Wolfgang Puck BCGL0020 User Manual

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Wolfgang Puck BCGL0020 User Manual

I M P O R T A N T N O T I C E

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE. If you have any problems with this unit, contact Consumer Relations for service PHONE: 1-800-275-8273.

Please read operating instructions before using this product.

Please keep original box and packing materials in the event that service is required.

W.P. APPLIANCES, INC.

Toll Free (800) 275-8273 Email address: wpappliances@ss2000.com Website: www.wolfgangpuck-kitchenware.com

Model BCGL0020 Printed in China REV 1.0

W O L F G A N G PUCK

Large Panini Maker with Adjustable Thermostat

All trademarks, service marks and trade names (collectively the “Marks”) are proprietary to Wolfgang Puck World Wide.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1Read all instructions carefully.

2Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles only.

3To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse appliance, cord, or plug in water or other liquid.

4Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

6Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

7Never use this appliance without the drip tray in place underneath the grease channel.

8The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

9Do not use outdoors.

10Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including the stove.

11Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

12Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.

13This appliance is for household use only.

14Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

15Extreme care must be used when operating this appliance as surface temperatures get extremely hot.

16Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Additional Safety Information

A short detachable power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled or tripping over a long cord.

Do not use an extension cord. An extension cord or longer detachable cord is not recommended for use with the Panini Maker.

This Panini Maker’s detachable cord has a polarized plug (one blade is wider then the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized wall unit only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the wall unit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.

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Wolfgang Puck, owner of the famous Spago restaurants and one of the most influential chef-restauranteurs in America, is credited

with reviving California’s rich culinary heritage.

His cooking innovations, a result of blending

fresh California ingredients with his classical French techniques, are enjoyed by world leaders, stars and fellow chefs alike. He established other trend-setting restaurants like Postrio in San Francisco, Chinois on Main in Santa Monica, Granita, Vert and Trattoria del Lupo. Home chefs can also share Mr. Puck’s talents through his cookbooks and, of course, through his appliances!

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards

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Additional Safety Information 3

 

 

About Wolfgang Puck

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Know Your Panini Maker

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Before Your First Use

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About Your Panini Maker

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Using Your Panini Maker

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Helpful Hints

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Care and Cleaning

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Recipes

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Cooking Chart

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Limited Warranty

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Contact Information

back

 

 

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Know Your Panini Maker

 

 

 

 

• Cool-Touch Black Handle

 

 

 

 

Caution: Open the lid using

 

 

 

 

the black cool-touch handle

Red Power Indicator

Green Ready Light

 

 

only, being careful not to

 

 

touch any of surfaces such as

 

 

 

 

Adjustable Thermostat

 

Grill Plate

 

the housing or grill plates.

 

 

 

 

 

Lock

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 1

Grease

 

 

Channel

 

• Drip Tray

 

 

Caution: Never use your

 

 

Panini maker without the

 

 

drip tray in place

 

 

 

Figure 2

Drip Tray

• Nylon Cleaning Brush

• Cord Storage

 

• Cool Touch Handle

 

 

 

(black portion only)

 

Product may differ slightly from photograph shown above.

Figure 3

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Before Your First Use

Carefully unpack the appliance and remove all packaging materials. Wash the grill surfaces with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.

When cleaning the nonstick grill plates, always ensure that the unit is not plugged in.

Caution: Do not immerse the appliance, cord or plug in water.

To remove any dust that may have accumulated during packaging, wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth.

Important: Do not use harsh or abrasive cleansers on any part of the appliance.

About Your Wolfgang Puck

Panini Maker

The English translation of Panini means little breads, or rolls and is equated with sandwiches. In the United States, Panini has come to denote a grilled Italian sandwich.

The Panini sandwiches of today are generally made using fresh, crusty Italian breads. Your Wolfgang Panini Maker uses the weight of the heated upper grill plate to grill both sides at the same time. Use your Panini Maker to prepare authentic Italian Panini’s and Cuban sandwiches, as well as to grill poultry, meat, fish, sausages, and a variety of other foods. Your Panini Maker is designed to sear foods perfectly. The special hinged top plate inherent on all Panini grills allows the grill to be used on extra thick sandwiches and food items.

Using Your Panini Maker

Your Panini Maker is best used with thick, crusty breads, such as French, Italian, and focaccia. The top grill plate is weighted to compress and grill a Panini to perfection in about 3 minutes (depending on the bread, filling, and personal taste). Your Panini Maker can also be used to grill a variety of food items, such as meats, poultry, fish, and vegetables.

1Completely pull out Drip Drawer prior to use. Place drip tray underneath grease runoff so that any drippings will fall into the tray.

