eta 6155 Electric Contact Grill Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- ETA
Table of Contents
eta 6155 Electric Contact Grill
SAFETY WARNINGS
- Before the first use, read all the instructions for use carefully, look at the picture and keep the instructions for later use. 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 correspond with the voltage in your socket.
- The power cord plug has to be connected to a properly connected and grounded socket according to the Czech national standard.
- Do not insert to or take the plug out of a socket with wet hands and do not pull the power cord!
- The product is intended for home use and similar (in shops, offices and similar workplaces, in hotels, motels and other residential environments, in facilities providing accommodation with breakfast). It is not intended for commercial use!
- Never use the appliance if the power cord or power plug are damaged, if it is not functioning correctly 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 can be used by children aged from 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. 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.
- Pay careful attention when handling the grill to avoid injury, (e.g. burns, scalding). When handling the appliance use the handles.
- If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, the cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, their service technician or by a similarly qualified person, this will prevent the creation of a dangerous situation.
- Before replacing accessories or accessible parts, which move during operation, 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!
- Always unplug the appliance from power supply if you leave it unattended and before assembly, disassembly or cleaning.
- Never use the grill outdoors! Never use the grill for heating a room!
- Do not put any objects on the contact grill.
- 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 immerse the panel (or its part) in water and do not clean it in running water!
- Never leave the appliance in operation when unsupervised and check it during the whole time of preparing meals!
- Do not use the grill for other purposes (e.g. for drying textile products, footwear, etc.) than those recommended by the producer.
- Do not place the grill on unstable, fragile and flammable surfaces (e.g. paper, glass, paper and plastic, varnished wooden plates and various fabrics/cloths).
- Use the grill in the work position only at places where the risk of tilting over is prevented and which is far enough from flammable objects (e.g. curtains, drapes, wood, etc.), heat sources (e.g. heater, electric/gas stove, etc.) and from wet surfaces (sinks, wash basins, etc.).
- It is not allowed to modify the surface of the appliance in any way (e.g. using a self-adhesive wallpaper, foils, etc.)!
- Before grilling, remove possible packages from food (e.g. paper, a PE bag, etc.).
- Use quality oil or fat recommended by the producer for grilling.
- When grilling fatty meat or sausages, be careful about splashing fat.
- While grilling there is a risk of self-ignition of the prepared food. In the case of sudden ignition, disconnect the appliance from power supply and extinguish the fire.
- After finishing work, always switch off the appliance and disconnect it from power supply by taking the power cord connector out of the electric socket.
- Do not carry the appliance when it is hot; there is a risk of getting burned in the case of possible tilting.
- 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!
- The appliance is portable and it is equipped with a movable connector with a plug which ensures double-pole disconnection from power supply.
- With regards to fire safety, the grill complies with EN 60 335-2-6. Within the intention of the standard, this appliance can be operated on a table or on a similar surface while safe distance must be maintained from flammable materials of at least 200 mm in the direction of the main heat radiation, i.e. above the plate, and at least 100 mm in the other directions.
- If you need to use an extension cord, it has to be uncorrupted and it has to comply with the valid standards.
- Check the condition of the power cord of the appliance regularly.
- Use the appliance only with original accessories from the producer. Using another appliance can represent a risk for the operator.
- Never use the appliance for any other purpose than that described in these instructions for use!
- The manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused by improper use of the appliance and the accessories (e.g. food deterioration, injury, burning, scalding, fire) and its guarantee for the appliance does not apply in situations when the safety warnings above are not complied with.
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
A – grill
- A1 – control panel
- A2 – hinged lid
- A3 – lid lock button
- A4 – handle
- A5 – grill plates
- A6 – tilting supports
- A7 – power cord
B – drip container
Control panel
- Button used for switching the appliance on and off.
- Button with the „ „ = timer is used for activating the countdown function.
- Button SEAR (Max. temperature) = it serves for setting the maximum temperature to 260 °C for 90 seconds.
- Buttons (- +) = serve for setting (reduction -) and (increase +) of temperature in the range of (155 – 230 °C, in steps of 15 °C) or time in the range of (1 – 20 minutes, in steps of 1 minute).
Sound signal function is started:
- when any button is pushed (1 short beep),
- when the grill reaches the set temperature (4 long beeps),
- when the set time elapses (4 long beeps).
In connecting the grill into an electric socket, the symbol of (- – -) comes up on the display. When plates are heated or if they cool down, a number on the display is „flashing“. If the temperature reaches the set value, the number on the display lights „continuously“.
