BELLA Classic 4 Belgian Waffle Maker Instruction Manual

BELLA Classic 4 Belgian Waffle Maker

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only.
3. To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or cooking unit in water or any other liquid.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or a lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
6. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
7. Unplug from the wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or storing this appliance.
8. Never yank the cord to disconnect the cooking unit from the outlet. Instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
9. Do not operate any appliance if the cord is damaged. Do not use this appliance if the unit malfunctions, if it is dropped, or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
10. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury.
11. Do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes.
12. Do not use this appliance for purposes other than the ones for which it was designed.
13. Do not let the electrical cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop, or touch hot surfaces.
14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or heated oven.
15. Use on a heat-resistant, flat level surface only.
16. Use extreme caution when moving any appliance containing hot food, water, oil, or other liquids.
17. To disconnect, remove the plug from the outlet.
18. Always unplug after use. The appliance will remain ON unless unplugged.
19. CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fire, or other damage to persons or property.
20. When using this appliance, provide adequate ventilation above and on all sides for air circulation. Do not allow this appliance to touch curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dish towels, or other flammable materials during use.

Getting to Know Your 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker

The product may vary slightly from the illustrations.

Before Using for the First Time

1. Carefully unpack the Waffle Maker and remove all packaging and materials.
2. Before using your Waffle Maker for the first time, wipe the cooking plates with a damp cloth to remove all dust and then dry. Wipe outer surfaces with a slightly damp, soft cloth or sponge. CAUTION: Take care to prevent water from running into the appliance. Never immerse the waffle maker BODY in water or any other liquids!
3. Set the appliance on a dry, clean, and flat surface. Keep the Waffle Maker closed until use.

Operating Instructions

1. Using the handle latch, lift the top lid to the open position.
2. Before baking the first waffles of the day, use a heat-resistant brush to apply 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to both the upper and lower cooking plates. If a brush is not available, spread with an absorbent kitchen towel and wipe off any excess oil.
3. Plug the unit into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The red POWER light will illuminate as the Waffle Maker preheats. NOTE: When your Waffle Maker is heated for the first time, it may emit slight smoke or odor. This is normal and should disappear after 1 or 2 uses. This does not affect the safety of the appliance. However, as it may affect the flavor of the first waffles prepared in the Waffle Maker, it is recommended that these be discarded.
4. While preheating, prepare waffle batter.
5. After approximately 3 to 5 minutes, the blue READY light will illuminate, indicating the unit is preheated and is ready for use.
6. Recipes will vary in cook time and brownness; batters with more sugar will brown quicker. Note the perfect cook times for each batter recipe for future use.
7. Pour waffle batter onto the center of each of the 2 waffles on the lower cooking plate. If the batter is thick, use a spatula to spread the batter to the edges. CAUTION: DO NOT OVERFILL; batter will expand when cooked.
8. Using the handle latch, lower the top lid. The latch will fit over the lower handle to secure it.
9. Allow the Waffle Maker to cook for 4 to 5 minutes, according to recipe directions.
   The blue READY light will cycle on and off as the unit maintains baking temperature.
10. Wipe the outside with a clean paper towel or cleaning cloth if necessary.
11. At the end of the cook time, open the latch and lift the top lid gently; if it pulls, continue baking for 30 seconds and test again. If the waffles need to bake to a darker finish, close the lid and continue cooking in 20-second intervals until the desired color is achieved.
12. Wearing oven mittens, remove waffles from the cooking plates using a non-metallic utensil. A wooden or heat-proof plastic spatula can be used to remove the waffles. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the non-stick surface, never use any sharp, pointed, or metal objects. WARNING: Cooking surfaces are hot; do not touch; use caution until cooking plates are cool. NOTE: If additional waffles are to be cooked, keep the Waffle Maker closed to retain heat. Always wait until the blue READY light illuminates before baking more waffles. NOTE: Waffles made later will bake faster because extra heat has been retained. It may be necessary to adjust to a shorter cooking time to accommodate.
13. When baking is complete, after waffles have been removed, unplug the power cord
    from the electric outlet. Lift the top lid to expose the cooking plates and allow the unit to cool.
14. Do not clean until the unit has been fully cooled.

