Operation, Before first use, Preparation – GE 898678 User Manual
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OPERATION
Before first use
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Carefully	remove	the	appliance	from	the	packaging	and	retain	the	packaging	for	
future use.
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Place the appliance on a flat, dry, stable and heat-resistant surface.
•
Loosen the tie
(4) and unwind the power cord (3) completely.
•
Remove all stickers from the appliance.
•
Place the collection tray
(6) on the base (5) (ill. a ). Make sure the 4 plastic pins
lock onto the grooves on the base
(5). The collection tray (6) will collect dripping
batter and oil from the waffle plates
(7, 8). Do not operate the appliance without
the collection tray
(6).
•
Connect the power plug
(3) to a suitable wall outlet.
• Note: The appliance may produce an odor and emit smoke when switched on
for the first time, as residues from the production process are eliminated. This is 
normal and does not indicate a defect or hazard.
•
When	using	the	appliance	for	the	first	time,	we	recommend	to	heat	it	for	at	least	
10 minutes without batter, oil, or ingredients ( Operation), until no odor or smoke 
is present. During baking, ensure ample ventilation.
•
WarninG!
Never let the power cord
(3) touch the waffle plates (7, 8)
(ill. e ).
•
Let the appliance cool completely.
•
Clean the appliance ( Cleaning and maintenance).
Preparation
•
Prior to each use clean the appliance with a clean and slightly dampened cloth.
•
Connect the power plug
(3) to a suitable wall outlet to preheat the appliance. The
power indicator
(1) lights up blue. The appliance begins to heat up.
•
Close the upper cover
(9) (ill. d ).
•
After heating up, the ready indicators
(2, 12) light up green.
• Note: During use, the ready indicators (2, 12) cycle on and off. This indicates that the
waffle maker heats up from time to time to maintain the required temperature.
•
Lift up the upper cover
(9) by the handle (10) (ill. b ). Never touch the waffle
plates
(7, 8) to check the temperature (ill. c ). Danger of burns!
•
Slightly brush the hot waffle plates
(7, 8) with a thin layer of butter, margarine or
suitable oil. Now the appliance is ready for baking waffles.
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