Wolfgang Puck BRGG0050 Instruction

Wolfgang Puck

Universal Gourmet Grill and Griddle
Use and Care

IMPORTANT NOTICE

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE.

If you have any problems with this unit,

contact Consumer Relations for service

PHONE: [phone].

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 [phone]
Website: www.wppotsandpans.com

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

Model BRGG0050 Printed in China REV 1.0

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1 Read all instructions.

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

3 To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord or plug in

water or other liquid.

4 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or

near children.

5 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.

6 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.

7 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the

appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.

8 Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or counter, or touch hot

surfaces.

9 Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a

heated oven.

10 Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance

containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

11 Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord in the outlet.

To disconnect, turn control to OFF, then remove plug from wall
outlet. Do not flip the appliance until completely cool.

12 Do not use outdoors.

13 Use only with D G KING WAY Enterprise Co. Appliance Plug Cat.

No. PO-0800.”

14 Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting
from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord
may be used with care; however, be sure the marked electrical rating is
at least as great as the electrical rating of this appliance. The extension
cord should be positioned such that it does
not drape over the counter or table top where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over. The electrical rating of this appliance is listed on
the bottom panel of the unit.

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
defeat this safety feature

Before Your First Use

The grill/griddle is designed for indoor use only. Carefully unpack the
grill and remove all packaging materials. To remove any dust that may
have accumulated during packaging, wipe the cooking surface and base
with a clean, damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use harsh or abrasive
cleaners on any part of the grill.

Warning: Do not immerse the cord or plug in water or other liquid.
Do not use metal scouring pads on any part of the appliance.

Place the grill on a dry, stable surface away from an open flame or hot
burners. This appliance requires 1800 watts and should be the only
appliance operating on the circuit. Plug the grill into a 120 volt 60 Hz AC
only outlet.

Before using, condition the nonstick surface. Spread 2 teaspoons of
vegetable oil with a soft cloth or folded paper towel over the entire grill
and griddle cooking surfaces. Assemble grill and set temperature to
250°. When the grill has reached 250°, turn off and cool completely.
The grill is now ready to use.

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Table of Contents

Important Safeguards 1

Before Your First Use 2

About Wolfgang Puck 3

Know Your Gourmet Grill/Griddle 5

Using Your Gourmet Grill/Griddle 8

Care & Cleaning 8

Grilling Tips 9

Grilling Guide & Charts 10

Quick & Easy Kabobs 12

Guide to Great Kabobs 13

Griddle Cooking Guide 14

Tips and Helpful Hints 15

Recipes 16

Limited Warranty 38

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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!

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Know Your Gourmet

Grill/Griddle

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• Cool-Touch Handles• Grill Surface • Drip Pan

• Food Trays

• Base

Food Tray Holder • • Scraper/Cleaner

• Food Tray Spatula

Appliance Plug with
Temperature Control Probe

•

• Grease Drip Holes

Shown left is the
correct way to place
food trays into food
tray holders

Adjustable
Temperature Probe

Shown left is the
incorrect way to place the
food trays (underneath
the heating plate of the
Gourmet Grill)

Shown left is the correct
way to place the food tray
(underneath the heating
plate of the Gourmet Grill)

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Using Your Gourmet

Grill/Griddle

Place the appliance on a flat, level surface, such as a countertop or table.
Place the cooking surface onto the base with either the grill or griddle
surface up, according to your recipe.

Insert power point into the power point holder on the grill/griddle plate.
Plug the cord into a 120 volt 60 Hz AC only outlet.

When the grill/griddle is on, the red READY light will come on. This light
is in the shape of an arrow, located on the power point. When the light
goes out, the grill or griddle surface is preheated to the selected
temperature. This light will cycle on and off during cooking, indicating
that the surface temperature is being maintained.

Important: Your grill/griddle comes with a patented safety feature which
will not allow you to plug the temperature probe in unless the drip pan is
properly in place. Never Try To Defeat This Feature.

Care and Cleaning

Before cleaning, be sure to unplug the cord from the outlet. Remove the
power point from the cooking surface. If necessary, wipe the cord with a
damp cloth.

Caution: Do not immerse the cord in water or other liquid.

Allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning.The cooking

plate and base can be placed in the bottom rack of the dishwasher, or
washed by hand. The drip tray should be hand washed only in warm
soapy water. Dry the drip pan completely when finished.Do not put hot

cooking surface in cold water.

Be sure to always wash both the grill and griddle surfaces after each use
to remove any grease that may have accumulated.

