KitchenAid 5KMT3115 Toasters Owner’s Manual

: June 15, 2024
: KitchenAid

Table of Contents

KitchenAid 5KMT3115 Toasters
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
PRODUCT SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PRODUCT USAGE
CARE AND CLEANING
TERMS OF KITCHENAID GUARANTEE (“GUARANTEE”)
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

KitchenAid 5KMT3115 Toasters

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Product Information

Specifications

Models: 5KMT3115, 5KMT5115
Available languages: English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek, Finnish, Danish, Icelandic, Polish, Turkish, Ukrainian, Arabic
Owner’s Manual: Included
Product Safety: Compliant with safety standards

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. Please read and follow all safety messages and precautions provided in this manual and on the appliance.

Important Safeguards

Read all instructions before using the appliance to avoid personal injury.
Avoid touching hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs to operate.
Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids to prevent electrical shock.
If using in the European Union, ensure proper supervision for persons with reduced capabilities or lack of experience. Keep the appliance out of reach of children.
Children should be supervised to avoid playing with the appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when using the appliance near children.
Persons with reduced capabilities or lack of experience should receive supervision or instruction before using the appliance.
Always turn off and unplug the appliance when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning. Never pull the power cord to unplug.
Never leave the appliance unattended while it is in operation.
Avoid letting the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter.
Do not operate the appliance unattended.
Avoid letting the cord come into contact with hot surfaces, including the stove.
The appliance’s accessible surfaces may become hot during operation.
Do not use external timers or remote-control systems to operate the appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified technician to avoid hazards.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: Can this toaster be used by children?
A: In the European Union, this appliance should not be used by children. Keep it and its cord out of reach of children.
Q: Can I leave the toaster unattended while in operation?
A: No, it is recommended not to leave the appliance unattended while it is in operation.
Q: What should I do if the supply cord is damaged?
A: If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified technician to ensure safety.

PRODUCT SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:
- You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
- You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions. Misuse of appliance may result in personal injury.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
The appliance must not be immersed. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs or appliance in water or other liquid.
European Union Only: Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
European Union Only: This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
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 have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Turn the appliance off, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
Never leave the appliance unattended while it is in operation.
Do not let the cord hang over edge of table or counter.
Do not operate unattended.
Do not let the cord contact hot surfaces, including the stove.
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
Appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by KitchenAid, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest Authorised Service Facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
Do not use the appliance outdoors.
Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to off, then remove plug from wall outlet.
If the heating symbol is marked on appliance, it’s meaning must be explained.
The use of accessories/attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
Do not place on or near a hot gas, electric burner or in a heated oven.
Do not use appliance for other than 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 with or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls and the like when in operation.
Do not attempt to dislodge food when the Toaster is plugged in.
When heating toaster pastries, always use the lightest Toast Colour Setting.
The bread may burn, therefore do not use the Toaster near or below combustible material, such as curtains.
Allow the appliance to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
Refer to the “Care and Cleaning” section for instructions on cleaning the surfaces in contact with food.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
- farmhouses;
- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
WARNING: To prevent electric shock, unplug before servicing.

CAUTION: Surface may get hot during use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For complete details on product information, instructions and videos, including Guarantee information,
visit www.KitchenAid.co.uk or www.KitchenAid.eu.
This may save you the cost of a service call. To receive a free printed copy of the information online,
- call 00 800 381 040 26.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into an earthed outlet.
Do not remove earth prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Voltage: 220-240 V
Frequency: 50-60 Hz
Power: 5KMT3115 900 W and 5KMT5115 1500 W
NOTE: If the Plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the Plug in any way.
Do not use an extension cord. If the Power Supply Cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or technician install an outlet near the appliance.
A short Power Supply Cord (or detachable Power Supply Cord) should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

PRODUCT USAGE

FUNCTION BUTTONS

BAGEL
Toasts the inside of a cut bagel without burning the bagel’s outside surface.
DEFROST
Defrosts and toasts frozen food.
A LITTLE LONGER
Allows you to toast something for just “A little longer”.
REHEAT
Quickly reheats previously toasted food.
CANCEL
Cancels the toasting cycle and raises your bread for removal.

