BUFFALO FC386 Double Half Ribbed Contact Grill Instruction Manual

BUFFALO FC386 Double Half Ribbed Contact Grill

Product Information

The Contact Grill by BUFFALO is an electric grill that features counter- balanced top plates for even cooking. It comes with a digital timer that can be set from 1 second to 15 minutes and has an audible alarm. The grill also has a waste tray, a thermostat, and a power indicator light. The top and bottom plates can be adjusted using the Allen key provided. The package includes the Contact Grill, an instruction manual, and a waste tray.

Product Usage Instructions

Introduction

• Carefully read through the instruction manual before using the Contact Grill.
• Proper maintenance and operation will provide the best performance from your product.

Pack Contents

• When unpacking the product, ensure that all contents are supplied fully functional and free of damage.
• If you find any damage as a result of transit, contact your BUFFALO dealer immediately.

Operation

• The Contact Grill has a handle, top plate, bottom plate, power switch, digital timer, waste tray, thermostat, and power indicator light.

Seasoning the Cooking Surfaces

• Before cooking, season the cooking surfaces of the grill.
• Note that the initial surfaces may appear to have ribbed markings with the first use but will start to fade/disappear after several hours of cooking.

Cooking

• Place the food on the bottom plate and close the top plate. The counter-balanced top plates allow for even cooking. Refer to the instruction manual for cooking times and temperatures.

Adjusting Top Plate Tension

• Use the Allen key provided to adjust the tension of the top plate. Turn clockwise to tighten and anti-clockwise to loosen. Wait for the grill to cool before making any adjustments.

Using the Timer

• The digital timer can be set from 1 second to 15 minutes. It provides an audible alarm after the set time expires. It does not provide any electrical control over the unit.

Product Cleaning, Care & Maintenance

• After use, scrape the cooking surface with a non-abrasive scraper. Do not use steel wool as it may leave shards that could contaminate food.
• Re-season the cooking surface after scouring. Clean the waste tray regularly. Do not remove the tray during or immediately after use as the contents will be hot.

Safety Instructions

• Position on a flat, stable surface.
• A service agent/qualified technician should carry out installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any components on this product.
• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the following:
  • Health and Safety at Work Legislation
  • BS EN Codes of Practice
  • Fire Precautions
  • IEE Wiring Regulations
  • Building Regulations
• Caution! Hot surface!
• DO NOT immerse the appliance in water.
• DO NOT clean with jet/pressure washers.
• DO NOT carry when hot.
• DO NOT leave the appliance unattended during operation.
• DO NOT obstruct or cover the appliance in any way when in use.
• During and after cooking, the unit is still hot. Never touch the surface to avoid scalding.
• Not suitable for outdoor use.
• Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the appliance before when not in use.
• This appliance must only be used in accordance with these instructions and by persons competent to do so.
• Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the packaging in accordance to the regulations of local authorities.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an BUFFALO agent or a recommended qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the 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.
• Buffalo recommends that this appliance should be periodically tested (at least annually) by a Competent Person. Testing should include, but not be limited to: Visual Inspection, Polarity Test, Earth Continuity, Insulation Continuity and Functional Testing.
• Always use the black handles to lift the plates.
• Buffalo recommend that this product is connected to a circuit protected by an appropriate RCD (Residual Current Device).

Product Description

• FC380 – Large single Grill with ribbed plates
• FC381 – Large single Grill with flat plates
• FC382 – Large single Grill with ribbed top plate and flat base plate
• FC383 – Double Grill with ribbed plates
• FC384 – Double grill with flat plates
• FC385 – Double grill with ribbed top plates and flat base plates
• FC386 – Double Grill with Ribbed plates right/ flat plates left

Introduction

Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation of this machine will provide the best possible performance from your BUFFALO product.

Pack Contents

The following is included:

• Buffalo Contact Grill
• Scraper
• Allen Key
• Waste tray
• Instruction manual

BUFFALO prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of unpacking the contents are supplied fully functional and free of damage. Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your BUFFALO dealer immediately.

Operation

Seasoning the Cooking Surfaces

The cooking plate surfaces need to be ‘seasoned’ before using for the first time.

1. Ensure the cooking surfaces are clean.
2. Brush the surfaces with cooking oil.
3. Set the thermostat(s) to 110°C and turn the appliance On. The power indicator light turns on.
4. Once the appliance reaches temperature the power indicator light turns off.
5. Turn the appliance Off and allow it to cool before wiping away any excess oil.
6. The appliance is now ready to use.

Cooking

1. Close the plates.
   • Note: It may be necessary to slightly grease the plates with cooking oil before cooking depending on the foodstuff.
2. Set the thermostat(s) to the desired temperature (60°C-300°C) and turn the appliance On. The power indicator light(s) turn on.
   • Note: 200°C to 220°C is suitable for general cooking.
3. The power indicator light(s) turn Off when the appliance has reached the set temperature.
4. Lift the top plate and place the foodstuff on the bottom plate.
5. Lower the top plate.

Note: All BUFFALO Contact Grills feature counter-balanced top plates that allow for even cooking.

Note: With the new treatment for the flat plates, the surfaces now are smoother and thus better for cooking and cleaning. Whereas, the initial surfaces may appear to have ribbed markings with the first time use. After several hours of cooking, such markings will start to fade/disappear.

Adjusting Top Plate Tension

• Use the Allen key supplied to adjust the tension of the top plate. Turn clockwise to tighten, and anti-clockwise to loosen.

Note: It is possible to tighten the plate so that it sits in the open position (if required).

