West Bend 6100 Indoor Grill User manual

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WEST BEND.
HEART SMART™ INDOOR GRILL CARE-USE
TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE,
READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND/OR WARNINGS
IN THIS CARE AND USE INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL.
Register this and other West Bend products through our website:
www.westbend.com
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and/or injury to persons,
including the following:
- Read all instructions.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
- To protect against electrical shock do not immerse heat control, its cord or plug
in water or other liquid.
- Close supervision is necessary when grill is used by or near children.
- Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts.
* Do not operate grill with a damaged cord or plug or after grill malfunctions or
has been damaged 1n any manner. Return grill to The West Bend Company for
examination, repair, or adjustment.
* The use of accessory attachments not recommended by The West Bend Company
may cause injuries.
"Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let cord hang over the edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not place on or near hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- Extreme caution must be used when moving grill containing hot oil or other
hot liquids.
- Always attach plug to grill first, then plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect,
turn any control to OFF, then remove from wall outlet.
- Do not use grill for other than intended use.
- Fuel, such as charcoal briquettes, 1s not to be used with this grill.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Your grill needs no special care other than cleaning, If servicing becomes neces-
sary, please return your grill to The West Bend Company. Sec Warranty section
in this booklet for service details. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.
For Household Use Only
Electric Cord Statement
CAUTION: Your grill has a short cord as a safety precaution to prevent injury or
property damage resulting from pulling, tripping or becoming entangled with the
cord. Do not allow children to be near or use this grill without close adult super-
vision. If you must use a longer cord set or an extension cord when using this grill,
the cord must be arranged so it will not drape or hang over the edge of a counter-
top or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
To prevent electrical shock, injury or fire, the electrical rating of the extension
cord you use must be the same or more than the wattage of the grill (wattage 1s
stamped on underside of heat control protector).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a
safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
CLEAN BEFORE USING
Before using your grill the first time, wash the base and the grilling surface in hot
soapy water with a dishcloth, rinse and dry. These parts may also be washed in
an automatic dishwasher.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always remove automatic heat
control before immersing this product in water. Do not immerse the heat control,
its cord and plug in water or other liquid.
Your grill is now ready to use. Cooking guide
Max. water level line
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TO ASSEMBLE AND USE GRILL
Always use grill on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface. Do not use grill unless
securely positioned in base.
1. Fill base with water to maximum water level line (4 cups). Diagram 2
2. Slide end of grill with heat control protector
through opening in base under handle. See
diagram 2.
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury and/or
property damage never use grill unless securely
positioned in base.
3. Attach heat control to grill, making sure it is
set at “OFF.” Plug cord into a 120 volt, AC
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electrical outlet ONLY. |
4. Preheat grill at recommended setting for food being cooked. Refer to grilling
chart in this booklet or on handle for selecting the recommended heat setting
and grilling times.
5. When signal light on automatic heat control goes out indicating grilling
temperature has been reached, add the food. Heat may be increased or
decreased, depending upon personal preference and type or amount of food
being prepared. The signal light will go on and off periodically to indicate that
proper temperature 1s being maintained.
6. Use hot pads when handling grill as handles become warm. For turning food,
nylon, plastic or smooth edged metal cooking tools are recommended for use
on the non-stick surface. Do not use sharp edged cooking tools or knives.
7. When grilling is completed, set heat control at WARM for serving, or set dial
at OFF 1f food will be removed immediately from grill. After dial is set at OFF,
unplug cord from wall outlet. Let grill cool before removing heat control.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of burn or injury or property damage, handle the
heat control carefully, if you remove it from the product immediately after
cooking because the metal probe will be hot — do not touch the metal probe or let
it touch any thing or surface which may burn.
CLEANING GRILL
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical
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2. Remove heat control. Remove grill from base
by hfting sides upward and sliding heat control
end out of base. See diagram 3. tT
3. Carefully dispose of liquid in base.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of burn injury or property damage, use extreme
caution when using or moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
4. Wash base and grill in hot soapy water using a non-metal cleaning pad such as
Scrunge® scrubber sponge, Dobie® or Scotch-Brite Cookware Scrub *n Sponge?
Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh scouring powders. A soft bristled
brush may be used to clean underside of grill. After washing, rinse and dry.
5. The base and grill may be cleaned in an automatic dishwasher. Position pieces
in dishwasher so they do not touch one another or other objects being washed.
GRILLING CHART
Food Heat Setting Comments
Bratwurst/Other MED Turn frequently with tongs for
Raw Sausages uniform browning, grill until well
6-8 done, total time 30-35 minutes.
Chicken Breasts MED Grill 10-15 minutes per side (bone-
3-4, boneless or less), 25-30 minutes per side (bone-
bone-in in) or until juices run clear.
Chicken Pieces MED Grill 20-25 minutes per side or until
6-8 Juices run clear.
Fish Steaks LO 10-12 minutes per side or until fish
2-4, 3/4-1 inch thick flakes.
Frankfurters/other MED Turn frequently with tongs for
precooked sausages uniform browning, total time
6-8 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Ham Steak MED Score any fat on sides. Grill 10-12
1/21 inch minutes per side or until heated
through.
Hamburgers HI Grill 5 minutes per side (rare),
4-6, 1/>-inch thick 6 minutes per side (medium),
7 minutes per side (well), or
to desired doneness.
