Salton SM1543 User manual

Instruction Booklet
Model: SM1543

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 handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, DO NOT immerse cord, plugs,
or the appliance in water or other liquid.
4. 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.
5. 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 been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
6. 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.
7. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.
Return appliance to Salton for examination, repair or adjustment. All
servicing, other than cleaning, should be performed by an authorized
service representative. See Warranty.
8. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton
may cause hazards.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10.DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
11.DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
12.Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot oil or other hot liquids.
13.DO NOT move the unit when it is still hot.
14.Prior to connecting or disconnecting plug from wall outlet, turn any
control to ‘Off’.
15.Always unplug appliance immediately after using. Allow to cool
before cleaning and storing.
16.Always place appliance on a heat resistant surface.
17.CAUTION: This appliance generates heat during use. Proper
precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or other
damage to property caused by touching the sides or top while in use
or during cooling.
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18.DO NOT touch the metallic parts of the unit while the appliance is
operating. These can become very hot.
19.ALWAYS use protective, heat-resistant gloves or mitts when handling
this product to avoid steam or other burns.
20.DO NOT use appliance for other than intended use
21.DO NOT leave appliance unattended while in use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
GROUNDED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a grounded plug
(2 blades and 1 pin). If the plug does not fit fully into the electrical
outlet contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way
or use an adaptor.
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1. Red Power Light
2. Green Ready Light
3. Handle Lock
4. Upper Cooking Plate
5. Lower Cooking Plate
6. Cooking Plate Release Tabs
7. Pocket Sandwich Cooking Plate
8. Grill Plate
9. Waffle Plate
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BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Read all instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.
2. Remove all packaging
3. Wash the Cooking Plates in warm soapy water or wipe with
a sponge or cloth dampened in warm water. Dry with a cloth or
paper towel. NOTE: Be sure that the Cooking Plates are completely
dry before assembling on the unit. See the ‘Care and Cleaning’
section for instructions on how to remove and install the Cooking Plates.
4. Before cooking for the first time, the non-stick Cooking Plates must
be ‘seasoned’. Brush a small amount of oil, butter or margarine
on the Cooking Plates and wipe off excess with a paper towel.
Your appliance is now ready to use.
IMPORTANT: NEVER IMMERSE THE UNIT IN WATER OR RUN
WATER DIRECTLY ON THE COOKING PLATES IF INSTALLED ON
THE UNIT.
HOW TO USE
How To Make Waffles
1. See the Care and Cleaning Section for directions on how to install
the plates.
2. With the Waffle Plates installed, ensure the unit is on a flat surface.
Close the cover and plug the unit into a 120V AC outlet. The red and
green indicator lights will come on. The red indicator light will remain
on as long as the unit is plugged into the outlet. The green indicator
light will cycle on and off as the unit maintains the correct temperature.
3. When the unit has preheated and the green indicator light goes out
you are ready to cook.
4. Open the lid and pour 1/3 cup (85ml) of batter into the center of each
Waffle Plate. Close the Cover. DO NOT LOCK THE HANDLE LOCK
DURING COOKING. Locking the handle lock will prevent the
waffles from rising.
5. The waffles take approximately 5 minutes or until there is no more
steam escaping. Do not open the Waffle Maker during the first 3
minutes of cooking.
6. When the waffles are cooked, carefully remove them, making sure
never to touch the cooking surface with sharp, pointed or metal
objects. This could damage the non-stick surface. To remove
waffles, use heat resistant plastic or wood utensils.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: All parts of the unit, except the handle, will be very
hot during and after cooking. Do not touch any parts of the unit, except
the handle, until the unit has cooled. ALWAYS use protective, heat-
resistant gloves or mitts when opening and closing the unit to avoid
steam or other burns.
Helpful Hints
• Wafescanbebakedaheadoftime.Prepareaccordingtothe
recipe and cool on a rack for approximately 10 minutes. Store
in your freezer for up to 2 weeks. Waffles can be heated by toasting
in a toaster or toaster oven.
• Unusedbattercanbestoredintherefrigeratorforupto3days.
• NEVER lock the handle lock during the cooking process.
• TheCookingPlateshaveanon-stickcoatingsoanon-stickcooking
spray is not required.
How to Make Pocket Sandwiches
1. See the Care and Cleaning Section for directions on how to install the
plates.
2. With the Sandwich Plates installed, ensure the unit is on a flat
surface. Close the cover and plug the unit into a 120V AC outlet.
The red and green indicator lights will come on. The red indicator
light will remain on as long as the unit is plugged into the outlet.
The green indicator light will cycle on and off as the unit maintains the
correct temperature.
3. When the unit has preheated and the green indicator light goes out
you are ready to cook.
4. Open the Cover and place the sandwiches on the Sandwich Cooking
Plate. NOTE: If the sandwiches are too thick flatten down before
placing them in the unit. NOTE: DO NOT FORCE THE LID
CLOSED IF SANDWICHES ARE TOO THICK.
5. Close and secure the Handle Lock.
6. The cooking time will depend on the type and thickness of bread and
the desired amount of doneness.
7. When the sandwiches are cooked, carefully remove them, making
sure never to touch the cooking surface with sharp, pointed or
metal objects. This could damage the non-stick surface. To remove
sandwiches, use heat resistant plastic or wood utensils.
IMPORTANT NOTE: All parts of the unit, except the handle, will be very
hot during and after cooking. Do not touch any parts of the unit, except
the handle, until the unit has cooled. ALWAYS use protective, heat-
resistant gloves or mitts when opening and closing the unit to avoid
steam or other burns.

