Breadman TR456 User manual

THE PANINI MAKER
MODEL TR456
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Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Additional Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Polarized Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Short Cord Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Electric Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Plasticizer Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
The Panini Maker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Before Using For The First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Panini Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7
Hints for Best Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
User Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cleaning Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Storage Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Dress Up Your Panini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11
Some Variations On Creating Panini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Panini Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 17
Guarantee/Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle. Use oven mitts or potholders.
3. To protect against electric shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water
or other liquid.
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 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 Consumer Service for
examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer
may cause injuries.
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 gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or
other hot liquids.
12. To disconnect, remove plug from wall outlet.
13. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION: HOT SURFACES. This appliance generates heat and escaping steam
during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or
other damage to persons or property.
CAUTION: This appliance is hot during operation and retains heat for some time after
turning OFF. Always use oven mitts when handling hot materials and allow metal
parts to cool before cleaning. Do not place anything on top of the appliance while it
is operating or while it is hot.
1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Owner’s Manual before
operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only.
3. If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately unplug the cord. Do not
use or attempt to repair the malfunctioning appliance.
4. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
5. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space 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.
6. This appliance generates steam — do not operate in open position.
7. Using a pot holder, hold the top cover (Lid) open while placing or removing food on
the cooking surface to prevent accidental closing and injury.
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POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into 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 attempt to modify
the plug in any way.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used
if care is exercised in their use.
If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used, (1) the marked
electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance, and (2) 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
tripped over unintentionally.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not
operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other
appliances.
PLASTICIZERWARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the counter top
or table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or place mats
between the appliance and the finish of the counter top or table top.
Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken, permanent blemishes may occur or
stains can appear.
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THE PANINI MAKER
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LID / TOP VIEW
1. Metal Arm
2. Cool Touch Grip
3. Non-Stick Grilling Plates
4. Non-Skid Feet
5. Vertical Storage with Cord Wrap
6. Polarized Plug
7. Floating Hinge System
8. Lid
9. Securing Latch
10. Green READY Light
11. Red Power ON Indicator Light
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Before using your Breadman® Panini Maker, clean and pre-heat the
non-stick Grilling Plates.
1. Carefully unpack Panini Maker.
2. Release the Securing Latch located on the side of the Metal Arm.
Wipe all surfaces with a cloth or sponge dampened with hot, soapy
water. NEVER IMMERSE THE PANINI MAKER IN WATER.
Rinse with a dampened cloth or sponge and wipe dry.
3. Set the appliance on a dry, clean and flat countertop surface where
it can be easily plugged into an electrical outlet. Plug the Panini
Maker into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
4. The red Power ON Indicator Light and the Green READY Light
will both illuminate.
To avoid burns, care should be taken when handling the Panini
Maker. The sides of the Grilling Plates are exposed and may be hot.
Use oven mitts or potholders when handling hot surfaces.
5. You may notice a fine smoke haze and a slight odor while residues
burn off.
Some odor may still be detected during initial use; this is normal and
should disappear after one or two uses.
6. Allow the Panini Maker to pre-heat for approximately
4 - 5 minutes until the Green READY Indicator Light turns off.
7. While the Panini Maker is preheating, we suggest that you prepare
your panini and fillings.
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NOTE:
CAUTION:
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
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Follow these simple steps to prepare the perfect panini for your friends or family. It is
customary to prepare panini from a hearty loaf of bread. However, panini made from
store-bought sliced breads or rolls can be delicious and simple to prepare.
STEP 1
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Panini Bread
Technique
PANINIPREPARATION
1. With a serrated knife, carefully trim off the top crust of the bread
to make a flat surface. Leave as much bread as possible.
Flip the loaf over and repeat.
2. Place your hand firmly on top of the loaf so you can feel the
position of the knife as it cuts evenly through the bread. Cut the
loaf horizontally into 2 (1/2” thick) slices.
STEP 2
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PANINIPREPARATION (Continued)
3. Assemble panini. Brush or spray both sides of the outside of the
sandwich with olive oil, butter or margarine. When the Green
READY Light goes out, your panini are ready to grill.
4. Using a pot holder or oven mitt, hold the top cover (Lid) open
when placing or removing food on the cooking surface to
prevent accidental closing and injury.
5. Using a pot holder or oven mitt, center one or two panini, oiled
side down, on the bottom Grilling Plate.
6. Grasp the Cool Touch Grip and pull down the Metal Arm to
gently lower the top Grilling Plate. The Floating Hinge system
will adjust to the thickness of your panini automatically. To
ensure a perfectly grilled sandwich, make sure that the top
Grilling Plate lies evenly on the top of the oiled panini.
7. During grilling, the Green READY Indicator Light will cycle on
and off during cooking. This indicates that the thermostat is
maintaining the proper cooking temperature to grill panini
to perfection.
Make sure that the cord is kept well away from the Grilling Plates
when in use.
8. Grill until the bread is toasted to your liking.
9. To remove your grilled panini, always use a plastic or wooden
spatula.
Never use a sharp or metal object as it may damage the non-stick
surface of the Grilling Plates.
10. Allow panini to cool to a safe handling temperature
before slicing.
11. Disconnect the plug from wall outlet when not in use.
NOTE:
NOTE:
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HINTS FOR BEST RESULTS
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•Always preheat the Panini Maker before each use.
•Have all ingredients at hand before preparing panini.
•A wide variety of breads may be used, such as whole wheat, fruit breads, and
white bread.
• With the Panini Maker’s Non-Stick Grilling Plates, it is not necessary to
butter the outside of the bread. However, to encourage even browning of the
bread, spreading a small amount of butter or margarine is recommended.
NOTE: The Panini Maker is coated with a non-stick surface. Do not use non-
stick sprays as they can cause build-up on the Cooking Plates. Use cooking
oil instead.
•When using soft or liquid fillings, use thicker-sliced breads. Bread can be
slightly toasted before filling is added.
•Most fresh fruits release juice when heated. It is preferable to used canned
fruit; drain and pat fruit dry with a clean paper towel.
• Avoid using processed cheeses, as they tend to “run” under high temperatures.
•A teaspoon of sugar sprinkled on the buttered side makes grilled panini
crispier and adds flavor when using sweet fillings. Prepare delicious panini
desserts with custard or cream.
•Remember that whole grain and sweet breads will grill quicker than
white breads.
•After you have removed finished panini, close the Lid to retain heat while
assembling more sandwiches.
• Wearing oven mitts, use a soft, absorbent paper towel to wipe the Grilling
Plates clean after each use to avoid food contamination.
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