So, you've got your batter ready and your waffle maker is heated up, what's next? Well, one of the most important things to remember is to not overfill the waffle maker. You want to leave just enough room for the batter to expand and cook evenly. Think of it like making pancakes, you don't want a big ol' mess!
Another thing to keep in mind is the temperature and timer. You want to make sure your waffles are cooking at the right temperature, not too hot or too cold. And, don't forget to set that timer, you don't want to end up with a burnt waffle, yuck!
Cuisinart WAF2U 2 in 1 Waffle and Pancake Maker Instruction Manual