2Preheat the grill to the desired temperature. Close the cover and plug

into a 120-volt 60 HZ AC outlet only. The red power indicator will illuminate whenever the unit is plugged in. After approximately 8 minutes, the green light will turn on indicating that the appliance is preheated to the selected temperature and ready for use. Always preheat with the grill in the closed position.

3Open the lid using the black handle only, being careful not to touch any hot surfaces such as the housing or grill plates. We recommend the use of oven mitts or potholders to prevent the risk of injury.

4Place items to be cooked on the bottom grill plate.

5Lower the cover and cook the food according to desired temperature or doneness. Do not apply excessive force to close the lid and do not attempt to lock latch on handle.

Note: The green ready light is thermostatically controlled and will cycle on and off during cooking to ensure that the correct temperature is maintained.

Important: Grill only with the lid in the closed position.

6When you have finished using your appliance, disconnect the plug from the wall and allow the unit to cool down completely before cleaning.

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Helpful Hints

Be sure to always wash the grill plates after each use to remove any residue that may have accumulated.

Do not use sharp objects or attempt to cut food on top of the grill plates.

Always preheat for 8 minutes before use or until green ready light illuminates. Have all ingredients in place before cooking starts.

For best results, spread mayonnaise or butter on both outer sides of panini sandwiches before cooking. This will give darker, crustier grill marks on the bread.

Remove cooked food from the Panini Maker with a plastic or wooden spatula. Do not use metal utensils, as this may damage the nonstick surface of the grill plates.

If additional sandwiches are desired, lower the lid to preserve the heat while you prepare the additional sandwiches.

Let sandwiches cool slightly before eating. Cheese, especially, becomes very hot. Soft or melted fillings will firm slightly.

For easy storage, use the cord wrap on the underside of the unit. Your Panini Maker is designed to stand vertically, taking up the least amount of storage space. See figure 4.

For easy cleanup, you can lay your food on the bottom half of parchment paper, evenly spaced leaving a two inch border on each side. Place a second piece of parchment paper over your food, and fold sides in and press to

make a sealed seam. Fold in one more

time and press. Load packet onto the Figure 4 panini with open end positioned over

the drip tray so fat can freely flow into the tray.

Care and Cleaning

Other than the cleaning mentioned in this manual, no other servicing or maintenance of this appliance is required. Repairs, if necessary must be performed by an authorized service center.

Caution: Do not immerse the appliance, cord or plug in water.

Before cleaning and when finished using your appliance, unplug power cord from outlet and allow to cool completely. Wipe the inside and the edges of the grilling plates with a clean, damp cloth. To remove stubborn stains or food, use the nylon brush included with your unit, or other utensils regarded as safe for nonstick surfaces. Do not use steel wool or scouring pads. Do not use abrasive cleansers. Wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth. Dry all parts thoroughly before using again or storing. The cleaning blade and drip tray can be cleaned in the top rack of the dishwasher or hand washed in warm soapy water.

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Grilled Vegetable Panini

4 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 large focaccia bread, halved horizontally

1 large red pepper, quartered

1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced thin

1 tablespoon Italian dressing 1/2 cup pesto sauce

1 medium eggplant, sliced in 1/2-inch rounds 1/2 cup Fontina cheese, shredded

METHOD

1Preheat Panini Maker to sandwich setting.

2Grill red pepper in Panini Maker for about 5 minutes, or until tender.

3Put onion and eggplant in a bowl and cover with Italian dressing.

4Grill eggplant slices in Panini Maker for 4 to 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining eggplant and onion slices.

5Spread bottom slice of focaccia bread with pesto sauce and top with cooked peppers. Top with grilled eggplant and onion. Top with shredded Fontina cheese. Cover with top slice of focaccia bread.

6Place assembled sandwiches in Panini Maker and toast until cheese melts, approximately 3 minutes.

Recipe courtesy Debra Murray, Wolfgang Puck HSN Guest Host

Opened Face Mushroom

Sandwich

4 servings

INGREDIENTS

4 slices sourdough bread from round loaf

20 cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced

1 clove garlic, finely minced Olive oil, to taste

Kosher salt, to taste

METHOD

1Preheat Panini Maker to the Contact 10 on the temperature dial before assembling your sandwiches.

2Arrange the mushroom slices in pretty rows to cover surface of bread slices.

3In a small bowl combine a few tablespoons of the olive oil with the minced garlic. Drizzle over the tops of the mushroom slices. Sprinkle with salt.

4Load the them into the Panini grill and gently close the lid. Set timer

for 3 minutes.

5Bread should be toasty and mushrooms should have beautiful grill marks. Remove and serve hot.

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