When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed. Do not use The PowerXL Grill & Press Plus
until you have read this manual thoroughly.
Save These Instructions – For Household Use Only
Owner’s Manual
Guarantee Information Inside
Model: GMC01B
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Before You Begin
It is very important that you read this entire manual,
ensuring that you are totally familiar with its operation
and precautions.
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4
Parts & Accessories 6
Using the Control Panel 7
General Operating Instructions 8
Cooking Chart 9
Troubleshooting 10
Cleaning & Storage 10
Money-Back Guarantee 11
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. The Main Appliance Housing contains
electrical components and heating elements.
DO NOT IMMERSE it in water or rinse it
under the tap.
3. TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT put liquid of any kind into the Main
Appliance Housing containing the electrical
components.
4. This appliance has a two-prong plug. This
plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. DO NOT ATTEMPT to modify
the plug in any way.
5. MAKE SURE the appliance is properly
plugged into a dedicated wall outlet without
any other appliances on the same outlet.
6. While cooking, the internal temperature
of the appliance reaches several hundred
degrees Fahrenheit. TO AVOID PERSONAL
INJURY, never place hands inside the
appliance unless it is thoroughly cooled.
7. This appliance is NOT INTENDED FOR USE
by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they are given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
8. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.
9. When cooking, DO NOT PLACE the
appliance against a wall or against other
appliances. Leave at least 5 inches of free
space on the back and sides and above the
appliance. Do not place anything on top of
the appliance.
10. DO NOT PLACE your appliance on a
cooktop, even if the cooktop is cool, because
you could accidentally turn the cooktop on,
causing a fire, damaging the appliance, your
cooktop, and your home.
11. DO NOT USE outdoors.
12. DO NOT operate any appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or
dropped. Return appliance to an authorized
service facility for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
13. This appliance should be serviced ONLY
by qualified service technicians. Contact
Customer Service using the information
located on the back of this manual.
14. Keep the appliance and its Power Cable
OUT OF THE REACH of children when
the appliance is in operation or during the
cooling process.
15. KEEP THE POWER CORD AWAY from hot
surfaces. DO NOT PLUG in the Power Cable
or operate the appliance controls with wet
hands.
16. NEVER CONNECT this appliance to an
external timer switch or separate remote-
control system.
17. NEVER use with an extension cord. A short
power-supply cord (or detachable power-
supply cord) is provided to reduce the risk
from becoming entangled in or tripping over
a longer cord.
18. DO NOT OPERATE the appliance on or near
combustible materials, such as tablecloths
and curtains.
19. DO NOT USE the appliance for any purpose
other than described in this manual.
20. NEVER OPERATE the appliance
unattended.
21. WEAR OVEN MITTS when handling hot
components or touching hot surfaces.
WARNING
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
22. Should the appliance emit black smoke,
UNPLUG IMMEDIATELY and wait for
smoking to stop before handling the
appliance. Allow the appliance to cool
and wipe excess oil and grease from the
appliance.
23. Always operate the appliance on a
horizontal surface that is level, stable, and
noncombustible.
24. This appliance is intended for normal
household use only. It is not intended for use
in commercial or retail environments.
25. If the appliance is used improperly or for
professional or semiprofessional purposes or
if it is not used according to the instructions
in the user manual, the guarantee becomes
invalid and Tristar will not be held liable for
damages.
26. Always unplug the appliance after use.
27. Let the appliance cool for approximately
30minutes before handling, cleaning, or
storing.
28. The handle gets very hot. Always use oven
mitts.
29. DO NOT place or use this appliance
near water.
30. DO NOT place the appliance in any container
or small confined space while the appliance is
heated or in operation.
31. Before using your appliance on any
countertop surface or other fragile surface,
such as a glass tabletop, CHECK WITH
YOUR COUNTERTOP MANUFACTURER
OR INSTALLER for recommendations about
using appliances on your surfaces. Some
manufacturers and installers may recommend
protecting your surface by placing a hot
pad or trivet under the appliance for heat
protection. Your manufacturer or installer may
recommend that hot pans, pots, or electrical
appliances should not be used directly on top
of the countertop. If you are unsure, place a
trivet or hot pad under the appliance before
using it.
32. When ready to operate, plug the hardwired
cord into a wall outlet. To disconnect, turn the
temperature knob to the OFF position, then
remove the plug from the wall outlet.
33. DO NOT let the power cord hang over the
edge of a table or counter.
