Aroma AEW-306 User manual

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AEW-306
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Electric Wok 13.5 inch
(5 Quart)

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Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances,
including the following:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Important: Read all instructions
carefully before first use.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles
or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do
not immerse cord, plug or the
appliance itself in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when
the appliance is used by or near
children. This appliance is not intended
to be used by children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool
before putting on or taking o parts,
and before cleaning the 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.
Contact Aroma® customer service for
examination, repair or adjustment.
7. Do not use attachments or accessories
other than those supplied or
recommended by Aroma®
Housewares. Incompatible parts
create a hazard.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of
table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot burner
or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use the appliance for other than
its intended use.
12. Do not clean with metal scouring pads.
Pieces can break o the pad and
touch electrical parts, creating a risk
of electric shock. Metal scouring pads
may also damage the finish.
13. Always unplug from the base of the
wall outlet. Never pull on the cord.
14. Extreme caution should be exercised
when using or moving the appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
15. The wok should be operated on a
separate electrical circuit from other
operating appliances. If the electric
circuit is overloaded with other
appliances, this appliance may not
operate properly.
16. Store in a cool, dry place.
17. To disconnect, move the temperature
controller to the o position “0” before
unplugging the wok from the electric
outlet.
18. Place the electric wok on a dry, flat
and heat-resistant surface, and use it
in a well-ventilated area.
19. Do not place the wok too close to the
edge of the table or countertop as the
wok might be knocked o.
20. The heating base and the other parts
may become hot. Be sure to use the
handles and wear protective oven
mitts or gloves.
21. Check the handles on a regular basis
to ensure that they are firmly attached
to the pan.
22. This appliance is not intended for deep
frying foods.
23. Use only CTW300B temperature
controlling plug Manufactured by
KAIKAI ELECTRIC APPLIANCES CO LTD.
3.

THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
4.
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
3. If a longer extension cord is used:
a.) The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
b.) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped
over unintentionally.
c.) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be
a grounding 3-wire cord.
DO NOT DRAPE CORD!
KEEP AWAY
FROM CHILDREN!
Short Cord Instructions
Grounding Instructions
This appliance must be grounded while in use
to protect the operator from electrical shock.
The appliance is equipped with a 3-conductor
cord and a 3-prong grounding-type plug to
fit the proper grounding-type receptacle. The
appliance has a plug that looks like figure (A).
GROUNDING
PRONG
ADAPTER
GROUNDING MEANS
AA22D
Figure (A)
Figure (B)
Figure (C)
CIRCUIT
GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR
CONNECTED
PROPERLY
METAL
MOUNTING
SCREW
COVER OF
GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX

Parts Identification
5.
Cool-Touch
Handles
Tempered Glass
Lid
Nonstick Interior
Steam Vent
Wok Body
Detachable
Base
Long Chopsticks Tempura Rack Steam Rack
Temperature
Probe
Trigger Release
Controls/Functions
Trigger Release
Temperature Probe
Allows you to set wok temperature
to heat up to 450°F.

6.
Note:
· For replacement
parts and service
questions, please
contact Aroma®
customer service at
1-800-276-6286 or
customerservice@
aromaco.com
· Any other servicing
should be performed
by Aroma®
Housewares.
· Do not use harsh
abrasive cleaners or
products that are not
considered safe to use
on nonstick coatings.
· The temperature
control probe is NOT
dishwasher-safe.
Do not immerse
temperature control
probe in water or any
other liquid.
B F U
T C
1. Read all instructions and important safeguards.
2. Remove all packaging materials and check that
all items have been received in good condition.
3. Tear up all plastic bags and dispose of them
properly as they can pose a risk to children.
4. Wash lid, steam tray bases, drip tray and heating
element cover in warm, soapy water. Rinse and
dry thoroughly.
5. Wipe food steamer base clean with a damp
cloth.
1. Move the temperature dial to o position "0"
and unplug the power cord immediately after
cooking. When cool, remove control probe and
place aside.
2. To detach the base: Turn the wok over
with bottom facing up and turn the knob
counterclockwise to release. (See figure 4A).
3. The lid and the body can be entirely immersed in
water for cleaning. Always use a soft sponge or
dishcloth to clean the glass lid.
4. Clean thoroughly with warm, soapy water and a
damp sponge or cloth. If necessary, add 2 cups of
warm soapy water to the wok to soak for a half-
hour and then clean.
5. Thoroughly rinse and dry appliance before
storing or using again.
6. Reattach the wok base before storage. Turn wok
over and line up the wok base with wok heating
element and press knob in and turn clockwise to
lock.
Caution:
Detachable base
This diagram depicts the steps
to be taken to detach the base.
4A
· For even faster
cleanup, the wok
body, glass lid and
all accessories can
be washed in the
dishwasher!
Helpful
Hints:

Note:
· The wok heats up fast.
Be sure to prepare all
the ingredients first
and place them near
cooking area before the
wok is plugged in.
· Do not use metal or
abrasive utensils that
may damage the
nonstick surface.
· Hold one of the wok
handles with a hot pad
or oven mitt when you
stir-fry a large portion of
food.
· Wok base can become
extremely hot. Do not
touch the base of the
wok during or after
cooking.
7.
T U W
1. Attach the temperature probe to the wok by
firmly inserting until click is audible (see figure
2A) and plug it into an available electrical 120V
AC outlet.
2. Add cooking oil and adjust the cooking
temperature to the desired setting. When the
indicator light goes o, the temperature has
been reached and the wok is ready.
3. When the oil is at desired temperature, add
food and begin cooking.
4. Adjust steam vent to release or retain steam
while cooking (see figure 3A to operate the
steam vent).
5. When cooking is complete, move the
temperature dial to o position "0" and
remove food from the wok immediately.
6. Unplug the power cord from the electrical
outlet once cooking is complete. When cool,
remove the temperature control probe (see
figure 2B). Allow the wok to cool completely
before cleaning.
Caution:
· Do not cover the wok
with lid when heating
up the cooking oil.
· Use caution when
operating steam vent
to prevent burning
hands or face.
Steam Vent Operation
Steam vent allows you to
control desired moisture
levels while cooking and
steaming.
Insert Temperature Probe
Insert temperature probe into
wok until it clicks into place.
Trigger Release
Release by pressing trigger
& removing temperature probe.
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2
4
6
8
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2
4
6
8
2A 2B
3A

