- Toaster DUALIT - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Toaster
Brand	DUALIT
Model	VARIO
Number of slots	2, 3, 4 or mixed depending on model
Housing material	Stainless steel
Heating elements	Patented ProHeat
Timer	Setting from 1.5 to 3.5, with defrost position
Adjustable slots	Yes, for different bread thicknesses
Defrost function	Yes
Crumb tray	Removable, daily cleaning recommended
Adjustable foot	Yes, at the back to compensate for uneven surfaces
Included accessories	Sandwich cage (depending on model)
Safety	Automatic shut-off, grounded outlet required, do not immerse
Power supply	220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Cleaning	Soft cloth, ammonia-free stainless steel cleaner
Warranty	1 year + additional 1 year on ProHeat elements
Approximate weight	2.5 kg
Approximate dimensions	31 x 20 x 23 cm

Frequently Asked Questions - DUALIT

How to use the toaster for the first time?

Before first use, preheat the empty toaster for 3 minutes with all slots selected. A slight smoke may occur, this is normal.

How to adjust the timer for a perfect toast?

Turn the timer knob clockwise. 1.5 for lightly toasted, 2.0 for medium, 2.5 for very toasted. For whole wheat bread, slightly increase the setting.

What to do if the bread burns or toasts unevenly?

Check that all selected slots contain bread. If a slot is empty, adjacent slots will toast unevenly. Do not use loose pieces of bread.

How to clean the toaster?

Unplug and wait for it to cool down. Remove the crumb tray and clean it daily. Use a soft brush for the heating elements and a soft cloth for the exterior. Never immerse.

How to replace the heating elements?

Unplug the appliance. Remove the crumb tray, unscrew the feet and base. Detach the locking nuts, unscrew the brass ties and wires. Replace with identical elements and reassemble in reverse order.

Why is the toaster not heating up?

Check that the appliance is plugged into a grounded outlet and that the fuse has not blown. If the cord is damaged, contact Dualit service at [phone].

Can I use a sandwich cage?

Yes, cages are available as an accessory for all Dualit adjustable models. Place the sandwich in the cage and set the timer between 2.5 and 3.5.

What does the red light mean?

The red light turns on when the timer is running and turns off automatically at the end of the cycle. It indicates that the heating elements are active.

How to defrost bread?

Turn the timer knob to the defrost symbol, wait 20 seconds after it stops, then set to 1.5 (medium) or 2 (well toasted).

What is the warranty on the toaster?

The toaster is guaranteed for 1 year from the date of purchase. The ProHeat elements have an additional one-year warranty (parts only). Keep your proof of purchase.

USER MANUAL DUALIT

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INSTRUCTION AND GUARANTEE OF THE DUALIT VARIO TOASTER

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GARANTIE ET MODE D'EMPLOI DES GRILLEPAIN REGLABLES DUALIT

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.... 3/4

PARTS & CONTROLS...... 4

USING YOUR TOASTER.... 5/6

SERVICING....7/8

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE

MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ.... 9/10

PIÉCES ET COMMANDES.... 10

UTILISATION DE VOTRE GRILLE-PAIN... 11/13

ENTRETIEN.... 14/15

GARANTIE

• WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.

• We recommend that the toaster is plugged into a socket that has no other appliance connected to it. Failure to do this may cause an overload, trip a circuit breaker or blow a fuse. Preferably the socket outlet should be protected by a Residual Current Device (RCD)

• Before plugging in, check that the voltage on the rating label is the same as the mains supply.

• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse any part of this product in water or other liquid.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
• Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug. Do not allow cable to touch hot surfaces, or to hang over edge of a table or counter top.
• When in use a fire may occur if the toaster is covered or touching flammable material.

• Do not attempt to dislodge bread when the toaster is plugged in.

• Bread may burn. Therefore toasters must not be used near or below curtains and other combustible materials.

• When toasting do not leave appliance unattended.
• This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
• Do not store toaster in an appliance garage or cover.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Accessible surfaces of the toaster may get hot during use.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• NOTE: Any plug cut from power supply cord should be disposed of immediately. Inserting any cut off Plug into a 13A socket-outlet is hazardous.
• Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted. Ensure replacement fuse is the same current value as original.
• Replacement fuses are available from Dualit and should be ASTA approved to BS 1362.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged lead or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.

If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cordset available from Dualit helpline: [phone]

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS AND CONTROLS

1. Stainless steel cover.
2. Slide out crumb tray.
3. Ejector knob.

4. Warming racks (optional extra).

5. Slot selector switch.

6. Time switch knob.
7. Sandwich cage (optional extra).

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USING YOUR TOASTER

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Your Dualit toaster has new patented ProHeat elements.
• To condition the elements before toasting for the first time, preheat an empty toaster with all slots turned on for three minutes. Slight smoking may occur, this is perfectly safe.
• When the toaster is used there may be a slight popping crinkling sound, this is due to heat expansion of the element surface and is NOT a fault.
• Select the number of slices to be toasted on the slot selector switch. Lift the round black Ejector Knob to the up position. Starting from left to right, insert bread into all slots brought into operation by the selector switch.
• Turn the Time Switch Knob clockwise to the required number on the dial.

