How to Use

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Burn Hazard.

Always use an oven mitt to protect hand when opening

cover. Hot surfaces and escaping steam can burn.

This sandwich maker makes one or two sandwiches at the same time.

 

 

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Plug cord into wall outlet. The red POWER light will glow. Lightly spray rings with nonstick cooking spray if necessary.

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Let unit preheat with cover closed and cooking plates rotated in between rings.

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NOTE: Green PREHEAT light will come on when unit is heated to the correct temperature and will cycle on and off during cooking. It is NOT an indicator when sandwich is ready. Red POWER light stays on.

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Use handles to lift cover, top rings, and cooking plates.

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Place bottom half of bread (such as an English muffin, small bagel, or biscuit) onto bottom plates.

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Top bread with ingredients such as precooked meats, vegetables, and cheese. Do not overfill breakfast sandwich maker. Overfilling will cause food to spill over rings and get stuck in the hinges. Move top rings and cooking plates down. Make sure cooking plates are rotated securely to back of rings as far as they will go to prevent leaking of egg.

Crack an egg onto each cooking plate. Pierce yolk with a fork or toothpick. (You can use a whole large egg, egg white, or a scrambled egg.)

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25490 specifications

The Hamilton Beach 25490 is a versatile and efficient sandwich maker designed to simplify meal preparation while delivering delicious, hot sandwiches in minutes. This innovative kitchen appliance caters to various culinary needs, making it an indispensable addition to any home.

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Equipped with power and preheat lights, the sandwich maker provides visual cues that indicate when the device is ready for use. This feature ensures that users can achieve the perfect level of crispness without guesswork, resulting in consistently satisfying sandwiches every time.

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Safety is also a key consideration in the design of this sandwich maker. The cool-touch handle is designed for safe operation, allowing users to open and close the device without the risk of burns. This feature is particularly useful for children or less experienced cooks, ensuring a safe cooking experience.

Versatile and user-friendly, the Hamilton Beach 25490 can be utilized for a wide range of recipes beyond traditional sandwiches. Users can explore making paninis, grilled cheeses, or even breakfast items like egg and bacon sandwiches, showcasing its adaptability in the kitchen.

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