ECG KG 2033 Duo Grill & Waffle Instruction Manual
- June 7, 2024
- ECG
Table of Contents
ECG KG 2033 Duo Grill & Waffle
DESCRIPTION
- Handle
- Decorative panels
- Top part
- Top plate positioning mechanism
- Horizontal position opening button
- Double-sided baking plates
- Bottom plate release button
- Bottom part
- Top plate temperature setting
- Top plate readiness indicator
- Bottom plate temperature setting
- Bottom plate readiness indicator
- Main switch (with indicator)
- Top plate release button
- Interchangeable waffle plates
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read carefully and save for future use!
Warning: The safety measures and instructions, contained in this manual,
do not include all conditions and situations possible. The user must
understand that common sense, caution and care are factors that cannot be
integrated into any product. Therefore, these factors shall be ensured by the
user/s using and operating this appliance. We are not liable for damages
caused during shipping, by incorrect use, voltage fluctuation or the
modification or adjustment of any part of the appliance. To protect against a
risk of fire or electric shock, basic precautions shall
be taken while using electrical appliances, including the following:
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Make sure the voltage in your outlet corresponds to the voltage provided on the appliance label and that the socket is properly grounded. The outlet must be installed in accordance with applicable electrical codes according to EN.
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If the power cord or its plug are damaged, do not use the appliance. Entrust all repairs, including the power cord replacement, to professional service! Do not remove protective covers of the appliance, risk of electric shock!
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Protect the appliance from direct contact with water or other liquids to prevent possible electric shock. Never use this appliance close to a bathtub, shower, sink or other containers with
water. Neither the appliance nor its parts should be cleaned in dishwasher! -
DO NOT USE the appliance near water or flammable liquids.
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DO NOT use the appliance on or near hot surfaces (cookers, stoves, etc.).
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Do not use the appliance outdoors or in a damp environment and do not touch the power cord or the appliance with wet hands. Risk of electric shock.
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Make sure that the appliance is placed on a stable, safe, heat resistant surface to prevent its overturning or penetration of water inside.
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Do not use the appliance close to flammable materials or underneath them, e.g. close to curtains. Ensure an adequate air circulation, leave about 10–15 cm of free space around the appliance.
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We do not recommend using extension cords. They could overheat and cause fire. However, if it is necessary to use an extension cord, it should have a current carrying capacity equal to or greater than that of the appliance’s power cord. Place the extension cable so as to prevent tripping over it and to prevent an accidental unplugging of the cable.
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To avoid overloading and blowing the fuses, make sure that no other high-power appliance is connected to the same socket or socket in the same circuit.
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Do not allow the power cord to touch hot surfaces or run the cord over sharp edges.
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Do not touch the hot surfaces of the appliance. Never move the appliance while it is plugged into the outlet. Allow the appliance to cool down thoroughly before handling or replacing the grilling plates.
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Disconnect the cord from the electrical outlet prior to any maintenance. When disconnecting the power cable, pull the plug, not the cable.
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Do not leave the plugged in appliance running or switched on unattended.
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Take extreme care when handling the appliance if there is hot oil, grease or other hot liquid on the grilling plates or drip tray.
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The appliance is intended for domestic, non-commercial use only. Do not use outdoors or for other purposes.
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Use the appliance according to instructions provided in this manual. Do not use accessories, which were not recommended by the appliance manufacturer. The manufacturer is not liable for damages caused by improper use.
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The appliance may be used only with the properly installed plates.
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Do not line the drip tray with aluminium foil or other materials.
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The appliance is not intended to be used with an external timer or independent remote control system.
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A close supervision is necessary when the hot plate is used by children. Never leave a switched on appliance unattended.
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This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and older and people with lower physical or mental abilities or lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised or have been instructed to use the product in a safe manner and understand the potential dangers. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance performed by the user should not be done by children unless they are older than 8 years and under supervision. Children under 8 years old must keep away from the appliance and its power supply. Do not immerse in water!
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before first use
- Clean the appliance using dry cotton cloth prior to first use. Wash plates and drip tray thoroughly. We do not recommend washing in the dishwasher! The salts are very aggressive and can cause damage in the long term. Do not use abrasive powders or abrasive cleaners.
- Carefully dry the plates before reinstalling them into the appliance. Make sure that the plates in the appliance are properly secured.
- Do not forget to return the drip tray in its place.
- Unwind the power cable fully.
Note: The first time you use a new appliance, there may be some odor coming from the plates. This is normal and it disappears gradually during use. For this reason we recommend that you „burn“ the grill for at least 30 minutes without foods before first use.
