable plate grill. Do not remove the grill plates while the unit is in use.

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5.To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or removable plate grill base in water or other liquid. Do not install the grill plates into the removable plate grill base when they are wet.

6.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

7.Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before assembling or removing parts.

8.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.

9.The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Calphalon may cause injuries.

10.Do not use outdoors.

11.The power cord must be fully unwound from the cord wrap when in use.

12.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

13.Do not place on or near a hot gas, electric, or induction burner, or in a heated oven.

14.Do not operate the removable plate grill on any surface that may be affected by heat. Use a heat-resistant mat on these surfaces.

15.Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

16.To disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then remove plug from wall outlet.

17.This product is designed for household use only. Do not use appliance for other than intended purpose.

18.This appliance generates heat and may create steam during use. Take precautions to prevent burns, fires or other personal injury or property damage.

19.Do not place anything on top of or underneath this product while it is operating or when it is being stored.

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20.Do not leave your removable plate grill unattended during use.

21.Be sure to leave adequate space around the removable plate grill for air circulation and keep it away from flammable fabrics and surfaces.

22.When placing food on or removing food from the grill, prevent the grill from accidentally closing by holding the handle for the upper grill plate with an oven mitt.

23.The removable plate grill is not intended for use with the top housing open.

Electrical Requirements

Avoid electrical shock. This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and it should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. If the plug fails to fit into an existing outlet, contact a qualified electrician to update the outlet.

Use proper extension cord. The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. A short power-supply cord should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance and the cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Parts and Features

OPTI-HEATTM System

Optimal Heat Delivery:

The precision placement of the grill’s heating element, along with the internal sensor, help maintain even heat across the cooking surface.

Premium Materials:

Your grill’s high performance bronze nonstick finish is backed with our exclusive 5-year warranty, and it offers flawless release as well as easy clean-up. The removable plates are made from heavy-gauge cast aluminum.

Sleek, Contoured Design – The updated, contoured shape of your removable plate grill complements contemporary kitchen designs, and the sleek stainless steel housing coordinates with other Calphalon countertop appliances.

Extra-Large Grill Capacity – Cook for a few or for a crowd with the extra large grill capacity. Sized to fit 6 burgers, 6 (4- ounce) chicken breasts, or 4 Panini, the grill is ready for action year round. And, since the grill cooks food from both sides at the same time, it grills quickly and efficiently.

Elevated, Easy-to-Read Controls – Our raised controls illuminate so you know when the grill is “On” and “Off” and how much cooking time remains. Choose from a variety of temperatures to toast your favorite Panini or sear a juicy steak. Select “Always On” for continuous grilling or set the timer for a designated cooking time.

Adjustable Grill Height – Adjust the grill for various thicknesses of food. Slide the height selector into the desired position, so you can accommodate everything from thick steaks to more delicate grilled cheese sandwiches.

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Removable Dishwasher-safe Grill Plates – Take the hassle out of clean up by placing the removable grill plates in the dishwasher.

Internal Drip Tray – As the grill sears the outside of meats and poultry, excess fat drains away into the handy, hidden drip tray. After your removable plate grill cools, simply slide the tray out and dispose of the drippings after each use. The tray can be placed in the dishwasher for clean up.

Upright Storage – Save space in the kitchen with the convenient upright storage of the removable plate grill. Just empty and clean the drip tray, close the grill, move the height selector into the lock position, and tuck the grill away standing upright for space-saving convenience.

Assembling Your Removable Plate Grill

1.Carefully remove all the pieces of the removable plate grill from the packaging and place on counter near a suitable electrical outlet. (See page 5 for information regarding electrical requirements.) Remove all packaging materials, including any stickers or tags, from the grill before the first use.

2.Before the first use, wash the removable grill plates and drip tray in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

3.Attach grill plates to removable plate grill base by snapping into place. Insert drip tray.

4.Plug power cord into 3-prong electrical outlet and continue with steps for “Operating Your Removable Plate Grill”.

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Operating Your Removable Plate Grill

WARNING

NEVER PLUG THE CORD INTO THE WALL OUTLET WITH THE GRILL PLATES REMOVED FROM THE REMOVABLE PLATE GRILL.

Setting The Controls

Step 1: Choose the heat setting. Turn the control knob clockwise to the desired heat setting. Consider the following general tips for selecting a heat setting.

200˚F – Use this setting to keep grilled foods warm until serving.

300˚F – Choose this setting for toasting breads or sandwiches such as grilled cheese and other Panini-style sandwiches.

400˚F – This setting is ideal for grilled burgers, pork chops and chicken breasts.

450˚F – Try this setting for searing the outside of meats, such as steaks, when you want the outside brown, while the inside stays juicy and pink.

Step 2: Preheat the grill. The removable plate grill does not begin operating until the timer is set. To set the timer, turn the knob clockwise from the “Off” position to the desired number of minutes or counterclockwise to the “Always On” position. Preheat the grill for 5 minutes before inserting food. You will know the grill is preheated when the green “Ready” light comes on.

