Tefal GC712D OptiGrill+ Intelligent Contact Grill Instructions Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Tefal
Table of Contents
Tefal GC712D OptiGrill+ Intelligent Contact Grill
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
- Use, maintenance, and product installation guidelines: for your own safety, please read through all paragraphs of the instruction manual including the associated pictograms.
- This appliance is intended for indoor, domestic household use only. It is not intended to be used in the following applications, and the guarantee will not apply for:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
- farmhouses;
- by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
- Before first use remove all packaging materials, stickers and accessories from the inside and the outside of the appliance.
- 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 the use of the appliance by an adult responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance, and do not use as a toy. This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above 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.
- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
- Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years old. Never leave the appliance unattended when in use.
- Accessible surface temperatures can be high when the appliance is operating. Never touch the hot surfaces of the appliance.
- This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or a separate remote-control system.
- Fully unwind the power cord before plugging in the appliance.
- If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its after-sales service in order to avoid any danger.
- Do not use an extension lead. If you accept liability for doing so, only use an extension lead that is in good condition, has a plug with an earth connection and is suited to the power rating of the appliance. Take all necessary precautions to prevent anyone tripping over an extension cord.
- Always plug the appliance into an earthed socket.
- Make sure that the electric power supply is compatible with the power rating and voltage indicated on the bottom of the appliance.
- Use a sponge, hot water and washing up liquid to clean the cooking plates. Never immerse the appliance, its power cord or plug in water or any other liquid.
WARNING: Do not heat or pre-heat without the 2 cooking plates inside the grill.
Do
- Read the instructions carefully, common to different versions depending on the accessories supplied with your appliance, and keep them within reach.
- If an accident occurs, rinse the burn immediately with cold water and call a doctor if necessary.
- Before first use, wash the plates (see paragraph 5), pour a little cooking oil onto the plates and wipe with a soft cloth or paper kitchen towel.
- Position the power cord carefully, whether an extension is used or not so that guests can move freely around the table without tripping over it.
- Cooking fumes may be dangerous for animals that have a particularly sensitive respiratory system, such as birds. We advise bird owners to keep them away from the cooking area.
- Always keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
- Check that both faces of the plate are clean before use.
- To prevent damage to the plates, only use them on the appliance for which they were designed (e.g., do not place in an oven, on the gas ring or electric hot plate, etc.).
- Ensure that the plates are stable, well positioned and correctly clipped to the appliance. Only use the plates provided with the appliance or bought from an Approved Service Centre.
- Always use a wooden or plastic spatula to avoid damaging the cooking plates.
- Only use parts or accessories provided with the appliance or bought from an Approved Service Centre. Do not use them for other appliances or intentions.
Do not
- Do not use the appliance outside.
- Never leave the appliance unattended when plugged in or in use.
- To prevent the appliance from overheating, do not place it in a corner or below a wall cupboard.
- Never place the appliance directly on a fragile surface (glass table, tablecloth, varnished furniture, etc.) or on a soft surface such as a tea towel.
- Never place the appliance under a cupboard attached to a wall or a shelf or next to inflammable materials such as blinds, curtains, or wall hangings.
- Never place the appliance on or near hot or slippery surfaces; the power cord must never be close to or in contact with hot parts of the appliance, close to a source of heat or resting on sharp edges.
- Do not place cooking utensils on the cooking surfaces of the appliance.
- Never cut food directly on the plates,
- Do not use metal scouring pads, abrasive wire wool or harsh scouring powder as this may damage the nonstick coating.
- Do not move the appliance when in use.
- Do not carry the appliance by the handle or metallic wires.
- Never run the appliance empty.
- Do not use aluminium foil or other objects between the plate and the food being cooked.
- Do not remove the grease collection tray while cooking. If the grease collection tray becomes full when cooking: let the appliance cool down before emptying.
- Do not place the hot plate on a fragile surface or under water.
- To preserve the non-stick properties of the coating, avoid excessive pre-heating with the appliance empty.
- The plates should never be handled when hot.
- Do not cook food in aluminium foil.
- To avoid spoiling your appliance, do not use flambé recipes in connection with it at any time.
- Do not place a sheet of aluminum or any other object between the plates and the heating element.
- Never heat or cook whilst the grill is open.
- Never heat up the appliance without the cooking plates.
Tips/information
- Thank you for buying this appliance, which is intended for domestic use only.
