Lakeland 19267 Instruction Booklet

INSTRUCTION

BOOKLET

Egg Cooker

MODEL 18921/19267

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LAKELAND EGG COOKER

Thank you for choosing your Lakeland Egg Cooker. Please take a little time to read this booklet
before you use your machine and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

Your Egg Cooker will make it easy to cook a single egg or up to 6 at a time and get exactly the
result you want. As well as boiled eggs, it makes perfect poached eggs with soft yolks, creamy
scrambled eggs and wonderful omelettes. Once you start to use the Egg Cooker you will wonder
how you ever managed without it.

An award winning family-owned business, here at Lakeland we still have the same values of
excellent quality, value for money and exceptional customer care as we did when we first set up
the company in the 1960s. Our products are carefully selected and rigorously tested to meet our
high standards, so you can be assured that any product you purchase will be easy-to-use and
highly durable.

CONTENTS

Product Features 4
Safety Cautions 4
How to assemble the Egg Cooker and using for the first time 7
Instructions for use 7
Adapting your own recipes 9
Hints and Tips 9
Recipes 10
Troubleshooting 14
Care and cleaning 14
Recycling your electricals 14
Electrical connections 15

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PRODUCT FEATURES

1. Handle

2. Steamer hole

3. Lid

4. Egg poacher

5. Egg tray handle

6. Egg tray

7. Base unit

8. Measuring cup

9. Egg piercer

10. Omelette dish

11. Light

12. On button

SAFETY CAUTIONS

Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and keep in a safe place for future
reference. Always follow these safety cautions when using the appliance to avoid personal injury or
damage to the appliance. This appliance should be used only as described in this instruction book.

• Make sure your electricity supply matches the voltage shown on the appliance.

• Ensure all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers are removed from the
appliance before the first use.

• Always inspect the appliance before use for noticeable signs of damage. Do not use if damaged
or has been dropped. In the event of damage, or if the appliance develops a fault contact the
Lakeland customer care team on 015394 88100.

• Do not use this appliance if the lead is damaged. If the lead is damaged it must be replaced
with a special lead. Contact the Lakeland customer care team on 015394 88100.

• Always use the appliance on a dry, level, heat resistant surface.

• Unplug from the mains when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning
the Egg Cooker. To disconnect, turn the socket to “off “and remove the plug from the mains
socket.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.

• Children should always be supervised to ensure they do not play with this product.

• Do not use any accessories or attachments with this appliance other than those recommended
by Lakeland.

• To protect against fire, electric shock or personal injury, do not immerse cord, plug or base unit
in water or other liquids.

• Do not leave the lead hanging over the edge of a kitchen table or worktop. Avoid contact
between the lead and hot surfaces.

• For indoor use only.

• For domestic use only.

• This appliance should be used for preparation of food as described within the instructions for
use that accompany it.

• Always ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the mains socket. Never
pull the plug out of the mains socket by its lead.

• To avoid injury or possible fire, do not cover the appliance when in use.

• Do not connect this appliance to an external timer or remote control system.

• An extension cable may be used with care. The electrical rating of the cable should be at least
as great as the appliance. Do not allow the cable to hang over the edge of the worktop or
touch any hot surfaces.

• This appliance complies with the basic requirements of Directives 04/108/EC (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) and 06/95/EC (Safety of Domestic Electrical Appliances).

• WARNING; A cut off plug inserted into a 13amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard.
Ensure the cut off plug is disposed of safely.

• The temperature of the base unit and around the steamer hole will be very hot when the
appliance is in use. DO NOT TOUCH these surfaces as possible injury could occur. Allow to cool
completely before handling this appliance.

• CAUTION; the plastic bags used to wrap this appliance or the packaging may be
dangerous. To avoid risk of suffocation, keep these bags out of reach of babies and children.
These bags are not toys.

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• Do not put your hands or other objects into the Egg Cooker while it is switched on.

• Do not operate empty.

• Do not lift or move the Egg Cooker whilst in use.

• Warning: The measuring cup contains a sharp pin which may cause injury.

• Do not cover the steamer hole in the lid whilst in use.

• Only use this appliance for cooking eggs in the ways detailed in the recipe book, using it for
other foods may cause damage.

