Elite Gourmet EPN-2976 2-in-1 Nonstick Panini Press Instruction Manual

Elite Gourmet EPN-2976 2-in-1 Nonstick Panini Press

IMPORTANT GUARANTEES

The Elite brand takes consumer safety very seriously. The products are designed and manufactured keeping in mind the safety of our valued consumers. Additionally, we ask that you exercise caution when using any electrical appliance by following all important instructions and warranties.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed as below:

1. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
2. To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not immerse or partially immerse the cord, plugs, or entire appliance in water or other liquid.
3. Close supervision is necessary when an appliance is used by or near children.
4. Unplug from the wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or storing this appliance.
5. Do not operate an appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any way. Return the device to the nearest authorized service center for examination, repair, or adjustment.
6. Using accessories not recommended by the device manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or injury.
7. Do not use outdoors. It’s for housekeeping only.
8. Do not let the electrical cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
9. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
10. Extreme caution should be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, hot water, hot oil, or other hot liquids.
11. To disconnect, remove the plug from the outlet.
12. 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 have received supervision or instructions regarding the use of the device by a person responsible for their safety.
13. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the device.
14. Please do not use the device for purposes other than those for which it was designed.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

PURPOSE OF THE SHORT CORD

Longer power cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is taken when using them. If an extension cord is used:

1. the marked electrical power of the extension cord must be at least as high as the electrical power of the product;
2. The extension cord should be arranged so that it will not hang over the counter or table where it could be pulled on or inadvertently tripped over by children or pets.

NOTE: A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury from entanglement or tripping over a long cord.

POLARIZED CAP

If this appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other), please follow the instructions below:

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If you cannot insert the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use the plug with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted into the extension cord. Do not modify the product plug or any extension cord used with this product. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

PART IDENTIFICATION

1. Handle
2. Lid
3. Panini plates
4. Hinge release button
5. Adjustable angle feet
6. Drip pan
7. Ready indicator light
8. Power indicator

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Remove all packaging material and, if applicable, any stickers from the product; delete and save literature.
• Wash all removable parts and/or accessories as directed in CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE.
• Choose a dry, level location where the appliance is to be used, leaving enough space between the back of the appliance and the wall to allow heat to circulate without damaging cabinets and walls.
• Slide the drip tray into the center slot at the bottom of the device.
• Close the cover.
• Unwind the cord and plug it into a standard electrical outlet. The power light will turn on.
• Allow to preheat for 3 to 5 minutes. When the temperature is reached, the ready light turns on.

NOTICED:

• The light will turn on and off during use as the temperature is maintained; it’s normal.
• When properly placed, the drip tray will extend toward the rear of the unit. Make sure it extends backward properly to catch any drips.

USAGE TIPS

USING THE FLOATING HINGE POSITION: The floating hinge position is used to prepare Panini and other grilled sandwiches. It can also be used for grilling. In this position, the grill plate rests on the food.

1. Prepare your Panini while the appliance is heating.
2. Using a potholder, gently open the lid.
3. Before the first use, if desired, lightly oil the plates.
4. Carefully place the food to be cooked on the lower plate. IMPORTANT: Do not overload the cooking plate.
5. Close the lid with the lid closing directly over the food.
6. Let the food cook for the desired time.
   IMPORTANT: Do not leave the device unattended.
7. After the desired time, the food should be ready. If you prefer longer cooking, simply follow the steps starting in step 4.
8. Using an oven mitt, carefully open the lid.
9. Remove food using a nylon-coated spatula.
   IMPORTANT: Always use heat-resistant plastic, silicone, or wooden utensils to avoid scratching the non-stick surface of the plates. NEVER use metal skewers, tongs, forks, or knives.
10. Unplug to turn off the device.
    IMPORTANT: The panini plates remain on and hot until the unit is unplugged.
11. Allow the drip tray to cool completely before removing it. Wash and dry the drip tray after each use.

NOTE: Cooking spray should not be used on the nonstick surface. Chemicals that allow the spray to escape can build up on the surface of the plates and reduce their effectiveness.

HINT: You can apply light pressure on the handle to press and heat food as you wish. Do not exert strong pressure on the cover at any time.

USING THE ADJUSTABLE ANGLE:

If you are using your panini maker as a grill, you can use the angle-adjustable legs on the front of the grill to tilt the cooking surface. This allows fat and grease to drain from the food while cooking.

1. To use the adjustable angle, simply press the front of the legs on either side under the front of the grill.
2. This will flip the legs so that the extended part of each is outward and the cooking surface is tilted back. Make sure the legs are firmly secured in the tilted position before you start grilling.
   IMPORTANT: Always make sure the drip tray is in place to allow grease and other liquids to drain properly when using the slope.

NOTE: The light will turn on and off during use as the temperature is maintained; it’s normal.

USING THE OPEN COOKING SURFACE

1. Lift the lid by the handle until it stops.
2. Press the hinge release button located on the bottom right of the handles and lower the lid until the cooking surface is fully open.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

1. Place the drip tray into the drip tray slot as shown. Use a plastic spatula to scrape off excess grease and food particles left on the cooking plates; runoff water will drain into the collection tray. IMPORTANT: Do not use metal scouring pads, steel wool, or abrasive cleaners to clean any part of your grill; use only nylon or non-metallic scrubbing pads.
2. Remove the drip tray, empty it, and wash it in warm soapy water or the dishwasher (top rack only); dry thoroughly with a paper towel or cloth.
   IMPORTANT: Do not immerse the body of the device in water or any other liquid.

CAUTION: To avoid accidental burns, allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning.

NOTE: To remove stubborn buildup, use a nylon or non-metallic scouring pad to clean the grill plates.

GUARANTEE

LIMITED WARRANTY* A ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY WITH DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE OF PURCHASE. If you have any problems with this device, contact customer service for assistance.

1. Your small kitchen appliance is warranted to the original purchaser against manufacturing defects under normal use and use for one (1) year, cord excluded. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
2. Retail stores/merchants selling this product have no right to alter, modify, or revise in any way the terms and conditions of the warranty.
3. If you use your appliance for domestic use and by the instructions, it should provide you with years of satisfactory service.
4. At its sole discretion, Maxi-Matic USA will repair or replace the product found to be defective within the warranty period.
5. The repaired or replaced product will be under warranty for the remainder of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period.
6. Consumer remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our service center.
7. This limited warranty covers devices purchased and used in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia and does NOT cover normal wear and tear of parts or:
   • Damage caused by unreasonable use, negligence, normal wear and tear, commercial use, improper assembly or installation of the product.
   • Damage caused during shipping.
   • Damage caused by replacing or resetting house fuses or circuit breakers.
   • Defects other than manufacturing defects.
   • Breakage caused by misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance, or improper current or theft.
   • Lost or missing parts of the product. Parts will need to be purchased separately.
   • Damage to non-electrical parts; i.e. cracked or broken plastic/glass, scratched/dented inner pots.
   • Damage due to maintenance or repair by unauthorized personnel.
   • Extended warranties are purchased through a separate company or reseller.
   • Natural disasters such as fires, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.
8. This warranty does not apply to remanufactured merchandise.

Maxi-Matic, USA will not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by a breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the warranty.

• The one-year limited warranty is valid only in the 50 United States plus the District of Columbia, excluding Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
• This warranty is only effective if the product is purchased and used in the United States; Use of the product in violation of the written instructions supplied with the device will void this warranty. For an international warranty, please contact the local distributor.
• This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights to which you are entitled which vary from state to state, province, and/or jurisdiction.
   
• Any instructions or policies included in this manual may be subject to change at any time.

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