BELLA 2 BURGER GRILL Instruction Manual

BELLA 2 BURGER GRILL Instruction Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

2.  The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only.

3. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or cooking body in water or any other liquid.

4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.

5.  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 use of the appliances by a person responsible for their safety.

6. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

7.  Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or storing this appliance.

8.  Never yank the cord to disconnect the cooking unit from the outlet. Instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.

9.  Do not operate any appliance if the cord is damaged. Do not use this appliance if the unit malfunctions, if it is dropped or has been damaged in any manner. In order to avoid the risk of an electric shock, never try to repair the 2 Burger Grill yourself. Bring it to a qualified technician for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.

10. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock or injury.

11. Do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes.

12. Do not let the electrical cord hang over the edge of the table or counter top, or
    touch hot surfaces.

13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

14. Use on a heat-resistant, flat level surface only.

15. Use extreme caution when moving any appliance containing hot food, water,oil  or other liquids.

16. To disconnect, remove plug from outlet.

17. WARNING! ALWAYS UNPLUG UNIT WHEN COOKING IS FINISHED. Otherwise, the 2 Burger Grill will continue to heat until unit is unplugged.

18. CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fire or other damage to persons or property.

19. When using this appliance, provide adequate ventilation above and on all sides for air circulation. Do not allow this appliance to touch curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dish towels or other flammable materials during use.

20.  Do not use for other than intended use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other damage to persons or property.

CAUTION: This appliance is hot during operation and retains heat for some time after unplugging. Always use oven mitts when handling hot materials and allow metal parts to cool before cleaning. Do not place anything on top of the appliance while it is operating or while it is hot.

1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this instruction manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.
2.  If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
3. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
4. The appliance is only to be operated in the closed position.

Notes on the Plug

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in 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 modify the plug in any way.

Notes on the Cord

1. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2.  Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
3. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
   • The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension cord should be at
     least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
     2. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a
     grounding-type3-wire cord;
     3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it does not drape over
     the countertop or table top where it can be pulled on by children or
     tripped over unintentionally.

Plasticizer Warning

CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating to the finish of the counter top or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or place mats between the appliance and the finish of the counter top or table top. Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken; permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.

Electric Power

If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other appliances.

Getting to Know Your 2 Burger Grill

Product may vary slightly from illustrations

Before Using for the First Time

1. Carefully unpack the 2 Burger Grill and remove all packaging and materials.

2. Set the unit on a dry, clean and flat surface.

3. Keep the 2 Burger Grill closed until use.

4. Use the handle to expose both the upper and lower grill plates.

5. Wipe the non-stick grill plates with a damp cloth to remove all dust. Wipe the 2 Burger Grill body with a slightly damp, soft cloth or sponge. Dry all parts before use.
   CAUTION: Take care to prevent water from running into the appliance.
   NEVER IMMERSE BURGER GRILL IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUIDS!

6.  Plug the unit into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The red POWER light will illuminate.

7. Operate the unit in the closed position for 2 to 4 minutes without food. This will burn off residue on the plates.
   NOTE: When the grill plates are heated for the first time, they may emit slight smoke or odor. This is normal and should disappear in a few minutes. This will not affect the safety of the appliance.

8. Condition grill plates. Use a brush or paper towel to lightly coat the grill surfaces with solid vegetable shortening or vegetable oil. Wipe dry and keep  closed until ready to use.

Operating Instructions

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or damage to property, make sure the removable drip tray is fully inserted into the front of the unit.

1. Preheat the 2 Burger Grill. Use the handle to close the Burger Grill. Plug the unit into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The red POWER light will illuminate and remain lighted during use.

2.  After approximately 5 minutes, the red light will illuminate, indicating the preheat temperature unit has been reached and the 2 Burger Grill is ready for use.

3. Oil grill plates before use… or not! Wearing a protective oven mitt, use a heat-proof brush or paper towel dipped in vegetable oil to lightly coat the upper and lower grill plates to encourage even browning. For health-conscious cooks, the non-stick coating of the grill plates assures crisp and delicious toasting without the use of oil or butter.
   IMPORTANT: Do not use non-stick sprays as they can cause build-up on the grill plates. Use vegetable or olive oil instead.

4. Center food on the lower grill plate; then lower the lid. The red light will cycle on and off as the temperature is maintained.

5. Cook foods according to recipe instructions or consult the General Cooking Chart for reference.
   Recipes will vary in cook time and brownness. Note the perfect grill/cooking times for each food for future reference.
   WARNING! ALWAYS UNPLUG UNIT WHEN COOKING IS FINISHED.
   Otherwise, the 2 Burger Grill will continue to heat until unit is unplugged.
   

