Introduction
Welcome to the world of easy and delicious crepes with your new Gourmia 8" Electric Crepe Maker. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your appliance. Please read all instructions carefully before first use and retain for future reference.
Product Features
- Crepes Made Easy: One-touch automatic operation makes it effortless; just press, cook, and enjoy.
- Easy Dipping, Even Cooking: The included batter tray makes it simple to coat the surface evenly, ensuring no mess or drips.
- Durable Ceramic Coating: Premium ceramic nonstick surface heats evenly for perfect crepes, blintz, tortillas, and pancakes every time.
- Compact Size, Full Power: Compact but powerful with 800 watts of fast, even heat in an 8" size that fits great in small kitchens, dorms, or RVs.
- Effortless Cleanup & Storage: Just wipe the nonstick surface; no scrubbing needed. The 15" D x 8" W x 2.5" H design makes it easy to store.
Image: The Gourmia Crepe Maker features 800W heating, auto-temperature control, and a non-stick ceramic surface for even, edge-to-edge heat distribution.
What's in the Box
- Crepe Maker
- Dipping Plate
Image: The box contains the 8" ceramic non-stick plate crepe maker, a cool-touch handle, an on/off switch, and a batter bowl.
Safety Information
- Read all instructions before operating the appliance.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
- To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or the appliance in water or other liquid.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
- 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, or in a heated oven.
- Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
- To disconnect, turn any control to “off,” then remove plug from wall outlet.
- Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
Setup
- Unpack the crepe maker and all accessories. Remove any packaging materials.
- Wipe the non-stick cooking surface with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
- Place the crepe maker on a stable, heat-resistant surface near an electrical outlet.
- Ensure the batter dipping plate is clean and ready for use.
Operating Instructions
- Prepare your crepe batter and pour it into the included dipping plate.
- Plug the crepe maker into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The power indicator light on the handle will illuminate, indicating the unit is heating.
- Allow the crepe maker to preheat for approximately 3 minutes, or until the indicator light signals it's ready (if applicable).
- Once preheated, invert the crepe maker so the cooking surface faces downwards.
- Dip the hot cooking surface into the batter in the dipping plate for 2-3 seconds, ensuring an even, thin coating.
- Immediately flip the crepe maker back over and place it on your countertop or the included stand (if applicable) to cook.
- Cook for approximately 30-60 seconds, or until the edges begin to brown and the crepe is cooked to your desired doneness.
- Use the included spatula to gently lift and remove the crepe from the cooking surface.
- Repeat the process for additional crepes.
Image: The simple 3-step process: 1. Dip the crepe maker into batter. 2. Cook the crepe on the heated surface. 3. Enjoy your freshly made crepe.
Video: This video demonstrates the dipping and cooking process of the crepe maker, showing how to achieve perfectly thin crepes with ease.
Maintenance and Cleaning
- Always unplug the crepe maker from the electrical outlet and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
- Wipe the non-stick cooking surface with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads, as this may damage the non-stick coating.
- The batter dipping plate is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.
- Do not immerse the main unit (crepe maker with handle) in water or any other liquid.
- For storage, ensure the appliance is clean and dry. The compact design allows for easy storage in cabinets or drawers.
Image: The crepe maker is easy to clean by wiping the ceramic surface and base, and its compact footprint allows for neat storage in any cabinet.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Crepe maker not working or turning on. | Power switch is not switched on. | Press the switch until the power indicator turns on. |
| Crepes are not round, serrated, or misshapen. | Not enough batter in the batter dish, or the cooking surface is touching the bottom of the batter dish. | Pour more batter into the batter dish. |
| The crepe maker is held in the batter too short or too long. | The dipping process should take about 3 seconds. | |
| The cooking surface is too oily. | Clean the cooking surface by wiping with a damp cloth. | |
| Batter is too thick, or contains too much butter or margarine. | Add some liquid to dilute the batter. | |
| The finished crepe sticks to the cooking surface. | Batter with oil or sugar makes crepes stick to the cooking surface. | Use less sugar and use butter or margarine instead of oil. |
| Crepes are fragile. | Sugar makes crepes fragile. | Use less sugar in the batter. |
Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Special Feature | Ceramic Non Stick Coating |
| Color | Silver / Black |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Brand | Gourmia |
| Product Dimensions | 15"D x 8"W x 2.5"H |
| Wattage | 800 watts |
| Item Weight | 2 Pounds |
| Included Components | Crepe Maker, Dipping Plate |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Manufacture Year | 2025 |
| UPC | 810002866661 |
| Item Model Number | GCM1440 |
Warranty and Support
Your Gourmia product is covered under an extended warranty. For warranty claims, replacement parts, or any product-related inquiries, please contact Gourmia customer service at info@gourmia.com. Please ensure proper use of this item as outlined in the manual to maintain warranty validity.
