Elite Gourmet EQD413 - 8" Non-Stick Electric Quesadilla Maker Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

1. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs and oven mitts.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or any non-removable parts of this appliance in water or other liquid.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
5. Do not use outdoors.
6. Do not let cord or plug hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
7. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquid.
8. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner, or in a heated oven.
9. Turn all controls to "OFF" before inserting or removing plug from wall outlet.
10. Do not place any flammable materials in the quesadilla maker: paper, cardboard, plastic, etc.
11. To disconnect, grasp plug and remove from outlet. Do not pull by the cord.
12. Do not use quesadilla maker for anything other than intended use.
13. A fire may occur if this appliance is covered by or touches flammable material including curtains, draperies, walls, etc. when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance.
14. Do not clean with metal scouring pads.
15. Do not operate the appliance if the power cord or plug is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent before use.
16. Some countertop and table surfaces, such as Corian®, wood and/or laminates, are not designed to withstand prolonged heat generated by certain appliances. It is strongly recommended by countertop manufacturers that a hot pad or trivet be placed under your appliance to prevent possible damage to the surface.
17. Do not use quesadilla maker with fillings that 'run' easily such as jams and jellies as they will leak and burn.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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

1. Nonstick Cooking Surface
2. Latch
3. Main Base
4. Nonstick Drip Reservoir
5. Removable Drip Tray
6. Red Power/On Indicator Light
7. Green Ready/Cook Indicator Light

HOW TO USE

Always preheat the quesadilla maker before use. Plug cord into a power outlet while preparing the fillings.

1. When using for the first time, wipe the surface of the cooking plates with a damp cloth and let dry.
2. To prevent sticking for the first time, use a light coat of cooking oil.
3. Plug the unit into an electrical outlet. Both the Red and Green light will turn on.
4. Close the quesadilla maker and prepare desired quesadillas while the unit is heating up.
5. When the quesadilla maker's thermostat has reached the right temperature, the Green Cook light will turn off.
6. Open the top of the quesadilla maker; place a slice of tortilla onto the bottom plate.
7. Fill with desired quesadilla condiments. Lay top layer of tortilla over the top of filling.
8. Close the top lid of the quesadilla maker; DO NOT force shut. Lock the front latch if necessary. Steam will eject from between the quesadilla maker so please ensure that fingers/hands/face do not come into contact with steam.
9. Your quesadilla will be cooked in 3-5 min. Over-grilling will cause the filling to melt out the sides of the tortillas.
10. When your quesadilla is ready, gently raise the lid with potholders and use a plastic or wooden spatula to remove the quesadilla from the cooking plate.
11. Close the top of quesadilla maker to preserve heat until ready to use on the next quesadilla.
12. After use, wait until the Green Ready/Cook Indicator Light is "OFF" before unplugging the quesadilla maker to avoid sparks at the outlet.
13. Unplug and allow unit to cool before cleaning and putting away.

NOTE:

• The first use will burn off the manufacture protective coating. This may cause slight smoking from unit. It is not harmful and will stop after the first use.
• While the unit is heating up and cooking your quesadilla, the Green Cook light will periodically turn on and off to maintain the right temperature.

• Use potholders or oven mitts when working with the hot unit.
• Do not use sharpedged or metal utensils that may damage the nonstick surface. Do not leave plastic utensils on the Cooking Plate that may melt.

HELPFUL TIPS

1. When making the quesadillas, use fresh, 8-inch flour tortillas.
2. Suitable fillings for the quesadillas include shredded cheese, salsa, thinly sliced pieces of cooked meats and poultry, and/or vegetables. Do not use any foods with bones or pits.
3. Do not over-stuff the quesadillas as the filling may leak into the reservoir. The filling should be spread evenly up to a 1/2 inch on the tortilla.
4. Quesadillas should be slightly crisp but not overdone. Do not grill for more than 5 minutes.
5. To reheat previously grilled quesadillas, match up the triangle shapes to those on the Cooking Plates. Reheat for 1 - 2 minutes.

Do not immerse the unit in water. Do not put any tension on the cord by wrapping it around the appliance.

Questions? Elite's customer service team is ready to help. Call us toll-free at 800-365-6133 ext. 120/105. For more Elite products, visit us at shopelitegourmet.com.