Contact Grill
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USA: 1-800-851-8900
Canada : 1-800-267-2826
México: 01 800 71 16 100
READ BEFORE USE
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Know Your Grill
1. Cover
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.
2. Nonstick Grill Surfaces
3. Base
4. Drip Cup
5. Adjustable Temperature Control*
6. Power Light
7. Removable Grids*
*Removable Grids
(available on select models)
*Adjustable Temperature
Contol
(available on select models)
The Adjustable Temperature Control
model offers 3 heat settings: Low,
Medium, and High, and the settings in
between.
The recipes and Grilling Chart were
developed using the High setting.
However the additional heat settings
can be used for even more versatile
grilling options.
The Medium setting can be used for
thick cuts of meat or bone-in cuts that
should be thoroughly cooked, such as
pork or poultry. These settings will
assure proper cooking without drying
out the meat.
Variable Heat Model
The Low setting should be used to
hold food at serving temperature.
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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.
5. Use a hot mitt and carefully lift grill
cover and
check food to
see if cooked
2. Brush grilling surfaces with oil or
to desired
spray with nonstick cooking spray.
degree. Do
3. Preheat 6 minutes with cover closed.
Variable Heat Grill: Select heat set-
ting before preheating. See page 3
for more information.
not cut food
on nonstick
grilling surface.
4. When preheated, raise grill cover.
Place food to be cooked onto grill
and lower grill cover. Always use grill
with drip cup in place.
6. When food is cooked to desired
degree, remove the food and
unplug the grill. Let cool slightly
before cleaning.
NOTE: Meats cooked on a contact grill
will have more of a steamed, rather
than grilled, appearance.
Tips for Easy Grilling
ALWAYS PREHEAT THE GRILL
6 MINUTES WITH COVER
CLOSED BEFORE USING.
Use vegetable cooking spray for
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convenient, stick-free grilling. Or if
you prefer, brush grill surfaces with
vegetable oil before preheating.
Read the Grill Use & Care Guide
before starting to grill.
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Use plastic utensils on the nonstick
grill surfaces. Do not use metal uten-
sils as they will damage the nonstick
surface.
Grill cooking is so easy because you
can brown meats, cook onions, grill
vegetables, “stir-fry” dishes, steam
fish and toast sandwiches.
Plan ahead for quick meals by freez-
ing boneless chicken breasts and
burger patties for future meals. Place
individual servings on a baking sheet
and freeze. When frozen, place in
plastic bags. To grill, see the “Grilling
Chart” on page 5.
Use the grill to “prep and cook”
foods for traditional range-top
recipes: brown ground beef for
spaghetti sauce or stir-fry beef strips
for a Chinese dish. Since the grill
cooks top and bottom at the same
time, there’s no need to stir while
cooking.
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Cleanup is easy! Let grill cool down.
Wipe grill surfaces with damp paper
towel or dish cloth.
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Cook “guilt-free” French fries
without the extra oil or make perfect
French toast that doesn’t need to be
turned during cooking.
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PREHEAT GRILL 6 MINUTES
WITH COVER CLOSED.
The following times are guidelines. Always cook with the cover closed.
Variable Heat Grill: Select a heat setting before preheating.
Grilling Chart
FOOD
COOK TIME
DONENESS
Beef strip steak, boneless,
fresh (8 oz/225g)
5 min.
Slightly pink in center; brown
on outside
Chicken breast, boneless,
fresh (4-6 oz/115-170 g)
5-8 min.
10-12 min.
6-8 min.
No longer pink in center
No longer pink in center
Fish looks white
Chicken breast, boneless,
frozen (4 oz/115 g)
Fish fillet squares, frozen
(about 2 oz/55 g)
Frankfurter (hot dog)
5 min.
5-7 min.
10-12 min.
6-8 min.
Heated through
Hamburger, fresh (4 oz/115 g)
Hamburger, frozen (4 oz/115 g)
No longer pink in center
No longer pink in center
No longer pink in center
Pork chops, boneless, fresh
(4 oz/115 g, 3⁄4" [2 cm] thick)
Pork chops, boneless, frozen
(4 oz/115 g)
10-12 min.
No longer pink in center
Vegetables (frozen)
6 min.
Cooked through
Peppers and onions
Potato wedges, frozen
Stir-fry vegetable mix
8 min.
6 min.
Cooked through
Tender-crisp
Vegetables (fresh)
Broccoli florets
6 min.
5 min.
Tender-crisp
Tender-crisp
Green or red bell pepper
strips
Mushrooms, sliced
Onions, sliced
6 min.
4 min.
Tender-crisp
Soft
4 min.
Zucchini or summer squash,
sliced
Tender-crisp
4-5 min.
Grilled Cheese or
Cheese and Ham
Golden brown on outside;
melted cheese
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Cleaning
NOTE: If your grill has removable grids, 5. Do not use steel wool or any type
see the following section.
of abrasive cleaner to clean the grill,
as it will damage the nonstick grilling
surface, and void the warranty.
1. Unplug grill from electrical outlet and
allow to cool slightly.
6. Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe
2. Wipe grilling surfaces with a paper
clean the outside of grill.
towel to remove drippings.
7. Empty drip cup. Wash drip cup and
spatula/scraper in hot, soapy water.
Rinse and dry. (They can also be put
in top rack of dishwasher.)