Waffle Baking Tips

• Most recipes can be easily halved or doubled.
• Do not open the Waffle Maker during the first minute of baking, or the waffle will separate. Completely cook the waffle before removing it.
• When a waffle is done, the top lid should lift easily. Lift gently; if it pulls, continue cooking for 30 seconds and test again.
• When preparing waffle batter, do not over-mix or waffles will be tough. Stir batter only until large lumps of dry ingredients disappear. Some lumps are ok.
• The optimal amount of batter to produce a full-shaped waffle, without overflowing,
  will vary with different waffle batters.
• For more evenly shaped waffles, spread thick batter to the outer edge of the lower cooking plate using a heat-proof rubber spatula or other non-metallic utensil before closing the lid.
• Cake-based waffles are more tender than regular waffles and may require more care when removing from the Waffle Maker. Wearing oven mittens, use a spatula to support waffles when removing from the Waffle Maker.
• To retain crispness, move baked waffles to a paper napkin or a wire cooling rack to absorb any condensation. To keep waffles hot, place them in an ovenproof dish on an oven rack and warm at about 200- 250°F (90-120°C). Waffles will keep for about 20 minutes before they begin to dry out.
• Cooled waffles can be re-warmed and re-crisped individually by returning them to the hot Waffle Maker. Place waffles on the lower cooking plate so grooves match; close lid and heat for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
• Baked waffles freeze well. Cool waffles completely on a wire rack. Store in a plastic freezer bag or in a covered container, separating waffles with wax paper.
• Reheat frozen waffles in a toaster oven, 300ºF oven, or wide-mouth toaster until hot and crisp.

For lower sugar waffles and/or toppings:

• Use sugar substitutes.
• Use organic agave nectar.
• Use low-sugar preserves, marmalades, or jellies.
• Use macerated dried fruits such as figs, dates, and prunes.
• Use apple or mango sauce.
• Use sugar-free maple syrup.

For lower-fat, lower cholesterol waffles:

• Use skim milk, almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, etc.
• Adapt recipes by eliminating egg yolks.
• Always use liquid vegetable oils such as canola, corn, or sunflower, instead of butter.

For higher fiber waffles:

• Substitute half of the recipe’s white flour with whole-wheat flour.
• Substitute one-quarter of the recipe with white flour with wheat, or oat bran.
• Use macerated high-fiber dried fruits such as figs, dates, and baby prunes.

User maintenance instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
Do not try to repair it yourself. Contact a qualified appliance repair technician if the product requires servicing.

Care & Cleaning Instructions

CAUTION: Unplug from an electrical outlet and allow to cool thoroughly before cleaning or storing.

1. The Waffle Maker does not disassemble for cleaning.
2. Never immerse an appliance in water or other liquids. Never place the Waffle Maker in the dishwasher.
3. The waffle cooking plates should be cleaned and conditioned before each heating.
4. Brush cooking plates with a clean, soft pastry brush or cloth.
5. To condition plates, lightly coat cooking surfaces with solid vegetable shortening or vegetable oil.
6. Carefully follow the suggested cleaning procedures described below. After a time, if waffles show signs of sticking, recondition as needed.
7. To protect the non-stick surfaces, use only plastic, nylon, or wooden utensils.
8. To remove any batter baked onto the cooking plates, pour a small amount of cooking oil onto the hardened batter. Allow to set for 5 minutes, then wipe softened batter off with a paper towel or soft cloth. Remove stubborn stains with a plastic mesh puff or pad. For best results, use only products with directions stating they are safe for cleaning non-stick cooking surfaces. Do not use steel wool or coarse scouring pads as metal will damage the cooking plates.
9. The exterior finish should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft, damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.

Storing Instructions

1. Make sure the unit is unplugged and fully cooled.
2. Secure the lid shut with the latch. WARNING: Never store a Waffle Maker while
   it is hot or still plugged in.
3. Do not put any stress on the cord where it enters the unit, as this could cause the cord to fray and break.
4. Store the Waffle Maker in its box or stand unit on its end for easy and compact storage.

Recipes

Light & Crispy Gluten-Free Waffles Makes 6 waffles

• 1/2 cup certified gluten-free brown rice flour
• 1/4 cup certified gluten-free chickpea flour
• 1/4 cup certified gluten-free tapioca flour
• 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg, separated
• 2 tablespoons organic agave nectar
• Soft unsalted butter and syrup, for topping

1. In a large bowl, whisk rice, chickpea, and tapioca flours together. Add baking powder, vanilla, and salt to a large bowl.
2. In another bowl, whisk milk, oil, and egg yolks.
3. Use a 3rd bowl to beat egg whites and sugar until soft peaks form.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry, gently stirring until just incorporated. Do not overmix, some lumps are ok.
5. Fold in the beaten egg whites.
6. Lightly brush the top and bottom waffle plates with oil.
7. Spoon 1/3 cup per square waffle into the center of each of the 2 waffle molds; use a spatula to spread batter to the edges and close the lid gently.
8. Bake 4 to 5 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown.
9. Serve with butter and your favorite syrup.

Date Nut Waffles Makes 6 waffles

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 eggs, separated
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup pitted dates, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans

1. Condition and preheat the Waffle Maker.
2. Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
3. Use an electric mixer to beat the whites until soft peaks form. Sprinkle in the sugar and continue to beat until stiff. Blend in vanilla.
4. Use the Mixer to blend egg yolks, milk, and vegetable oil.
5. Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk together until just mixed.
6. Gently fold the egg white mixture, dates, and pecans into the batter.
7. Lightly brush the top and bottom waffle plates with oil.
8. Spoon 1/3 cup per square waffle into the center of each of the 2 waffle molds; use a spatula to spread batter to the edges and close the lid gently.
9. Bake 4 to 5 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown.

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