Toastmaster 290 User manual

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Toastmaster Inc.
National Service Center
2nd & Vine Streets
Boonville, Missouri 65233
Telephone [phone]
The symbol on the product's nameplate
means it is listed by
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES, INC.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Toastmaster Inc. warrants the product for one year from purchase date to owner against
defects in material or workmanship.
Defective product may be brought to purchase place, authorized service center in phone-
book, or Toastmaster National Service Center. Toastmaster Inc , 2nd and Vine Streets, Boon-
ville, MO 65233, freight prepaid, for free repair or replacement at our option
Warranty does not include cost of inconvenience, damage due to product failure, transpor-
tation damages, misuse, abuse, accident or the like, or commercial use. Some states do not
allow exclusion of consequential damages, so above exclusion may not apply.
For information, write Consumer Manager, at the above Boonville address. Send name,
address, zip code, store or service center involved, model number, code number, purchase
date, problem.
The Warranty gives specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to
state
Keep this 000klet. Record the following for reference.
Date purchased:
Complete model number
Toastmaster
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Pizzelle- International
Dessert and Waffle Baker
Use and Care Guide  Model 290
PART NO. 18013A1A

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed including the following:
• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To assure electrical safety, do not place this appliance or
electric cord in water or other liquid. See instructions for
cleaning.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children.
• 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.
• 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 the nearest authorized
service center for examination, repair or adjustment.
• When using this appliance, provide 4 to 6 inches air space
above, behind, and on both sides for air circulation. Do not
use on surfaces where heat may cause a problem.
• For safe operation, use accessory attachments only if rec-
ommended by the appliance manufacturer.
• Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near 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.
• Do not use appliance except as intended.
THIS PRODUCT FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Note: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal
injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a
longer cord is required, extension cords are available from local hardware
stores and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord
is used, (1)the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. (2) the longer cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where if can
be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
USING YOUR TOASTMASTER APPLIANCE
• The appliance requires 900 watts and should be the only appliance
operating on the circuit.
• Plug into any 120 volt AC wall or base outlet. Initially, some smoking
may occur. This is normal for newly manufactured appliances and
will not recur after the first few uses.
• The appliance is on whenever plugged in. Take care to unplug when
not in use.
• Reverse grids only when cool.
To remove, press down on metal clip at front of grid until grid is
released. Slide grid forward and up until grid is free of hinge tabs.
To replace, slip grid under hinge tabs at back of unit. Lower grid so
it is in line with case. Press grid downward until clip snaps over grid.
Be sure to replace grids with like surfaces together.
Note:
In changing grid surfaces the first few times, you may notice
blue shadows on the under side of the grid and case. The grid
surface should be wiped off with a damp cloth before conditioning
and cooking.

CONDITIONING GRIDS
The grid surface being used requires conditioning before each heating
that follows washing. To condition, spray or brush the grid surface
with cooking oil. Preheat to the temperature recommended for food
to be cooked. The grids are ready to use.
To protect the premium quality nonstick surfaces, use only plastic, nylon
or wooden utensils. Carefully follow suggested cleaning procedures.
USE AS A PIZZELLE/DESSERT MAKER
1. Position grids as shown.
2. Lightly spray or brush grids with oil
and close lid.
3.
Plug into 120 volt AC outlet. Turn con-
trol-knob to PIZZELLE.
4. When READY LIGHT comes on, raise
lid and drop 1 teaspoon batter onto
center of each cookie section.
5. Close lid, pressing grids firmly to-
gether. Light will go on-and-off during
baking.
6.
Bake 45-60 seconds or until lightly
browned.  -
• First load of cookies lifted from grids will be dark from excess oil
and may be discarded.
• Cookies are pliable and light in color when removed from grids
but will quickly become crisp and slightly darker in color.
• Rolling or trimming of cookies is easier if each cookie is left on
grid until shaping takes place.
• To hold shape, rolled cookies must cool in the shape desired.
7.
When finished baking, unplug and cool before cleaning.
PIZZELLE (Italian)
6 eggs 
2 t baking powder
1/4
c vegetable oil 
1
/4 t salt
1/4
c butter or margarine

1 1 /2
t flavoring (Anise or lemon or
1 1 /2
c sugar 
vanilla or almond extract)
1/4
c vegetable shortening

