Rival S16G - Manual (Page 5)

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HELPFUL HINTS
• Before using the skillet for the first time, lightly brush cooking surface with
vegetable oil. Heat, uncovered, to 300°F. Turn “OFF” and cool completely.
Wipe away excess oil.
• Use only nylon or heat-proof plastic cooking utensils. Metal utensils may
scratch the non-stick surface.
• This skillet is not designed to deep fry. To pan-fry, do not use more than 1 cup
of oil. Select a vegetable oil or peanut oil for frying, Butter and olive oil should
only be used to sauté foods on a lower temperature setting.
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR SKILLET
CAUTION: Skillet is hot. Handle carefully.
1. Always allow the skillet to completely cool before cleaning.
2. Unplug cord from wall outlet, then remove temperature control probe from
appliance. CAUTION: The probe on the temperature control piece could be
hot. Wipe probe clean with a dry towel.
3. Immerse the skillet and lid in warm, soapy water and wash with a soft cloth.
Rinse well and dry. All parts, except the temperature control probe, are fully
immersible.
NOTE: Do Not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or metal scouring pads on
cooking surfaces as this will damage the non-stick coating.
WARNING: Do not immerse temperature control probe in water or other liquid.
NOTE: If heating oil, always leave the lid off. If oil smokes, immediately turn
skillet “OFF” and allow to cool.