Gastroback 42559 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Design Raclette-Fondue-Set

Art.-No. 42559 Design Raclette-Fondue-Set

Read all provided instructions before first use!

Model and attachments are subject to change!

For domestic use only!

Carefully read all provided instructions before you start running

the appliance and pay attention to the warnings mentioned in

these instructions.

Table of Contents

Get to Know Your New Design Raclette-Fondue-Set .............................23

Important Safeguards .......................................................................24

Important Safeguards for Electrical Appliances ................................25

Hot Surfaces - Risk of Burns...........................................................26

Non-stick Coating ........................................................................ 27

Technical Specifications .................................................................... 27

Before First Use ................................................................................27

First Heating ...............................................................................28

Preparing the Non-Stick Coating ...................................................28

Operation ....................................................................................... 29

Two Separately Controlled Heating Elements .................................. 29

Getting Ready for Use .................................................................. 30

Preparing Fondue ........................................................................ 30

Grilling .......................................................................................31

Using the Raclette Function ...........................................................32

Hints for Best Results .........................................................................32

After Use.........................................................................................33

Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 33

Storage ......................................................................................... 34

Notes for Disposal ...........................................................................35

Warranty ........................................................................................ 35

Information and Service .................................................................... 35

Recipes ........................................................................................... 35

Index .............................................................................................. 38

Dear Customer!

Congratulations! You have purchased an exceptional appliance and its multitude of features
will fill you and your guests with enthusiasm. Fondue, table top grill and raclette unit all in
one — and at the same time elegant, of high quality and space-saving. Prepare your favourite
dishes directly at the table, try out new recipes and enjoy the possibilities your new raclette
offers.

These instructions for use will inform you about the various functions and features which
makes it easy to take pleasure in your new Design Raclette-Fondue-Set.

We hope that you will enjoy your new Design Raclette-Fondue-Set.

Your Gastroback GmbH

Get to Know Your New Design Raclette-Fondue-Set

1 removable large fondue pot with
handles, forks holder and lid
for up to 1 Litre water, oil or bouillon

6 non-stick coated raclette
dishes with heat-insulated
handles

2 raclette levels

• Prepare hot barbecue sauces or
melt cheese on the upper level

• while placing emty raclette
dishes on the lower level

1 forks holder

6 fondue forks 2 non-stick coated, ribbed and

slightly vaulted grill plates;
removable for easy cleaning

Raclette heating control dial
for selecting the grill pate
temperature

Fondue heating control dial
for selecting the fondue pot
temperature

W/o fig.:

• 6 grill shovel - for turning foods on the grill plates

• 1 lid for the fondue pot

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Important Safeguards

Carefully read all instructions before operating this appliance and save for
further reference. Do not attempt to use this appliance for any other than the intended use,

described in these instructions. Any other use, especially misuse, can cause severe injuries or
damage by electric shock, heat or fire.

Any operation, repair and technical maintenance of the appliance or any part of it other than
described in these instructions may only be performed at an authorised service centre. Please
contact your vendor.

• This appliance is for household use only and NOT intended for use in moving vehicles. Do
not operate or store the appliance in humid or wet areas or outdoors. Do not attempt to operate
the appliance using any parts or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer to avoid
risk of overheating, fire, and/or electric shock.

• Check the entire appliance regularly for proper operation - especially the power cord. The
pins of the power plug must be clean, smooth, and without discolouration. Do not operate the
appliance, when the appliance or any part of it is likely to be damaged, to avoid risk of fire,
electric shock or any other damage and/or injuries to persons. The appliance is likely to be
damaged if the appliance was subject to inadmissible strain (e.g. overheating, mechanical
or electric shock, moisture), or if there are any cracks, excessively frayed or melted parts, or
distortions, or if the appliance is not working properly. In this case, immediately unplug the
appliance and return the entire appliance (including all parts and accessories) to an authorised
service centre for examination and repair. Any use of accessories, attachments or spare parts
not recommended by the manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock and injuries to persons.

• Some foods and alcoholic drinks can catch fire, when overheated! During
operation keep the appliance in an appropriate distance of at least 30 cm on each side to furni­ture, walls, boards, curtains and other objects. Do not operate the appliance near inflammable
liquids (e.g. high-proof alcohol) or beneath any heat-sensitive or moisture-sensitive materials or
beneath boards or drop-lights to avoid damage caused by steam, condensate or fire. Before
operating, always ensure that there are no foreign objects in the raclette levels or the fondue
pot, and the grill plates are installed properly. Do not use wrapped foods (e.g. in kitchen foil),
to avoid risk of fire, electric shock, and damage. Immediately unplug the appliance, if there is
any kind of malfunction or problem (e.g. overheating, giving off smoke).

• This appliance is NOT intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced phy­sical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near

young children. Do not let young children play with any parts of the appliance
or the packaging. The appliance is not intended for use by children or infirm persons wit-

hout supervision. Do not leave the appliance unattended, when it is in reach of young children.
Always keep the entire appliance dry and clean and where young children cannot reach it. Do
not place any hard and/or heavy objects on the appliance or any part of it. Take care that no
one will pull the appliance by the power cord.

