Cuisinart Stack5 GR-M3 Series - Multifunctional Grill Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed:

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces; use handles or knob. Always use oven mitts when handling hot material.
4. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the cord, plugs, or grill housing in water or any other liquid. If housing falls into liquid, unplug the cord from outlet immediately. DO NOT reach into the liquid.
5. To avoid possible accidental injury, close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been dropped or damaged in any way or is not operating properly. Return the appliance to the Customer Service Center (see Warranty for details) for examination, repair or mechanical or electrical adjustment.
7. 
   The use of attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may cause fire, electric shock, or risk of injury.
8. Do not use outdoors or anywhere the cord or unit housing might come into contact with water while in use.
9. Do not use the grill for anything other than its intended use.
10. This appliance is not intended for deep frying foods.
11. To avoid the possibility of the grill being accidentally pulled off work area, which could result in damage to the cooker or personal injury, do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
12. 
    To avoid damage to cord and possible fire or electrocution hazard, do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including a stove.
13. Extreme caution must be used when moving the grill containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
15. Do not operate grill in water or under running water.
16. Avoid sudden temperature changes, such as adding refrigerated foods to a heated pot.
17. 
    TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, COOK ONLY IN THE POT PROVIDED OR IN CONTAINERS PLACED ON THE COOKING RACK IN THE PROVIDED POT.
18. 
    CAUTION: A heated pan or grill plate may damage countertops or tables. When removing the baking pan or grill plate from the heater plate, DO NOT place it directly on any unprotected surface. Always set the hot baking pan or grill plate on a trivet or a rack.
19. Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord in the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn dial control to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
20. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS

A short detachable power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be a grounding 3-wire cord. The longer 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 unintentionally.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

1. Removable lid with silicone-wrapped handle
2. Removable stainless steel steam rack
   elevates ingredients to steam
3. Removable non-stick grill plate
   for grilling
4. Removable, 5 qt. non-stick baking pan
   for slow cooking, baking, browning/ sautéing, steaming, and griddling
5. Heater plate
6. Grill Housing
7. Dial control with settings from WARM to 400˚F
   1. Indicator lights signal "power on" and heating/ready to cook
8. Silicone-wrapped handles
9. Removable cord (not shown)
   for convenient, easy storage
10. BPA free (not shown)
    All parts that are meant to come into contact with food are BPA free

THE DEVICE DOES IT ALL

The Stack5 is the ultimate kitchen appliance, offering you six separate cooking options.

GRILL

Use the Stack5 as a grill to cook burgers, steak, poultry, fish and vegetables. When the Stack5 is being used as a grill, use the removable, non-stick grill plate.

GRIDDLE

Use the Stack5 as a griddle to cook pancakes, eggs, French toast, hash browns and breakfast meats. When the Stack5 is being used as a griddle, use the removable, non-stick baking pan.

BROWN/SAUTÉ

The Stack5 can function as an electric skillet. Use the non-stick baking pan to brown or sauté ingredients as an independent skillet dish or as the foundation to a slow-cooked dish.

SLOW COOK

The 5-quart, non-stick baking pan for the Stack5 is the perfect-sized vessel to create a variety of slow-cooked meals.

BAKE

Use the Stack5 to create baked cakes and casseroles using the non-stick baking pan.

STEAM

Steam anything from artichokes to broccoli to chicken breasts in the Stack5. Use the stainless steel steam rack inside the baking pan with a minimum of 3 cups of water to steam.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Place your Stack5 on a clean, flat surface where you intend to cook. The Stack5 can be positioned in three ways:

Grill Plate Position: Place the grill plate on top of the heater plate.

Baking Pan Position: Place the baking pan on top of the heater plate.

Steam Position: Place the baking pan on top of the heater plate, add the steam rack to the baking pan.

NOTE: Make sure steam rack is resting on the pan support shelf, not the handle rivets.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Once the Stack5 is assembled properly and you are ready to begin cooking, turn the dial clockwise to select desired cooking temperature.

Temperatures range from WARM to 400˚F. When the unit is plugged in, the upper white indicator and blue ready light will illuminate to indicate that the power is on. Once a temperature is selected, the ready light will go out.

It may take up to 10 minutes to reach the selected temperature, depending on the temperature level that was set. When the thermostat has reached operating temperature, the lower blue ready light will indicate that the Stack5 is ready for cooking. During operation, the light will continue to turn on and off as the thermostat regulates the temperature. This is normal.

