Question 1

Is the cast iron plate coated with a non-stick coating? One reviewer mentioned that it was easy to puncture the cast-iron coating, while another seemed to indicate that you could season this cast-iron plate like any other piece of cast-iron

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The correct answer is that they offer a choice of 3 different versions of metal plates. One is a non-stick and looks like a Teflon type coating on it. That would not require any seasoning. In addition to non-stick plate option there are also a cast iron version which does need seasoning. It comes covered in a light coating of oil from the factory but you should wash that factory oil off thoroughly since it's there just to prevent rust. After you wash that factory oil off then you need to go through the seasoning process.  The 3rd option is a cast aluminum plate. If you look carefully at the order page, you will see there is a drop down menu that allows you to select which version of the Grill Plate that you would like.

Question 2

What exactly is the other side of the grill top like? Is it completely smooth on the other side?

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One side has 1/4 inch ridges.  The other side is flat with 2 circles about pancake size that take up most of the surface.  Neither the ridges or the circles are very deep, about the depth of the spatula that comes with the grill.

Question 3

Where is this Rackette machine imported from?

Accepted Answer

China.

Question 4

Is the top solid cast iron or coated, please? i have read both.

Accepted Answer

It's coated!!! I just ordered it after reading all these answers that it's not coated.  It is without a doubt coated and feels like there's a plastic layer on top.  We have several cast iron pans and saucers, and none of them are smooth to the touch like this is, even the ones that came seasoned by Lodge.  Arrived Sept 2018.

ASIN	B005VQ0SHI
Best Sellers Rank	#47,226 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #4 in Raclette Grills
Brand Name	Swissmar
Color	Red
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (286)
Global Trade Identification Number	00056975019646
Included Components	Grill Plate
Item Dimensions D x W x H	9.5"D x 16.5"W x 6"H
Item Weight	13.3 pounds
Manufacture Year	2018
Manufacturer	Swissmar
Material	Cast Iron
Other Special Features of the Product	Temperature Control
Part Number	KF-77046
Product Style	Reversible Cast Iron Gril Plate/Crepe Top, Red
UPC	056975019646 781147981574 400008040709 781147947709
Unit Count	1 Count
Voltage	120 volts
Warranty Type	Manufacturer warranty
Wattage	1200 watts

Swissmar Classic Indoor Electric Raclette Grill, Red, Cast Iron, 8-Person

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