22 1 /2
c flour
Blend ingredients together, adding one at a time. Drop batter by the
teaspoonful onto center of each cookie section. Close lid and allow
to cook 45-60 seconds or until lightly brown. Allow to cool on wire
rack or towels. Dust with powdered sugar. Cookies may be served
flat or rolled tightly into a cylinder. Cookies must be hot during rolling
and held in shape until cool.
CANNOLI (Italian)
2 eggs, well beaten 
1/4
t soda
1 /2
c sugar 
1 t cinnamon
1/4
c melted butter or margarine

1 T white vinegar
1/4
c vegetable oil 
3 T cold water
11/2
c flour
Blend ingredients together, adding one at a time. Bake as for pizzelles.
Roll hot cookie into a cylinder and allow to cool. Fill. Sprinkle with
powdered sugar.
FILLING
2
c (approx. 1 lb) ricotta cheese
1 c sugar, powdered or granulated
1 t vanilla
1 /2
c candied cherries
1/4
c grated semi-sweet chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate pieces
Blend cheese and sugar until smooth. Add remaining ingredients.

CIALDE (Italian)
1 c sugar 
2 t anise-flavored liquer
1 egg 
2/3
c water
2 t vanilla 
11/22 c flour
1/4
c vegetable oil 
1 1
/2 t whole anise seed
Combine all except last two ingredients. Beat well. Stir in flour and
anise seed. Bake as for pizzelles. Roll hot cookie into tight cylinder
and cool. Dust with powdered sugar.
KRUMKAKE (Scandinavian)
3 eggs, well beaten 
2 t flavoring (lemon, almond,
½ c sugar  vanilla or cardamom)
6 T melted butter or margarine 
2/31
c flour
Combine and beat ingredients until smooth. Bake as for pizzelles.
Shape hot cookie into cone or cylinder. Allow to cool.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
• Fillings
• Use prepared whipped cream to fill cone or cylinder just before
serving.
• Prepare your favorite butter cream or cake filling to fill cylinder.
Dip ends in grated chocolate. Chill before serving.
• Oblaten
When krumkakes are removed from grid, leave them flat to cool.
Fill in between two cookies with a thin layer of icing.
GAUFRETTE (French)
2 eggs 
1 t. almond extract
3/4
c. sugar 
1 1 /2
c. flour
1 /2
c. butter or margarine, melted 
1/4
c. cornstarch
1 t. vanilla
Beat eggs. Add sugar. Beat again. Stir in shortening and flavorings.
Sift flour and cornstarch together; Stir into the above mixture. Chill
dough in refrigerator approximately 15 minutes. Remove and form
into balls. Place one ball on each grid section. Close. Remove cookies
when they can be easily lifted from grids. Leave flat to cool.
ALMOND COOKIES (Chinese)
3
eggs 
1 t almond extract
1
3 /4 c sugar 
2 3 /4-3
c flour
3 /4
c butter or margarine, melted 
1/4
c ground almonds (optional)
1
/2 t salt
Add all ingredients except the last two in order listed, beating well
after each. Stir in flour and almonds. Bake as for pizzelles. Serve flat.
BUTTER COOKIES
3 /4 c. butter or margarine 
11/2
t. vanilla
1 c. granulated sugar 
3 c. flour
2 eggs 
1 t. salt
Mix butter, sugar and eggs and vanilla thoroughly. Blend in flour and
salt. Bake as for pizzelle.

