instructions and guarantee Read the instructions and keep them safe. Pass them on if you pass the toaster on. Remove all packaging, but keep it till you're satisfied that the toaster is working. important safeguards Follow basic safety precautions, including: 1 The toaster must only be used by or under the supervision of a responsible adult. 2 Don't put the toaster in liquid, don't use it in a bathroom, near water, or outdoors. 3 Sit the toaster upright on a firm, level, heat-resistant surface. 4 Don't put it on or near anything that could be damaged even by moderate heat. 5 Bread may burn. Don't use the toaster near or below curtains or other combustible materials and watch it while it's hot. 6 The area round the toasting slot gets very hot ­ don't touch! 7 Route the cable so it doesn't overhang, and can't be tripped over or caught. 8 This toaster must not be operated by an external timer or remote control system. 9 Don't cover the toaster or put anything on top of it. 10 If bread gets jammed, unplug the toaster, let it cool, and carefully remove the bread. Don't use anything sharp, you'll damage the elements. 11 Don't toast "buttered" items, they may catch fire. 12 Don't use torn, curled, or misshapen bread, you may jam the toaster. 13 Unplug the toaster when not in use, before moving and before cleaning. Let it cool down fully before cleaning and storing away. 14 Clean the crumbs out of your toaster frequently, to avoid a build up of crumbs. This is unhygienic and could cause a fire hazard. 15 Don't use the toaster unless the crumb tray is fitted and closed. 16 Keep the toaster and the cable away from hotplates, hobs or burners. 17 Don't use the toaster for any purpose other than those described in these instructions. 18 Don't operate the toaster if it's damaged or malfunctions. 19 If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or someone similarly qualified, in order to avoid hazard. household use only 2 before using for the first time Set the browning level to maximum (all browning level lights on), and run the toaster without bread. This may smell a bit, but it's nothing to worry about. Ensure the room is well ventilated. toasting bread 1 Sit the toaster upright on a firm, level, heat-resistant surface. 2 Don't put it on or near anything that could be damaged even by moderate heat. 3 Bread may burn. Don't use the appliance near or below curtains or other combustible materials and watch it while it's hot. 4 Put the plug into the power socket. 5 The left four browning level lights will light up. 6 Use the buttons at either end of the browning level lights to lighten % or darken > the toast. The browning level lights will come on/go off to indicate the level chosen. The more lights showing, the darker the toast. 7 Put bread into the toasting slots (maximum thickness 28mm/18"). 8 Press the bread carriage handle down fully. , It won't lock down unless the toaster is connected to the electricity supply. 9 The $ light will come on, and the elements will heat up. 10 When it's done, the toast will pop up and the elements will turn off. 11 To stop toasting, press the $ button. The toast will pop up, and the elements will turn off. eject $ extra lift 12 After toasting small items (bagels, crumpets, etc.) the bread carriage handle may be raised further, to allow them to be removed more easily. 13 This feature takes the guesswork out of toasting frozen bread. 14 Leave the browning control at your favoured setting, insert the frozen bread, lower the bread carriage handle, then press the f button. The f light will come on, and the toasting time will be altered automatically to give the same degree of browning you get with unfrozen bread. frozen bread f caution don't try to defrost bread ­ you'll probably wreck the toaster a) toasting frozen bread changes ice to steam, which escapes via the toasting slots b) defrosting bread on a low setting changes ice to water, which drips into the toaster, over the electronics and maybe the elements, causing mayhem reheating toast 15 Use the lowest setting. Only reheat plain, "unbuttered" toast. hints and tips 16 If toasting more than one slice, use slices of similar size, thickness and freshness. 17 Old (yesterday's) bread contains less moisture, so makes crisper toast 18 Old or thin bread cooks faster than fresh or thick bread. Use a lower setting 19 Sweet bread products (tea cakes, fruit loaf, etc.) brown much more quickly than ordinary bread, so should be toasted on a lighter setting crumbs 20 Clean the crumbs out of your toaster frequently, to avoid a build up of crumbs. This is unhygienic and could cause a fire hazard. 21 Unplug the toaster and let it cool down. Remove and empty the crumb tray. Wipe with a damp cloth, dry, then replace it in the toaster. 22 Don't use the toaster unless the crumb tray is fitted and closed. 3 care and maintenance 23 Unplug the appliance when not in use, before moving and before cleaning. Let it cool down fully before cleaning and storing away. 24 Wipe outer surfaces with a damp cloth. If necessary, use a little washing-up liquid. 25 Don't let anything enter the slot, you might damage the elements. 26 Don't put the appliance in water or any other liquid. 27 Don't use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. connection The product must be earthed. It has a 13A BS1362 fuse in a 13A BS1363 plug. To replace the plug, fit the green/ yellow wire to E or E, the blue wire to N, and the brown wire to L. Fit the cord grip. If in doubt, call an electrician. Don't use a non-rewireable/moulded plug unless the fuse cover is in place. If you remove the plug, dispose of it. service The product isn't user-serviceable. If it's not working, read the instructions, check the plug fuse and main fuse/circuit breaker. If it's still not working, consult your retailer. If that doesn't solve the problem: Pack carefully, with a note of your name, address, day phone number, and what's wrong. If under guarantee, say where and when purchased, and include proof of purchase (till receipt). Send it to Customer Returns (address below right). Customer Service Customer Returns (correspondence only) Salton Europe Ltd Salton Europe Ltd Heath Mill Road Failsworth Wombourne Manchester Wolverhampton M35 0HS WV5 8AQ Customer Service (service@saltoneurope.com) telephone 0845 658 9700 (local rate number) guarantee Defects affecting product functionality appearing within one year of purchase will be corrected by replacement or repair provided the product is used and maintained in accordance with the instructions. Your statutory rights are not affected. Documentation, packaging, and product specifications may change without notice. online Hit www.russellhobbs.co.uk for more products. 4 439-685 ...