2 Burger Grill (Closed Position)

1. Use cuts of meat, vegetables, fish, poultry of equal thickness; all food should be thick enough to touch the upper and lower grill plates when the 2 Burger Grill is closed.
2. Floating Hinge Set-Up: Open the lid to 90º. Center food on the lower plate. Grasp the handle to lift the upper grill plate and extend the hinge (See Figure 2). Lower the upper grill plate so that it lies evenly on the top of the food.
3.  Press the upper grill plate down gently over the food to prevent juices from releasing.
   IMPORTANT! Foods cooked in the Burger Grill will take roughly half the cooking time as an open grill, since they are being cooked top and bottom in a confined cooking area.

Grilling Hints for Best Results

• Tougher cuts such as flank steak should be tenderized by marinating for few hours or overnight. Wine or vinegar will help to break down connective tissue before grilling.
•  Drain excess marinade and dry meat well before placing on the grill plate.
•  Avoid using marinades with high sugar levels that will burn on the grill plate when cooked.
• To ensure a tender piece of grilled meat, do not salt meat before cooking.
• Use a heat-resistant fish spatula to remove fish from the hot grill. DO NOT OVERCOOK!
•  To avoid tough and dry meats, never cut or pierce meats while cooking. Use scratch-proof tongs to add or remove meat from grill plates.
•  And most importantly: to ensure moist and delicious results, always allow proteins to rest 10 to 20minutes before cutting.

General Cooking Chart

cheese is melted.
Grilled Cheese, plain| 3 to 5 minutes| Cook until bread is browned and crispy, and cheese is melted.
Grilled Cheese with bacon, ham, turkey, beef, tuna, sausage, vegetables| 5 to 7 minutes| C
Cook until bread is browned and crispy, and cheese is melted.
Guesadillas| 3 to 5 minutes| Cook until tortilla is lightly browned and cheese is melted
Sandwich Wraps| 3 to 5 minutes| Cook until tortilla, pita or pocket is browned and crispy, and cheese is melted

Panini Pre ss (Closed Position)

Your 2 Burger Grill doubles as a Panini Press. Traditionally, Paninis are sandwiches made with a variety of breads, stuffed with meats, cheeses, vegetables…then pressed and grilled until the crust is delightfully crisp. This 2 Burger Grill is calibrated at the optimum temperature for perfect pressed sandwiches

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or damage to property, make sure the removable drip tray is fully inserted into the front of the unit.

1. Lightly oil both grill plates, if desired.
   IMPORTANT: Do not use non-stick sprays as they can cause build-up on the grill plates. Use vegetable or olive oil instead.
   WARNING: Do not use non-fat spreads as they may burn and damage the non- stick grill plates.

2. Preheat the 2 Burger Grill. Plug the unit into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The red POWER light will illuminate and remain lighted during use.

3. Prepare your sandwiches as the appliance heats. Paninis can be prepared ahead of time, sealed with plastic wrap, and refrigerated; then grilled as needed.

4. Wearing oven mitts, carefully open the lid and center 1 or 2 sandwiches on the lower grill plate.
   IMPORTANT: Do not overload the grill plate.

5.  To use the floating hinge, open the lid to 90º. Grasp the handle to lift the upper grill plate and extend the hinge (See Figure 2); then lower the upper grill plate on top of the food. Check to make sure that the upper plate lies evenly on the top of the food and the food is centered on the lower plate. If desired, press the handle down several times while cooking

6. Check pressed sandwiches at 5 minutes or according to recipe time. Using an oven mitt or pot holder, grasp the handle and carefully lift the upper grill plate to check doneness.
   If desired, continue grilling until the food is cooked to your liking.

7. Wearing oven mitts, remove grilled food from the grill plate(s) using a non metallic utensil spatula.
   WARNING: Never use a sharp or metal object as it may damage the non stick surface of the grill plates.

8.  If additional sandwiches are to be cooked, close the 2 Burger Grill to retain heat.

9.  When sandwiches are finished cooking, remove the plug from the wall outlet.
   WARNING! ALWAYS UNPLUG UNIT WHEN COOKING IS FINISHED. Otherwise, the 2 Burger Grill will continue to heat until unit is unplugged.

10.  Allow the 2 Burger Grill to cool completely before removing the drip tray or to clean the unit.

Panini Press: Hints for Best Results

• It is customary to prepare Panini using a hearty loaf of bread. However, Panini made from store-bought sliced breads or rolls can be delicious and simple to prepare. Have fun and experiment with a variety of breads, tortillas, flatbreads, even pitas.
• For health-conscious cooks, the non-stick coating of the grill plates assures crisp and delicious toasting without the use of oil or butter.
• While it is not necessary to butter or oil the outside of the bread, spreading a small amount of butter or olive oil is recommended to encourage even browning of the bread.
• Use nut butters, garlic aioli, hummus, guacamole, olive tapenade, pesto, your favorite mustard, grilled onion jam on your Paninis for added creaminess and flavors.
• Have all ingredients at hand before preparing Panini.
•  When using soft or liquid fillings, use denser, thicker-sliced breads. Remove the insides of soft rolls to create a cup in which filling can be added.
• Most fruits release juice when heated. Drain and pat fresh or canned fruit dry with a clean paper towel.
• Avoid using processed cheeses, as they tend to “run” under high temperatures.
• A teaspoon of sugar sprinkled on the buttered side makes grilled Panini crispier and adds flavor when using sweet fillings.
• Whole grain and sweet breads will grill faster than white breads and should be grilled for less time.
• To avoid food contamination, wearing oven mitts, use a soft, absorbent paper towel to wipe the grill plates clean after each use.

