Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker Instruction Manual

: June 16, 2024
: Nostalgia

Table of Contents

Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
INTRODUCTION
PARTS & ASSEMBLY
HOW TO OPERATE
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
RECIPES
RETURNS & WARRANTY
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker

SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can cause serious injury to you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

Appliance Specifications: 120 Volts, 60 Hz, 900 Watts

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR USE IN 120V AC OUTLET ONLY. Refer to www.nostalgiaproducts.com/user-manuals/ for the most updated manual.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Instruction Manual before operating or cleaning this appliance.

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

Read all instructions before operating this appliance.
DO NOT TOUCH the hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
This appliance is NOT A TOY.
Keep out of reach of children.
Unsupervised young children and cognitively challenged individuals should never operate this appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug or any part of this unit in water or other liquids.
Do not operate this appliance when parts are missing or broken.
Unplug from outlet when not in use, before removing parts and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off any parts, and before cleaning.
DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or if the appliance has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest repair shop for examination, repair or adjustment.
The manufacturer does not recommend the use of accessory attachments other than what is provided by the manufacturer. Use of attachments may cause injuries.
DO NOT use the appliance for other than its intended use.
DO NOT use outdoors. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
DO NOT put any parts of this appliance in dishwasher.
DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch not surfaces.
NEVER leave unit unattended while in use or when plugged into an outlet.
To disconnect, turn any control to “off,” then remove plug from wall outlet.

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Operating Safety Precautions

Extreme caution must be used when opening and closing the Lid on this unit. Use an oven mitt or potholder when opening and closing the Lid for additional safety.
Check the Drip Tray frequently during cooking sessions to prevent overflow.
The use of metal items, such as spatulas, is not recommended with this unit as they may damage the non-stick cooking surface.
DO NOT store any objects in the appliance, such as cardboard, plastic, paper, etc.
DO NOT cover any part of the appliance with metal foil.

Instructions for the Electrical Cord and Plug

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical 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.
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled or tripping over a long cord.
If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
- Extension cords can be used if care is exercised in their use.
- The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
- When using a longer cord or extension cord, make sure that the cord does not drape over a countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on or tripped over unintentionally.

The manufacturer does not recommend using this machine in countries that do not support 120V AC even if a voltage adapter, transformer, or converter is in use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER!

We are confident that you, your family and friends will enjoy the fun food experience of creating unique and delicious quesadillas with your ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER.

Use a variety of meats, cheeses and vegetables in your quesadillas
Quesadillas bake crispy on the outside and hot & juicy on the inside, not soft and soggy like those made in the microwave
Unique plate design has pockets that create sectional pieces to seal in the flavorful ingredients
Red Power Light (on/off) and Green Ready Light
Non-stick coating
Removable Drip Tray
Stand on edge storage
Recipes (included)
Cook time is only 3-7 minutes
Easy to use, easy to clean

