Oster 126954, SH12 Introduction, Using The Hinged Lid Electric Skillet, Cleaning The Pan

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INTRODUCTION

CONDITIONING OF THE NON-STICK COATED PAN

Before using your new appliance, wash the inside of the pan with warm, sudsy water and dry. When washing the skillet, make sure the temperature controller is removed. Rub a film of cooking or salad oil all over the non-stick coating on the inside of the pan. Remove any excess oil with a cloth or paper towel.

The OSTER® Electric Skillet is now ready for use and it is unnecessary to condition it again.

USING THE HINGED LID ELECTRIC SKILLET

1.Push the temperature controller firmly into its socket found at the side of the appliance. Plug into a standard 120 Volt AC outlet.

2.Set the temperature you want by turning the knob on the temperature controller. The indicator light will come on. Set the temperature of your choice opposite the indicator light. When the light goes off, the chosen cooking temperature has been reached. During cooking, the light will blink on and off indicating the temperature is being maintained. Guidance in the choice of temperatures is supplied later in this book.

3.The capacity of Model SH12 is 16.75 cups / 4.19 quarts / 3.97 liters.

4.It is recommended that you do not cook with the Hinged Lid Electric Skillet standing on temperature sensitive surfaces.

5.For simmering, set the temperature control knob to 300°F/150°C or SIMMER and wait until the liquid boils. Turn the knob toward the WARM setting. Set the dial to this point each time SIMMER is specified in a recipe.

6.Do not use metal utensils in your Hinged Lid Electric Skillet as they may damage the non-stick coating. Wood or plastic coated spatulas are best. If you use plastic tools, make sure they are suitable for use on hot surfaces.

7.To remove the temperature controller, first unplug from the wall outlet, then wrap your hand around the temperature controller and the quick release latch and squeeze. The controller will automatically release.

The hinged lid was specially designed to make preparing and serving food easier.

•To attach the lid, be sure to align the lid hinge so that it slides down onto the matching heating base hinge. (see Fig. 1).

•When raising and lowering the lid, always use the lid lifting handle (see Fig. 2). Note: Lid opens away from the steam.

•To remove the lid, use both hands to gently lift up and remove. (see Fig. 3).

Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3

CLEANING THE PAN

UNPLUG CORD AND REMOVE THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL PROBE

Allow the appliance to cool. Wash the pan and lid with hot sudsy water. You can totally immerse the pan or place in the dishwasher. The lid is also dishwasher-safe providing it is placed in the TOP RACK ONLY.

DO NOT PLACE LID UPSIDE DOWN IN BOTTOM DISHWASHER RACK. To remove stubborn food residues, use a nylon scourer. NEVER use abrasive powder cleaners or metal scouring pads because these will damage the non-stick coating. After washing, dry the pan thoroughly, while paying particular attention to the electrical socket and pins.

DO NOT USE METAL PADS TO CLEAN ELECTRICAL PINS.

STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE

Unplug cord and remove temperature control probe. Allow appliance to cool before storing. Store your Hinged Lid Electric Skillet in a dry location, such as on a tabletop or countertop, or on a cupboard shelf. Wind the electrical cord into a coil and secure with a twist fastener. For convenience, the temperature control probe and cord can then be stored inside the skillet.

Other than recommended cleaning, no further user maintenance should be necessary.