IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:
- Read all instructions.
- Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into wall outlet.
- Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or handling.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or lever.
- To protect against electrical shock, do not place any part of the toaster in water or other liquids. See instructions for cleaning.
- This appliance should not be used by or near children, or individuals with certain disabilities.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been dropped or damaged in any way, or if it is not operating properly. Return the toaster to the store or retailer where purchased for examination or repair.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may cause injury.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not place toaster on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
- Do not use this toaster for other than its intended use.
- 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.
- 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.
- Do not attempt to dislodge food when the toaster is plugged into electrical outlet.
- To avoid possibility of fire, do not leave toaster unattended during use.
- To disconnect, push the Cancel icon, then remove plug from wall.
- 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.
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.
USE AND CARE
Unwind the power cord. Check that the crumb tray and the two inner glass panels are in place and that there is nothing in the toaster slot. Plug power cord into the wall outlet.
NOTE: If the inner glass panels are not properly in place, the unit will not function.
- Insert slice(s) of bread.
Be sure that multiple slices do not overlap and that the carriage is in the up position. - Set the browning control.
Slide finger to desired shade:
Setting | Color |
1–2 | light |
3–4 | medium |
5–6 | dark |
- To begin toasting
Press the carriage lever until it locks into the down position. - To stop toasting
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 icon.
Some notes on browning:
Toasting is a combination of cooking and drying of the bread.
Therefore, differences in moisture level from one bread 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 slot.
- Before toasting bagels, slice each bagel into two equal halves.
Frozen waffles, pancakes, French toast and bagels
These items should be warmed before toasting, using the Defrost function. Select Defrost, and then your preferred browning shade. For example, when
Toaster pastries
Exercise caution with toaster pastries; the filling can become quite hot, long before the surface of the pastry becomes browned. Never leave toaster pastries unattended while toasting or warming.
Tips
- Never force foods into the toasting slot. 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 bread slices of uneven thickness.
- After use, unplug your toaster from the electrical outlet.
Single Slice Function
The Single Slice Function evenly toasts one slice of bread, side to side.
- Insert slice of bread.
- Set browning control.
- Touch the Single Slice icon. Red LED indicates feature is active.
- Press the carriage control level until it locks into position.
To Stop Cycle
When the Single Slice cycle is complete, the toaster will raise the bread. If you wish to stop the cycle before it is finished, simply touch the cancel icon to interrupt.
Bagel function
The bagel feature reduces heat on one side of the toasting slot.
This toasts the cut side of the bagel slightly more than the other side. An embossed icon () located on the top of the toaster shows you the right way to insert your bagel. (of the pair of toasting slots.)The cut side should always face away from the center
- Insert halved bagels.
- Set browning control.
- Touch the Bagel icon. Red LED indicates feature is activated.
- Press the carriage control lever until it locks into position.
To stop cycle
When the bagel cycle is complete, the toaster will raise the bread. If you wish to stop the cycle before it is finished, simply touch the Cancel icon to interrupt.
Defrost function
The Defrost icon is designed to first defrost and then toast the bread, which extends the toasting cycle slightly.
- Insert slice(s) of bread.
Be sure that the carriage is in the up position. - Set the browning control.
- Touch the Defrost icon on the touchscreen. Red LED indicates feature is activated.
- Press the carriage control lever until it locks into position.
To stop cycle
When the defrost cycle is complete, the toaster will raise the bread. If you wish to stop the cycle before it is finished, simply touch the Cancel icon to interrupt.
Reheat function
The reheat feature allows you to reheat bread without browning or toasting.
- Insert slice(s) of bread.
Be sure that the carriage is in the up position. - Touch the Reheat icon. Red LED indicates feature is activated.
- Press the carriage control lever until it locks into position.
To stop cycle
When the reheat cycle is complete, the toaster will raise the bread. If you wish to stop the cycle before it is finished, simply touch the Cancel icon to interrupt.
Sleep Mode
If not used within 5 minutes of being plugged in, the unit will go into sleep mode.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always allow the toaster to cool completely before cleaning.
- Always unplug the toaster from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
- Do not use abrasive cleansers. Simply wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
- To clean inner glass panels, turn toaster on side and press spring loaded handle and pull to release. Wipe clean or clean in the dishwasher then replace. Repeat on other side if necessary.
- 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.
- 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 slot, as this could damage the toaster and cause a safety hazard.
- Never wrap the cord around the outside of the toaster. Use the cord storage cleats on the underside of the toaster.
- Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
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