West Bend 88000, 88999 User Manual

WEST BEND

ELECTRIC FONDUE POT

Model No. 88000 through 88999

TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND

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

• Read all instructions before using

• Always attach heat control to Fondue Pot first then plug cord into wall outlet. After cooking and serving, turn heat control to OFF, and

unplug from wall outlet. Let Fondue Pot cool before removing heat control. Do not leave Fondue Pot plugged in when not in use.

• Fondue Pot should always be unplugged and heat control removed before cleaning.

• Do not let cord touch hot surfaces, or hang over the edge of a counter, table or surface area.

• Your Fondue Pot and its heat control should not be used outdoors, placed on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

The heat control, its cord and plug should not be immersed in liquid.

• Do not touch Fondue Pot when it is hot. Use handles for lifting and carrying. Be careful when moving Fondue Pot if it contains hot oil

or liquid. Let cool before pouring out.

• Supervise closely when Fondue Pot is being used by or near children

• Use your Fondue Pot only for the cooking tasks described in this booklet. Do not use attachments with your Fondue Pot unless

recommended by The West Bend Company.

• Do not use your Fondue Pot if it or its cord or heat control have been damaged or if it is not working properly. You may return your

under warranty Fondue Pot to The West Bend Company for examination and/or repair.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Your Fondue Pot needs no special care other than cleaning. If servicing becomes necessary, return your Fondue Pot to The West Bend Company. See the Warranty section in this booklet for service details. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Care and Use Instructions

WARNINGS IN THIS CARE AND USE IN STRUCTION MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

SPECIAL NOTE: This booklet contains information and recipes for both the 2 and 3-quart fondue pots. Follow the specific recipe for your size pot where indicated. To determine which size pot you have, refer to the packaging or measure the top opening of the pot. The 2- quart pot measures about 6 ¾ inches across the top; the 3-quart pot measures about 8 ¼ inches across the top. Circle the model number you

have in the box below for future reference.

2-Quart Fondue Pot 3-Quart Fondue Pot

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND CARE

• Before Using the First Time

With heat control removed, wash the Fondue Pot, forks, and fork ring if included, in hot soapy water, using a dishcloth or sponge. Exercise care when washing forks because the ends are sharp.

CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or electric shock, always remove automatic heat control before immersing this product in water. Do

not immerse the heat control, its cord and plug in water or other liquid.

• Condition Non-Stick Interior

The non-stick interior of the Fondue Pot must be conditioned to ensure stick-free cooking. Lightly wipe a teaspoon of cooking oil over the entire surface with paper toweling or a soft cloth. Allow a light film of oil to remain on the surface. Do not use shortening, butter or margarine to condition the non-stick surface. The Fondue Pot is now ready to use.

USING FONDUE POT

1. Place Fondue Pot on a dry, level, heat-resistance surface. If the Fondue Pot is used on a surface, which is not heat-resistant such as varnished, veneer, or plastic surface, place the Fondue Pot on a heat-resistant pad, tray or board to protect the surface below. Make sure the Fondue Pot rests level. Be sure hands are dry when using the Fondue Pot.

2. Attach heat control to Fondue Pot; making sure it is set at OFF. Plug cord into a 120 volt AC electrical outlet ONLY.

CAUTION: Your Fondue Pot has a short cord as a safety precaution to prevent personal injury or property damage resulting from pulling,

tripping or becoming entangled with the cord. Do not allow children to be near or use this Fondue Pot without close adult supervision. If you must use a longer cord set or an extension cord when using this Fondue Pot, the cord must be arranged so it will not drape or hang over the edge of the countertop, tabletop, or surface where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over. To prevent electric shock, personal injury or fire, the electrical rating of the extension cord you use must be the same or more than the wattage of the Fondue Pot. (Wattage is stamped on the underside of the Fondue pot)

CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or property damage, inspect cords or cord set for damage or wear before each use. Do not use your

product if it, its cord, or heat control has been damaged or if is not working properly.

3. Follow recipe as directed. If a recipe calls for preheating, the signal light on the heat control will go out when the cooking temperature is reached. The signal light will turn on and off to indicate that the proper temperature is being maintained. See specific instructions for using oil later in this book.

4. To prevent scratching of the non-stick surface, plastic, rubber or wooden cook tools are recommended for stirring foods in the preparation of dessert or cheese fondue. Do not use sharp edged metal cooking tools such as beaters, knives, or spoons on the non-stick surface because they may cause scratching. Only smooth edged, metal cooking tools should be used, if necessary when using oil to fondue.