PARTS & ASSEMBLY

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HOW TO OPERATE

Before first use, wipe down all surfaces with a damp cloth and dry.
The Cooking Surface should be lightly coated with a small amount of vegetable oil. This can be applied with a paper towel, or use a non-stick oil spray. The oil will help protect the Non-stick Cooking Surface. This should be done periodically to maintain the non-stick quality.
Find a dry, suitable, level surface near an electrical outlet.
Preheat the appliance by closing the Lid and plugging into an electrical outlet.
When the power is on, the Red Power Light will come on. The Green Ready Light will stay off while the appliance is preheating.
While the appliance is preheating, you may prepare the ingredients for your homemade quesadilla.
When the appliance is hot and ready to cook your quesadilla, the Green Ready Light will come on.
REMINDER: NEVER leave the appliance unattended.
The appliance should preheat for a minimum of 3-7 minutes. During this time, you may notice slight smoking or a slight odor; this is normal with most new appliances. The smoking and odor is caused by the residues burning off the Cooking Surface and the Heating Element. Allow the appliance to preheat until smoke and odor no longer exists. The Green Ready Light will turn on when the appliance is ready to cook.
Slide the Drip Tray under the front of the appliance.
Raise the quesadilla maker Lid, always using the front Handle to prevent accidental burns. For additional safety use an oven mitt or a pot holder to open the Lid.
Place a tortilla, centered, on the lower Cooking Surface.
Add desired ingredients evenly on top of the bottom tortilla. When all ingredients have been added, top with the second tortilla.
Close the Lid using a pot holder or oven mitt.
Lock the Lid after lowering.
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Lock Lid in Position 1 for thinner quesadillas. Lock Lid in Position 2 for more thickly stuffed quesadillas.
DO NOT force the Lid to lock.
Steam may be released from appliance during cooking. For your safety, avoid contact with steam, as it is very hot and can cause burns.
The cooking time will range between 3-7 minutes, depending on the type of fillings, the amount of fillings and personal taste. DO NOT overcook! This will cause the cheese and other food fillings used to melt excessively and run out of tortillas.
Once the quesadilla has completed cooking, raise the Lid with a pot holder or oven mitt. Remove the quesadilla from the Cooking Surface with a flat plastic or wooden utensil. DO NOT use metal utensils, as they may scratch and damage the Non-stick Cooking Surface.
If cooking more than one quesadilla in a session, after removal of the first quesadilla, lower the Lid to maintain heat until ready to cook the next quesadilla.
After unplugging the appliance, make sure the Red Power Light is off to prevent any sparking from the outlet.
Once the appliance is cool, remove the Drip Tray to empty and clean.

HELPFUL TIPS

NEVER leave the unit unattended while operating.

Tortillas are recommended for use in your ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER. Make sure they are fresh tortillas, not old nor stale.
Make sure fillings are evenly distributed on the bottom tortilla to about ½ inch from the edge, so that the edges of the tortilla can seal together and ingredients stay inside of tortillas.
Use soft ingredients: shredded cheeses, prepared salsa, and thinly cut or shredded cooked meat, chicken and vegetables. Never use anything with bones or pits included, nor anything uncooked such as raw meats, chicken, etc.
Avoid processed cheeses as they liquefy quickly and will drain out of the quesadilla.
Do not use more than ¼ cup of shredded cheese or ½ cup of salsa, as they will leak out while cooking your quesadilla.
The average time for cooking a quesadilla, if not overfilled, is 3-7 minutes.
Crisping of the tortilla occurs while cooking. Therefore, less time cooked = less crisping.
Longer cooking will create a crispier quesadilla. DO NOT overcook quesadilla.
NEVER force the Lid to lock, this could result in damage to the hinge of the Lid.
Always have the Drip Tray in place when cooking a quesadilla. Check the Drip Tray frequently during cooking sessions to prevent overflow.
Should melting occur that causes leakage of the tortillas, gently wipe up melted cheese, etc. from the Non-stick Cooking Surface before cooking the next quesadilla. This will prevent burning or scorching of previously melted cheeses, etc.
You can reheat previously cooked quesadillas by placing the quesadilla on the preheated unit, lining up the grill marks on the quesadilla with the Plate Pockets, lowering the Lid, and reheating for 1-3 minutes.
Always allow the appliance to cool before removing the Drip Tray and wiping out the interior for cleaning.
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To prevent over-filling, make sure that you do not fill tortilla on lower plate past the inner rim: $Nostalgia-EQM200-Electric-Quesadilla-Maker-fig- $5$$
Also, make sure that Lid is locked in correct position (see How To Operate) to ensure that tortillas seal properly.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

Please take care of your ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER by following these simple instructions and precautions. Cleaning is a snap.

Disconnect from the electrical outlet by unplugging the appliance.
Make sure the appliance is cool before removing the Drip Tray.
Empty the Drip Tray, then clean it in hot or warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry.
Wipe the Non-stick Cooking Surface with a damp, non-abrasive cloth or paper towel and dry.
Wipe the exterior with a damp, non-abrasive cloth and dry. It is that simple. Remember to periodically coat the Cooking Surface with vegetable oil to preserve the non-stick finish. This also helps the crisping process.

