Koolatron Total Chef TCRF08BN - Raclette Party Grill with Fondue Manual

Please Read These Instructions Carefully Before Use!

INTRODUCTION

WHAT IS RACLETTE?

Raclette, pronounced 'rah-kleht', is a type of cheese, and a traditional Swiss meal using this cheese.

Raclette cheese is typically a round block weighing about 6 kg (13 lb). Raclette is essentially melted cheese, served over boiled potatoes with fresh ground black pepper, accompanied by small pickled onions and gherkins. The name comes from the French verb "racler", to scrape, because of the way the melted cheese is scraped off the block.

Swiss cow herders would prepare it over a low fire and, when it had reached the perfect softness, scrape it on top of some bread. The simple raclette meal has evolved to using an electric raclette grill, and including more varied ingredients. The Total Chef Raclette Party Grill also uses a Fondue or marble plate for added versatility and mealtime fun.

Raclette dining is a relaxed and sociable experience, so plan for the meal to run for several hours. One benefit of raclette dining is that everyone can "make it their way" in their own dish with any combination of ingredients.

CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS.
THEY PROVIDE IMPORTANT INFORMATION WITH REGARD TO SAFETY, USE AND MAINTENANCE.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read all instructions completely before using the appliance.
2. Before plugging in your new Raclette grill, check to see that the electric circuit is not overloaded with other appliances: this unit draws 1200 watts.
3. This appliance becomes hot when in use. Use caution to reduce the risk of injury.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always use handles with care. Hot pads or mittens are recommended. Allow appliance to cool.
5. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse appliance, cord or plug in water or any other liquid. Never touch the appliance and the power plug with wet hands. See instructions for cleaning.
6. This appliance is not for use by children.
7. Do not leave appliance unattended when plugged in.
8. When using this appliance, provide 4 to 6 inches of air space above, behind and on both sides for air circulation. Do not use on surfaces where heat may be a problem.
9. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow appliance to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before moving or cleaning your appliance.
10. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off pad and touch electrical parts.
11. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a Koolatron Master Service Centre or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
12. Never attempt to dissemble, modify or repair the appliance yourself!
13. Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by Koolatron. The use of such items may be hazardous.
14. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including the stove.
15. Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in a heated oven, or near easily flammable material.
16. Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.
17. Do not use appliance for other than intended use. For domestic use only.
18. Always allow the appliance to cool down completely before putting it away and never wind the cord around the appliance while it is still hot.
19. Never move the unit when it contains hot oil, liquids, or hot foods.
20. 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
21. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
22. Never attempt to unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable.
23. Do not move the appliance while cooking or with hot cookware on top of it.

ELECTRICAL CORD

A short power cord is provided to reduce the hazards of becoming entangled in, or tripping over a longer cord. Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it is an UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord is 15 Amps (minimum) and 120V. Be sure not to place cord where people can trip over it.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply: 120VAC ~ 60Hz
Power: 1200W
Norm Class: I

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

FEATURES

1. grilling surface
2. marble slab
3. fondue pot
4. 8 fondue forks
5. 8 small pans
6. 8 wooden spatulas

PREPARATION

RACLETTE

Plan on using 125 - 150 grams (4-5 oz) of cheese per person. Traditional Raclette cheese can be used, or a wide variety of other cheeses may be chosen (brie, sharp cheddar, emmental, gouda, Monterey jack, etc).

The first step to making the traditional raclette recipe is to boil small potatoes in their skins until they're done, and keep warm in a covered serving dish. Turn raclette on to begin to heat up (takes only a minute or two). Each diner then takes their individual tray, adds a thick slice of cheese, tops it with whatever they desire, and slides it under the grill. While the cheese is melting, grill, reheat or use the fondue pot to prepare other foods on the upper surface. When the cheese is bubbling nicely, remove the tray from under the grill, scrape the contents with the wooden scraper onto the potatoes and other food such as grilled meat and vegetables that you have on your plate. Sprinkle with pepper or other spices. It can take five minutes or so for each slice of cheese to melt, so put a new slice of cheese in your tray as soon as you've scraped the last one off.

NOTE

• For grilling meats, lean cuts are best, cut into thin strips for faster cooking on the grill, or in the fondue pot (if using oil or broth based). You can use chicken, beef, fish or Shellfish. Use the grill top to cook raw meat; do not use the raclette dishes.
• To melt cheese, lower the temperature setting and melt the cheese slowly. If the cheese is melted too quickly, the oil will separate from the cheese.

FONDUE

• Put liquid (you can use oil, chocolate, cheese, broth, etc) in the fondue pot without exceeding 2/3 of the height. Place the protective ring on the top of the pot to minimize any splashing.
• Place the pot over the hole in the grill surface. When liquid is hot (8 to 10 min) use the long forks to cook food in the oil. Use a lower thermostat setting when using cheese or chocolate as compared to using oil to prevent burning.
• For oil or broth based fondues use thinly sliced meats, chicken, fish or seafood. Serve with a variety of dipping sauces.
• For cheese based fondue, use cubed bread.
• For chocolate fondue, use a variety of fruits, cookies, cake or marshmallows cut into bite sized pieces.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not overfill trays.
• Do not place any heavy objects on the grill top.
• Place trays only in the recesses provided under the grill top.
• Do not use without grill top in place, and the stone or fondue pot in place.
• When the stone is hot, never place frozen food or cold liquids on it to prevent cracking.
• It is possible that slight smoke smell will come out when first used.
• Before first use, drop some oil on the surface of plate then wipe it with dry cloth.
• Use a wooden scraper when turning or moving food to prevent damage to the non-stick coating.
• Be sure the power switch is OFF before plugging into a wall socket.
• Press the switch ON. The pilot light will glow indicating the heating element is energized and heating will begin immediately. Adjust the thermostat setting as required.
• Pre-heating time is 8-10 minutes for grill plate.
• When cooking is finished, turn the thermostat back to 0 position, and press button OFF.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Before cleaning or moving this appliance, make sure the appliance is unplugged and has cooled.
• Heating plate and small raclette pans can be wiped clean with a soft damp cloth.
• Fondue pot is dishwasher friendly.
• Do not spray clean with water or immerse base in liquid.
• Should the appliance become damaged or require repair please contact Koolatron.

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