Proctor Silex 38526 Silex Electric Skillet with Lid Instruction Manual

Proctor Silex 38526 Silex Electric Skillet with Lid

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. 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 are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs, which may be warm. Use oven mitts.
5. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or temperature control in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touc hot surfaces, including the stove.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
13. Always attach plug to appliance first; then plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF and then remove plug from wall outlet.
14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
15. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, assemble feet before using.
16. Be sure that handles/feet are assembled and fastened properly.
17. See instructions for assembly of handles/feet on page 5.
18. Never leave appliance unattended while in use.
19. This appliance is not intended for deep frying foods.
20. Use only the temperature-controlling plug provided by the manufacturer. Use of another temperature-control plug may cause injury.

Other Consumer Safety Information

This appliance is intended for household use only.

WARNING
Shock Hazard: This product is provided with either a polarized (one wide blade) or grounded (3-prong) plug to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized or grounded outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.

The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type, 3-wire cord. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.

To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not use another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit with this appliance.

Parts and Features

*To order parts:

US: 1.800.851.8900 www.hamiltonbeach.com Canada: 1.800.267.2826 Mexico: 01 800 71 16 100

1. Lid Handle*

2. Glass Lid

3. Nonstick Skillet

4. Handle/Feet

5. Temperature Control
   Assembly of handle/feet to base is required. See below.

6. Long Screw

7. Split Lock Washer

8. Flat Washer

Tools Required

Phillips-head screwdriver. Do NOT overtighten.

NOTE
Screws and washers may be partially screwed into base for shipping purposes. Remove them to assemble handle/feet to base. After assembly the handles/feet should feel secure. If the handles/feet are loose, or the unit rocks when on a flat surface, the handles are not installed properly. Loosen the screws and realign handles; then retighten as shown. Periodically check screws and retighten as necessary.

How to Use

WARNING Burn Hazard.

• To reduce the risk of burns, do not carry or move the skillet when it contains hot oil or food.
• To reduce the risk of burns due to oil splatter, do not put a large amount of oil in a hot skillet. When frying, pour oil in skillet and then preheat unit.

BEFORE FIRST USE
Wash skillet and lid in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

1. Always use skillet on a dry, level, heat-resistant surface.
2. Plug the temperature control into the skillet. Set temperature control dial to OFF; then plug cord into wall outlet.
3. Refer to the Cooking Chart that follows for selecting the correct heat setting.
4. Preheat skillet, uncovered, 5 to 10 minutes until desired temperature is reached.
5. When the indicator light on the temperature control goes out, the cooking temperature has been reached. Food may now be added. Heat may be increased or decreased, depending upon personal preference and the type or amount of food being prepared.
6. When finished cooking, remove food, turn temperature control to OFF, and unplug unit from wall outlet.

NOTES
Only use wooden or plastic cooking utensils to prolong the life of the nonstick coating.

Never use the skillet and the cover in the oven or microwave oven, or on the range top.

Cooking Chart

Cooking times are based on fresh ingredients.

Care and Cleaning

WARNING    Electrical Shock Hazard.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or temperature control in water or any other liquid.

1. When finished cooking, turn temperature control to OFF; unplug from outlet and then from skillet.

2. Let skillet cool completely.

3. Clean skillet and lid with hot, soapy water, using a nylon scouring pad. Rinse; then dry. Skillet and lid may also be washed in a dishwasher.
   NOTE Do not use metal scouring pads or abrasive cleansers. This will damage the nonstick coating.

4. If necessary, wipe the temperature control and cord with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu  of any other warranty or condition.

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or  any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.

This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use   notin conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. 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 ~ 60 Hz).

We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store.

Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit proctorsilex.com in the U.S. or proctorsilex.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

This skillet is how deep?****

The depth of the skillet is little around 2 1/4 inches, and the lid is also not very tall.

Does this reach a temperature high enough to fry chicken and crisp bacon?****

It does, indeed. The skillet can withstand temperatures as high as 400°F and as low as 200°F. I’ve used it to make meals in one skillet, cook noodles and potatoes, make chili, fry donuts, render bacon fat, cook it to a crisp without burning it, and more.

If left on, will it turn off?****

 As long as electricity is applied to the device, it will remain on. The temperature dial has no timed function. No.

Is this ok for deep frying as well?****

I personally wouldn’t use it as a deep fryer because it fries chicken and other foods extremely nicely, but otherwise I think it’s a great device and haven’t had any issues with it.

What kind of wattage does it use? Wattage is found on the actual appliance. typically located on or next to the plug in.****

It will need 1200 watts of power if it reads 10A. This will heat up as quickly as possible on US electrical connections because that is roughly the maximum power consumption for kitchen appliances.

How does the coating work? I’ve had a few and the coating degrades with time, causing food to stick. The ceramic food-stuck item was the final one.****

Does this have temperature controls other than just warm, medium, and hot?****

It does, indeed. Warm, 200, and then increments of 50 degrees all the way up to 400 are written on the dial.

Can I prepare rice with gravy?****

I guess you could cook gravy in a microwave because I use one to cook rice.

Can I use this to warm food? Which setting is the lowest?****

There is a bare bar space on the heater. Anywhere on the space that you place the space will keep it warm. The temperature in the bar area will be between 100 and 150 degrees.

Can I use it to cook hamburger?****

Yes, I can brown hamburger in it, and hopefully yours will heat up a little more evenly than mine.

Is the nonstick made of Teflon?****

Non-stick, yet not Teflon.

Is it washable in a machine?****

It is washable by hand. With the exception of the cover, it is quite water resistant but not dishwasher safe. In a sink, the surface is so simple to clean that it is not a major concern.

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