T-Fal Avanté Sandwich and Waffle Maker User Manual [en, fr, es]

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following :

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse
cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is
used by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off
parts.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or
plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the
nearest authorized service facility for examination,
repair or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments is not recommended
by the appliance manufacturer as it may cause injuries.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or
counter, or touch hot surfaces.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or
in a heated oven.

11. Extreme caution must be used when moving an

appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.

12. Always attach plug to appliance first (for models with
removable cord), then plug cord into the wall outlet. To
disconnect, turn any control to “off” (for selected models
with On/Off switch or adjustable thermostat), then
remove the plug from wall outlet.

13. Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.

14. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider
than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug
in any way.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A. Ashort power-supply cord is provided to reduce the

risks presented by a long cord such as entanglement
and tripping

B. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension

cords are available and may be used if care is
exercised in their use.

C. If a longer detachable power-supply cord or extension

cord is used:

1) the marked electrical rating of the cord set or the
extension cord should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the appliance, and

2) the cord should be arranged so that it will not drape
over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

D. Do not clean this product with a water spray or the like.
E. If the appliance is of grounded type, the extension cord

should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

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Place the appliance on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface : do not use it
on a soft base.

Do not place the appliance on or near slippery or hot surface; never leave
the cord hanging over a heat source (cooking plates, gas cooker...).

Open the appliance.
Remove any packaging, stickers or accessories inside and outside the
appliance.

Installation

Depending on model, you can use different sets of
plates.

• To remove the plates :

Press on the release button while holding the
handles situated on each side of the plates.

• To put the plates back in position :

Slide each plate in at an angle; insert the tabs
found on the edge of the plate into the slots found
on the base unit.

Push down on the plate to lock it.

Selecting the cooking plates

Thank you for purchasing this T-FAL appliance. Regardless of which
model you purchased, please read the instructions carefully and keep
them on hand. This product has been designed for domestic use only.

For any commercial use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the
instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the
guarantee will not apply.

On first use, wipe the plates with a kitchen towel that has been dampened
with cooking oil. Remove excess residue with a clean kitchen towel.To help
preserve the non stick lining re-oil the plates occasionally.

Ensure that the appliance is cool and unplugged before changing the
plates.

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Close the appliance.

Check that your electric installation is compatible with the power and the
voltage indicated under the appliance.

Connect the appliance to an outlet with a grounded connection.

If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order
to avoid any risk of danger.

Connect the cord into the wall socket : the red light will come on.

During first use, the appliance may give off a slight odor and smoke. This
is normal.

Allow the appliance to pre-heat : the green light comes on when the
correct cooking temperature is reached.

Do not touch the hot surfaces of the appliance : use the handles.

Connection and pre-heating

Unplug the cord from the wall socket.
Let the appliance cool while in an open position.
Clean the plates and the base of the appliance with a sponge and dish

liquid.

The plates can be put in the dishwasher. Do not use scouring pads or hard
abrasive powder.

If you put plates in the dishwasher, re-oil the plates occasionally to maintain
the non-stick qualities of the surfaces.

Never immerse the appliance and the cord in water.

After use

The appliance can be stored vertically to save space.
Close the appliance and lock it with the locking clip.
Wind up the cord into the cord storage area.

Storage

T- FAL has an ongoing policy of research and development and may modify these
products without prior notice.

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Insert the pocket sandwich plates. Place the sandwiches on the pocket
sandwich plate. Close the appliance and tighten the handles progressively
to firmly seal the slices of bread. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes according to the
recipe and your taste.

Grilled Ham and Cheese Pocket Sandwich

• 4 slices white or wheat bread • Butter or margarine, softened • 4 slices your
favorite cheese like Swiss, Cheddar or American • 2 slices deli ham

Spread butter or margarine on one side of each slice of bread. Place two
slices of bread, buttered-side down on the preheated sandwich maker.
Top each with a slice of cheese, ham, and cheese, and then the remaining
slice of bread, buttered-side up. Close the sandwich maker and cook
approximately 3 minutes, or until done. Makes 2.

