Elite Gourmet ECP-126 - 12" Electric Crepe Maker & Griddle Manual

Before operating your new appliance, please read all instructions carefully and keep for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and manufactured with our valued consumers' safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that you exercise a level of caution when using any electrical appliance by following all instructions and important safeguards.

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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed as below:

1. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
2. To protect against electrical shock, do not place any part of the toaster in water or other liquid.
3. If the power cord is damaged, the manufacturer (or a similarly qualified person) must replace it in order to avoid a hazard.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is being used by or near children.
5. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow appliance to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged power cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to manufacturer of its service agent for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
8. Avoid contact with moving parts.
9. Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch any hot surface.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
12. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
13. To disconnect, remove the plug from the wall outlet.
14. Do not clean the appliance with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off from the pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electrical shock.
15. Some countertop and table surfaces, such as Corian®, wood, stone and /or laminates, are not designed to withstand prolonged heat generated by certain appliances. It is strongly recommended by countertop manufacturers and Maxi-Matic that a hot pad or trivet be placed under your Elite buffet server to prevent possible damage to the countertop surface.

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THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

SHORT CORD PURPOSE

Note: A short power cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord.

Longer power-supply cords or extension cords 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 product;
2. the extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped over by children or pets.

POLARIZED PLUG

If this appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other), please follow the below instructions:

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If you are unable to fit the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug.

If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use the plug with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted into the extension cord. Do not alter the plug of the product or any extension cord being used with this product. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Remove the unit from box and properly dispose of packing materials.
2. Wipe the unit with a damp cloth and let dry well.
3. Place the unit on a level surface, never against a wall or in a corner or against curtains. It should be free-standing and kept away from any flammable material.
4. Slightly grease the baking plate with a little cooking oil.
5. Insert the plug into a wall outlet. You'll notice that the red and green light will go on. Turn the temperature control knob to DARK and the green ready light goes off. Indicating the unit is heating up.
6. Pre-heat the unit until the green indicator light comes on and then unplug from outlet and let it cool.
7. The first time the unit is used, a slight odor may develop. This is entirely harmless. Please make sure that there is adequate ventilation.

• The cooking surface can become extremely hot while the appliance is in use. Make sure that no one touches the hot parts of the unit during use and the cooling down period. Allow the unit to cool down before cleaning, transporting or storing.
• Never cut the crepes on the baking plate! Use only heatproof plastic or wooden utensils so as not to scratch the non-stick coating on the baking plate.

HOW TO USE

1. Set up the crepe maker as above and once it reaches cooking temperature (green light comes on) pour some crepe batter onto the baking plate, spreading it with a circular movement using a batter spreader (not included).
2. When you pour the batter onto the hot baking plate, you might hear some slight crackling noises caused by differences in temperature and voltage. This does not damage the appliance.
3. The green light will go on and off repeatedly during use. This indicates when the unit is heating up in order to maintain the required temperature.
4. Allow the crepe to cook until the surface is no longer liquid and the crepe can be moved slightly.
5. Insert the spatula under a third of the crepe, lift the crepe and turn it over.
6. Leave the crepe to cook briefly until done. Lift it slightly with the spatula to check. The crepe should be visibly cooked through but not yet brown. Cooked this way, it can be easily folded or rolled.
7. Remove the crepe from baking plate.
8. If you wish to cook another crepe and the last crepe was too dark, turn the temperature down slightly.
9. When finished, remove the plug from the wall outlet and let the appliance cool.
10. Spread or fill the crepe according to taste and fold it or roll it.
    

Never cut the crepes on the baking plate! Use only heatproof plastic or wooden utensils so as not to scratch the non-stick coating on the baking plate.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

1. Remove the plug from the wall outlet.
2. Always allow the crepe maker to cool down completely before handling and cleaning.
3. Use a damp cloth to clean the surface and edges.
   
   DO NOT IMMERSE THE CREPE MAKER IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID!
4. Be sure all parts are clean and dry before storing. Store appliance in its box or in a clean, dry place. Never store it while it is hot or wet. Never wrap cord tightly around the appliance; keep it loosely coiled.

