George Foreman GRBV5130CUX User guide

GRILL & BROIL

PARRILLA Y ASADOR
GRILLAGE ET RÔTISSAGE

USE AND CARE MANUAL

MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET

D’ENTRETIEN

GRBV5130CUX

www.georgeforemancooking.com

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PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.

When using electrical appliances, always follow basic safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, 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 the
appliance.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged
cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions,
or has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
Contact the consumer service number listed in
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, turn any control to OFF O then

remove plug from wall outlet.

• Do not use this appliance for other than
intended use.

• Use extreme caution when removing plates or
disposing of hot grease.

• Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces
can break off the pad and touch electrical parts,
creating a risk of electrical shock.

• The appliance is only to be operated in the
positions; Contact and Broil (hinge lock).

• 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.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.

• Do not attempt to put utensils or foreign objects
into the infrared heating and broiling element or
the heating element protective cage.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This product is for household use only.

GROUNDED PLUG

As a safety feature, this product is equipped
with a grounded plug, which will only t into a
three-prong outlet. Do not attempt to defeat
this safety feature. Improper connection of the
grounding conductor may result in the risk of
electric shock. Consult a qualied electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded.

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 re 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

1) A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

2) Extension cords are available and may be
used if care is exercised in their use.

3) If an extension cord is used:

a) The marked electrical rating of the

extension cord should be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the appliance;

b) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the

extension cord should be a grounding-type
3-wire cord; and

c) The cord should be arranged so that it will

not drape over the counter top or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over.

Note: If the power cord is damaged, please
contact the warranty department listed in these
instructions.

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Getting to Know Your Grill & Broil

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Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

1. Extended handle
† 2. Upper ceramic grill plate

(Part # GRBV5130-01)

3. Float and lock hinge
† 4. Lower ceramic grill plate

(Part # GRBV5130-02)

† 5. Drip tray (Part # GBR5750S-03)

6. Grill plate push button release
(top and bottom)

7. Infrared heating and broiling element

8. Heating element protective cage

9. On/Off switch
† 10. Lower ceramic griddle plate

11. Power cord (not shown)
Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/

removable parts

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(Part # GBR5750S-06)

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OFF ON

CONTROL

1. Hi/Lo broil control button

2. Contact grill variable temperature

control dial

3. Indicator lights

Red: Power On (contact grill mode)
Blue: Power On (broil mode)
Green: Preheated (contact grill mode)

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How to Use

This product is for household use only.

GETTING STARTED

• Remove all packing material, any stickers, and the
plastic band around the power plug.

• Remove and save literature.

• Please visit www.prodprotect.com/applica to
register your warranty.

• Before first use, wash cooking plates and drip
tray according to instructions in the CARE AND
CLEANING section of this manual.

ATTACHING THE GRILL PLATES
CAUTION: Burn Hazard. Attach grill plates when the

appliance is cool.

1. Securely attach the upper grill plate by inserting the

tabs at the bottom of the plate into the slots closest
to the hinge. (C) Push the plate into the lid of the grill
until the release buttons snap into place.

2. Securely attach bottom grill plate to the base of the

grill as described in Step 1. (D).

C

D

E

USING THE TILT FLAP
Caution: Adjust the tilt flap when the appliance is cool.

1. For sloped cooking of foods like burgers or chicken:
Flip the tilt flap out away from the grill. (E)

2. For horizontal cooking of foods like paninis: Flip the tilt
flap to store underneath the grill. (F)

CONTACT GRILLING

1. Securely fasten both grill plates into place and close
grill cover.

2. Unwind cord and plug into standard electrical outlet.

3. Press the ON/OFF switch on the back right leg of the
grill to the ON position as shown (G).

4. The red Power On indicator light on the top cover of
the grill will illuminate.

5. Turn the temperature control dial on the cover of the
grill to the desired setting.

6. When the desired temperature is reached, the green preheat indicator light
will illuminate.

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F

Note: Aerosol cooking spray should not be used on

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the plate surfaces. The chemicals that allow the
spray to come out of the can build up on the surface
of the grill plates and reduce their efficiency.

7. Carefully open the preheated grill and place foods to

be cooked on lower grill plate.

8. Close the lid and allow food to cook for desired time.

9. When finished cooking, turn off and unplug the

appliance.

