Cookworks TA01310A-GS Manual

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Plastic 2 Slice Toaster
Model No. TA01310A-GS
Care & Instruction Manual
For household and indoor use only
Please read these instructions before use and retain for
future reference

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
•You should only plug the appliance into a 220V‐240V AC,
50Hz supply. Connecting it to other power sources may
damage the appliance and will invalidate the guarantee.
•Switch off and unplug when not in use and before cleaning
the appliance.
•Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less
than 8 years.
•Do not allow children to use the appliance without
supervision.
•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 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 cable and plug and appliance dry and away from areas
where it is likely to get splashed. Never immerse in water.
•Do not pull on the cable to disconnect from mains supply.
•Do not force bread that is too thick or wide into the toaster
carriage. If bread becomes stuck in the toaster, switch off
and unplug before removing. Be careful, do not damage the
internal components and never use sharp objects such as
forks or knives to dislodge the item.
•Do not operate the appliance if damaged or after it
malfunctions. In the event the supply cord is damaged, in
order to avoid a hazard it must only be replaced by a qualified
service engineer, with a suitably approved part.
•This appliance must be positioned so that the plug is
accessible and the plug socket is within easy reach of the
power cord.
•This appliance must be plugged in to an earthed socket outlet.

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WARNING!
•This appliance is intended exclusively for use in domestic
households. It is not suitable for commercial use.
•Do not leave unattended during use. Bread can catch fire if
overdone.
•Do not use toasters directly under cupboards as this may
damage the toaster and/or the cupboard. Always ensure a
clear gap of at least 60cm above the toaster.
•Do not cover and allow the toaster to cool fully before
storing.
•Do not operate the toaster using a timer or separate remote
control.
•The surfaces of the toaster may become hot; wear oven
gloves when handling the appliance during and immediately
after use.
•Bread may burn, do not use the toaster on, near or under
flammable materials (e.g. curtains) or heat sensitive
surfaces.
•Do not use without the crumb tray correctly fitted and closed
completely. Do not allow crumbs to build up in the tray, the
crumb tray should be cleaned regularly.
•Do not place foil wrapped food in this toaster and remove all
wrappings from food before toasting.
•Not suitable to toast bread and other foodstuffs coated or
containing butter, other spreads or containing sugar and
jams.
•When toasting raisin or other fruit breads, remove any loose
raisins from the surface of the bread before placing in the
toaster. This will help prevent pieces from falling into the
toaster or sticking on the guard wire in the slot.
•To prevent jamming do not use your toaster with torn slices
of bread. Make sure the size and thickness of the bread
slices fit easily into the toast slots.

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PARTS
1. Carriage control lever 5. Cancel button
2. Bread slot 6. Colour control knob
3. Defrost button 7. Removable Crumb Tray
4. Reheat button
TO USE
1. Place the toaster on a stable, flat, heat resistant surface and
away from any flammable materials.
2. Fully unwind the cable and plug in.
3. Select the degree of browning required by adjusting the
browning control knob. A lighter coloured toast will be
obtained by selecting the lower settings (1 & 2) and darker
toast by selecting the higher settings (6 & 7).
4. After selecting an appropriate setting, place a slice of bread
into each carriage and lower the toast by pressing down on
the carriage handle. The indicator in the CANCEL button will
illuminate. If the carriage does not stay down, check that the
toaster is switched on at the socket.

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TO USE (CONTINUED)
5. The toast will automatically pop up when the toasting time
has been completed. When using for the first time or
changing bread types initially set the browning control at 3
and it is advisable to check at intervals to see if the desired
browning level has been reached.
6. If using frozen bread, insert the bread into the carriage, lower
the carriage and the press the DEFROST button. The light in
the button will come on and the toasting cycle will be
extended slightly. The bread will automatically pop up when
toasted.
7. To reheat cold toast, insert the bread into the carriage, lower
the carriage and press the REHEAT button. The light in the
button will come on and the reheating cycle will start. The
bread will automatically pop up when the cycle has been
completed.
8. Toasting can be stopped at anytime by pressing the CANCEL
button, or by unplugging the toaster.
Notes:
•Before using for the first time it is advisable to let the toaster
complete several toasting cycles at the highest setting with
no bread in the carriage. Allow the toaster to cool down
between cycles.
•If the toast starts to smoke, press the CANCEL button
immediately.
•Dry thin slices of bread will toaster quicker than moist or
thick slices and should be toasted on a lower setting.
•For best results when toasting crust slices, insert the bread
so the crust side is nearest the outside of the toaster, and the
cut side is nearest the middle of the toaster.
•Turn the browning control knob to a lower setting if you are
toasting a single slice.

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CLEANING
Clean and empty the crumb tray on a regular basis. If the
toaster is used frequently then it is recommended this is done
weekly.
1. Switch off and unplug the toaster and allow it to cool.
2. Wipe external surfaces with a soft damp cloth and polish with
a soft dry cloth. Do not use detergent or abrasives as these
may scratch the surface.
3. Slide out the crumb tray from underneath the toaster, wipe
clean and replace.
4. If there are pieces of bread remaining inside the toaster, turn
the toaster upside down and gently shake.
5. Never touch the internal surfaces and always allow surfaces
to fully dry before using the toaster again.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Cookworks Plastic 2 Slice Toaster
Model
TA01310A-GS
Rated Voltage & Frequency
220 - 240V AC 50-60Hz
Rated Power Input
800W
Class rating
1 (earthed)
BS 1362 fuse
10A
Product dimensions (external)
284 x 170 x 190mm
Product weight (net)
1.0 kg approx.
Capacity
2 Slices
RECYCLING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and
in doing so help the environment.
This symbol means an electrical product should not be
disposed of with normal household waste. Please
ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for disposal when
finished with.
Visit www.recycle-more.co.uk, click on “bank locator”
and enter your postcode to find your nearest recycling
site.

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PLUG / WIRING ADVICE
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following UK electrical code: BLUE = NEUTRAL
BROWN = LIVE
GREEN + YELLOW = EARTH
Non-rewireable plug
This appliance may be fitted with a “non‐rewireable” plug. If you
need to change the fuse in a “non‐rewireable” plug, the fuse
cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the
appliance must not be used.
Rewireable plug
The colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in a rewireable plug. Rewireable plugs should only be
replaced by a suitably competent person. If in doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
The BLUE wire must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter N
The BROWN wire must be connected to
the terminal marked with the letter L
The GREEN & YELLOW wire must be
connecting to the terminal marked with
the letter E or the earth symbol .
Produced in China.
Argos Limited, 489-499 Avebury Boulevard,
Milton Keynes, MK9 2NW.
Argos (N.I.) Ltd, Forestside Shopping Centre,
Upper Galwally, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT8
6FX.
Argos Distributors (Ireland) Limited, Unit 7,
Ashbourne Retail Park, Ballybin Road,
Ashbourne, County Meath, Ireland
www.argos.co.uk/cookworks
Tel: [phone]

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