homechoice HCT-01Y User manual
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Espresso 4-slice toaster
instruction manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Espresso 4-slice toaster. Please read through this manual
before connecting and operating this product. Keep this manual for future reference.
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Guarantee
This homechoice appliance carries a 12-month guarantee against mechanical and elec-
trical failure. The guarantee starts from your invoice date and is valid for a full year.
On delivery of this appliance, it is imperative to ensure that all necessary features/acces-
sories are included. If anything is missing or faulty, it must be reported immediately and
returned within 14 days of receipt.
Important:
Please ensure that you:
1 Keep the original packaging
2 Keep your original invoice (as well as a copy)
3 Keep this guarantee
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to call us on
0861 466324. Any complaints regarding goods or services supplied by homechoice should
be made to our Customer Care Department.
Post: homechoice, Freepost CB0225, Capemail 8089
E-mail: cont[email protected].za
Fax: 021 680 8286
Please note:
This guarantee does not apply where the product has been damaged, either deliberately
or by accident, misused, altered or tampered with by any unauthorised person.
This guarantee does not apply if the product is put to commercial use or is
cockroach infested.
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Part Names
1Bread slots 5Frozen bread button
2Cancel button 6Browning control
3Reheat button 7Crumb trays
4Loading handle with high lift feature
Espresso 4-slice toaster
HCT-01Y
Product checklist
• Electric toaster
• Instruction manual
Specications
Model number Rated voltage Rated frequency Power
HCT-05Y 220~240V 50Hz 950W
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Important safety instructions
When using your electric toaster, basic safety precautions should always be followed:
1 Read all the instructions carefully, and keep them in a safe place.
2 This product has not been designed for any uses other than those specied in
this manual.
3 Before connecting the appliance, check if the voltage indicated on the
appliance corresponds with the mains voltage in your home. If this is not the
case, contact your dealer, and do not use the appliance.
4 Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or if it has been dropped or
damaged.
5 Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces. Let the appliance cool completely
before storing it. Remove the plug from the mains immediately if wet or moist.
Do not touch the water.
6 Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.
7 Never pull on the cord, as this may damage it and eventually cause a risk of
electric shock.
8 If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must only be replaced by
a service agent appointed by the manufacturer, as special purpose tools are
required.
9 To avoid a circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on
the same circuit.
10 If it is absolutely necessary to use an extension cord, a 10-ampere cord should
be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the cord so that it cannot be accidentally pulled or tripped over.
11 The appliance must be used on a stable, heat-resistant surface.
12 The appliance is not intended for use with an external timer or
remote-control system.
13 Clean out accumulated crumbs frequently by sliding out the crumb tray, to
avoid the risk of re or toaster malfunction. Do not use foods that will drip
coatings or llings when heated. Such accumulations inside the
toaster create unsanitary conditions and the possibility of re or toaster
malfunction. Unplug when not in use and before cleaning.
14 Close supervision is necessary for any appliance being used by or near children.
Do not leave the toaster unattended while connected to the power supply.
15 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
the use of this appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
16 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
17 Do not leave the appliance exposed to the weather (rain, sun).
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Before using for the rst time
Carefully remove your toaster from its box. Remove all packaging from inside the toasting
slots. Position your toaster on a stable, secure, dry and level work surface away from the
edge. Connect the plug to a suitable power outlet and make sure that the power cord
does not overhang the work surface. When you rst use your toaster, there may be a slight
odour as the heating elements warm up for the rst time. This is normal and not a cause
for concern. To remove the odour, simply operate your toaster for the rst time without
any bread in it.
Controls
Browning control
The browning control regulates how much the bread is toasted—in other words, the
colour of the toast. Lower settings produce lighter toast and higher settings produce
darker toast. When setting the browning control, remember that dry or thin slices of bread
will toast quicker and require a lower setting. Moist or thick slices of bread will require a
higher setting.
Cancel button
The toasting process can be stopped at any time by pressing the cancel button .
High Lift feature
The high lift feature uses the loading handle to help you to remove the toast. When
toasting has nished, simply lift the loading handle upwards from its rest position to raise
the toast and make it easier to remove.
Frozen bread function
The frozen bread function allows you to toast bread straight from the freezer. Insert the
bread into your toaster, press the loading handle down and then press the frozen bread
button . Your toaster will extend the toasting time to allow the bread time to defrost.
Watch the toast to ensure that it doesn’t burn.
18 Do not use chemical additives or abrasive detergents to clean the toaster, as
they will damage the appliance.
19 This appliance has been designed for use in households and similar
environments, including (but not limited to) areas such as sta kitchens in shops
and oces, hotel and B&B rooms, farmhouses, etc.
Note: This appliance is not intended for use in industrial settings.
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Reheat function
The reheat function will heat up toast that has cooled or gone cold. Press the loading
handle down then press the reheat button . Watch the toast to ensure that it doesn’t
burn. Don’t use the reheat function on buttered toast.
Using your toaster
1. Set the level of toasting using the browning control . The higher the number
selected, the darker the toast will be.
2. Place the bread into the toasting slots. Press the loading handle down until
it latches. The bread will be lowered into the toaster and toasting will begin.
The loading handle will not latch if your toaster is not connected to the
mains supply.
3. When toasting has nished, the loading handle will rise and the toasted bread
can be removed. You can lift the loading handle upwards beyond its rest
position to help you remove the toast.
4. If the toast is not done enough it can be toasted again. Turn the browning
control to a lower setting and watch the toast to ensure that it doesn’t burn.
5. Toasting can be stopped at any time by pressing the cancel button .
If you are toasting a single slice of bread, set the browning control to a lower
setting than normal. By using a lower setting when toasting a single slice of
bread, it will not be over toasted.
If your toaster jams
Never use a knife or any other utensil or implement to remove jammed bread. Never insert
your ngers into the bread slots.
1. Unplug the toaster from the mains supply socket.
2. Allow the toaster to completely cool down.
3. Carefully ease the bread out of the toaster being careful not to damage the
heating element.
Cleaning
Always switch o, unplug and allow the toaster to cool down before moving, cleaning or
storing. Never immerse the toaster or power cord and plug in water or any other liquid.
• Clean the outside of your toaster with a damp cloth then dry thoroughly.
• Never use harsh, abrasive or caustic cleaners.
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Crumb removal
It is important that crumbs are not allowed to build up inside your toaster. Excess crumbs
are unhygienic and could catch re.
Crumbs can be removed by sliding the crumb tray out from the bottom of your toaster.
You can then tip the crumbs out. Always make sure that your toaster has completely
cooled down and is disconnected from the mains supply before removing crumbs.
Never use your toaster without the crumb tray tted – always replace the crumb tray
before using your toaster.
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