TOASTING BREAD

1.5 = Lightly browned toast
2.0 = Medium toast
2.5 = Well done toast.
- If using brown bread slightly increase time setting.
- The Dualit toaster can accommodate very large and thick slices. However, if the bread protrudes out of the top of the toaster, you can turn the bread upside down midway through the toasting process.
- When the toaster is cold and being used for the first time set the Time Switch Knob to 2.5 because the metal body will absorb some heat.
- After the toaster has warmed up, reduce the toasting time to give consistent results.
- As the Time Switch is rotated the automatic timing will start and the red neon light will illuminate.

• The timer will click off from 0.5 to 0 position with a clicking sound, the neon light and heating elements will switch off automatically.
• The timer can be rotated off at any time during the toasting process by manually rotating the timer knob to the 0 position.
• The toast will not pop up, but will keep warm inside the toaster. Press down the round Ejector Knob and the toast will pop up ready for serving.
• To toast frozen bread, set timer to the defrost symbol. Let the timer run to 0 position, wait 20 seconds then continue to toast as normal.

CAUTION: Heating up a slot that has not been loaded with bread may damage the elements and cause uneven toasting. Do not use the toaster if the crumb tray or base plate are missing or are incorrectly fitted.

USING YOUR TOASTER

ADJUSTABLE SLOTS

• This toaster has adjustable wire guards that will adjust to the thick bread and to accommodate the sandwich cage. (available as an accessory)
• It may be more convenient to toast buns and crumpets in a sandwich cage, as they will be easier to remove from the toaster.

TOASTING SANDWICHES

• The Combi Toasters are supplied with Sandwich cages.
• Additional cages can be purchased as an accessory for any Dualit adjustable wire slot toaster.
• Prepare the sandwich with medium sliced bread, lightly butter one side of each slice and place filling between un-buttered sides. Do not overfill the sandwich.

TOASTING SANDWICHES

• Place the sandwich in the cage and insert into the toaster.
• Select the number of slots on the selector switch. Set time switch to between number 2.5 and 3.5 according to the brownness required.
• Suggested fillings: Thinly sliced ham and thinly sliced cheese. Tomato and cheese or any similar combination.
  We recommend using pre-cut processed slices of cheese.
• Always lightly butter the OUTER sides of the sandwich as this will make the filling hotter.

• We recommend the use of 1 or 2 day old sliced bread. Slices should be cleanly cut and not ragged edged.
  • Very thinly sliced bread may produce uneven toasting.

• Do not force in thick slices of bread as you may experience difficulty in ejecting them. Never insert broken pieces of bread.

• If heated slots are left empty the adjacent slots will toast unevenly.

CAUTION: Heating up slots that have not been loaded with bread may damage the elements and will cause uneven toasting. Do not use the toaster if the crumb tray or base plate are missing or are incorrectly fitted and never cover the top of the toaster or use as a hot plate.

Always unplug the toaster when not in use.

ADJUSTABLE FOOT

- Your toaster is fitted with one adjustable rear foot which may be hand turned, to raise or lower the toaster, to compensate for uneven work surfaces.

SERVICING

CLEANING

• Unplug the toaster and allow to cool down before cleaning.
• Remove the crumb tray and clean daily.
• Crumbs should be carefully brushed off the elements (using only a soft brush), the toaster turned upside down and shaken out.
• Never insert a fork or other sharp instrument to remove torn pieces of bread as the heating elements may be damaged.
• Use a damp cloth to wipe off the outside surfaces of the toaster. A stainless steel polish can be used to restore shine but this must not an aggressive cleaner or contain ammonia and should only be used on the stainless steel cover.
• This appliance must not be immersed in water or cleaned with a water jet.

UK GUARANTEE

See enclosed guarantee card for full details of the Dualit Guarantee.

Keep these instructions and purchase receipt in a safe place, you will need this if your toaster requires repair under the guarantee.

This guarantee does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights.

Further advice on using your Dualit Vario, or other products in the Dualit range, is available from:

Dualit customer care line on [phone]

Alternatively e-mail Dualit on [e-mail] or www.dualit.com

REPLACING ELEMENTS

Servicing must only be carried out by a Dualit authorised service agent or a competent qualified electrician.

For your own protection only use original Dualit spares in your toaster.

• When replacing Pro Heat elements, only use genuine Dualit elements (stamped "DUALIT").
• The safety and the performance of the toaster cannot be guaranteed if inferior elements are used.
• Fitting of non Dualit parts will also invalidate the guarantee.

SERVICING

PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING ELEMENTS

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Unplug and place toaster on a soft cloth. Remove crumb tray and unscrew feet to remove the base plate

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Loosen locking nuts on retaining plate using a 6.5mm spanner and slide back

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Unscrew brass links and wires.

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Bend brass links and wires away from the element

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Remove element.

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To re-assemble, reverse procedure ensuring wires and parts are correctly positioned. Ensure new element is marked the same as the one removed and is seated correctly in the channels either side. PAT test before use.

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MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ

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Dualit Limited County Oak Way Crawley West Sussex RH11 7ST

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