Jenn-Air JTO500BAAB, JTO500EAAU, JTO500NAAN, JTO500SAAS, JTO500UAAU Owner's Manual

JENN-AIR™toasteR

model no. jto500

USER GUIDE

Part No.399-60-000600

4/05

JENN-AIR

™

TOASTERS

Congratulations on your purchase of a Jenn-Air™toaster. Inspired by classic Italian design, Jenn-Air captures the European appetite for life – combining art, form and function into beautiful appliances for your home.

Your elegant Jenn-Air toaster is designed with a unique angled body with all metal construction. It’s as durable as it is beautiful and has a number of unique features you’re sure to enjoy.

The touch wheel control features seven unique shade settings with soft blue LED indicator lights. Dual extra-wide slots accommodate the widest variety of breads, bagels and pastries.The Jenn-Air toaster also features exclusive Auto-Adjust heating elements that move to maintain the optimum distance between heat and toast, giving you uniform, consistent browning slice after slice.And our innovative Keep Wa rm feature keeps toast warm until you’re ready.

The Jenn-Air toaster is the newest companion to our unique line of blenders and mixers.And of course, a beautiful addition to our broad line of fine built-in kitchen major appliances. Jenn-Air. For the love of cooking™.

Proof of Purchase and Product Registration

Always keep the sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your toaster.

Please return the product registration card packaged with this unit or visit www.JennAir.com to register online. Returning this card will allow us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety recall notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Product Safety Recall Act.

Please complete the following for your personal records:

Model Number ________________________________________________

Serial Number ________________________________________________

Date Purchased ________________________________________________

Store Name ________________________________________________

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Parts and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Before Using Your Toaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Operating Your Toaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Toasting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Checking on the Toasting Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Canceling the Toasting Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

Bagel Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Defrost Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Changing the Accent Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Before You Call for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Wa r ranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Contacting Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Guide de L’utilisateur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Guía del Usuario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions

Wa r ning and important safety instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating this appliance.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

Important Safeguards

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

1. Read all instructions.All users of this toaster must read and understand all instructions in this User Guide before attempting to operate or clean this appliance.

2.To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or toaster in water or other liquids.

3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

4.To disconnect when not in use, ensure all controls are in the “Off” position. The START/STOP button should not be illuminated.Then unplug toaster from wall outlet.

5. Do not touch hot surfaces.Use handles or knobs. Always use caution when moving.

6.Allow the toaster to cool before storing. Unplug the toaster from outlet when not in use and let it cool before cleaning.

7. Use only approved flat style Jenn-Air toaster power cord to operate the toaster. Due to temperature requirements, do NOT use other Jenn-Air small appliance power cords to operate the toaster. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. Call the Jenn-Air Customer Service Center at 1-866-982-3313 for assistance.

8.Always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet first, then disconnect from the toaster if desired for storage. Do not unplug appliance by pulling on power cord.Always grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance.Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and the word “WARNING”. This words means:

WARNING indicates hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING

9. Never leave the power cord plugged into the wall outlet when disconnected from the toaster.

10. Using accessories or attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer for use with this model, including sandwich racks or bun warmers, is not recommended and may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

11. Do not use the toaster outdoors or in damp, humid environments.

12. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. Do not let cord contact hot surfaces, including stove or cooktop.

13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.

14. Do not insert oversized foods, metal packages, foil,utensils or materials of any kind into the toaster as they may introduce the risk of fire or electric shock.

15. Fire may occur if the toaster is covered or touching any flammable material, including fabrics, walls, wall coverings, towels, curtains, draperies or like materials when in operation.

16. Do not put paper towels, cardboard, paper or plastic under the toaster.

17. Never leave toaster unattended while in operation.

18. Do not insert broken pieces of bread or other bread products into the slots.

19. Do not attempt to dislodge food when toaster is plugged in.

20. Do not use an extension cord with this toaster. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance.

21. Do not use the toaster without the crumb tray in place.

22. This product is designed for household use only. Do not use toaster for other than intended purpose.

23. If this toaster begins to malfunction during use, immediately cancel the toasting cycle and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Do not use or attempt any repair to the malfunctioning appliance.

24.To reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not take apart the toaster for any reason.All repairs must be performed only by factory authorized personnel.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Electrical Grounding Instructions – This appliance is equipped with a (3-

prong) grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and it should be plugged directly into a properly grounded, 110V/120V AC receptacle only. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. If the plug fails to fit into an existing outlet, contact a qualified electrician to update the outlet.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician install an outlet near the appliance.

• Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

• Do not remove ground prong.

• Do not use an adapter.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire or electrical shock.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

JENN-AIRTMTOASTER Parts and Features

1. Die-Cast Body

The sleek, attractive design is durable and easy to clean.

2.Touch Wheel Shade Control

Offers 7 distinct shade settings that put browning control at your fingertips. The soft blue illuminated display shows the toasting mode and shade selections.

3. Manual Lift Lever

Allows you to control toasting without the annoyance of an end-of-cycle “pop up.” Once the cycle is complete, you can leave the lever lowered in the Keep Warm mode.

Removable Crumb Tray

Die-Cast Body

Flat-Style Detachable Power Cord

Changeable Accent Base

Dual Extra-Wide, Deep Slots

Manual Lift Lever

Auto-Adjust Heating Elements

Touch Wheel Shade Control

Bagel Setting Button

Start/Stop Button

Defrost Setting Button

4. Start/Stop Button

Starts or cancels the toasting cycle with a simple touch of the button.

5. Bagel Setting Button

Specially designed for toasting bagels or English muffins, this setting carefully browns the cut sides of the bagel.

6. Defrost Setting Button

This innovatively designed dual cycle gently defrosts and then toasts to the desired level of browning.It’s perfect for frozen bread,bagels,waffles or other frozen bread products.

7. Dual Extra-Wide, Deep Slots

Large enough to accommodate a wide variety of breads,bagels and pastries.The angled heat chamber lets you “peek” without interrupting the toasting cycle.

8. Auto-Adjust Heating Elements

The heavy-gauge heating elements move to maintain an optimum distance between the heat source and the item being toasted – whether a thick bagel or a thin piece of bread.

9. Removable Crumb Tray

Slides out for easy, mess-free cleaning.

10. Changeable Accent Base

Can be removed and interchanged with other designer accent base finishes for a customized look that coordinates with your kitchen décor and matches other Jenn-Air small appliances.

11. Flat-Style Detachable Power Cord

Can be removed for clutter-free storage on countertop. Use only approved flat style Jenn-Air toaster power cord to operate the toaster.Due to temperature requirements,do NOT use other Jenn-Air small appliance power cords to operate the toaster.

Before Using Your Toaster for the First Time

1. Carefully remove the toaster and any parts from the packaging.

2. Check the slots for any loose packing or printed material that may have fallen inside during shipping or handling.

3. Place the toaster on a solid, clean, dry and level surface.

4. Make sure the crumb tray is in place.

5. Plug the detachable power cord into the plug receptacle at the rear of the toaster and then into a properly grounded 3-prong, 110V/120V AC electrical outlet.The toaster is now ready to use.

NOTE: The toaster may emit a pungent odor or light smoke the first time the toaster heats up.This is a normal result of the manufacturing process.The odor or smoke is harmless and will dissipate quickly.

Operating Your Toaster

1. Be sure your toaster is plugged into a grounded 3-prong, 110V/120V AC electrical outlet.When first plugged in, the START/STOP button will light for a few seconds, two beeps will sound, and the touch wheel shade setting will illuminate.This will signal that the toaster is connected and receiving power from the outlet. (Note: If left unattended for more than two minutes, the touch wheel will no longer illuminate.To reactivate, simply move the touch wheel.)

2. Remove any protective wrapping from bread products before placing them into the toasting slots. Cut bread products such as bagels and English muffins in half before toasting.

3. Raise the lift lever to fully open the toasting slots. Insert the desired bread product into the slots. If you have only a single slice to toast, choose either of the slots. Never force bread products into the toaster;the wide slots should accommodate most items. Do not place spreads or butters on bread products prior to toasting.

4.Turn the touch wheel shade control to the desired degree of browning. Rotate counter-clockwise for darker browning and clockwise for lighter browning.

Plug into grounded outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire or electrical shock.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Shade settings

1-2 Light, 3- 5 Medium, 6- 7 Dark

5. Lower the lift lever until bread is lowered as far as possible into the toaster cavity, then press the START/STOP button once to begin the toasting cycle.The START/STOP button and the touch wheel will illuminate to indicate that the toasting cycle is in process.

6.When the toasting cycle is complete, two beeps will sound and the START/STOP button will turn off to indicate that the toasting cycle is complete.The toast will remain warm in the toasting cavity until the lift lever is raised to retrieve the finished toast.

Never leave toaster unattended during use.

