Hamilton Beach 2 Slice Toaster User Manual

Hamilton Beach 2 Slice Toaster

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire:

• Do not operate while unattended.
• Do not use it with food that has been spread with butter, jelly, frosting, etc.
• Do not use rice cakes, fried foods, frozen prepared foods, or nonbread items.
• Do not use it with toaster pastries. Always cook toaster pastries in a toaster oven.
• Do not cover or use near curtains, walls, cabinets, paper or plastic products, cloth towels, etc.
• Closely supervise when used by or near children.
• Do not operate a toaster in an enclosed space, such as an appliance cabinet, caddy, garage, or other storage area.
• To reduce the risk of fire, clean crumb trays regularly.
• Always unplug the toaster when not in use. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Do not operate the toaster while unattended.
5. Do not attempt to dislodge food when the toaster is plugged in.
6. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or toaster in water or other liquid.
7. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, or moving toaster.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
9. Do not heat toaster pastries (such as Pop-Tarts®) in the toaster— use a toaster oven. If you must use a toaster, always set it to the best toast color setting. Never heat-cracked, broken, or warped pastries, and never leave them unattended. Pop-Tarts® is a registered trademark of the Kellogg Co.
10. Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not be inserted in a toaster as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
11. To remove food that is lodged in slots, unplug and allow to cool. Turn upside down and shake. Do not insert any utensils.
12. The bread may burn. A fire may occur if the toaster is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, overhead cabinets, paper or plastic products, cloth towels, and the like, when in operation.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
14. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
15. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
16. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter or touch hot surfaces, including the stove.
17. Before unplugging the toaster, make sure the bread lifter is in the “up” position. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
18. Do not use outdoors.
19. Do not use the toaster for other than intended use.
20. This product is for household use only.
21. To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not use another high-wattage appliance on the same circuit with this appliance.
22. This product is provided with a polarized plug (one wide blade to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.
23. The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
24. Do not operate the appliance using an external timer or a separate remote-control system.

Parts and features

1. Food Slots With Guides
2. Bread Lifter – Push down the bread lifter to start the toaster. After the toast cycle ends, raise the bread lifter to remove food easily.
3. Shade Selector – Turn the dial to adjust the toast shade.
4. Cancel Button – To cancel or end a cycle, press Cancel and the cycle will stop.
5. Swing-Open Crumb Tray
6. Cord Wrap

How to toast

1. Plug the toaster into an electrical outlet.
2. Place appropriate food items in slots.
3. Select toast shade. Press down the bread lifter.
   NOTE: The bread lifter will not latch down unless the toaster is plugged in.
4. Bread will pop up automatically at the end of the cycle.

NOTE:
Toaster pastries (such as Pop-Tarts®) Do not heat in the toaster—use a toaster oven. If you must use a toaster, ALWAYS set it to the lowest shade setting; NEVER heat cracked, broken, or warped pastries; and NEVER leave them unattended.

Cleaning

NOTE: If the toaster is used daily, the crumb tray should be cleaned weekly.

1. Unplug the toaster and let it cool.
2. Place the toaster on its side. Open the crumb tray and wipe it off with a clean cloth; then close it.
3. Wipe the outside of the toaster with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers that may scratch the surface of the toaster.

Limited warranty

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is instead of any other warranty or condition. This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for five (5) years from the date of original purchase in Canada and one (1) year from the date of original purchase in the U.S. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you.

If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace it with a similar one of equal or greater value. This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim.

This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz). We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price.

Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.

To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Please call 1.800.851.8900 in the U.S. or 1.800.267.2826 in Canada or visit hamiltonbeach.com in the U.S. or hamiltonbeach.ca in Canada. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

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