The temperature controls are used to set and maintain the temperature of the cooking surface. You may vary the setting of the control knob at any time during cooking, and may wish to do so depending on the types of foods you are cooking.

Refer to the Cooking Function Guidelines chart and Steaming chart.

CLEANING & CARE

All removable parts are dishwasher safe.

1. Unplug unit and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
2. Never immerse grill housing in water or other liquids.
3. To clean the housing and control panel, simply wipe with a clean, damp cloth.
4. Wash grill plate, baking pan, lid and steam rack with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Or, clean in the dishwasher.
5. Dry all parts after every use.
6. Maintenance: Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

NOTE: If food residue sticks to the baking pan surface, fill pot with warm, soapy water and allow it to soak before cleaning. If scouring is necessary, use a nonabrasive cleanser or liquid detergent with a nylon pad or brush.

TIPS & HINTS

• Heat-up times may vary, based on a number of factors. The selected temperature, the current temperature of the grill plate or baking pan, the contents of the pan, and other factors can all affect heat-up time.
• Always use nonstick utensils. Metal utensils may damage the nonstick coating.

BROWN/SAUTÉ TIPS

• Use the baking pan to brown and sauté. Brown/Sauté as you would in a skillet or sauté pan on the stove – from quickly sautéed skillet dishes to the first step in many braised or slow-cooked dishes.
• For even browning, it is important not to crowd the pan. Foods should be cooked in an even layer on the bottom of the pan, so it is good to cook foods in batches when necessary.
• Many recipes call for browning and sautéing foods before slow cooking. Some items produce more grease and fat than is desirable in the finished dish. To remove the excess grease, using pot holders, very carefully remove the baking pan from the base and pour out the grease from the corner of the baking pan. Return the baking pan to the base and finish cooking the dish as desired.
• When browning meats, any brown bits that are left in the bottom of the pan can be used to flavor the dish. Simply add a small amount of liquid (like wine or broth) to the pan and scrape up the browned bits with a wooden spoon – leave them in pan. Incorporate into the dish or sauce.

SLOW-COOKING TIPS

• Slow cook as you would in the oven. Cook tougher cuts of meat until tender, usually about 3 to 4 hours.
• Slow cooking is perfect for foods that require long, slow simmering, such as stews, and dried beans.
• Slow cooking is ideal for tougher and less expensive cuts of meat like shoulder and pot roast.
• We encourage browning foods before slow cooking, as it adds much depth and flavor to the finished dish. However, if time is short, this step can be skipped and all ingredients can be added to your baking pan to slow cook.
• Ground meats should always be browned before slow cooking.
• For best cooking results, fill baking pan at least one-quarter full, but not more than three-quarters full.
• "Crisp-tender" vegetables should be added during the last 30 minutes of cooking time to prevent overcooking. Fresh herbs should be stirred into dishes immediately before serving.
• We do not recommend removing the lid when slow cooking, as heat will escape, requiring extra cooking time.
• Many slow-cooked foods, such as stews, benefit from cooling and refrigerating, then reheating – as the saying goes, stew or chili is always better the second day.
• A great way to reheat slow-cooked foods is to bring them to a simmer. Stir to ensure all ingredients are warmed through and then switch to 300˚ on the Slow Cook function for serving.
• If using frozen foods, thaw completely before slow cooking.
• Recipes can be assembled the night before cooking. Brown ingredients if necessary, and then combine with remaining ingredients in baking pan. Cover and refrigerate. When ready to cook, place the baking pan on the base heater plate and add 30 minutes to your projected cooking time.
• To decrease the amount of fat in recipes, remove as much of the visible fat as possible from meats and poultry. Remove skin from poultry and drain any fat from browned meats.

STEAMING TIPS

• Steaming is one of the healthiest methods of cooking, as the smallest amount of nutrients are lost in the cooking process.
• To steam, fill the baking pan with water to max/steam indicator, about 3 to 4 cups. Add ingredients to the steam rack. Cover and select 400˚ F. Steam times reflect the time when temperature is selected.
• When adding heavier foods, like corn on the cob, to the steaming rack, place them on the middle of the rack and work your way to the edges.
• Use the smaller amount of water, 3 cups when steaming fish or seafood.
• Always use caution when removing lid. It is best to remove the lid away from you.

COOKING FUNCTION GUIDELINES

Steaming Chart

*3 cups of water should be used here

Troubleshooting Chart

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