Toasting Tips

Bread Temperature

The temperature of a bread product can affect the toasting time.A bread product at room temperature will require a lower setting than the same bread product that has been refrigerated.The toaster’s DEFROST button should be used for frozen bread products (See page 10 for details).

Bread Types

Different types of bread products may require different shade settings due to their moisture levels, thickness and texture. In general:

• Drier bread products toast quicker than moist, so choose a lower setting.

• Fresh, moist bread or whole wheat bread should be toasted on a slightly darker setting.

• Bread products with uneven surfaces or firmer textures, such as English muffins, may require darker settings.

• Use caution when warming or toasting sugar coated or filled products (such as toaster pastries or strudels). Be sure that filled pastries are free from cuts or tears prior to toasting.This will prevent the filling from leaking into the toaster and causing a fire hazard.These products generally should be toasted using a lower setting and should be handled with care after toasting.

• For best results, toast only similar types and thicknesses of bread products at the same time. Insert only one slice at a time in each toaster slot. Do not insert partial or torn slices of bread, muffins, etc.

Checking on the Toasting Process

To c heck the progress of the toast during the toasting cycle, simply raise the manual lift lever slightly to view the browning. Lowering the lever will return the bread to the cavity for the remainder of the toasting cycle. Raising the lift lever will not interrupt the toasting cycle. If you remove the toast prior to completion of the full cycle, simply cancel the cycle by pressing the START/STOP button. If you forget to cancel the remainder of the toasting cycle, the toaster will automatically shut off at the end of the normal cycle.

Canceling the Toasting Cycle

To cancel the toasting cycle at anytime, press the START/STOP button.Two beeps will sound and the START/STOP button will turn off, indicating that the toasting cycle has been interrupted or canceled.

Special Features

Bagel Setting

The bagel setting conveniently toasts a bagel or English muffin and browns the cut sides to the desired shade.

To Use the Bagel Mode

1. Raise the lift lever to fully open the toasting slots.Arrange the “cut” sides of the bagel or English muffin in the slots so that they face toward the center of the toaster.

2. Lower the lift lever.

3. Set the touch wheel shade control for the desired degree of browning.

4. Press the BAGEL button.The BAGEL button will illuminate. For best results, the BAGEL selection should be made before starting the toasting cycle.This will provide the user with the optimum toasting experience. (Note: If left unattended for more than two minutes, the BAGEL button will turn off.To reactivate, simply press the button again.)

5. Press the START/STOP button to start the toasting cycle.The START/STOP button will illuminate indicating that toasting is in process.

To Cancel the Bagel Mode

Simply press the BAGEL button again.The light will go out and the bagel mode will turn off. Once the START/STOP button has been activated and the toasting cycle started, canceling this mode may affect the quality of the final product.This feature is provided to allow flexibility of operation. (Note:The bagel mode can not be cancelled during the final stage of browning when the outer heating elements turn off.)

Defrost Setting

The defrost setting defrosts frozen bread products first and then automatically switches over to the normal toasting cycle. This allows the frozen bread item to slowly defrost before toasting begins.

To Use the Defrost Mode

1. Raise the lift lever to fully open the toasting slots. Place the frozen bread product in the slot(s).

2. Lower the lift lever.

3. Set the touch wheel shade control for the desired degree of browning. If thawing and toasting a bread product suitable for the bagel mode (i.e., English muffin, bagel), press the BAGEL button at this time.

4. Press the DEFROST button.The DEFROST button will illuminate. For best results, the DEFROST selection should be made before starting the toasting cycle.This will provide the user with the optimum toasting experience. (Note: If left unattended for more than two minutes, the DEFROST button will turn off.To reactivate, simply press again.)

5. Press the START/STOP button to start the defrosting cycle.The START/STOP button will illuminate indicating that toasting is in process.

6.As the toaster completes the defrost cycle and advances to the toasting cycle, the DEFROST light will go out indicating that the defrosting time period is complete.

Defrost-Only Feature

If you would like to use your toaster only to defrost frozen items, you can cancel the rest of the toasting cycle by pressing the START/STOP button as soon as the defrost button light goes out.

To Cancel the Defrost Mode

You can cancel your selection of this mode at any time.To do this, simply press the DEFROST button again.The light will go off and the defrost mode will turn off. Once the START/STOP button has been activated and the defrost cycle started, canceling this mode may affect the quality of the final product.This feature is provided to allow flexibility of operation.

