Bella Fold & Store 35101 Manual

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR GRIDDLE

Product may vary slightly from illustration

1. Temperature Control Dials
2. Dishwasher safe Drip tray
3. Soft Glow "Ready" Indicator Lights
4. Clutter-Free Cord Storage
5. Push and Lock Buttons

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIALS

1. The temperature control dials are the nerve center and brain of the electric Griddle. Treat it carefully. Dropping or banging it could change its calibration and make the temperature settings inaccurate.
2. Rotate the dials to select the temperature as called for in the recipe.
3. The indicator lights on the housing will illuminate as soon as the dials are rotated. The light will go out once the selected temperature has been reached.
4. To clean the unit, simply wipe down with a soft, damp cloth. Make sure you dry it thoroughly before using again.

NOTE: The Griddle is not submersible.

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

1. Remove all parts included in the box.
2. Clean all the parts thoroughly (refer to Cleaning and Maintenance section for more information)

NOTE: Your Folding Griddle may emit a small amount of smoke and/or odor when you use it for the first time. This is normal and harmless, however we recommend that you do not eat the first meal you make with the folding griddle.

3. Place the ceramic non-stick Griddle on a clean, flat working surface.

NOTE: Some countertop and table surfaces, such as Corian^® and other surfaces, are not designed to withstand the prolonged heat generated by this Griddle. We recommend placing a hot pad or trivet under the Griddle beforehand to avoid possible damage to the surface. Be sure the sides and back of the Griddle are at least 4 inches away from any walls, cabinets, or objects on the counter or table.

4. Before first use, see Hints For Care and Use of ceramic Non-Stick Surface and Care & Cleaning Instructions sections of this Instruction Manual.
5. Before cooking in the Griddle for the first time, wash the ceramic non-stick Griddle in mild dishwashing soap, wipe and allow to dry.

NOTE: THE GRIDDLE IS NOT DISHWASHER SAFE.

6. Insert drip tray into rails under the Griddle, positioned directly under the grease drain.
7. Turn the temperature control dials on unit to OFF position.
8. Coat the ceramic non-stick surface with vegetable shortening before heating. If necessary, remove excess oil with paper towel.

USING YOUR FOLDING GRIDDLE

1. Unfold your Griddle by holding the right handle and pushing the (right button) on the back of the unit. Repeat step on the left side. (Figure 1)
   
   Figure 1
2. Plug the cord into any 120 V AC wall outlet.
3. To preheat, turn the temperature control dials to the desired temperature. The orange indicator lights on the Griddle will illuminate as soon as the dials are rotated. The lights will go out once the selected temperature has been reached. (Figure 2)
   
   Figure 2
4. Add food and cook according to your recipe. Adjust the temperature using the dials from 200°F to 400°F as necessary.

NOTE: During cooking, the lights will go on and off indicating that the griddle is maintaining proper temperature.

The Griddles' surfaces are hot during use.

DO NOT USE COOKING SPRAYS. THEY CAN CAUSE A BUILD-UP ON THE COOKING PLATES AND MAY AFFECT THE CERAMIC NON-STICK PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT.

5. When cooking bacon or foods containing large quantities of grease, it may be necessary to check the drip tray to make sure it is not full. Remove drip tray; empty contents and wash if needed. See the Time/Temperature Chart for basic suggested cooking information.
6. When cooking has been completed, turn the temperature controls to the OFF position. The indicator lights on the unit will turn off.
7. Unplug cord from wall outlet. Let the Griddle cool completely.
8. Follow the Care & Cleaning Instructions described in this Instruction Manual.

TIME/TEMPERATURE CHART

USDA COOKING GUIDELINES

NOTE: The United States Department of Agriculture recommends that meat and poultry be cooked to the following internal temperatures to be sure any harmful bacteria has been killed. Ground turkey and chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165˚F / 74˚C and ground beef, veal, lamb and pork be cooked to an internal temperature 160˚F / 71˚C. Whole chicken and turkey should be cooked to an internal temperature of 180˚F / 82˚C; 170˚F / 77˚C for the breast. Goose and duck should be cooked to an internal temperature of 180˚F / 82˚C. Fresh beef, veal and lamb, etc., should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 145˚F / 63˚C. Fresh pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 160˚F / 71˚C. When re-heating meat and poultry products, they should also be cooked to an internal temperature of 165˚F / 74˚C.