• Operate the appliance on a well accessible, stable, level, dry, heat-resistant and suitable
large table or counter. Do not place any clothes or tissue or other objects beneath or on the
appliance during operation, to avoid risk of fire, electric shock and overheating. Always keep
the appliance and the table or counter clean and dry, and wipe off spilled liquids. Provide
proper ventilation when using the appliance.

• Do not place the appliance on or near heat-sensitive objects (e.g. power cords, table clothes,
napkins), or near the edge of the table or counter or on wet or inclined surfaces or where it
can fall.

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• Do not place any foreign objects (e.g. clothes, pots) on or in the appliance. Do not leave
any cooking utensils on the grill plates or in the fondue pot. Do not use any hard, sharp
or edged objects (e.g. knives, fondue forks) on the grill plates. Only use cooking
utensils made of heat-resistant plastic or wood with the grill plates. Do not handle the appliance
or any part of it with violence.

• The appliance is heated by built-in electric heating elements. The appliance or power
cord may never touch hot surfaces. Do not place the appliance or any part of it on
or near hot surfaces (i.e. burner, heater or oven). Do not use the accessories of the appliance
(fondue pot, raclette dishes, fondue forks, grill shovel) with any other heated device (e.g. range).
Do not place any heat-sensitive or inflammable objects (i.e. charcoal, paper, plastics, clothes)
or inflammable liquids on or near the appliance during operation! Do not touch the grill plates
immediately after switching off, because the appliance will be still hot for some time.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended, when connected to the power sup-
ply. Do not move or tilt the appliance during operation or immediately thereafter, to avoid
spilling of hot fat and juices causing injuries and damage. Always turn both heating control
dials to the left OFF position “–“, and unplug the appliance when not in use and before moving,
removing a grill plate or cleaning, or for storage. Before disassembling a grill plate, and/or
moving or cleaning the appliance, always allow the appliance to cool down sufficiently. Always
grasp the appliance on its base with both hands for moving or lifting the appliance. During

operation and immediately after switching off only touch the appliance and its
accessories by the handles and operating elements.

• Before operation, always ensure that you assembled the appliance completely and correctly
and the grill plates are properly in place. During operation, always ensure that there is some
liquid (oil, water, bouillon) in the fondue pot, to avoid overheating. Do not operate the appli­ance without the grill plates properly in place.

• Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaning pads or any hard and sharp objects (e.g. metal
scouring pads) for cleaning. Do not immerse the appliance, grill plates or power cord in water
or any other liquid. Do not spill or drip any liquids on the appliance or power cord to avoid
risk of fire and electric shock. When liquids are spilled in the appliance, immediately switch
OFF the heating control dials, unplug the power cord and wait for the appliance to cool down.
Thereafter, clean the appliance thoroughly. (See: “Care and Cleaning“).

• DO NOT place the appliance or any part of it in an automatic dishwasher.

• Do not leave any food dry on the appliance. Always clean the appliance after each use to
prevent a build up of baked-on foods (see: „Care and Cleaning“). Do not process any foodstuffs
that are probably off. Always keep the appliance and the accessories clean.

• Handle the fondue forks with care, because the tips are pointed.

• Never operate the appliance via time switch or other remote control devices.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments.

Important Safeguards for Electrical Appliances

The appliance is heated electrically. Place the appliance near a suitable wall power socket to
connect the appliance directly to a protected mains power supply with protective conductor
(earth/ground) connected properly. Ensure that the voltage rating of your mains power supply
corresponds to the voltage requirements of the appliance (230 V, 50 Hz, AC, rated for 15 A).

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The installation of a residual current operated circuit breaker (r.c.c.b.) with a maximum rated
residual operating current of 30 mA in the supplying electrical circuit is strongly recommended.
If in doubt, contact your electrician for further information.

In various foreign countries, the specifications for power supplies are subject to incompatible
norms. Therefore it is possible that power supplies in foreign countries do not meat the require­ments for safe operation of the appliance. Thus, before operating the appliance abroad, ensure
that safe operation is possible.

• It is recommended not to use any extension cords. Nevertheless, if you wish to use an exten­sion cord, it must be connected properly with live, neutral and protective ground conductor and
a permanent loading range of at least 15 A (core diameter: at least 1 mm

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). Do not use a

multi socket outlet.

• Always handle the power cord with care. Always completely unwind the power cord before
use. Do not place the appliance on or near a power cord. Power cords may never be knotted,
twisted, pulled, strained or squeezed. Do not let the plug or power cord hang over the edge of
the table or counter. If necessary, use a rope to tie the extension cord to the table-leg to avoid,
that the appliance will be pulled by the power cord. Take care not to entangle in the power
cord. Always grasp the plug to disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. Do not touch
the power plug, with wet hands when the appliance is connected to the power supply.