ICE CREAM SANDWICHES
Make krumkake or pizzelle recipe using vanilla flavoring and add 2-
3 T chocolate syrup. For a firmer cookie chill dough before baking.
Remove cookies and leave flat to cool. Cut ice cream into 3" x 3" x
1 /2"
blocks and place between two cookies. Serve immediately
or freeze.
SUGAR CONES
1/4
c. butter or margarine 
3 eggs
¼ c. vegetable shortening 
1 t. vanilla
1/4
c. sugar 
it. baking powder
1 /2
c. brown sugar 
1 c. flour
Blend ingredients in order listed, adding one at a time. Allow batter
to chill in refrigerator approximately 15 minutes. Bake as for pizzelle.
Shape cookies into cones as they are removed from grids.
TORTILLAS
21/3 c masa harina
1 1 /2
c water
1 t salt
Combine and mix until dough forms a ball. Roll into balls (1" diameter)
and press, using tortilla press. Place one tortilla on each grid section.
Close. Remove when beginning to brown. Form immediately into taco
shells or leave flat for tostados. Crispness will depend on thickness
of taco shell.
USE AS A WAFFLE BAKER
1.
Install grids with waffle side up.
2.
Plug into 120 Volt AC outlet. Turn control
knob to center of waffle range marked in
silver.
3.
Lightly spray or brush grids with oil and
close lid.
4.
When
ready light
comes on, immedi-
ately raise lid and pour about
11/8
cups of
batter, using an X' pattern as illustrated
across the lower grid and close lid. (The
amount of batter may vary with recipe or
brand of mix). The light will go out.
5.
When
ready light
comes on the second
time, gently lift the lid to check for brown-
ness. If lid shows resistance to lifting, the
waffle may not be quite done. Close top and watch for steaming
to stop before checking again.
6.
Remove waffle when browned. If a second waffle is desired, pour
batter immediately and close lid. If you prefer a darker and crisper
waffle or a lighter, airy one, adjust the temperature up or down
accordingly.
7.
When finished baking, unplug and cool before cleaning.
WAFFLES
1 3 /4
c flour 
3 egg yolks, beaten
2 t baking powder 
1 1 /2
c milk
1 /2
t salt 
1/3
c vegetable oil
3 t sugar 
3 egg whites, beaten stiff
Measure dry ingredients into mixing bowl. Blend. Combine egg yolks
and milk. Stir into dry ingredients. Stir in cooking oil. Carefully fold in
egg whites. Do not overmix. Pour approximately
11/8
cups batter onto
the preheated grid. Close and bake until ready light comes on.

TO CLEAN
Caution: Unplug from electrical outlet before cleaning.
NEVER IMMERSE BODY OF APPLIANCE IN WATER.
• Remove cooled grids from unit before cleaning.
• If batter splits and sticks to grids, remove the grids and soak in
warm water before attempting to clean.
• Wash grids thoroughly in clean, sudsy water to prevent grease
buildup on non-stick surfaces. Automatic dishwashers are not
recommended for cleaning grids.
• Remove stubborn stains with a plastic mesh puff or pad. For best
results use only products stating they are safe for cleaning non-
stick surfaces. DO NOT USE STEEL WOOL OR COARSE
SCOURING PADS.
• The exterior finish should be cleaned with
a soft damp cloth or mild cleanser.
TO STORE
The appliance is designed to stand on its
hinge end for convenient storage. Store
bookshelf style so the unit requires only a
5-inch wide shelf area. Take care to support
sides if stored on overhead shelf.
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QUICK SERVICE INFORMATION
Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning
should be performed by an authorized service representative. Consult
your yellow pages under Electric Appliances—Small-Repairing" for
your nearest Toastmaster authorized service center.
If an authorized service center is not available locally, your appliance
may be returned prepaid to our National Service Center at the address
on the back of this booklet.
Products must be adequately protected to avoid shipping damage for
repair or replacement at your option. Please include a note explaining
the problem you have experienced This helps us to properly service
your product and speed its return to you. Product must be returned
postage prepaid. We suggest you insure your appliance.

Toastmaster®
Pizzelle-International
Dessert and Waffle Baker
Use and Care Guide 
Model 290
J Toastmaster Inc.
National Service Center
2nd & Vine Streets
Boonville, Missouri 65233
Telephone [phone]
The symbol on the product's nameplate
means it is listed by
UNDERWRITERS LABORATtRIES, INC.
(.L
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Toastmaster Inc. warrants the product for one year from purchase date to owner against
defects in maferial or workmanship.
Defective product may be brought to purchase place, authorized service center in phone-
book, or Toastmaster National Service Center, Toastmaster Inc., 2nd and Vine Streets, Boon-
yule, MO 65233, freight prepaid, for free repair or replacement at our option
Warranty does not include cost of inconvenience, damage due to product failure, transpor-
tation damages, misuse, abuse, accident or the like, or commercial use. Some states do not
allow exclusion of consequential damages, so above exclusion may not apply.
For information, write Consumer Manager, at the above Boonville address. Send name,
address, zip code, store or service center involved, model number, code number, purchase
date, problem
The Warranty gives specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to
state
Keep this 000klet. Record the following for reference.
Date purchased:
Complete model number
PART NO. 18013A1A