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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try
to repair it yourself. Contact a qualified appliance repair technician if the product requires
servicing.
Care & Cleaning Instructions
CAUTION:
Unplug from electrical outlet and allow to cool thoroughly before removing the
drip tray or grill plates or cleaning the unit.
WARNING! ALWAYS UNPLUG UNIT WHEN COOKING IS FINISHED. OTHERWISE,
THE PANINI MAKER WILL CONTINUE TO HEAT UNTIL UNIT IS UNPLUGGED.
1. When the Panini Maker has cooled completely and is safe to handle, slide the removable
drip tray out from the front of the unit.
2. Clean drip tray in hot, soapy water.
NOTE:
The removable drip tray is top rack dishwasher safe.
3. Remove the grill plates for easy cleaning. Open the lid to 90º. Press the upper plate release
button on the front of the top lid. (See Figure 1.) The locks will release the grill plate. Pull the
plate forward, then up from the slots on the bottom of the upper lid. (See Figure 6.)
4. Press the lower plate release button on the right side of the base, then pull the plate up,
then out from the slots on the bottom of the lower lid.
5. Brush non-stick grill plates with a clean, brush or cloth. If necessary, clean plates in hot,
soapy water. Remove stubborn stains with a plastic mesh puff or pad. For best results,
use only products with directions stating they are safe for cleaning non-stick cooking
surfaces. Do not use steel wool or coarse scouring pads.
NOTE:
Grill plates are top rack dishwasher safe.
CAUTION:
Never immerse Panini Maker body in water or other liquids.
6. Replace both clean grill plates. Position grease drains and tabs facing inward, fully insert
the 2 tabs into the 2 slots, and press the upper and lower grill plates into the body until
each snap securely into place. (See Figure 7.)
7. Replace the clean removable drip tray under the front of the unit. Push to ensure the drip
tray is fully inserted and resting under the grease drain at the back of the unit.
8. The exterior finish should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft, damp cloth.
Dry thoroughly.
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