RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 1 www.t-fal.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 2 Important safeguards When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following : 1. Read all instructions. ENG 2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. 3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid. 4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 3 Save these instructions Short cord instructions A. A short power-supply cord has been provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in, or tripping over, a longer cord. B. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and should ENG be used with caution. C.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 4 Thank you for purchasing this T-FAL appliance designed for domestic use only. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply in the case of commercial use, inappropriate use or failure use to comply with the instructions. Please read the instructions carefully and keep them on hand. T-FAL has an ongoing policy of research and development and may modify these products without prior ENG notice.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 5 For the Ovation model: Reassembling the wooden support: Assemble the appliance by placing the metal base on the wooden base. Tilt the metal base by lifting the side of the unlock button, slide the lugs under a wooden handle (1), and then clip in the other side by pushing the metal base downwards (2).
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 ENG 25/07/06 9:58 Page 6 Never place the stone on the heating element if it is already hot. Only use the stone provided with the appliance or purchased from an approved service centre, and only on the support for which it was designed. Never insert aluminium foil or any other object under the stone or between the heating element and the reflector. Connection and pre-heating For the Ovation model: never heat the product without it being attached to the wooden base.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 7 Allow appliance to pre-heat without the trays, 15 minutes for the raclette or 20 to 30 minutes maximum for the Pierrade®. Thermo-SpotTM (according to the model): the Thermo-Spot turns solid red when the appliance is perfectly preheated and ready to cook. Cooking After pre-heating, the appliance is ready to be used : • For the raclette function, have each guest place a slice of cheese in an individual tray before placing it under the grill plate to melt.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 27/07/06 16:51 Page 8 When using for the first time, the appliance may give off a slight odour or smoke. Do not touch the hot surfaces of the appliance. ENG For the Ovation model: If you wish to move the appliance when it is hot, use only the wooden side handles. After use • Models with on/off switch : Turn the switch to the “off” position: the indicator light will turn off. • Models with adjustable thermostat : Set the thermostat to the off position.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 9 For the Ovation model: In order to make it easier to clean the product, you can dismantle the wooden support. To do this, check that the cord is disconnected. Dismantling the wooden support Press the button (1), lifting the metal base (on the side of the button) (2). Slide this base in order to release the lugs from the handle (3).
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 ENG 25/07/06 9:58 Page 10 For the Ovation model: The product is stored in its assembled state. For easier storage, the trays can be clipped under the product: place the trays upside down (ribs of the handle upwards) and inside out (handles towards the interior of the product) on the wood and clip them in, sliding them into the product. Replace the plate. For the Compact model: Take the part with the heating element out of its removable base.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 11 For Cristal model: Remove the grill plate. Wind the cord around 3 or 4 legs ENG and secure it in one of the cord grips. Place the trays 2 by 2 then slide them underneath the element. Put the grill plate back into place. For the Pierrade® function Remove the stone. According to the model: store the trays in the place provided under the appliance, or put the trays on top of each other in pairs, and then slide them under the heating element.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 12 Raclette A few recipes for 8 people (adjust the quantities for fewer people): Traditional Savoyarde raclette ENG • 3.5 to 4.5 lbs (1,5 kg to 2 kg) raclette cheese • 8 (2,5 kg) baking potatoes • 16 slices of ham • a few red or green peppers • sliced mushrooms • 1 jar of gherkins • 1 jar of pickled onions • canned sweet corn Bake potatoes in their own skins. Cut the cheese in slices, the peppers in slices and chop the mushrooms.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 13 Grilling Egg and bacon Per person: • 1 egg • 1 slice of bacon • a few slices of tomato • a few thin slices of onion • crushed • celery salt • 1 teaspoon of grated cheese • 1 tablespoon of ENG cream • butter • salt • pepper Brown a little butter on the grill plate, and brown the tomatoes, onions and crushed garlic for 3 minutes. Put the vegetables in the trays. Add the bacon and sprinkle the celery salt and grated cheese.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 14 Crêpes (the French name for pancakes) Set the adjustable thermostat (depending on model) to the max position. Pour a small ladle of batter in the middle of the plate. Spread immediately with the spreader (without pressing) in a circular movement from the center. To easily spread the batter, we recommend wiping the spreader after each crêpe and ENG placing the spreader in a glass of water. Leave to cook for about 2 minutes on each side.
RaclGrCrPier T-Fal 07-06 25/07/06 9:58 Page 15 Pierrade® Provide approximately 200 g (7-8 oz.) of ingredients per person: only use fresh products (not frozen or deep-frozen). Remove the nerves and fat from the meat. Remove fish bones. Cut shellfish in two. ENG Cut the meat, fish, fruit and vegetables to be cooked into slices or strips approximately 1/2 cm (1/4 inch) thick and 5 to 6 cm (2 inches) wide: cooking normally sized pieces is not compatible with optimal use of the appliance.