Care and Cleaning

Before Cleaning

Make sure that the toaster is completely turned off.The START/STOP button should not be illuminated. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Remember that the toaster and crumb tray will be hot immediately following a toasting cycle. Always allow the toaster to cool before attempting any cleaning.It is recommended that the crumb tray be emptied after each use.

How to Clean the Toaster

1. Pull out the crumb tray and shake the crumbs into a waste container.

2.The crumb tray can be cleaned by hand in warm water with a mild dish detergent.

3.After washing, be sure to thoroughly rinse and dry the tray before reinserting.

4.When replacing the crumb tray, be sure to insert it into the toaster as far as possible. Do not attempt to operate the toaster without the crumb tray in its proper position.

5.Wipe down the outside of the toaster with a damp cloth and dry it thoroughly with a soft cloth. DO NOT immerse the toaster in water or attempt to wash in a dishwasher. Do not use abrasive cleaners, scrubbers, liquid cleaning products, metal polishes or cleaners, or bleach-based household cleaners.

6.The use of a toaster cover is not recommended.

How to Clean the Accent Base

1. For everyday use, wipe the accent base with a damp cloth and dry it with a soft cloth.

2. For more thorough cleaning, begin by removing the accent base (see page 12).

3. Hand wash the removed accent base in warm, soapy water or in the top rack of a dishwasher.

NOTE: Do not use dishwasher detergents that contain dyes or any type of coloring, as this may stain the surface of the accent base.

Injury Hazard – Unplug toaster before cleaning. Failure to do so can result in injury.

WARNING

Changing The Accent Base

Before Changing the Accent Base

Make sure that the toaster is completely turned off. The START/STOP button should not be illuminated. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and remove the cord from the toaster; set aside. Remember that the toaster and crumb tray will be hot immediately following a toasting cycle.Always allow the toaster to cool before cleaning or changing the accent base. It is recommended that the crumb tray be emptied after each use and before performing this operation.

How to Change the Accent Base

1. Empty the crumb tray and reinsert. Place a soft hand towel on a solid, level surface. Place the toaster on its top, slots facing down on the towel. (Note: A few residual crumbs may fall from the slots.)

2. Locate the four rubber feet on the underside of the toaster.

3. Loosen each of the feet by turning counterclockwise by hand.When all four feet are completely removed, lift off the accent base and carefully set aside.

4. Position the new accent base on the toaster body and secure it to the toaster by re-installing the four feet.Turn the feet clockwise and tighten each by hand until snug.

NOTE: The feet are designed to be tightened by hand only. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OVERTIGHTEN USING TOOLS.Attempting to do so can damage the feet.

5. Position the toaster right side up on the countertop resting on its feet. Set the hand towel aside. Reinsert the detachable power cord.

Injury Hazard – Unplug toaster before performing this operation. Failure to do so can result in injury

WARNING

Before You Call for Service

PROBLEM

A portion of the heating elements does not appear to be working.

The item being toasted does not pop up from the toaster cavity at the end of the cycle.

The toaster is plugged in and the bread product has been lowered into the cavity, but the heating elements don’t appear to be working.

When toasting English muffins and bagels, they do not appear to be browning.

A long beep sounds when pressing the DEFROST or BAGEL button.

POSSIBLE SOLUTION

• The heating elements come on at the beginning of any cycle. Color intensity of the heating element may vary during the cycle.This is normal.

• Bagel setting – the outer elements turn off to prevent excessive browning of the uncut sides.This is normal.

• Non-bagel setting – the outer elements stay on after the inner elements turn off to allow for even browning. This is normal.

• This toaster is equipped with a manual lift lever.When the toast cycle is complete, simply lift the lever up. Or, keep the lever lowered a few extra minutes, if needed, so your toast stays warm until serving.

• Lowering the bread product into the toaster does not automatically start the toasting process. Simply touch the START/STOP button to begin the cycle.

• Densely textured bread products, such as English muffins and bagels, require a darker setting.Try turning the touch wheel shade control to a darker shade.

• Be sure to use the BAGEL button, which is specifically designed for these bread products.

• Check to see if the cut side of the muffin or bagel is facing toward the CENTER of the toaster.

• A beep will sound when attempting to press the DEFROST button after the defrost period has expired (and the toaster has automatically moved into the regular toasting mode). It is normal for the DEFROST light to go out.

• A beep will sound if you press the BAGEL button after the outside elements have turned off during the bagel mode. (Note:The bagel mode is still in process.The outer elements turn off to avoid excessive browning of the uncut sides of the bagel.)

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