Food preparation
Warning:
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After each use, switch off the grill not only using the thermostat controls, but always unplug the power cord from the outlet.
Do not use the appliance to cook or defrost frozen food. All foods must be completely defrosted before processing by this appliance. -
The plates and the metal surfaces of the appliance become very hot during operation. To prevent burns, use heat-resistant gloves and touch only the handle and parts designed for this purpose.
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Do not use metal utensils, which could scratch and damage the non-stick surface of the plates.
Notes:
- You can use the grill in 3 positions. 1) Baking2) Grilling 3) BBQ.
- It takes about 2 to 3 minutes to reach working temperature, for times of cooking see the table at the beginning of the manual.
- These guidelines are only for orientation, the time of cooking depends on the type and thickness of the foods.
- The foods should be thoroughly cooked before eating. If you are not sure, you should extend the cooking time a bit.
CONTACT GRILL PREPARATION
- Select the plates (grid or waffle plates) you want to use and make sure they are securely attached.
- Close the contact grill and plug it in, press the main switch (M). The red light comes on, which means that the appliance has been switched on. Use the appropriate temperature setting knob to set the desired upper and lower grilling surface temperature: “MIN” is the minimum level for light roasting, while “MAX” is the highest level for thorough roasting. First try the setting in the middle. As soon as the indicators light up, the appliance plates are preheated to the desired temperature and you can start grilling. Later, you can set the temperature lower or higher according to your preferences. Different dishes are also cooked at different time lengths.
- This product offers separate temperature settings for the top and bottom plates. To use the product as a contact grill, it is necessary to set the temperature of the top and bottom plate to the same value. If you want to use the product as an open grill, you can only switch on one of the baking plates.
- Preheating takes approx. 3-5 minutes.
Note: If the power indicator does not light up, check if the main switch is turned on.
COOKING MEALS
To use as a contact grill
- Set the temperature of both baking plates to the desired setting. Try to set maximum temperature first. Later, you can set the temperature lower or higher according to your preferences.
- Prepare burgers, boneless pieces of meat or thin pieces of meat or other food according to the recipe and place them on the bottom grilling plate.
- Close the top grilling plate with the adjustable hinge, which is designed to press evenly on the food. The top plate must be fully lowered for even grilling.
- After grilling, use the handle to open the lid. Take out the food with a plastic spatula. Never use metal tongs or a knife, as they can damage the non-stick surface of the grilling plates.
- The contact grill is ideal for preparing burgers, boneless pieces of meat and thin pieces of meat and vegetables.
- Also use the product as a contact grill if you want to cook something in a short time or if you are looking for a healthy way of grilling. When cooking on the contact grill, the food is baked quickly because you grill both sides of the food at the same time. The grids on the grill plates in combination with the drain in the corner of each plate allow grease to drip from the meat and drain from the plates.
Using the grill tilt
If you want to achieve a more efficient dripping off of grease during
grilling, you can fold out the support on the underside of the grill.
For use as a sandwich maker
- Set the temperature of both baking plates to the desired setting. Try the “MAX” setting first. Later, you can set the temperature lower or higher according to your preferences.
- Prepare the sandwiches and place them on the bottom baking sheet. Always place the sandwiches towards the back on the bottom plate.
- Close the top grilling plate with the floating hinge, which is designed to press evenly on the food. The top plate must be completely even for the sandwiches to bake thoroughly.
- Bake the sandwiches for 3 to 6 minutes, or until golden brown. Adjust the cooking time to your own taste preferences.
- When you have finished baking the sandwich, use the handle to open the lid. Take the sandwich out using a plastic spatula. Never use metal tongs or a knife, as they can damage the non-stick surface of the grilling plates.
- Use the sandwich maker mode to prepare sandwiches, bread or quesadillas.
- This product has been designed with a unique handle and hinge, which allow you to adjust the width of the grill to the thickness of the food. You can easily grill anything, from thinly sliced potatoes to tall sirloin steak, with consistently good results.
- When grilling more than one food in the contact grill, it is important that the thickness of the ingredients is even. Otherwise, the plates will not fit well together.
To use as an open grill
- Place the contact grill on a clean, flat surface on which you plan to cook. The contact grill can be used in an open, horizontal position.
- The top plate / cover will be completely aligned with the bottom plate / base. The top and bottom plates are placed side by side to create one large grill surface. To open the contact grill to this position, press the hinge release lever on the right side.
- Handling the button for opening the grill into horizontal position: Place your left hand on the handle and press with the right hand the button for opening the grill into horizontal position (E). Push the handle back until the top cover is horizontal on the surface. To close the grill without using the release button, simply grasp the grill handle and lower the top to the closed position.
