GE 168998 User Manual

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E4How to Use Your Skillet1. Turn temperature control to “OFF”.Plug temperature control probesecurely into receptacle on skillet,plug into standard 120v AC outletand turn temperature control todesired setting.2. The temperature control indicatorlight will come on when you set oradjust the temperature. Once thedesired temperature is reached, theindicator light will cycle during use,indicating the selected temperature isbeing maintained. (When addingfood, the indicator light will come onbriefly as the overall cooking temperatureis reduced.)3. Preheat the skillet with the lid on for10 – 15 minutes or until the indicatorlight goes out. NOTE: The cookingtemperatures listed in this user manualare estimates. Adjust the cookingtemperature slightly up or down toachieve the results you prefer.4. A steam vent is located on the lid. Thesteam vent allows steam to escape whilecooking with the lid in place.CAUTION: Escaping steam is hot! Becareful when removing or lifting lid.NOTE: If heating oil, always leave the lidoff. If oil smokes, immediately turn skillet“OFF” and allow to cool.Helpful Hints• Before using the skillet for the firsttime, lightly brush cooking surfacewith vegetable oil. Heat, uncovered,to 300°F. Turn “OFF” and coolcompletely. Wipe away excess oil.• Use only nylon or heat-proof plasticcooking utensils. Metal utensils mayscratch the non-stick surface.• This skillet is not designed to deepfry. To pan-fry, do not use more than1 cup of oil. Select a vegetable oil orpeanut oil for frying, Butter andolive oil should only be used to sautefoods on a lower temperature setting.Temperature and Cooking GuideBURGERS ⁄ lb. 3 to 9 minutes/per side (medium) 300°FSTEAK 1" thick, boneless 9 to 12 minutes/per side 300°FCHICKEN boneless breasts 6 to 7 minutes/per side 300°FFRENCH TOAST 3 to 5 minutes/per side 325°FPANCAKES 1 to 3 minutes/per side 300°FEGGSFried 2 to 3 minutes/first side 300°F1 to 2 minutes/second sideMelt 1 to 2 tsp. butter or margarine in skilletPoached 1 to 6 eggs 2 to 3 minutes 250°F or 300°FPour 2 cups water and 1 tsp. cider vinegarin skillet. Heat to boiling. Break each egginto a bowl; slip into water. Cover and cook2 to 3 minutes.Scrambled 3 to 4 minutes 300°FMelt 1 to 2 tablespoons butter ormargarine in skillet. Add eggs, cook, stirgently, until set and cooked.BACON 5 minutes/first side 300°F1 to 3 minutes/second sideSAUSAGE LINKS 8 to 10 minutes 300°FSAUSAGE PATTIES 6 minutes/first side 300°F5 to 6 minutes/second sideFOOD AMOUNT TIME/DIRECTIONS TEMP.E5How to Clean Your SkilletCAUTION: Skillet is hot. Handle carefully.1. Always allow the skillet to completelycool before cleaning.2. Unplug cord from wall outlet, thenremove temperature control probefrom appliance. Wipe probe clean witha dry towel.3. Immerse the skillet and lid in warm,soapy water and wash with a soft cloth.4. Rinse well and dry. All parts, except thetemperature control probe, are fullyimmersible and dishwasher-safe.NOTE: DO NOT use steel wool, abrasivecleaners, or metal scouring pads on cookingsurfaces as this will damage the non-stickcoating.WARNING: Do not immerse temperaturecontrol probe in water or other liquid.GE168998/428-1252 E/S.qxd 5/14/04 10:19 Page 5

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