Nostalgia GCT2 Deluxe Grilled Cheese Sandwich Toaster
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:
- Read all instructions before operating this appliance.
- DO NOT TOUCH the hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
- This appliance is NOT A TOY.
- Unsupervised young children and cognitively challenged individuals should never operate this appliance
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- To protect against electrical shock do not immerse the cord, plug, or any part of this unit in water or other liquids.
- Unplug from the outlet when not in use, before removing parts and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off any parts, and before cleaning.
- DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or if the appliance has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest repair shop for examination, repair, or adjustment.
- The manufacturer does not recommend the use of accessory attachments other than what is provided by the manufacturer. The use of attachments may cause injuries.
- DO NOT use the appliance for other than its intended use.
- DO NOT use outdoors. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
- DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
- DO NOT let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- NEVER leave the unit unattended while in use or when plugged into an outlet.
- Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food.
- Always attach the plug to the appliance first, then plug the cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “off,” then remove the plug from a wall outlet.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Operating Safety Precautions
- Check the inside of the toaster for the presence of foreign objects before use.
- DO NOT attempt to insert any utensil or any other object while the toaster is plugged in or in operation. Doing so may lead to personal injury or electrical shock.
- Oversized foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in the toaster as a fire or risk of electrical shock may occur.
- This toaster is strictly intended for the use of regular-sized slices of bread for grilled cheese sandwiches. DO NOT attempt to cook any other food items in this unit.
Instructions for the Electrical Cord and Plug
- This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.
- A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled or tripping over a long cord.
- If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
- Extension cords can be used if care is exercised in their use.
- The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
- When using a longer cord or extension cord, make sure that the cord does not drape over a countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on or tripped over unintentionally.
- The manufacturer does not recommend using this machine in countries that do not support 120V AC even if a voltage adapter, transformer, or converter is in use.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the DELUXE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH TOASTER from Nostalgia™! Now you can make perfectly toasted, hot, and melty cheese sandwiches in just minutes! Simply place your assembled cheese sandwich in the toasting basket, adjust the dial to your doneness preference, and then toast. Who knew that making delicious cheese sandwiches was as simple as making toast?
Features include:
- Extra-wide toasting slots make two grilled cheese sandwiches at a time in just minutes
- Two removable toasting baskets hold cheese sandwiches while cooking
- Adjustable toasting dial makes it easy to perfectly melt your cheese sandwich
- Cancel, preheat, and defrost functions
- Cool touch housing and handles
- Cord wrap for tidy storage
- Removable drip tray
PARTS & ASSEMBLY
PARTS
Your DELUXE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH TOASTER comes fully assembled. Be sure all packaging materials have been removed from the unit.
CONTROL PANEL
HOW TO OPERATE
Before using your DELUXE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH TOASTER for the first time, be sure to follow the directions under CLEANING & MAINTENANCE to clean your unit. There may be a slight smell and some smoke the first time using this appliance. This is both normal and temporary.
- Place the unit on a stable surface near an electrical outlet, away from any water source. Plug the appliance into an electrical outlet.
- Butter the outside of two pieces of bread.
- Build your sandwich using your favorite grilled cheese ingredients. For recipe ideas, see the RECIPES section of this manual. When assembling your sandwich, be sure the buttered side of each piece of bread is facing outwards. PRO TIP: Visit the HELPFUL TIPS section of this manual for guidelines on building the best-grilled cheese sandwich.
- Preheat the toaster by pressing down on the Control Lever, then pressing the PREHEAT button on the Control Panel.
- When done preheating, the Control Lever will pop up. Insert your prepared sandwich into the Toasting Basket, then place the Toasting Basket into the Toasting Slot.
- Depending on your preferred level of doneness, adjust the Toasting Dial to within the MELT ZONE (levels 4 to 6) indicated on the Toasting Dial. (4 = less toasted, 6 = more toasted)
- Press down on the Control Lever to start the toasting cycle.
- After the Control Lever pops up, allow the sandwich to sit in the toaster for about 30 seconds before removing it from the toaster. This will allow the cheese to fully melt.
NOTE:
If your grilled cheese sandwich needs additional time, adjust the Toasting Dial to between 1 to 4 and press down the Control Lever.
CAUTION!
Toasted food will be hot to the touch, so handle it with care. - When done using your DELUXE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH TOASTER, unplug the unit from the electrical outlet and allow it to cool completely.
HELPFUL TIPS
BUILDING YOUR GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
- Use a soft cheese with a low melting point.
- Be sure to preheat the toaster before toasting your sandwich.
- Build your sandwich with thin slices of bread. Thick slices of bread may be too large for the Toasting Slots.
- Do not add too many ingredients to your sandwich, making it too thick may leave the center cold or the cheese unmelted. We recommend using 1-2 slices of cheese per sandwich.
- Always be sure to butter the outside of each slice of bread before toasting. This will create a deliciously crisp outside to your sandwich.
