Continental Electric CE23431 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COOL TOUCH TOASTER

MODEL:
CE23431

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug, or

appliance in water or other liquid.

Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or

near children.

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool

before putting on or taking off parts.

Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after

the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
Contact Consumer Service for examination, repair or adjustment.

The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the

appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot

surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated

oven.
To disconnect press the “Cancel’’ Button and then remove plug

from wall outlet.
Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
Oversize foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not be

inserted in Toaster as they may involve a risk of fire or electric

shock.
A fire may occur if Toaster is covered or touching flammable

material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in

operation.
Do not attempt to dislodge food when Toaster is plugged in.

WARNING- To prevent electric shock unplug before cleaning.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat and

escaping steam during use. Proper precautions must be taken to
prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to
property.

- A person who has not read and understood all operating and
safety instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. All
users of this appliance must read and understand this Use and
Care Guide before operating or cleaning this appliance.

-Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. To
avoid electric shock, never immerse or rinse this appliance in

water or any other liquid.

- If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in
water , unplug it from the wall outlet immediately .Do not reach
into the water !

- When using this appliance, provide adequate air apace above
and on all side for air circulation .Do not operate this appliance
while it is touching or near curtains ,wall coverings ,clothing,
dishtowels or other flammable materials .

- To reduce the risk of fire, do not leave this appliance
unattended during use .

- If this appliance begins to malfunction during use
,immediately unplug the cord .Do not use or attempt to repair a
malfunctioning appliance!

- Do not use this appliance in an unstable position .

- Use the Toaster on a hard ,flat surface .Do not place it near
a flame or heat or on a soft surface (such as carpet ).Avoid
placing it where it may tip over during use .Dropping the
Toaster could cause it to malfunction .

- If this appliance begins to malfunction during use
immediately press the Cancel button or lift Toast Lever
manually and unplug the cord .Do not use or attempt to repair
the malfunctioning appliance .

WARNING :ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD .Never attempt to dislodge
food inside the Toaster while the Toaster while the Toaster is plugged in
.Doing so could cause an electrical shock hazard or a risk of fire

CAUTION: This appliance is hot during operation and retains and
retains heat for some time after turning off .Always use oven mitts when
handling hot materials and allow metal parts to cool before cleaning .Do
not place anything on top of the Toaster while it is operating or while it is
hot .

CAUTION:
DO NOT toast pastries with runny fillings or frosting.
DO NOT toast torn slices of bread.
DO NOT place buttered bread or wrapped food into the Toaster.
DO NOT toast small-size breads, mini-baguettes, breadsticks, etc.

Polarized plug

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
This plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit, contact a qualified electrician .Do not attempt to
modify the plug in any way.

Short Cord Instructions

A short power –supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Do not use an extension cord with this product.

Electric Power

If the electric circuit is overloaded with other appliances ,your Toaster
may not operate properly .It should be operated on a separate electrical
circuit from other appliances .

Plasticizer Warning
CAUTION :To prevent plasticizers from migrating from the finish of the

countertop or tabletop or other furniture ,place NON-PLASTIC coasters
or placemats between the appliance and the finish of the countertop or
tabletop .

Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken ,permanent

blemishes may occur or stains can appear .

Getting to know your Toaster

Your product may vary slightly from illustration.

1. Self-Adjusting Toasting Slots

2. Toast Lever

3. Cancel Button

4. Color Control

5. Slide-Out Crumb Tray

Operating Instructions

BEFORE FIRST USE

1.Carefully unpack your Toaster and remove all packaging materials.

2.To remove any dust that may have accumulated during packaging,
Simply wipe the Toaster exterior with a clean, damp cloth.

3.Do not use abrasive cleansers.

4.Do not put the Toaster ,cord or plug in water .

Toasting Instructions

1.Place Toaster on a flat, level surface.

2. The unit may emit an odor and/or smoke during the first few uses from

oils used in manufacturing. This is normal for a new appliance .

3.Adjust the Color Control to the desired lightness or darkness .

For the first use, set the Color Control to medium (#3).