Russell Hobbs 10617 - User Manual

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Summary

Toasting Bread

Eject

Stops the toasting cycle and ejects the bread. The indicator light turns off.

Extra Lift

Raises the bread carriage handle higher for easier removal of small items.

This document provides instructions for a Russell Hobbs toaster, which is designed for household use. The toaster features a sleek, modern design with a transparent body that allows users to see the toasting process.

Function Description:

The primary function of this appliance is to toast bread and other similar items. It offers various settings to control the browning level, defrost frozen bread, and reheat toast. The toaster is equipped with a bread carriage handle that lowers the bread into the toasting slots and automatically pops it up when done. An "extra lift" feature allows the handle to be raised further for easier removal of smaller items.

Important Technical Specifications:

Maximum Bread Thickness: 28mm (1 1/8")
Power Supply: Requires connection to an electricity supply for operation.
Fuse: Equipped with a 13A BS1362 fuse in a 13A BS1363 plug for safety.

Usage Features:

Controls: The toaster includes buttons for various functions:
- Lights: Indicate power or operational status.
- Frozen Bread Button (snowflake symbol): Activates the frozen bread setting, automatically adjusting toasting time for frozen items.
- Lighter/Darker Buttons (triangles at either end of browning level lights): Adjust the browning level of the toast.
- Browning Level Lights: Multiple lights indicate the chosen browning level; more lights mean darker toast.
- Eject Button (triangle with line above): Stops the toasting process prematurely, causing the toast to pop up and elements to turn off.
Toasting Slot: Designed to accommodate slices of bread up to 28mm thick.
Bread Carriage Handle: Used to lower bread into the slots. It will only lock down when the toaster is connected to the electricity supply.
Extra Lift: After toasting, the bread carriage handle can be raised further to help remove smaller items like bagels or crumpets.
Crumb Tray: A removable tray located underneath the toaster to collect crumbs, making cleaning easier and preventing fire hazards.
First-Time Use: Before using for the first time, it is recommended to run the toaster on the maximum browning level without bread to burn off any manufacturing residues, ensuring the room is well ventilated.
Browning Level Adjustment: Users can select their desired browning level using the "lighter" and "darker" buttons, with the browning level lights indicating the chosen setting.
Frozen Bread Function: This feature automatically adjusts the toasting time for frozen bread, ensuring consistent browning without requiring manual time adjustments.
Reheating Toast: For reheating plain, unbuttered toast, the lowest browning setting should be used.
Hints and Tips:
- For best results, toast slices of similar size, thickness, and freshness.
- Older or thinner bread cooks faster and may require a lower setting.
- Sweet bread products (e.g., tea cakes, fruit loaf) brown more quickly and should be toasted on a lighter setting.
- Avoid toasting sandwiches or "buttered" items, as they may catch fire.
- Do not toast torn, curled, oversized, or misshapen slices of bread to prevent jamming.

Maintenance Features:

Cleaning:
- Unplug the toaster and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
- The crumb tray should be frequently removed, emptied, and wiped with a damp cloth, then dried and replaced.
- Outer surfaces can be wiped with a damp cloth, and a little washing-up liquid can be used if necessary.
- Do not immerse the toaster in water or any other liquid.
- Avoid using harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.
Crumb Management: Regular cleaning of the crumb tray is crucial to prevent crumb build-up, which can be unhygienic and pose a fire hazard.
Jammed Bread: If bread gets jammed, unplug the toaster, let it cool, and carefully remove the bread. Do not use sharp objects, as this could damage the heating elements.
Storage: Unplug the toaster and let it cool fully before storing it away.

Safety Precautions (Summarized):

Use and store out of reach of children.
Do not immerse in liquid or use in wet environments.
Place on a firm, level, heat-resistant surface.
Keep away from combustible materials (curtains, etc.) and watch while hot.
Avoid touching the hot area around the toasting slot.
Ensure the cable does not overhang or cause a tripping hazard.
Do not cover the toaster or place anything on top of it.
Ensure the crumb tray is fitted and closed before use.
Do not connect to an external timer or remote control system.
Keep away from hotplates, hobs, or burners.
Do not operate if damaged or malfunctioning.
If the cable is damaged, return the toaster to avoid hazards.
Do not attempt to defrost bread by simply leaving it on a low setting, as this can cause water to drip into the toaster and damage electronics. The dedicated frozen bread function should be used instead.
The product must be earthed, and any plug replacement should follow specific wiring instructions (green/yellow to E, blue to N, brown to L).
The wheelie bin symbol indicates that the appliance should not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste but should be recovered, reused, or recycled.