RECIPES

With the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER, you can use your imagination and choose your favorite ingredients to create your very own homemade quesadilla. You can even create two different types of quesadillas at the same time by adding your favorite ingredients to one half of a tortilla and folding it. Then add ingredients to one half of a second tortilla and fold it. Place the two halved tortillas on the Cooking Surface, filling out the space of one whole tortilla. Close the Lid and cook for 3 – 5 minutes. When done, separate the two halves and serve. Be creative and ENJOY your ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER!

BASIC CHEESE QUESADILLA

2 Flour Tortillas
¼ Cup finely shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack or your preference)
½ Cup prepared Salsa (Note: you may want to drain off some of liquid if runny)
Guacamole or small chunks of Avocado (optional)

Preheat the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER as directed.
Place 1 tortilla on the lower Cooking Surface.
Evenly distribute your choice of cheese(s) on tortilla (up to a ½ inch from the edge of the tortilla). Top with salsa, spreading evenly over cheese.
Add guacamole or avocado, if desired, by spreading evenly over cheese and salsa.
Top with the second tortilla.
Close the Lid and cook for 3-7 minutes, depending on desired crispness and thickness of fillings.
Open Lid with a pot holder or oven mitt.
Remove with wooden or plastic utensil. Place on plate and serve with additional salsa, if desired, and top with sour cream.

BREAKFAST QUESADILLA

2 Tortillas
¼ Cup scrambled Eggs
¼ Cup precooked and chopped Breakfast Sausage
¼ Cup Salsa
¼ Cup finely shredded Cheddar Cheese

Preheat the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER as directed.
Place one tortilla on the lower Cooking Surface.
Spread scrambled eggs evenly to within ½ inch of the edge of the tortilla. Evenly distribute sausage bits. Spread salsa evenly, and top by sprinkling the Cheddar cheese evenly over all.
Place the other tortilla on top and close the Lid. Cook as directed for 3-7 minutes. Open Lid with pot holder or oven mitt; serve with salsa or picante sauce.

BASIC QUESADILLA PLUS

2 Flour Tortillas
¼ Cup finely shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack or your preference)
¼ Cup cooked Chicken, Beef or your favorite Meat torn into thin shreds or pieces.
¼ Cup prepared Salsa
Guacamole or small chunks of Avocado (optional)

Preheat the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER as directed.
Place 1 tortilla on the lower Cooking Surface. Evenly distribute your choice of cheese(s) on the tortilla (up to a ½ inch from the edge of the tortilla).
Top with an evenly distributed amount of meat or chicken.
Evenly distribute guacamole or avocado, if desired, over cheese and salsa.
Top with second tortilla.
Close the Lid and cook for 3-7 minutes, dependingon desired crispness and thickness of fillings.
Open Lid with a pot holder or oven mitt.
Remove with wooden or plastic utensil. Place on plate and serve with additional prepared salsa, and sour cream.

VEGGIE QUESADILLA

2 Tortillas
¼ to ½ Cup precooked or thawed frozen Bell Pepper, Onions or any combination of your favorite Vegetable
½ Tsp. Mexican or Fajita seasonings
¼ Cup shredded Cheddar Cheese and/or prepared Salsa

Preheat the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER as directed. Combine the vegetables and the seasonings in a bowl. Place one tortilla on the lower Cooking Surface.
Evenly spread the combined vegetables and seasoning, up to a ½ inch from the edge of the tortilla.
Close the Lid and cook for 3-7 minutes depending on desired crispness and thickness of fillings.
Cut into triangles; serve with sour cream and salsa.

PB & J QUESADILLA

2 Tortillas
2 Tbsp. Peanut Butter
1-2 Tbsp. Jam or Fruit Preserves

Preheat the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER as directed.
Evenly spread a thick layer of peanut butter onto one tortilla and an even layer of your choice of either jam or fruit preserves onto the other tortilla.
Carefully place first tortilla on the lower cooking surface, peanut butter side up.
Place the other tortilla on top, jam side down.
Close the cover and cook for 3-7 minutes depending on the thickness, and preference of crispness desired. Cut into triangles; serve with a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.
Feel free to add slices of fruit, such as bananas.