• Do not place or immerse the appliance, the grill plates, or the power cord in water or any
other liquid. Do not spill or drip any liquids on the power cord or exterior of the appliance.
When liquids are spilled on the appliance or power cord, immediately switch OFF and unplug
the appliance.

Hot Surfaces – Risk of Burns

The raclette is designed for cooking and heating a variety of foods and, therefore, the whole
appliance will get hot during operation.

• Beware of steam and hot condensate, as well as splashing hot fat and meat juices during
operation and even some minutes after switching off, especially when removing the fondue pot
and/or opening the lid of the fondue pot. Take care that persons present maintain a sufficient
distance from the hot grill plates with hands, arms, face and clothes during operation. Do not
place any sensitive objects directly near the appliance.

• During operation only touch the appliance and its accessories at the operating components
and handles (e.g. heating control dial, handles of fondue pot / raclette dishes). On the interior
of the lid of the fondue pot, condensate could accumulate and splash violently, when dripped
on the hot grill plates. During operation, protect your hands, arms, and valuable clothes (e.g.
with oven gloves) when making a reach for the fondue pot.

• Do not overfill the fondue pot or raclette dishes, especially when heating food-
stuffs that could violently froth or splash. Do not place any too large pieces of food,
overhanging the edges, on the grill plates or in the fondue pot. Otherwise hot fat, water or meat
juice could overflow and cause severe scalds and damage. Especially when preparing fondue
with oil, do not dip wet or frozen ingredients in hot oil, to avoid splashes and boiling over.

• To avoid damage and risk of fire: Do not place any heat-sensitive or inflammable objects
(i.e. charcoal, paper, plastic, clothes) or inflammable liquids on or near the appliance during
operation!
Do not place hot drinks with high alcoholic content (i.e. mulled wine, grog) on or near the appli­ance if the appliance is still hot. Alcohol is highly volatile and the vapour is easy inflammable
and could catch fire by any source of ignition (i.e. cigarette, candle, heating elements of the
appliance) and therefore causing severe injuries to persons and damage.

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Non-stick Coating

The grill plates and raclette dishes of your raclette are provided with a non-stick coating. Do
not use hard or sharp objects for scratching or cutting on the coatings. Always remove your
foods from the coated surfaces, before cutting. We will not be liable for damage to the non-stick
coating where metal utensils or similar objects have been used.
Cooking on a non-stick surface minimises the need for oil or fat, food can easily be removed
and does not stick. Additionally, cleaning is easier. Before first use, wipe the non-stick surface
with a little amount of oil. Do not use metal (or other abrasive) scourers for cleaning the non­stick coating. Wipe with hot soapy water. Remove stubborn residue with a non abrasive plastic
scouring pad or nylon washing brush.
Any discolouration that may occur will only detract from the appearance and will not affect the
cooking performance.

Please adhere to the following precautions:

• Do not use the appliance with the non-stick coating being scratched, cracked or detached
due to overheating.

• Only use wooden or heat-resistant plastic cooking utensils to stir and serve the food. Do not
use spray-on non-stick coatings. Do not use violence. Clean the cooking plates with hot dish­water and a soft sponge or nylon brush.

Technical Specifications

Model: Art.-No. 42559 Design Raclette Fondue Set

Power supply: 230 V AC, 50 Hz

Power consumption: 1.400 Watt

Length of power cord: ca. 120 cm

Weight: ca. 3,4 kg

Dimensions: ca. 32 cm x 32 cm x 21,5 cm

(width x depth x height)

Capacity, fondue pot: max. 1 Litre

Certification:

Before First Use

WARNING: DO NOT let young children play with the appliance, or any part of
it, or the packaging!

1. Unpack the appliance and all accessories carefully and check that no parts are damaged
or missing.

2. Carefully remove all shipping materials and tags, but DO NOT remove the model label on
the bottom of the appliance. Especially ensure that there are no foreign objects in the raclette
levels or fondue pot.

WARNING: Always ensure that the appliance is NOT connected to the power supply and let
it cool down to room temperature, before moving or cleaning the appliance. Do not immerse

the appliance or the power cord in water or other liquids or spill any liquids

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on the appliance. Do not place the appliance or any part of it in an automatic
dishwasher.

3. Before first use and after a longer period of storage, clean the appliance and all accessories.
(See: “Care and Cleaning“)

Before cooking, insert the plug into the outlet on the body, and the power supply plug into the
socket outlet.

First Heating

Prior to initial operation, the protective layer of the heating elements has to be burned in. This
could cause a fine smoke haze, due to the first heating of some of the components. There is
no need for concern. To prevent smell and taste of your food from being affected, you should
heat the appliance on the maximum position of both heating control dials for 10 minutes before
placing any food on the grill plates. If the smoke haze occurs again later on, thoroughly clean
the appliance according to the instructions in section “Care and Cleaning“.

CAUTION: Do not operate the appliance without the grill plates properly in place. When the
fondue pot is inserted during operation, there must be a minimum amount of liquid in the fondue
pot (at least 150 ml).

