Toastmaster 6431 User Manual

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: A risk of fire and electrical shock exists in all electrical appliances
and may cause personal injury or death. Please follow all safety instructions.

Buffet Range

Use and Care Guide

Model 6431

• EASY TO CLEAN, SEALED SOLID DISK ELEMENTS

• ADJUSTABLE TEMPERATURE CONTROL

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1000 WATT BURNER

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to
persons, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using appliance.

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

• Do not immerse cord, plug, or the appliance in water or other liquid. See

instructions for cleaning.

• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.

• This appliance is not for use by children.

• Do not use appliance unattended.

• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug and allow to cool before

putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.

• Do not operate any damaged appliance. Do not operate with a

damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been
dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest
authorized service center for examination, repair or electrical or
mechanical adjustment.

• Use attachments only if recommended by Toastmaster Inc.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

• Do not use outdoors or while standing in a damp area.

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

• To disconnect, turn control to “O” position, then remove plug from wall outlet.

• Extreme caution must be used when moving any pot or pan containing

hot oil or liquids from this appliance.

• When using this appliance, provide at least 4 to 6 inches air space

above and on all sides for air circulation.

• Use appliance only as indicated in these instructions.

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CAUTION: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of

personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord. Extension cords are available from local hardware stores and
may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is
required, special care and caution is necessary. Also the cord must be:
(1) marked with an electrical rating of 125 V and at least 13 A,
1625 W, and (2) the cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over
the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped
over accidentally.

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POLARIZED PLUG: This appliance has a polarized plug, (one blade is wider
than the other). As a safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock, this
plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

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

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

Operating Instructions

Before using the single burner for the first time, operate the burner once to
burn off residues on the heating element. When doing this, we suggest
using the high heat setting.

• Place the single burner on a flat, smooth countertop surface. Be sure to

place it in a safe area. Make sure that the cord is not in a position where
it can be pulled off the countertop. There should be at least 4-6 inches
of space above and around the unit for proper air circulation.

CAUTION: NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT IN A TILTED POSITION.

• Plug the burner into electrical wall outlet. To operate burner, adjust the

variable temperature control to the desired heat setting. The power
indicator light will illuminate and remain lit until the selected
temperature has been reached. The light will then cycle on and off until
burner is turned off.
For best results: Turn on the burner for approximately 1 minute before
placing a pot or pan on it.

• When finished turn the variable temperature control to the “O” position.

WARNING: BE SURE TO TURN BURNER OFF COMPLETELY AND
UNPLUG AFTER EACH USE. NEVER LEAVE BURNER PLUGGED IN
WHILE IT IS NOT IN USE.

FOR BEST RESULTS

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It is recommended to use pots or pans that are essentially the same size
as the burner. A pot or pan should always be placed on the center of
the burner.

• Burner works similarly to stovetop burner and features a full range of

heating options.

ALWAYS TURN BURNER OFF AND UNPLUG WHEN NOT IN USE.

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
TO CLEAN: Turn the burner completely off and allow to cool completely

before cleaning.
CAUTION: NEVER IMMERSE THIS PRODUCT IN WATER OR ANY OTHER
LIQUID. NEVER USE STEEL WOOL OR ABRASIVE CLEANERS, AS THEY
MAY SCRATCH THE SURFACES OR DAMAGE THE UNIT.

The base unit and heating element may be wiped with a damp soft cloth or
sponge.

TO STORE: Unplug the unit and allow it to cool completely before storing.
Store the unit in its box or in a clean, dry place. Never wrap the cord
tightly around the appliance. Do not put stress on the cord where it enters
the unit, as this could cause it to fray and break.

Any servicing requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning must
be performed by an authorized ser vice center.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Please refer to warranty statement to determine if in-warranty service applies.
This appliance must be serviced by a Toastmaster authorized service center.
Unauthorized service will void warranty. Consult your phone directory under
“Appliances-Household-Small-Service and Repair,” or call 1-800-947-3744
in the U.S. and Canada, 52-5-397-2848 in Mexico.

If an authorized service center is not available locally, your appliance may be
returned postage prepaid to our National Service Center at the address shown
on the back of this book.

Products must be adequately protected to avoid shipping damage. Surround
your appliance with three inches of protective padding and include a copy of
your dated sales receipt and a note explaining the problem you have
experienced. We recommend insuring your package. No CODs accepted.

KEEP DATED SALES RECEIPT FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

Keep this booklet. Record the following for reference:
Date purchased
Model number
Date code (stamped on bottom)

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EVERYBODY EATS. It’s a fact of life.

But sometimes preparing

meals can become a chore.

That’s why TOASTMASTER has been invited

into millions of kitchens just like yours

so we can HELP YOU MASTER your

mixing, baking, grilling, toasting,

brewing, heating and serving

tasks WITH EASE AND STYLE.

The TOASTMASTER name stands for a

CELEBRATION of INNOVATION designed

to serve your life and keep you

COOKIN’ IN STYLE.

LIMITED ONE-YEAR GUARANTEE

Toastmaster Inc. warrants this product, to original purchaser, for one year from purchase date to be free of defects in material

and workmanship.

This warranty is the only written or express warranty given by Toastmaster Inc. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You
may have other rights which vary from state to state. ANY OTHER RIGHT WHICH YOU MAY HAVE, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF
THIS WARRANTY.

Defective product may be brought or sent (freight prepaid) to an authorized service center listed in the phone book, or to Service
Department, Toastmaster Inc., 708 South Missouri St., Macon, MO 63552, for free repair or replacement at our option.

Your remedy does not include: cost of inconvenience, damage due to product failure, transportation damages, misuse, abuse, acci­dent or the like, or commercial use. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOASTMASTER INC. BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

For information, write Consumer Claims Manager, at the Macon address. Send name, address, zip, telephone area code and
daytime number, model, serial number, and purchase date.

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