Black & Decker Spacemaker Optima T1000 Installation instructions

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Horizontal Toaster Optima
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Spacemaker
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Spacemaker*Optima™
Horizontal Toaster
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MODEL T1000
*Trademark of General Electric Company, U.S.A.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
■Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
■Do not operate any electric or gas heating appliance beneath this
unit. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a
heated oven.
■Do not install the horizontal toaster over a sink or basin or any
electrical or gas heating appliance.
■To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or
any part of horizontal toaster in water or other liquid.
■Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.
■Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the
horizontal toaster.
■Do not open crumb tray while horizontal toaster is in operation.
■Do not operate any horizontal toaster with a damaged cord or plug
or after it has been damaged in any manner. Return horizontal
toaster to the nearest authorized service facility for examination,
repair, or adjustment.
■The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
■Do not use outdoors.
■Do not let the cord hang over the edge of table or counter, or
touch hot surfaces.
■Plug the cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn all controls
“OFF”, then remove the plug from the wall outlet. Do not yank on
the cord.
■Do not use the horizontal toaster for other than intended use.
■Oversized foods or utensils must not be inserted in the toaster, as
they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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Horizontal Toaster Optima
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■A fire may occur if the horizontal toaster is covered or touching
flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the
like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the
horizontal toaster when in operation.
■Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the
pad and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
■Do not leave unattended while toasting.
■Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable
fumes.
■This product is intended for household use only and not for
commercial or industrial use.
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11. Glass Door
12. Metal Lip (partially hidden)
13. Door Handle
14. Pull-Down Crumb Tray
(Under Unit)
15. Toasting Rack
16. Power On Light
17. Electronic Toast Control
Knob with Pastry Setting
18. Start Button
19. Stop Button
(Cancels Toasting)
10. Vents
11. 4 Plastic Washers
12. 4 Screws
13. 2 Mounting Brackets
14. Mounting Template
15. 2 Spacer Bars
16. 4 Nuts
17. 1 Cord Hook
These items are located
in the packing materials.
Check thoroughly before
discarding.
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SAFETY NOTE: Overtoasting of thinly sliced
breads, reduced fat diet breads, and packaged
greasy toaster foods could cause them to catch on
fire. Toast thin, diet light, or greasy slices only in
lower settings of the Toast Color Control; for
packaged toaster foods, follow toasting instructions
provided by their manufacturers.
POLARIZED PLUG This horizontal toaster has a polarized plug —one
blade is wider than the other. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this plug will fit into a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into
the outlet, reverse it. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this
safety feature by modifying the plug in any way.
CHOOSING A Your Spacemaker* OptimaTM Horizontal Toaster is
MOUNTING designed to be mounted under a cabinet. DO NOT
LOCATION ATTEMPT TO OPERATE UNLESS THE UNIT IS
PROPERLY INSTALLED. It can be mounted to
wood or metal cabinets. When choosing a
mounting location:
■Keep in mind that it fits your normal work
pattern - especially the use of counter top
appliances and the possible addition of other
under-the cabinet appliances.
■Hold the Toaster in various locations while you
consider the most convenient location for
mounting in your kitchen.
■Do not install the Toaster over another cooking
or heating appliance or behind, under, or in front
of under-cabinet lighting appliances.
How to Use
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*Trademark of General Electric Company, U.S.A.

■Do not install the Toaster directly in front of an
electrical outlet, but be sure it is mounted within
reach of an electrical outlet.
■The Toaster is designed to be mounted directly
next to any other Spacemaker* OptimaTM product,
with a clearance of at least 1”between the two
products. If it is not mounted next to any other
Spacemaker* OptimaTM product, maintain at least
a 5”clearance on all sides including the back.
NOTE: If you have Flush Bottom cabinets—a flat
level surface where the cabinet doors come to the
bottom of the cabinet front—(See Illustration 1A
page 6) please take note that the Metal Lip of the
Toaster should not be placed anywhere under the
hinge area of two cabinet doors.
If you are mounting the Horizontal Toaster directly
next to another Spacemaker* OptimaTM product
that is already mounted:
1. Place the Mounting Template along the side of
the already-mounted Spacemaker* OptimaTM pro-
duct that your Horizontal Toaster will hang next to.
