George Foreman GF64G - Manual (Page 4)

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GRILL AND GRIDDLE
Since each side of the Grill/Griddle has independent controls and heating elements, you
set use each side at a different temperature.
Important: Slide the drip tray under the front of the grill plate.
PREhEATING ThE GRILL
. Pull the lid handle forward to close the lid.
Note: Do not operate the grill in the open position.
. Turn the left temperature control to OFF.
. Unwind cord and plug into a standard electrical outlet.
Important: Always wear oven gloves when your hands come near the grill.
. Turn the temperature control to the desired temperature – MIN, MED or MAX.
. The grill preheat indicator light comes on to indicate that the elements are heating.
6. When the grill reaches the desired temperature, the light will go out and then cycle on
and off as the thermostat maintains the temperature.
Note: Allow the grill to preheat for at least  minutes before grilling. If desired, use a
kitchen timer.
7. To turn grill off, turn the left temperature control dial to OFF.
PREhEATING ThE GRIDDLE
. Turn the right temperature control to OFF.
. Unwind cord and plug into a standard electrical outlet.
Important: Always wear oven gloves when your hands come near the griddle.
. Turn the temperature control to the desired temperature – MIN, MED or MAX.
. The griddle preheat indicator light comes on to indicate that the elements are heating.
. When the griddle reaches the desired temperature, the light will go out and then cycle
on and off as the thermostat maintains the temperature.
Note: Allow the griddle to preheat for at least  minutes before grilling. If desired, use a
kitchen timer.
6. To turn griddle off, turn the right temperature control dial to OFF.
COOKING
Important: Always wear oven gloves when your hands come near the grill or griddle.
. When the appropriate preheat indicator light goes off, carefully place the items to be
cooked on the bottom grilling plate or the griddle surface with the plastic spatula or a
pair of tongs; do not use your fingers.
Note: If using the grill, use an oven glove to carefully close the lid.
Important Tips:
• Always use heatproof plastic, nylon or wood utensils to avoid scratching nonstick
surface of grilling plate. Never use metal skewers, tongs, forks or knives.
• Don’t wrap food in plastic film or polythene bags. Use cooking foil which will stand the
heat without burning or melting.
• Do not overload grill.
. Allow the food to cook for the desired time.
. Use cooking times found in the SUGGESTED GRILLING CHART. If desired, use a
kitchen timer.
Important: Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.
. After selected time, the food should be done.
Important: Don’t leave food to cool on the grill – remove it while it’s still hot. The
nonstick surfaces will only remain nonstick if it is treated and cleaned properly.
. If using the grill, use an oven glove to carefully open the lid.
6. Remove cooked food with the plastic spatula or tongs.
Note: Always use heatproof plastic, nylon or wood utensils to avoid scratching nonstick
surface of grilling plate. Never use metal skewers, tongs, forks or knives.
7. When you’ve finished, turn all temperature controls to OFF and unplug from the
power outlet.
Important: heat continues to be ON until grill is unplugged.
8. Let the grill and griddle cool completely.
9. Allow drip tray to cool. Use oven globes to remove it from under the grill.
Important: Be sure the liquid in drip tray has cooled before attempting to remove it.
0. Wash and dry the drip tray after each use.
EMPTYING ThE DRIP TRAY
Put on oven gloves, remove the drip tray and empty it into a heatproof bowl; wipe with a
paper towel and replace it under the grill. Use caution as the drip tray may be hot.
Grilling Tips
• Marinate tougher cuts of meat to tenderize them before grilling.
• To avoid drying out meat and fish, do not pierce with a utensil.
• Adjust heat setting gradually and only as necessary. Cooking foods at too high a
temperature can cause them to dry out.
• Better cooking results will be achieved with boneless cuts of meat, chicken and fish.
• Cut the edge of the meat in several places to prevent curling of the meat.
• If grilling more than one item, select foods of even thickness. This will promote
consistent doneness and appearance.
• For grilling small portions, make sure meat is centered on grill. When grilling larger
portions, distribute evenly and allow one inch space between foods to promote
uniform cooking.
• When grilling fish or chicken breast fillets, tuck extremely thin parts under to prevent
overcooking.
• If food is under-cooked when removed from grill, simply return to grill for additional
cooking time.
Important: Use only silicone, plastic and wooden utensils when cooking on the grill.
Silicone utensils are especially good because they do not discolor or melt with the high
temperature.