SafeCourt Kitchen CG200 Contact Grill

Important Safeguards

1. Read all instructions.
2. Use only on AC 220-240 Volt, for household use only.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle or knobs.
4. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or cooking unit in water or any other liquid.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged or malfunctioning unit. To avoid the risk of electric shock, never try to repair the Grill Toaster yourself. Take it to an authorized service station for examination and repair. Incorrect reassembly could present a risk of electric shock when the Grill Toaster is used.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may result in fire, electrical shock, or risk of injury to persons.
9. Do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes.
10. Do not let power cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or heated oven.
12. Unplug the unit when finished using.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14. Do not operate by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
15. Extreme caution must be exercised when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
16. 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 unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
17. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.
18. The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
19. The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
20. CAUTION: hot surface.
21. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.

Caution:

• The grilling surfaces, as well as the sides and top of the appliance, get very hot. Avoid any contact. Danger of burning! Only hold by the handle.
• The appliance must always be positioned horizontally during use.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
• Do not immerse the appliance in any liquid.
• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
• WARNING: Charcoal or similar combustible fuels must not be used with this appliance.

Disposal Information:

Meaning of crossed-out wheeled dustbin: Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste; use separate collection facilities. Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems available. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.

When replacing old appliances with new ones, the retailer is legally obligated to take back your old appliance for disposal at least free of charge.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL SHOULD DO REPAIRS.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

GROUNDED PLUG

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a grounded plug. If the plug does not fit fully into the electrical outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way or use an adaptor.

Parts Identification

Diagram Description: An illustration of the SafeCourt Kitchen CG200 Contact Grill showing its various components, with numbered labels pointing to each part.

• 1. Handle
• 2. Upper Housing
• 3. Height Fixed Button
• 4. 180 degree open button
• 5. Power Light
• 6. Ready Light
• 7. Thermostat Knob
• 8. Grill Non-stick Plate
• 9. Plate release button
• 10. Bottom Housing

Before First Use

• Read all instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.
• Remove all packaging.
• Clean the Cooking Plates by wiping with a sponge or cloth dampened in warm water.
• DO NOT IMMERSE THE UNIT AND DO NOT RUN WATER DIRECTLY ONTO THE COOKING SURFACES.
• Dry with a cloth or paper towel.
• For best results, lightly coat the cooking plates with a little cooking oil or cooking spray.

Notice: When your Grill Toaster is heated for the first time, it may emit slight smoke or odor. This is normal with many heating appliances. This does not affect the safety of your appliance.

How to Use

Before using the appliance for the first time, peel off any promotional materials and packaging materials, and check that the cooking plates are clean and free of dust. If necessary, wipe over with a damp cloth. For best results, pour a teaspoon of vegetable oil onto the non-stick plates. Spread over with an absorbent kitchen towel and wipe off any excess oil.

Preparing Your Grill Toaster

• Close the Grill Toaster and plug it into the wall outlet. Turn the temperature knob to the desired setting. You will see the red power light(s), indicating that the Grill Toaster has begun preheating. You can set the temperature control to your desired setting: "MIN" for light colored food and "MAX" for darker food. At first, try a setting in the max. You may later adjust it lower according to your preference. Different foods will also cook up differently.
• It will preheat for approximately 3-5 minutes to reach baking temperature. When the green light goes out, the Grill Toaster is ready for use.

Cooking

To Use as a Contact Grill

• Set the Grill Toaster Temperature Control to your desired setting. At first, try a setting in the max. You may later adjust it lower according to your preference.
• Prepare the burgers, boneless pieces of meat, and thin cuts of meat or other foods as directed and place them onto the bottom cooking plate.
• Close the top cooking plate, which has a floating hinge designed to evenly press down on the food. The top plate must be fully lowered to achieve grill marks on the selected foods.
• When the food is cooked, use the handle to open the lid. Remove the food with the help of a plastic spatula. Never use metal tongs or a knife, as these can cause damage to the non-stick coating of the cook plates.
• Use the Grill Toaster as a contact grill to cook burgers, boneless pieces of meat, and thin cuts of meat and vegetables.
• Use the Grill-Toaster as a contact grill when you want to cook something in a short amount of time or when you are looking for a healthy method of grilling. When cooked on the contact grill, food will cook quickly because you are grilling both sides of the food at the same time. The ribs on the grill plates, combined with the grease spout at the corner of the plate, allow the grease to drip from the meat and drain off the plates.

