George Foreman GRS040 Electric Grill and Panini User Manual

George Foreman GRS040 Electric Grill and Panini

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PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.

When using electrical appliances, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, including the following:

• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against electrical shock do not immerse the cord, plugs, or appliances in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact the consumer service number listed in this manual.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
• To disconnect, remove the plug from the wall outlet.
• Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.
• The appliance is only to be operated in the closed position.
• 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 a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or a separate remote-control system.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This product is for household use only.

• POLARIZED PLUG
  This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

• TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
  Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized service personnel.

• ELECTRICAL CORD

  • A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
  • Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
  • If an extension cord is used:
  • The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
  • If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord; and
  • The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

Note: If the power cord is damaged, please contact the warranty department listed in these instructions.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR GRILL

1. Power light (red)
2. Thermostat light (green)
3. Grill plates
4. Drip tray (Part # GRS040-01)
5. Cord storage hooks (underneath)
6. Dual grill position stand

Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/removable parts

The product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

HOW TO USE

This product is for household use only.

GETTING STARTED

• Remove all packing material, any stickers, and plastic bands around the power plug.
• Remove and save literature.
• Please go to www.prodprotect.com/georgeforeman to register your warranty.

USING DUAL GRILL POSITION STAND

• For the cooking of foods like burgers or chicken at a tilted angle: flip the Dual Grill Position Stand out away from the grill. (A)
• For the cooking of foods like paninis or hot dogs on a horizontal level: flip the stand to store underneath the grill.

GRILLING

1. Place your grill on a stable, level, heat-resistant surface, away from cupboards, curtains, etc.

2. Slide the drip tray all the way in, between the two runners underneath the front of your grill. The drip tray will collect any fat or juices that run off the plates during cooking.

3. Close the lid and plug the cord into the outlet. The power light (red) will come on. The grill plates will now start heating up.

   • When the thermostat light (green) comes on, your grill is at the correct cooking temperature.
   • The light will cycle on and off as the thermostat operates to maintain the temperature.

4. Open your grill and carefully lay the food on the bottom grill plate. Use a spatula or tongs.

5. Close the grill.

   • Check that the food is cooked. If you’re in any doubt, cook it a bit more.
   • Always use an oven mitt when opening or closing the grill.
   • The grill hinge is articulated to accommodate thick or oddly shaped foods.
   • The grill plates should be roughly parallel to avoid uneven cooking.

6. When you have finished cooking, unplug your grill.
   Note: Aerosol cooking spray should not be used on nonstick surfaces. Chemicals that allow spray to come out of a can build up on the surface of grill plates and reduce their efficiency.
   Note: Do not overload the grill.
   Note: Always use heatproof plastic, nylon, or wood utensils to avoid scratching the nonstick surface of grill plates. Never use metal skewers, tongs, forks, or knives.

   • Allow the drip tray to cool before removing it from under the grill. Wash and dry the drip tray after each use. It can also be washed in the upper rack of the dishwasher.

SUGGESTED COOKING CHART

The cooking times and temperatures in the below chart are meant to be used as a guideline only. Cooking time will depend upon the food thickness and cut being used. Use a meat thermometer to test for doneness by inserting the thermometer into the thickest portion of the meat. For reasons of personal preference, you may choose to cook food to a higher temperature.

FOOD/GRILL POSITION| SETTING/ COOK TIME| MINIMUM FOOD TEMP| TIPS/COMMENTS
---|---|---|---
Vegetables

Level grill position

| 3–5 min.| To desired doneness| Brush or toss with a little oil before grilling to keep veggies from drying out.
Burgers

(4 oz. ½ inch thick) 2 burgers fit

Tilted grill position

| 6–8 min.| Beef 160°F Poultry 165°F| Ground beef with an 80% lean/20% fat is best for a juicy burger.
Boneless, skinless Chicken Breast (6 oz.)

½-inch thick

2 fit on the grill Tilted grill position

| 13–16 min.| 165°F| Cut or pound chicken to an even thickness for more even grilling.
Bratwurst

3 fit on the grill Level grill position

| 15-18 min.| 160°F| Rotate for even cooking.
Salmon Steaks or Fillets (6 oz.)

2 fit on the grill

Level grill position

| 7–9 min.| 145°F| Salmon will be opaque in color and easily flake when done.
Lean, boneless steak| 2–4 min.| Medium rare| Based on ¾-inch
(NY Strip, Sirloin,|  | (130–140°F)| thickness. For a juicier
Tenderloin, up to 1| 3–5 min.| Medium| steak, let rest 2–3 min.
lb.)

Tilted grill position

| 5–7 min.| (140–150°F)

Medium well

(155–160°F)

| before serving.
Bacon

3 half slices fit the Tilted grill position

| 4–7 min.| To desired crispness| Cooking times may vary depending on the bacon slice thickness.
Pork Sausage Patties:

4 fit on the grill

Tilted grill position

| 4–6 min.| 160°F|

CARE AND CLEANING

Caution: To avoid accidental burns, allow your grill to cool completely before cleaning.

This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.

1. Empty the drip tray and clean with warm water and dish soap or wash in the upper rack of the dishwasher. Wipe dry.
2. Wipe the outside of the unit with a warm, wet sponge. Dry with a soft, dry cloth.
3. Clean grill plates using warm water and dish soap.
4. DO NOT use steel wool, scouring pads, or abrasive cleaners on any part of the grill.
5. DO NOT immerse in water or any other liquid.
6. Make sure to hold the lid open while cleaning to prevent accidental closing and injury.
7. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning must be performed by a qualified service personnel.