Pork/Lamb Chops HI 8-10 minutes per side.
2-4, 3/4-1 inch thick Pork should be well done.
Shrimp, shelled fresh LO 6-8 minutes per side or until shrimp
or frozen, thawed turn pink.
Steak HI Score any fat on sides. Grill
2, l-inch thick 5-7 minutes per side (rare),
6-9 minutes per side (medium),
8-10 minutes per side (well), or
to desired doneness.
Vegetables MED Brush with olive or vegetable oil.
Grill onions, mushrooms,
peppers, etc. for garnish on solid
end while grilling other foods.
GRILLING TIPS
- Always use grill on a dry, level, heat resistant surface with grill securely
positioned in base. |
- Always place water in base to maximum water level line (4 cups) to help reduce
smoking and make clean up easier.
+ Always use hot pads when handling grill as handles and grill become hot
during use.
+ Begin grilling at recommended heat setting. Adjust heat setting if needed during
cooking,
‘The heat control dial can be set at LO, MED, HI or in between for grilling or
at WARM for serving. The approximate temperatures of each. setting are
WARM (180°F), LO (250°F), MED (325°F) and HI (375°F)
- While grilling other foods use the solid ribbed area to grill vegetables.- Brush
vegetables with olive oil or vegetable oil for nice appearance.
- Tender cuts of meat are best for grilling; to tenderize less tender cuts of meat,
marinate before grilling. |
» Fish and seafood may be basted with melted butter or a flavored butter during
grilling.
+ If using a barbecue sauce, baste meat during the last 5 minutes of grilling.
- For best results, use tongs to turn meats to avoid piercing the skin. Use a wide
spatula to turn fish fillets.
RECIPES
BEEF KEBOBS
11/2 pounds beef sirloin steak, 1 large onion, cut in l-inch pieces
cut in l-inch cubes 1 green pepper, cut in l-inch pieces
1 cup marinade 1 red pepper, cut in l-inch pieces
12 medium mushrooms 12 cherry tomatoes
1. Marinate beef cubes in refrigerator for several hours, using the following
Tertyaki or Herb marinades or choose one of your favorite marinade recipes.
2. Drain beef cubes thoroughly before grilling.
3. Thread onto skewers, alternating meat and vegetables. Leave space between
for even cooking,
4. Preheat grill at MED. Place kebobs lengthwise on grill. Grill 15 to 20 minutes
or to desired doneness, turning occasionally. Serves 4-6.
TERIYAKI MARINADE
1/3 cup soy sauce 1 tablespoon sugar
1/3 cup dry white wine 1 clove garlic, minced
1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1. Combine all ingredients in small bowl, set aside.
2. Place beef, chicken or pork in 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Pour prepared mari-
nade over meat; cover and place in refrigerator for several hours. Spoon mari-
nade over meat occasionally.
3. Drain meat thoroughly before gnlling. Makes approximately 1 cup.
HERB MARINADE
1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves
1/3 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1. Combine all mgredients in small bowl, set aside.
2. Place beef, chicken or pork in 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Pour prepared mari-
nade over meat; cover and place in refrigerator for several hours. Spoon mari-
nade over meat occasionally.
3. Drain meat thoroughly before grilling. Makes approximately 1 cup.
LEMON BUTTER
1/4 cup butter 1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes 1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1. Melt butter in small saucepan over low heat. Add remaining ingredients; stir
to combine.
2. Use to baste fish, seafood, meatsor vegetables during grilling,
DILL BUTTER
1/4 cup butter 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
|. Melt butter in small saucepan over low heat. Add remaining ingredients; stir
to combine.
2. Use to baste fish, seafood, meats or vegetables during grilling.
REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE
Replacement parts may be ordered by writing directly to The West Bend Company.
See Warranty section for address. Be sure to include catalog number of your
grill, description and quantity of what you want. Along with this information
include your name, mailing address and your Visa, Mastercard or Discover
credit card number for the billing of the part(s) to you. Your state's sales tax and
a handling fee will be added to your total charge. Or, to send a check or money
order call to obtain purchase amount. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery.
FULL 1 YEAR WARRANTY
Your West Bend? Warranty covers defects in the materials and workmanship of
this Heart Smart™ Indoor Grill for one (1) year from date of original purchase.
Any defective part of the Heart Smart™ Indoor Grill will be repaired or
replaced without charge.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
that vary from state to state or province to province. This warranty does not
cover damage to the Heart Smart™ Indoor Grill caused by misuse, accidents
or alterations to the Heart Smart™ Indoor Grill.
If you think the Heart Smart™ Indoor Grill is defective or requires service,
please carefully package and return the product prepaid and insured with a
description of the problem to:
In US. In Canada:
The West Bend Company Authorized Service Depot
Attn: Customer Service Dept. or
400 Washington Street West Bend of Canada
West Bend, WI 53095 Attn: Customer Service Dept.
(414) 334-6949 28 Currie Street
Barrie, Ontario, Canada L4M 5N4
(705) 721-0404
Please ensure that you enclose the sales slip or proof of date of purchase in
order to assure warranty coverage.
In U.S.: As an added convenience, you can send your product back by UPS
using one of the Express Shipping Centers located in finer supermarkets across
the country. Call 1-800-636-3977 for the Express Shipping Center near you.
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