Use & Care Manual

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Note: Always use silicone, heatproof plastic or wood utensils to avoid scratching
nonsticksurfaceofgrillplates.Neverusemetalspatulas,skewers,tongs,forks
or knives.
8. When nished cooking, turn the On/O (I/0) switch OFF (O) and unplug the
appliance.
Important: Heat will continue to be ON until the On/O (I/0) switch is pressed or
the appliance is unplugged.
9. Allow liquid in drip tray to cool before removing it from under grill. Wash and dry
drip tray after each use.
GRILLING CHART
The following times are meant to be used as a guideline only. The times reflect a full
grill of food. Cooking time will depend upon thickness and cut being used. Use a
meat thermometer as a test for doneness. If the food needs longer cooking, check
periodically to avoid overcooking the food.
FOOD COOKING TIME COMMENTS
MEAT
Fresh hamburger (5 oz.) 4 – 6 minutes ¾-inch thick
Cooked to medium (160ºF)
Frozen hamburger
(5 oz.)
5 – 6 minutes ¾-inch thick
Cooked to medium (160ºF)
Flank steak (¾ lb.) 6 – 8 minutes ¾-inch thick
Cooked to medium rare
(145ºF)
Skirt steak (½ lb.) 4 – 6 minutes ¾-inch thick
Cooked to medium (160°F)
NYstripsteak/Shell
steak (6 oz.)
6 – 8 minutes ¾-inch thick
Cooked to medium rare
(145ºF)
Beef tenderloin (5 oz.) 4 – 6 minutes ¾-inch thick
Cooked to medium rare
(145ºF)
Beef kabobs 5 – 7 minutes Cooked to medium (160ºF)
Pork loin chops,
boneless
4 – 6 minutes ¾-inch thick
Cooked to 160ºF
Pork loin chops, bone in 4 – 6 minutes ½ -inch thick
Cooked to 160ºF
Sausage, link or patty 4 – 6 minutes Cooked to 160°F
Hot dogs 4 – 5 minutes Cooked to 168°F
Bacon 6 – 8 minutes Cook until crisp
Smoked pork loin
chops, boneless
4 – 6 minutes Cooked to 160ºF
Lamb chops, loin 5 – 7 minutes ¾-inch thick
Cooked to medium (160ºF)
FOOD COOKING TIME COMMENTS
POULTRY
Chicken breast,
boneless and skinless
(8 oz.)
11 – 13 minutes Cooked to 170ºF
Chicken tenderloins (4
to 6 pieces)
4 – 6 minutes Cooked to 170ºF
Turkey tenderloin (½ lb.) 9 – 11 minutes Cooked to 170ºF
Turkey burgers (5 oz.) 4 – 6 minutes Cooked to 170ºF
FISH
Tilapia fillets (6 oz., ea.) 5 – 7 minutes Cooked to 145ºF
Trout fillet (6 oz.) 4 – 6 minutes Cooked to 145ºF
Salmon fillet (8 oz.
piece)
5 – 7 minutes Cooked to 145ºF
Salmon steak (6 – 8 oz.) 7 – 9 minutes Cooked to 145ºF
Tuna steak (6 oz.) 4 – 6 minutes Cooked to 145ºF
Shrimp 3 – 4 minutes Cooked to 145ºF
Please Note: To be sure your food is fully cooked the USDA recommends the follow-
ing guidelines. Use a kitchen timer. Using a meat thermometer, test for doneness by
insertingthethermometerintothecenterofthefoodbeingcooked;makesurethe
thermometer is not touching the bone or grill plates.
FOOD TO BE COOKED MEDIUM WELL DONE OR
FULLY COOKED
Chicken breast 170ºF
Chicken thigh 180ºF
Beef / Lamb / Veal 160ºF 170ºF
Pork 160ºF
Reheated cooked meats and
poultry
165ºF