4. Place the raclette on a suitable, stable and heat-resistant surface and prepare the raclette for
use (See: “Operation“). Pour ca. 250 ml water in the fondue pot, and WITH the grill plates
and fondue pot properly in place, make the appliance ready for use. (See: “Operation“)

5. Set both heating control dials to maximum position, heating the appliance to full power for
about 10 minutes. (See: “Operation“) It is quite normal, if slight and harmless smokes and smells
are generated for a short while.

Note: If the burnt smell occurs again on later use, clean the appliance. (See: “Care and
Cleaning“) If the burnt smell persists stubbornly even after thoroughly cleaning the appliance,
return the appliance to an authorized service centre for examination and repair.

Preparing the Non-Stick Coating

WARNING: Do not touch the grill plates when the appliance is still hot! Switch OFF, unplug

and let the appliance cool down, before touching the grill plates.

6. Turn both heating control dials to the OFF position (“–”), unplug and let the appliance cool
down to room temperature.

7. Spread a little cooking oil (only some droplets) on the coated upper side of the grill plates
and distribute it with clean kitchen paper on the non-stick coating. Rub it dry.

8. Rub the interior of the raclette dishes with oil in the same way.
Now the appliance is ready for use.

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Operation

WARNING: Always ensure that there are no foreign objects in the raclette levels or fondue pot,

the grill plates are inserted properly and both heating control dials are in the OFF position (turn
to “–” position to the stop), before connecting the appliance to the power supply.

Risk of Burns! The raclette will become very hot during operation, even at the
exterior. During operation only touch the appliance by the operating elements or handles.
Always switch OFF and unplug the appliance and allow cooling down, before
removing meat juices and fat from the grill plates. Ensure that all persons present,

including yourself, maintain a sufficient distance to the appliance to avoid injuries by hot sur­faces and splashes. This holds especially for inserting or removing the fondue pot or removing
any food from the fondue pot; in particular, when foods are cooked on the grill plates simulta­neously. Always protect your hands, arms, and valuable clothes by using oven gloves from heat
and splashes. Do not hold your face over the appliance!

Do not use any hard or sharp objects with the appliance (e.g. metal cooking utensils, fondue
forks), to avoid damage to the surfaces. Do not use violence!

Your new Design Raclette-Fondue-Set provides three functions in only one unit, and it is possible
to use all the three functions at the same time.

Two Separately Controlled Heating Elements

Your raclette comes with two individually controlled heating elements to serve for a broad vari­ety of different foods. The best suited settings for your dishes depend on the type of ingredients
and the desired consistency.

Select a low temperature to defrost and re-heat food. Use medium temperature settings to cook
seafood and scallops. Use high temperature settings (maximum position “+”) for meat and
poultry.

Adjust the grilling temperature with the RACLETTE heating control dial. (See: “Some General
Tips“) Adjust the fondue temperature with the FONDUE heating control dial.

• Maximum setting: for bringing water or bouillon to the boil, or heating oil.

Note: To speed-up heating in the fondue pot, turn both heating control dials to maximum “+”
position. As soon as the content of the fondue pot is boiling, turn the RACLETTE heating control
dial to the desired grilling temperature, or turn off this dial (“–” position to the stop), if you do
not wish to use the grill plates.

• Medium settings: to keep the contents hot and/or boiling.

• Low settings: for tender sauces and dips (e.g. cheese sauce and chocolate dip)

WARNING: Risk of Burns! During operation only touch the appliance and its accessories (e.g.
raclette dishes) at its handles. Even the lid and exterior of the appliance/fondue pot will get hot
during operation!
Some heavy sauces splash when hot (e.g. tomato sauces, sauce Hollandaise). Thus, you should
keep the lid of the fondue pot closed whenever possible.

Note: To save energy and time, it is the best to keep the lid closed during operation.

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Getting Ready for Use

WARNING: For operation always place the appliance on a stable, heat-resistant surface.

During operation, do not place any clothes, napkins or any other foreign objects under, beneath
or on the appliance, in the raclette levels or fondue pot. Do not operate the appliance by using
any parts or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer (e.g. raclette dishes, fondue
pots). Do not place the appliance on or immediately near any power cord. Do not place heat­sensitive, moisture- or fat-sensitive objects near the appliance. Do not operate the appliance
near any objects that could catch fire (e.g. curtains, candles, inflammable liquids as high-proof
alcoholic drinks or mineralized spirit).

Do not operate the appliance without the grill plates properly in place.

To avoid damage and injuries from splashes and hot liquids, do not overfill the fondue pot or
raclette dishes, especially when heating foodstuffs that will violently froth or splash. Do not place
any too large pieces of food, overhanging the edges, on the grill plates or in the fondue pot.
Otherwise hot fat, water or meat juice could splash and overflow and cause severe scalds and
damage. Especially when preparing fondue with oil, do not dip wet or frozen ingredients in hot
oil, to avoid splashes and boiling over.

