How To Use; Suggestions For Use; Care And Cleaning - Black & Decker DB1002B Use And Care Book Manual

GettING StarteD
1. Remove all packing material and any stickers.
2. Remove and save literature
3. Please go to www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your warranty.
4. Wipe the base and burners with a damp soft cloth or sponge and wipe dry.
5. Select a location on a flat smooth surface where this unit is to be used allowing
enough space (we suggest 4 to 6 inches) from the appliance and the wall or any
cabinets to allow heat to flow without damage to cabinets and walls.
6. Unwind the cord and plug it into a standard electrical outlet.

How to use

This product is for household use only.
Caution: Do not use this appliance in a tilted position.
Before first use, turn the temperature control knob(s) on burner(s) to high (6) and
allow the burner(s) to run for 5 minutes to burn off any residue resulting from the
manufacturing process.
1. Plug unit into an electrical outlet. Select the burner you would like to use.
2. Turn the temperature control knob beside the heating element to be used to
select the desired heat setting. The on indicator light next to the temperature
control knob will be illuminated until the selected temperature has been
reached and then will cycle on and off to indicate the burner is operating.
Note: Preheat the burner for about 1 minute before placing a saucepan or skillet
on the burner.
3. Place a saucepan or skillet designed to be used on an electric range on the
preheated burner.
for best results: Use a saucepan or skillet as close to the size of the burner as
possible. Cookware that is too small or too large will not produce acceptable
cooking results.
Important: use pot holders whenever touching or moving cookware on the
burners.
Caution: Do not leave food unattended.
4. When cooking is completed, turn the temperature control knob to (min).
Unplug the appliance.
Important: Be sure to turn burner(s) off completely after use by unplugging
the appliance. Never leave the appliance on or plugged in when not in use.

SuGGeStIONS fOr uSe

• Place the saucepan or skillet in the center of the burner for best heat
distribution.
• When using both burners, for good heat flow, do not use saucepans or skillets
that touch (model dB1002B).
• For best heat distribution, use flat bottomed cookware and kettles.
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Care and Cleaning

This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable
parts. do not try to repair it yourself. Contact a qualified appliance repair
technician if the product requires servicing.
tO CLeaN
1. Unplug the appliance and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Caution: Never immerse this appliance in water or any other liquid. Never
use steel wool or abrasive cleaners, as they may scratch the surfaces or
damage the unit.
2. The base unit and burner(s) may be wiped with a damp soft cloth or sponge.
tO StOre
1. Unplug the unit and allow it to cool completely before storing.
2. Store the unit in its box or in a clean, dry place.
Important: Never wrap the cord tightly around the appliance. Do not put
stress on the cord where it enters the unit, as this could cause it to fray and
break.
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