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Step 3: Place food on preheated grill. Carefully open the grill using the handle and a pot holder, avoiding contact with the hot grill plates. Place the food on the lower grill plate. Carefully close the grill, sandwiching the food in between

the hot grill plates. See the Grilling Guide on page 10 for suggested grilling times.

Step 4: Set the timer. To set the timer, turn the knob clockwise to the desired number of minutes or counterclockwise to “Always On”. The “Always On” feature lets you operate your grill for longer cooking times without needing to watch or reset the timer. If you select a cooking time, as the grilling time elapses, the timer knob will tick and gradually count down to 0. A bell will sound when the timer reaches zero and the grill will stop heating. To cook another round, set the timer again.

Step 5: Remove food from grill. When the food is done, lift the handle and carefully remove it from the grill using a heat-resistant, non-metal utensil (being careful not to scratch the grill plates with a metal utensil). Check the internal temperature of meats and poultry to make sure they are at the desired level of doneness. Unplug the cord from the outlet when finished cooking. Allow to cool before cleaning or removing the grill plates.

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Grilling Guide

 

 

Food

Cooking Time

Temperature

 

 

 

Beef steaks

 

 

Thin

2 to 3 minutes

450˚F

Thick

5 to 7 minutes

450˚F

 

 

 

Ground meat patties

5 to 6 minutes

400˚F

 

 

 

Pork chops

5 to 7 minutes

400˚F

 

 

 

Lamb chops

3 to 4 minutes

400˚F

 

 

 

Chicken

 

 

Boneless breast half

5 to 8 minutes

400˚F

Thigh

5 to 6 minutes

400˚F

 

 

 

Sandwich, Panini,

 

 

Focaccia

2 to 5 minutes

300˚F

 

 

 

Fish fillets

3 to 4 minutes

400˚F

 

 

 

Shrimp

2 to 3 minutes

400˚F

 

 

 

Note: Cooking times will vary depending on the size and thickness of the food. Adjust cooking times, as needed, to make sure foods are thoroughly cooked.

Removing the Grill Plates

WARNING

ALWAYS REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE GRILL PLATES FROM THE REMOVABLE PLATE GRILL.

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ALWAYS ALLOW THE GRILL PLATES TO COOL FULLY BEFORE REMOVING THE GRILL PLATES FROM THE REMOVABLE PLATE GRILL. DO NOT REMOVE THE GRILL PLATES WHILE THE UNIT IS IN USE.

To remove the grill plates for cleaning:

1.Unplug the cord from the outlet.

2.Allow the removable plate grill to fully cool down after use.

3.Hold the top grill plate and press the “Release” button on the right side of the top housing. Set the top plate aside.

4.Press the “Release” button on the right side of the lower housing. Remove the lower grill plate and set it aside.

Inserting the Grill Plates

WARNING

NEVER PLUG THE CORD INTO THE WALL OUTLET WITH THE GRILL PLATES REMOVED FROM THE REMOVABLE PLATE GRILL.

To insert the grill plates for use or storage:

1.Select the bottom grill plate, with the slotted hole, and insert it into the catches on the bottom grill housing. The slotted hole must be aligned in the back of the grill.

2.Press the front of the grill plate down, locking it in place in the lower housing.

3.Select the top grill plate, without the slotted hole, and insert it into the catches on the upper grill housing.

4.Press the front of the grill plate, locking it in place in the upper housing.

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Using the Adjustable Grill Height Selector

WARNING

THE ADJUSTABLE GRILL HEIGHT SELECTOR MAY BE HOT WHILE THE REMOVABLE PLATE GRILL IS IN USE. USE CARE WHEN ADJUSTING IT.

Your Calphalon Removable Plate Grill includes an adjustable height feature that lets you control how much pressure is placed on delicate foods like grilled cheese sandwiches. It provides

a stop for the upper housing which limits how far it will close. And, it allows you to set the grill to heat your food from the bottom only, if desired.

1.Preheat the grill with the top housing fully closed.

2.Open the grill and place your food on the lower plate.

3.Set the adjustable height to the desired height and carefully close the grill, lowering the top housing until it rests on the slider.

4.If you need to adjust the height, open the grill, reset the slider, and carefully close the grill again.

Cleaning and Care

1. Metal utensils may damage the nonstick coating. Use only nonmetal, temperature resistant utensils, such as wood or nylon.

2. When you are done using the removable plate grill, turn it “Off” and carefully unplug it.

3. Allow the removable plate grill to cool and then remove the grill plates and the drip tray.

4. Discard drippings from the drip tray. For everyday clean-up of the drip tray and grill plates, use hot sudsy water and a dish cloth. For grease build-up on the grill plate nonstick surface, clean with a Dobie® pad and a

nonabrasive cleaner such as Soft Scrub® to remove any food residue. Rinse and dry thoroughly. You can also

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