Cuisinart WAF-300C Service manual

®
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product,
always read the instruction book carefully before using.
Professional Belgian Waffle Maker
WAF-300C
INSTRUCTION
AND RECIPE
BOOKLET

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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. Alway unplug from outlet when not
in use and before cleaning. Allow
to cool before putting on or taking
off parts, and before cleaning
appliance.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use
handles and knobs.
4. To protect against fire, electrical
shock, and injury to persons, DO
NOT IMMERSE CORD, PLUG, OR
UNIT in water or other liquids.
5. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near
children.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. Return this
appliance to the Cuisinart Repair
Center for examination, repair, and
electrical or mechanical adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by Cuisinart
®
may
result in fire, electrical shock, or injury
to persons.
8. Do not use outdoors, or use for other
than intended use.
9. Do not let power 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. Unplug the unit when finished baking
waffles.
12. Always begin by plugging appliance
into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn
control to setting #1, then remove
plug from wall outlet.
13. Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot
oil or other hot liquids.
14. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
REPAIR SHOULD BE DONE ONLY
BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL. DO
NOT REMOVE THE BASE PANEL.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
ARE INSIDE.
15. Do not operate your appliance in
an appliance garage or under a
wall cabinet. When storing in an
appliance garage, always unplug
the unit from the electrical outlet.
Not doing so could create a risk
of re, especially if the appliance
touches the walls of the garage
or the door touches the unit as it
closes.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord is provided to
reduce the risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer
cord. Longer extension cords are
available and may be used if care is
exercised in their use.
If a long extension cord is used, the
marked electrical rating of the extension
cord should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance, and 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 animals, or tripped over.
NOTICE
For your protection, the Cuisinart
®
Professional Waffle Maker is supplied with
a molded 3-prong grounding-type plug
and should be used in combination with a
properly connected grounding-type
outlet.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards........................... 2
Introduction .......................................... 3
Parts and Features............................... 3
Before First Use ................................... 3
Operating Instructions.......................... 4
Cleaning and Care................................ 4
Tips....................................................... 5
Suggested Toppings ............................ 5
Recipes................................................. 6
Warranty ............................................. 11
INTRODUCTION
Cuisinart®has always had a air for
the dramatic, and your new Profes-
sional Belgian Wafe Maker is one
of the best examples yet! The look is
solid – a cross between commercial
and consumer, with brushed stainless
steel that’s upscale and elegant. With
extra deep pockets and an easy-to-
handle rotary feature for even baking
and browning, you’ll love the options
that this wafe maker provides.
Plates are non-stick, so heat them up
and get cooking! Enjoy great break-
fasts and creative desserts. Happy
wafing!
PARTS AND FEATURES
1. Deep ½” (1.25 cm) Waffle Grids
2. Browning Control Adjustment -
Adjustable for different batters and
personal preference.
3. Indicator Lights -
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in “On” position.
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is “Ready to Bake”.
4. Indicator Beeps -
6 beeps indicate unit is ready to
bake. When the waffle maker is first
plugged into electrical outlet and
turned to the “On” position, the
waffle maker will beep 6 times,