- For your safety, this appliance complies with the applicable standards and regulations – Low voltage directive – Electromagnetic compatibility – The environment – Materials in contact with food.
- On first use, there may be a slight odour and a little smoke during the first few minutes.
- Our company has an ongoing policy of research and development and may modify these products without prior notice.
- Do not consume foodstuff that comes into contact with the parts marked.
- If the food is too thick, the safety system will stop the appliance from working.
Environment
Environment protection first!
- Your appliance contains valuable materials which can be recovered or recycled.
- Leave it at a local civic waste collection point.
Description
- A Control panel
- A1 On/off button
- A2 Frozen food mode
- A3 Cooking programs
- A4 4 temperature settings in manual mode; see specific manual mode in the quick start guide
- A5 OK button
- A6 Cooking level indicator
- B Body
- C Handle
- D Cooking plates
- E Drip tray
- F Power cord
Colour guide of the cooking level indicator
Guide of cooking programs
Preparing
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Remove all packaging materials, stickers and accessories from the inside and the outside of the appliance.
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The colour sticker on the cooking level indicator can be changed, according to the language. You can replace it with the one on the inside of the packaging.
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Before using for the first time, thoroughly clean the plates with warm water and a little dishwashing liquid, rinse and dry thoroughly.
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Position the removable drip tray at the front of the appliance.
Pre-heating -
For the best results you may wipe the cooking plates using a paper towel dipped in a little cooking oil, to improve the non-stick release.
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Remove any surplus oil using a clean kitchen paper towel.
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Make sure that the upper and lower plates are correctly positioned in the product. Do not activate pre-heating without the plates. Plug your appliance into the mains power supply. (Note that the cord should be completely extended).
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Press the switch.
Caution: Make sure there are no food between the plates
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If the food you wish to cook is frozen, press the corresponding button.
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Select the appropriate cooking mode according to what type of food you wish to cook.
Tip, especially for meat: the cooking results on the preset programs may vary depending on origin, cut and quality of the food being cooked, the programs have been set and tested for good quality food. Similarly, the thickness of the meat must be taken into account during cooking; you should not cook foods with a thickness greater than 4 cm. If you are uncertain about what cooking mode to use, please refer to the cooking guides. -
Press the “OK” button: the appliance starts pre-heating and the cooking level indicator flashes purple.
NB: If you have selected the wrong program, return to stage 8. -
Wait for 4-7 minutes.
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An audible tone is heard and the cooking level indicator stops flashing purple the pre‑heating mode is complete.
Comments: At the end of pre-heating, if the appliance remains closed, the safety system will turn off the appliance.
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After pre-heating, the appliance is ready for use. Open the grill and place the food on the cooking plate.
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Comments: if the appliance remains open for too long, the safety system will turn off the appliance automatically.
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The appliance automatically adjusts the cooking cycle (time and temperature) according to the food thickness and quantity. Close the appliance to start the cooking cycle.
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Note for very thin pieces of food: close the appliance, the button ”OK” will flash and the indicator will stay “fixed purple”, press ”OK” to ensure the appliance recognizes the food and that the cooking cycle starts. The cooking level indicator turns blue and then becomes green to indicate the cooking is in progress (for the best results do not open or move your food during the cooking process).
While cooking is in progress, a beep alerts the user each time a certain level of cooking is attained (e.g. rare/yellow). -
According to the degree of cooking, the indicator light changes color. When the indicator light is yellow with a beep, your food is rare, when the indicator light is orange with a beep, your food is medium and when the indicator light is red, your food is well done.
N.B.: if you like your meat very rare, remove the meat when the cooking level indicator turns green. Please note, especially on meat, it is normal that cooking result vary depending on type, quality and origin of food.
Cooking -
When the color corresponding to your choice of the cooking level appears and that the beep sounds, open the appliance and remove your food.
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Close the appliance. The control panel will light up and set itself to ‘choice of program’ mode.
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Comment: the security system will turn off automatically if no program selection is made.
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If you want to cook food to different personal tastes, open the grill and remove the food.
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When it has reached the desired level and then close the grill and continue cooking the other food.
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The program will continue its cooking cycle until it reaches the ‘well done’ level.
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Keep warm function
Once the well-done cooking is reached, cooking is finished, the appliance automatically activates the keep warm function, the indicator light turns red and the device begins to beep every 20 seconds. If food is left on the grill, it will continue to cook while the cooking plates cool. You may deactivate the beep by pressing the button ” OK “.