RECIPES - Crepes

BASIC CREPE BATTER

2 large eggs
¼ tsp salt
1 ¼ cups whole milk
melted butter; for brushing the pan
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour

1. Combine all wet ingredients first, then add the flour, salt and other dry ingredients. Whisk until smooth. (TIP: Combine ingredients in a blender.)
2. Strain the batter, to remove any lumps, into a quart size measuring cup with a spout and let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
3. Turn on the crepe maker and adjust level to 3 through 5. Melt the butter and use a pastry brush to put a coating to the cooking plate before pouring and cooking. Pour batter onto crepe maker and spread batter around the surface evenly. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side.
4. Transfer the crepe to a cooling rack. Proceed with the remaining batter. Once cool, stack the crepes between sheets of waxed paper.

WHOLE WHEAT CREPES

yields about 8 (12-inch crepes)

1 cup whole wheat flour
¼ tsp salt
1 cup almond milk
½ cup water
2 large eggs
melted butter, for brushing the pan

1. Combine all wet ingredients first, then add the flour, salt and other dry ingredients. Whisk until smooth. (TIP: Combine ingredients in a blender.)
2. Strain the batter, to remove any lumps, into a quart size measuring cup with a spout and let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
3. Turn on the crepe maker and adjust level to 3 through 5. Melt the butter and use a pastry brush to put a coating to the cooking plate before pouring and cooking. Pour batter onto crepe maker and spread batter around the surface evenly. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side.
4. Transfer the crepe to a cooling rack. Proceed with the remaining batter. Once cool, stack the crepes between sheets of waxed paper.

DARK CHOCOLATE CREPES

yields about 8 (12-inch crepes)

¾ cup milk
½ tsp vanilla
2 eggs
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup unbleached all-purpose flour
melted butter, for brushing the pan
2 tbsp unsweetened Dutch process cocoa powder
2 tbsp granulated sugar

1. Combine all wet ingredients first, then add the flour, salt and other dry ingredients. Whisk until smooth. (TIP: Combine ingredients in a blender.)
2. Strain the batter, to remove any lumps, into a quart size measuring cup with a spout and let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
3. Turn on the crepe maker and adjust level to 3 through 5. Melt the butter and use a pastry brush to put a coating to the cooking plate before pouring. Pour batter onto crepe maker and spread batter around the surface evenly. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side.
4. Transfer the crepe to a cooling rack. Proceed with the remaining batter. Once cool, stack the crepes between sheets of waxed paper.

RED VELVET CREPES

yields about 8 (12-inch crepes)

2 eggs
1 tsp sugar
1 ½ tbsp cocoa powder
1 cup milk
dash of vanilla extract
red food color
½ cup water
1 cup all-purpose flour
melted butter, for brushing the pan
pinch of salt

1. Combine all wet ingredients first, then add the flour, salt and other dry ingredients. Whisk until smooth. (TIP: Combine ingredients in a blender.)
2. Strain the batter, to remove any lumps, into a quart size measuring cup with a spout and let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
3. Turn on the crepe maker and adjust level to 3 through 5. Melt the butter and use a pastry brush to put a coating to the cooking plate before pouring. Pour batter onto crepe maker and spread batter around the surface evenly. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side.
4. Transfer the crepe to a cooling rack. Proceed with the remaining batter. Once cool, stack the crepes between sheets of waxed paper.

BASIC SAVORY CREPES

yields about 8 (12-inch crepes)

3 large eggs
3 tbsp melted butter
¼ tsp salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/8 tsp pepper
2/3 cup milk
¼ tsp dry basil
zest of one lemon
2/3 cup water
¼ tsp red pepper flakes

1. Begin by combining the eggs, flour, milk, water, melted butter, parsley, basil, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
2. Whisk the ingredients until well blended, then add lemon zest and mix until combined.
3. Turn on the crepe maker and adjust level to 3 through 5. Melt the butter and use a pastry brush to put a coating to the cooking plate before pouring. Pour batter onto crepe maker and spread around the surface evenly. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side.
4. Transfer the crepe to a cooling rack. Proceed with the remaining batter. Once cool, stack the crepes between sheets of waxed paper.
5. Serve with desired savory filling or topping such as cheese, ham, mushrooms or spinach.

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