To prevent burns or other personal injuries to children, read and follow all instructions and warnings.
Precautions For Use Around Children
•Always supervise children.
•Do not allow children to operate or be near the appliance, as the outside surfaces are hot during use.
•Do not allow cord to hang over any edge where a child can reach it. Arrange cord to avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Using Your Panini Press
BEFORE USING THE FIRST TIME: Wipe the interior and exterior with a clean, soft, slightly dampened (not wet) cloth. Dry thoroughly.
1.Always operate the sandwich/panini press on a dry, level surface, in a well ventilated area away from walls and flammable materials. Avoid operating/using the press on metal surfaces such as sinks, etc.
2.Release storage clip located on left side of appliance handle. Plug the cord into the electrical outlet. The red “ON” light will illuminate. While the press is preheating (approximately 5 minutes), prepare the sandwiches. The orange “Preheat” light will light up when the press is ready to use.
3.Carefully lift the hinged top plate and place the sandwiches onto the bottom plate towards the rear of the press. Close the top plate onto the sandwiches. The top plate is fitted with a floating hinge that is designed to evenly press down on the sandwhich. NOTE: The storage clip (on the left side of the handle), must not be used to clamp down the top plate when toasting.
4.Toasting should take approximately 5 to 8 minutes, depending on type and thickness of the bread, the fillings used and the taste you desire. Carefully lift the top plate to view the toasting process. When the desired doneness as been reached, remove the sandwiches with a plastic spatula. NOTE: Never use metal utensils as they can cause damage to the
5.Disconnect the cord from electrical outlet and allow press to cool before moving or cleaning.
•A small amount of smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the release of manufacturing oils – this is normal.
•Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling – this is normal.
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