3Close waffle maker and rotate unit 180º to the right (clockwise). Do not open for at least 11⁄2 minutes. Opening the lid too soon will cause
4When the green light goes on again, rotate waffle maker 180º to the left (counterclockwise). Your waffles should be done according to the Waffle Temperature Control setting that you’ve chosen. If you want them darker, close the lid and continue baking until the desired color is achieved.
5Remove waffles from the grid using
6If additional baking is to be done, close waffle maker to retain heat. Always be sure the green light goes on again before making more waffles.
7If you need to take a short break, close waffle maker to maintain heat. When you return to baking, you will notice
that the first waffles will bake faster because extra heat has been allowed to build up.
8Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is being used by or near children.
9When baking is complete, simply unplug the power cord from wall outlet. Leave waffle maker open to cool. Do not clean until unit has cooled.
Waffle Baking Tips
1Set the Waffle Temperature Control to your desired setting. At first, try a setting in the middle. You may later adjust
it lower or higher according to your preference. A lower setting produces a lighter colored waffle, while waffles made at a higher setting are darker and crisper. Different waffle batters will also cook up differently. Over time, you will find your perfect setting for the batter you use.
2When preparing waffle batter, do not over mix or waffles will be tough. Stir batter only until large lumps of dry ingredients disappear.
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3The optimal amount of batter to produce a
4For more evenly shaped waffles, spread thick batters to outer edge of grid, using a heat proof rubber spatula or other
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6To retain crispness, move baked waffles to a wire cooling rack to prevent steam from accumulating underneath.
7When serving several waffles at one time, keep waffles hot and crisp by placing on a rack in a preheated 200°F oven until ready to serve.
8Already cooled waffles can be
9Baked waffles freeze well. Cool completely on wire rack. Store in plastic freezer bag or in covered container, separating waffles with wax paper. Reheat frozen waffles in toaster oven, oven or toaster until hot and crisp.