George Foreman Gr50vr, Gr50vp, Gr50vn, Gr50vb Owner's Manual

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❑GR50VB

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❑GR50VN ❑GR50VP ❑GR50VR

Please Read and Save this Use and Care Book

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

❑Read all instructions. ❑Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. ❑To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in

water or other liquid.

❑Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near

children.

❑Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before

putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.

❑Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the

appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment. Or, call the appropriate toll-free number on the cover of this manual.

❑The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance

manufacturer may cause injuries.

❑Do not use outdoors. ❑Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces. ❑Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. ❑Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or

other hot liquids.

❑To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet. ❑Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal

of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.

ELECTRICAL CORD

a) A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be provided to

reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

b) Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be

used if care is exercised in their use.

c) If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,

1) The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,

2) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a groundingtype 3-wire cord, and

3) The longer 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.

Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it should be replaced by qualified personnel, in Latin America, by an authorized service center.

❑The appliance is only to be operated in the closed position.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This product is for household use only.

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

MIN

1. Handle

2. Top grill plate

3. Bottom grill plate

4. Power cord

† 5. Drip tray (Part # GR50V-01) † 6. Spatula (Part # GR50V-02) Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/removable parts

1. Preheat indicator light

2. Temperature control dial

3. Grill cover

How to Use

This product is for household use only.

GETTING STARTED

• Remove all packing material and, if applicable, any stickers from the product; remove and save literature.

• Please go to www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your warranty; for additional

information go to www.georgeforemancooking.com.

• Wash all removable parts and/or accessories as instructed in CARE AND CLEANING.

• Wipe grill plates with a damp cloth or sponge to remove any dust. Wipe dry with a soft

cloth or paper towel.

• Select a dry, level location where your grill will be used, leaving enough space between the back of grill and wall to allow heat to flow without damage to cabinets and walls.

DRIP TRAY

Place the drip tray under the front sloped section of the grill.

PREHEATING THE GRILL

1. Close cover on grill.

2. Unwind cord and plug into standard electrical outlet. The preheat indicator light comes on to indicate that the elements are heating.

3. Turn temperature control dial on top of grill to desired grill setting to begin preheating. (See SUGGESTED GRILL SETTINGS.)

4. Allow the grill to preheat (approximately 5 minutes) before grilling. When the desired temperature is reached, the preheat indicator light will go out.

Note: The preheat indicator light will cycle on and off during cooking to indicate your desired temperature is being maintained.

GRILLING

1. Using a pot holder, carefully open the preheated grill.

Note: The George Tough™ nonstick coating on the plates is designed to work without oil, butter or cooking spray. If desired, you may use oil or butter. However, aerosol cooking spray should never be used; chemicals that allow spray to come out of can build up on

the surface of the plates and reduce their efficiency.

2. Carefully place foods to be cooked on bottom grill plate. This grill accommodates up to 3 servings.

Note: Do not overload grill.

3. Close cover and allow food to cook for desired time. If desired, use a kitchen timer.

Note: Use suggested cooking times found in the GRILLING CHART on pages 7, 8 and 9. Important: Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.

4. Light pressure can be used on the handle to press and heat food to your liking.

Important: Do not use heavy pressure on the handle of the grill at any time.

5. After selected time, the food should be done. If you would prefer longer cooking, simply following the steps, beginning at step 3.

6. Using a pot holder, carefully open the grill cover.

7. Remove cooked food using plastic spatula provided.

Note: Always use silicone, heatproof plastic or wood utensils to avoid scratching nonstick surface of grill plates. Never use metal skewers, tongs, forks or knives.

8. When finished cooking, turn the temperature control dial to the MIN setting and unplug the appliance.

Important: Heat continues to be ON until grill is unplugged.

9. Allow drip tray to cool before removing it from under grill. Wash and dry drip tray after each use.

SUGGESTED GRILL SETTINGS MIN: Use to reheat fully cooked foods MIN – Mid: Sandwiches and wraps Mid: Fish Mid – MAX: Fruits, vegetables, pork and poultry MAX: Beef

GRILLING CHART

The following are meant to be used as a guideline only. The times reflect a full grill of food. Cooking time will depend upon thickness and cut being used. Use a cooking thermometer as a test for doneness. If the food needs longer cooking, check periodically to avoid overcooking the food.

