Home Pride TK243 Use and care manual

3-in-1
Coffee Maker,
Toaster and Grill
Instruction Manual &
Cooking Guide
Model: TK243

CUSTOMER SERVICE
For all customer service inquiries, please contact:
Strong Ideas Corp.
AROA Marketing , Inc.
12621 Encinitas Ave.,
Sylmar, CA 91342, USA
Tel: [phone]

Congratulations on your purchase of the Home Pride 3-in-1 Coffee Maker,
Toaster and Grill. It will surely become one of the most versatile and
practical appliances in your kitchen.
Please read all instructions before first use.
Published By:
Strong Ideas Corp.
AROA Marketing , Inc.
12621 Encinitas Ave.,
Sylmar, CA 91342, USA
Tel: [phone]
© 2004 Strong Ideas Corp. All rights reserved.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this and other electrical appliances, the basic safety precautions
listed should always be followed:
1. Read all the Instructions carefully when any appliance is used.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Metal surfaces become
extremely hot.
3. To prevent against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in
water or other liquid. See instructions for cleaning.
4. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children. This
appliance is not intended to be used by children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool before
putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the
nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. Do not use attachments or accessories other than those supplied or
recommended by the manufacturer. Incompatible parts create a hazard.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not place appliance on, or near, a hot gas or electric burner, or a heated oven.
11. To disconnect, grasp plug at the base and remove from outlet. ever unplug by
pulling on the cord.
12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
13. Oversized foods, metal foil packages or utensils must not be inserted in the
appliance as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
14. A fire may occur if toasters are covered or touching flammable material, including
curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation.
15. Do not attempt to dislodge food when the appliance is plugged into electrical
outlet.
16. To avoid possibility of fire, do not leave appliance unattended during use.
17. Clean out accumulated crumbs & oils frequently to avoid risk of fire or appliance
malfunction. Do not use foods that will drip coatings or fillings when heated. Such
accumulations inside the toaster create unsanitary conditions and the possibility
of fire or appliance malfunction.
18. Closely monitor cooking process as bread may burn during toasting.
19. ever operate the toaster without the crumb tray in place.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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HOW TO CLEAN
Always unplug unit and allow to cool completely before cleaning.
Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or products that are not considered safe
to use on nonstick coatin s.
Do not immerse the temperature-control probe in water.
Toaster Oven:
1. Wipe the exterior with a clean damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Apply any cleaning
agent to cloth, not directly onto the toaster.
2. To remove crumbs, slide out the crumb tray and discard crumbs. Wipe clean and
replace.
Grill:
1. Remove the grill surface and wash with warm soapy water.
2. Dry thoroughly and return to original position.
Coffee Maker:
1. Lift lid and remove filter.
2. Dump out the coffee grounds and wash filter in warm, soapy water.
3. Remove the coffee pot and wash in warm, soapy water.
4. Dry parts thoroughly and replace.
Descalin :
Descale your coffee maker as residue builds, or 2-3 times a year.
1. Operate the appliance as described. However, use ordinary vinegar to fill the water
tank and do not fill the filter with ground coffee.
2. Let the appliance work twice more with only water to rinse away the vinegar and
scale remainders.
3. Wash the coffee jug and filter holder.

HOW TO USE CONTINUED
To Make Toast:
1. Place bread, english muffin, bagel or other item to be toasted on the oven rack
and close the door.
2. Turn timer knob to the desired cooking time (up to 12 minutes).
3. Press the toaster switch. When toasting is complete, toaster oven will chime and
automatically turn off.
NOTE:
• For first few uses, monitor toasting process to familiarize with the cooking time.
• For slightly dry bread or only one slice of bread, use a shorter cooking time
than normal.
• For fresh bread or whole wheat, use a longer cooking time than normal.
• Breads with very uneven surfaces (such as English muffins) or thick bread (such
as bagels) will require a longer cooking time. Cut bagels or English muffins in
half before toasting.
• When toasting raisin or other fruit breads, remove any loose raisins from the
surface of the bread before placing into the toaster. This will help prevent pieces
from falling into the toaster or sticking on the guard wire in the slot.
• Pastries: Exercise caution when toasting pastries. The filling can become quite
hot long before the surface of the pastry becomes brown.
To Use Grill:
1. Place food on grill.
2. Select desired cooking time (up to 12 minutes) and press grill switch.
3. Closely monitor cooking, turning over if necessary.
4. Turn grill off when cooking is complete. When timer is done, grill will chime.
5. Unplug unit and allow grill to cool before cleaning.
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SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
3. If a longer extension cord is used:
a. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the appliance.
b. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter
top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plu (one blade is wider than the other); follow
the instructions below:
To reduce the risk of electric 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.
This appliance is for household use only.
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HOW TO USE
Before First Use:
1. Remove all packaging from appliance. Check inside appliance slots for packaging
and remove.
2. Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children.
3. Wash accessories in warm soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
4. Make sure the crumb tray is in place.
5. Set up appliance on flat, stable countertop surface away form the edge and at
least 3 inches away from wall or rear of counter.
6. Unwind power cord and plug power cord into nearby outlet.
7. Allow the new elements to preheat and burn off any dust that may have
accumulated during assembly, and run the coffee maker without using grounds to
clean the compartments.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or scourin pads.
Do not immerse the temperature-control probe in water.
To Make Coffee:
1. Remove the water tank. Using fresh cold water only, fill to desired level and
replace.
2. Place coffee filter in the upper compartment.
3. Measure and add coffee grounds. Take one heaped measuring spoonful of
ground coffee for each cup.
4. Close the lid and press the coffee switch.
NOTE:
Drip-stop
The automatic stop-valve ensures that no coffee will drip on to the hotplate if the
pot is removed from the appliance during or after brewing.
Automatic shut-off
For your convenience and safety, coffee maker will automatically switch off once it
has reached optimum temperature, and switch back on if coffee begins to cool.
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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1. Grill Plate
2. Grill Rack
3. Burners
4. Grill Crumb Tray
5. Toaster Oven Handle
6. Toaster Oven Door
7. Toaster Oven Crumb Tray
8. Indicator Light
9. Grill On/Off Switch
10. Toaster On/Off Switch
11. Coffee On/Off Switch
12. Water Level Indicator
13. Plug
14. Tongs
15. Coffee Pot
16. Coffee Level Indicator
17. Filter Compartment
18. Coffee Pot Lid
19. Toaster Oven Racks
20. Removable Water Tank
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