CAUTION: To avoid fire or electric shock, toggle the ON/
OFF switch to the OFF (O) position before disconnecting plug.

10. Carefully open lid and remove food.

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

11. Allow the drip tray to cool before removing it from under the grill. Wash and dry

the drip tray after each use.

BROILING

1. To broil, open the grill and remove the upper grill plate

using the push-button plate release on the right side

H

of the unit. This will expose the infrared heating and
broiling element. (H)

Note: If broiling is to be done directly after contact
grilling, no preheat time is necessary. Protecting your
hand with a potholder, carefully remove the hot upper
grill plate and place it on a heat resistant surface.

2. Ensure that the lower cooking plate is installed.

3. Close the grill lid. When the upper grill plate is

removed, the hinge will engage for broil mode and
lock the top housing above the lower grill plate.

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4. Unwind cord and plug into standard electrical outlet.

5. Press the ON/OFF switch on the back right leg of the

grill to the ON position as shown (G).

6. The blue indicator light on the top cover of the grill

will illuminate for broil mode.

7. For Hi Broil, push the broil control button on the top

housing of the grill until it is depressed. For Lo Broil
and top melts, push the broil control button so it is in
the elevated position. (I)

8. Allow the lower grill plate to preheat for approximately 5 minutes.

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Note: Aerosol cooking spray should not be used on the nonstick surface. The
chemicals that allow the spray to come out of the can build up on the surface of
the grill plates and reduce their efficiency.

9. Carefully open the preheated grill and place foods to be cooked on lower grill plate.

10. Ensure that food does not contact the heating element protective cage.

Note: Place food directly on cooking plates while using the grill. Do not use foil,
parchment, or tray liners on the cooking plates.

11. Close the lid and allow food to cook for desired time.

12. When finished cooking, turn off and unplug the appliance.

CAUTION: To avoid fire or electric shock, toggle the ON/OFF switch to the OFF (O)
position before disconnecting plug.

13. Carefully open lid and remove food.

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

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

Broil Setting Position Usage

Hi Broil Depressed Use for high

temperature broiling

Lo Broil Elevated Use for low

temperature broiling,
open faced dishes,
and top melts

GRIDDLE PLATE
Important: Make sure the unit is in the horizontal position using the tilt flap in the

back (bottom) of the grill.

• Attach griddle plate to bottom of grill.

• Attach the upper grill plate to top of grill, or if desired, remove the upper grill plate to
broil while using the griddle plate.

CARE AND CLEANING

Caution: To protect against electric shock and burns, unplug from outlet and allow
your grill to cool completely before cleaning.

This product contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service
personnel.

1. Empty the drip tray. Wash in the dishwasher top rack or hand wash with warm,
soapy water. Wipe dry.

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2. To remove the plates, press the grill plate push-button release on the right side of
the plates and remove from grill. The plates can be washed in the dishwasher or by
hand with warm, soapy water. Always dry plates thoroughly before reattaching.

3. Wipe outside of unit with a warm, damp sponge. Dry with soft, dry cloth.

4. DO NOT use steel wool, scouring pads or abrasive cleaners on any part of the grill,
including the upper housing reflector.

5. DO NOT immerse the grill in water or any other liquid.

6. Make sure to hold the lid open by hand while cleaning to prevent accidental
closing and injury.

7. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning must be
performed by qualified service personnel.

8. After the grill has been cleaned, stand the grill vertically on its back end for space­saving vertical storage.

CONTACT GRILLING COOKING GUIDE

The following chart is meant to be used as a guideline only. Cooking time will
depend on the thickness of the food. To be sure your food is cooked, USDA
recommends using a meat thermometer to test for doneness. Insert the
thermometer into the thickest part of the meat until temperature stabilizes.

FOOD GRILL TEMP COOK TIME COMMENTS

MEAT

Lean boneless
steak (NY Strip, Top
Sirloin, Tenderloin)

400°F Med. Rare 6-8 min.

Medium 8-10 min.
Med. Well 10-12 min.

Based on a ¾ to
1-inch thick steak

Hamburgers (5 oz.) 425°F 4-6 min. Cooked to a min.

165°F

Frozen
Hamburgers (5 oz.)