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
amount of
8. The grill can be stored, closed and
dishwashing
upright, sitting on the hinge side.
detergent to
TO PROTECT AGAINST RISK OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT
IMMERSE THE GRILL IN WATER.
DO NOT CLEAN THE GRILL IN THE
DISHWASHER.
scrub grilling
surfaces. See
illustration.
Rinse out
sponge and
wipe surfaces
clean. Use a clean, damp cloth to
wipe surfaces again.
Removable Grids (on select models)
1. Unplug grill from electrical outlet and
3. Wash grids in hot soapy water.
allow to cool.
Rinse then dry. Grids may also be
washed in dishwasher.
2. While holding grid, slide locking tab
to release
Locking Tab
grid. Open
grill flat and
repeat with
other grid.
when
removing
grids,
removing
top grid first.
When
replacing grids, replace bottom grid
first.
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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 31⁄2-inch (9 cm) patties. Place patties on grill. Close lid and
cook 5 to 7 minutes or until beef is no longer pink. Serve on English muffins. Top
with pizza sauce, if desired. Makes 4 servings.
Grilled Ham & Cheese Special
8 slices rye bread
Thousand Island or Russian salad dressing
8 ounces (225 g) thinly sliced ham
4 ounces (115 g) thinly sliced Swiss cheese
1 cup (250 ml) deli coleslaw
Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. On half of the bread,
spread salad dressing. Top with ham, cheese, and coleslaw. Top with remaining
bread. Close lid and cook sandwiches for 5 minutes or until heated through and
cheese melts. Makes 4 servings.
Turkey Garden Burgers
1 pound (450 g) lean ground turkey
1 cup (250 ml) shredded carrot and zucchini
2 tablespoons (30 ml) finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon (15 ml) finely chopped fresh parsley
4 whole wheat or white sandwich buns
Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. Combine turkey, carrot
and zucchini, onion, and parsley; mix well. Shape mixture into two or four 31⁄2-inch
(9 cm) patties. Place patties on grill. Close lid and cook 5 to 6 minutes or until
turkey is no longer pink. Serve on buns. Top with low-fat mayonnaise, lettuce and
tomato, if desired. Makes 4 servings.
Pepperoni Pizzawiches
4 English muffins, split
32 pepperoni slices
4 slices Cheddar or American cheese
8 tomato slices
Dried oregano leaves, crushed
Preheat grill for 5 minutes. On half of muffin halves, layer pepperoni, cheese, and
tomato. Sprinkle with oregano. Top with remaining muffin halves. Close lid and
grill 5 minutes or until cheese melts. Makes 4 servings.
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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 minutes. For burgers, combine all
ingredients and mix well. Shape mixture into two or four 31⁄2-inch (9 cm) patties.
Close lid and cook 5 minutes or until burgers are lightly browned and
heated through. Makes 4 servings.
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 8 ounces [225 g])
1 egg white, beaten slightly
1⁄4 cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
6 cups (1.5 L) coarsely cut-up romaine lettuce
2 green onions, sliced
1⁄2 cup (125 ml) croutons
Caesar salad dressing
Spray grill with cooking spray. Preheat grill for 5 minutes. Dip chicken into egg
white and then coat with cheese. Place chicken on grill. Close lid and cook 7 to 9
minutes or until no longer pink. Remove and let cool slightly. Cut chicken into
strips. Combine lettuce, green onions, croutons, and sliced chicken. Add enough
salad dressing to taste. Toss to coat. Makes 4 servings.
Steamed Shrimp
1 pound (450 g) large shrimp with shells
1⁄4 cup (60 ml) vinegar
1⁄4 cup (60 ml) water
1 tablespoon (15 ml) shrimp/crab boil seasoning
1⁄2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
Preheat grill for 5 minutes. Arrange shrimp in a single layer on grill. Pour combined
vinegar and water over all. Sprinkle with seasoning and salt. Close lid and cook 3
to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Makes 6 appetizers.
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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.
This warranty applies to products purchased in the U.S. or Canada.
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 Portfolio products, one (1) year for Hamilton Beach
products or one hundred eighty (180) days for Proctor-Silex products from the date of
original purchase, except as noted below. During this period, we will repair or replace this
product, at our option, at no cost. THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY LIABILITY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT
EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AND ALL CLAIMS FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. There is no warranty with
respect to the following, which may be supplied with this product: glass parts, glass
containers, cutter/strainer, blades, and/or agitators. This warranty extends only to the
original consumer purchaser and does not cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse,
neglect, use for commercial purposes, or any use not in conformity with the printed
directions. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal
rights which vary from state to state, or province to province. Some states or provinces do
not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental or consequential damages,
so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
If you have a claim under this warranty, DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO THE
STORE! Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER. (For faster service please have
model, series, and type numbers ready for operator to assist you.)
CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS
In the U.S. 1-800-851-8900
In Canada 1-800-267-2826
hamiltonbeach.com or proctorsilex.com
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
HAMILTON BEACH PROCTOR-SILEX,INC.
PROCTOR-SILEX CANADA,INC.
Picton, Ontario K0K 2T0
263 Yadkin Road
Southern Pines, North Carolina 28387
hamiltonbeach.com proctorsilex.com
hamiltonbeach.com.mx proctorsilex.com.mx
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