Goodmans 371982 4 Slice Toaster Instruction Manual

Goodmans 371982 4 Slice Toaster

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Your 4 Slice Toaster

In The Box
Carefully remove your 4 slice toaster from the box.

• 4 Slice Toaster
• Instruction Manual

If any of these items are missing contact Customer Support at goodmans@bmstores.co.uk

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

• When using electrical appliance basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and 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 if they understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
• The door or the outer surface may get hot when the appliance is operating.
• Bread may burn. Don’t use the appliance near or below combustible materials (e.g. curtains).
• Disconnect the product from the main supply before cleaning.
• Do not use any liquids or aerosol cleaners, as this may damage the product. Use a soft, dust-free cloth.
• For detailed information about cleaning/user maintenance, please refer to the “CARE & MAINTENANCE” and “STORAGE” sections.
• Ensure that you read all of the safety instructions before using this product.
• This product has been designed and manufactured to meet European safety standards, but like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
• Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the product.
• Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made in accordance with the instructions.
• Switch off and remove the mains plug or mains adapter when making or changing any connections.
• Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your product.
• Don’t remove any fixed covers as this may expose you to dangerous voltages.
• Don’t continue to operate the product if you are ever in doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way. Switch it off, withdraw the plug from the mains and consult your dealer.
• There are no user serviceable parts in the product. When servicing, refer to qualified service personnel.
• Don’t leave the product switched on when it is unattended for long periods of time, unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has standby mode.
• Don’t obstruct the ventilation vents on the product, for example with curtains or soft furnishings, as this may cause overheating.
• Do not place the product in closed bookcases or racks without proper ventilation.
• Do not use the product in humid or damp conditions or allow it to be exposed to rain or moisture.
• Store the product in a clean, dry environment.
• The product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on it.
• Position the power cable and other connected cables so that they are not likely to be walked on, pinched or where items can be placed on or against them.
• Never allow children to insert foreign objects into holes or slots on the product.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the product.
• Contact local authorities for means of disposal.
• Make sure that other people in your household are conversant with operation of the product.
• Do not immerse the appliance or cord in water.
• Always use the appliance in an upright position on a dry, level surface.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Always unplug from the socket when not in use and before cleaning.
• Do not operate the appliance if it’s damaged or malfunctions.
• Route the cable so it doesn’t overhang and can’t be tripped over or caught.
• Do not let the cord touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place this appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, in or where it could touch a heated oven, or a microwave oven.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
  • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  • arm houses;
  • by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
  • bed and breakfast type environments.
• Do not use this appliance with any foodstuff product containing sugar content or with products containing jam or preserves.
• When toasting a single slice, the bread may be placed in any toasting slot.
• Do not change the variable browning control during the toasting. First press the cancel button then turn the variable browning control to adjust the level.
• Do not insert a fork or other utensil into the appliance in order to remove bread as this may damage the appliance and there is a high risk of electric shock.
• Should toast remain blocked in the appliance, remove the plug from the power outlet, wait for it to cool down then turn the appliance over and shake it gently.
• Never use the appliance unsupervised. Switch off the appliance whenever you are not using it, even if this is only for a moment.
• Ensure the room is well ventilated.
• Do not cover the appliance or put anything on the top of the toasting slot.
• Do not use harsh abrasives, caustic cleaners or oven cleaners when cleaning this appliance.
• Clean the crumb tray regularly as crumbs can smoke or burn.
• Do not store the appliance until it has fully cooled down.

Description Of Parts

1. Operating lever
2. Cancel button
3. Reheat button
4. Defrost button
5. Variable browning control
6. Removable crumb tray (under the base)

Before First Use

• Remove all packaging materials including those that may be inside the toasting slots.
• Unwrap the power cord from the cord storage area underneath the toaster and plug it into a suitable power outlet.
• Turn the variable browning control to 7 which is the highest setting.
• Lower the operating lever until it locks in place. Operate the toaster empty once or twice to burn off any manufacturing residue. You may notice a small amount of smoke; this is normal and will stop as the heating elements continue to heat. Repeat this step until all smoke and odour are gone.

