Oster CKSTWFBF10 Belgian Flip Waffle Maker User Manual

Oster CKSTWFBF10 Belgian Flip Waffle Maker

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

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• Ensure the voltage in your outlet is the same as that indicated on the appliance’s rating label.
• To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or cooking unit in water or any other liquid.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.
• Children should not use this appliance.
• Extreme caution must be exercised when any appliance is used near children.
• Unplug from the wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or storing this appliance.
• Never yank the cord to disconnect the cooking unit from the outlet. Instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
• Do not operate any appliance if the cord is damaged. Do not use this appliance if the unit malfunctions, or if it is dropped or has been damaged in any manner. To avoid the risk of an electric shock, never try to repair the Flip BelgianWaffle Maker yourself. Please take it to an authorized service center for examination and repair. An incorrect reassembly could present a risk of electric shock when the Flip Belgian Waffle Maker is used  The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury.
• Do not use it outdoors or for commercial purposes.
• Do not use this appliance for purposes other than the one for which it was designed.
• Do not let the electrical cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place it on or near a hot gas electric burner or heated oven.
• Use on a heat-resistant, flat-level surface only.
• Use extreme caution when moving any appliance containing hot food, water, oil, or other liquids.
• To disconnect, remove the plug from the outlet.
• Always unplug after use. The appliance will remain on unless unplugged.
• CAUTION: 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.
• 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.

THIS UNIT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

This appliance has a polarized alternating current plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, as a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug is not inserted fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still fails to fit, contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THIS SAFETY FEATURE.

EXTENSION CORD USE
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. An extension cord may be used if care is exercised in its use. If an extension cord is used, the electrical rating of the cord must be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

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WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase of an OSTER® Flip Belgian Waffle Maker To learn more about OSTER® products, please visit us at oster.

BEFORE USING YOUR OSTER® FLIP BELGIAN WAFFLE MAKER
Before using your OSTER® Flip Belgian Waffle Maker for the first time, remove all packaging materials.

• Clean the baking plates with a damp cloth or sponge.
• Slightly grease the baking plates with a little cooking oil.
• Take care to prevent water from running into the appliance.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Before using your Oster® Flip BelgianWaffleMaker for the first time, you should become familiar with all of the parts. Read all Instructions and Safeguards carefully.

1. Red Power Light
2. Green Ready Light
3. Temp. Control Knob
4. Removable Drip Tray
5. Green Ready Light
6. Folding Handle

USING YOUR OSTER® FLIP BELGIAN WAFFLE MAKER

FOR BEST RESULTS, FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS.
When your waffle maker is heated for the first time, it may emit slight smoke or odor. This is normal with many heating appliances. This does not affect the safety of your appliance. However, it may affect the flavor of the first set of waffles prepared in your waffle maker, and it is recommended that you discard these.

PREPARING YOUR FLIP BELGIAN WAFFLE MAKER

• Preheat the waffle maker by setting the temperature control to the maximum setting.
• Close the waffle maker and plug it into the wall outlet, you will notice that the red power light will go on, indicating that the waffle maker has begun preheating. It will take approximately 5 to 8 minutes to reach baking temperature. The red power light will remain on until you unplug your waffle maker. When the green light goes on, the waffle maker is ready for use.
• Set the Waffle Temperature Control to your desired setting. At first, try a setting in the middle. You may later adjust it lower or higher according to your preference. A lower setting produces a lighter-colored waffle, while waffles made at a higher setting are darker and crisper. Different waffle batters will also cook up differently. Over time, you will find the perfect setting for the batter you use.
• Before baking the first waffles of the day, use a pastry brush to lightly coat the top and bottom waffle grids with vegetable oil. A light coating of non-stick cooking spray also works well.

