Care, Cleaning And Cooking Tips - Nesco ES-12 Instruction Manual

7. When finished cooking, turn controller to OFF and remove plug from
power outlet. IMPORTANT: To avoid burn injury, wait until the appliance
has cooled before removing the temperature control.
NOTE: If heating oil, always leave the lid off. If oil smokes, immediately turn
skillet "OFF" and allow to cool.
Care and Cleaning Instructions
1. Turn temperature control to OFF and unplug cord from power outlet.
2. Always allow appliance to cool completely before cleaning and removing
temperature controller.
3. Remove the temperature control from unit and wipe clean with a dry
towel. NEVER IMMERSE TEMPERATURE CONTROL IN WATER OR ANY
OTHER LIQUID.
4. Allow base to cool completely before cleaning. Absorb any excess water
or grease from base with a paper towel.
5. Do not immerse the skillet in water or any other liquid or place in
dishwasher. The skillet should be wiped with soapy water and dried
with a soft cloth. The lid can be washed in soapy water or is dishwasher
safe. NOTE: Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or metal
scouring pads for cleaning this appliance.
6. Do not use metal utensils they may scratch the non-stick surface.
• Before using the skillet for the first time, lightly brush cooking surface
with vegetable oil. Heat, uncovered, to 300°F. Turn "OFF" and allow time
to cool completely. Wipe away excess oil.
• This skillet is not designed for deep frying.
• To pan-fry, do not use more than 4 cups of oil. Select a vegetable oil or
peanut oil for frying.
• Butter and olive oil should only be used to sauté foods on a lower
temperature setting.
• Do not attempt to cool the heated cooking surface by pouring cold water
into the skillet. The sudden temperature change may cause the cooking
surface to warp.
• Do not immerse the temperature-control probe, cord or plug in water or
any other liquid.
• Make sure that the temperature control inlet, located to the side of the
skillet, is completely dry prior to use.
Cooking Tips
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