To Use as Press Grill (Sandwiches)

• Set the Grill Toaster Temperature Control to your desired setting. At first, try a setting in the "MAX". You may later adjust it lower according to your preference.
• Prepare the sandwiches as directed and place them onto the bottom cooking plate. Always place sandwiches towards the rear of the bottom cooking plate.
• Close the top cooking plate, which has a floating hinge designed to evenly press down on the sandwich. The top plate must be fully lowered to cook sandwiches.
• Cook for about 3 to 6 minutes or until golden brown, adjusting the time to suit your own individual taste.
• When the sandwich is cooked, use the handle to open the lid. Remove the sandwich with the help of a plastic spatula. Never use metal tongs or a knife, as these can cause damage to the non-stick coating of the cook plates.
• Use the Grill Toaster as a press grill to grill sandwiches, breads, and quesadillas.
• The Grill Toaster is designed with a unique handle and hinge that allows the cover to adjust to the thickness of the food. You can easily grill anything from a thinly-sliced potato to a thick sirloin steak with even results.
• When cooking more than one food item in the contact grill, it is important that the thickness of food items is consistent so the cover will close evenly on the food.

To Use as Open Grill

• Place Grill Toaster on a clean, flat surface where you intend to cook. The Grill Toaster can be positioned in a flat position.
• The upper plate/cover is level with the lower plate/base. The upper and lower plates line up to create one large cooking surface.
• With your right hand on the handle, use your left hand to pull the 180° angle button. Push the handle back until the cover rests flat on the counter. The unit will stay in this position until you lift the handle and cover to return it to the closed position.
• Use the Grill Toaster as an open grill to cook burgers, steak, poultry (we do not recommend cooking bone-in chicken, since it does not cook evenly on an open grill), fish, and vegetables.
• Cooking on the open grill is the most versatile method of using the Grill Toaster. In the open position, you have double the surface area for grilling.
• You have the option of cooking different types of foods separately without combining their flavors, or cooking large amounts of the same type of food. The open position also accommodates different cuts of meat with varying thicknesses, allowing you to cook each piece to your liking.

Cleaning and Care

• Always unplug the Grill Toaster and allow it to cool before cleaning. The unit is easier to clean when slightly warm. There is no need to disassemble the Grill Toaster for cleaning. Never immerse the Grill Toaster in water or place in a dishwasher.
• The cooking plates can be cleaned in water.
• Wipe cooking plates with a soft cloth to remove food residue. For baked-on food residue, squeeze some warm water mixed with detergent over the food residue, then clean with a non-abrasive plastic scouring pad or place wet kitchen paper over the grill to moisten the food residue.
• Do not use anything abrasive that can scratch or damage the non-stick coating.
• Do not use metal utensils to remove your foods, as they can damage the non-stick surface.
• Wipe the outside of the grill toaster with a damp cloth only. Do not clean the outside with any abrasive scouring pad or steel wool, as this will damage the finish. Do not immerse in water or any other liquid.
• Do not place in the dishwasher.
• Remove and empty the drip tray after each use and wash the tray in warm, soapy water. Avoid the use of scouring pads or harsh detergents, as they may damage the surface. Rinse and dry thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth and replace.

Storage

• Always unplug the Grill Toaster before storage.
• Always make sure the Grill Toaster is cool and dry before storing.
• The power cord can be wrapped around the bottom of the base for storing.