R
Stir-Fried Beef with Snow Peas
Marinate sliced beef in a mixture of soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil
and sugar. Set aside. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in wok. Stir fry
all the vegetables for about 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of salt
while stirring. Remove, place in bowl and set aside. Heat the remaining
oil in the wok. Add the marinated beef and stir constantly for 3-4 minutes
or until it is almost done. Return the cooked vegetables to the wok and
mix thoroughly.
SERVES 4.
⁄ lb.
2 cups
⁄ cup
⁄ cup
1 tbsp
1⁄ tsp
⁄ tsp
4 tsp
1 tsp
⁄ tsp
flank steak, thinly sliced
snow peas, stem and strings removed
sliced mushrooms
sliced carrots or bamboo shoots
dark soy sauce
cornstarch
sugar
vegetable oil
sesame oil (optional)
salt
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Mandarin Chicken
1⁄ lb.
1
⁄ tbsp
⁄ tbsp
3
1⁄ tbsp
⁄ tbsp
2 cups
dash
boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ⁄" cubes
egg white, slightly beaten
salt
cornstarch
green onions, cut into ⁄" pieces
hoisin sauce
dark soy sauce
vegetable oil
white pepper
Season chicken with egg white, salt, cornstarch and white pepper. Cover
and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes. Heat oil in the wok. Stir fry chicken for
2-3 minutes or until meat turns white, separating all pieces while stirring.
Drain well and set aside. Pour out all but 2 tablespoons of oil from the
wok. Heat the wok again and add green onions, hoisin sauce, then
chicken. Stir well, then add soy sauce.
SERVES 4.
8.

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R (CONT.
Shred crab meat (if using canned crab meat, drain well). Remove white
part of asparagus spears and peel tough skin. Cut diagonally into 2”
lengths, rinse well and drain. Heat the wok with 2 tablespoons of oil. Stir
fry asparagus. Add salt and 2 tablespoons of chicken broth. Cook for 3-4
minutes, or until soft. Remove and set aside. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Add
shredded crab meat and stir fry for 30 seconds. Add asparagus with 1
cup of chicken broth and cornstarch. Stir fry for another 30 seconds. Beat
egg white again and pour over crab meat and asparagus. Stir and heat
thoroughly.
SERVES 4.
Asparagus in Crab Meat Sauce
2 pounds
3 oz
3 tbsp
1 tsp
1 cup & 2 tbsp
2
2 tbsp
fresh asparagus
crab meat, fresh, frozen or canned
peanut oil
salt
chicken broth
egg whites, beaten
cornstarch, for thickening
Wash chicken drumsticks. Pat dry. Cut green onion into 3 three pieces.
Heat the wok with vegetable oil. Stir fry ginger root and green onion. Add
drumsticks, sherry, soy sauce, sugar and ½ cup of water. Let drumsticks
gently boil under medium heat until most of the juice is gone. Turn
occasionally. Remove and set on plate. Garnish with parsley and serve.
SERVES 4.
Cathay Chicken
8
2
4 slices
1 tbsp
⁄ cup
1 tbsp
3 tbsp
-
small chicken drumsticks
green onions
fresh ginger root
sherry
dark soy sauce
sugar
vegetable oil
Chinese parsley, for garnish

R (CONT.
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10.
Stir-Fried Pork with Green Beans
⁄ lb.
1 cup
2
⁄ cup
1 stalk
1 tsp
3 tbsp
⁄ tsp
1 tsp
1⁄ tsp
1 clove
⁄
⁄ cup
lean pork cut into thin strips
green beans
Chinese mushrooms, presoaked, sliced
bamboo shoots, sliced into long shoestrings
celery, thinly sliced
salt
vegetable oil
sugar
rice wine
soy sauce
garlic crushed
green onion, minced
chicken broth or water
Blanch green beans for about 2 minutes, cut into 1” length. Set aside. Stir
fry garlic in 2 teaspoons of heated oil with a little bit of salt. Add pork
strips, stir fry quickly until meat whitens. Remove and set aside. Heat the
remaining oil. Add green onion, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, celery and
blanched green beans, stir fry for 2 minutes, then add soy sauce. Add
the cooked pork and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat,
cover wok and cook for 1 minute. Add thickening ingredients and stir. Mix
thoroughly.
SERVES 4.
To Thicken:
2 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp sherry
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp oyster sauce

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Note:
· Proof of purchase is
required for all warranty
claims.
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S & S
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against defects in material and workmanship for one year
from provable date of purchase in the United States.
Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company
will repair or replace, at its discretion, defective parts
at no charge, provided the product is returned, freight
prepaid with proof of purchase and U.S. $20.00 for
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number. Allow 2-4 weeks for return shipping.
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expired; the product has been modified by any
unauthorized service center or personnel; the defect
was subject to abuse, improper use not conforming to
product manual instructions, or environmental conditions
more severe than those specified in the manual
and specification, neglect of the owner or improper
installation; the defect was subject to Force Majeure such
as flood, lightning, earthquake, other natural calamities,
war, vandalism, theft, brownouts or sags (damage due to
low voltage disturbances).
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of the United States.
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