ATTENTION
If unusual signs appear on the display, disconnect the appliance from the electric socket and connect it again.
Timer
The timer function makes it possible to set the preparation time from 1 to 20
minutes. For activating the function, press the „ „ button (number 5 appears
on the display) and set the selected time using buttons – or +. During
preparation there is countdown on the display in steps of 1 minute. After
lapse of the set time (you will hear a sound signal), the food or delicacy
can be taken out.
ATTENTION
- It is recommended to use the timer only for recipes that you have successfully tried before; do not change the recipes.
- The time cannot be used with function SEAR.
- After lapse of the time, the grill is automatically set to the default/initial temperature (the value of 155 °C is shown on the display) and it will be maintaining the temperature until 60 minutes lapse or until you turn it off by button .
SEAR
It serves to quick heating of the grill to the maximum temperature. Press
button SEAR to activate the function (number 260 appears on the display). The
value flashes during heating. As soon as the grill reaches the temperature
(the value lights on the display continuously), it keeps it for 90 seconds,
then it switches to the basic temperature of
155 °C and it maintains the temperature for 60 minutes or you can switch it
off by
button .
Grill opening (Fig. 2)
Hold lid A2 with handle A4 and lift it off to the blocked position (about
50°), then push button A3 to the maximum position and lift it off so that the
grill is opened to the horizontal position (180°). In this state you can
prepare various kinds of food on each separate grill plate (e.g. sausages,
pancakes, fried eggs etc.) You can fold the grill by snapping the lid shut.
Tilting supports (Fig. 3)
The grill is equipped with tilting supports A6 that ensure such angle of the
lower plate that food does not slide from it (e.g. sausages, sandwiches) while
perfect drain of maximum amount of fat into the drip container is ensured. For
tilting the grill plate, tilt both supports on the lower part of the grill.
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.
After the first putting into operation, set the maximum temperature of 260 °C
and let an „open“ grill in operation with a window open for about 10 minutes,
then turn it off and let it cool down. Possible short-time mild smoke is not a
defect and the appliance is not subject to a complaint for this reason. 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 (see par. V. MAINTENANCE). Now
the appliance is ready for use.
ATTENTION
- Do not touch metal parts of the grill or plates during grilling as the parts are HOT! Be especially careful and prevent children from touching the grill! Use only handle A4 for carrying (in the cooled down state).
- We recommend using personal protective aids (e.g. kitchen glove) when handling.
- Do not let an empty grill in the on position longer than 30 minutes.
- When the temperature is changed during grilling, it will last about 5 to 10 minutes before the plate reaches the set temperature (see information on the display).
- 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.
- Never cut the prepared food on the plates!
- The grill is not suitable for grilling food coated with breadcrumbs.
- Sausages tend to crack when grilled. To prevent it, pierce them at several places with a fork or cut them with a knife.
- Pets (e.g. exotic birds) can be sensitive to smells/odours produced during preparation of food. For this reason we recommend preparation of food in another room.
- When using the grill, occasional characteristic sound (cracking) may be heard due to dilatation of materials. This is absolutely normal and the appliance is not subject to a complaint for this reason.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
- Place the grill on a flat and dry surface (e. g. kitchen table) at least 85 cm high out of reach of children. Insert the power cord fork A7 into the electric socket and make sure the power cord is not damaged, it goes under the grill or through any sharp or hot surfaces.
- The electric socket must be easily accessible so that a grill can be easily disconnected from power supply if danger appears. Make sure that drip container B is inserted in the grill (Fig. 4). Set the grill to the required decline or on a flat surface, or you fully open it. Set suitable temperature on control panel A1 according to the processed type of food, or the preparation time. Let the grill heat without inserted food with lid A2 snapped shut. The display and the sound signalling inform about reaching the work temperature. Put food on lower plate A5 (preferably on its centre) and snap the lid shut. The floating hinge automatically adapts height of the upper lid to thickness/strength of food. During grilling, you can push plates „slightly“ to each other using handle A4. Turn off the appliance several minutes before the end of grilling because the plates are hot enough for finishing grilling. Remove food using suitable wooden or plastic turner.
TIPS FOR ACHIEVING THE BEST RESULTS WHEN GRILLING MEAT
- Consider the following tips for preparing food as examples and inspiration, the purpose of which is not to provide instructions, but to show various possibilities of preparing food. The times of food preparation (processing) are only approximate and they are given in minutes. The time of grilling will vary according to the temperature of the grill, the environment and the type of the prepared food. You can adjust the preparation time to your taste; the longer the preparation takes, the crispier the food will be.