1. Place the raclette on a suitable surface near a wall power outlet. (See: “Important
Safeguards“) Leave at least 30 cm of free space to walls, curtains, boards and other objects on
each side of the appliance. Ensure a good ventilation.

2. Ensure that there are no foreign objects in the raclette levels or fondue pot. If you do not wish
to use the fondue pot, take the fondue pot out.

CAUTION: When using the fondue pot, ensure that there is ALWAYS at least 150 ml of liquid
in the fondue pot. Otherwise remove the fondue pot to avoid overheating.
The grill plates must be installed properly, even when not in use.

3. Ensure that the grill plates lay firmly in place on the bearing plate and will not tilt or wobble.
The ribbed, coated surface must face upwards.

4. Insert the plug in a suitable wall power socket. (See: “Important Safeguards for Electrical
Appliances“)

Preparing Fondue

WARNING: Risk of Burns! The exterior of the appliance, especially the grill plates and the

lid of the fondue pot, will get hot during operation! Beware of hot condensate, splashes and
steam, when opening the lid.

When dipping food in hot sauces, oil and dips, the contents of the fondue pot could violently
froth and splash. Thus, do not fill in more than 500 ml, when preparing fondue with oil and oily
dips. Do not overfill the fondue pot! Especially, do not immerse wet and frozen foods
in hot oil. Dab wet foods and defrost frozen foods, before dipping.

Additionally, beware of splashing meat juices and fat, when using the grill plates simultane­ously. Always maintain a sufficient distance to the grill plates with hands and arms, even when
the grill plates are not in use. Protect your hands, arms, and valuable clothes with

suitable oven gloves.

The fondue pot is not suited for frying and steaming. Only use the fondue pot with a
sufficient amount of liquid to avoid overheating (at least 150 ml). Turn the FONDUE

heating control dial to the OFF position (“–”) and remove the fondue pot, when the fondue pot
is empty or is not to be used.

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Before switching ON the appliance, always ensure that the grill plates are properly in place
on the bearing plates, and will not tilt or wobble, even if the grill plates are not in use. Do not
use any hard or sharp-edged objects on the raclette dishes or grill plates, to avoid damage to
the non-stick coatings.

1. Fill the requested ingredients with a sufficient amount of liquid (water, oil or bouillon) in the
fondue pot up to the maximum capacity of 1 Litre. When preparing fondue with oil or oily
sauces, fill in up to a maximum of 500 ml. Do not overfill the fondue pot, to avoid overflowing.
Defrost frozen ingredients before cooking. Dab wet foods before cooking.

2. Put on the lid. This will save energy and the contents of the fondue pot will heat up faster.

3. Place the fondue pot in the opening in the middle of the raclette. Only use the supplied fon­due pot with the Design Raclette-Fondue-Set. Do not use the fondue pot with any other heating
device (e.g. range).

4. Turn the FONDUE heating control dial to the desired position.

To reach high temperatures (e.g. boiling water or heating oil or fat) as fast as possible, we
recommend using the maximum setting (“+” position) for both heating control dials. After the
desired temperature has been reached, turn off the RACLETTE heating control dial (regulating
the heating elements of the grill plates) and turn the FONDUE heating control dial to the desired
position.
For heating dishes that are sensitive to heat (e.g. cheese or chocolate) only use the FONDUE
heating control dial.

CAUTION: When lifting off the lid of the fondue pot, beware of hot condensate that could
drip from the lid and cause scalds. Additionally, the condensate could splash, when dripping
on the hot grill plates.

5. As soon as the desired temperature is reached, lift off the lid and start preparing your foods.
It is the best to use the supplied fondue forks. Keep in mind that the supplied fondue

forks are pointed.

Grilling

WARNING: The grill plates will be very hot during operation and even some time after ope-
ration. DO NOT touch the grill plates with hands or arms or any heat-sensitive
objects. Additionally, especially on placing food on the preheated grill plates, hot fat and

juices could splash from the appliance. Always keep your hands and arms as well as any other
objects in sufficient distance to the appliance during operation to avoid scalds and damage.
Ensure that all persons present maintain sufficient distance to the appliance during operation.

Do not cut, prick or scratch foods on the grill plates. Always remove the foods from the grill
plates before cutting. Only use cooking utensils made of heat-resistant plastic or wood. The
supplied fondue forks are not suited for use on the grill plates! Do not handle the
appliance or any part of it with violence.

The grill plates are non-stick coated and slightly vaulted, to ensure the optimal draining of fat.
This is an almost smokeless and very healthy way of cooking.

1. Ensure that the grill plates are placed properly on the bearing plate, the ribbed side facing
upwards. The grill plates must not tilt or wobble.

2. Before placing food on the grill plates, set the RACLETTE heating control dial to the maximum
position (“+”) and pre-heat the grill plates for about 10 minutes.

