Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

Spray plates, turn knob down to lowest setting, close lid, THEN plug unit in. Takes 5 min to preheat. Be warned, green "ready" light is dim, but the "beep" is more than loud enough. Despite that, 8 mins on max temp "5" produced PERFECTION on its maiden voyage using Krusteaz Belgian. That said, a few hints.... 1) quick shot of nonstick spray to the plates only once at the beginning of each session, not for each load of waffles 2) you must CLICK the lid fully down after loading 3) DO NOT "check" on them, 8 min on 5, no peeking 4) reload, enjoy My very first bake was AWESOMENESS, so ★★★★★ for now if no issues arise.