BAKING

• When the proper baking temperature is reached, the green light will go on. Once heated up, cycle times will be faster.
• Pour batter onto the bottom grid of the waffle maker. Ladle just enough batter to fill the lower grid so that the peak area of the grid is covered. If necessary, use a spatula to spread the batter into the corners of the grid. At this point, the green light will go off as the baking cycle begins.
• Close the waffle maker and rotate the unit 180º to the right (clockwise). Do not open for at least 11⁄2 minutes. Opening the lid too soon will cause under-baked waffles to split, making them difficult to remove.
• When the green light goes on again, rotate the waffle maker 180º to the left (counterclockwise). Your waffles should be done according to the Waffle Temperature Control setting that you’ve chosen. If you want them darker, close the lid and continue baking until the desired color is achieved.
• Remove waffles from the grid using non-metallic utensils.
• If additional baking is to be done, close the waffle maker to retain heat. Always be sure the green light goes on again before making more waffles.
• If you need to take a short break, close the waffle maker to maintain heat. When you return to baking, you will notice that the first waffles will bake faster because extra heat has been allowed to build up.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is being used by or near children.
• When baking is complete, simply unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Leave the waffle maker open to cool. Do not clean until the unit has cooled.

WAFFLE BAKING TIPS

• When preparing waffle batter, do not over or the waffles will be tough. Stir batter only until large lumps of dry ingredients disappear.
• The optimal amount of batter to produce a full-shaped waffle, without overflowing, will vary with different waffle batters. Pouring batter from a measuring cup will help you gauge how much batter to use each time. Fill the bottom grid of the waffle maker with enough batter to cover peak areas of the grid about 3/4 to 1 cup.
• For more evenly shaped waffles, spread thick batters to the outer edge of the grid, using a heat-proof rubber spatula or other non-metallic utensil before closing the lid.
• Cake-based waffles, such as the Chocolate Waffles are more tender than regular waffles and may require more care when removed from the waffle maker. You may want to break these waffles into halves or quarters before removing them. Use a spatula to support waffles when removing from the waffle maker.
• To retain crispness, move baked waffles to a wire cooling rack to prevent steam from accumulating underneath.
• When serving several waffles at one time, keep waffles hot and crisp by placing them on a rack in a preheated 200°F oven until ready to serve.
• Already cooled waffles can be re-warmed and re-crisped, individually, by returning them to the hot waffle maker. Set the Waffle Temperature Control to low. Place waffle on grid so grooves match up; close lid and heat for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
• Baked waffles freeze well. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in a plastic freezer bag or a covered container, separating waffles with wax paper. Reheat frozen waffles in a toaster oven, oven, or toaster until hot and crisp.

CLEANING AND CARE

Here are a few easy steps to keep your waffle maker looking and working like new:

• Always unplug the waffle maker and allow it to cool before cleaning. There is no need to disassemble the waffle maker for cleaning. Never immerse the waffle maker in water or place it in the dishwasher.
• Brush away any loose crumbs from the grooves. Wipe grids clean with a paper towel, absorbing any oil or butter that might be down in the grooves of the grid. You can also wipe grids with a damp cloth. Do not use anything abrasive that can scratch or damage the non-stick coating.
• Wipe the outside of the waffle maker with a damp cloth only. Do not clean the outside with any abrasive scouring pad or steel wool, as this will damage the finish. A little metal polish suitable for stainless steel may be used occasionally on the top housing. Do not immerse in water or any other liquid. Do not place it in the dishwasher.
• Should any batter become baked onto the grids, pour a little cooking oil onto the hardened batter. Let sit for 5 minutes to soften the batter, then wipe off with a paper towel or soft cloth.
• Do not use metal utensils to remove your waffles, they can damage the non-stick surface.

RECIPES

CLASSIC WAFFLES

• 11/2 cups all-purpose flour 3 large eggs, separated
• 1/2 cup cornstarch 2 tbsp. granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp. cornmeal (optional) 13/4 cups milk
• 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1 tsp. salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

In a large bowl, sift or whisk together flour, cornstarch, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt to blend thoroughly; set aside. In a mixer bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Add sugar; continue beating just until stiff peaks form; set aside.

Whisk together egg yolks, milk, and vanilla. Using a rubber spatula, stir the milk mixture into the flour mixture, blending just until the dry ingredients are moistened. (There should still be small lumps; do not over-mix). Stir in melted butter. Fold in beaten egg whites until combined. Pour batter onto a hot, greased waffle maker and bake. Makes about 51/2 cups batter.

Waffle Tip
Cornstarch makes the waffles crisper. If you don’t have cornstarch, you could still make great waffles by omitting cornstarch and increasing flour to 2 cups. Bake as directed.

Toasted Pecan & Cranberry Waffles
Sprinkle chopped pecans onto the bottom grid of the hot, greased waffle maker. Pour batter over pecans. Sprinkle dried cranberries over batter. Close the waffle maker and bake as directed.

