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PARTS
AND FEATURES
1. Top Cover
Solid construction with stainless steel, self-
adjusting cover
2. Stainless Steel Handle
Sturdy stainless steel handle adjusts cover to
accommodate thickness
of food
3. Removable and Reversible
Cooking Plates
Nonstick and dishwasher safe for
easy cleanup
a. Grill Side: Perfect for grilling
steak, burgers,
chicken and vegetables
b. Griddle Side: Prepare flawless pancakes,
eggs, bacon and seared foods
4. Control Panel and Display
(see page 5)
5. Drip Tray
Collects grease and removes from
base for easy cleanup (top rack dishwasher safe)
6. Drip Spout
Allows grease to drip into the drip tray
7. Cleaning/Scraping Tool
Helps clean grill and griddle plates after
cooking (top rack dishwasher safe)
8. Plate Release Buttons
Push in to release and remove
cooking plates
9. Hinge Release Lever
Allows the cover to extend back for cooking
in the flat position
10. BPA Free
All parts that come in contact with food are
BPA free
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
Remove all packing materials and any
promotional labels or stickers from your grill. Be
sure all parts (listed under Parts and Features)
of your new appliance have been included
before discarding any packing materials. You
may want to keep the box and packing materials
for use at a later date.
ATTENTION: Be sure to unpack your new
Cuisinart
®
Griddler
®
Five carefully.
It comes with two accessories:
an integrated drip tray inserted at the base of
the unit, and a scraping tool. The Griddler
®
Five
base and cover will become hot during cooking.
If you need to adjust the cover or to lay the
product in the flat position, be sure to use an
oven mitt to protect your hand. The reversible
grill and griddle plates are interchange-
able.
Before using your Cuisinart
®
Griddler
®
Five for
the first time, remove any dust from shipping by
wiping the base, cover and controls with a damp
cloth. Thoroughly clean cooking plates, drip tray
and scraping tool. Refer to Assembly
Instructions for plate removal.