AROMA AWM-1220 Series Waffle Maker Instruction Manual

AROMA AWM-1220 Series Waffle Maker

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: AWM-1220BL/AWM-1220G/AWM-1220P
• Type: Waffle Maker
• Manufacturer: Aroma Housewares Co.
• Address: 6469 Flanders Drive, San Diego, CA 92121, U.S.A.
• Contact: 1-800-276-6286
• Website: www.AromaCo.com

Product Usage Instructions

Important Safety Precautions
Before using the waffle maker, please read and follow these important safety precautions:

1. Read all instructions carefully before first use.
2. Avoid touching hot surfaces. Always use handles.
3. Do not immerse the power cord, plug, or appliance in water or any other liquid.
4. Use extreme caution when handling hot oil or hot foods.
5. Unplug the appliance when not in use and before cleaning.
6. Avoid using the appliance near children or leaving it unattended while in use.
7. Do not use the appliance outdoors.
8. Avoid placing the appliance on hot surfaces or near flammable materials.
9. Only use with a 120V AC power outlet.
10. Use the appliance on a sturdy, flat, and heat-resistant surface.
11. For countertop use only. Do not remove the swappable plates.

Short Cord Instructions

1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks, especially around children.
2. If using an extension cord, ensure it meets the electrical rating requirements and is safely arranged to prevent accidents.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: Can I use the waffle maker for anything other than making waffles?
  A: No, the waffle maker is designed specifically for making waffles and should not be used for other purposes.

• Q: How do I clean the waffle maker?
  A: To clean the waffle maker, ensure it is unplugged and cooled down. Wipe the cooking surfaces with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not immerse the appliance in water.

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AWM-1220BL/AWM-1220G/AWM-1220P

Waffle Maker
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances, including the following:

1. Important: Read all instructions carefully before first use.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Never touch the cooking surface while appliance is in use. Always use handles.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the power cord, plug or appliance in water or any other liquid. See instructions for cleaning.
4. This appliance is not intended to be used by children. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
5.  Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use.
6.  Unplug from the wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool completely before putting on or removing parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
7.  Do not operate any appliance with a damaged power cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Aroma® customer service for examination, repair or electrical/mechanical adjustment.
8.  The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Aroma® Housewares may result in fire, electrical shock or injury.
9.  Do not use outdoors.
10.  Do not allow the power cord to hang over the edge of the counter or table, or touch hot surfaces.
11.  Do not place the appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
12.  A fire may occur if waffle maker is covered or touching flammable materials including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation.
13.  Use only with a 120V AC power outlet.
14.  Extreme caution must be used when using or moving an appliance containing hot oil or any other hot foods.
15.  To disconnect, remove the plug from the wall outlet.
16.  Always unplug the power cord from the plug gripping area. Never pull on the cord.
17.  Do not use the appliance for other than its intended use.
18.  Always use appliance on a sturdy, flat and heat-resistant surface.
19.  Only use the appliance on a stable, dry surface.
20.  CAUTION: For countertop use only.
21.  DO NOT remove the swappable plates until the appliance has completely cooled. Failure to do so may result in injury.
22.  DO NOT use metal utensils on the cooking surface as this will damage the nonstick surface.
23.  Do not attempt to remove food when waffle maker is plugged in.
24.  Unplug unit when finished baking waffles.
25.  The waffle maker should be operated on a separated electrical circuit from other operating appliances. If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, the appliance may not operate properly.
26.  WARNING: The appliance will still heat up if plugged in without any swappable plates in place. Always have your swappable plates properly in place in the appliance before plugging it in.
27.  Do not pour oil or grease in the plate for deep fry food because it will cause fire damage. Do not use for deep frying.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Short Cord Instructions

1.  A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from it being grabbed by children, and becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2.  Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
3.  If a longer extension cord is used:
   • The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
   • The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over unintentionally.