Boneless pork
chops

425°F 5-7 min. Cooked to a min.

165°F

400°F 5-6 min. Cooked to a min.

150°F

Bacon (raw) 400°F 6-8 min. To desired

crispness

Hot Dogs 425°F 2-3 min. Cooked to 160°F

POULTRY

Boneless, skinless

400°F 10-12 min. Cooked to 170°F

chicken breast
Turkey Burgers

400°F 5-7 min. Cooked to 170°F

(5 oz.)

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FOOD GRILL TEMP COOK TIME COMMENTS

FISH/SEAFOOD

Fresh tuna steak 425°F 1-2 min. Rare
Salmon Fillets

(5 oz.)

425°F 5-7 min. Cooked to a

min.145°F

VEGETABLES / FRUIT

Summer Squash

400°F 3-5 min. Until hot and tender

(zucchini, yellow)
Onions (1/2-inch

slices

400°F 5-6 min. Until soft and

tender
Bell peppers 400°F 5-6 min. Until tender crisp
Asparagus spears 425°F 3-5 min. Until tender crisp
Fresh pineapple

rings (3/8-inch
thick)

425°F 4-5 min. For extra

caramelization

sprinkle with sugar

BROILING COOKING GUIDE

FOOD BROIL SETTING COOK TIME COMMENTS

Lean boneless
steak (NY Strip, Top
Sirloin, Tenderloin)

Boneless,
skinless chicken

HIGH Med. Rare 8-9 min.

Medium 9-10 min.

Based on a ¾ to

1-inch thick steak.

Med. Well 10-12 min.

HIGH 8-10 min. Cooked to minimum

170°F
breast (5 oz.)

Bacon HIGH 7-9 min. Or to desired

crispness
Salmon Fillet HIGH 7-9 min. Based on a 6-8

oz. fillet, cooked

to 145°F
Shrimp (16-20 ct.) HIGH 3-4 min. Until pink (150°F)
Tomatoes (halves) HIGH 3-4 min. Sprinkle cut sur-

faces with salt,

pepper, and grated

Parmesan cheese
Grapefruit (halves) HIGH 10-12 min. Sprinkle cut

surface with sugar
Open Face

Sandwiches

HIGH/LOW 4-5 min. on HIGH to

broil sandwich plus
2-3 min. on LOW for
cheese melt

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Build sandwich

on cold grill then

broil

GRILL + BROIL COOKING GUIDE

Use the cooking chart below for foods that cook great when both grilled and
broiled. After grilling, use oven mitts to remove the top grill plate and place it on a
heat resistant surface. Finish cooking the food in broil mode.

FOOD GRILL TEMP GRILL TIME BROIL

Lean bone-

425°F 2 min. HIGH Med. Rare

less steak

Cheese

425°F 4-6 min. LOW 2-4 min. After

Burgers

Lamb

425°F 2 min. HIGH 3-5 min. Minimum

Chops

SETTING

BROIL TIME COMMENTS

Based on a
3-4 min.
Medium

¾ to 1-inch

thick steak
5-6 min.
Med. Well
6-8 min.

grilling,

broil

cheese on

LOW until

melted

of 145°F

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RECIPES

OPEN- FACE REUBEN SANDWICH

Prep Time: 5 min., Cook Time: 10 min.
Servings: 2

Ingredients

2 slices rye bread
1 Tbsp. butter, softened
2 Tbsp. 1000 Island dressing
¼ cup sauerkraut, drained
¼ lb. thinly sliced corned beef
2 slices Swiss cheese

Directions

Butter one side of each bread slice. Place bread slices butter side down onto
unheated grill plate.

Top bread slices with dressing, sauerkraut and corned beef. Turn broiler ON and
broil on HIGH 4-5 min. or until meat is warm.

Add cheese slices; turn broiler to LOW and broil 2-3 min. or until cheese is melted.

RIB-EYE STEAKS WITH COFFEE RUB

Prep Time: 5 min. plus standing time, Cook Time: 10 min.
Servings: 2

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. fine ground coffee
2 Tbsp. sugar
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. chili powder

Directions

Mix sugar, coffee, garlic powder and chili powder in small bowl.
Brush both sides of steaks with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Rub

steaks with coffee mixture; let stand at room temperature 30 min. to allow flavors
to blend.