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3. Put the food to be cooked on the grill plates and turn the RACLETTE heating control dial to
the required position. (See: “Hints for Best Results“)

4. Turn the food with the supplied grill shovel.

Do not use any hard or sharp edged objects on the grill plates!

Using the Raclette Function

WARNING: Risk of burns! Always keep in mind that the exterior of the appliance will get very

hot during operation. Especially, this holds for the grill plates. Only touch the appliance and its
parts and accessories by the dials and/or handles to avoid injuries.
Handle the raclette dishes with care! Do not spill any liquids in the appliance, especially when
preparing runny sauces. For this, do not overfill the raclette dishes.

1. Ensure that the grill plates are placed properly on the bearing plate, the ribbed side facing
upwards. The grill plates must not tilt or wobble.

2. Select the maximum position (“+”) of the RACLETTE heating control dial (heating element of
the grill plates) to preheat the appliance.

3. During pre-heating you can fill the raclette dishes, but do not fill the raclette dishes more than
3/4 to the brim with liquid to avoid spilling the contents while moving the raclette dishes. DO
NOT overfill the raclette dishes!

WARNING: Raclette dishes and their contents could be very hot! Only touch the raclette dishes
by the handles.
Do not spill the contents of the raclette dishes in the appliance, especially when inserting or
removing the raclette dishes. If any liquids are spilled in the appliance, switch OFF the heating
control dials, unplug and let the appliance cool down. Thereafter clean the appliance thorough­ly. (See: “Care and Cleaning“)

4. After ca. 10 minutes of pre-heating, turn back the RACLETTE heating control dial to the
desired setting, and avoid spilling the contents, while inserting the raclette dishes in the upper
raclette level.

5. Empty raclette dishes or raclette dishes not in use can be stored in the lower raclette level.

Hints for Best Results

• The grill plates and raclette dishes are equipped with non-stick coatings. Just wipe the coating
with some drops of oil before first use. Thereafter there is no need for using additional fat.

• Select a low temperature to defrost and re-heat food. Use medium temperature settings to
cook seafood and scallops. Use high temperature settings (maximum position of the RACLETTE
heating control dial) for meat and poultry.

• Season meat and fish before cooking, but add salt only belatedly, to keep your dishes juicy.

• Cooking times depend on variances in ingredient thickness and special liking, but do not
over cook. Most meats are better served pink and juicy, and even vegetables are better, when
still crisp.

• Do not throw the ingredients into the hot liquid in the fondue pot. Use the supplied fondue
forks.

• The grill plates are suited best for cooking beef, pork, lamb and poultry, as well as fish fillets
and vegetable or fruit slices. Tougher cuts of meat should be marinated for a few hours or over­night in a marinade with wine or vinegar to help break down the connective tissue. If necessary,
remove the bones before cooking.

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• If using a marinade recipe or pre-marinated meats from your meat retailer, drain excess marina­de off and dab with kitchen paper before placing on the grill or cooking in oil as fondue.

• When removing fish pieces from the grill plate, use the grill shovel or a flat heat-resistant
plastic spatula to support the food.

• Cut cheese in slices, ca. 5 mm thick and, in the raclette dishes, place it beneath the grill plates.

• Additional raclette dishes can be used for pre-heating cheese or keeping cheese hot on the
grill plates.

After Use

WARNING: Do not leave the appliance unattended while connected to the mains power supp-

ly. Even some minutes after switching off, the appliance is still hot. Always let the appliance cool
down before moving, or cleaning the appliance, or removing the grill plates. Do not leave

the appliance unattended near young children.

1. Immediately after you have finished cooking, turn both heating control dials to the OFF posi­tion (“–”) and unplug the appliance from the power outlet.

2. Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning. (See: “Care and Cleaning“) Always
clean the appliance immediately after use. Never leave any food dry up on the appliance or
any parts of it.

Care and Cleaning

WARNING: The appliance is very hot during operation and even some minutes after switching

off. Always turn both heating control dials to the OFF position (“–”), then unplug from power out­let and allow cooling before moving or cleaning the appliance or removing the grill plates. Do

not immerse the appliance, power cord or grill plates in water or other liquids.

Do not use any abrasive cleaners or cleaning pads. Do not use any chemicals or corrosive
liquids with the appliance as this could affect or damage the surfaces, especially the non-stick
coating. Do not place or immerse the appliance or power cord or grill plates in any liquids. Do
not spill any liquids on the appliance and/or the hot grill plates. Do not place the appli-

ance, grill plates or power cord in an automatic dishwasher or under a tap.

Always clean the appliance after each use to prevent a build up of baked-on foods. Never
leave any food dry up on the appliance or any parts of it. The grill plates are easier to clean
when slightly warm.

1. Switch OFF the appliance (both heating control dials on “–” position) and unplug from power
outlet. Allow to cool sufficiently.

