Wolfgang Puck. Electric Knife Use and Care. Meijer.com IMPORTANT NOTICE

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1 DL_ElectricKnife09 5/24/09 1:04 PM Page 1 IMPORTANT NOTICE PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE. If you have any problems with this unit, contact Consumer Relations for service PHONE: or visit our website at Please read operating instructions before using this product. Please keep original box and packing materials in the event that service is required. Wolfgang Puck Electric Knife Use and Care W.P. APPLIANCES, INC. Toll Free (800) Model WPEKF015 Printed in China REV 1.0 All trademarks, service marks and trade names (collectively the Marks ) are proprietary to Wolfgang Puck World Wide.

2 DL_ElectricKnife09 5/24/09 1:04 PM Page 1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1 Read all instructions carefully. 2 To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base, cord or plug of the appliance in water or other liquid. 3 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. 4 Turn unit off and unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Disconnect when changing blades. To disconnect, turn unit off, grasp plug, and pull from the wall. Never yank on cord. 5 Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing as well as utensils, away from the cutting blade during operation to prevent injury and/or damage. 6 Blades are sharp. Handle carefully. Always handle blades with hand away from cutting edge. Always store blades with cutting edge away from you. 7 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. 8 The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. 9 Do not use outdoors. 10 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including the stove. 11 Do not use this appliance for other than intended use. 12 Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes. 13 Do not operate knife in water or under running water. ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature. Before Your First Use Carefully unpack the electric knife and remove all packaging materials. Be sure to handle the blade carefully; it is sharp. Wash the blades in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the motor housing with a clean, damp cloth. This will remove any dust that may settle during packaging. CAUTION: Do not immerse the motor housing, cord or plug in water or other liquid. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasive cleansers on any part of the electric knife. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY 1 2

3 DL_ElectricKnife09 5/24/09 1:04 PM Page 3 Table of Contents Important Safeguards 1 Before Your First Use 2 About Wolfgang Puck 3 Know Your Electric Knife 5 Assembling Your Electric Knife 7 Using Your Electric Knife 7 Wolfgang Puck, owner of the famous Spago restaurants and one of the most influential chef-restauranteurs in America, is credited with reviving California s rich culinary heritage. His cooking innovations, a result of blending fresh California ingredients with his classical French techniques, are enjoyed by world leaders, stars and fellow chefs alike. He established other trend-setting restaurants like Postrio in San Francisco, Chinois on Main in Santa Monica, Trattoria del Lupo, Cut, and his latest creation, Jai, an Asian fusion restaurant in San Diego. Home chefs can also share Mr. Puck s talents through his cookbooks, cutlery, cookware and, of course, through his appliances! Helpful Hints 9 Care & Cleaning 10 Recipes 11 Limited Warranty 14 Contact Information back cover 3

4 DL_ElectricKnife09 5/24/09 1:04 PM Page 5 Know Your Electric Knife Handle On/Off Button Safety Switch Blade eject button Power Cord Blade Guard Motor Housing Lock button 5 6

5 DL_ElectricKnife09 5/24/09 1:04 PM Page 7 Assembling Your Electric Knife Using Your Electric Knife figure 1 1 Be sure cord is not connected to electric outlet when removing or inserting blades and when knife is not in use. figure 2 2 Blades are sharp. Handle carefully. Always handle blades with hand away from cutting edge. Always store blades with cutting edge away from you. 3 If blades are separated, slide the rivet on one blade into the keyhole slot in the other blade until they are locked together. Always use both blades. Do not attempt to operate the knife with only one blade. 4 Hold the blades together at the blade guards with cutting edge down. Slide into motor unit until both blades click into place. (See figure 1) 1 Plug your electric knife into a 120 volt 60 AC only outlet. 2 To operate, first depress safety switch by grasping knife handle. Next press On/Off button with your thumb while sliding it forwards. 3 To stop, release on/off button and safety switch. 4 To rotate blade, first unplug from outlet. Then slide the lock button (located on bottom of motor housing) back firmly while grasping motor housing. Rotate handle to desired cutting angle while continuing to hold lock button. The handle will turn and lock. 5 To disassemble knife, first unplug cord from outlet. Warning: Blades are sharp. Handle carefully. Always handle blades with hand away from cutting edge. Always store blades with cutting edge away from you. Firmly press blade release button. Grasp blade guards and carefully pull until the blades release. (See figure 2) Carefully separate blades by sliding apart to disengage rivet from keyhole. 7 8

6 DL_ElectricKnife09 5/24/09 1:04 PM Page 9 Helpful Hints The universal blade set is suitable for cutting crusty foods, such as bread, and for fruits, vegetables and cooked meats. Use the frozen food blades to cut through semi-frozen foods, such as meats, cheeses, breads, and sausage. The blades are self-sharpening by friction during use. Do not attempt to manually sharpen. DO NOT use a back and forth sawing motion while using the universal blade set. Just guide the knife through the food with light pressure. DO use a back and forth sawing motion while using the frozen food blade set. When cutting meat, slice down to and around bones. Do not attempt to slice through bones. Always carve on a cutting board. As with any sharp knife, your electric knife may scratch china or metal plates. If cutting very thin slices, tilt the cutting edge slightly in toward the food. Care & Cleaning Before cleaning, ensure the plug is disconnected from electrical outlet. Wash blades in hot, soapy water. Uses caution when washing the blade sets; blades are sharp. Rinse and dry thoroughly. To clean motor housing and cord, wipe with a damp cloth. dry thoroughly. CAUTION: Do not immerse the motor housing cord or plug in water or place it under running water. Do not use abrasive cleansers on any part of the knife. 9 10