- Use the contact grill in the open position to prepare burgers, steaks, poultry (we do not recommend preparing bone-in chicken because it does not cook evenly on the open grill), fish and vegetables.
- Cooking on an open grill is the most universal way to use a contact grill. The grilling surface is doubled in the open position.
- You have the option of cooking different types of food separately, without mixing their flavors, or cooking large amounts of the same type of food. The open position also allows you to grill different pieces of meat with different thicknesses, which allows you to bake each piece exactly according to the desired degree of roasting.
To use as a waffle iron
- Pick and properly attach the waffle plates.
- Close the appliance and plug it in, press the main switch (13). The red light turns on; set the temperature of the upper and lower baking surface to the required temperature. The recommended temperature on the front panel of the device is marked by hatching and the waffle symbol. When preparing waffles, always set the top and bottom baking surfaces to the same temperature. As soon as the indicators light up, the appliance plates are preheated.
- Open the lid of the baking surface and lightly grease it with butter or a little oil. Pour the dough on the bottom surface so that it completely covers the mold, but at the same time does not overflow.
- Close the lid for 4 – 7 minutes – adjust the baking time to your own taste preferences (you can try to open the top plate and if the lid cannot be opened easily, the waffles are not yet enough baked through and the baking time needs to be extended).
- When the food is ready, open the lid using the handle. To remove the food, use a plastic spatula. Never use metal tongs or knife, you could damage the non-stick surface of the grilling plates.
Procedure to remove the grilling plates
- Before removing the grilling plates, always unplug the contact grill and let it cool.
- Open the contact grill to the horizontal (open) position.
- Press firmly the grilling plate lock release button. The plate is then easily released from the base. Grasp the board with both hands, slide it out from under the metal brackets, and lift it. Pull out the second grilling plate in the same way.
Storing in vertical position
By moving the lifting lever, you can lock the grill in a vertical position for
storage.
Lifting the grilling plates
By lifting the lifting lever to the horizontal position, you can create a gap
between the upper and lower grilling plates for preparing dishes where direct
contact with the upper grilling surface is undesirable, and you only want to
use heat from above.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
- Disconnect the appliance before cleaning from the power supply and wait until the appliance and the plates cool down entirely.
- Clean the external surfaces with only moistened cloth to prevent water, oil or grease from getting into the appliance.
- Remove and empty the drip tray after each use. Then wash it with hot water and detergent solution, rinse thoroughly and dry it thoroughly before putting it back in the appliance.
- When cleaning the plates, you can leave them in the appliance and wipe them with a damp cloth or tea towel. Or you can remove them and wash them under running water. Then dry them thoroughly.
- If baked food remains on the plates, you can apply a damp paper towel or damp cloth to the cooled plates and let the baked in food soak for a time.
- Do not clean the inside and outer surfaces using abrasive powders, abrasive cleaners or aggressive chemicals. You would damage the exterior finish of the appliance.
- Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids!
- Appliance storage: Make sure that the grill, including the grill plates, is perfectly clean, dry, the drip tray is clean and dry, properly inserted in the appliance and secured, and that the grill plates are locked together. Store the appliance in a dry and clean place.
TECHNICAL DATA
Adjustable temperature range: from 140 °C to 230 °C
Plates sizes: 29 × 23 cm
Nominal voltage: 220-240 V, 50-60 Hz
Nominal input power: 2,000 W
USE AND DISPOSAL OF WASTE
Wrapping paper and corrugated paperboard – deliver to scrapyard. Packing foil,
PE bags, plastic elements – throw into plastic recycling containers. Incorrect
or inappropriate handling of the device, failure to observe the safety
precautions that apply to the appliance, use of force, alteration or repair by
a party other than an authorized service center. Components subject to normal
wear and tear are not covered under the warranty.
DISPOSAL OF PRODUCTS AT THE END OF LIFETIME
Disposal of electric and electronic equipment (valid in EU member countries
and other European countries with an implemented recycling system)
The represented symbol on the product or package means the product shall not
be treated as domestic waste. Hand over the product to the specified location
for recycling electric and electronic equipment. Prevent negative impacts on
human health and the environment by properly recycling your product. Recycling
contributes to preserving natural resources. For more information on the
recycling of this product, refer to your local authority, domestic waste
processing organization or store, where you purchased the product. This
product complies with EU directives on electromagnetic compatibility and
electrical safety. The operating manual is available on internet at www.ecg-
electro.eu. Changes of text and technical
parameters reserved.