2. Using the Mounting Template edge as a guide,
draw a line on the underside of the cabinet.
(Figure A) This will be the line to use to mark the
edge of the Horizontal Toaster’s location.
NOTE: To help determine
mounting location, see page 24
for the lengths of all the
Spacemaker* OptimaTM products.
Figure A *Trademark of General Electric Company, U.S.A.
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INSTALLING YOUR HORIZONTAL
TOASTER
Tools you will need for
installation:
•Drill and 1/4”drill bit
•Phillips screwdriver
•Hammer/Nail to start a drill hole
•Adhesive tape
•Eye Protection Goggles
•Newspaper to cover
counter tops (optional)
First, determine if your cabinet has
a flush bottom or overhang bottom.
(See Illustration 1A & 1B). If your
cabinet has a flush bottom —flat,
level surface —follow the
mounting instructions below. If
your cabinet has an overhang —a
lip extending below the bottom of
the cabinet shelf —turn to page 9
for mounting instructions.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR CABINET WITH FLUSH
BOTTOM
1. Empty your cabinet of its
contents before starting to drill.
Clean the underside of the
cabinet to remove any grease or
other residue.
2. With the doors of the cabinet
open, place the front of the
Mounting Template even with the
front of the cabinet. (Figure B)
Tape securely in place.
3. Mark the four drill holes
through the Template onto the
cabinet bottom with a pencil and
Overhang Bottom-1B
Flush bottom-1A
Figure B
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remove the Mounting Template.
(Figure C)
4. Cover the counter top to catch
drilled wood chips.
CAUTION: Suitable eye
protection is recommended to
prevent injury from shavings
while using a drill.
5. Make a small starter hole by
hammering a nail or using a
smaller drill bit. Holding the drill
straight and vertical at the hole
marks, center and drill up
through the bottom of the
cabinet. (Figure D)
6. Insert a plastic washer on
each screw with the flat side of
the washer resting on the
cabinet bottom. Drop each screw
with the washer in place through
a drilled hole from inside the
cabinet. Repeat the procedure
with remaining screws and
washers. Thread a nut onto each
screw so that approximately 1/4”
of the screw is exposed beyond
the nut. (Figure E)
7. Slide the Mounting Bracket
above the nuts through the
U-shaped openings on the
Bracket. The Bracket will then be
resting on the nuts. (Figure F)
(See page 8).
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Figure E
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8. Press the Bracket inward
and forward toward the front
of the cabinet until it stops.
Tighten the screw/nut assem-
bly with a screwdriver until
the Bracket just touches the
bottom of the cabinet. (Figure
G) The Bracket should move
freely front to rear in the slot
to fine tune the fit of the
Toaster to the cabinet front.
Repeat Steps 7 and 8 for the
other Bracket.
9. Hold the Toaster in front of
you and push it forward into
the slots on the Mounting
Brackets until it locks into
place. The Metal Lip on the
top of the Toaster must rest
against the cabinet front. (See
Figure H) The front of the
Toaster will extend 11⁄2" beyond
the front of the cabinet.
10. Drape the Cord toward an
electrical outlet and use the
Cord Hook to hold it out of the
way. Peel the paper off the
adhesive back of the Cord
Hook. Place the Cord Hook at
the back edge of the cabinet
(on or next to the wall) over
the outlet to be used.
NOTE: For safety, NEVER USE
TACKS THROUGH OR AGAINST
THE CORD TO HOLD IT.
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MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CABINET WITH OVERHANG
If your cabinet has an overhang —
a lip extending below the bottom of
the cabinet shelf —follow these
simple mounting instructions.
1. Empty your cabinet of its contents
before starting to drill. Clean the
underside of the cabinet to remove
any grease or other residue.
2. To determine whether you need
to use Spacer Bars to mount your
Horizontal Toaster, use the
Cabinet Overhang Ruler on your
Mounting Template and measure
the cabinet overhang (See
Illustration 2). If the overhang
measures 1/4”, 3/4”,1-1/4”, or 1-
3/4”inches, you will need Spacer
Bars. Instructions for using
Spacer Bars are on page 12.