Polarized Plug

1. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other); follow the instructions below:
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
3.  If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

Parts Identification

Swappable Plates

Before First Use

1.  Read all instructions and important safeguards.
2.  Remove all packaging materials and check that all items have been received in good condition.
3. Tear up all plastic bags and dispose of them properly as they can pose a risk to children.
4.  Wipe the unit’s exterior clean with a damp cloth.
5.  Remove the top and bottom waffle plates and wash in warm, soapy water together with the additional swappable plates.
6. Rinse and dry thoroughly before replacing them onto the waffle maker.

To Clean

1.  Allow the waffle maker to cool completely before cleaning.
2.  Use a dry paper towel or damp cloth to wipe away crumbs and soak up excess oil drips on the used swappable plates.
3.  Wipe the waffle maker’s exterior clean with a damp cloth.
4.  Remove the used top and bottom swappable plates and wash in warm, soapy water.
5.  Rinse and dry thoroughly before replacing them onto the waffle maker.

To Store

1.  Lock the safety locking latch.
2.  Wrap cord around securely around base.
3.  For compact storage, rotate the handle so that the appliance is turned on its side.
4.  The appliance has a flat surface that allows it to be stored vertically

Caution :
Allow swappable plate to cool completely before removing.

Note
The first time you use your waffle maker, it may have a slight odor and may smoke a bit. This is normal and common to appliances with a nonstick surface.

Note :

•  Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or scouring pads to clean this appliance.
• The swappable plates are dishwasher-safe, but hand washing is recommended to preserve the nonstick cooking surface.
• To remove stubborn, baked-on batter drips, pour a few drops of cooking oil onto the waffle plates and let sit for a few hours, then wipe away with a damp cloth or paper towel.

Troubleshooting

The waffle maker is not cooking properly.

• Make sure the green ready indicator light is on, this light indicates the unit has reached the appropriate cooking temperature.
• Flip the waffle maker after pouring batter and closing unit to allow the batter to spread throughout the unit and cook evenly.
• Follow your waffle mix instructions carefully to ensure best results.

Food is sticking to the swappable plate.

• Make sure to lightly spray the plates being used with cooking oil before pouring cooking.

Switching Plates

1.  Make sure the unit is cool completely before removing plates.
2.  Press bottom locking tab outward allowing the plate to be released.
3.  Press top locking tab upward while holding top base. Tab will release top plate.
4.  Select new plates to be used.
5.  Place bottom tray into bottom slot and press until bottom locking tab clicks.
6.  Place top tray into top slot while holding top base. Press until top locking tab clicks.

Note :

• Any other servicing should be performed by Aroma® Housewares.
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• 1- 800-276-6286 for product support, helpful tips and more!

Helpful Hints
For waffles, add the appropriate amount of batter to the waffle maker indicated by your waffle mix.

Caution :
Always allow plates to completely cool before replacing. Removing when hot could cause harm.

Making Waffles

1.  Place the unit on a sturdy, level and dry surface.
2.  Place the waffle plates into unit.
3.  Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC wall outlet. The red POWER indicator light will illuminate and the waffle maker will begin heating.
4.  Allow the unit to preheat, keeping it closed to efficiently retain heat.
5.  When the green READY indicator light illuminates, carefully open the unit, brush the waffle plates with a cooking oil or grease lightly with butter and pour batter into the bottom waffle plate.
6.  Close the waffle maker securely by pressing the safety locking latch into place. The green READY indicator light will turn off while the waffle is cooking and will come back on when the waffle is done.
7. After 60 seconds, use the cool-touch grip to carefully flip the waffle maker. Allow it to cook for an additional 2 minutes, then gently flip it back. Exercise caution when flipping the waffle maker, as its surface becomes extremely hot during operation.
8. Ensure that the waffle maker remains parallel to the table or countertop during cooking. Avoid leaving it in a perpendicular position to prevent batter leakage.
9. When the green READY indicator light illuminates again, gently open the waffle maker. Use a heat-resistant cooking utensils to safely remove the waffles. For crispier, darker waffles, allow the waffle to cook for a longer period before opening the unit.
10.  Before preparing additional waffles, brush away any remaining crumbs or bits left in the plates of the waffle maker. Close the lid and allow the unit to reheat until the green READY indicator light illuminates, indicating it’s ready for more batter. Note: it is not necessary to oil or grease the waffle grids before each new waffle unless needed.
11.  When finished cooking, unplug the power cord and allow it to cool before moving, cleaning or ejecting swappable plates.

