eta 5156 GrilChef Electric Contact Grill Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- ETA
Table of Contents
eta 5156 GrilChef Electric Contact Grill
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Dear customer, thank you for purchasing our product. Please read the operating
instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep
these instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the
box with the internal packing.
SAFETY WARNINGS
- Consider the instructions for use as a part of the appliance and pass them on to any other user of the appliance.
- Check whether the data on the type label corresponds with the voltage in your socket. The power cord plug may only be connected to the electrical socket complying with the applicable standards.
- Never use the appliance if the power cord or power plug are damaged, if the appliance is not correctly operating or if it has fallen on the floor and been damaged, or if it has fallen into water. In such cases take the appliance to a professional service centre to verify its safety and correct function.
- This appliance may only be used by children aged 8 years or older, and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Children younger than 8 years must be kept out of reach of the appliance and its power cord.
- Before replacing accessories or accessible parts, before assembly and disassembly, before cleaning or maintenance, turn off the appliance and disconnect it from the mains by pulling the power cord from the power socket!
- If the power cord of the appliance is corrupted, it has to be replaced by the manufacturer, its service technician or a similarly qualified person so as to prevent dangerous situations.
- Pay careful attention when handling the grill to avoid injury, (e.g. burns, scalding).
CAUTION
Do not use the appliance with a program, time switch or any other part
that turns the appliance on automatically as there is a risk of fire if the
appliance is not covered or placed properly.
- Never submerge the grill under water (even partially) and do not wash under running water!
NOTICE
Some parts of this product may become very hot and cause burns. Take
special care when children or handicapped persons are present.
- When the appliance is in operation, prevent pets, plants or insects from getting in contact with it.
- The appliance is intended for home use and for similar purposes (in shops, offices and similar sites, in hotels, motels and other residential premises, or in facilities providing bed and breakfast service). It is not intended for commercial use!
- Do not leave the grill on without supervision and supervise it for the entire time that food is being prepared.
- Do not plug the power cord in the electrical socket and do not unplug it with wet hands or by pulling the power cord!
- Do not use the grill if it is wet, your hands are wet or on a wet surface!
- Do not use the grill outdoors!
- The appliance must not be used in damp or wet environment and in any environment with the danger of fire or explosion (spaces where chemicals, fuels, oils, gases, paints and other flammable or volatile materials are stored).
- When the appliance is switched on for the first time, short and slight smoke can come out that does not mean any defect and it is not a reason for claiming a defect of the appliance.
- Do not carry the appliance when it is hot, if by chance it is tipped over there is a danger of a burn injury. Due to high temperature, the pad under the appliance may heat up. Do not touch it until it cools down.
- When grilling spontaneous combustion of foods is possible. If sudden combustion (fire) occurs, disconnect the appliance from the power grid and put the fire out.
- In terms of fire safety the grill conforms to the norm EN 60 335–2–6. According to this norm this is an appliance that may be operated on a table or a similar surface under the condition that in the direction of the main heat radiation, i.e. above the hotplate, a safe distance of 200 mm must be maintained from flammable materials and at least 100 mm in the other directions.
- The power cord must not be damaged with sharp or hot objects, open fire and it must not be sunk into water. Never put it on hot surfaces or do not let it hang over the edge of a table or work tables. Hitting, stumbling or pulling the power cord e.g. by children can result in tilting over or drawing the appliance down and serious injury!
- For additional protection we recommend installation of current protection (RCD) with the nominal release current not exceeding 30 mA. Ask a control technician or an electrician for advice.
- Only use the appliance with original accessories from the manufacturer. The use of other accessories may present a danger for the user.
- Only use this appliance for the purpose it was designed for, as specified in this manual. Never use the appliance for any other purpose.
- The manufacturer takes no responsibility for damages caused by the incorrect use of this appliance and accessories (e.g. ruining of foods, injury, burns, scalding, fire) and takes no responsibility arising from the warranty on the appliance in the case that the above safety notices were not followed.
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
A – grill
- A1 – knob for the top plate thermostat
- A2 – knob for the bottom plate thermostat
- A3 – operation light indicator
- A4 – light indicator for top plate heating
- A5 – light indicator for bottom plate heating
- A6 – hinged lid
- A7 – lid lock button in the position of approximately 90° / 180°
- A8 – slider for setting the distance between the grill panels
- A9 – handle
- A10 – grill plate (smooth grilling surface)
- A11 – grill plate (ribbed grilling surface)
- A12 – button to release the grill panels
- A13 – power cord
B – drip container
PREPARATION AND USE
Remove all the packing material and take out the grill with the accessories.
Remove all possible adhesion foils, stick-on labels or paper from the grill.
