Electrical Skillet

WEST BEND®

Model No. 72000 through 72700

RECIPES AND INSTRUCTIONS

TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS CARE AND USE INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Use electricity safely and wisely! Observe safety precautions when using your skillet including the following:

•Read all instructions before using.

•If the skillet features unassembled cover rest, knob or handle/legs, be sure they are assembled and fastened properly. See assembly instructions later in this booklet.

•Always attach heat control to skillet first, then plug cord into wall outlet. After cooking and serving, turn heat control to “off” and unplug from wall outlet. Let skillet cool before removing heat control. Do not leave skillet plugged in when not being used.

•Skillet should always be unplugged before cleaning.

•Do not let cord touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of counter, table or other surface area.

•Your skillet and its heat control should not be used outdoors, placed near a hot gas or electric burner or placed in a heated oven.

•Do not immerse heat control, its cord and plug in water or other liquid.

•Do not touch skillet or its cover when they are hot. Use handles and knobs for lifting and carrying. Be very careful when moving skillet if it contains hot liquid. Let cool before pouring out.

•Supervise closely when skillet is being used by or near children.

•Use your skillet only for cooking tasks described in this booklet. Do not use attachments with your skillet unless recommended by The West Bend Company.

•Do not use your skillet if it or its cord or heat control has been damaged or if it is not working properly. Return your skillet, if it is within the warranty period, to the West Bend Company for examination and/or repair.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Your skillet needs no special care other than cleaning. If servicing becomes necessary, within the warranty period, return your skillet to The West Bend Company. See Warranty information for details. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.

WARNING: To prevent personal injury or property damage caused by fire, always unplug this and other appliances when not in use.

WARNING: This appliance may contain substances know to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

SPECIAL NOTE: This booklet contains instructions for electric skillets with different styles of covers and made of different materials such as metal or glass. These different covers require special care and handling. Be sure to follow the correct care and handling instructions for your particular skillet cover.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CARE AND USE

•Clean Before Using

CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or electric shock, always remove heat control before immersing this product in water. Do not immerse the heat control, its cord and plug in water or other liquid.

Wash skillet, cover, rack if included, in hot soapy water with a sponge or dishcloth to remove any manufacturing oils. Rinse thoroughly and dry.