USDA Cooking Guidelines

A meat thermometer should always be used to gauge internal temperature. The thermometer should be inserted into the thickest portion of meat, away from bones or fatty areas.
The United States Department of Agriculture recommends that meat and poultry be cooked to the following internal temperatures to be sure any harmful bacteria has been killed. Ground turkey and chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165° F and ground beef, veal, lamb and pork be cooked to an internal temperature of 160° F. Chicken and turkey should be cooked to an internal temperature of 170°F for white meat and 180° F for dark meat. Goose and duck should be cooked to an internal temperature of 180° F. Fresh beef, veal and lamb, etc. should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 145°F.
Fresh pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 160° F. When re-heating meat and poultry products, they should also be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.

User Maintenance Instructions

This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do  not try to repair it yourself. Contact a qualified appliance repair technician if t product requires servicing.

Care & Cleaning Instructions

CAUTION: Unplug from electrical outlet and allow to cool thoroughly before removing the drip tray or grill plates or cleaning the unit.

1. When the 2 Burger Grill has cooled completely and is safe to handle, slide the removable drip tray out from the front of the unit.

2. Clean drip tray in hot, soapy water.
   NOTE: The removable drip tray is top rack dishwasher safe.

3. Brush non-stick grill plates with a clean, brush or cloth. Remove stubborn stains with a plastic mesh puff or pad. For best results, use only products with directions stating they are safe for cleaning non-stick cooking surfaces. Do not use steel wool or coarse scouring pads.
   CAUTION: Never immerse 2 Burger Grill body in water or other liquids.

4. Replace the clean removable drip tray under the front of the unit. Push to ensure the drip tray is fully inserted.

5. The exterior finish should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft, damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.

Storing Instructions

WARNING: Never store 2 Burger Grill while it is hot or still plugged in.

1. Make sure unit is unplugged and fully cooled.
2. Keep drip tray with unit or store in a convenient place.
3. Never wrap cord tightly around appliance. Do not put any stress on cord  where it enters unit, as this could cause cord to fray and break.

Recipes

Smoked Turkey and Cranberry Panini

• 2 slices Italian country loaf
•  1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp. Cranberry Conserve
• 3 slices smoked turkey breast
• 3 slices Swiss cheese

1. Brush each slice of bread on one side with olive oil. Spread 1 Tbsp. Cranberry Conserve on unoiled side of each slice of bread.
2.  Layer one side of bread with turkey and cheese.
3. Top with other slice unoiled side down.
4. Place panini sandwich on preheated grill and toast until desired crispiness.

Sweet Dolci Chocolate Panini

• 1 tbsp. melted butter
• 2 slices brioche or challah bread
• 3 tbsp. Dolci Nocciola Chocolate Hazelnut Sauce

1. Brush each slice of bread with melted butter. Spread chocolate sauce on one slice of bread, oiled side down.
2. Top with second slice. Place panini sandwich on preheated grill and toast until golden brown and warm.

Limited TWO-YEAR Warranty

SENSIO Inc. hereby warrants that for a period of TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, this product will be free from mechanical defects in material and workmanship, and for 90 days in respect to non-mechanical parts. At its sole discretion, SENSIO Inc. will either repair or replace the product found to be defective, or issue a refund on the product during the warranty period.

The warranty is only valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty validation. Retail stores selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any way revise the terms and conditions of the warranty.

EXCLUSIONS:
The warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from  any of the following: negligent use of the product, use of improper voltage or current, improper routine maintenance, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair, or alteration by anyone other than qualified SENSIO Inc. personnel. Also, the warranty does not cover Acts of God such as fire, floods, hurricanes, or tornadoes.

SENSIO Inc. shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Apart from the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in time to the duration of the warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and therefore, the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. The warranty covers specific legal rights which may vary by state, province and/or jurisdiction.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

You must contact Customer Service at our toll-free number: 1-866-832-4843. A Customer Service Representative will attempt to resolve warranty issues over the phone. If the Customer Service Representative is unable to resolve the problem, you will be provided with a case number and asked to return the product to SENSIO Inc. Attach a tag to the product that includes: your name, address, daytime contact telephone number, case number, and description of the problem. Also, include a copy of the original sales receipt. Carefully package the tagged product with the sales receipt, and send it (with shipping and insurance prepaid) to SENSIO Inc.’s address. SENSIO Inc. shall bear no responsibility or liability for the returned product while in transit to SENSIO Inc.’s Customer Service Center.

References

• Bella Housewares

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