- Allow the grilled cheese to sit in the toaster for about 30 seconds after the toasting cycle has completed to allow the cheese to fully melt.
RECOMMENDED CHEESES
The best cheeses to use when making a grilled cheese sandwich are soft cheeses with a low melting point.
Recommended cheeses:
- Swiss
- Asiago
- Provolone
- Mozzarella
- Cheddar
- Gruyere
- Pepper Jack
RECOMMENDED BREADS
Due to the size of the Toasting Slots, some very thick-cut breads do not work well with this toaster. For best results, stick to the standard-cut or thin slices of bread.
Recommended breads:
- White
- Wheat
- Multigrain
- Sourdough
- English Muffin
- Pumpernickel
- Rye
- Italian
BURNING/SMOKING
If your unit is burning or smoking while toasting, press the CANCEL button to end the toasting cycle, and unplug from the electrical outlet. Remove the toasting Basket from the Toasting Slot and allow the unit to cool completely. Smoking may also be caused by excess crumbs and pieces of cheese stuck inside the machine. To prevent smoking, make sure to clean the Drip Tray after each use.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Make sure the unit is unplugged before cleaning. Allow all parts to be COOL to the touch, especially the Toasting Baskets and Drip Tray. To prolong the life of your DELUXE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH TOASTER, please follow these simple instructions for maintenance. Never place the appliance in a dishwasher.
- Do not try to remove sandwiches if they get jammed inside the Toasting Slots without first unplugging the toaster.
- Clean the outer surface of the toaster with a soft damp cloth and only when it is unplugged and completely cooled.
- Use soapy water to clean the Toasting Basket before and after use.
- Make sure the toaster is completely cooled before storing or cleaning.
- Unplug the toaster before removing the Drip Tray from the base. Crumbs or drips in the mechanism must be removed by wiping with a cloth, blowing, or gentle shaking. The Drip Tray tray must be cleaned after every use.
- Do not operate the toaster without at least one grilled cheese sandwich in place.
- Never use the toaster without the Toasting Basket and Drip Tray in place.
RECIPES
Use your DELUXE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH TOASTER for quick, easy-to-serve meals! Build your own delicious grilled cheese sandwich with your favorite ingredients or try one of the tasty recipe combinations below.
- The Classic
cheddar + white bread - The Pesto
pesto + provolone + mozzarella + white bread - Swiss-Mushroom
sauteed mushrooms & onions + swiss cheese + Thousand Island dressing + rye bread - Bacon & Tomato
crispy bacon + tomato + your favorite cheese - Roast Beef & Brie
roast beef + dijon mustard + brie + caramelized onions + sourdough bread - Spanish Olive Sandwich
grated manchego cheese + sliced green olives + white bread
RETURNS & WARRANTY
SHOULD YOUR UNIT NOT WORK OR IF DAMAGED WHEN YOU FIRST TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX, PLEASE RETURN IT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE IMMEDIATELY.
DELUXE GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH TOASTER / GCT2
Should you have any questions, please contact us via email or at the customer service number listed below between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, Central Standard Time.
Distributed by:
- Nostalgia Products LLC
- 1471 Partnership Dr.
- Green Bay, WI 54304-5685
- Customer Service
- Phone: (920) 347-9122
- Web: www.nostalgiaproducts.com
Customer Service Inquiry
To submit a Customer Service inquiry, go to www.nostalgiaproducts.com fill out the Customer Service Inquiry form, and click the Submit button. A representative will contact you as soon as possible. Product Warranty Terms Nostalgia Products LLC (the “Company”) hereby warrants that for one (1) year from the date of original purchase, this product will be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal home use, provided that the product is operated and maintained by the operating instructions. As the sole and exclusive remedy under this warranty, the Company will at its discretion either repair or replace the product found to be defective or issue a refund on the product during the warranty period.
This warranty is only available to the original retail purchaser ofthe product from the date of initial retail purchase, and is only valid with the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase date is required to obtain warranty benefits. All warranty claims must be brought to the attention of the Company within the warranty period and no later than 30 days after the failure to perform. This warranty does not cover normal wear or damage caused by shipping, mishandling, misuse, accident, alteration, improper replacement parts, or other than ordinary household use. You may be required to return the product (with shipping prepaid by you) for inspection and evaluation.
Return shipping costs are not refundable. The Company is not responsible for returns damaged or lost in transit. Unless otherwise specifically permitted by the operating instructions, this warranty applies to indoor household use only. To obtain service under this warranty, please contact the Company at the telephone number listed above or by filling out the Customer ServiceInquiry Form located at www.nostalgiaproducts.com. Warranty valid only in USA and Canada.
This warranty is instead of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, which are hereby excluded to the extent permitted by law. In no event shall the Company be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or in connection with this product or the use thereof. Some states, provinces, or jurisdictions do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the foregoing exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.
This warranty does not apply to re-manufactured merchandise.
Please read the operating instructions carefully. Failure to comply with the operating instructions will void this warranty.
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