Caution :

• The outside area of the unit will become hot during use and remain hot for sometime after. Do not touch the outside body until the unit has cooled completely.
• To close while the unit is hot, use the cool-touch grip.
• When opening the lid, watch out for the escaping hot steam.

Note :

• Do not use metal utensils as they can scratch the nonstick surface.
• The indicator lights do not signify when the waffles are completed cooking. The red POWER indicator light signifies the waffle maker is powered on and the green READY indicator light signifies the unit has reached the appropriate cooking temperature.
• For best results, use 3/4 cup of batter.

Making Donuts

1.  Place the unit on a sturdy, level and dry surface.
2.  Place the donut plates into the unit.
3.  Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC wall outlet. The red POWER indicator light will illuminate and the waffle maker will begin heating.
4.  Allow the unit to preheat, keeping it closed to efficiently retain heat.
5.  When the green READY indicator light illuminates, carefully open the unit, brush the donut plates with a cooking oil or grease lightly with butter and pour donut batter into the bottom donut plate.
6.  Close the appliance securely by pressing the safety locking latch into place. The green READY indicator light will turn off while the donuts are cooking and will come back on when the donuts are done.
7.  After 60 seconds, use the cool-touch grip to carefully flip the appliance. Allow it to cook for an additional 2 minutes, then gently flip it back. Exercise caution when flipping the appliance, as its surface becomes extremely hot during operation.
8.  Ensure that the appliance remains parallel to the table or countertop during cooking. Avoid leaving it in a perpendicular position to prevent batter leakage.
9.  When the green READY indicator light illuminates again, gently open the appliance. Use a heat-resistant cooking utensils to safely remove the donuts.
10.  When finished cooking, unplug the power cord and allow it to cool before moving, cleaning or ejecting swappable plates.

Helpful Hints :
Aerosol cooking sprays with soy lecithin should not be used on nonstick surfaces as it damages the coating and is difficult to remove. To ensure the longevity of your product, use
a spray bottle and a neutral oil (vegetable, canola, etc.) to lubricate cooking surfaces.

Using Griddle

1.  Place the unit on a sturdy, level and dry surface.
2.  Place the griddle plates into unit.
3.  Plug the power cord into an available 120V AC wall outlet. The red POWER indicator light will illuminate and the waffle maker will begin heating.
4.  Allow the unit to preheat, keeping it closed to efficiently retain heat.
5.  When the green READY indicator light illuminates, carefully open the unit, brush the plates with a cooking oil or grease lightly with butter and add desired ingredients to bottom griddle plate.
6.  Close the unit after adding your ingredients. Monitor your food’s cooking progress manually. Check periodically to ensure your food is cooked to your preference.
7.  Use a heat-resistant cooking utensils to safely remove food.
8.  When finished cooking, unplug the power cord and allow it to cool before moving, cleaning or ejecting swappable plates.

Recipes

Classic Belgian Waffles

• 1 cup  all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1⁄2 tbsp baking powder
• 1⁄4 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl and set aside. In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together egg, milk, and melted butter or oil until well combined. Blend the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring just until combined. Insert the waffle plates and preheat the waffle maker until READY light is on. Grease the waffle maker with melted butter, then pour 2/3 cup of batter into it, cooking until READY light is on. Repeat with the remaining batter until all is gone. Serve your waffles with a delightful drizzle of maple syrup!
MAKES 6 WAFFLES.

Blueberry Waffles

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/2 tbsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup melted unsalted butte
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
  Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl, setting it aside. In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together an egg, milk, and melted butter or oil until well combined. Blend the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring just until combined. Mix fresh blueberries into the batter. Insert the waffle plates and preheat the waffle maker until READY light is on. Grease the waffle maker with melted butter, then pour 2/3 cup of batter into it, cooking until READY light is on. Repeat with the remaining batter until all is gone. Serve your waffles with a delightful drizzle of maple syrup!

