West Bend TEM500 Owner's Manual
EGG & MUFFIN TOASTER®
Instruction Manual
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Important Safeguards ............................................................................................... 2
Before Using for the First Time ................................................................................ 4
Using Your Egg & Muffin Toaster® ........................................................................... 4
Cleaning Your Egg & Muffin Toaster® ...................................................................... 7
Helpful Hints ............................................................................................................. 7
Recipes .................................................................................................................... 8
Warranty ................................................................................................................... 9
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2012 Back to Basics®, a Brand of Focus Electrics, LLC.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions
and warnings.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed including:
• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons do not immerse
cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
• Always unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance
malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. For service information see
warranty page.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may
cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
• Do not use this appliance outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect, turn
any control to “OFF,” then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or
other hot liquids.
• Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer extension cords are available, but care must be exercised in their use.
While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one,
ensure that the marked electrical rating of the extension cord is equal to or
greater than that of the appliance. If the plug is of the grounded type, the
extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. To avoid pulling, tripping
or entanglement, position the extension cord so that it does not hang over the
edge of the counter, table or other area where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To
reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug
in any way.
• Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or
extension cord feels hot.
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• Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or metal utensils must not be inserted in a
toaster as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
• A fire may occur if the appliance 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.
• Avoid toasting foods with frostings or fillings that may run or that are made with
open fillings. Frostings and fillings can catch fire.
• Do not toast pastries, tarts and the like at any setting other than the lowest or
lightest setting and never toast twice as these items can ignite if over-heated
and cause fire.
• Failure to clean and replace crumb tray after each use may result in fire hazard.
• Lift and open the egg cooker lid carefully to avoid scalding.
• Do not attempt to operate the egg poacher without water in the reservoir.
• For household use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Measuring Cup with
Egg Piercer
Steam Vent
Lid
Warming Tray
Toast Slots
Carriage Lever
Browning Control
Lever
Control Touchpad
Poaching Tray
Steaming Tray
Heating Tray
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BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
Please check all packaging material carefully before discarding. Many
accessory parts are contained within the packaging material.
See “Cleaning your Egg & Muffin Toaster®” section of this manual.
Be sure the carriage lever is not in the locked down position before plugging in the
power cord.
Before placing any food items in the toaster slots, plug in the appliance, select the
“TOAST” function and run an initial cycle. Make sure the toasting slots are free of
any debris or packing materials. Press the carriage lever down until it locks in
position. This initial toasting cycle will clean residue from the heating elements.
Pleast note that a small amount of smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due
to the release of manufacturing oils - this is normal. Some minor
expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and cooling - this is also
normal.
CAUTION: Do not immerse any part of the base appliance (including the heatingtray) in water or any other liquid.
USING YOUR EGG & MUFFIN TOASTER®
Egg & Muffin Toaster® Control Buttons
“TOAST” - Operates the toaster only.
“EGG/TOAST” - Operates the toasting and egg poaching/cooking functions
together. Note: Bread will toast at the same time as the eggs cook. Toast will remain
in the slots to keep warm until the eggs have completed cooking. When eggs are
done, the toast will pop up.
“EGG”- Operates the egg function only.
“CANCEL” - Turns the appliance off at any time during the cooking cycle.
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Toaster Only Function:
1. Place the appliance on a clean, dry, flat surface.
2. Place the food to be toasted into one or both of the slots.
3. Select the desired level of darkness by adjusting the browning control lever.
4. Plug the appliance into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet only.
5. Push the “TOAST” button on the touchpad. The “TOAST” button will flash,
indicating the function is selected.
6. Press the carriage lever down until it locks in position. The “TOAST” button will
be illuminated solid to indicate the toasting cycle is in operation. Note: The
carriage lever will not stay down if the appliance is not plugged into an electrical
outlet.
7. When the pre-selected browning level of toast is reached, the toast will
automatically pop up and the “TOAST” light will turn off.
8. To remove the toast from the toasting slots, push up on the carriage lever.
9. Unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet after each use.
The “CANCEL” Function: Press the “CANCEL” button to stop the toasting cycle
before it is finished. Do not pull up on the carriage lever to stop the toasting process,
this may damage the appliance.
Egg Poaching:
CAUTION: Use extreme care when operating the egg poacher as hot steam is
released through the steam vent.
1. Place the appliance on a clean, dry, flat surface and remove the lid and trays.
Fill the measuring cup with water to the “soft” or “medium” line above the
“POACHED EGG” mark and pour into the heating tray, or add 2 to 2½
tablespoons of water into the heating tray.
