WAF-100 - Waffle Maker CUISINART - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker
Model	WAF-100 (WAF-100 series)
Brand	Cuisinart
Housing Material	Brushed stainless steel with embossed logo
Baking Plates Material	Die-cast aluminum with nonstick coating
Number of Waffles	4 deep-pocket Belgian waffles
Browning Control	5 adjustable settings (1=light, 5=dark)
Indicator Lights	Red (power on), Green (ready to bake / waffles done)
Audible Signal	Sounds when ready to bake and when waffles are done
Lid Feature	Locking lid for upright storage
Cord Storage	Wraps around back of unit; unit stands on end for storage
Nonstick Coating	Yes, BPA-free
Cleaning	Wipe grids with damp cloth; never immerse in water
Safety Features	Polarized plug; short cord; rubber feet; auto shut-off when unplugged
Warranty	Limited 3-year warranty for household use
First Use	Season grids with cooking spray or flavorless oil before first use

Frequently Asked Questions - WAF-100 CUISINART

How do I season the waffle maker before first use?

Before first use, wipe the housing and baking plates with a damp cloth. Then season the grids with cooking spray or flavorless vegetable oil applied with a paper towel or pastry brush. Repeat before each use if desired.

What do the indicator lights mean?

The red light indicates the power is on. The green light turns on when the waffle maker is preheated and ready to bake, and again when the waffles are cooked. An audible tone also sounds at both stages.

How long does it take to bake waffles?

Baking time depends on the browning setting chosen. Setting #5 (darkest) may take up to 6 minutes. The green light and audible tone will signal when waffles are ready.

Can I use metal utensils to remove waffles?

No. Use a heat-proof plastic spatula or wooden spatula to gently loosen the edges. Metal utensils will damage the nonstick coating.

How do I clean the waffle maker?

Unplug and let cool completely. Brush crumbs from grooves and wipe grids with a damp cloth to remove oil or batter residue. Never immerse the cord, plug, or unit in water. Use a soft dry cloth for the exterior.

What should I do if batter sticks to the plates?

Pour a little cooking oil onto the baked batter and let stand for about 5 minutes to soften. Then wipe clean with a damp cloth.

How do I store the waffle maker?

Wrap the cord securely under the base. For compact storage, stand the waffle maker on its back end with the control panel facing up. The lid locks closed for storage.

What is the warranty coverage?

Cuisinart offers a limited 3-year warranty for defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use. Proof of purchase is required. For service, call 1-800-726-0190.

Why does the waffle maker smoke or smell when first used?

A slight odor or smoke is normal the first time you use the appliance due to the nonstick coating. It will diminish after initial use.

Can I use an extension cord?

Yes, but use a long extension cord with a rating at least as great as the appliance (see manual for details). Arrange it so it does not drape over countertops or create a tripping hazard.

USER MANUAL WAF-100 CUISINART

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4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker

WAF-100 SERIES

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles and dials.
3. To protect against fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons, DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG, OR UNIT in water or other liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Cuisinart® Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may result in fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
12. Always unplug the unit when finished baking waffles.
13. To safely disconnect power at any time, remove the plug from the outlet.
14. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
15. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

If a long extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or animals, or tripped over.

NOTICE

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

CONTENTS

Important Safeguards. 2

Parts and Features.... 3

Before First Use 3

Operating Instructions 4

Cleaning, Care and Maintenance.....4

Storage.... 4

Warranty 5

PARTS AND FEATURES

1. Housing – Elegant brushed stainless steel with embossed Cuisinart® logo.
2. Lid Handle – Durable, easy-lift handle.
3. Baking Plates – Die-cast aluminum plates bake four deep-pocket Belgian waffles.
4. Temperature Slide Control – five adjustable browning settings.
5. Indicator Lights – Red indicator light signals power ON; green indicator light signals when waffle maker is ready to bake and when waffles are cooked and ready to eat.
6. Audible Signal (not shown) – Signals when waffle maker is ready to bake and when waffles are cooked and ready to eat.
7. Cord Storage (not shown) – Cord wraps around the back of the unit, and unit stands on back end for storing (see page 4).
8. Rubber Feet – Feet keep unit steady and won't mark countertop.
9. Locking Lid – For upright storage.
10. BPA-free – All parts that come in contact with food are BPA free.

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

Remove all packaging and any promotional labels or stickers from your waffle maker. Be sure that all parts (listed above, Parts and Features) of your new waffle maker have been included before discarding any packaging materials. You may want to keep the box and packing materials for use at a later date.

Before using your Cuisinart® 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker for the first time, wipe housing and baking plates with a damp cloth to remove any dust from the warehouse or shipping.