Attach lower grill plate and preheat broiler on HIGH 5 min.
Broil steaks 10-12 min. or to desired doneness. Let stand 3 to 4 min. before serving.

2 (8 oz.) boneless Rib-Eye steaks,

about ¾ inch thick
1 Tbsp. olive oil
Fresh ground salt and pepper

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SEARED FRESH TUNA SALAD WITH LEMON THYME VINAIGRETTE

Prep Time: 5 min. plus refrigeration, Cook Time: 5 min.
Servings: 2

Ingredients

Salad:
½ Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. honey Dijon mustard
1 tsp. fresh thyme

1 Tbsp. olive oil
Salt and pepper
2 cups mixed baby greens

2 (4 oz.) fresh tuna steaks
2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. brown sugar

Directions

Mix salad dressing ingredients in small bowl. Toss with baby greens. Refrigerate
until ready to serve.

Marinate tuna steaks in olive oil, soy sauce and brown sugar in refrigerator 30 min.
Attach upper and lower grill plates and preheat grill to 425°F. Place tuna on grill and sear

1 to 2 minutes to medium rare. Remove tuna; let stand 1 to 2 min. Slice tuna into strips.
Arrange salad greens on plates. Top with sliced tuna.

SPICED GLAZED SALMON

Prep Time: 5 min., Cook Time: 10 min.
Servings: 2

Ingredients

1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. brown sugar
½ tsp. hot chili powder

2 (5 oz.) salmon fillets
½ Tbsp. canola oil
1 Tbsp. maple syrup

½ tsp. ground cumin

Directions

Mix brown sugar and spices in a small bowl. Brush tops of salmon fillets with oil.
Rub spice mixture onto the surface of the salmon.

Attach lower grill plate and preheat broiler on HIGH 5 min. Place salmon on
bottom grill plate and broil 5 to 6 min.

Drizzle maple syrup onto the salmon; broil 1 to 2 min. or until desired doneness.

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GRILLED CHICKEN AND RED ONION FLATBREAD PIZZA

Prep Time: 10 min., Cook Time: 25 min.
Servings: 2

Ingredients

1 (5 oz.) marinated chicken breast
1 red onion, sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 (6-inch) round flatbreads
¼ cup sweet barbecue sauce
½ cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese

Directions

Attach upper and lower grill plates; preheat grill to 400°F.
Grill chicken 10-12 min. or until done (170°F). Remove from grill and cut into ½

inch pieces.
Add onions to grill; grill 5-7 min. Remove from grill and separate into rings.
To assemble pizza, divide and spread barbecue sauce between the 2 flatbreads.

Top each flatbread with chicken, onions and cheese.
Remove upper grill plate and preheat broiler on HIGH 5 min. Place pizzas on grill

plate and broil 4-5 min. or until pizzas are hot and cheese is melted.

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NEED HELP?

For service, repair or any questions regarding your appliance, call the appropriate
800 number in this book. Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase.
Also, please DO NOT mail product back to manufacturer, nor bring it to a service
center. You may also want to consult the website listed on the cover of this manual.

Three-Year Limited Warranty
(Applies only in the United States and Canada)

What does it cover?

• Any defect in material or workmanship provided; however, Spectrum Brands,
Inc.’s liability will not exceed the purchase price of product.

For how long?

• Three years after the date of original purchase.

What will we do to help you?

• Provide you with a reasonably similar replacement product that is either new

or factory refurbished.

How do you get service?

• Save your receipt as proof of date of sale.

• Check our on-line service site at www.prodprotect.com/applica, or call our

toll-free number, 1-800-231-9786, for general warranty service.

• If you need parts or accessories, please call 1-800-738-0245.

What does your warranty not cover?

• Damage from commercial use

• Damage from misuse, abuse or neglect

• Products that have been modified in any way

• Products used or serviced outside the country of purchase

• Glass parts and other accessory items that are packed with the unit

• Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit

• Consequential or incidental damages (Please note, however, that some states do

not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so
this limitation may not apply to you.)

How does state law relate to this warranty?

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
that vary from state to state or province to province.

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POR FAVOR LEA ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD.

Al utilizar cualquier aparato eléctrico siempre deben tomarse precauciones
básicas de seguridad, incluyendo las siguientes:

• Lea todas las instrucciones.

