GRD6090B, GRD6090BC, GRD6090BQ, GRD6090B-FP
CONTACT SMOKELESS GRILL
USE AND CARE MANUAL
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.
- The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
- 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 outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow cooling 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 damaged in any manner. Contact customer support or call the appropriate toll-free number 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 touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of the table or counter.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electburner, or in a heated oven.
- Extreme caution must be used when moving appliances containing hot oil or other liquids.
- To disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then remove plugs from the wall outlet. Use this appliance only in the closed position
- Be sure the nonstick grill plates and drip tray are assembled to the base properly (sHOW TO USE).
- Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.
- 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
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 plugin anyway.
TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW
Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to prevent the 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) A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
b) Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
c) If an extension cord is used:
1) The marked electrical rating of the extension the 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-type 3-wire cord; and
3) 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
HOW TO USE
This product is for household use only.
GETTING STARTED
- Remove all packing material, any stickers, and the elastic band around the power plug.
- Remove and save literature.
- Please visit www.prodprotect.com/georgeforeman to register your warranty.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Wash grill plates and drip tray in warm water and dish soap. Dry thoroughly.
Disclaimer: When using the grill for the first time, you may notice smoke or a slight odor during the first few minutes if there is still oil on the plates from the manufacturing process. This is normal.
Slide drip tray into the base. The drip tray must always be in place during cooking.
Fit the grill plates onto the base by first inserting tabs at the back of the grill. Plates will click when correctly attached.
TO OPERATE
1. Plug the cord into a standard electrical outlet.
Push the power button on a digital display to turn the unit on. Keep the lid closed.
Push the TEMP button. Time/Temperature display will begin to flash.
Set temperature using temperature/time control buttons.
Note: Preheating starts automatically 5 seconds after the temperature is set.
Optional: Push START to begin preheating.
Digital display light will slowly pulse red. When the digital display light turns green, the unit is ready.
Place food on grill plates and close cover.
Select TIME to set a timer. See Cooking Guide (pg. 5) for timer suggestions
Set timer using temperature/ time control buttons.
Unit will beep when time* has fully elapsed.
Remove food, press the power button to turn it off. Unplug the unit when finished.
*Note: The heat remains on after the timer beeps. To turn off the heat, press the power button and unplug.
QUICK START
• Pressing the START button immediately after turning the grill on will
automatically set the grill to a 425°F preheat.
FLOATING HINGE
- Hinge adjusts backward and forwards, left and right to make full contact for uneven thicknesses and thicker cuts of meat.
Tips
- To avoid damaging the nonstick surface, do not use aerosol nonstick spray, sharp utensils, or cut food on the cooking surface of the unit. Use silicone, heat-resistant rubber, or wooden utensils.
Caution
- Because some countertop finishes are more affected by heat than others, use care not to place the grill on surfaces where heat may cause a problem.
- The Grill surface is hot during use.
- Do not use the grill without the drip tray or base.
The GRD6090B smokeless grill produces up to 85% less smoke than the George Foreman Indoor/outdoor grill (RPGD3994) when grilling 1/4 lb. beef burgers (20% fat, 80% lean) with clean grill plates and drip trays.
COOKING GUIDE
The following chart is meant to be used as a guideline only. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the food. To be sure your food is cooked, USDA recommends using a meat thermometer to test for doneness. Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat until the temperature stabilizes.
BEEF HAMBURGER (4 OZ) |
BRATWURSTS |
CHICKEN BREAST |
SALMON (6 OZ) |
STEAK (12 OZ) |
BACON |
PORK CHOP (8 OZ) |
VEGETABLES |
CARE AND CLEANING
Caution: To avoid accidental electric shock and burns, unplug from the outlet before cleaning, allow your grill to cool completely.
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel.
Note: not properly cleaning the grill plates may result in increased smoke levels from residual oils leftover from previous cooking cycles.
Unplug and allow the unit to cool completely before cleaning. Remove the grill plates, the top one first. Pull out an empty the drip tray. Do not immerse the unit in water.
Drip tray and grill plates are dishwasher-safe or can be hand washed.
Do not use steel wool pads or other abrasive cleaners on the cooking surface as they may damage the nonstick coating. To remove cooked-on food, use a plastic bristle brush or nylon mesh pad.
Increase the longevity of the exterior surface by wiping down/along the grain of the stainless steel with a wet paper towel.
Use stainless steel cleaner for deeper clean.
Clean touch screen after each use to maintain usability.
To save space, store the unit on its side as shown.
FEATURED RECIPE
MOJO CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH CARIBBEAN SLAW
Prep Time: 10 minutes + 30 minutes to marinate
Cook Time: 6 minutes Total Time: 46 minutes Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Mojo marinade: ¾ cup orange juice ½ cup chopped sweet onion 1 tsp lime zest ¼ cup lime juice ¼ cup Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup soy sauce 2 tbsp minced garlic 2 tsp dried oregano 1-1/2 tsp ground cumin 1-1/2 tsp ground pepper |
Caribbean Slaw: 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tbsp orange juice 1 tsp grated orange zest 1 tbsp lime juice Grated zest from 1 lime 1 medium shallot minced 2 tbsp minced cilantro 2 tsp chopped chipotle chilies in adobo 1 tsp minced garlic Salt and pepper to taste 1 bag of coleslaw mix 1 red bell pepper sliced thin 1 cup pineapple chunks 6 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless 6 Kaiser rolls, sliced |
Directions:
- For Mojo marinade: In a blender combine all ingredients and puree. Makes 2 cups. Pour over chicken breasts in a gallon-sized food storage bag. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
- For Caribbean slaw: In a blender combine the mayonnaise, orange juice, orange zest, lime juice, lime zest, shallot, cilantro, chilies, and garlic. Puree. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Makes about 1-1/2 cups. In a large bowl combine the cabbage, red pepper, and pineapple. Toss to mix. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mix and stir to coat. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat grill. Place chicken breasts on the grill and cook until an internal temperature of 165F is reached, approximately 6 minutes depending on the thickness of the chicken breast.
- Grill buns cut side down for about 2 minutes or until toasted.
- Build the sandwich: Place the grilled chicken on the bun, top with the slaw, and cover with the top of the bun.
More recipes can be found at www.georgeforemancooking.com
WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER
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 the 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.
At the end of this product’s life, you can mail it to Spectrum Brands at 507 Stokely Drive, Deforest, WI 53532 marked “Product Takeback: Please Recycle!”
USA/Canada 1-800-947-3745
Accessories/Parts 1-800-738-0245
Register your product at www.prodprotect.com/georgeforeman
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