34. The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
35. EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED
when moving an appliance containing hot
oil or other hot liquids or when removing
accessories or disposing of hot grease.
36. Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or
utensils MUST NOT be inserted in the
appliance as they may involve a risk of fire or
electric shock. DO NOT overfill the appliance.
37. DO NOT expose the appliance to corrosive
chemicals or vapors.
38. DO NOT use sharp utensils with the
appliance. These implements can damage
the appliance’s protective non-stick coating.
39. When cleaning the appliance interior, use
ONLY mild, nonabrasive soaps or detergents
applied with a sponge or soft cloth.
40. DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads.
Pieces can break off the pad and touch
electrical parts, creating risks of electric shock.
41. Save these instructions.
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Electric Power
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with
other appliances, your new Appliance may
not operate properly. This Appliance should be
operated on a dedicated electrical circuit.
Shut-Off
You can manually shut off the appliance by
turning the temperature knob to the OFF
position.
Electromagnetic Fields
This appliance complies with all standards
regarding electromagnetic elds. If handled
properly and according to the instructions
in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use
based on scientic evidence available today.
Model Number Supply Power Rated Power Grill Plate Size
GMC01B AC 120V 60Hz 130 0W 10 in. x 8 in.
Appliance Specications
Caution
• Do not operate appliance
without the Grill Plate.
This product can expose you to Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate,
which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information
go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING:
For California Residents
Grounding Instructions
This appliance must be grounded. In the
event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock by providing
an escape wire for the electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord with a
grounding wire and grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded. Consult a qualied
electrician or serviceman if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood or
if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer cord sets or an extension cord
should not be used.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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Parts & Accessories
NOTE: Unpack all listed contents from packaging.
Contents vary by model. Please remove any clear or blue
protective lm on the components before use.
NOTE: The Top and Bottom Grill Plates are
removable. The Top Heating Element is xed
and cannot be removed.
Caution
Wait for all components to cool thoroughly after
use before disassembling. Always handle hot
components with oven mitts while cooking.
NOTE: Ensure that your PowerXL Grill & Press Plus
has been shipped with the components that you ordered
(some accessories may be sold separately). Check
everything carefully before use. If any part is missing or
damaged, do not use this product. Contact customer
service using the number located in the back of the book.
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2
3
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6
LID WITH TOP HEATING
ELEMENT
TOP GRILL PLATE
BOTTOM GRILL PLATE
BOTTOM HEATING ELEMENT
INNER DRIP TRAY
7
APPLIANCE BASE
8
OUTER DRIP TRAY
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Using the Control Panel
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1. Power Light: Plug the appliance in and turn
the Temperature Control Knob to the desired
temperature. Then, the Power Light will
illuminate.
2. Temperature Control Knob: Turn the
Temperature Control Knob to adjust the
temperature.
3. Indicator Light: Darkens when the appliance
has heated to the set temperature. Cycles on
and off during the cooking cycle, indicating
that the appliance is maintaining the desired
temperature.
• Read all material, warning stickers, and labels.
• Remove all packing materials, labels, and stickers.
• Wipe the Grill Plates with a dampened cloth
and wipe dry. Remove the Outer Drip Tray from
the underside of the Appliance Base and wash
the Outer Drip Tray in warm, soapy water using
dish soap. Rinse it under clean running water,
dry it with a clean towel, and return it to the
Appliance Base. Never submerge the Fan, Top
Heating Element, Bottom Heating Element, or
Appliance Base in liquid of any kind. Never wash
the Fan, Top Heating Element, or Bottom Heating
element with liquid.
• Place the appliance on a stable, horizontal, and
level surface. Do not place the appliance on
a surface that is not heat resistant. Ensure that
the appliance is used in an area with good air
circulation and away from hot surfaces and any
combustible materials. Do not place on the stove
top.
• Preheat the appliance for a few minutes to allow
the appliance to burn off the manufacturer’s
protective coating of oil and any remaining
residue.
1. Place the appliance on a stable, level,
horizontal, and heat-resistant surface.
2. Ensure that the the Bottom Grill Plate is
attached to the appliance above the Bottom
Heating Element and that the Top Grill Plate is
attached to the Lid.
3. Ensure that the Outer Drip Tray is inside the
Appliance Base.
4. Plug the power cord into 120V dedicated
outlet.