GETTING STARTED

Before using your Toaster for the first time, check the Extra-Wide Slots and remove any packing or printed material that might have fallen inside during shipping or handling.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the Toaster, do not probe inside the Toaster Slots with any metal objects, including utensils.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into an earthed outlet.
Do not remove earth prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Tuck the Power Cord into the Channel of the Cord Guide on the bottom of the Toaster so that it exits from the rear of the Toaster beneath the Crumb Tray.
Plug into an earthed outlet.
NOTE: You may see light smoke the first time you use the Toaster. This is normal. The smoke is harmless and will soon dissipate.

TOASTING

Insert bread or other food to be toasted into the Slots.
TIP: For even toasting, toast only one bread type and thickness at a time. If toasting bagels, be sure to press the Bagel Button ( ). See “Toasting Bagels”.
NOTE: The age, type, and moisture level of different breads may require different Shade Settings. For example, dry bread will brown more rapidly than moist bread and will require a lighter Setting.
Select your desired Shade by raising the Shade Control Lever for darker toasting or lowering the Lever for lighter toasting.
Press down on the High Lift Lever to start the Toasting Cycle. The toast will pop up automatically at the end of the Cycle and the Toaster will turn off.
NOTE: If using a Function Button, you must lower the High Lift Lever first before selecting the function. The LED-Light next to the Function will be lit while the function is in use.
To cancel toasting at any time, press (Cancel). The toast will pop up and the Toaster will turn off.
TIP: For smaller items, lift up on the High Lift Lever to raise toast above the top of the Toaster.

TOASTING BAGELS
Your Toaster features a special Setting for Bagels, ensuring optimal heating time for the best results. The Heating Elements will adjust to nicely toast the inside of a cut bagel without burning the outside surface.

Insert bagels as indicated by the Bagel Icon on top of the Toaster.
With the Shade Control Lever set to your desired Shade, press down on the High Lift Lever to start the Toasting Cycle.
Press the Bagel Indicator Light will glow. The bagels will pop up automatically at the end of the Cycle and the Toaster will turn off.
TIP: The Bagel Function can be used at the same time as the Defrost Function.

DEFROST
The Defrost Function adds extra time to the Toasting Cycle to defrost frozen items before toasting them.

Insert bread or other food to be toasted into the Slots.
With the Shade Control Lever set to your desired Shade, press down on the High Lift Lever to start the Toasting Cycle.
Press the Defrost Indicator Light will glow. The toast will pop up automatically at the end of the Cycle and the Toaster will turn off.

A LITTLE LONGER
This Function allows you to toast something for just “A little longer” at the touch of a button without changing your favorite setting. Use this Function after the Toasting Cycle is complete and the toast has risen.

Press down on the High Lift Lever to lower the toast again into the Toaster to resume toasting.
Press The toast will pop up automatically at the end of the Cycle and the Toaster will turn off.

REHEAT
This Function allows you to quickly reheat previously toasted foods.

Insert the previously toasted food into the Slots.
NOTE: Do not place food with butter or any other topping in the Toaster. Use the Reheat Function with dry foods only.
Press down on the High Lift Lever to start the Toasting Cycle.
Press The toast will pop up automatically at the end of the Cycle and the Toaster will turn off, or you may press at any time to cancel the Function.
NOTE: No shade adjustment is necessary — the Reheat Function overrides whatever shade level you have set.

CARE AND CLEANING

CLEANING THE TOASTER

IMPORTANT: The Crumb Tray will be hot immediately following a Toasting Cycle. Allow the Toaster to cool before emptying the Crumb Tray.
IMPORTANT: Allow the appliance to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
NOTE: For consistent browning results, empty the Crumb Tray after each use.