• BUFFALO recommend the appliance is disconnected from the power supply and allowed to cool before any adjustments are made.

Using the timer

The digital timer with audible alarm can be set from 1 second to 15 minutes. The timer provides an audible alarm after the set time expires. It provides no electrical control over the unit.

• START/STOP: Press START/STOP to start timer, press again to stop. The timer will provide an audible alarm after the set time. The alarm will beep 10 times and the display will continue to flash until timer is reset (press the START/STOP button).

• UP: Press UP to add extra time.

• DOWN: Press DOWN to reduce time.

• PROGRAM: There are a total of 6 programmable timer settings. The default factory program settings are given below.

• To change the length of a program select the program you want to change by scrolling using the PROGRAM button.

• Adjust the program time by using the UP and DOWN buttons. Press START/STOP to commence the count-down. The new program time will be automatically stored.

• If the unit is left without power for more than 24hrs the timer settings will revert to the factory defaults.

Cleaning, Care & Maintenance

If grease is permitted to accumulate, it will begin to carbonise into a hard substance that is extremely difficult to remove. To prevent this, follow the cleaning steps below:

• Always turn OFF the appliance and disconnect from the power supply before cleaning.
• Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning, but for best results clean the plates when they are still slightly warm.
• Use warm, soapy water and a damp cloth to clean the exterior of the appliance.
• Take care when using scrapers to remove cooking residues as they can damage the cooking surface.
• Dry thoroughly after cleaning.

Scraping

• After each use, scrape the appliance with a scraper/grill stone/copper brush or flexible spatula to remove excess fat and food. A waste tray is provided for the scrapings if necessary.
• If there is an accumulation of burned fat or food, the cooking surface should be thoroughly scoured and re-seasoned.

Note: It is vital that the cooking surface is re-seasoned after scouring.

_ Warning: _Do not use steel wool as it may leave shards that could Contaminate food.

Waste tray

• This appliance features a waste tray to collect any liquid or fats that run off during cooking
• At least once a day, remove and empty the waste tray before washing with warm, soapy water.
• Do not allow the tray to overfill, or excess grease will run out of the overflow hole at the front of the tray.

Warning: Do not remove the tray during or immediately after use as the contents will be hot.

Troubleshooting

A qualified technician must carry out repairs if required.

in correctly and switched on
Plug or lead is damaged| Replace plug or lead
Fuse in the plug has blown| Replace the plug fuse
Mains power supply fault| Check mains power supply
Appliance does not reach set temperature| Faulty thermostat| Replace the thermostat
Faulty element| Replace the element
Appliance heats up but indicator light does not come on| The indicator light has expired| Replace the indicator light
Power indicator light comes on but appliance does not heat up| Faulty element| Replace the element
Faulty thermostat| Replace the thermostat
Thermostat set incorrectly| Check thermostat
Appliance slow to heat up| Cooking surface not cleaned| Clean cooking surface as instructed
Faulty element| Replace the element
No power| Thermal cut-out switch is activated| Press reset switch on rear of unit

Technical Specifications

Model

| ****

Voltage

| ****

Power

| ****

Current

| Plate Type| Dimensions H x W x D mm| ****

Weight

---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Top| Bottom
FC380| ****

230V, 50Hz

| 2200W| 10.4A| Rib| Rib| 210 x 435 x 470| 30kg
FC381| 2200W| 10.4A| Flat| Flat| 210 x 435 x 470| 29kg
FC382| 2200W| 10.4A| Rib| Flat| 210 x 435 x 470| 30kg
FC383| 2900W| 12.6A| Rib/Rib| Rib/Rib| 210 x 540 x 320| 29kg
FC384| 2900W| 12.6A| Flat/Flat| Flat/Flat| 210 x 540 x 320| 31kg
FC385| 2900W| 12.6A| Rib/Rib| Flat/Flat| 210 x 540 x 320| 30kg
FC386| 2900W| 12.6A| Flat/Rib| Flat/Rib| 210 x 540 x 320| 35kg

Electrical Wiring

This appliance is supplied with a 3 pin BS1363 plug and lead. The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket. This appliance is wired as follows:

• Live wire (coloured brown) to terminal marked L
• Neutral wire (coloured blue) to terminal marked N
• Earth wire (coloured green/yellow) to terminal marked E

This appliance must be earthed.
If in doubt consult a qualified electrician.

Electrical isolation points must be kept clear of any obstructions. In the event of any emergency disconnection being required they must be readily accessible.

Compliance

The WEEE logo on this product or its documentation indicates that the product must not be disposed of as household waste. To help prevent possible harm to human health and/or the environment, the product must be disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For further information on how to dispose of this product correctly, contact the product supplier, or the local authority responsible for waste disposal in your area.
BUFFALO parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with regulatory standards and specifications set by international, independent, and federal authorities.
BUFFALO products have been approved to carry the following symbol:

All rights reserved. No part of these instructions may be produced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of BUFFALO. Every effort is made to ensure all details are correct at the time of going to press, however, BUFFALO reserve the right to change specifications without notice.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Territory Legislation, Directive(s) and Standard(s).

• Date: 7th June 2022
• Signature
• Position
  • Technical & Quality Manager
  • Commercial Manager/ Importer
• Producer Address
  • Fourth Way, Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 8TB United Kingdom
  • Unit 9003, Blarney Business Park, Blarney, Co. Cork Ireland

Contact

• UK: +44 (0)845 146 2887
• http://www.buffalo-appliances.com/

References

• Buffalo Home Page

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