Hamilton Beach Belgian Waffle Maker
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 the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 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 cooking unit in water or other liquid.
- Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
- 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 to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
- 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.
- To disconnect, remove the plug from the wall outlet.
- Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
- Do not use the appliance unattended.
- When using this appliance, provide 4 to 6 inches of air space above, behind, and on both sides for air circulation. Do not use it on surfaces where heat may cause a problem.
- Never remove the waffle with any kind of cutting device or other metallic kitchen utensil.
- Always allow the appliance to cool down completely before putting it away, and never wrap the cord around the appliance while it is still hot.
- Do not operate the appliance using an external timer or a separate remote-control system.
- CAUTION: HOT SURFACE. The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
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.
How to use
Burn Hazard. Always use an oven mitt to protect your hand when opening a hot waffle maker. Escaping steam can burn.
BEFORE FIRST USE: Wipe the bottom and top cooking grids with a soapy, damp cloth. Rinse cloth; then wipe grids again.
- Plug into an outlet. The POWER ON light will illuminate and stay on until the unit is unplugged. Turn the temperature control dial from Min to Max to adjust waffle doneness. Min for light brown waffles and Max for crispy brown waffles.
- Preheat with lid closed until READY light illuminates. This light will cycle on and off during baking.
- Use a cooking spray before pouring batter onto the grids, especially for dessert waffles or recipes with sugar.
- Hold the handle to lift the lid to open. Pour batter onto the center of the grids. Lower the lid.
- Waffles are done in about 3 to 6 minutes, depending on the recipe, or when steaming begins to stop. Remove waffles with plastic or wooden utensils. Never use metal. This will damage the nonstick coating.
- Unplug. Let cool.
Care and cleaning
Electric 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 it cool.
- Wipe cooking grids and 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.
Usage tips
- Most waffle recipes can be poured directly onto the nonstick cooking grids. Use a cooking spray for dessert waffles or any recipe with a lot of sugar. If your waffles start to stick, the grids may need to be scrubbed with a nylon brush to remove any cooked-on food particles.
- Waffles can be made ahead of time and kept warm in a 200°F (93°C) oven.
- To store waffles, let them cool and then pack them in an airtight container. Store in refrigerator or freezer. Waffles can be reheated in a microwave oven, a toaster oven, or a regular oven.
- Most waffles are done in about 3 to 6 minutes. Recipes made from scratch may take longer. Check for doneness after approximately 5 minutes or when the steaming stops. If the lid doesn’t lift easily, let the waffles cook a minute more before checking again.
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 instead of any other warranty or condition. This product is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for 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 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 call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.
For questions and other information:
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USA: 1.800.851.8900
Canada: 1.800.267.2826
México: 01 800 71 16 100
FAQs About Hamilton Beach Belgian Waffle Maker
How to use the Hamilton Beach waffle maker?
Just plug the waffle maker in, wait for the light to turn on, add batter, then cover it. That’s all there is to it. Cooked waffles are simple to remove from the iron and transfer to a plate thanks to the nonstick surface. After use, all that’s needed to clean the grids is a quick wipe-off.
How much batter to put in the Hamilton Beach waffle maker?
Compared to standard waffle baker plates, the Belgian waffle plates have a larger capacity for the batter. These recipes call for different amounts of batter—2/3 to 3/4 cup, for instance.
How do you clean a Hamilton Beach waffle maker?
Apply a moist, soapy cloth to the cooking grids and exterior of the appliance. Wipe grids once more after rinsing the cloth. 3. Avoid using abrasive cleansers, steel wool, or scouring pads on any area of the device.
Do you need to grease a Belgian waffle maker?
Apply a thin layer of melted butter or use cooking spray to coat the waffle iron. You should only need to grease the containers for the first few waffles in this recipe for six. The first time you use your waffle maker, make sure to coat it with cooking spray.
Do you have to flip waffles in a waffle maker?
As soon as you shut the lid on your waffle maker with batter inside, you flip it. The batter will cook more steadily throughout and be distributed more evenly over the plates thanks to gravity. How much time does it take to cook waffles? Depending on your waffle machine and batter quantity, cook times vary.
How do you know when the waffle batter is done?
After evenly spreading the waffle batter over the plates that have been heated, shut off the waffle iron. They should be almost done when the waffle iron stops erupting in steam, which usually takes three to five minutes.
Is it better to let the waffle batter sit?
It is recommended to rest the batter for at least two hours or overnight in the refrigerator to get the best waffles. This causes the liquid to be absorbed by the flour grains, softening the waffles inside.
How many minutes does a waffle maker take?
Coat the waffle maker’s two surfaces with cooking spray. Next, add 180 milliliters, or ¾ cup, of batter per waffle to the griddle. After the waffle maker indicates that the batter is done, which should take around five minutes, close it.
Are waffle makers waterproof?
An electric waffle maker should never be submerged in water. To remove the cooked waffles or scrape off caked-on batter, avoid using metal or sharp utensils. This might only be the tip of the iceberg when it comes to waffle troubles in the future.
Is it safe to wash a waffle maker?
After removing any visible oil and food particles, use a moist sponge or dishcloth along with a small amount of dish soap to clean your machine’s cooking surface. Avoid using dish soap on a waffle maker with a nonstick coating as it may damage the delicate cooking surface. Go for warm water instead.
How long do waffles take to cook?
As directed by the manufacturer, preheat a waffle maker, lightly coat the surface with a small amount of oil, and then pour in enough batter to barely cover it. Cook the waffles for the recommended amount of time (typically 5 to 6 minutes) or until they are crisp and golden brown.
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