Do the waffles come out crisp?

They can - based on recipe (using ours for a Keto diet - no wheat flour), time and temperature. I'd never owned a waffle maker before, so it's been a bit of experimentation. We're more than satisfied with our selection and this product. Hope this helps.

I plugged in the waffle maker to try it out. first the green light wasnt turning on. trying again now it wont turn on at all. why? its only 4 days old

The green light only goes on once it reaches desired temperature.

Can someone tell me what size the waffles are (in case I want to freeze them and put into a toaster later) and can I use pancake mix? Thanks

The waffles are 8 inches across. You can definitely use pancake mix, but then you won't be making actual waffles. Just pancakes in the shape of them. They won't turn out crispy on the outside and will be floppy like pancakes.

Are the plates removable for washing?

No, but very easy to maintain with a damp cloth, nothing sticks, use an oil spray before use

Are cooking times the same on toaster ovens and regular ovens?

Cooking times may vary depending on personal preferences. Because toaster ovens are smaller than a regular oven, they will heat up faster and will maintain the temperature better. Therefore, cooking times in a toaster oven will generally be shorter than those in a regular oven.

What can I do if my toaster oven has discolored and I can't clean it?

High heat appliances can have some discoloration. This is normal. You may clean with a soft scrub and soap.

Oster® CKSTWF2000 Belgian Waffle Maker User Manual

User manual Waffle Maker

How to use your Oster® waffle maker prepairing your waffle maker for use

1. Open unit by lifting the upper handle.

2. Before using for the first time, clean cooking plates with cloth or sponge, dampened with hot, soapy water. DO NOT IMMERSE UNIT IN WATER. Rinse with dampened cloth or sponge and wipe dry.

3. When using for the first time, “season” the grids by rubbing lightly with cooking oil. Should sticking occur in later usage, re-season your unit.

Preparing waffles

1. Close unit and plug into outlet. Use only voltage specified on bottom of unit. The On light (Red) () will come on. The Ready to Cook light (Green) () will come on immediately when in the OFF (O) position. caUtion: Touch unit only by handles during use or directly after use.

2. Temperature Control Dial settings range from min for light waffles to max for dark waffles. The Ready to Cook light (Green) () will turn off while heating up.

3. The unit is ready for use when the Ready to Cook light () comes on.

4. Open unit and pour approximately ¾ cup waffle batter onto grids. For best results, pour batter in a circle around outer edge of waffle maker. (See Illustration) Close cover. It is very typical to have a small amount of batter run over grid and down unit. However, if an excessive amount of batter runs over, use less batter.

5. Cover will rise slightly as waffles begin to bake. Do not open cover while steam is escaping. Most waffle recipes bake in approximately 5 minutes on the low setting, 4-½ minutes on the medium setting and 4 minutes on the high setting. Waffles are generally done when steam no longer escapes from sides and front of unit.

6. When waffles are done, remove with a plastic fork or wooden tongs. note: The Ready to Cook light () may cycle on and off during cooking. This indicates that the thermostat is maintaining the unit at the proper cooking temperature.

7. Close cover and wait for Ready to Cook light to come on before preparing another batch of waffles.

Care and Cleaning

1. Unplug and allow unit to cool before cleaning.

2. Clean waffle grids with cloth or sponge dampened with hot, soapy water. DO NOT IMMERSE UNIT IN WATER. Rinse with dampened cloth or sponge and wipe dry.

3. To remove cooked-on foods, use a nylon scrub pad or non-abrasive cleanser. A steel wool pad or abrasive cleaners will damage the non-stick surface.

4. Store in closed position.

5. Any servicing required should be performed only by an authorized service facility.

6. This appliance is for household use only.

Hints for tasty waffles

1. Do not over-mix waffle batter. Beating egg whites separately and folding them gently into the batter surely will create a lighter, crispier waffle.

2. Completely bake waffles before removing from unit.

3. Don’t open the Waffle Maker while steam is escaping from sides and front of the unit.

4. Why not freeze prepared waffles for those busy days ahead? Just bake the waffles as directed. Cool on a wire rack and wrap in moisture-proof paper or plastic. Quickly reheat in your toaster oven, broiler or microwave oven.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

Do not touch hot surfaces, use the handles.
To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug or appliance in water or any other liquid.
Close supervision is always necessary when this or any appliance is used by or near children.
To disconnect, remove plug form electrical outlet.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning the appliance.
Do not operate this or any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
Return appliance to an Authorized Service Center for examination, repair or adjustment.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock or injury.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in a heated oven or in a microwave oven.
Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air circulation. On surfaces where heat may cause a problem, an insulated hot pad is recommended.
Do not leave unit unattended during use.