2643056 - Toaster RUSSELL HOBBS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Toaster
Brand	Russell Hobbs
Model	2643056
Number of slots	2
Exterior material	Stainless steel and plastic
Power supply	220-240 V, 50-60 Hz
Power	900 W
Dimensions (L x D x H)	30 x 20 x 25 cm
Weight	1.5 kg
Cable length	1 m
Browning control	6 levels (1 = light, 6 = dark)
Special features	Toasting, defrost, reheat, croissant warmer
Control type	Mechanical lever, push buttons
Crumb tray	Yes, removable
Safety	Automatic ejection, end-of-cycle shutdown
Care and cleaning	Clean exterior with a damp cloth; empty the crumb tray regularly
Spare parts	Crumb tray (ref. available on request)
Included accessories	Croissant warmer
Repairability	The power cord can only be replaced by a professional
Usage	Domestic and similar (office kitchen, hotel, farm)

Frequently Asked Questions - 2643056 RUSSELL HOBBS

How to adjust the browning level?

Turn the browning control knob to the desired setting (1 = light, 6 = dark). The first cycle allows adjustment to your preference.

How to use the defrost function?

Insert frozen bread, lower the lever and press the ❄️ button. The toasting time is automatically adjusted to achieve the same browning as non-frozen bread.

What to do if bread gets stuck in the toaster?

Unplug the appliance, let it cool down, then gently remove the bread. Never use a knife or metal utensil to avoid risk of electric shock.

How to clean the toaster?

Unplug it and wait for it to cool. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth. Regularly remove and empty the crumb tray.

Can I toast buttered or torn bread?

No, do not toast overly thick, buttered, torn, or misshapen bread. Ingredients like butter can melt and cause overheating or fire.

Is the croissant warmer suitable for defrosting croissants?

No, the croissant warmer is not suitable for defrosting or reheating buttered, filled, or coated croissants. Use it only for plain croissants.

What if the appliance does not turn on?

Check that the plug is properly connected. If the lever does not stay down, the appliance is not powered. If the problem persists, contact customer service.

Can children use the appliance?

Yes, from 8 years old under adult supervision. Children under 8 must be kept away from the appliance and its cord.

Can I use a timer or remote control system?

No, do not connect the appliance via a timer or remote control system, as this poses a fire risk.

How to recycle the toaster at end of life?

Do not dispose of it with household waste. Take it to an appropriate collection/recycling center for electrical and electronic waste.

USER MANUAL 2643056 RUSSELL HOBBS

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Follow basic safety precautions, including:

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 supervised/instructed and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.

Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.

Keep the appliance and cable out of reach of children under 8.

Don't connect the appliance via a timer or remote control system.

Bread can burn therefore do not use the appliance near or below combustible materials such as curtains. Never use the appliance below wall cupboards or shelves.

Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is in use.

The surfaces of the appliance will get hot.

Remove and empty the crumb tray regularly. Wipe with a damp cloth, dry, then replace in the toaster.

If the cable is damaged, return the appliance, to avoid hazard.

Do not immerse in any liquid.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

• bed and breakfast type environments;

- farm houses.

• Don't toast or reheat bread that is too thick, buttered, torn, or misshapen.
  • Take extra care when toasting items that contain sugar, jam, seeds, currants, etc. These can melt or drop into the toaster and cause overheating or fire.
• If bread gets jammed, unplug the toaster, let it cool, and carefully remove the bread.
• Never use a knife, fork or any other implement to remove jammed bread. As well as potentially damaging the toaster, there is a risk of electric shock!

PARTS

1. Toasting slots

2. Lever

3. Browning control

4. Crumb tray

5. Countdown timer lights

6. Bun warmer

7. Handle

8. Feet

BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Set the browning level to maximum. Operate the appliance empty, to cure the new elements. This may smell a bit, but it's nothing to worry about. Ensure the room is well ventilated.

TOASTING

Toasting involves exposing bread to a controlled heat, which causes a chemical reaction called the 'Maillard Reaction'. This doesn't just brown the bread, but alters the flavour and texture, which is why toast tastes so good!

Since toasting is a combination of drying then cooking the bread, it is affected by various factors such as differences in the bread's thickness, freshness and surface texture. Local and regional variations in household electricity voltages can also have an effect on toasting time which is why we would advise to initially try different toasting settings in order to find your perfect shade of toast.

TOASTING BREAD

1. Sit the toaster upright on a firm, level, heat-resistant surface.
2. Put the plug into the power socket.
3. Turn the browning control to the required setting (1 = light, 6 = dark).
4. Put bread into the toasting slots (maximum thickness 25mm).
5. Press the lever down fully. It won't lock down unless the toaster is connected to the electricity supply.

6. The six countdown timer light segments will all come on with one segment flashing (Fig. A). The flashing segment will go off and the next segment will flash. When all of the segments have gone off, the toast will pop up.

7. To stop toasting, press the ▲ button.

- You may raise the lever further, to remove small items.

- You may raise the lever during toasting, to check progress, then lower it again.

FROZEN BREAD

1. Leave the browning control at your favoured setting, insert the frozen bread, lower the lever, then press the ✝ button.
2. The ✝ light will come on, and the toasting time will be altered automatically to give the same degree of browning you get with unfrozen bread.

REHEATING TOAST

1. Leave the browning control at your favoured setting, insert the bread, lower the lever, then press the 🎨 button.
2. The 📋 light will come on, and the toast will be given a short burst of heat.
3. Only reheat plain, "unbuttered" toast.

BUN WARMER

Don't use the bun warmer to warm frozen, buttered, coated, iced, or filled buns.

1. Sit the bun warmer on top of the toaster, with the feet inside the slots.
2. Sit the buns on top of the bun warmer.
3. Set the browning level to 1, then lower the lever.
4. When the lever pops up, remove the warmed buns.
5. Don't touch the bun warmer wires – they'll be hot.
6. Remove the bun warmer before using the toaster normally.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

1. Unplug the appliance and let it cool.
2. Wipe outer surfaces with a damp cloth.

RECYCLING

To avoid environmental and health problems due to hazardous substances, appliances and rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries marked with one of these symbols must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. Always dispose of electrical and electronic products and, where applicable, rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries, at an appropriate official recycling/collection point.

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