RECIPES

SAUSAGE CALZONES

• Prep Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 22 minutes
• Serving Size: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tube refrigerated pizza dough, 13.8 oz.
• ½ cup pizza sauce
• ½ cup pre-cooked sausage crumbles
• ½ cup shredded pizza cheese

Directions

• Roll out packaged pizza dough and cut into quarters
• On a lightly floured surface, roll out each quarter into about a 10″ rectangle and about 1/8″ thick.
• Spoon pizza sauce over one-half of each rectangle. Add the sausage and shredded cheese.
• Fold each remaining half of the dough over the toppings and press the edges together to form a tight seal.
• Preheat the George Foreman® grill. When the green light turns on, the grill is preheated.
• Place two calzones on the grill and set a timer for 3 ½ minutes. When time is up, check the calzones and continue grilling if needed. Repeat with the remaining calzones.

BUFFALO TURKEY BURGERS

• Prep Time: 10 Min
• Total Time: 15 Min
• Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground turkey
• ¼ cup bread crumbs
• 3-4 green onions, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup buffalo wing sauce
• 2 Tbsp. crumbled blue cheese
• 4 hamburger buns

Directions

1. Install the drip tray until it is seated into the securing springs under the grill front.
2. Plug in the George Foreman® grill and allow it to preheat. When the green light turns on, the grill is preheated.
3. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, bread crumbs, onions, buffalo wing sauce, and crumbled blue cheese; mix well.
4. Shape turkey mixture into 4 patties about 3 ½-inches in diameter.
5. Grill burgers for 4-6 min or until internal temperature reaches a minimum of 170°F.
6. Serve on hamburger buns.

Tip: For slider-size burgers, shape the turkey mixture into 8 (2 oz.) balls. Flatten slightly and grill 4-5 minutes or until 170°F. Serve on small sandwich buns.

WARRANTY

WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER  SERVICE INFORMATION

For support or any questions regarding your appliance, call the appropriate 800 number listed within this section. Please DO NOT return the product to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail the product back to the manufacturer, nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult our Product Protection Center at www.prodprotect.com/georgeforeman.

Three-Year Limited Warranty

(Applies only in the United States and Canada)

What does my warranty cover?

• Your warranty covers any defect in material or workmanship provided; however, the liability of Spectrum Brands Inc. will not exceed the purchase price of the product.

How long is the warranty period?

• Your warranty extends three years from the date of the original purchase with proof of purchase.

What support does my warranty provide?

• Your warranty provides you with a reasonably similar replacement product that is either new or factory refurbished.

How do you get support?

• Save your receipt as proof of date of sale.
• Visit the online service website at www.prodprotect.com/georgeforeman, or call toll-free 1-800-947-3745, for general warranty service.
• If you need parts or accessories, please call 1-800-738-0245.

How does state law affect my warranty?

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

What does my warranty not cover?

• Damage from commercial use
• Damage from misuse, abuse, or neglect
• Products that have been modified in any way
• Products used or serviced outside the country of purchase
• Glass parts and other accessory items that are packed with the unit
• Shipping and handling costs associated with the replacement of the unit
• Consequential or incidental damages (Please note, however, that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.)

Are there additional warranty exclusions?

• This warranty shall not be valid where it is contrary to U.S. and other applicable laws, or where the warranty would be prohibited under any economic sanctions, export control laws, embargos, or other restrictive trade measures enforced by the United States or other applicable jurisdictions. This includes, without limitation, any warranty claims implicating parties from, or otherwise located in, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the disputed Crimea region.

1. USA/Canada 1-800-947-3745
2. Accessories/Parts 1-800-738-0245
3. Register your product at www.prodprotect.com/georgeforeman

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the brand and model of the described electric grill and panini maker?

The brand is George Foreman, and the model is GRS040B.

What are the product dimensions of the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The product dimensions are 10.49 D x 3.1 W x 7.53 H inches.

What is the wattage of the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The wattage is 760 watts.

What is the item weight of the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The item weight is 1.64 kilograms (3.61 pounds).

What are the included components with the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The included components are the electric grill.

What is the voltage requirement for the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The voltage is 120 volts.

What is the special feature of the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The special feature is the Non-Stick Coating.

What is the color of the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The color is Black.

What material is used for the cooking surface of the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The material is Ceramic.

How many servings can the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini accommodate?

It can fit two servings of grilled favorites.

What type of design feature does the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini have for space-saving?

It has a new space-saving design with a low profile and vertical storage capabilities.

What is the special coating on the grill surface of the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The grill features an Advanced George Tough Nonstick Coating that is 3x more durable and easy to clean.

Is the grilling angle adjustable on the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

Yes, the grilling angle is adjustable. It can be set at an angle to remove excess fat during grilling or put flat for panini and toasting tasks.

What is the exclusive feature related to fat removal on the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini?

The grill has an Exclusive Fat-Removing Slope on the grilling surface to help remove excess fat for healthy grilling.

How is the George Foreman GRS040B Electric Grill and Panini suitable for small spaces?

It has a space-saving design, making it suitable for small spaces on countertops or in cupboards.

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