2. Remove the fondue pot and all raclette dishes and empty the fondue pot/raclette dishes.

CAUTION: Do not clean the appliance or any part or accessories of it with any hard or edged
objects or abrasive cleaners or scoring pads. Stubborn residues on the surfaces of the fondue
pot/raclette dishes can be removed by soaking in warm dish-water before cleaning.
Do not immerse or place the appliance, grill plates or power cord in any liquids or pour any
liquids on these parts.

3. Clean fondue pot, fondue forks, lid, raclette dishes and grill shovel in hot dish-water using a
nylon washing brush or sponge.

4. Remove the grill plates.

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5. Use a plastic or wooden spatula to slide any residues off the grill plates. Remove stubborn
residue with a nylon washing brush.
Note: Dispose fat and meat juices as compost or in a closed vessel in the waste.

6. Wipe the grill plates with a soft cloth or sponge damped with warm dish-water to remove
food residue. Soak stubborn residues with a little oil for some minutes. If necessary, use a nylon
washing brush for cleaning the grill plates.

7. Wipe the interior of the raclette levels, the power cord, and the exterior of the appliance
housing carefully with a soft damp cloth. Always ensure not to spill any water in the appliance.

8. Discolouration on stainless steel surfaces can be removed using a stainless steel cleaning agent.

9. Thoroughly dry the appliance and all parts and accessories of it. Thereafter, allow drying
naturally for 1/2 hour. Take care that the appliance and all its parts and accessories are out
of reach of young children.

Storage

WARNING: Always switch OFF the appliance and unplug from power outlet when not in use

and before moving. Before moving or lifting the appliance, always allow the appliance to cool
down sufficiently, and clean the appliance before storing. (See: “Care and Cleaning“) Always
place the appliance on a stable, clean, and dry surface, where it is safe from frost and inadmis­sible strain (mechanical or electric shock, heat, moisture), where it is out of reach of young
children and where it can not fall. Do not place any hard or heavy objects on the appliance.
Always handle the power cord with care. The power cord may never be knotted, twisted or
squeezed. Do not pull or strain the power cord. Do not place any hard and/or heavy objects
on the appliance or the power cord.

1. Clean the appliance according to the instructions in section “Care and Cleaning“.

2. Insert the grill plates, and place the fondue pot in the opening in the middle of the appliance.
Insert the in the fondue pot and place the lid on it.

3. Lay the cord carefully around the basis of the appliance, but take care not to pull or strain
the power cord. Grasp the power cord and grasp the appliance by the basis of the appliance
with both hands, when moving it.

4. Store the entire appliance on a suitable, stable, level, clean surface where it is out of reach
of young children.

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Notes for Disposal

Dispose of the appliance must be effected in accordance with the corresponding local
regulations and requirements for electrical appliances. Please contact your local dispo­sal company.
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use separate coll-

ection facilities. Contact your local government for information regarding the collection
systems available. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous
substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health
and well-being. When replacing old appliances with new once, the retailer is legally obligated
to take back your old appliance for disposal at least for free of charge.

Warranty

We guarantee that all our products are free of defects at the time of purchase.
Any demonstrable manufacturing or material defects will be to the exclusion of any further claim
and within warranty limits of the law free of charge repaired or substituted. There is no Warranty
claim of the purchaser if the damage or defect of the appliance is caused by inappropriate treat­ment, over loading or installation mistakes. The Warranty claim expires if there is any technical
interference of a third party without an written agreement.

The purchaser has to present the sales slip in assertion-of-claim and has to bear all charges of
costs and risk of the transport.

Information and Service

Please check www.gastroback.de for further information. For technical support, please
contact Gastroback Customer Care Center by phone: [phone] or e-mail info@
gastroback.de.

Recipes

Fondue

Fresh Like Spring! Broad-leaved Garlic and/or Cauliflower /Broccoli

Serves 4:

• 400 g Greyerzer cheese

• 200 g Raclette cheese

• 1 bunch broad-leaved garlic

• 400 g cauliflower

• 400 g broccoli

• 300 ml dry white wine

• 40 ml cherry water

• 2 teaspoonful lemon juice

• 2 teaspoonful corn starch, pepper and nutmeg

Wash and dry the broad-leaved garlic, remove stalks and chop the leaves finely. Use a coarse
grater to rasp the cheese. Cook cauliflower and broccoli crunchy.
Pour white wine and lemon juice in the fondue pot and switch on your Design Raclette-Fondue­Set. Add cheese in small portions, and stir until the cheese is melted. Thereafter add kirsch and
con starch and stir. Add broad-leaved garlic and season with nutmeg and pepper.

Enjoy your meal!

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Fondue

Swiss Fondue—well-tried and always delicious

Serves 4

• 400 g Greyerzer cheese

• 200 g Emmentaler cheese

• 300 ml dry white wine

• 2 cl kirsch

• 4 teaspoonful corn starch

• 1 teaspoonful lemon juice

• 1 clove of garlic

• pepper

• nutmeg

• white bread

Heat wine, lemon juice and shredded garlic in the fondue pot. Add cheese and slowly melt the
cheese. Dissolve starch in kirsch and add this mixture. Season with pepper and nutmeg.
Serve with sliced white bread.