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Helpful Hints
• AlwayspreheattheSandwichMakerbeforeusing.
• SelectbreadthatwillttheCookingPlates.
• Useapproximately1/3(85ml)cupofllingforeachsandwich.
• Donotuseprocessedcheeseasitmeltstooquickly.
• Whenusingsweetllingateaspoonofsugaronthebutteredsideofthe
bread will add flavor and make the outside of the sandwiches crispier.
• Raisinbreadorothersweetbreadsbrownquicklysoadjustcooking 
time accordingly.
• Pastrymaybeusedinsteadofbread.
• TheCookingPlateshaveanon-stickcoatingsoanon-stickcooking
spray is not required.
How to Grill
1. See the Care and Cleaning Section for directions on how to install
the plates.
2. With the Grill Plates installed, ensure the unit is on a flat surface.
Close the cover and plug the unit into a 120V AC outlet. The red and
green indicator lights will come on. The red indicator light will remain
on as long as the unit is plugged into the outlet. The green indicator
light will cycle on and off as the unit maintains the correct temperature.
3. When the unit has preheated and the green indicator light goes out
you are ready to cook.
4. Open the grill and place food on the Grill Plate. Close the lid and
press down gently. NOTE: Use boneless meat and poultry for even
browning.
5. The Grill should only be used with the lid closed. DO NOT lock the
Handle Lock during cooking.
6. Grill until food is done to your taste. Check progress about every 2 – 3
minutes as the food is cooking rapidly both from the top and bottom.
7. When finished grilling, unplug the Grill and remove food using heat
resistant plastic or wood utensils.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. All parts of the unit, except the handle, will be very hot during and after
cooking. Do not touch any parts of the unit, except the handle, until
the unit has cooled. ALWAYS use protective, heat-resistant gloves or
mitts when opening and closing the unit to avoid steam or other burns.
2. Do not cut food on the non-stick Grill Plates.
3. DO NOT cook ground beef or other meats that create excessive
amount of runoff juices. This unit does not have a drip tray and in
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CARE AND CLEANING
Changing the Plates
1. The Cooking Plates can only be changed when the unit is cold.
2. To change the Cooking Plates, open the lid so that the Cooking
Plates are facing you. To remove the bottom Cooking Plate place
your two thumbs on the small tabs in front of the plate and slide them
toward you. The Cooking Plate will pop up and can be lifted out. To
remove the top Cooking Plate place your hands around the sides of
the unit and use your thumbs to slide the tabs upward. Be sure that
you hands are in front of the Cooking Plate so it does not fall forward.
3. To replace the Plates, place the tabs at the back of the Cooking
Plates against the slots provided. Press the Cooking Plate down at
both corners that are closest to the locking tabs.
Cleaning
1. Unplug the unit and allow it to cool.
2. Wipe the Cooking Plates with a sponge or a soft cloth dampened
with warm soapy water or remove the Plates and immerse in water or
place in the dishwasher. Rinse and dry thoroughly before re-installing.
3. IMPORTANT: NEVER IMMERSE THE UNIT IN WATER OR RUN
WATER DIRECTLY ON THE COOKING PLATES IF THEY ARE
INSTALLED ON THE UNIT.
4. Wipe the outside of the unit with a soft dampened clean cloth. Dry.
WAFFLE RECIPES
Basic Waffle Recipe
Sift together into large bowl:
2 cups (500 ml) all purpose flour
1 tsp. (5 ml) baking soda
1/4 tsp. (1.5 ml) salt
2 tbsp. (30 ml) sugar
Mix in separate bowl:
2 egg yolks, beaten
2 cups (500 ml) milk
1/3 cup (85 ml) melted butter