Note: The Cuisinart® 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker has been treated with a special nonstick coating. Before the first use, we suggest you season the grids with cooking spray or flavorless vegetable oil. If using oil, apply oil with a paper towel or pastry brush. You may find it helpful to repeat this process before each use of the waffle maker.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place the closed waffle maker on a clean, flat surface where you intend to use it.
2. Plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet.
3. Move the temperature slide control to the desired browning setting – setting #1 for the lightest color waffles and setting #5 for the darkest color waffles.

The red indicator light will turn on to signal that the power is on and the unit will begin to heat. When the waffle maker has reached desired temperature, the green indicator light will turn on and the audible tone will sound (the red light will turn off at this time). You are now ready to begin.

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Note: The first time you use your waffle maker it may have a slight odor and may smoke a bit. This is normal, and common to appliances with a nonstick surface.

1. Lift lid of waffle maker by grasping the handle and pushing up in one fluid motion. Lid will stay open at a 105^ position until you lower it.

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1. Pour batter onto the center of the lower waffle grid. Use a heat-proof spatula to spread batter evenly over the grid. Close the lid. The green light will turn off but the red light will stay illuminated.

2. Baking time is determined by the browning level that you chose in Step 3. It may take up to 6 minutes to bake your waffles on setting #5.

3. When the waffles are ready, the green light will turn on and the audible tone will sound. Remove the waffles by gently loosening the edges with a heat-proof plastic spatula or wooden spatula. Never use metal utensils, as they will damage the nonstick coating.
4. When you are finished baking, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Allow the waffle maker to cool down completely before handling.

CLEANING, CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Once you have finished baking, remove plug from electrical outlet. Leave lid open so grids begin to cool. Allow waffle maker to cool down completely before handling.

Never take your waffle maker apart for cleaning. Simply brush crumbs from grooves, and absorb any excess cooking oil by wiping with a dry cloth or paper towel.

You may also clean the grids by wiping with a damp cloth to prevent staining and sticking from batter or oil buildup. Be certain grids have cooled completely before cleaning. If batter adheres to plates, simply pour a little cooking oil onto the baked batter and let stand approximately 5 minutes, allowing it to soften for easy removal.

To clean exterior, wipe with a soft dry cloth. Never use an abrasive cleanser or harsh pad. NEVER IMMERSE CORD, PLUG OR UNIT IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUID.

Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

STORAGE/ LOCKING LID

Store with cord wrapped securely under base. For compact storage, stand waffle maker on back end with control panel facing up. The waffle maker has been designed with a special latching feature so the lid stays closed during storage.

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WARRANTY Limited Three-Year Warranty

This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker that was purchased at retail for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.

We warrant that your Cuisinart® 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase.

We recommend that you visit our website, www.cuisinart.com for a fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However, product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase in order to obtain the warranty benefits. In the event that you do not have proof of purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture.

If your Cuisinart® 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker should prove to be defective within the warranty period, we will repair it, or if we think necessary, replace it. To obtain warranty service, simply call our toll-free number, 1-800-726-0190, for additional information from our Customer Service Representatives, or send the defective product to Customer Service at Cuisinart, 7811 North Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85307.

To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please enclose \$10.00 for shipping and handling of the product. Please pay by check or money order (California residents need only supply proof of purchase and should call 1-800-726-0190 for shipping instructions).

NOTE: For added protection and secure handling of any Cuisinart product that is being returned, we recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery service. Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for in-transit damage or for packages that are not delivered to us. Lost and/or damaged products are not covered under warranty. Please be sure to include your return address, daytime phone number, description of the product defect, product model number (located on bottom of product), original date of purchase, and any other information pertinent to the product's return.

Your Cuisinart® 4-Slice Belgian Waffle Maker has been manufactured to the strictest specifications and has been designed for use with the authorized accessories and replacement parts.

This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by accessories, replacement parts, or repair service other than those that have been authorized by Cuisinart.

This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or other ordinary household use.

This warranty excludes all incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so these exclusions may not apply to you.

CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY:

California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart products of the same type.

The retail store shall then, at its discretion, either repair the product, refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the consumer's prior usage of the product. If the above two options do not result in the appropriate relief to the consumer, the consumer may then take the product to an independent repair facility if service or repair can be economically accomplished. Cuisinart and not the consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such service, repair, replacement, or refund for nonconforming products under warranty.

California residents may also, according to their preference, return nonconforming products directly to Cuisinart for repair, or if necessary, replacement, by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at 1-800-726-0190.

Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement, and shipping and handling for such products under warranty.

BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT

If you are experiencing problems with your Cuisinart product, we suggest that you call our Consumer Service Center at 1-800-726-0190 before returning the product to be serviced. If servicing is needed, a representative can confirm whether the product is under warranty and direct you to the nearest service location.

Important: If the nonconforming product is to be serviced by someone other than Cuisinart's Authorized Service Center, please remind the servicer to call our Consumer Service Center at 1-800-726-0190 to ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed, the product serviced with the correct parts, and the product is still under warranty.

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