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing requiring disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a qualified appliance repair technician.

CARE & CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

Do not immerse the unit in water or any other liquid.

To avoid accidental burns, allow your Griddle to cool thoroughly before cleaning.

1. When cooking is completed, turn unit Off and unplug cord from wall outlet. Allow Griddle to cool.
2. Remove drip tray; empty contents. Wash Griddle and drip tray with soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly.
3. To wash by hand, wash griddle plate with hot soapy water. Dry with towel.
4. For stubborn food particles, loosen with a plastic cleaning pad. Avoid hard scouring of the ceramic non-stick finish as this may cause surface scratches. Do not use steel wool, scouring pads, or abrasive cleaners on any part of the Griddle.

HINTS FOR CARE AND USE OF CERAMIC NON-STICK SURFACE

• To avoid scratching the ceramic non-stick surface, do not stack objects on the grill or griddle cooking plates.

DO NOT USE COOKING SPRAYS. THEY CAN CAUSE A BUILD-UP ON THE COOKING PLATES AND MAY AFFECT THE CERAMIC NON-STICK PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT.

• Use medium to low heat for best cooking results. Very high temperatures can cause discoloration and shorten the life span of any ceramic non-stick surface. If higher temperatures are necessary, preheat on medium heat for a few minutes.
• For best results and preserve the ceramic non-stick coating longer, use nylon, plastic, wooden or rubber utensils. Never cut food on the Griddle.
• Remove stubborn stains with a plastic scouring pad and mild dish washing liquid; DO NOT USE STEEL WOOL as it will damage the ceramic non-stick surface of the cooking plates.

STEPS FOR STAIN REMOVAL AND PROPER CARE OF YOUR CERAMIC NON-STICK COATING

1. Identify stained areas on the cooking surface and sprinkle some baking soda on the stains.
2. Moisten the baking soda to get a paste like texture by adding some water.
3. Let the paste stand for a few minutes on the stains (not more than an hour).
4. Rub with a soft damp cloth or lightly scrub with a plastic scouring pad, wipe clean and dry thoroughly.

NOTE: Do not rub vigorously when using a plastic scouring pad and NEVER use a metal scouring pad as this may damage the ceramic non-stick coating.

5. Repeat the cycle once again if necessary. The performance and non-stick property of the ceramic non-stick coating will not be affected due to stains.

STORING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Unplug and clean unit.

Never store the unit while it is hot or plugged in.

2. Fold the griddle by lifting the right handle and pushing (right button) on the back of the unit. Repeat on the left side. (figure 3)
   
3. Wrap the cord around the cord storage. (figure 4)
   

Never wrap cord tightly around the unit. Never place any stress on the cord, especially where cord enters the unit, as this could cause the cord to fray and break.

Make sure to unroll cord storage before plugging it into the outlet.

4. Store in a clean, dry place.

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY

SENSIO Inc. hereby warrants that for a period of TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, this product will be free from mechanical defects in material and workmanship, and for 90 days in respect to non-mechanical parts.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
You must contact Customer Service at our toll-free number: 1-866-832-4843. A Customer Service Representative will attempt to resolve warranty issues over the phone. If the Customer Service Representative is unable to resolve the problem, you will be provided with a case number and asked to return the product to SENSIO Inc. Attach a tag to the product that includes: your name, address, daytime contact telephone number, case number, and description of the problem. Also, include a copy of the original sales receipt. Carefully package the tagged product with the sales receipt, and send it (with shipping and insurance prepaid) to SENSIO Inc.'s address. SENSIO Inc. shall bear no responsibility or liability for the returned product while in transit to SENSIO Inc.'s Customer Service Center.

1. The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
2. I f the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type3-wire cord; and
3. The longer cord should be arranged so that it does not drape over the countertop or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.