Enjoy your meal!

Raclette

Salmon with Mangetout—Rich in Vitamins

Serves 4

• 600 g salmon filet

• 150 g Greyerzer cheese

• 150 g Cocktail tomatoes

• 200 g mangetouts

• 12 stalks basil

• 1 lemon (chemically non-treated)

• 100 g butter

• salt

• pepper

• sweet pepper leaves

• 1 egg

• olive oil

• 1 clove of garlic

Wash basil and pull out the leaves. Finely chop ca. 10 leaves and add to the butter. Wash
lemon with hot water and dab dry. Rasp the peel and press the juice from the lemon. Peel garlic
and cut it to cubes. Add basil butter, rasped lemon peel, and oil. Mix with salt, pepper, and
sweet pepper leaves to taste. Keep the mixture cool.

Wash and shortly steam the mangetouts. Meanwhile, wash and halve the Cocktail tomatoes.
Wash salmon filets and dab dry. Then cut to cubes and splash some lemon juice and oil on it.
Season with salt and pepper. Cut cheese to fine slices.

Pre-heat your Raclette. Place two cubes of salmon in each Raclette pan and place 4 mangetouts
and 3 tomato halves on it. Bake for ca. 5 minutes. Thereafter add 1 teaspoonful of butter and
one slice of cheese and bake until the cheese is melted. Garnish with one leave of the remaining
basil.

Enjoy your meal!

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Raclette

The hearty mixture makes the difference: Spinach with Gorgonzola

Serves 4

• 800 g potatoes

• 800 g leaf spinach

• 250 g Gorgonzola cheese

• 2 cloves of garlic

• 3 shallots

• 45 g butter

• 50 ml cream

• 6 tablespoonful olive oil

• 2 tablespoonful lemon juice

• salt and pepper to taste

• one pinch of nutmeg

Wash potatoes and cook for ca. 20 minutes until done. In the meanwhile, remove stalks from
the spinach, wash and leave to drain. Peel shallots and garlic and cut to small cubes. Roast
shallots in olive oil until they are transparent. Add butter, garlic and spinach and, while stirring,
bring the mixture to the boil. Mix cream and lemon juice and add salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Pour off the water, peel, and slice the potatoes. Slice the cheese.

Raclette

A tasty experience: Leek-Coalfish with Coconut Cream Cheese

Serves 4

• 800 g coalfish filet

• 2 large leek stalks

• 200 g cream cheese

• 120 g Emmentaler cheese

• 1 lemon (non-treated)

• 100 g coconut crème, salt and pepper

Wash leek thoroughly with lukewarm water and cut to rings. Steam leek rings for ca. 7-8
minutes. Wash the coalfish filets, dab dry, and cut to cubes.
Wash the lemon with hot water, and wipe dry. Thereafter rasp the lemon peel and press the
juice from the lemon. Spread lemon juice on the fish cubes. Mix cream cheese, coconut crème,
and rasped Emmentaler cheese with rasped lemon peel and 1 ½ tablespoonful of lemon juice.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix leek and coalfish and season with salt and pepper.
Pre-heat your Raclette. Add 2 tablespoonful of leek/fish mixture to each pan and bake for ca.
7-8 minutes. Then spread 1 tablespoonful of the cheese mixture on it. Bake until the cheese is
melted.

Enjoy your meal!

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Index

| C |

capacity .............................................27

care ..................................................33

cleaning.......................................28, 33

condensate ...................................26, 30

| D |

defrost ............................................... 32

disposal ....................................... 34, 35

| E |

energy consumption ......................27, 31

extension cord .................................... 26

| F |

first use .............................................. 27

fondue forks ...........................23, 25, 31

fondue function ................................... 30

fondue pot .............................23, 25, 31

forks holder ........................................ 23

functions ............................................29

| G |

grill plates ..............................23, 26, 30

grill shovel .........................................23

grill function .......................................31

| H |

heating control dial ....................... 23, 29

hot surfaces .................................. 25, 26

| P |

power consumption ............................. 27

power cord ..................................26, 34

power supply .....................................25

| R |

raclette dishes ...............................23, 27

raclette function ..................................32

raclette levels ..........................23, 32, 34

recipes...............................................35

re-heat ............................................... 32

| S |

safety instructions ................................ 24

saving energy .....................................29

service ............................................... 35

starting operation ................................ 30

storage .............................................. 34

| T |

technical specifications ........................ 27

temperature setting .............................. 29

testing for proper operation..................24

tips .............................................. 29, 32

| W |

warranty ............................................ 35

workspace .........................................24

| I |

intended use .......................................24

| L |

lid ...............................................23, 26

| M |

maximum quantity ......................... 27, 30

minimum quantity .......................... 28, 30

| N |

non-stick coating .....................23, 27, 28

| O |

operating components ......................... 23

operation ........................................... 29

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Telefon [phone] . Telefax +49 (0)41 65/22 25-29

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