Hamilton Beach Electric Sealed Sandwich Maker Grill
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:
- Read all instructions.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are supervised. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
- To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or any part of the appliance in water or other liquid.
- Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, or moving the appliance. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Contact Customer Service for information on examination, repair, or adjustment as set forth in the Limited Warranty.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including the stove.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
- Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended purpose.
- Do not leave the appliance unattended while the appliance is connected to an electrical outlet.
- During use, provide 4 to 6 inches of air space above, behind, and on both sides for air circulation.
- Never remove the food with any kind of cutting device or other metallic kitchen utensil.
- Always allow the appliance to cool before putting it away, and never wrap the cord around the appliance while it is still hot.
- To disconnect, turn all controls to OFF ( ); then remove the plug from the wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
- 1Place the appliance only on a dry, level, and nonflammable surface.
- Do not operate the appliance by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
Other Consumer Safety Information
This appliance is intended for household use only.WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided with either a polarized (one wide blade) or grounded (3-prong) plug to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized or grounded outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounding type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type, 3-wire cord. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
Parts and features
- Sandwich Grids
- Cover Lock
- Cover
- Power Light (red)
- Preheat Light (green)
How to use
CAUTION: Burn Hazard. Always use an oven mitt to protect your hand when opening a hot sandwich toaster. Escaping steam can burn.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Wipe the bottom and top sandwich grids with a soapy, damp cloth. Rinse the cloth and wipe the grids again.
- Plug into the outlet. The red Power light will come on.
- Preheat with cover closed until the green Preheat light comes on.
- Press the cover lock to unlock the cover, raise the cover, and place sandwiches on the bottom grids. Close and lock the cover. The green Preheat light will cycle on and off during cooking and does not indicate when the sandwiches are done. Most sandwiches are toasted in 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the sandwich with a plastic or wooden utensil. Never use metal. This will damage the nonstick coating.
- Unplug the unit when through cooking. Let cool.
Power and Preheat lights
The red Power light comes on when the appliance is first plugged in. This light will stay on until the unit is unplugged. The green Preheat light comes on when the appliance has reached the desired temperature. For best results, wait until the green Preheat light comes on before adding sandwiches. This light will cycle on and off during baking and does not indicate when the sandwiches are done.
Care and cleaning
Electrical Shock Hazard. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or base in water or any other liquid.
- Unplug and let cool completely.
- Wipe cooking grids and the outside of the unit with a damp, soapy cloth. Rinse the cloth and wipe the grids again.
- Do not use steel wool, scouring pads, or abrasive cleansers on any part of the unit. Never use sharp or pointed objects for cleaning purposes.
- Always allow the appliance to cool down completely before storing. Lock the cover lock; then the unit can be stored upright to save space.
Usage tips
- Always preheat the sandwich toaster.
- For best browning results, lightly butter the outside of the sandwich before toasting, or spray cooking grids lightly with nonstick cooking spray before toasting.
- Try different types of breads and fillings. The sandwich toaster toasts the outside, seals the edges, and warms the sandwich filling.
- Remove sandwiches with plastic or wooden utensils.
Limited warranty
This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition. This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of original purchase in Canada and one (1) year from the date of original purchase in the U.S. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace it with a similar one of equal or greater value.
This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for anything other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120 V \~ 60 Hz). We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty.
All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you. To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store.
Please write Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., Customer Service Department, 4421 Waterfront Dr., Glen Allen, VA 23060, or visit hamiltonbeach.com/customer-service in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca/customer-service in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.
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Hamilton Beach Electric Sealed Sandwich Maker Grill-FAQs
Q1. How do I use the Hamilton Beach Sandwich Maker?
Preheat the unit until the indicator light shows it’s ready. Build your sandwich (bread, fillings, cheese, etc.), place it inside, close the lid, and cook for about 4–6 minutes until golden brown.
Q2. Do I need to preheat the sandwich maker?
Yes. Always preheat before adding food. Most models have a light that turns on/off to indicate when the plates are hot and ready.
Q3. How long does it take to cook a sandwich?
On average, sandwiches cook in 4–6 minutes, depending on the type of bread and filling.
Q4. How does the Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker with Egg Ring work?
Place the bottom half of a bread or biscuit on the lower plate.
Add meat, cheese, or other fillings.
Place the egg in the cooking ring, then add the top bread.
Close the lid. In just 5 minutes, your breakfast sandwich is ready.
Q5. Can I use frozen sausage patties or biscuits?
Yes, but they should be pre-cooked. For best results, thaw frozen patties in the fridge overnight before use. Raw biscuit dough doesn’t fully cook inside the short egg cooking time.
Q6. Can I toast plain bread in the sandwich maker?
Yes. You can use it like a toaster to crisp up bread slices or rolls.
Q7. What foods can I make in the Hamilton Beach sandwich maker?
Besides sandwiches, you can make omelets, pizza pockets, grilled cheese, quesadillas, desserts, and even pancake sandwiches.
Q8. What type of bread works best?
Firm breads like sourdough, whole wheat, focaccia, or ciabatta hold fillings well and crisp nicely without getting soggy.
Q9. Can I put aluminum foil inside?
It’s not recommended. Foil may stick to the plates. If needed, use parchment paper for easier cleanup.