NOTE: If The Mounting Location
Has A Partition: The Mounting
Template must be cut and a piece
removed to allow for this partition.
(Figure I) Measure and cut very
carefully. Save any pieces of the
Mounting Template you remove.
3. Fold down the grey strip on the
Mounting Template at the dotted
line.
4. With the doors of the cabinet
open, position the Mounting
Template under the cabinet so
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the folded grey strip is against
the back of the cabinet overhang.
Tape the Mounting Template
securely in place. Check to be
sure the Mounting Template is
located where you plan to mount
the toaster.
NOTE: If the cabinet has an
overhang that extends more than
2 inches below the cabinet
bottom, a wooden shim (a piece
of wood that fits between the
Cabinet and the Bracket) will be
necessary. Cut a block of wood
that is: 16 1/4”x 5 1/2”. Make sure
the wood is at least as thick as
the amount of the overhang that
exceeds 2 inches. Locate and
drill holes on the shim for the
screws to pass through. (Longer
screws may be needed. See
Note after Step # 7.)
5. Mark the four drill holes
through the Template onto the
cabinet bottom with a pencil and
remove the Mounting Template.
(Figure J)
Cover the counter top to catch
drilled wood chips.
CAUTION: Suitable eye
protection is recommended to
prevent injury from shavings
while using a drill.
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6. Make a small starter hole by
hammering a nail or using a
smaller drill bit. Holding the drill
straight and vertical at the hole
marks, center and drill up
through the bottom of the
cabinet. (Figure K)
7. Insert a plastic washer on
each screw with the flat side of
the washer resting on the
cabinet bottom. Drop each
screw with the washer in place
through a drilled hole from inside
the cabinet. Repeat the proce-
dure with remaining screws and
washers. Thread a nut onto each
screw so that approximately 1/4
of the screw is exposed beyond
the nut. (Figure L)
NOTE: If it was necessary to use a wood shim
(See NOTE after Step #4), you may need to use
screws longer than those provided. To deter-
mine this, hold the shim firmly against the under-
side of the cabinet. Drop one of the screws
provided through the cabinet shelf and the shim.
Check to see that at least 1/2 inch of the screw is
visible to provide secure mounting. If it is not, you
will need #10-24 flat head machine screws. The
length of the screws should equal at least the
thickness of the cabinet floor PLUS the thickness
of the shim PLUS 1/2 inch. These screws can be
obtained at a hardware store.
Figure K
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8. If you determined you need
Spacer Bars (See Step # 2, page
9), place the Spacer Bars on top of
each Bracket so that the 2 small
tabs on the bars fit into the
notches on the Brackets. Slide the
Mounting Bracket and Spacer
Bars above the nuts through the
U-shaped openings on the
Bracket. The Bracket will then be
resting on the nuts. (Figure M)
9. Push the Spacer Bars/Bracket
up against the screws and
forward toward the front of the
cabinet. Tighten the screw/nut
assembly with a screwdriver until
the Spacer Bars/Bracket just
touches the bottom of the cabinet.
(Figure N) The Bracket should
move freely front to rear in the slot
to fine tune the fit of the Toaster to
the cabinet front. Repeat Steps 8
and 9 for the other Bracket.
10. Hold the Toaster in front of you
and push it forward into the slots
on the Mounting Brackets until it
locks into place. The Metal Lip on
the top of the Toaster should rest
against the cabinet front. (Figure
O) The front of the Toaster will
extend 11⁄2" beyond the front of the
cabinet.
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Figure N
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11. Drape the Cord toward an
electrical outlet and use the Cord
Hook to hold the Cord out of the
way. Peel the paper off the
adhesive back of the Cord Hook.
For the most attractive
appearance, place the Cord Hook
at the back edge of the cabinet
(on or next to the wall) over the
outlet to be used.
NOTE: For safety, NEVER USE
TACKS THROUGH OR AGAINST
THE CORD TO HOLD IT.
USING THE NOTE: The Horizontal Toaster must be
TOASTER mounted before using.
A NOTE ABOUT THE TOASTER: This toaster is
designed with a special setting for pastry and a
range of settings —light to dark —for toast.