Unplug the Toaster and let it cool before cleaning.
Wipe the Toaster with a soft, damp cotton cloth. Do not use paper towels, abrasive cleansers, or liquid cleaning products. Do not immerse the Toaster in water.
NOTE: If grease or oil splatters on the Toaster, wipe splatters away immediately using a clean, damp cotton cloth.
Press the “push icon” located in the centre of the Crumb Tray.
Once the Crumb Tray has opened slightly, slide it out of the Toaster and shake the crumbs into a waste container.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to open the Crumb Tray by pressing the “push icon” located in the centre. Forcing the Crumb Tray open may damage the Crumb Tray.
The Crumb Tray should be hand washed only.
Replace Crumb Tray by sliding it back into its Slot, and pressing in on the centre of the Crumb Tray until it clicks into place.
NOTE: Do not use the Toaster without the Crumb Tray installed.
NOTE: KitchenAid does not recommend the use of a Toaster cover.

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT WASTE DISPOSAL

DISPOSAL OF PACKING MATERIAL
The packing material is recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol . The various parts of the packing must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.

RECYCLING THE PRODUCT

– This appliance is marked in compliance with law in the EU and UK covering, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

FOR UNITED KINGDOM
- This appliance has been designed, constructed and distributed in compliance with the safety requirements of UK Legislation: Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016, Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016. The Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products and Energy Information (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012.
FOR EUROPEAN UNION
- This appliance has been designed, constructed, and distributed in compliance with the safety requirements of EC Directives: Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU, Eco-design Directive 2009/125/EC, RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and following amendments.

TERMS OF KITCHENAID GUARANTEE (“GUARANTEE”)

Covering U.K. – Ireland – South Africa – UAE
KitchenAid Europa, Inc., Nijverheidslaan 3, Box 5, 1853 Strombeek-Bever, Belgium (“Guarantor”) grants the end-customer, who is a consumer, a Guarantee pursuant to the following terms.
FOR U.K.:
The Guarantee applies in addition to and does not limit or affect the statutory warranty rights of the end-customer against the seller of the product. In summary, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 says products must be as described, fit for purpose and of satisfactory quality. During the expected lifespan of your product your legal rights entitle you to the following:
- Up to 30 days : if your product is faulty, then you can get an immediate refund.
- Up to six months : if your product can’t be repaired or replaced, then you’re entitled to a full refund, in most cases.
- Up to six years: if your product does not last a reasonable length of time you may be entitled to some money back.
These rights are subject to certain exceptions. For detailed information please visit the Citizens Advice website
www.adviceguide.org.uk or call 03454 04 05

FOR IRELAND:
The Guarantee applies in addition to and does not limit or affect the statutory warranty rights of the end-customer against the seller of the product under the European Communities (Certain Aspects of the Sale of Consumer Goods and Associated Guarantees Regulations 2003 (S.I. No. 11/2003)) and other enactments governing the sale of consumer goods.

FOR SOUTH AFRICA:
The Guarantee applies in addition to and does not limit or affect the statutory warranty rights of the end-customer against the seller of the product. In summary, the Consumer Protection Act, 2008 says that products must be:

reasonably suitable for the purpose for which they are intended;
in good working order, of good quality and free of any defects;
useable and durable for a reasonable period of time, having regard to the use to which they would normally be put and to all the surrounding circumstances; and
in compliance with any applicable standards or any other public regulations.

During the expected lifespan of your product and where the products are not purchased online, your legal rights will entitle you to the following:

You will be entitled to a full refund, if you did not have the opportunity to examine the product before delivery and if you rejected delivery of the product on the basis that the type and quality of the product was not as reasonably expected or did not reasonably conform to the material specifications.
Within 5 business days after delivery: you may rescind your purchase and request a refund, if your purchase resulted from direct marketing.
Within 10 business days after delivery: you will be entitled to a full refund, if it is found that the product was unsuitable for a particular purpose specifically communicated to you by the Guarantor.
Within 15 business days after delivery: you will be entitled to a refund if: (i) the product was not delivered to you; or (ii) if you returned the product to the Guarantor.
Within 6 months after delivery: you will be entitled to a refund or a replacement product, if the product is defective or fails to operate in terms of its specifications.