Note: the security system will power off the appliance automatically after a certain period of time.
Cleaning and maintenance -
Press the on/off button to turn off the appliance.
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Unplug the appliance from wall outlet.
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Allow to cool for at least 2 hours. To avoid accidental burns, allow grill to cool thoroughly before cleaning.
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Before cleaning, unlock and remove the plates to prevent damage to the cooking surface.
Cleaning -
The appliance and its cord cannot be placed in the dishwasher. The heating elements, visible and accessible parts, should not be cleaned after removing the plates. If they are very dirty, wait until the appliance has completely cooled down and clean them with a dry cloth.
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If you do not wish to wash the cooking plates in the dishwasher, use hot water and a little washing-up liquid to clean, then rinse thoroughly to remove any residue. Wipe them carefully with a paper towel. Do not use metal scouring pads, steel wool or abrasive cleaners to clean any part of the grill, use only nylon or non-metallic cleaning pads.
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Drain the juice drip tray and wash it in mild soapy water, then dry thoroughly with a paper towel.
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To clean the grill cover, wipe with a warm, wet sponge and dry with a soft, dry cloth.
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Do not immerse the body of grill in water or any other liquid.
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Always make sure grill is clean and dry before storing.
Any repairs must be carried out by an approved service representative.
Successive cookings
If you wish to cook larger quantities, set in temperature the appliance again
(see section 2. ” Preheating “, starting from point 9), even if cooking the
same type of food or same program.
Cooking larger quantities of food:
Once your first batch of food has finished cooking:
- Make sure that the appliance is closed and no remnants of food remain inside.
- Select the correct cooking mode or programme (this step is necessary even if the cooking mode is the same as for the foods you have just finished cooking).
- Press the button ” OK ” to begin preheating. While preheating, the light indicating the level of cooking will blink purple.
- Once preheating is complete, the appliance will beep and the indicator light will stop blinking purple.
- The appliance is ready to be used once preheating is complete. Open the grill lid and place the food inside the appliance.
Important:
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Please note that preheating is required for each new cooking of food.
Reminder: before activating preheating, make sure that the appliance is closed and no remnants of food remain inside. -
Then wait for preheating to finish before opening the grill and placing food inside.
Note: if the new pre-heating cycle is activated immediately after the end of the preceding cycle, the pre-heating time will be reduced.
Troubleshooting guide
Cooking Guide (automatic programs)
Tips: if you want your meat to be very rare (blue), you may use
Cooking Guide (including Manual Mode)
For frozen food, press before selecting your program.
FAQs
What is the Tefal GC712D OptiGrill+ Intelligent Contact Grill?
The Tefal GC712D OptiGrill+ is an intelligent contact grill designed to help you achieve perfect grilling results for a variety of foods.
What type of foods can I grill with this appliance?
You can use the OptiGrill+ to grill a wide range of foods, including meat, poultry, fish, vegetables, and even sandwiches.
What makes the OptiGrill+ 'intelligent'?
The 'intelligent' aspect of the grill refers to its automatic cooking programs and sensors that adapt to the thickness of the food and cook it to perfection.
Is it suitable for indoor use?
Yes, the OptiGrill+ is designed for indoor use, providing a convenient way to grill your favorite foods without needing an outdoor grill.
Does it have adjustable temperature settings?
The grill typically offers preset temperature settings for different types of food, ensuring you get the right cooking temperature every time.
Is it easy to clean?
The OptiGrill+ is often designed for easy cleaning, with removable plates and a drip tray that can be placed in the dishwasher.
What are the cooking programs available on the OptiGrill+?
The grill typically includes cooking programs for burgers, poultry, sandwiches, sausages, red meat, and fish, making it versatile for various dishes.
Can I manually adjust the cooking time and temperature?
While it offers preset programs, you can often manually adjust the cooking time and temperature for more customization.
Is it suitable for grilling frozen food?
Yes, the OptiGrill+ is often suitable for grilling frozen food, with specific settings for it.
What is the warranty for the Tefal GC712D OptiGrill+?
The Tefal GC712D OptiGrill+ Intelligent Contact Grill typically comes with a warranty of 2 years from the date of purchase.
Can I use the OptiGrill+ for panini or sandwich making?
Yes, the grill is often suitable for making paninis and sandwiches, providing a versatile grilling experience.
What are the dimensions of the Tefal OptiGrill+?
The dimensions may vary, but it's typically designed to be compact and space- saving for kitchen countertops.
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