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Crux 14615 Instruction Manual

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Panini Maker
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Styled for Life
Designed & Engineered in New York City

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  • Page 1 Panini Maker Instruction Manual Styled for Life Designed & Engineered in New York City...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Notes on the Cord ..........................5 Plasticizer Warning ...........................5 Electric Power.............................5 Life is Busy ............................6 Getting to Know Your CRUX Panini Maker ................7 Before Using for the First Time ....................8 Operating Instructions ......................8-9 To Use as a Panini Press (Closed Position) ..............10-11 Panini Press: Hints for Best Results ..................11-12...

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions. 2. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only. CAUTION: NEVER PLUG UNIT IN WITHOUT BOTH UPPER AND LOWER GRILL PLATES PROPERLY INSTALLED.
  • Page 5 mechanical adjustment. An incorrect reassembly could present a risk of electric shock when the Panini Maker is used. 10. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock or injury. 11. Do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes. 12.

  • Page 6: Additional Important Safeguards

    FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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 unplugging.

  • Page 7: Notes On The Plug

    NOTES ON THE PLUG This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug.

  • Page 8: Life Is Busy

    Our signature look is both classic and contemporary—the ideal addition to any countertop. We want you to focus on the things that matter most in your life—family, friends, community, and of course, delicious cooking. Let us get to the CRUX of your kitchen needs...

  • Page 9: Getting To Know Your Crux Panini Maker

    Getting To Know Your CRUX Panini Maker PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATION FIGURE 1 1. Handle 2. Removable Drip Tray 3. Red POWER Light 4. Blue READY Light 5. Removable Non-Stick Grill Plates 6. Arm 7. Grease Drain (not shown) 8.

  • Page 10: Before Using For The First Time

    Before Using for the First Time 1. Carefully unpack the Panini Maker and remove all packaging and materials. 2. Set the Panini Maker on a dry, clean and flat surface. Keep the Panini Maker closed until use. 3. Make sure the removable drip tray is fully inserted into the front of the unit. 4.
  • Page 11 4. Preheat the Panini Maker. Use the handle to close the Panini Maker. Check to make sure that the cord does not come in contact with any exterior parts of the unit. Plug the unit into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The red POWER light will illuminate and remain lighted during use.

  • Page 12: To Use As A Panini Press (Closed Position)

    To Use as a Panini Press (Closed Position) 1. When cooking foods with high fat content, use the tilt-up feet to raise the Panini Maker’s front 2 legs. CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or damage to property, make sure the removable drip tray is fully inserted into the front of the unit.

  • Page 13: Panini Press: Hints For Best Results

    WARNING! ALWAYS USE A MEAT THERMOMETER TO ENSURE THAT MEAT, POULTRY AND FISH ARE COOKED THOROUGHLY BEFORE EATING 10. Wearing oven mitts, remove grilled food from the grill plate(s) using a non-metallic utensil spatula. WARNING: Never use a sharp or metal object as it may damage the non-stick surface of the grill plates.

  • Page 14: To Use As A Contact Grill (Closed Position)

    • Whole grain and sweet breads will grill faster than white breads and should be grilled for less time. • To avoid food contamination, wearing oven mitts, use a soft, absorbent paper towel to wipe the grill plates clean after each use. To Use as a Contact Grill (Closed Position) 1.

  • Page 15: To Use As A Full Grill (Open Position)

    To Use as a Full Grill (Open Position) 1. When cooking foods with high fat content, use the tilt-up feet to raise the Panini Maker’s front 2 legs. CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or damage to property, make sure the removable drip tray is fully inserted into the front of the unit.
  • Page 16 7. Preheat the Panini Maker. Plug the unit into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The red POWER light will illuminate and remain lighted during use. 8. While preheating, prepare food to be cooked. 9. When the blue READY light illuminates, center food on the open grill plate(s). Foods with high fat content should be placed on the front grill plate to enable grease to empty into the drain in the center of the 2 grill plates.

  • Page 17: Full Grill: Hints For Best Results

    Full Grill: Hints For Best Results • Open the Panini Maker to a full grill when cooking a combination of foods of varying thicknesses: bone-in chops thicker than 1-inch, larger cuts of meats or sausages, delicate fish or unevenly cut larger vegetables where grill marks are desired. •...

  • Page 18: Panini Maker General Cooking Chart

    Panini Maker General Cooking Chart Sandwich Cook Time Notes Panini 5 to 7 minutes Press lightly at the beginning of cooking. Cook until cheese is melted. Grilled cheese, plain 3 to 5 minutes Cook until bread is browned and crispy, cheese is melted.

  • Page 19: Usda Cooking Guidelines

    USDA Cooking Guidelines A meat thermometer should always be used to gauge internal temperature. The thermometer should be inserted into the thickest portion of meat, away from bones or fatty areas. The United States Department of Agriculture recommends that meat and poultry be cooked to the following internal temperatures to be sure any harmful bacteria have been killed.

  • Page 20: User Maintenance Instructions

    USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Contact a qualified appliance repair technician if the product requires servicing. Care & Cleaning Instructions CAUTION: Unplug from electrical outlet and allow to cool thoroughly before removing the drip tray or grill plates or cleaning the unit.

  • Page 21: Storing Instructions

    Storing Instructions WARNING: Never store Panini Maker while it is hot or still plugged in. 1. Make sure unit is unplugged and fully cooled. WARNING: TO AVOID POSSIBLE FIRE HAZARD AND DAMAGE TO THE UNIT, THE PANINI MAKER MUST BE STORED WITH BOTH UPPER/LOWER GRILL PLATES INSTALLED. 2.

  • Page 22: Warranty

    Limited Two-Year Warranty SENSIO Inc. hereby warrants that for The warranty is only valid for the a period of TWO YEARS from the date original retail purchaser from the of purchase, this product will be free date of initial retail purchase and is from mechanical defects in material not transferable.
  • Page 23 How To Obtain Warranty Service: You must contact Customer Service at Also, include a copy of the original our toll-free number: 1-866-832-4843. sales receipt. Carefully package A Customer Service Representative the tagged product with the sales will attempt to resolve warranty issues receipt, and send it (with shipping over the phone.
  • Page 24 For customer service questions or comments 1-866-832-4843 cruxkitchen.com crux.kitchen CRUX is a trademark of 8479950 Canada Inc. All rights reserved.

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