DELICIOUS DESSERT QUESADILLA

2 Tortillas
2 Tbsp. Hazelnut Spread
¼ Cup Bananas, thinly sliced
½ Cup Strawberries
1 Tsp. Powdered Sugar

Preheat the ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER as directed.
Spread a thick layer of hazelnut spread onto one tortilla.
Carefully place tortilla with hazelnut spread onto the lower Cooking Surface, hazelnut spread side up.
Spread banana slices evenly to within ½ inch of the edge of the tortilla.
Place the other tortilla on top and close the Lid. Close the Lid and cook for 3-7 minutes. Open Lid with pot holder or oven mitt.
Garnish with strawberries and sprinkle lightly with powdered sugar.

RETURNS & WARRANTY

SHOULD YOUR UNIT NOT WORK OR IF DAMAGED WHEN YOU FIRST TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX, PLEASE RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE IMMEDIATELY

ELECTRIC QUESADILLA MAKER / EQM200

Immediate Return Instructions :

If the unit is not working or is damaged upon unboxing, return it to the place of purchase immediately.

Contact Information :

Distributor : Nostalgia Products LLC
Address : 1471 Partnership Dr., Green Bay, WI 54304-5685
Customer Service Phone : 920-347-9122
Website : www.nostalgiaproducts.com
Operating Hours : Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Central Standard Time

Customer Service Inquiry :

To submit a Customer Service inquiry, go to www.nostalgiaproducts.com and fill out the Customer Service Inquiry form and click the Submit button.
A representative will contact you as soon as possible.

Product Warranty Terms :

Warranty Period : 1 year from the date of original purchase.
Coverage : The product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal home use.
Remedy : Repair or replacement of defective products, or a refund, at the company’s discretion.
Eligibility : Original retail purchaser with the original sales receipt.
Claim Deadline : Claims must be made within the warranty period, no later than 30 days after the issue arises.
Exclusions : Does not cover normal wear, damage from shipping, mishandling, misuse, accidents, alterations, improper parts, or use not consistent with household use.
Return Process : Products must be returned for inspection and evaluation with shipping prepaid by the customer. Return shipping is non-refundable. The company is not liable for damage or loss in transit.
Use Limitation : Warranty applies only to indoor household use unless stated otherwise in the operating instructions.
Geographic Limitation : Warranty valid in the USA and Canada only.

Legal Disclaimer :

This warranty replaces all other warranties, expressed or implied, to the extent permitted by law.
The company is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages. This limitation may not apply in all jurisdictions.

Warranty Void Conditions :

Failing to follow operating instructions will void the warranty.

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Be sure to read the operating instructions carefully and to visit Nostalgia Products’ website for more information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the brand of the electric quesadilla maker mentioned in the details?

The brand is Nostalgia Electrics.

What are the product dimensions of the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker?

The product dimensions are L 11 x W 10 x H 4.5.

Can you provide the cord length for the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker?

The cord length is 29.25.

What is the item model number for the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker?

The item model number is EQM200.

What is the warranty period and terms for the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker?

The warranty period is one (1) year from the date of original purchase. It covers defects in material and workmanship under normal home use.

What are the warranty claim requirements for the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker?

Warranty claims must be brought to the attention of the company within the warranty period and no later than 30 days of the failure to perform. Proof of purchase date is required.

What does the warranty cover for the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker?

The warranty covers defects in material and workmanship under normal home use. The company will repair or replace the defective product or issue a refund.

What features does the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker offer for making quesadillas?

It has a unique plate design with pockets to create sectional pieces, ensuring quesadillas bake crispy on the outside and hot & juicy on the inside.

What lights are present on the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker, and what do they indicate?

It has a Red Power Light (on/off) and a Green Ready Light to indicate the status of the appliance.

What type of coating does the cooking plate of the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker have?

The cooking plate has a non-stick coating.

Does the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker come with a removable drip tray?

Yes, it comes with a removable drip tray for easy cleaning.

How is the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker designed for storage?

It has a stand-on-edge storage design, providing convenient storage options.

Are recipes included with the Nostalgia EQM200 Electric Quesadilla Maker?

Yes, recipes are included.