indicating it has reached baking
temperature (not shown).
Please note: this will only occur for
the first waffle of each baking
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5. Lockdown Lid -
Lid will not rise as waffles bake.
6. Folding Handle
- For easy storage.
7. Measuring Scoop
BEFORE FIRST USE
Remove all packaging and any
promotional labels or stickers from your
waffle maker. Be sure that all parts (listed
above, Parts and Features) of your new
waffle maker have been included before
discarding any packaging materials. You
may want to keep the box and packing
materials for use at a later date.
Before using your Cuisinart®Professional
Belgian Waffle Maker for the first time,
wipe housing and waffle plates with a
damp cloth to remove any dust from the
warehouse or shipping.
Note: The Cuisinart®Professional Belgian
Waffle Maker has been treated with a
special nonstick coating. Before the first
use, we suggest you season the grids
with cooking spray or flavourless
vegetable oil. If using oil, apply oil with a
paper towel or pastry brush. You may find
it helpful to repeat this process before
each use of the waffle maker.
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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Plug cord into 120V AC wall or outlet.
Switch the toggle switch to the “On”
position. The red light will go on to
signal power. The waffle maker will
now begin the preheating process.
This should take about 4 minutes.
The waffle maker will sound 6 beeps
and the green indicator light will go
on to signal the unit is ready for
baking. Season the waffle grids by
spraying with cooking spray or
brushing with a flavourless oil. For
initial use, it is important that the
waffle maker is preheated before
seasoning with cooking spray or oil.
Note: The first time you use your
waffle maker, it may have a slight
odour and may smoke a bit. This is
normal, and common to heating
appliances.
2. Push slide button on handle into up
position to extend the handle for
baking waffles. When baking is
completed, push button on handle
into down position to collapse for
compact storage.
3. Preheat your Cuisinart
®
Belgian
Waffle Maker on setting #4 or
preferred setting (green indicator light
will be illuminated when preheated).
For best results, do not open waffle
maker during cooking process. Doing
so will offset the timing mechanism.
4. Using the recipes provided (fill
measuring scoop to fill line ¾ or to
top of measuring scoop depending
on the recipe. For loose batters, fill to
the ¾ mark; for thicker batters fill to
the top) and pour batter evenly into
the centre of the waffle grids. Use a
heatproof spatula to spread the
batter evenly over the grids. Close
the lid and rotate the unit 180° to the
right.
5. When the waffle is completely baked,
the waffle maker will sound 3 beeps.
Baking time is determined by
browning level. Choose a setting on
the browning control dial. For golden
brown waffles, we recommend using
setting #4.
6. Once the waffle is ready and the
waffle maker has beeped 3 times,
rotate the waffle maker 180° to the
left, open the lid and remove waffle
by gently loosening the edges with a
heatproof plastic spatula. Never use
metal utensils, as they may damage
the nonstick coating.
7. Always disconnect the plug from the
wall outlet, once baking has been
completed.
CLEANING AND CARE
Once you have finished baking, switch
toggle to the “Off” position; remove plug
from electrical outlet. Leave top lid open
and allow grids to cool before cleaning.
Never take your Belgian waffle maker
apart for cleaning. Simply brush crumbs
from grooves, and absorb any excess
cooking oil by wiping with a dry cloth or
paper towel. You may clean the grids by
wiping with a damp cloth, to prevent
staining and sticking from batter or oil
buildup. Be certain that grids have cooled
completely before cleaning. If batter
adheres to plates, simply pour a little
cooking oil onto the baked batter and let
stand approximately 5 minutes, allowing
batter to soften for easy removal.
To clean exterior, wipe with a soft dry
cloth. Never use an abrasive cleanser or
harsh pad. NEVER IMMERSE CORD,
PLUG OR UNIT IN WATER OR OTHER
LIQUID.
MAINTENANCE
Any other servicing should be performed
by an authorized service representative.