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Separately:
Beat 2 egg whites into peaks until stiff but not dry.
Make a well in the dry ingredients and add milk and egg mixture.
Combine with a few swift strokes -- batter will be slightly lumpy. Fold in
beaten egg whites until just combined. To cook, follow directions in the
‘How to Make Waffles’ section.
Makes 12 waffles
Quick Waffles
2 eggs
3/4 cup (180 ml) milk
2 tbsp. (30 ml) vegetable oil
1 cup (250 ml) flour
1 1/2 tsp. (8 ml) baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. (8 ml) sugar
1/2 tsp (3 ml) salt
In medium bowl, beat eggs until thick, add milk and oil. Add dry
ingredients, mix until smooth. To cook, follow directions in the ‘How to
Make Waffles’ section.
Makes 6 waffles
Buttermilk Waffles
Sift together into large bowl:
2 cups (500 ml) all purpose flour
1 tsp. (5 ml) baking soda
1/4 tsp. (1.5 ml) salt
2 tbsp. (30 ml) light brown sugar, packed
1/4 tsp. (1.5 ml) cinnamon
Mix in separate bowl:
2 egg yolks, beaten
2 cups (500 ml) buttermilk
1/3 cup (85 ml) melted butter
Separately:
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Make a well in the dry ingredients, and add buttermilk and egg mixture.
Combine with a few swift strokes -- batter will be slightly lumpy. Fold in
beaten egg whites until just combined. To cook, follow directions in the
‘How to Make Waffles’ section.
Makes 14 waffles
Egg Waffles
2/3 cup (170 ml) all purpose flour
1/4 cup (65 ml) water
4 eggs, separated
1/2 tsp. (3 ml) salt
pinch of black pepper
2 1/2 tbsp. (37 ml) melted butter or bacon fat
Blend the flour and water together. In a separate bowl, beat the egg
yolks until pale yellow. Add to the flour and water mixture. Stir in the
salt, pepper and melted butter or bacon fat. Set aside and allow to
stand for at least an hour. Beat the egg whites until stiff and gently fold
into the batter. To cook, follow directions in the ‘How to Make Waffles’
section.
Makes 4 waffles
Dessert Waffles
1 cup (250 ml) cake flour
1/2 tsp. (3 ml) salt
1 tbsp. (15 ml) baking powder
2 1/2 tbsp. (37 ml) sugar
2 eggs
1 cup (250 ml) cream
2 egg whites
Sift together the flour, salt, baking powder and sugar into a mixing bowl.
Beat the two eggs until they are pale yellow. Add the cream and mix
thoroughly. Beat the egg mixture into the flour mixture until smooth. Set
aside for at least one hour. Beat the egg whites until stiff and fold into the
batter. To cook, follow directions in the ‘How to Make Waffles’ section.
Makes 8 waffles

Pre-packaged Pancake Mix Waffles
Standard pre-packaged pancake mixes can also be used in the Waffle
Maker.
Mix:
2 1/2 cups (625 ml) “pancake mix”
2 eggs
2 cups (500 ml) milk
1/3 cup (75 ml) melted butter or vegetable oil
To cook, follow directions in the ‘How to Make Waffles’ section.
POCKET SANDWICH RECIPES
Ham/Cheese/Tomato Sandwich
4 slices bread, buttered on one side
4 slices cheese (not processed cheese)
2 slices tomato, cut in half
1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped ham
Preheat Sandwich Maker. Place 2 slices of bread, buttered side
down on the Cooking Plates. Cover each piece of bread with 2 slices
of cheese, 2 pieces of tomato and 1/2 of the chopped ham. Cover
with remaining bread, buttered side up. Close and lock Lid. Cook
approximately 3 minutes.
Mushroom Pizza
4 slices bread, buttered one side
2 tsp. (10 ml) pizza sauce
4 canned whole mushrooms, sliced
1/4 cup (60ml) grated mozarella cheese
Preheat Sandwich Maker. Place 2 slices of bread, buttered side down on
Cooking Plates. Make 4 small pockets by pressing bread down with the
back of a spoon. Fill cavity with pizza sauce, mushrooms and cheese.
Top with remaining 2 slices of bread. Close and lock Lid. Cook for
approximately 3 minutes.
Chicken Sandwich
4 slices of bread, one side buttered with garlic butter
2 oz. (50 g) cooked chicken, sliced or small cubes
1/4 green pepper, sliced
2 mushrooms, sliced
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