INSTRUCTION MANUAL WAFFLE MAKER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL WAFFLE MAKER

Contents Introduction 2 Retro Diner Waffle Maker Features 3 Before using your Retro Diner Waffle Maker 4 Operating your Retro Diner Waffle Maker 4 Cleaning your Retro Diner Waffle Maker 5 Recipes 6-7 Topping Suggestions 8 Important Safety Instructions 8 Product Guarantee 9 Product Returns 9 WEE Information 10 Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your Retro Diner Waffle Maker from Gourmet Gadgetry, a culinary innovation allowing you to whip up 5 mini heart shaped waffles or one big waffle in a matter of minutes. Add a touch of flair to baking and experience the delight of creating fresh mini waffles for a tasty treat or just a snack. Before using your Retro Diner Waffle Maker read this user guide carefully and retain for future reference. 2

Waffle Maker features Before using your Retro Diner Waffle Maker for the first time make sure that it is thoroughly clean and dry. Refer to the cleaning instructions on page 5 of this user guide. Before using your Waffle Maker Before using your Retro Diner Waffle Maker for the first time make sure that you: Remove the Waffle Maker from its packaging. Lid Catch Latch Clean the baking plates with a soft damp cloth and then thoroughly dry. Completely unwind the mains cable. Place the Waffle Maker on a dry level heat resistance surface away from any other appliances or objects. Always coat the baking plates with a little oil spray before every use. Your Retro Diner Waffle Maker is now ready to use. Premium Non-Stick Baking Plates Operating your Waffle Maker 1. Ensure your Waffle Maker is clean and dry. 2. Position your Waffle Maker on a flat surface or table close to a plug socket. Top & Bottom Casing Power (red) & Ready (green) Lights 3. Plug the power lead into a suitable plug socket; this will automatically turn the machine on. 4. Close your Waffle Maker and pre-heat it for a few minutes. The green and red lights will be illuminated indicating that the machine is preheating. When the green indicator light switches off the machine is ready to use. 5. Once ready to use make sure that each plate has been coated with an oil spray. REMEMBER that the baking plates are very hot; DO NOT touch these with your hands. 6. Add one ladle sized amount of waffle batter and pour into the centre of the bottom baking plate, the mixture will gradually move and fill out the remaining cavities. DO NOT overfill each cavity as the mixture will expand and damage the appliance. 7. Carefully close the lid and clip shut the latch and allow your waffle to bake for 6-8 minutes. Waffle Maker Parts: Power (red) & Ready (green) Lights Lid Catch Latch Top & Bottom Casing Premium Non-Stick Baking Plates 8. During cooking the temperature regulating thermostat maintains an even temperature. You may therefore notice the indicator flickering. 9. Steam will come out of the machine as your waffles cook, this is normal. 10. After 8 minutes you can test that the waffles are ready by inserting a toothpick into the middle of one. (If the toothpick comes out clean, your waffles are ready). 11. Switch off the machine and leave to cool for a few minutes before removing with a wooden or plastic utensil. 12. Add any toppings as desired. www.gourmetgadgetry.com for more serving suggestions and recipe ideas. 3 4

Cleaning your Waffle Maker Follow these simple steps to clean and maintain your Waffle Maker after each use: 1. Turn your Waffle Maker OFF by unplugging it from the mains. 2. Allow the machine to completely cool down. 3. Clean the top and bottom casing with a soft damp cloth and then dry with a kitchen/ paper towel. 4. Open the Waffle Maker and wipe away any excess mixture on the baking plates with a soft damp cloth and then dry with a kitchen/paper towel. Make sure that both the top and bottom baking plates are thoroughly cleaned and dried. 5. Once your Waffle Maker is clean and dry it is ready to be packed back in its box ready for the next use. 6. Make sure to NEVER immerse the Waffle Maker in water, other liquids or use in a dishwasher. There is danger to life due to risk of electric shock and will also damage the appliance. 7. When cleaning NEVER use abrasive cleaning agents or sharp objects (e.g. scrubbing brush or a knife) for cleaning. Recipes Plain Waffles Ingredients: 250g of plain flour 20g of caster sugar 270ml of milk 2 eggs 25ml of vegetable oil 2 teaspoons of baking powder 1 teaspoon of salt The mixture will make approximately 6 large waffles or 30 mini heart shaped waffles. Instructions: 1. Place the flour, caster sugar, baking powder and salt into a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly. 2. In a separate bowl beat together the eggs and milk. 3. Add the egg and milk mixture, as well as the vegetable oil to all of the dry ingredients and mix together thoroughly until all the lumps have disappeared. 4. Pre-heat your Retro Diner Waffle Maker by plugging the power lead in to a mains socket. 5. Spray both the bottom and top baking plates with a little spray oil. (This eliminated any chance of the mixture sticking to the plates). 6. Use one ladle of your waffle mixture and gently pour to the centre of the bottom plates. The mixture will spread to the edges itself. DO NOT use more than one ladle of mixture as it will expand with cooking and will damage the latch if overfilled. 7. Close the lid (making sure that the latch is secure). 8. Leave for 6-8 minutes and check to see if your waffles are cooked as per the instructions on page 4. Once you are happy that your waffles are cooked switch off the machine by unplugging the power lead and mains socket and leave to cool down for a couple of minutes before removing with a wooden or plastic utensil. 9. You can now add your choice of favourite toppings. 5 6

