Tips & Hints - Cuisinart Griddler Five GR-5 Series Instruction And Recipe Booklet

TIPS & HINTS
• It may take up to 10 minutes to reach
operating temperature, depending on
the temperature level that was set.
• For cooking recommendations, refer to
the Cooking Guide and Food
Temperature Chart on pages 26–27
of the Recipe Book.
• Always exercise caution when handling
the Griddler Five during cooking, as the
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Griddler Five housing will become hot
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during use. To open the Griddler
grasp the handle. The arms are made of
die-cast aluminum and will become hot
during use. Do not touch them during or
immediately following cooking.
• The cover is made of stainless steel and
will become very hot and should not be
touched during or immediately following
cooking. If you need to adjust the cover,
be sure to use an oven mitt to prevent
burns.
• The lower housing is made of plastic
and can become very warm. If you need
to move the Griddler
cooking, be sure to handle it from the
base only while wearing an oven mitt.
Do not touch the cover.
• Allow the Griddler
before handling (at least 30 minutes).
• The first time you use the Griddler
it may have a slight odor and may
smoke a bit. This is normal and
common to appliances with nonstick
surfaces.
• The Griddler Five comes with a black
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cleaning/scraping tool. This can be used
for cleaning both the grill and griddle
sides of the plates after you have
finished cooking and the unit has cooled
down completely (at least 30 minutes).
Using the cleaning tool on a hot surface
for too long will cause the plastic
to melt.
• Never use metal utensils, as they will
scratch the nonstick plates.
• Never leave plastic utensils in contact
with the hot grill plates. This includes
the provided cleaning tool.
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• In between recipes, use a wooden or
heatproof plastic utensil to scrape
excess food buildup through grease
channels and into drip tray. Then,
carefully wipe off any residue with a
paper towel before proceeding with
next recipe.
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