Cuisinart CPT-T40 - Touchscreen 4-Slice Toaster Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or handling.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or lever.
4. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plug or place any part of the toaster in water or other liquids. See instructions for cleaning.
5. This appliance should not be used by or near children, or individuals with certain disabilities. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been dropped, dropped in water or damaged in any way, or if it is not operating properly. Return the toaster to the store or retailer where purchased for examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may cause injury.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place toaster on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use this toaster for anything other than its intended use.
12. Oversize foods, metal foil packages or utensils must not be inserted in the toaster, as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
13. A fire may occur if the toaster is covered or touching flammable materials, such as curtains, draperies or walls, when in operation. Do not operate under wall cabinets.
14. Do not attempt to dislodge food when the toaster is plugged into an electrical outlet.
15. To avoid possibility of fire, do not leave toaster unattended during use.
16. To disconnect, push the Cancel button, then remove plug from wall. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
17. Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage or under a wall cabinet. When storing in an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.

SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

If a long extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
NOTICE: 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.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

1. Dual Control Panels
   Two separate control panels allow you to perfectly toast different bread types at same time.
2. 1½-inch Toasting Slots
   Wide toasting slots will accommodate a wide variety of bread types.
3. Lever with QuickView^™ Feature
   Press down the lever to begin toasting. Lift lever at any time and observe the browning shade status without interrupting the toasting cycle
4. Browning Shade Settings
   Touch a number (1–6) to select your desired browning level.
5. Bagel
   A customized setting for bagels. Bagel icon will illuminate when selected.
6. Defrost
   Defrosts then toasts frozen bread. Defrost icon will illuminate when selected.
7. Single Slice
   Evenly toasts from side to side. Single slice icon will illuminate when selected.
8. +30 Secs
   Can be used to toast for 30 seconds or to extend an originally selected browning shade setting for an additional 30 seconds.
9. Cancel
   Stops the toasting process and automatically lifts the bread.
10. Power
    Press to turn touchscreen
11. Slide-Out Crumb Tray (not shown)
    A removable tray located on back of toaster that collects
12. Cord Storage (not shown)
    Wraps the excess cord to keep controls on or off. countertop neat.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Unwind the power cord. Check that the crumb tray is in place and that there is nothing in the toaster slots. Plug power cord into the wall outlet.

REVEAL SCREEN TECHNOLOGY

The control panels becomes invisible when unit is in idle mode – making this a statement piece in your kitchen. To select your options, simply touch the icon to wake up your screens and choose how you want

1. Idle mode
   
2. Wake mode
   Once has been pressed. Default or last used functions will be fully lit (indicating they are selected).
   

Idle Mode:

• After 5 minutes with no operation, control panels will turn off, leaving only the Power icon.
• The toaster can be manually put into idle mode by pressing the Power control; all icons except Power will turn off.

GENERAL OPERATION

1. Insert slice(s) of bread
   Be sure that the lever is in the up position.
2. Select desired bread options
   BAGEL, DEFROST, and/or SINGLE.
3. Set the browning level
   Touch desired shade setting number 1–6. Shade range is as follows:

   SETTING	COLOR
   1–2	light
   3–4	medium
   5–6	dark

NOTE: Use controls and carriage lever on the left to toast items in the two left slots. Use controls and carriage lever on the right to toast items in the two right slots.

4. To begin toasting
   Press the carriage lever until it locks in the down position and toasting will begin.
5. To stop cycle
   When the toasting cycle is finished, the toast will be raised. If you wish to stop the cycle before it is finished, simply touch the Cancel or Power button.
6. After use, unplug the toaster from the electrical outlet.

FUNCTIONS

QuickView™
The QuickView™ feature allows you to check on the toasting progress without interrupting the cycle. Simply lift the high-lift lever to temporarily raise and view your bread, and then release lever to automatically lower and continue toasting.

Bagel
The Bagel function is designed to toast bagels to perfection by reducing heat on one side of the toasting slot. This toasts the cut side of the bagel slightly more than the other side. Bagel icon will be fully lit when selected and semi-lit when not selected.

A directional icon located on the top of the toaster shows you the correct way to insert your bagel. (The cut side should always face away from the center of the pair of toasting slots.)

Defrost
The Defrost function is longer cycle designed to first defrost and then toast the bread to the desired browning shade. Defrost icon will be fully lit when selected and semi-lit when not selected.

Single Slice
The Single Slice function evenly toasts both sides of one slice of bread. The Single icon will be fully lit when selected and semi-lit when not selected.

NOTE: While heating elements for both slots will turn on, they are configured for best results with one slice at a time with this function.

An icon located on the top of the toaster shows you where to place bread when toasting only one slice. Set the shade to a lighter setting than you normally would.

+30 Seconds
The +30 Secs function allows you to extend the toasting time by 30 seconds.

If selected during toasting cycle:

• The +30 Secs icon will go from semi-lit to fully lit and start flashing. Current shade countdown will be paused. Upon completion of the 30-second cycle, the originally selected browning shade cycle will resume.

If selected after toasting cycle has completed:

• The +30 Secs icon will illuminate and shade setting numbers will disappear. Once the lever is pushed down, the +30 Secs icon will flash until time has elapsed.

NOTE: The +30 Secs function can be used on its own with the Bagel and/or Single Slice functions.

Cancel
The Cancel function will stop the toasting process and automatically lift the bread.

Power
Power control can be used to:

• Turn on the touchscreen controls.
• Power off the toaster.

TIPS AND HINTS

Notes on Browning

Toasting is a combination of cooking and drying of the bread. Therefore, differences in moisture level from one item to another can result in varying toasting times.

• For slightly dry bread, use a lower setting than you normally would.
• For very fresh bread or whole-wheat bread, use a higher setting than normal.
• Breads with very uneven surfaces (such as English muffins) will require a higher toast setting.
• Thickly cut pieces of bread will take longer to toast, sometimes significantly longer, since more moisture must be evaporated from the bread before toasting can occur. Very thick pieces may require two cycles.
• When toasting raisin or other fruit breads, remove any loose raisins, etc., from the surface of the bread before placing into the toaster. This will help prevent fruit pieces from falling into the toaster or sticking on the guide wires in the slots.
• Before toasting bagels, slice each into two equal halves.

Frozen Bread, Waffles, Pancakes, French Toast and Bagels

Use the Defrost function to defrost and then toast these items. Simply insert the frozen item, select desired function, select Defrost, select desired browning setting (1–6) and then press down the lever to start.

Toaster Pastries

Exercise caution with toaster pastries; the filling can become quite hot long before the surface of the pastry becomes browned. Start by using the lightest setting. Never leave toaster pastries unattended while toasting or warming.

For Best Results

• Never force foods into the toasting slots. Foods should fit freely between the guide wires.
• Do not place buttered breads in the toaster, as this could create a fire hazard.
• Uneven toasting is usually due to inserting slices of uneven thickness.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Always allow the toaster to cool completely before cleaning.

1. Always unplug the toaster from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
2. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Simply wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
3. To remove crumbs, slide out the crumb tray and discard crumbs. Wipe clean and replace. Never operate the toaster without the crumb tray in place.
4. To remove any pieces of bread remaining in the toaster, turn the toaster upside down and gently shake. Never insert any hard or sharp instruments into the slots, as this could damage the toaster and cause a safety hazard.
5. Never wrap the cord around the outside of the toaster. Use the cord storage cleats on the underside of the toaster.
6. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.