2. Place the steaming tray on top of the heating tray.
3. We recommend applying a small amount of butter or oil to the poaching tray.
Break an egg into the poaching tray and place the poaching tray on top of the
steaming tray. If desired, break the egg yolk by poking it with a fork. The egg
may also be scrambled.
4. Place the lid on top of the steaming tray.
5. Plug the appliance into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet only.
6. Push the “EGG” button on the touchpad. The “EGG” button will illuminate to a
solid color.
7. When the poaching is complete, the light will turn off.
8. Remove the poaching tray and lid. CAUTION: Remove the lid and tray carefully
to avoid scalding.
9. Unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet after each use.
Egg Cooking:
1. Place the appliance on a clean, dry, flat surface and remove the lid and trays
from the appliance.
2. Select the cooked consistency and number of eggs to be cooked. This
appliance can cook up to 4 eggs at a time. Use the provided measuring cup or
the below chart, add the corresponding amount of water to the heating tray to
achieve desired results.
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3. Place the steaming tray on the heating tray. Clean the eggs to be cooked by
rinsing, then place them in the holes in the steaming tray.
4. Place the lid on top of the steaming tray.
5. Plug the appliance into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet only.
6. Push the “EGG” button on the touch pad. The “EGG” button will illuminate to a
solid color.
7. When cooking is complete, the light will turn off.
8. Remove the steaming tray and lid from the heating tray. CAUTION: Remove
the steaming tray and lid carefully to avoid scalding.
9. Unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet after each use.
Boiled Egg Soft Medium Hard
# of Eggs Tbsp. Water Tbsp. Water Tbsp. Water
1 3½ 4½ 7
2 3¼ 4¼ 6¾
3 2¾ 3¾ 6¼
4 2½ 3½ 6
Egg & Toast Function (for breakfast sandwich):
1. Place the appliance on a clean, dry, flat surface and remove the lid and trays
from the appliance.
2. Place the food to be toasted into one or both of the slots.
3. Select the desired level of darkness by adjusting the browning control dial.
4. Fill the measuring cup with water to the “soft” or “medium” line above the
“POACHED EGG” mark and pour into the heating tray, or add 2 to 2½
tablespoons of water directly into the heating tray.
5. Place the steaming tray on top of the heating tray.
6. We recommend applying a small amount of butter or oil to the poaching tray.
Break an egg into the poaching tray and place the poaching tray on top of the
steaming tray. If desired, break the egg yolk by poking it with a fork. The egg
may also be scrambled.
7. Place the warming tray on top of the poaching tray and add pre-cooked meat, if
desired. Note: DO NOT use raw or uncooked meats in this appliance.
8. Place the lid on top of the warming tray.
9. Plug the appliance into a 120 volt, AC electrical outlet only.
10. Push the “EGG/TOAST” button on the touchpad. The “EGG/TOAST” button will
flash.
11. Press the carriage lever down until it is locked in position. The “EGG,” “TOAST,”
and “EGG/TOAST” buttons will illuminate. Note: Neither the egg cooking, or the
toasting process will start until the carriage lever is locked down.
The Egg & Muffin Toaster® “EGG/TOAST” function enables synchronized
toasting and egg cooking. The bread will toast to the color set by the browning
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control lever but will not pop up until the egg cycle has completed. The carriage
will remain down, keeping the bread warm until the egg has completed cooking.
12. When both the egg cycle and toasting are complete, the appliance will
automatically shut off and the toast will pop up. The “EGG,” “TOAST,” and
“EGG/TOAST” button lights will no longer be illuminated, which signals the
appliance has turned off.
13. To remove the toast from the toasting slots, lift up on the carriage lever and
remove the toast.
14. Remove the lid and trays from the heating tray. Allow the remaining steam to
dissipate. CAUTION: Remove the lid and tray carefully to avoid being scalded
with steam.
15. Unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet after each use.
CLEANING YOUR EGG & MUFFIN TOASTER®
1. Unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet and allow to cool completely
before cleaning.
2. Wipe down the exterior of the appliance with a damp cloth.
3. Thoroughly wash the heating tray, steaming tray, poaching tray, warming tray,
and the lid in warm, soapy water.
4. The steaming tray, poaching tray, warming tray and the lid can be washed in the
dishwasher when placed on the top rack.
5. The heating tray may accumulate mineral deposits after use. To remove these
deposits add ½ teaspoon concentrated vinegar and ½ cup water to the heating
tray. With the lid in place, turn on the egg cooker function and allow the solution
to boil for approximately 10 minutes. CAUTION: The water will be hot! After 10
minutes, press the “CANCEL” button, unplug the appliance, and let cool. When
cooled, carefully dump out the remaining water, then wipe clean with a soft
cloth.
CAUTION: Do not immerse any part of the appliance base (including the heatingtray) in water or any other liquid.
