TRISTAR CM-1245 (02) PDF Document

The main components of the TRISTAR CM-1245 are:

1. Power indication light

2. Ready indication light

3. Handle

4. Safety lock

5. Baking plates

When using your TRISTAR CM-1245, please adhere to the following safety guidelines:

• Do not use this appliance with a damaged cord or plug or when the appliance has malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. To avoid a hazard, ensure that a damaged cord or plug is replaced by a competent qualified technician.

• Never move the appliance by pulling the cord and make sure the cord cannot become entangled.

• The appliance must be placed on a stable, level surface.

• Do not use the appliance outdoors.

• The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.

• The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or a separate remote-control system.

• To protect yourself against an electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or appliance in the water or any other liquid.

• Only use the appliance for its intended purpose.

• Do not place any objects on top of the appliance.

• Unplug the appliance from the socket when not in use.

• Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight.

• Do not cook food directly on the heating plates.

• Always place a slice of bread on the heating plates when cooking.

• Always keep at least 10 cm free space around the unit.

• CAUTION: Hot surface. The surface is liable to get hot during use.

• Bread may burn.

Yes, there are restrictions on the use of the TRISTAR CM-1245.

• This appliance shall not be used by children aged from 0 years to 8 years.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children shall not play with the appliance.

• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.

• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless older than 8 and supervised.

The TRISTAR CM-1245 is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments.

• By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments.

• Bed and breakfast type environments.

• Farm houses.

Before using your TRISTAR CM-1245 for the first time, please follow these steps:

1. Take the appliance and accessories out of the box. Remove the stickers, protective foil or plastic from the device.

2. Clean the appliance with a damp cloth before using it for the first time.

3. For best results, grease the baking plates with a little bit of cooking oil or butter.

4. Put the plug into the wall outlet. The power indication lights will illuminate.

5. Allow the device to pre-heat until the green ‘ready’ indication light illuminates. This will burn off any manufacturing residue. The first time you use the appliance it may emit some smoke and a characteristic odour. This is normal and will soon cease.

To make a sandwich with the TRISTAR CM-1245, follow these instructions:

1. Grease the baking plates with oil or butter.

2. Put the plug into the wall outlet. You will know that the device has power when the power indicator light illuminates.

3. Close the device. The power indicator light (red) will go on.

4. Wait until the ready indicator light (green) goes on. Now you can start baking.

5. Place the bread with filling on the bottom baking plate and close the grill.

6. Close the lid and secure it with the safety lock.

7. During baking the ready indicator light will turn on and off. This is the thermostat that maintains the correct temperature.

8. After use, remove the plug from the power outlet and allow the device to cool down.

CAUTION: Do not use any metal objects on the baking plates, this will damage the non-stick coating.

The TRISTAR CM-1245 has two indicator lights with specific functions:

• Red Power Indication Light: This light illuminates when the appliance is plugged into a wall outlet, indicating that it has power.

• Green Ready Indication Light: This light illuminates when the appliance has finished pre-heating and has reached the correct temperature for baking. During the baking process, this light will turn on and off as the thermostat works to maintain the correct temperature.

To clean your TRISTAR CM-1245, follow these steps:

1. Remove the plug from the wall outlet and wait for the appliance to cool down.

2. Clean the baking plates with a damp cloth or soft brush.

3. Clean the exterior of the appliance with a damp cloth. Never use harsh and abrasive cleaners, a scouring pad or steel wool, which damages the device.

4. Never immerse the electrical device in water or any other liquid. The device is not dishwasher proof.

If the supply cord of your TRISTAR CM-1245 is damaged, do not use the appliance. It must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

The TRISTAR CM-1245 should not be put into domestic garbage at the end of its durability. It must be offered at a central point for the recycling of electric and electronic domestic appliances. The symbol on the appliance, instruction manual and packaging directs your attention to this important issue. The materials used in this appliance can be recycled. By recycling used domestic appliances you contribute an important push to the protection of our environment.