• No toque las superficies calientes. Use las asas o
las perillas.

• A fin de protegerse contra un choque eléctrico
y lesiones a las personas, no sumerja el cable,
los enchufes ni el aparato en agua ni en ningún
otro líquido.

• Todo aparato eléctrico usado en la presencia de
los niños o por ellos mismos requiere la supervisión
de un adulto.

• Desconecte el aparato del tomacorriente cuando
no esté en uso y antes de limpiarlo. Espere que el
aparato se enfríe antes de instalarle o retirarle piezas
y antes de limpiarlo.

• No opere ningún aparato que tenga el cable o
enchufe dañado o después de ocurrir una falla de
funcionamiento o si se ha dejado caer o dañado de
cualquier manera. Llame al número de servicio para
el consumidor que aparece en este manual.

• El uso de accesorios no recomendados por el
fabricante del aparato puede ocasionar incendio,
choque eléctrico o lesiones a las personas.

• No use este aparato a la intemperie.

• No permita que el cable cuelgue del borde de la
mesa o del mostrador ni que entre en contacto con
superficies calientes.

• No coloque el aparato sobre ni cerca de las hornillas
de gas o eléctricas ni adentro de un horno caliente.

CONSERVE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES.

Este aparato eléctrico es para uso doméstico solamente.

• Tome mucha precaución al mover de un lugar
a otro un aparato que contenga aceite u otros
líquidos calientes.

• Para desconectarlo, coloque los controles en la
posicion de apagado (OFF)
enchufe del tomacorriente de la pared.

• Este aparato se debe usar únicamente con el
fin previsto.

• Utilice precaución extrema cuando retire las
placas o deseche grasa caliente.

• No limpie con estropajos de fregar de metal. Las
piezas pueden partirse del estropajo y entrar en
contacto con las piezas eléctricas, creando un
riesgo de descarga eléctrica.

• El aparato solo debe ser operado en estas
posiciones: Por contacto y Asado (bisagra
engranada).

• Este aparato no está diseñado para ser usado
por personas (incluído niños) con capacidad
limitada física, mental o sensoriales disminuidas
y falta de experiencia o conocimiento que les
impida utilizar el aparato con toda seguridad sin
supervisión o instrucción.

• Se debe asegurar la supervisión de los niños para
evitar que usen el aparato como juguete.

• No trate de colocar utensilios ni objetos externos en
el elemento de calor y asado infrarrojo o en la caja
protectora del elemento.

O

y luego desconecte el

ENCHUFE DE TIERRA

Como medida de seguridad, este producto
está equipado con un enchufe de tierra que
se conecta a un tomacorriente de tres patas.
No trate de alterar esta medida de seguridad.
La conexión impropia del conductor de tierra
puede resultar en el riesgo de descarga
eléctrica. Consulte a un electricista calicado
si tiene alguna duda en cuanto a si la salida es
correcta a tierra.

TORNILLO DE SEGURIDAD

Advertencia: Este aparato cuenta con un

tornillo de seguridad para evitar la remoción de
la cubierta exterior del mismo. A n de reducir
el riesgo de incendio o de choque eléctrico, por
favor no trate de remover la cubierta exterior.
Este producto no contiene piezas reparables
por el consumidor. Toda reparación se debe
llevar a cabo únicamente por personal de
servicio autorizado.

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CABLE ÉLECTRICO

1) Un cable de alimentación corto es provisto para
reducir los riesgos de enredarse o tropezar con
un cable más largo.

2) Existen cables de extensión disponibles y estos
pueden ser utilizados si se toma el cuidado
debido en su uso.

3) Si se utiliza un cable de extensión:

a) La clasificación eléctrica marcada del cable

de extensión debe ser, como mínimo, igual a
la clasificación eléctrica del aparato;

b) Si el aparato es del tipo de conexión a tierra,

el cable de extensión debe ser un cable de
tres alambres de conexión a tierra; y

c) El cable debe ser acomodado de manera

que no cuelgue del mostrador o de la mesa
para evitar que un niño tire del mismo o que
alguien se tropiece sin darse cuenta.

Nota: Si el cable de alimentación está dañado,
por favor llame al número del departamento de
garantía que aparece en estar instrucciones.