- All times of food preparation recommended in professional literature (cookery books) anticipate that food has the refrigerator temperature. Preparation of frozen meat can last much longer.
- Watch the food carefully when grilling and adjust the time of preparation at your wish. Food will be grilled more thoroughly if you turn it more frequently. Before grilling vegetables, fish or lean meat we recommend greasing the plate with vegetable oil or spraying it with special oil against food sticking. If you prepare fatty meat or marinated food, the plate does not have to be treated in this way. Use fresh food only (not frozen).
- Remove tendons and excessive fat from meat and fish bones from fish. Cut food you want to grill to slices about 1 to 1.5 cm thick. If you want to make your meat tenderer, you can salt the food in advance, put spices on it, cover with sauce or oil.
- Before you start grilling marinated meat, remove excessive marinade and humidity from it. Some marinades contain a lot of sugar that could stick to the plates during grilling. Do not pierce meat during grilling and do not dry it excessively by extended preparation. If you prepare various kinds of food one after another (e. g. meat, fish, vegetables, fruit), we recommend cleaning food residues from the plates using a wooden turner, a spatula or a paper towel. Do not clean hot plate with water!
- You can make use of the following table to help you determine the approximate time of grilling.
Food| Temperature
(°C)
| Preparation
time
(min.)
| Checking the state
---|---|---|---
Chicken breast, slice about 1 cm thick|
170
|
5 – 6
|
meat must not be pink
Neck of pork, slice about 1 cm thick|
SEAR + 170
|
3 – 5
|
meat must not be pink
Beef steak, slice about 1 cm thick| SEAR + 170| 6 – 9| to taste
Sausages/frankfurters (thin, thicker), hamburger, bacon|
155 – 170
|
7 – 10
|
turn frequently, to taste
Sandwiches| 155| 3 – 5| to taste
Vegetables (aubergine, zucchini, sweet potatoes), mushrooms, slice of about 1
cm|
200
|
6 – 8
|
to taste
Seafood (fish fillets/steaks, shrimps)|
190
|
2 – 4
|
to taste
Note: the time necessary for pre-heating the grill is not included in the provided preparation times.
MAINTENANCE
Unplug the appliance from power supply by taking the plug of the power cord
out of the socket! 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. Clean drip container B in hot
water with a detergent and wipe till dry (you can use a dishwasher).
Generally, you should clean the grill whenever it has been used. Before every
other use, dry all parts and surface of the grill thoroughly. 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. Wind power cord A7 onto a
holder at the back of the grill (Fig. 5). Store the grill at a safe and dry
place, out of reach of children and incapacitated people.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Food is undercooked | Too low temperature is set | Information about temperature |
and time can be found on the food label
Preparation time too short
Too much food on the plate| ****
Reduce the amount of food
There is unpleasant smell going out of the grill| There are impurities on the grill (residues of fat, food)| Clean the grill, see par.
V. Maintenance
The grill does not work| Power supply not connected| Check the power cord, the
plug and the electric socket
Temperature is not set| Set suitable temperature
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.
- 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!
TECHNICAL DATA
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Voltage (V): specified on the type label
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Input (W): specified on the type label
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Weight about (kg): 2.9
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The product has received ES declaration of conformity according to Act as amended. The product matches the requirements of the below statutory order as amended:
- Committee Regulation No. 2006/95/ES as amended, setting the technical requirements of the electrical appliance as low.
- Committee Regulation No. 2004/108/ES as amended, setting the technical requirements of products in terms of their electromagnetic compatibility.
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The product is in conformity with the European Parliament and European Committee Regulation No. 1935/2004/ES re. Materials and objects designed for contact with food.
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The manufacturer reserves the right for any insignificant deviations from the standard finished product which do not have any effect on the functioning of the product.
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HOT. DO NOT COVER. DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
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TO AVOID DANGER OF SUFFOCATION, KEEP THIS PLASTIC BAG AWAY FROM BABIES AND CHILDREN. DO NOT
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USE THIS BAG IN CRIBS, BEDS, CARRIAGES OR PLAYPENS.
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THIS BAG IS NOT A TOY.
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PRODUCER: ETA a.s., Zelený pruh 95/97, 147 00 Praha 4-Bráník, Czech Republic.