Variations:

Classic Grilled Cheese Pocket: Make sandwiches using two slices of

American or Cheddar cheese for each, and no ham.

Grilled Reuben Pocket: Use Swiss cheese; substitute corned beef for

deli ham. Spread a forkful of well-drained sauerkraut on top of the corned
beef and a dollop of Thousand Island dressing before adding the last slice
of cheese and bread. Use small rye bread.

Grilled Turkey and Provolone Sandwich
with Pesto Mayo

• 4 slices multi-grain or multi-seed bread • Butter or margarine, softened • 4 slices
of deli provolone • 2 slices smoked turkey breast • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise,
combined with 1 tablespoon prepared pesto

Spread butter or margarine on one side of each slice of bread. Place two
slices of bread, buttered-side down on the preheated sandwich maker.
Top each with a slice of cheese, turkey, half of the pesto mayo, cheese and
then the remaining slice of bread, buttered-side up. Close the sandwich
maker and cook approximately 3 minutes, or until done. Makes 2.

Fruit Pie Pockets

• 4 slices white bread • Butter or margarine, softened • 2 tablespoons pie filling

• Powdered sugar

Spread butter or margarine on one side of each slice of bread. Place two
slices of bread, buttered-side down on the preheated sandwich maker.
Place a heaping tablespoon of pie filling on each slice of bread. Cover
each with the remaining slices of bread, buttered-side up. Close the
sandwich maker and cook approximately 3 minutes, or until done.
Remove, cut each in half and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Makes 2.

Pocket sandwiches

Waffles

Insert the waffle plates. Spread the waffle mix making sure the entire area
is covered but without spilling over the side of the plate.

Cook for about 4 minutes or according to the recipe and your taste. Avoid
opening during cooking.

Place the waffles on a cooling tray and wait for 1 minute before eating : they
will become more crispy.

Chocolate Brownie Waffles

• 2 cups pancake & waffle mix • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa • 2 tablespoons
sugar • 1/4 cup chocolate chips • 1/3 cup finely chopped walnut pieces • 1 1/2 cups
milk • 1/3 cup vegetable oil • 2 large eggs • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preheat waffle maker. Spray with nonstick cooking spray. In a large mixing
bowl, combine the pancake mix, cocoa powder, sugar, chocolate and
optional nuts. In another bowl, combine the milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla.
Add the liquid ingredients to the pancake mix and stir until just blended.
Let batter sit 5 minutes. Pour desired amount of batter into waffle maker.
Bake until steaming stops, about 4 minutes. Serve with whipped cream
and chocolate syrup. Makes approximately 12 waffles.

Banana Pecan Waffles

• 2 very ripe bananas, mashed • 1 cup milk • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 1 large
egg • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract • 2 cups pancake & waffle mix • 1/4 chopped
finely chopped pecans

Preheat waffle maker. Spray with nonstick cooking spray. In a large mixing
bowl, combine the bananas, milk, oil, egg, and vanilla. Stir in the pancake
mix and chopped nuts until just blended. Let batter sit 5 minutes. Pour
desired amount of batter into waffle maker. Bake until steaming stops,
about 4 minutes. Serve with maple syrup. Makes approximately
12 waffles.

Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Waffles

• 2 cups pancake & waffle mix • 1/4 cup quick cooking oatmeal • 2 tablespoons
sugar • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 1/4 cups milk • 2 tablespoons vegetable
oil • 1 large egg • 3/4 cup finely chopped peeled McIntosh apple

Preheat waffle maker. Spray with nonstick cooking spray. In a large mixing
bowl, combine the pancake mix, oatmeal, sugar, and cinnamon. In another
bowl, combine the milk, oil, egg, and apple. Add the liquid ingredients to
the pancake mix and stir until just blended. Let batter sit 5 minutes. Pour
desired amount of batter into waffle maker. Bake until steaming stops,
about 4 minutes. Serve with maple syrup. Makes approximately
12 waffles.