CLASSIC BUTTERMILK WAFFLES

• 11/2 cups all-purpose flour 3 large eggs, separated
• 1/2 cup cornstarch 3 tbsp. granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp. cornmeal (optional) 13/4 cups buttermilk
• 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 3/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp. salt

In a large bowl, sift or whisk together flour, cornstarch, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to blend thoroughly; set aside. In a mixer bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Add sugar; continue beating just until stiff peaks form. Set aside. Whisk together egg yolks, buttermilk, and vanilla to blend. Using a rubber spatula, stir the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture, blending until the ingredients are moistened. (There should still be small lumps; do not over-mix.) Stir in melted butter. Fold in beaten egg whites until combined. Pour batter onto hot, greased waffle.

Waffle Tip
Cornstarch makes the waffles crisper. If you don’t have cornstarch, you could still make great waffles by omitting cornstarch and increasing flour to 2 cups. Bake as directed.

Buttermilk Blueberry Waffles
Pour batter onto a bottom grid of the waffle maker; sprinkle batter with fresh (or defrosted frozen) blueberries. Close the waffle maker and bake as directed.

OLD WORLD BELGIAN WAFFLES (YEAST-LEAVENED)

• 21/2 cups all-purpose flour 3 large eggs
• 3 tbsp. granulated sugar 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 11/2 tsp. active dry yeast 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 11/4 tsp. salt 2 cups very warm milk
• (120 to130ºF to activate yeast)

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt to blend. In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, butter, and vanilla; add to dry ingredients,  mixing until large lumps are moistened.

Cover; let rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 hour or until light and bubbly (Or, cover and refrigerate overnight.) Stir down batter; pour onto hot, greased waffle maker and bake. Makes about 41/2 cups batter.

WHOLE WHEAT WAFFLES (CARB SMART WITH WHOLE GRAIN GOODNESS)

• 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 1 egg, separated
• 1/4 cup wheat bran 3/4 cup skim or nonfat milk
• 2 tbsp. wheat germ 1 tbsp. Honey (optional)
• 1 tsp. baking powder 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 tsp. salt.

In a medium bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, wheat bran, wheat germ, baking powder, and salt to blend thoroughly; set aside. In a mixer bowl, beat egg white just until stiff peaks form; set aside. Whisk together egg yolk, milk, and honey.

Using a rubber spatula, stir the milk mixture into the flour mixture, blending just until the dry ingredients are moistened. (There should still be small lumps; do not over-mix.) Stir in melted butter. Fold in beaten egg white until combined. Pour batter onto a hot, greased waffle maker and bake. Makes about 2 cups batter.

CHOCOLATE WAFFLES

• 11/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar
• 11/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. salt 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 3/4 cup milk
• 2 ounces of unsweetened chocolate, cut into chunks

Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt to blend thoroughly; set aside. In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave butter and chocolate on HIGH 1 to 11/4 minutes or until butter is melted. Stir chocolate until completely melted. Whisk in sugar and vanilla (Be sure the mixture is not hot enough to cook eggs when added; cool slightly, if necessary). Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. Add flour mixture, in 3 parts, alternately with milk, in 2 parts (The Batter will thicken as the chocolate cools.)

Pour or spoon batter onto a hot, greased waffle maker and bake. Serve with sweetened, quartered strawberries and whipped cream. For a special treat, top waffles with ice cream, caramel or fudge sauce, whipped cream, and toasted nuts. Makes about 3 cups batter.

Double Chocolate Waffles
Stir 1/3 cup mini chocolate morsels into prepared batter; bake as directed.

1-Year Limited Warranty

Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if, in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for one year from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period.  Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, a replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this product.

Doing so will void this warranty.  This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of the initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty. This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair, or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes, and tornadoes.

What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?
JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express, implied, or statutory warranty or condition.  Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty.

JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions, or representations, express, implied, statutory, or otherwise.  JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use the product including incidental, special, consequential, or similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought against the purchaser by any other party.

Some provinces, states, or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province, state to state, or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

How To Obtain Warranty Service

• In the U.S.A.
• If you have any questions regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service,
• please call 1-800-334-0759 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.

In Canada
If you have any questions regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-667-8623 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you. In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc.

doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, located at 20 B Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THIS ADDRESSOR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

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