Place the grill on a flat and dry surface (e. g. kitchen table) at least 85 cm
high out of reach of children. Connect the grill to the mains. After the first
putting into operation, set the maximum temperature and let an „open“ grill in
operation with a window open for about 10 minutes, then turn it off and let it
cool down. After the appliance cools down, swipe the parts that come in
contact with food with a soft, wet and clean cloth or a paper towel. Now the
appliance is ready for use. Press button A10, and remove the grill panel by
tilting it out.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Thermostat knobs (A1, A2)
Turn the relevant knob (A1, A2) clockwise to set the required temperature
(160-220 °C)
- “OFF” position – off
- Position “” – low heating temperature
- Position “” – medium heating temperature
- Position “ ” – high heating temperature
- “MAX” position – maximum heating temperature
Note
the heating is switched on using the relevant knob (A1, A2), the corresponding
light indicator (A4, A5) switches on as well.
Slider for setting the height between the grill plates (A8)
The height can be set in 5 steps indicated by marks:
- “” position – unlocked (height of the plates can be adjusted)
- “” position – locked (the plates can be locked only in the closed position)
- “1-5” position – individual stages of plates height adjustment
Lid locking button at about 90° / 180° (A7)
When opening the grill, follow the procedure indicated in 
Food
preparation:
- Plug the grill to the mains and use the knobs (A1, A2) to set the required temperature depending on the food you are preparing.
- Pre-heat the grill plates without food for a while.
- Place food on the grill plate (at the centre if possible). You can press the plates together slightly using the handle A9 or you can lock them at a required height with the slider A8. The grill can also be used when open .
- When you finish grilling, take out the food using wooden or plastic turners.
- Switch off the grill and unplug it from the mains.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
- After connection to the electricity network, signal lamp A3 is on without interruption. After setting the required temperature of the relevant plate, signal lamps A4/A5 will be flashing alternatively.
- Before each use, make sure that the drip tray B is positioned properly.
- Do not touch the metal parts of the grill or the hotplate A10/A11 during grilling, because these parts are HOT! Pay special care to ensure that children do not touch the hotplate!
- Use fresh or defrosted food only (not frosted food).
- Never place a cool board on the hot heating body.
- Do not use metal pliers, turners, a knife or other sharp metal kitchenware, it could damage the non-stick surface finish of the grilling plates.
MAINTENANCE
Clean the grill only after it has cooled down! Clean the appliance regularly
after every use by wiping with a wet soft cloth. Do not use rough and
aggressive detergents (e.g. sharp objects, caustic agents for cleaning ovens
etc.).Do not use any pressure-cleaning appliance (e. g. dishwasher, WAP, steam
cleaners)! Remove possible residues of fat and food that got stuck on the
plates, using a common, plastic kitchen turner. For ease of cleaning, you can
remove the plates from the grill casing as per
(do not wash in a dishwasher). Remove
the drip tray B as per ,
wash it in hot water with detergent and wipe it
dry (you can use a dishwasher). If the power cord is soiled, wipe it with a
wet cloth. It is normal that the surface colour changes over the time. But the
change does not alter the surface properties in any way and the appliance is
not subject to a complaint for this reason!
Storage
Make sure that the plates are cool before storage. Store the grill at a safe
and dry place, out of reach of children and incapacitated people. More
extensive maintenance or maintenance requiring intervention in the inner parts
of the appliance must be carried out by professional service! Failure to
comply with the instructions of the manufacturer will lead to expiration of
the right to warranty repair!
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
If the dimensions allow, there are labels of materials used for production of packing, components and accessories as well as their recycling on all parts. The symbols specified on the product or in the accompanying documentation mean that the used electric or electronic products must not be disposed of together with municipal waste. For proper disposal of the product, hand it over at special collection places where it will be taken over free of charge. Suitable disposal of the product can help to maintain valuable natural resources and to prevent possible negative impacts on the environment and human health, which could be the possible consequences of improper waste disposal. Ask for more details at the local authorities or in the nearest collection site. Fines can be imposed for improper disposal of this type of waste in agreement with the national regulations. If the appliance is to be put out of operation for good, after disconnecting it from power supply we recommend cutting off the power cord and thus it will not be possible to use the appliance again.
TECHNICAL DATA
Voltage (V) : Shown on the type label of the appliance
Input (W) : Shown on the type label of the appliance
Weight about (kg) : 5.0
Size, (mm): 377 x 360 x 176
Input in off mode is < 0.50 W.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specifications and
accessories for the respective models.
HOT. DO NOT COVER. DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
- TO AVOID DANGER OF SUFFOCATION, KEEP THIS PLASTIC BAG AWAY FROM BABIES AND CHILDREN. DO NOT USE THIS BAG IN CRIBS, BEDS, CARRIAGES OR PLAYPENS. THIS BAG IS NOT A TOY.
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Read User Manual Online (PDF format) >>