Where you have purchased a product online your legal rights will be governed by the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act, 2002 and you will be entitled to the following:

Within 7 days after conclusion of the transaction or after delivery: you may cancel your purchase without reason and without penalty.
Within 30 days of the date of cancellation of the transaction: you will be entitled to receive a refund, if you have already made payment.
You will only be liable for the direct costs of returning the product to the Guarantor.

FOR UAE:
The Guarantee applies in addition to and does not limit or affect the statutory warranty rights of the end-customer against the seller of the product.

SCOPE AND TERMS OF THE GUARANTEE

The Guarantor grants the Guarantee for the products mentioned under Section 1. which a consumer has purchased from a seller or a company of the KitchenAid-Group within the following countries: U.K., Ireland, or South Africa, or the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The Guarantee period depends on the purchased product and is as follows:
Two Year full guarantee from date of purchase.
The Guarantee period commences on the date of purchase, i.e. the date on which a consumer purchased the product from a dealer or a company of the KitchenAid-Group.
The Guarantee covers the defect-free nature of the product.
e) The Guarantor shall provide the consumer with the following services under this Guarantee, at the choice of the Guarantor, if a defect occurs during the Guarantee period:
- Repair of the defective product or product part, or
- Replacement of the defective product or product part. If a product is no longer available, the Guarantor is entitled to exchange the product for a product of equal or higher value.
If the consumer wishes to make a claim under the Guarantee, the consumer has to contact the country specific KitchenAid service centres or the Guarantor directly at KitchenAid
- Europa, Inc. Nijverheidslaan 3, Box 5, 1853 Strombeek-Bever, Belgium;
- Email-Address U.K.: CONSUMERCARE.UK@kitchenaid.eu
- Email-Address IRELAND: CONSUMERCARE.IE@kitchenaid.eu
- Toll Free Number U.K. & IRELAND: 00 800 381 040 26
FOR SOUTH-AFRICA:
- Our local KitchenAid Distributor:
- KitchenAid Africa
- PO Box 52102
- V&A Waterfront
- Cape Town
- 8002
Contact our distributor:
- Telephone: +27 21 555 0700
- You can contact our Customer Service Centre for Small Domestic Appliances from 8.30 am to 1.00 pm and from 1.30 pm to 5.00 pm or write to us at the following address:
- hello@kitchenaidafrica.com
FOR UAE:
- AL GHANDI ELECTRONICS.
- POST BOX NO. 9098,
- DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
- Toll free number: +971 4 2570007
The costs of repair, including spare parts, and any postage costs (if applicable) for the delivery of a defect-free product or product part shall be borne by the Guarantor. The Guarantor
shall also bear the postage costs for returning the defective product or product part if the Guarantor or the country specific KitchenAid customer service centre requested the return of
the defective product or product part. However, the consumer shall bear the costs of appropriate packaging for the return of the defective product or product part.
To be able to make a claim under the Guarantee, the consumer must present the receipt or invoice of the purchase of the product.

LIMITATIONS OF THE GUARANTEE

The Guarantee applies only to products used for private purposes and not for professional or commercial purposes.
The Guarantee does not apply in the case of normal wear and tear, improper or abusive use, failure to follow the instructions for use, use of the product at the wrong electrical voltage, installation and operation in violation of the applicable electrical regulations, and use of force (e.g. blows).
The Guarantee does not apply if the product has been modified or converted, e.g. conversions from 120 V products to
220- 240 V products.
The provision of Guarantee services does not extend the Guarantee period, nor does it initiate the commencement of a new Guarantee period. The Guarantee period for installed spare parts ends with the Guarantee period for the entire product.
FOR SOUTH-AFRICA & UAE ONLY:
- Further or other claims, in particular claims for damages, are excluded unless liability is mandatory by law.
- After expiry of the Guarantee period or for products for which the Guarantee does not apply, the KitchenAid customer service centres are still available to the end-customer for questions and information.
Further information is also available on our website:
- For U.K. & Ireland www.kitchenaid.eu
- For South-Africa : www.kitchenaidafrica.com
- For UAE: www.KitchenAid-MEA.com