FOOD COOKING TIME SETTING COMMENTS

MEAT

Hamburger (5 oz.) 4 – 6 minutes MAX ¾-inch thick

Cooked to medium (160ºF / 71ºC)

Frozen hamburgers (5 oz.) 5 – 6 minutes MAX ¾-inch thick

Cooked to medium (160ºF / 71ºC)

Flank steak (¾ lb.) 6 – 8 minutes MAX ¾-inch thick

Cooked to medium rare (145ºF / 63°C)

Skirt steak (½ lb.) 4 – 6 minutes MAX ¾-inch thick

Cooked to medium (160ºF / 71ºC)

NY strip steak / shell steak (6 oz.)

Beef tenderloin (5 oz.) 4 - 6 minutes MAX ¾-inch thick

Beef kabobs 5 – 7 minutes MAX Cooked to medium

Pork loin chops, boneless 4 – 6 minutes Mid-MAX ¾-inch thick

Pork loin chops, bone in 4 – 6 minutes Mid-MAX ½ -inch thick

Sausage, link or patty 4 - 6 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 160ºF

Hot dogs 4 – 5 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 168ºF

Bacon 6 – 8 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked until just

6 – 8 minutes MAX ¾-inch thick

Cooked to medium rare (145ºF / 63ºC)

(160ºF / 71ºC)

Cooked to 160ºF (71ºC)

(71ºC)

(76ºC)

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FOOD COOKING TIME SETTING COMMENTS

Smoked pork loin chops, boneless

Lamb chops, loin 5 – 7 minutes MAX ¾-inch thick

POULTRY

Chicken breast, boneless and skinless (8 oz.)

Chicken tenderloins (4 to 6 pieces)

Turkey tenderloin (¾ lb.) 9 – 11 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 170ºF

Turkey burgers (5 oz.) 4 – 6 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 170ºF

FISH

Tilapia fillets (6 oz., ea.) 5 – 7 minutes Mid Cooked to 145ºF

Trout fillet (6 oz.) 4 – 6 minutes Mid Cooked to 145ºF

Salmon fillet (8 oz. piece) 5 – 7 minutes Mid Cooked to 145ºF

Salmon steak (6 – 8 oz.) 7 – 9 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 145ºF

Tuna steak (6 oz.) 4 – 6 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 145ºF

Shrimp 3 – 4 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 145ºF

4 – 6 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 160ºF

(71ºC)

Cooked to medium (160ºF / 71ºC)

11 – 13 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 170º F

(77ºC)

4 – 6 minutes Mid-MAX Cooked to 170ºF

(77ºC)

(63ºC)

Please note: To be sure your food is fully cooked, the USDA recommends the following guidelines. Use a kitchen timer. Using a meat thermometer, test for doneness by inserting the meat thermometer into the center of the food being cooked and make sure the thermometer is not touching the bone or grill plates.

FOOD TO BE COOKED MEDIUM WELL DONE OR

FULLY COOKED

Chicken breast 170ºF Chicken thigh 180ºF Beef / Lamb / Veal 160ºF 170ºF Pork 160ºF Reheated cooked meats and poultry 165ºF

GRILLING FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

The following are meant to be used as a guideline only. The times reflect a full grill of food. Cooking time will depend upon thickness of food. Use a fork inserted into the center of the food to test for doneness. (Be careful not to touch the grill plate.) If the food needs longer cooking, check periodically to avoid overcooking the food.

FOOD SETTING COOKING TIME

Asparagus spears Mid-MAX 4 – 6 minutes Bell peppers, assorted colors cut into

½-inch rings Mushrooms , thickly sliced Mid-MAX 4 – 5 minutes Onion slices, ½-inch Mid-MAX 5 – 7 minutes Potato slices, ½-inch Mid-MAX 15 – 18 minutes Portabella mushrooms, 3-inch diameter Mid-MAX 4 – 6 minutes Zucchini slices, ½-inch Mid-MAX 3 – 4 minutes Fresh pineapple slices, ½-inch Mid-MAX 2 – 4 minutes

Mid-MAX 5 – 7 minutes

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