This appliance has no user serviceable parts.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Use caution when removing the trays from the toaster, steam will be released
and could cause scalding.
• The egg cooker timing is controlled by the amount of water placed in the heating
tray. The more water added, the longer the appliance will cook.
• We do not recommend using most non-stick cooking sprays in the poaching
tray. If you do use a non-stick spray, be sure that it is a 100% oil cooking spray
with no flours or binders.
• If you have issues with breakage when hard boiling eggs, puncture each egg,
after cleaning, with the egg piercer located on the bottom of the measuring cup,
then place them in the steaming tray, hole side up. This will prevent the eggs
from cracking and possible spillover.
• Even pierced, there is still some possibility of egg expanding and leaking out of
the shell. This is normal.
• This toaster does not have a bagel setting; both sides of the food being toasted
will brown.
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RECIPES
Egg & Muffin Sandwich
1 English muffin
1 Poached egg
1 Slice of Cheddar cheese
1 Slice of pre-cooked Canadian Bacon, Ham, or Sausage Patty (optional)
To assemble: Lay the poached egg on top of the English muffin half followed by
the pre-cooked meat and then the slice of cheese. Top the sandwich with the
other half of the English muffin.
Eggs Benedict
2 English muffins, split and open
4 Poached eggs
Salt and pepper to taste
Hollandaise sauce to taste (see recipe)
4 Slices of pre-cooked Canadian bacon
To assemble: Lay a slice of Canadian bacon on top of each English muffin half
followed by a poached egg. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon Hollandaise
sauce over the eggs.
Hollandaise Sauce
2 Egg yolks
4 tbs. Heavy cream
2 tbs. Butter
1 tbs. Lemon juice
Pinch of salt
Pinch of sugar
Chicken-broth (optional)
Dash of hot sauce
1 tbs.White vinegar
Combine all ingredients except the white vinegar and chicken broth in the top of
a double boiler, over boiling water. Stir until thick, about 3 minutes. Note: Do not
reheat or cover the pot. Thin if needed with the chicken broth. Stir in the vinegar
immediately.
Eggs Benedict with Chicken
Prepare Eggs Benedict as directed except omit the Canadian bacon. Cut one
skinless, boneless chicken breast into bite-size strips. Add 2 tbs. cooking oil to a
medium skillet; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes or until no longer pink. Assemble
the Eggs Benedict as usual.
Eggs Florentine
2 English muffins, split and open
4 Eggs
Steamed spinach leaves
Hollandaise sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
To assemble: Prepare this just like the Eggs Benedict recipe but replace the
Canadian bacon with the spinach leaves. Lay the spinach leaves on top of each
English muffin half followed by a poached egg. Season with salt and pepper.
Spoon Hollandaise sauce over the eggs.
Smoked Salmon (lox) Bagel
1 Toasted plain bagel (or any bagel you like)
1 Tomato slice (optional)
1 Onion slice
Thin slices of lox (smoked salmon)
Plain cream cheese
Capers
To assemble: Spread cream cheese on one half of the bagel. Add thin slices of
smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese. Top with a slice of tomato and onion;
sprinkle with capers. Spread the other half of the bagel with cream cheese and place
on top.
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PRODUCT WARRANTY
Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty
Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material
and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase,
provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction
Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus
Electrics’ discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.
This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of
the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics if the
appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the
appliance is altered in any way.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR
OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS
ELECTRICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please
contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at (866) 290-1851, or e-mail us at
service@focuselectrics.com
warranty claims, hand written receipts are not accepted. You may also be required to return
the appliance for inspection and evaluation. Return shipping costs are not refundable. Focus
Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.
. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all
Valid only in USA and Canada
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics, LLC several
ways. Order online at www.focuselectrics.com, e-mail service@focuselectrics.com, over the
phone by calling (866)290-1851, or by writing to:
Focus Electrics, LLC
Attn: Customer Service
P. O. Box 2780
West Bend, WI 53095
To order with a check or money order, please first contact Customer Service for an order total.
Mail your payment along with a letter stating the model or catalog number of your appliance,
which can be found on the bottom or back of the unit, a description of the part or parts you are
ordering, and the quantity you would like. Your check should be made payable to Focus
Electrics, LLC.
Your state/province’s sales tax and a shipping fee will be added to your total charge. Please
allow two weeks for processing and delivery.
This manual contains important and helpful information regarding the safe use and care of your
new Focus Electrics product. For future reference, attach dated sales receipt for warranty proof
of purchase and record the following information:
Date purchased or received as gift: _______________________________________________
Where purchased and price, if known: _____________________________________________
Item number and Date Code (shown bottom/back of product):___________________________
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