5. If fork ring is included, place on top edge of pot, colored side up, and use to hold forks in slots while cooking.

6. Use fondue forks packaged with the Fondue Pot to spear foods for dipping or cooking. To prevent scratching of the non-stick surface, use care when placing or swirling forks in Fondue Pot. The handles of the fondue forks feature different colored ends to help user identify own fork.

7. After serving turn heat control OFF, unplug cord from the electrical outlet. Allow the Fondue Pot to cool before cleaning. If the Fondue Pot must be moved before it has cooled, use hot pads because the handles could be warm.

CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or property damage, handle the heat control carefully if you remove it from the product immediately

after cooking because the metal probe will be hot--- do not touch the metal probe or let it touch anything or surface which may burn.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

• Clean after each use.

To keep your Fondue Pot looking attractive and cooking efficiently, clean it thoroughly after each use.

• Let Fondue Pot Cool By Itself

After using the Fondue Pot, always allow it to cool completely by itself. Do not hasten cooling by adding cold water or immersing it in water when it is hot. Although made of thick aluminum, a sudden change in temperature may cause the metal to warp. Always allow hot oil or liquid to cool completely before removing from the Fondue Pot.

• Remove Automatic Heat Control

After the Fondue Pot has cooled, remove the heat control.

CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or electric shock, always remove automatic heat control before immersing this product in water. Do

not immerse the heat control, its cord and plug in water or other liquid.

• In-the-Sink Cleaning

1. Clean the non-stick interior of the Fondue Pot in hot, soapy water using a non-metal cleaning pad such as Scrunge Dobie

® or Scotch Brite Cookware Scrub’n Sponge®. A dishcloth or sponge may give the non-stick surface a clean look, but will not

remove the tiny particles that can settle into the finish. Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh souring cleansers on the non-stick interior.

2. Clean the exterior of the Fondue Pot by washing in hot soapy water with a dishcloth or sponge or one of the non-metal pads recommended above. If staining occurs, scour with a non-abrasive cleanser such as Bon Ami

®, Copper Glow®, or Soft Scrub®. Do not

use metal scouring pads or harsh scouring cleansers on the exterior porcelain finish.

3. Clean the non-coated aluminum underside of the Fondue Pot with any scouring pad. A scouring powder may also be used if necessary.

4. Wash the fondue forks and fork ring, if included, in hot soapy water with a dishcloth or sponge. The fork ends are sharp, so exercise care when washing them.

5. After washing the Fondue Pot and accessories, rinse thoroughly and dry. Any detergent left on the Fondue Pot after cleaning can cause staining when the appliance is reheated.

CAUTION: To prevent personal injury or property damage, check Fondue Pot for loose handles after cleaning. Retighten loose screws

immediately with appropriate screwdriver, but do not over tighten. Over tightening can result in stripping of screws or cracking of handles.

SPECIAL STORAGE TIP: Since tips of fondue forks are sharp, store them in an area that is out of children’s reach.

• Dishwasher Cleaning

The Fondue Pot (with heat control removed), forks and fork ring may be cleaned in an automatic dishwasher. However, the underside of the Fondue Pot and ring will darken. When placing these parts into the dishwasher rack, maker sure they do not touch one another or other objects being cleaned. This will prevent marring of scratching of the surfaces. The non-stick interior of the Fondue Pot must be reconditioned with vegetable oil after each automatic dishwasher cleaning.

SPECIAL CLEANING INSTRUC TIONS

• Removing a Mineral Film

A spotted, white film may form on the interior’s non-stick surface. This is a buildup of minerals from foods or water and is not a defect in the finish. To remove, soak a soft cloth in lemon juice or white distilled vinegar and rub onto finish. After cleaning, wash, rinse and dry. Recondition the non-stick interior with oil before using.

• Removing Stains

After consistent use, the non-stick surface may discolor. Minor stains are considered normal and do not affect the performance of the Fondue Pot. Dark and widespread staining, however, which may result from overheating and/or improper cleaning, may lessen the effectiveness of the non-stick property. If staining occurs, treat with a commercial cleaner for non-stick finishes such as Dip-It pot destainer. Follow the package directions for cleaning non-stick surfaces. If staining is quite severe, simmer longer or repeat cleaning. (Do not use household bleach to clean the non-stick finish as it will permanently fade it.) After using the commercial cleaner, was the Fondue Pot thoroughly, rinse and dry. Recondition the non-stick surface with oil before using. Dip-It available in most grocery and department stores.

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