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TIPS FOR MAKING
PERFECT BELGIAN
WAFFLES
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using commercial pancake/waffle
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waffle recipes. If you prefer crisper,
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batter into the centre of the lower
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using ¾ cup batter or enough to fill
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waffles, rest measuring scoop with
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aerate it, since it settles when it sits.
Then spoon it into a measuring cup,
leveling off the top with the back of a
knife – do not pack down into
measuring cup. These quick steps
will help you avoid heavy waffles.
Belgian waffles taste best when
made to order, but baked Belgian
waffles may be kept warm in a 200˚F
(93°C) oven. Place in a baking pan or
wrap in foil while in the oven. Waffles
wrapped in foil may lose their
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to cool completely, and then place in
plastic food storage bag. Use waxed
paper to keep waffles separated.
Reheat in an oven, toaster or toaster
oven when ready to use.
SUGGESTED
TOPPINGS
Maple syrup, fruit syrups
Warm fruit compote, fruit sauce
Fresh berries, chopped fruit
Chopped nuts
Powdered sugar
Whipped cream
Ice cream, sorbet
Chocolate sauce
Fruited yogurt

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RECIPES
QUICK ‘N EASY
BELGIAN WAFFLE MIX
Try this Quick ‘N Easy Variety Mix batter,
the results will be light & airy waffles your
family will love.
2 cups (500 ml) waffle
Variety-Baking mix
2 tablespoons (25 ml) vegetable
oil
1 egg
1¹⁄ ³cup (325 ml) milk
Beat all ingredients with hand mixer until
smooth.
Preheat your Cuisinart™ Belgian Waffle
Maker on setting #4 or preferred setting
(green indicator light will be illuminated
when preheated).
For best results, do not open waffle maker
during cooking process. Doing so will
offset the timing mechanism.
Use the measuring scoop to measure the
batter and pour into the preheated waffle
iron. Use a heatproof spatula to spread
the batter evenly over the grids. Close lid
and rotate waffle maker 180° to the right.
Bake the waffles in the waffle iron until
beeper indicates that the waffle is done.
Rotate waffle maker 180° to the left.
Remove waffle and repeat until all batter
is used. Waffles may be kept warm in a
low 200° F (93°C) oven. Place waffles
arranged on a cookie sheet on a rack in
the warm oven.
* We recommend using setting #4 to
achieve a golden brown baked Belgian
waffle. Adjust the browning control if
you prefer lighter or darker waffles, as
required.
CLASSIC BELGIAN WAFFLES
Classic Belgian waffles have a crispy
outside and are soft and moist on the
inside. They are often served as part of a
celebration – even to celebrate
something as simple as a beautiful day.
Try these waffles with your favourite
syrup or a topping such as sliced fresh
strawberries and freshly whipped cream.
Makes 10 waffles
1½ cups (375 ml) water
2¼ teaspoons (11 ml) active dry
yeast (one packet)
3 cups (750 ml) sifted flour
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) salt
3 large eggs, separated + 1 egg
white
¹⁄³cup (75 ml) sugar
1½ cups (375 ml) whole milk
8 tablespoons (125 ml) unsalted
butter – melted and cooled
2 teaspoons (10 ml) vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Heat ½ of the water to lukewarm, 105°-
110° F (41°-43°C). Dissolve the yeast in the
water with a pinch of the sugar from the
recipe; let stand 5 to 10 minutes, until the
mixture begins to foam.
Put the flour and salt into a large bowl; stir
to blend and reserve. Add the egg yolks,
one of the egg whites, and remaining
sugar to the yeast mixture; stir to blend.
Add the remaining water, milk, melted
butter, oil, and vanilla; stir until the mixture
is smooth. Stir the liquid mixture into the
flour mixture and beat until the mixture is
smooth.
Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
Fold the egg whites gently into the batter.
Let the batter stand for 1 hour, stirring
every 15 minutes.
Preheat your Cuisinart
®
Belgian Waffle
Maker on setting #4 or preferred setting
(green indicator light will be illuminated
when preheated).
For best results, do not open waffle maker
during cooking process. Doing so will
offset the timing mechanism.

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Use the measuring scoop to measure the
batter and pour into the preheated waffle
iron. Use a heatproof spatula to spread
the batter evenly over the grids. Close lid
and rotate waffle maker 180˚ to the right.
Bake the waffles in the waffle iron until
beeper indicates that the waffle is done.
Rotate waffle maker 180˚ to the left.
Remove waffle and repeat until all batter
is used. Waffles may be kept warm in a
low 200°F (93°C) oven.
Place waffles arranged on a cookie sheet
on a rack in the warm oven. Serve with
whipped cream, fruit, jam, powdered
sugar, or warm fruit syrup.
*We recommend using setting #4 to
achieve a golden brown baked Belgian
waffle. Adjust the browning control if you
prefer lighter or darker waffles.
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GINGERBREAD
BELGIAN WAFFLES
These waffles have the flavour of just
baked gingerbread and are delicious
served with fresh fruit or caramelized
apples and pears.
Makes 6 waffles
½ cup (125 ml) warm water
1 teaspoon (5 ml) granulated
sugar
2¼ teaspoons (11 m) active dry
yeast (1 packet)
1½ cups (375 ml) all-purpose flour
1 cup (250 ml) graham cracker
crumbs
¼ cup (50 ml) granulated sugar
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) salt
1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground ginger
½ teaspoon (2 ml) finely chopped
lemon zest
2 cups (500 ml) warm milk [about
105°F (41°C)]
3 large eggs, separated
½ cup (125 ml) unsalted butter,
melted and cooled
1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Measure water into a large bowl. Add
1 teaspoon (5 ml) granulated sugar and
yeast; stir to dissolve. Let stand
10 minutes. In a separate bowl, combine
the flour, graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup
(50 ml) sugar, salt, ginger, and lemon zest;
stir to combine. Add the milk, egg yolks,
melted cooled butter, and vanilla to the
yeast mixture. Stir until smooth. Add the
dry ingredients and beat until smooth,
using low speed of a hand mixer. Cover
with waxed paper and let stand to rise in
a warm, draft-free place for 30 minutes.
Beat the egg whites until stiff, but not dry.
Gently fold into the batter.
Preheat your Cuisinart
®
Belgian Waffle
Maker on setting #4 or preferred setting
(green indicator light will be illuminated
when preheated).
For best results, do not open waffle
maker during cooking process. Doing so
will offset the timing mechanism.