1. Plug the cord into a standard electrical
outlet. This Toaster is equipped with electronic
toasting, which means consistent toasting
performance for each setting. Adjust the
Electronic Toast Control Knob to the desired
setting - Light to Dark or Pastry.
2. For first use, set the Toast Control at Medium.
Readjust for lighter or darker toasting. All
breads/pastries do not toast alike. For example,
thinner, dry bread requires a lighter setting
than thicker, fresh bread. See the “Toasting
Guide” on page 14 for recommended settings.
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TOASTING GUIDE
Electronic Toast Control Knob Guide
Pastry Light Medium Dark
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RECOMMENDED
FOOD No. of SLICES SETTING*
White Bread, soft type 2 Slices Medium
1 Slice Light
Wheat Bread 2 Slices Medium
1 Slice Medium
Rye Bread 2 Slices Dark
1 Slice Medium
Variety Bread, Hand Sliced, 1 Slice Medium
3/4”thick
Italian Bread, 3/4”thick 2 Slices Light
French Bread, 3/4”thick 2 Slices Light
Portuguese Bread, 6-8”long, 1 Slice Medium
1/2”thick
Thin Slice White Bread 2 Slices Medium
1 Slice Light
Fresh Bagel 2 Halves Dark
Frozen Bagel (thawed) 2 Halves Medium
English Muffins 2 Halves Dark
Toaster Waffles 2 Sections Light
Toaster Breakfast Pastry 2 Pastries Pastry
French Toast 2 Slices Medium
Toaster Corn Muffins 2 Muffins Light
Pop Tarts 1-2 Tarts Pastry
Homemade Pound Cake, 3/4”thick 2 Slices Pastry
Toaster Hash Browns 2 Sections Medium
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Questions on Using the Horizontal Toaster
1. Can I toast thick slices of homemade breads?
Yes, as long as the slices don’t go over the
MAX FILL LINE. You can see the words
MAX FILL LINE and the line when you pull
open the door. It is not recommended to
put foods in the toaster that exceed the
MAX line.
2. I noticed some moisture on the glass
door—is that normal?
Yes. Some condensation may form on the door during the toasting
cycle because the door traps the heat and moisture. This is normal.
3. Can I interrupt a toasting cycle once it’s started?
Yes. Push the “Stop”button and the cycle will stop. If you use a
second toasting cycle, watch for doneness and use “Stop”to stop the
cycle and avoid burning. You should use a lower setting for a second
toast cycle.
4. What do I do if my toast burns and starts flaming?
The door of this toaster has an added benefit should flaming occur.
Since it traps the flames, the door helps extinguish any fire within a
short time. DO NOT open the door until the flames go out. Allow the
toaster to cool before removing burnt food.
5. Can I put butter or margarine on my food before toasting?
Yes. You can use a very thin layer of butter or margarine before
toasting. Be sure to use a setting of Medium or Light. Some dripping
may occur. Avoid using sugary toppings such as jellies, preserves, or
syrups in the toaster since they get very hot and may burn.
6. Pop-up toasters usually indicate one slot or the other for toasting
one slice. What is the best position for toasting one slice in this
toaster?For the most even heating and toasting, place the food in the
center of the toasting rack. Use lower settings for a single slice of toast.
(See the “Toasting Guide” on page 14.)
7. Can I reheat foods (i.e. Danish, a slice of pizza) on aluminum foil
in the toaster?No. This toaster should only be used with traditional
toaster-style foods. No foods should be heated in foil or on trays.
8. What is the best way to clean crumbs out of the door area?
Remove the rack and sweep crumbs out with a pastry brush. If you
don’t have a pastry brush, use a dry paper towel and wipe clean.
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3. Pull the handle down until
the door is fully opened and
latched. The Slide-Out Rack
will come forward. Place the
slices of bread or toaster
foods on the Rack. Use the
Door Handle to gently close
the door. (Figure P)
NOTE: For best toasting
results, use the MAX FILL
LINE located on the metal
border inside the Glass Door
as a guide to food height. It
is not recommended to toast
foods that rise above the
MAX line because toasting
quality will be affected.