Recipes Chocolate Waffles Ingredients: 250g of plain flour 35g of unsweetened cocoa powder Topping suggestions Once you have made your waffles it s time to add some exciting toppings. The ideas are endless, here are a few: Whipped cream with strawberries Maple syrup with sliced bananas Warm chocolate sauce Whipped cream and chopped nuts 20g of caster sugar 270ml of milk 2 eggs 25ml of vegetable oil 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence 2 teaspoons of baking powder ½ teaspoon of salt The mixture will make approximately 6 large waffles or 30 mini heart shaped waffles. Instructions: 1. Place the flour, caster sugar, baking powder, cocoa powder and salt into a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly. 2. In a separate bowl beat together the eggs and milk. 3. Add the egg and milk mixture, as well as the vegetable oil and vanilla essence to all of the dry ingredients and mix together thoroughly until all lumps have disappeared. 4. Pre-heat your Retro Diner Waffle Maker by plugging the power lead into the mains socket. 5. Spray both the bottom and top baking plates with a little spray oil. (This eliminates any chance of your mixture sticking to the plates). 6. Use one ladle of your waffle mixture and gently pour to the centre of the bottom plate. The mixture will spread to the edges itself. DO NOT use more than one ladle of mixture as it will expand with cooking and will damage the latch if overfilled. 7. Close the lid (making sure that the latch is secure). 8. Leave for 6-8 minutes and check to see if your waffles are cooked as per the instructions on page 4. Once you are happy that your waffles are cooked switch off the machine by unplugging the power lead from the mains socket and leave to cool down for a couple of minutes before removing with a wooden or plastic utensil. 9. You can now add your choice of favourite toppings. Important safety information When using the Waffle Maker, the standard safety precautions listed below must be followed: 1. Read all instructions carefully before using the appliance and retain this user guide for future reference. 2. This appliance is for household use only. 3. Do not operate this appliance if the base unit, cable or mains plug are showing any sign of damage. 4 This appliance should not be assembled or operated by children. 5. Never leave this appliance unattended whilst in use. 6. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or come into contact with a hot surface. 7. If any mixture spills out of the cavities or down the sides of the baking plates always switch off the machine and let it cool down completely before cleaning. 8. Do not immerse the Waffle Maker in water or any other liquid as this may cause injury due to electric shock and will also damage the appliance. 9. Before cleaning always turn off the power by switching off the mains socket and unplugging the power lead. 10. Never use harsh or abrasive cleaning fluids on this appliance (Refer to the cleaning instructions on page 6). 11. Always store your Waffle Maker in its box in a dry location. 7 8

Product guarantee The top quality Waffle Maker has been designed to be durable for recreational home use only. It is guaranteed for 1 year from the original date of purchase. This appliance is guaranteed against electrical defects as well as parts, as long as it has been used purely for your own domestic use and you have carefully followed our instructions in this user guide. Register Your Product To activate your products guarantee period of one year from the date it was purchased please fill out the online registration form at: https://www.gourmetgadgetry.com/productregistration.html Failure to register will mean your product will NOT qualify for the 1 year guarantee. The guarantee in no way affects your rights under statutory law. Please be aware that if there is a problem with your product within the guarantee period then proof of purchase will be required. WEEE information Dispose of packaging material, such as plastic and boxes, in the appropriate waste containers When this product reaches the end of its useful life do not dispose of it by putting it in a dustbin; hand it in at a collection point for the rescue of electrical and electronic equipment. Please refer to the symbols on the product, the user s instructions or the packaging. The materials can be re-used as indicated. Your help in re-use, recycling or other means of making use of old electrical equipment will make an important contribution to the protection of the environment. Contact your local authority for the address of the appropriate collection point in your neighbourhood. Problems with your Retro Diner Waffle Maker If your Waffle Maker is damaged when you first take it out the box, breaks down or has a fault please return it immediately to the place that you purchased it along with the original receipt. Returning your Retro Diner Waffle Maker Please check and follow the retailer s returns policy and procedures. Customer Service: Gourmet Gadgetry Ltd Unit 4 The Grove Industrial Estate Park Road Swanley, Kent BR8 8AJ, UK +44 (0)1322 90 10 25 sales@gourmetgadgetry.com www.gourmetgadgetry.com 9 10

Gourmet Gadgetry Ltd. Unit 4, The Grove Industrial Estate, Park Road, Swanley, Kent BR8 8AJ UK Tel: +44 (0)1322 90 10 25 Fax: +44 (0)1322 90 10 30 www.gourmetgadgetry.com sales@gourmetgadgetry.com