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Note:
Batter tends to expand during the cooking process, and may spill from the cooking plates if
they have been overfilled. To prevent this from happening, we recommend filling the cooking plates
to no more than 3/4 full, so that the batter has room to expand as itcooks.
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The normal cooking time for waffles is between 3-6 minutes for each waffle.
Tips:
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Always preheat your sandwich maker fully.
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Ensure the lid of the sandwich maker is down whilst preheating.
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Butter, margarine and olive oil can all be used to coat the outside of your bread. Light/Low fat
versions of margarines are not recommended as they do not withstand heat.
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Fillings: Try to use canned or pre-cooked fruit as fresh fruit may give off excessive juices when
heated. Be careful when biting into toasted sandwiches containing fillings such as cheese and
tomato or jam as they retain heat and can burn if eaten too quickly.
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Processed cheeses tend to ‘run’ under higher temperatures.
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Pat moist ingredients (such as sliced tomatoes and fruits) dry before adding to your sandwich.
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Due to the non-stick cooking plates, it is not necessary to use any butter or margarine on the
outside of your toasted snacks.
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The grill is ideal for toasting most types of bread (white, wholemeal, kibbled wheat, wholegrain
etc), as well as artisan breads (Focaccia, Panini, Turkish bread etc). Raisin bread, brioche or
other sweet breads which contain high sugar content will tend to brown quicker.
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The sandwich maker is ideal for toasting plain breads and Turkish bread, without any fillings
or spreads. Try toasting Turkish bread with jams for a great alternative to standard breads at
breakfast.
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Vegetables can be cooked on skewers, or straight on to the grill. If you are using bamboo
skewers, be sure to soak them in water first. Wash and dry vegetables that you wish to use.
Vegetables such as mushrooms and asparagus can be cooked whole on the grill pan. Grill
vegetables until they are tender and lightly charred all over. Parboil potatoes, carrots and beets
before grilling. Dry them off and brush with oil, then grill. Vegetables such as courgette and
aubergine need to be brushed lightly with oil before grilling. Bell peppers don’t require any oil.
Troubleshooting:
Questions
Answers
Do the indicator
lights show when my
sandwich is done?
No. The indicator lights only indicate power, and that the snack maker
has reached the correct temperature. Ensure you do not leave the snack
maker unattended during use.
How long will it take
to make a toasted
sandwich?
Generally the sandwiches will be ready approximately 3 – 6 minutes after
adding them to the snack maker, depending on your preference.
We recommend toasting your sandwiches for around five minutes.
Why are my fillings
spilling over during
cooking?
You may have added too many fillings to your sandwiches. Ensure that
no fillings are ‘overflowing’ when you add the sandwich to the snack
maker. Fillings such as cheese and jam reach very high temperatures
when heated and can spill over.
Cleaning & Care:
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This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts.
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Do not try to repair it yourself. Refer it to qualified personnel if servicing needed.
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Always unplug the sandwich maker from the power source and wait until it cools down before
cleaning.
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Dry the plates with a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Brush crumbs from the grooves, and
wipe them with a damp cloth and mild soap.
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Never immerse in water. Avoid using scratching or sharp utensils, as they will scratch the non-
stick surface.
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Do not use cleansers or oven cleaners on the heating plates.
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Use a damp cloth with mild soap to clean the handle and outer surfaces.
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Should any filling be difficult to remove, pour a little cooking oil onto the plate and wipe off
after 5 minutes, when the filling has softened.
Storage:
To store your appliance:
1.
Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and clean as above.
2.
After cleaning, allow the appliance to dry fully before using again. Do not use the appliance if
damp. Ensure the appliance is completely clean and dry before storing.
3.
Store on a flat, dry, level surface, preferably in its original packaging, and out of reach of
children.