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Use the measuring scoop to measure out
batter, spreading evenly into waffle grids.
Close lid and rotate 180˚ to the right and
bake in the hot waffle maker until beeper
sounds. Rotate waffle maker 180˚ to the
left. Remove waffle and repeat with
remaining batter. Waffles may be kept
warm in a low 200°F (93°C) oven. Place
waffles arranged on a cookie sheet on a
rack in the warm oven. Serve with lemon
curd, fruit, jam, powdered sugar, a warm
fruit syrup, or whipped cream.
* We recommend using setting #4 to
achieve a golden brown baked Belgian
waffle. Adjust the browning control if
you prefer lighter or darker waffles.
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GOOD NIGHT WAFFLES
Most of the mixing for these waffles is
done the night before. In the morning,
just mix in the eggs, vanilla extract and
a pinch of baking soda while the waffle
maker is heating. Leftover batter may be
covered and kept in the refrigerator for
up to 3 days. Heat your waffle maker in
the morning, stir the batter and have a
freshly baked waffle for breakfast.
Makes 6 waffles
½ cup (125 ml) lukewarm
[105°F (41°C)] water
1 tablespoon (15 ml) granulated
sugar
2¼ teaspoons (11 ml) active dry
yeast (1 yeast packet)
2 cups (500 ml) whole milk,
warmed [about 105°F (41°C)]
½ cup (125 ml) unsalted butter,
melted and cooled
1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
2 cups (500 ml) all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons (10 ml) vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) baking soda
The night before, or at least 8 hours
before baking, combine the warm water,
granulated sugar and yeast. Let stand
10 minutes, until foamy. Stir in the warm
milk, melted butter and salt. Beat in the
flour until smooth; (this may be done using
a hand mixer on low speed).
Wrap bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let
stand overnight (or for 8 hours) on the
countertop; do not refrigerate.
When ready to bake, preheat your
Cuisinart
®
Belgian Waffle Maker on setting
#4 or preferred setting; (green indicator
light will be illuminated when preheated).
For best results, do not open waffle maker
during cooking process. Doing so will
offset the timing mechanism.