4. Press the Start Button and
the Power On Light will
glow. Once the Toasting
cycle has been completed, a
signal bell will ring. Pull the
door handle down until the
door is opened and latched.
The Power On Light will go
off and the Rack will move
forward to present your
food.
5. For your safety, use a
potholder or utensil to
remove toasted food.
6. To stop the toasting cycle
at any time during it’s
operation, press the “Stop”
Button and the Power On
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NOTE: Always unplug the
cord from the electrical
outlet and allow the Toaster
to cool before cleaning.
DO NOT IMMERSE
TOASTER IN WATER
1. The See-Through Glass
Door should be cleaned with
a damp, sudsy cloth. Dry
thoroughly before using
the Toaster.
2. To clean the Slide-Out
Rack, pull the handle down
until the door is fully opened
and latched. Grasp the rack,
lift it slightly over the rack
pins and pull outward.
(Figure Q) Wash the Rack in
hot, sudsy water. To remove
stubborn spots, use a
polyester or nylon mesh pad,
and dry thoroughly before
replacing in the Toaster. To
replace, tilt the rack slightly
downward to fit through the
rack guides at the back of
the Toaster. (See Illustration
3) Drop the rack down over
the rack pins and close the
Door.
Care Guide
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CLEANING

NOTE: The Pull-Down Crumb
Tray can be extremely hot.
Allow it to cool completely
before cleaning.
3. Check and clean the Pull-
Down Crumb Tray often.
(Figure R) Immediately wipe
away any food crumbs or
spills from fillings or
toppings before next use.
Place a waste receptacle
under the Crumb Tray. Open
the Crumb Tray to empty the
crumbs. Use a cloth or
plastic scouring pad and hot,
sudsy water to clean the
tray.
4. Dry the Pull-Down Crumb
Tray thoroughly before
latching to the toaster. DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE
THE TOASTER WITHOUT
CLOSING THE PULL-DOWN
CRUMB TRAY.
5. Clean the outside of the
Toaster with a slightly damp
cloth, then dry thoroughly
with a dry cloth. When
cleaning the outer shell,
NEVER USE STRONG
CLEANERS OR ABRASIVES
THAT WILL SCRATCH THE
SURFACES. Never spray or
apply cleaner directly to the
Toaster.
Figure R
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The cord length of this Horizontal Toaster was
selected to reduce safety hazards that may occur
with a longer cord. If more cord length is needed,
an extension cord may be used. It should be
rated not less than 10 amperes, 120 volts, and
should have Underwriters Laboratories listing. A
properly rated extension cord with a polarized
plug may be purchased from a Black & Decker
(U.S.) Inc., Household Appliance Company-
Owned or Authorized Service Center. When using
a longer cord, be sure that it does not drape over
a working area or dangle where it could be pulled
on or tripped over.
Service, if necessary, must be performed by a
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Household Appliance
Company-Owned or Authorized Service Center.
The Service Center nearest you can usually be
found in the yellow pages of your phone book
under “Electric Appliances-Small-Repairing.”
For your convenience, a complete listing of
our Company-Owned Service Centers can be
found on pages 21 & 22. To remove the unit for
service or repair, grasp the toaster on both sides,
lift up, and pull forward.
If mailing or shipping the Horizontal Toaster,
pack it carefully into a sturdy carton with enough
packing material to prevent damage. The original
carton is not suitable for mailing. Include a note
describing the problem to our Service Center
and be sure to give your return address. We
also suggest that you insure the package for
your protection.
TIPS ABOUT THE
ELECTRICAL CORD
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Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product
against any defects that are due to faulty
material or workmanship for a two-year period
after the original date of consumer purchase or
receipt as a gift. This warranty does not include
damage to the product resulting from accident
or misuse.
If the product should become defective within
the warranty period, we will repair it or elect to
replace it free of charge, including free return
transportation, provided it is delivered prepaid
to any Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Household
Appliance Company-Owned or Authorized
Service Center.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Answers to any questions regarding warranty or
service locations may be obtained by calling toll-
free 800-231-9786 or by writing:
Consumer Assistance and Information
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.
626 Hanover Pike
Hampstead, MD 21074-0618
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