5. Close the Lid. Set a cooking temperature (see
the “Using the Control Panel” section). Allow the
appliance to preheat. When the appliance has
preheated, the Indicator Light will turn off.
6. Use the handle to open the Lid and place your
food on the Bottom Grill Plate.
IMPORTANT: Do not use food thicker than
2inches. Center and align the food for the
best results.
7. Close the Lid. The Spring Support will adjust
the height of the grill plates to match the size
of the food being cooked so that the lid can
close completely to trap in heat and smoke.
While your food is cooking, periodically check
the Outer Drip Tray. If the Outer Drip Tray is full,
remove any drippings and return the Outer Drip
Tray to the Appliance Base.
8. While your food is cooking, periodically check
the food. When your food is done cooking,
use a plastic or wooden spatula to transfer the
food to a plate or cutting board. DO NOT use
a metal spatula, knives, tongs, or other sharp
metal utensils because they could damage the
nonstick coating on the grill plates.
9. Unplug the appliance and let it cool before
cleaning the appliance (see the “Care &
Cleaning” section).
Using the PowerXL Grill & Press Plus
Before First Use
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General Operating Instructions
Fig.ii
Switching Out the Grill Plate
To remove the Grill Plate from the appliance, open
the lid. Use two hands to hold the two metal handles
on each side of the plate (see Fig. i). Pull straight
upward to remove the plate from the appliance.
NOTE: Let the appliance fully cool before switching
out the Grill Plate. Use oven mitts or heat-resistant
gloves while switching out the Grill plate.
To attach the new plate, turn the plate so the heating
element pattern is aligned to connect to the heating
element. Use two hands to hold the two metal
handles on each side of the plate. Lay the plate
evenly on top of the Bottom Heating Element and
let go of the handles. The plate must be snug and
locked into place.
Fig.i
Removing the Top Grill Plate
Remove the Top Grill Plate for cleaning.
1. Push the top buckle down. The Grill Plate
will spring open.
2. Pull upward to remove the Grill Plate
from the appliance.
Installing the Top Grill Plate
Remove the Top Grill Plate for cleaning.
1. Slide the two bottom Grill Plate grooves
into the bottom grooves (see Fig. ii).
2. Press the top Grill Plate groove into the
buckle until you hear a click.
3. The plate must be snug and locked
into place.
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General Operating Instructions
Cooking Chart
• Be careful not to transfer germs from raw meat
to cooked meat. Use separate utensils and
platters for raw and cooked meat.
• When marinating food, always use a tightly
covered nonmetal dish and turn the food
occasionally. Be sure to refrigerate all meats
while marinating.
• If leftover wet marinade is to be used as a sauce
with the cooked food, be sure to place it in
a small pan and heat to a rolling boil before
serving to eliminate bacterial growth.
• Similar to a stove top frying pan, grease from
high-fat foods, such as bacon or sausage,
may splatter on the countertop. Protect the
countertop as necessary.
• Before grilling, partially cook bone-in chicken,
ribs, and uncooked smoked or fresh sausages
for best results. If not partially cooked, these
meats may become overbrowned on the
outside before the center is done.
• To prevent scratching the coating, use only
nonmetallic utensils. Do not cut food on the
Grill Plate using sharp utensils, such as forks or
knives, that can scratch the cooking surface.
• Do not use steel wool or other metal pads.
They could leave coarse scratches. Always rinse
thoroughly and dry immediately with a soft
towel.
• If food is cooking unevenly, make sure to spread
out the food evenly on the grill plate.
Tips
Food Item Time Internal Temperature It's Done When
Fish 12–15 mins. (1-in. thick) 145° F/63° C Opaque/Flaky Texture
Shrimp 2–4 mins. (per side) 145° F/63° C Opaque & Red Edges
Chicken Drumsticks 30–45 mins. 165° F/74° C Juice Runs Clear
Chicken Wings 20–25 mins. 165° F/74° C Juice Runs Clear
Kabobs 12–15 mins. - Your Preference
Steak 3–9 mins. (per side)
140° F/60° C–165° F/74°
C
Your Preference
Pork Chops 20–25 mins. 155° F/68° C No Pink Meat
Burgers 10–15 mins. 160° F/71° C Your Preference
Sausages 15–25 mins. 155° F/68° C No Pink Meat
Bacon 1–2 mins. (per side) - Crispy
• Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature.
• Cooking times are suggested and will vary depending on the thickness of the food and personal preferences.