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While the waffle maker is heating, stir the
eggs, vanilla extract and baking soda into
the batter. Use measuring scoop to
measure out batter. Pour onto waffle
grids. Use a heat-proof spatula to spread
the batter evenly over the grids. Close
cover and rotate 180˚ to the right. Bake in
the hot waffle maker until beeper sounds.
Rotate 180˚ to the left. Remove waffle and
repeat with remaining batter. Waffles may
be kept warm in a low 200°F (93°C) oven.
Place waffles arranged on a cookie sheet
on a rack in the oven. Serve with sliced
fresh fruit, jam, powdered sugar, a warm
fruit syrup, or whipped cream.
* We recommend using setting #4 to
achieve a golden brown baked Belgian
waffle. Adjust the browning control if
you prefer lighter or darker waffles.
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PUMPKIN NUT BELGIAN
WAFFLES
These waffles taste like freshly baked
pumpkin muffins and are delicious
served with warm maple syrup.
Makes 6 waffles
1½ cups (375 ml) all-purpose flour
1 ounce (30 g) finely chopped
walnuts or pecans (best if
toasted first)
1 tablespoon (15 ml) cornstarch
1 tablespoon (15 ml) baking pow-
der
1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
1 teaspoon (2 ml) ground
cinnamon
½ teaspoon (1 ml) ground ginger
¼ teaspoon (1 ml) freshly ground
nutmeg
¾ cup (175 ml) pumpkin puree
(canned solid pack pumpkin)
2 large eggs, separated
1 cup (250 ml) whole milk
¼ cup (50 ml) real maple syrup
(do not use pancake syrup)
3 tablespoons (45 ml) unsalted
butter, melted
1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
3 large egg whites
Preheat waffle maker on setting #4.
In a large bowl, combine the flour,
chopped nuts, cornstarch, baking powder,
salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Stir
to blend and reserve.
In a second bowl, combine the pumpkin
puree, egg yolks, milk, maple syrup,
melted butter, and vanilla extract; stir until
smooth. Add the liquid ingredients to the
dry ingredients and stir to blend until
smooth, using a whisk.
In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites
until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the
beaten egg whites into the batter.
Preheat your Cuisinart
®
Belgian Waffle
Maker on setting #4 or preferred setting;
(green indicator light will be illuminated
when preheated).
For best results, do not open waffle maker
during cooking process. Doing so will
offset the timing mechanism.

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Use measuring scoop to measure out
batter. Pour into waffle grids. Use a heat-
proof spatula to spread the batter evenly
over the grids. Close cover and rotate 180˚
to the right. Bake in the hot waffle maker
until beeper sounds. Rotate 180˚ to the
left. Remove waffle and repeat with
remaining batter. Waffles may be kept
warm in a low 200°F (93°C) oven. Place
waffles arranged on a cookie sheet on a
rack in the oven. Serve with warm maple
syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped
cream.
*We recommend using setting #4 to
achieve a golden brown baked Belgian
waffle. Adjust the browning control if
you prefer lighter or darker waffles.
Nutritional Information per waffle:
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WARRANTY
LIMITED THREE-YEAR
WARRANTY
We warrant that this Cuisinart product
will be free of defects in materials or
workmanship under normal home use
for 3 years from the date of original
purchase. This warranty covers
manufacturer’s defects including
mechanical and electrical defects. It
does not cover damage from consumer
abuse, unauthorized repairs or
modifications, theft, misuse, or damage
due to transportation or environmental
conditions. Products with removed or
altered identification numbers will not
be covered.
This warranty is not available to retailers
or other commercial purchasers or
owners. If your Cuisinart product should
prove to be defective within the
warranty period, we will repair it or
replace it if necessary. For warranty
purposes, please register your product
online at www.cuisinart.ca to facilitate
verification of the date of original
purchase and keep your original receipt
for the duration of the limited warranty.
This warranty excludes damage caused
by accident, misuse or abuse, including
damage caused by overheating, and it
does not apply to scratches, stains,
discolouration or other damage to
external or internal surfaces that does
not impair the functional utility of the
product. This warranty also expressly
excludes all incidental or consequential
damages.
Your Cuisinart product has been
manufactured to the strictest
specifications and has been designed
for use only in 120 volt outlets and only
with authorized accessories and
replacement parts. This warranty
expressly excludes any defects or
damages caused by attempted use of
this unit with a converter, as well as use
with accessories, replacement parts or
repair service other than those
authorized by Cuisinart.
If the appliance should become
defective within the warranty period,
do not return the appliance to the store.
Please contact our Customer Service
Centre:
Toll-free phone number:
1-800-472-7606
Address:
Cuisinart Canada
100 Conair Parkway
Woodbridge, Ont. L4H 0L2
Email:
[e-mail]
Model:
WAF-300C
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of
your return, please enclose:
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the underside of the base of the
product. The product date code is a
4 or 5 digit number. Example, 90630
would designate year, month & day
(2009, June 30th).
Note: We recommend you use a
traceable, insured delivery service for
added protection. Cuisinart will not be
held responsible for in-transit damage
or for packages that are not delivered
to us.
To order replacement parts or
accessories, call our Customer Service
Centre at 1-800-472-7606. For more
information, please visit our website at
www.cuisinart.ca.

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