West Bend PRGR1000 Owner's Manual

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BEFORE USING THE FIRST TIME:  Wipe the exterior with a clean, soft, damp 
cloth.  Dry thoroughly.  Wash the cooking plates, grease cups, warming cup and grill 
scraper in warm, soapy water to remove any manufacturing oils.  Rinse thoroughly 
and dry. 
 
After cleaning, condition the non-stick finish by lightly wiping two teaspoons of 
cooking oil with a paper towel or a soft cloth over the entire surface.  Let the cooking 
oil remain on the finish.  Do not use butter or shortening to condition the non-stick 
surface. 
 
 
 
CONTROL OPERATION:  The control panel is made up of seven push buttons:  
Arrow Down, Arrow Up, Warm, Low, Medium, High and Sear.  There are seven 
indicator lights; Power, Ready and one indicator light for each of the five temperature 
settings.  A timer setting is also available indicated by the 2-digit LCD screen. 
 
 
 
TEMPERATURE SELECTION 

Warm (175°F, 79°C) – Used to keep cooked food warm or to warm-up sandwiches 
when toasting is not desired.  Also recommended for keeping food warm in 
foodservice pans or when used as a chafer. 

Low (250°F, 121°C) – Used to cook thicker cuts which require slower cooking to 
ensure the center is done without overcooking the outside.  Also recommended for 
delicate foods, which would be destroyed by higher temperatures. 

Medium (325°F, 162°C) – Ideal for cooking a variety of foods, meats, fish, 
vegetables and sandwiches.  A common setting for most griddle operations. 

High (400°F, 204°C) – Ideal for browning, grilling and toasting.   

Sear (475°F, 246°C) – Use this setting for searing food products including steaks, 
fish, vegetables, ahi tuna, etc.  This setting is not recommended for cooking as the 
food will burn on the outside long before it has cooked on the inside.  CAUTION:  
Grilling at this temperature may cause grease to splatter.