Cuisinart Griddler GR40E Instructions page 18

6. QUESTIONS/ANSWERS
WHAT DO I DO IF:
The appliance smokes the first time I use it?
The appliance turns itself off?
The food does not cook?
The barbecued food does not sear, it is
I have different kinds of food to be cooked?
A little cooking juice leaks onto the body of
the appliance?
There's a lot of smoke during cooking?
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ANSWERS
It's normal for the appliance to smoke a little during the first use. Clean with a
damp cloth before turning it on.
Check that the middle control is not in the "O" position and that the appliance is
plugged in.
It is possible that the appliance has overheated. Unplug the appliance and allow to
cool for at least 15 minutes. Turn it on as usual and start your cooking again.
Check the plug is firmly in the outlet and that the cooking mode has been
selected.
Check that the selected temperature or the cooking mode are appropriate for the
food.
Use the grill in the flat position (Plancha, barbecue or combined position) and
cook each food on a different plate, this way the flavours of the foods will not
mingle.
Wait until the appliance has cooled completely then wipe with a hot damp cloth.
Never immerse the base of the appliance in water.
Avoid using too much grease when cooking. Fat releases smoke. Use a brush to
grease dry foods.