7 DL_ElectricKnife09 5/24/09 1:04 PM Page 11 Banana Nut Quick Bread One great way to use your electric knife is to cut through hot, fresh bread quickly and evenly. Here are a few homemade bread recipes to get you started. INGREDIENTS 3 ripe bananas 1 cup walnuts 1/4 cup shortening 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup light brown sugar 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 1 large egg 1 teaspoon grated orange peel 1 tablespoon banana liqueur, optional METHOD 1 Preheat oven to Place nuts in a baking tray and toast for 15 minutes, then chop coarsely. 3 In a stand mixer bowl with the flat beater attached, place the bananas, nuts and shortening. Cream until smooth on medium speed. 4 Add all remaining ingredients and mix on speed 1 just until blended, about 30 seconds. 5 Spray two 8-inch bread pans with nonstick spray, (or you may use a Wolfgang Puck 2-quart saucepan). Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake for minutes or until cooked through. 6 Cool slightly. Remove from pan. Allow to cool fully before slicing. Recipe courtesy Marion Getz Makes 2 Loaves INGREDIENTS 6 cups all-purpose flour 1 package dry yeast 2 1/4 cups milk 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon shortening 2 teaspoons kosher salt melted butter White Bread METHOD 1 In a stand mixer bowl with the dough hook attached, place 2 1/2 cups of the flour and the yeast. Set to speed 1 and blend for 1 minute until well blended. 2 In a saucepan over medium heat, heat the milk, sugar, shortening and salt to The shortening should be just melted, stirring constantly. 3 Add the milk mixture to the mixer bowl. Beat on speed 1 for 30 seconds, then for 3 minutes on medium speed. 4 Turn off the mixer and add the remaining flour. Mix on low for 1 minute then on medium speed for 5 minutes. 5 Turn out onto a lightly floured board and form a ball. Dough should be smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl and cover with a clean tea towel. Let rise until doubled, about 1 1/4 hours. 6 When doubled in size, punch down and place on a lightly floured board. Cut dough in half and let rest 10 minutes more. 7 Grease two bread pans. Trucking sides of bread dough under to form a smooth log, place dough into loaf pans. Brush with melted butter and let rise again until doubled, about an hour. 8 Preheat oven to Bake for 45 minutes or until done. Remove from pans and cool on wire rack. Recipe courtesy Marion Getz 11 12

8 DL_ElectricKnife09 5/24/09 1:04 PM Page 13 Olive-French Bread Limited Warranty INGREDIENTS 5 cups plus 2 teaspoons bread flour, divided 2 cups cold water 1 1/2 packages yeast 4 ounces nicoise olives, pitted and sliced 2 teaspoons salt METHOD 1 Insert dough hook attachment into stand mixer; put 5 cups flour and water into mixer bowl. Beat on lowest speed for 4 minutes. 2 Sprinkle yeast over dough, increase speed to 2 and beat for 4 minutes longer. 3 Toss the olives with the 2 teaspoons of flour, add to the dough with the salt and mix 2 minutes longer. 4 Remove bowl from stand and cover with a clean tea towel; let rest for 15 minutes. 5 Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Lightly knead into a ball and let rest, covered, for 45 minutes. 6 Punch out the air, cut dough in half (about 21 ounces each half), and shape into two baguettes. Place the loaves on one or two baking trays and sprinkle with flour. Cover with towel and let rest for 45 minutes. 7 Preheat the oven to With a single-edge razor blade or a very sharp knife, make a slash down the center of each loaf. Carefully slide the breads onto a baking stone and bake for 10 minutes. Spray with water and continue baking until the bread is well browned, about 1 hour 10 minutes longer. 9 Cool on wire rack before slicing. This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in the mechanical and electrical parts, arising under normal usage and care, in this product for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase provided you are able to present a valid proof-of-purchase. A valid proof-of-purchase is a receipt specifying item, date purchased, and cost of item. A gift receipt with date of purchase and item is also an acceptable proof-of-purchase. Product is intended for household use only. Any commercial use voids the warranty. This warranty covers the original retail purchaser or gift recipient. During the applicable warranty period within normal household use,we will repair or replace, at our discretion, any mechanical or electrical part which proves defective, or replace unit with a comparable model. To obtain service under the terms of this warranty, call Toll Free (800) THIS LIMITED WARRANTY COVERS UNITS PURCHASED AND USED WITHIN THE UNITED STATES AND DOES NOT COVER: Damages from improper installation. Defects other than manufacturing defects. Damages from misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance, or incorrect current or voltage. Damage from service by other than an authorized dealer or service center. This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights to which you are entitled which may vary from state to state. Recipe courtesy Marion Getz 13 14