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    Contact Grill 840122400 English ............................................ 2 USA: 1-800-851-8900 Canada : 1-800-267-2826 México: 01 800 71 16 100 READ BEFORE USE[...]

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    2 Consumer Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! In order to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock, burns or other injury or damage, follow these instructions carefully. When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Do not touc[...]

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    3 1. Cover 2. Nonstick Grill Surfaces 3. Base 4. Drip Cup 5. Adjustable Temperature Control* 6. Power Light 7. Removable Grids* NOTE: Use care when handling open grill. The cover is heavy and can cause injury if it drops–pinching fingers or hands between cover and base. Know Your Grill Variable Heat Model *Adjustable Temperature Contol (available[...]

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    4 Operating Instructions BEFORE FIRST USE: Please wash the cooking surfaces of the grill as instructed under “Cleaning.” 1. Plug the grill into an outlet. The ON light comes on when the grill is plugged in. 2. Brush grilling surfaces with oil or spray with nonstick cooking spray. 3. Preheat 6 minutes with cover closed. Variable Heat Grill: Sele[...]

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    5 Grilling Chart The following times are guidelines. Always cook with the cover closed. Variable Heat Grill: Select a heat setting before preheating. COOK TIME 5 min. 5-8 min. 10-12 min. 6-8 min. 5 min. 5-7 min. 10-12 min. 6-8 min. 10-12 min. 6 min. 8 min. 6 min. 6 min. 5 min. 6 min. 4 min. 4 min. 4-5 min. FOOD Beef strip steak, boneless, fresh (8 [...]

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    6 Cleaning NOTE: If your grill has removable grids, see the following section. 1. Unplug grill from electrical outlet and allow to cool slightly. 2. Wipe grilling surfaces with a paper towel to remove drippings. 3. Use the spatula/scraper (available with select models) to scrape away cooked-on food or grease. 4. Use a damp sponge with a small amoun[...]

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    7 Recipes Pizza Burgers 1 pound (450 g) lean ground beef 1 ⁄ 2 cup (125 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese (2 ounces [55 g]) 1 ⁄ 2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) dried oregano leaves, crushed 4 sandwich-size English muffins, split and toasted Preheat grill for 5 minutes. Combine beef, cheese, and oregano. Mix well. Shape mixture into two or four 3 1 ⁄ 2 -inch[...]

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    8 Tuna Burgers 2 cans (6 ounces [170 g] each) chunk light tuna, drained and flaked 1 ⁄ 2 cup (125 ml) dry bread crumbs 1 ⁄ 2 cup (125 ml) finely chopped celery 1 ⁄ 4 cup (60 ml) finely chopped onion 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chopped fresh parsley 1 ⁄ 4 cup (60 ml) salad dressing or mayonnaise Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 [...]

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    9 Customer Service Call our toll-free customer service numbers. Please note the model, type, and series number on the grill, or have the grill close by when you call. This will help us answer your question. LIMITED WARRANTY This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years for Hamilton Beach[...]