Do not use scouring pads or harsh cleaners on either the cooking
surface or base. If necessary, use a nylon bristle brush or plastic
scrubbing pad.

Do not let the cooking surface or base soak overnight. This could
damage the nonstick coating.

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Grill Scraper Cleaner

Use the slotted side of the cleaning
blade to clean the grill surface. Push
excess grease towards drip holes

Griddle Scraper Cleaner

Use the flat side of the cleaning
blade to clean the griddle surface.
Push excess grease towards drip
holes

Switching Grill Plate

Wait for the unit to completely
cool before moving. Grasp both
handles and lift cooking plate
straight up. Flip over and place
back onto the base

Cleaning Drip Pan

Wait for the unit to completely
cool before moving any parts. The
drip tray should be hand washed
only in warm soapy water. Dry
thoroughly when completed

Washing Grill / Griddle & Base

Wait for the unit to completely
cool before moving. Your cooking
plate and grill base (without drip
pan) is dishwasher safe without the
temperature controller attached.
Place on the bottom rack

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Grilling Guide

Follow these guidelines for successful grilling:

1 Set the temperature control dial to the desired temperature.

Preheat the grill until the READY arrow light goes out, approximately
10 minutes.

2 Marinate meats before grilling for extra flavor and tenderness, if

desired. (Marinades with added sugar will cause meats to brown
more quickly.)

3 Before grilling, partially cook bone-in chicken, ribs and uncooked

smoked or fresh sausages for best results. If not partially cooked,
these meats may become overbrowned on the outside before the
center is done.

4 Turn food once during grilling unless otherwise directed.

5 If desired, brush with barbecue or other sauce during last 5 to 10

minutes of grilling.

6 Unplug from outlet and allow grill to cool completely before

disposing of drippings that have accumulated in the drip channel.

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Grilling Chart

Meat Time/Temp. Doneness Test Helpful Hints

BEEFSTEAKS

1” thick 10 - 15 min. Medium rare - 145˚ Slash fat around edge to prevent
3 ⁄4” thick MAX Medium - 160˚ curling (avoid cutting into meat).

Well done - 170˚

BURGERS

(3 ⁄4” thick)
Hamburgers 14 - 16 min. Medium (160°) or

400° Until no longer pink

Turkey burgers 15 - 20 min. in center

400°

PORK CHOPS

Rib and loin 10 - 12 min. Until slightly pink Slash fat around edge to prevent
1 ⁄ 2” thick 12 - 15 min. in center or 160°. curling (avoid cutting into meat).
3 ⁄4” thick 12 - 15 min.

350°

Grilling Tips

1 The nonstick cooking surface is metal utensil safe. However care

should be taken when using metal utensils with this product. Only
use the enclosed scraper to clean the griddle

2 Be careful not to transfer germs from raw meat to cooked meat.

Use separate utensils and platters for raw and cooked meat or wash
platter used for raw meat before placing cooked meat on it.

3 Use a long-handled brush for basting foods during grilling.

4 Tender meat cuts, such as sirloin and tenderloin, are generally

more suitable for grilling than less-tender meat cuts, such as round
or rump.

5 Many less-tender meat cuts can be grilled, but they benefit from the

tenderizing effects of marinating in an acid-based wet marinade.

6 A marinade is a seasoned mixture (wet or dry) in which foods are

soaked in order to absorb flavor and/or become more tender. The
flavor grows stronger the longer the marinade is left on the food
before cooking. The amount of time usually ranges from 1 hour to
24 hours.

A wet marinade usually consists of oil (vegetable or olive) to give
moisture, an acid (lemon juice, vinegar, wine, tomatoes or yogurt)
to tenderize, and flavorings (herbs and spices) to enhance or
add flavor.

A dry marinade, or spice rub, is a mixture of herbs, spices and salt
that is rubbed onto the food after the food has been lightly brushed
with vegetable oil. Generally, use 1 to 2 tablespoons dry marinade
per pound of meat.

7 Always marinate in a tightly covered nonmetal dish, and turn the

food occasionally. Be sure to refrigerate all meats while marinating.
Heavy plastic bags are also convenient for marinating – add the food
and marinade, then tightly seal the bag. Turn the bag now and then
to redistribute the marinade.

8 If leftover wet marinade is to be used as a sauce with the cooked

food, be sure to place it in a small pan and heat it to a rolling boil
before serving to eliminate any bacterial growth.

9 Grease from high fat foods, such as bacon or sausage, may splatter

on countertop. Protect countertop as necessary.

10 When grilling fish, use a large flat spatula or turner to turn the fish.

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