MAKES 6 WAFFLES.

Recipes
Chocolate Chip Waffles

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/2 tbsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl, setting it aside. In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together an egg, milk, and melted butter or oil until well combined. Blend the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring just until combined. Mix chocolate chips into the batter. Insert the waffle plates and preheat the waffle maker until READY light is on. Grease the waffle maker with melted butter, then pour 2/3 cup of batter into it, cooking until READY light is on. Repeat with the remaining batter until all is gone. Serve your waffles with a delightful drizzle of maple syrup!
MAKES 6 WAFFLES.

Classic Mini Donuts

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 medium egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Mix flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and butter in a separate bowl. Mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined. Scoop batter into 1-gallon plastic bag and seal partway. Snip off ¹/8” from the corner of the bag. Insert the mini donut plates and preheat until READY light is on. Grease the mini donut plate with melted butter. Add batter to donut molds until about ¾ full. Bake for 6 minutes.

MAKES 30 DONUTS.
Recipes

• Chocolate Mini Donuts
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 medium egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder

Mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and butter in a separate bowl. Mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined. Scoop batter into 1-gallon plastic bag and seal partway. Snip off ¹/8” from the corner of the bag. Insert the mini donut plates and preheat until READY light is on. Grease the mini donut plate with melted butter. Add batter to donut molds until about ¾ full. Bake for 6 minutes.
MAKES 30 DONUTS.

Turkey & Swiss Grilled Sandwich

• 2 slices whole wheat bread
• 2 slices smoked turkey
• 1 slice Swiss cheese
• — dijon mustard
• — butter

Lay out one slice of whole wheat bread. Layer smoked turkey and Swiss cheese. Spread Dijon mustard on the remaining slice of bread and place it on top to form a sandwich. Insert the griddle plates, and preheat until READY light is on. Grease the griddle with melted butter. Grill on the griddle until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Slice and serve hot.
SERVES 1.

Recipes
Grilled Caprese Panini

• 2 slices sourdough bread
• 2 slices tomato
• 1 slice fresh mozzarella
• 1/2 tbs pesto sauce
• — fresh basil leaves
• — olive oil

Lay out a slice of sourdough bread and spread a layer of pesto sauce. Layer tomato slices, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves on the pesto-covered slices. Top with the remaining slice of bread to form a sandwich. Insert the griddle plates and preheat until READY light is on. Grease the griddle with melted butter. Place sandwich in and grill on the griddle until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Slice and serve immediately. SERVES 1.

Limited Warranty

Aroma Housewares Company warrants its products against defects in material and workmanship for one year from the provable date of purchase in the United States.
Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company will repair or replace, at its discretion, defective parts at no charge. Proof of the date of purchase, such as the original dated sales receipt, will be required with any request for warranty repair or replacement. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price.
This warranty does not apply if the warranty period expired; the product has been modified by any unauthorized service center or personnel; the defect was subject to abuse, improper use not conforming to product manual instructions, or environmental conditions more severe than those specified in the manual and specification, neglect of the owner or improper installation; the defect was subject to Force Majeure such as flood, fire, lightning, earthquake, other natural calamities, war. The warranty excludes accessories and replacement parts. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single- family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60Hz).
Aroma’s sole obligation under the warranty shall be to replace the defective product with a working one or a similar model of equivalent value, if the same model is not available, in the occurrence of any failure or defect covered under the warranty during the warranty period. Refurbished items or items not purchased through an authorized retailer are not eligible for warranty claims. Transportation charges on parts, or products in whole, submitted for repair or replacement, under this warranty, must be borne by the purchaser.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, which may vary from state to state, and does not cover areas outside the United States.

Service & Support

In the event of a warranty claim, or if service is required for this product, please contact Aroma® customer service toll-free at: 1-800-276-6286 | CustomerService@AromaCo.com M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm, Pacific Time www.AromaCo.com
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