Foods can be grilled at maximum temperature. However, you may wish to reduce the temperature for
certain items. Low temperatures will keep foods warm once cooked.
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Cooking Guidelines & Tips
• Make sure the Power Cord is plugged
into an electrical socket.
• Make sure you have set the temperature
higher than 200° F/93° C.
• The appliance may not be able to draw enough
operating power from the outlet. Try switching
the Power Cord to an outlet that has no other
appliances attached to it.
• If the lid is not forming a good seal, the food
may be too thick. The maximum food thickness
for the spring mechanism is 2 inches (5 cm).
Reduce the food's thickness to create a good
smokeless seal.
• If food is undercooked or overcooked, change
the cooking time and temperature accordingly.
• If food is cooking unevenly, make sure to spread
out the food evenly on the Grill Plate.
If Your Appliance Is Not Working Properly
• Clean the appliance after each use. DO NOT
soak or submerge the appliance base in water
or wash in a dishwasher.
• Before cleaning, be sure to unplug the cord
from the outlet. If necessary, wipe the cord with
a damp cloth.
• Allow the appliance to cool completely before
cleaning. Grill Plate and Outer Drip Tray can be
placed in the bottom rack of the dishwasher or
washed by hand. The Appliance Base and Inner
Drip Tray can be washed by hand with a warm,
damp cloth and mild cleaning liquid. Do not
submerge the Appliance Base in water.
• Always be sure to wash the grill surface after
each use to remove any grease that may have
accumulated. To keep grease from dripping
outside of the base, always ensure that you
are using your grill on a level surface and that
the Outer Drip Tray and Inner Drip Tray are
completely clear of food particles.
• Do not use scouring pads or harsh cleaners on
this unit. If necessary, use a nylon bristle brush or
plastic scrubbing pad.
• If any other service needs to be performed,
contact Customer Service using the contact
information on the back of this manual.
Care & Cleaning
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Troubleshooting, Care & Cleaning
• Unplug the appliance and let it cool thoroughly.
• Make sure the appliance is clean and dry.
• Place the appliance in a clean, dry place.
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Storage
90-Day Money-Back Guarantee
The PowerXL Grill & Press Plus is covered by a 90-day money-back guarantee. If you are not 100%
satised with your product, return the product and request a replacement product or refund. Proof
of purchase is required. Refunds will include the purchase price, less processing and handling.
Follow the instructions in the Return Policy below to request a replacement or refund.
Replacement Guarantee Policy
Our products, when purchased from an authorized retailer, include a 1-year replacement guarantee
if your product or component part does not perform as expected, the guarantee extends only to
the original purchaser and is not transferable. If you experience an issue with one of our products
within 1 year of purchase, return the product or the component part for replacement with a
functionally equivalent new product or part. The original proof of purchase is required, and you are
responsible to pay to return the appliance to us. In the event a replacement appliance is issued, the
guarantee coverage ends six (6) months following the receipt date of the replacement appliance or
the remainder of the existing guarantee, whichever is later. Tristar reserves the right to replace the
appliance with one of equal or greater value.
Return Policy
If, for any reason, you would like to replace or return the product under the money-back guarantee,
your order number can be used as the return merchandise authorization number (RMA). If the
product was purchased in a retail store, return the product to the store or use “RETAIL” as the
RMA. Return your product to the address provided below for a replacement, which will incur no
additional processing and handling fees, or for the refund of your purchase price, less processing
and handling. You are responsible for the cost of returning the product. You can locate your order
number at www.customerstatus.com. You can call customer service at 973-287-5108 or email
[email protected] for any additional questions. Pack the product carefully and include in
the package a note with (1) your name, (2) mailing address, (3) phone number, (4) email address,
(5) reason for return, and (6) proof of purchase or order number, and (7) specify on the note
whether you are requesting a refund or replacement. Write the RMA on the outside of the package.
Send the product to the following return address:
PowerXL Grill & Press Plus
Tristar Products
500 Returns Road
Wallingford, CT 06495
If the replacement or refund request has not been acknowledged after two weeks, please contact
Customer Service at 973-287-5108.
Refund
Refunds requested within the money-back guarantee timeframe will be issued to the payment
method used at purchase if the item was purchased directly from Tristar. If the item was purchased
from an authorized retailer, proof of purchase is required, and a check will be issued for the item and
sales tax amount. Processing and handling fees are non-refundable.
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