Using your Toaster

• Plug the toaster into a suitable power outlet.
• Turn the variable browning control to the required setting (1 – light, 7 – dark).
• Place bread into toasting slots. The automatic center guide will hold food upright for uniform side-to-side toasting.
• Press the operating lever down fully. This won’t lockdown unless the toaster is connected to the electricity supply. Toasting will begin.
• When the bread reaches the selected browning level, it will pop up automatically.
• To stop toasting at any time, press the cancel button.
• To toast frozen bread, lower the operating lever down until it locks then press the defrost button.
• To reheat toast, lower the operating lever down until it locks then press the reheat button.
• Carefully remove bread from the toasting slot(s) as the bread and top of the toaster will be hot.
• Unplug from the power outlet when not in use.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Before cleaning, switch off the toaster, unplug from the power outlet and allow it to cool completely.

• Clean the exterior surface of the toaster with a damp cloth and then polish with a soft dry cloth. Do not use steel wool pads or harsh/abrasive cleaners.
• Slide the crumb tray out at bottom of the toaster. Dispose the crumbs and wash the tray in hot, soapy water. Always dry thoroughly before placing it back into the toaster.

Electrical information

(Fixed Mains Plug Only)
The mains lead supplied with this product is fitted with a BS1363/A plug. If it is not suitable for your supply sockets it must be replaced with an appropriate plug.
If the plug becomes damaged and/or needs to be replaced please follow the wiring instructions on the next page. The plug removed must be disposed of immediately. It must not be plugged into a supply socket as this will be an electrical hazard.
If the fuse needs to be replaced it must be of the same rating and ASTA approved to BS1362. If the plug is changed, a fuse of the appropriate rating must be fitted in the plug, adapter or at the distribution board. If the fuse in a molded plug is replaced, the fuse cover must be refitted before the appliance can be used.

Wiring Instructions
The supply cable will be either 2-core or 3-core. Follow the appropriate wiring instructions shown. In both cases ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the cable clamp.

Electrical Information (Power adapters only)
Never open the power adapter, you risk getting an electric shock.
Only use the power adapter that is supplied with your product.
You must always connect the power adapter to the product before connecting to the mains power supply.
The power adapter must be used indoors only, and must not be subjected to damp conditions.
The power adapter does not have any user-serviceable parts.

Guarantee

This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase.
If any defect should occur due to faulty materials or workmanship, contact: goodmans@bmstores.co.uk
You will need to have your receipt of purchase to hand.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:

• It is only valid within the boundaries of the country of purchase.
• The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in the User Manual.
• The product must be used solely for domestic purposes.
• The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is re-sold or has been damaged by inexpert repair.
• The manufacturer disclaims any liability for incidental or consequential damages.
• The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish, your statutory or legal rights.

Technical Specification

• Model Number 371982
• Power Supply 220-240V 50-60Hz
• Power 1350 – 1600W

This appliance complies with the below listed EU Directives

• 2014/30/ EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
• 2014/35/ EU Low Voltage Directive
• 2011/65/ EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances
• 1935/2004/EC Materials & Articles in Contact with Food

The complete declaration of conformity is available upon request for relevant inquiries

Information on Waste Disposal for Consumers of Electrical & Electronic Equipment This mark on a product and/or accompanying documents indicates that when it is to be disposed of, it must be treated as waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE). Any WEEE marked waste products must not be mixed with general household waste, but kept separate for the treatment, recovery, and recycling of the materials used. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling; please take all WEEE marked waste to your Local Authority Civic waste site, where it will be accepted free of charge. If all consumers dispose of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment correctly, they will be helping to save valuable resources and preventing any potential negative effects upon human health and the environment, of any hazardous materials that the waste may contain.

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