Admiral SA-8 Use And Care Book Download Page 1

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATIONS

This appliance is for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. It may be plugged into
any 120-volt AC electrical outlet (ordinary household current). Do not
use any other type of outlet.
To avoid burns, caution should be taken when handling the
sandwich maker. The sides of the heating plates are exposed and
may be hot.
During the first few minutes of initial use, you may notice smoke and 
a slight odor. This is normal and will quickly disappear.
HOW TO USE THE SANDWICH MAKER

1. Check to ensure that the heating plates are clean and free from 

dust. If necessary, wipe with a damp cloth.

2. When using the sandwich maker for the first time, brush the 

heating plates with oil, butter or margarine.

3. Close the lid.
4. Plug appliance into a standard electrical outlet. Both the red 

power light and amber ready light will come on; unit will 
immediately begin heating.

5. Allow the appliance to pre-heat for approximately 5 minutes 

while preparing the sandwiches. The amber ready light will 
come on when unit has reached heating temperature.

6. Open sandwich maker; place a slice of bread on the bottom 

plate with the buttered side down. (For golden-toasted 
sandwiches, butter the outside of the bread.)

7. Place filling onto the bread.
8. Place the second slice of bread atop the filling with the buttered 

side up. Carefully close the top of the sandwich maker. Do not 
force shut. Steam will be released between the plates. Caution 
should be taken to prevent hands from coming in contact with 
the steam.

9. Secure the two halves of the sandwich maker with the latch.

10. Toasting time should take approximately 3-5 minutes. Exact 

toasting time will be a matter of taste and will depend on type 
of bread and filling used. The amber ready light turns on and 
off as the unit cycles to maintain ideal heating temperature; this 
prevents overheating. Avoid opening the sandwich maker before 
toasting is completed, as this may cause the sandwich to 
toast poorly.

11. When the sandwiches are toasted to taste, remove the sandwich 

using a plastic or wooden spatula. Do not use metal tongs 
or knives, as this may damage the non-stick coating.

12. Keep the lids closed to preserve the heat until ready for the 

next sandwich.

13. After use, immediately unplug from the electrical outlet. 
14. If sandwiches are not to be consumed immediately, place the 

sandwiches on a paper napkin to absorb condensation. 
To keep hot, place on a rack in an ovenproof dish and warm in 
the oven at about 200°-250°F. Sandwiches will keep for about 
20 minutes and then begin to dry out.

RECIPES 
LEFTOVERS: 
Transform leftovers into toasted sandwiches. Here are a
few suggestions. Butter outside of bread. Place bread slice (buttered
side down) onto the preheated sandwich maker. Add filling, top with
another slice of bread (buttered side up). Lower lid, clamp and toast.
Curried Chicken
1/4 cup finely chopped, cooked chicken
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/4 tablespoon chopped parsley
Combine all ingredients to prepare filling.
Fruit Surprise
1/4 cup leftover canned fruit

1-2 teaspoons sugar

1/4-1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or mixed spice

1 tablespoon sour cream

Combine all ingredients to prepare filling.
Vegetable Medley
1/4 cup leftover cooked vegetables

Salt and freshly ground pepper

2 tablespoons grated American cheese

1/4 teaspoon curry

powder
Combine all ingredients to prepare filling.

Spaghetti or Baked Beans: Use 1/3 cup leftover canned spaghetti or
baked beans.
Roast Beef: Spread inside of bread with cream cheese. Place one to
three pieces of roast beef on bottom slice, as desired. Spread roast beef
with mustard or horseradish sauce. Add top slice of bread and toast.
PIZZA FILLINGS: Butter one side of a slice of bread. Spread the
unbuttered side with 1 teaspoon tomato paste or packaged pizza sauce.
If desired, sprinkle with a little oregano, basil, marjoram or thyme. Add
any of the suggested fillings or improvise with your own ideas.
Note: Soften onions, green pepper and mushrooms in a little butter or
margarine before using in a filling.
Mushroom
1-2 cocktail onions, finely chopped

1 slice American cheese

4 canned whole mushrooms, sliced

1 green olive, sliced

Neapolitan
1 tablespoon chopped anchovies

1 black olive, sliced

1-2 slices mozzarella cheese

1 teaspoon parmesan cheese

2-3 canned mushrooms, sliced

2 rings of green pepper, 

softened in butter

Salami
2 slices salami

1 slice cheddar cheese

2-3 rings onion, softened in butter

1 green olive, sliced

HEALTHY INSPIRATIONS
Ingredients sufficient for 4 triangles, using 4 slices of bread.
Turkey Sandwich
2 asparagus spears

2 slices tomato

2 slices smoked turkey

Creamy Ricotta Sandwich
1/3 cup low-fat ricotta cheese

1 tablespoon raisins

1/2 stalk celery, sliced

Cinnamon or pepper to taste

Chicken Sandwich
2 mushrooms, sliced1/2 green pepper, sliced
2 oz. cooked chicken breast, sliced and skin removed
Crabmeat Sandwich
1/3 cup crabmeat

2 teaspoons low-fat yogurt

Chili powder to taste

2 slices tomato

SWEET TREATS
Caramelized Pineapple
2 tablespoons butter

2 slices pineapple, drained

2 tablespoons brown sugar

4 slices raisin bread

Cream butter and brown sugar. Spread mixture onto the inside of two 
slices of raisin bread. Cut pineapple slices into half lengthwise. Place 
two pineapple slices onto each slice of bread; top with remaining slices 
of bread.
Apple Raisin Toast
4 slices raisin bread

2 teaspoons sugar

1/3 cup stewed apples or canned pie apples 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Place apples onto bread. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
Chocolate Raisin Nut Bread
1/4 cup raisins

2 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

1/2 teaspoon mixed spice

Melted chocolate. 
Combine raisins, walnuts, honey and mixed spices. Place filling onto
bread and cook according to general instructions. Dip half of each
toasted sandwich in melted chocolate. Allow to set.

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable
parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Refer it to qualified personnel if
servicing is needed.
NEVER IMMERSE APPLIANCE IN WATER. UNPLUG AND ALLOW TO
COOL BEFORE CLEANING.
TO CLEAN: 
Do not use steel wool, scouring pads or abrasive cleaners,
as this will damage the finish.
Inside cleaning: Wipe heating plates with absorbent paper toweling or
a soft cloth. Although the heating plates are coated with a non-stick
coating, some filling may still adhere to the sandwich maker. To remove,
simply pour a little cooking oil onto the baked-on food; allow to stand
for 5 to 10 minutes. This should soften the food and make it easy to
remove with absorbent paper toweling or a soft cloth. If the preceding
measure fails to remove the food residue, we suggest wiping the
heating plates with a slightly dampened cloth and a little non-abrasive
detergent.
Outside cleaning: Wipe dry with a soft, dry cloth. The sandwich maker
is designed for cord storage and can be placed in a vertical position
(handles pointed up) for neat and compact storage.
TO STORE: Unplug unit and allow to cool. Store in its box or in a clean,
dry place. Never store it while it is hot or still plugged in. Never wrap
cord tightly around the appliance. 
Do not put any stress on cord where
it enters unit, as this could cause cord to fray and break.

Latch

Handles

Non-stick
Heating Plates

OPERATE ONLY IN THE
CLOSED POSITION.

Red Power
Light

Amber
Ready
Light

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