• Do not leave the eggs in the Egg Cooker after the light has turned off.

• Do not open the lid when the Egg Cooker is cooking.

• Do not put the appliance in the refrigerator.

• When cleaning the base unit, do not immerse it in any liquid. Wipe with a damp cloth, ensuring
it is switched off and cool first.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE EGG COOKER AND USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Unpack the Egg Cooker, remove any packing materials and check all the parts are undamaged.
Wash the omelette dish, the egg tray and the poacher in warm soapy water, dry thoroughly and
select the parts you require and put into the base unit.

To turn on, plug the Egg Cooker in and switch on at the socket. Press the on button when you are
ready to cook.

When your eggs are ready and the water has completely evaporated from the base unit, the machine
will switch off automatically and the light will go out. Remove your cooked eggs immediately.

Do not switch off at the socket or unplug the unit while cooking, or the Egg Cooker will still be on
when you plug it back in. To reset (and switch off) ensure the cooker does not have water in it, it
will turn off and reset itself in a couple of minutes.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Always use medium sized fresh eggs for any of these cooking methods. Larger sizes may require
additional cooking time.

Soft medium and hard-boiled eggs:

1. Remove the lid.

2. Use the measuring cup to place the appropriate amount of clean water into the base unit of
the Egg Cooker according to whether you would like a soft, medium or hard egg.

3. Attach the egg tray handle to the egg tray. Pierce the larger end of each egg with the pin
attached to the bottom of the measuring cup.

4. Place an egg in each designated spot in the egg tray, with the holes in the eggs pointing
upwards. Place the egg tray on the base unit - Do not let the eggs touch the heating plate.

5. Replace the lid, plug in and switch on at the socket. Press the on button and the light will
illuminate to show the cooker is on.

6. When the light goes out, the cooker will automatically turn off and the eggs will be cooked.
Actual cooking time will depend on number of eggs and your desired consistency (see
Cooking Time).

7. Switch off the Egg Cooker and remove eggs right away to prevent overcooking, or if planning
to use or eat cold, run under cold water and remove the shells immediately.

8. You can leave the eggs sitting in the cooker for a few minutes more if you like them firmer.

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USING YOUR EGG COOKER

Poached eggs

1. Remove the lid.

2. Fill the measuring cup with cold water to the Medium line.

3. Pour cold water into the base unit of the Egg Cooker.

4. Place the egg tray (without the handle) on top of the base unit and place the egg poaching
tray on top of it. WARNING: Never place the poaching tray directly onto the base unit.

5. Break an egg into each poaching section.

6. Return the lid and turn the Egg Cooker on.

7. When the light goes out the eggs will be poached.

8. Remove eggs and serve immediately to prevent overcooking.

For Scrambled Eggs and Omelettes see Recipes and Cooking Times chart below.

COOKING TIMES

Soft-Boiled Eggs 1-6 eggs 6 minutes

Medium eggs 1-6 eggs 9 minutes

Hard-Boiled Eggs 1-6 eggs 12 minutes

Poached Eggs 1-2 eggs 9 minutes

Scrambled Eggs 1-2 eggs 6 minutes for soft scramble to

9 minutes for firm eggs

Omelette 2 eggs 9 minutes

ADAPTING YOUR OWN RECIPES

After you have made some of the recipes supplied you may wish to adapt a few of your own
recipes.

Start by selecting one of the recipes in this booklet, which is similar to your own and use this as
a guide.

You may also want to adjust recipes if, for instance, you prefer your eggs a little softer reduce
the amount of water by a very small amount until you get your egg exactly how you like it. If you
prefer your eggs a little firmer, increase the water by a small amount until your egg cooks exactly
as you would like.

HINTS AND TIPS

• Cook with eggs that are at room temperature.

• Always use the freshest eggs.

• Never lift the lid off during cooking as this will reduce the temperature and affect the cooking
result.

• If preparing eggs for a meal, prepare all other items required so that once the eggs are cooked
the dish can be assembled and served, the eggs are best when served immediately.

• To avoid dark rings forming around boiled eggs, if they are not to be eaten as soon as they
are cooked, they should be cooled by running under cold water and should have their shells
removed as quickly after cooking as possible.

• When making poached eggs or omelettes , spray the tray with a little cooking oil to help
release the eggs.