Bosch TAT4P440GB 4-Slot Toaster Instruction Manual

BOSCH TAT4P440GB 4-Slot Toaster

Safety instructions

Please read and follow the operating instructions carefully and keep them for later reference. Enclose these instructions when you give this appliance to someone else. This appliance is intended for domestic use only. 

Danger of electric shock!

Only use the appliance indoors at room temperature and up to 2000 m above sea level. The appliance may only be connected to a power supply with alternating current via a correctly installed socket with earthing. Ensure that the protective conductor system of the domestic supply has been correctly installed. Connect and operate the appliance only according to the type plate specifications. Do not use if the power cord or appliance show any signs of damage. Unplug after every use or if defective. To avoid potential hazards, repairs such as replacing a damaged cable must only be carried out by our customer service personnel. Keep children under 8 years of age away from the appliance and connecting cable and do not allow them to use the appliance. This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years and older and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or who lack experience and / or knowledge if they are supervised or have been given instruction in the safe use of the appliance and have understood the dangers involved. Children may not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.

Risk of burns and fire!

Do not place the appliance on or near hot surfaces, e.g. hobs. Avoid spatters of grease as the plastic may be damaged. A misuse of the appliance can potentially lead to injury. The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system. Do not insert any objects into the toast slot. Bread can burn. Never operate the toaster near or underneath curtains or other flammable materials. Never cover the toast slot. Do not touch parts other than the operating controls as the toaster can become hot during toasting. Press down the push-down lever only for toasting; never block it. Do not use food that may drip as it is toasted or warmed, since this is a fire hazard. Unplug the toaster and allow it to cool down before cleaning it. Never immerse the appliance in water or place it in the dishwasher! Do not steam-clean the appliance. Do not use oven or grill spray for cleaning. Use a firm brush to remove crumbs that may have accumulated under the warming rack. Remove the crumb tray and wipe it clean.
Only operate the toaster when it is upright. Never leave the toaster unattended while it is in use!

WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.

Risk of suffocation!

Do not allow children to play with packaging material Congratulations on purchasing this Bosch appliance. You have acquired a high-quality product that will bring you a lot of enjoyment. This instruction manual describes a toaster

Parts and controls

  1. Selector for toasting level Adjustable from levels 1 ­ 6
    1 = lowest toasting level
    6 = highest toasting level
     = heating
  2. Push-down lever
  3. defrost button with LE
  4. stop button with LED
  5. Toast slo
  6. Crumb trays
  7. Cord tidy (with securing device)

The two sides of the toaster, each with two toast slots, can be used independently of each other.

Before using for the first time

  • Remove any stickers or film.
  • Unwind the power cord to the required length, secure and plug in.
  • With the window open, operate both sides of the toaster without bread in it at least three times at the highest toasting level setting and let it cool down.

Operation

General

Please use this toaster only for toasting, heating or defrosting sliced white bread, bread or rolls. Do not insert any objects into the toast slot. Only operate the toaster when it is upright. Never cover the toast slot. Do not place any food on the toaster to heat it up. Press down the push-down lever only for toasting; never block it. Do not use food that could drip during toasting. Do not use food that contains grease, fat or sugar (e.g. waffles, bread that has been spread).

Attention!
Do not operate the appliance without the crumb trays!

Toasting

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  • Set the desired toasting level using the selector on the required side of the toaster.
  • Insert the bread to be toasted into the toast slot.
  • Press the push-down lever down until it engages.
  • The stop button lights up.
  • Toasting ends when the bread being toasted is ejected.
    To end the toasting process prematurely, press the stop button.

Notes

  • Try out the toasting level when using the appliance for the first time as the result may vary upon the type of bread and its degree of moisture.
  • Dry sorts of bread (e.g. toast bread) require a lower toasting level (e.g. up to 4, depending on your personal taste), while bread with a higher degree of moisture (e.g. mixed-grain bread) require a higher level.
  • When toasting only one slice of bread, keep in mind to select a lower toasting level than for two slices.

Tip: Push the push-down lever up to remove toasted items more easily.

Warming cold bread or toast Insert
  • the bread to be toasted into the toast slot.
  • Set the selector to .
  • Press the push-down lever down until it engages. The stop button lights up.
  • Heating ends when the bread being toasted is ejected.
Preparing frozen bread or toast
  • Set the desired toasting level with the selector.
  • Insert the bread to be toasted into the toast slot.
  • Press the push-down lever down until it engages. The stop button lights up.
  • Press the defrost button. The LED lights up.
  • Defrosting ends when the bread being toasted is ejected.

Notes

  • If the item being toasted gets stuck, the toaster turns itself off automatically.
  • If the item being toasted gets stuck in the toast slot, pull out the plug and carefully remove the bread after the toaster has cooled down.
  • For one slice of toast, set the toasting level lower than for two slices.
  • Toast items only until they are golden brown and not dark or brown. Remove any burnt edges. Do not over-toast foods containing starch, especially grain and potato products (to reduce the production of acrylamides).

Cleaning and maintenance

Danger of electric shock! Pull the power plug and let the toaster cool down. Never immerse the appliance in water or place it in the dishwasher! Do not steam-clean the appliance. Do not use oven or grill spray for cleaning.

  • Remove the crumb trays and wipe it clean.
  • Clean the toaster’s exterior with a damp cloth; do not use strong or abrasive cleaning agents.

Tip: Clean the stainless steel surface with a commercial stainless steel care product.

Technical data

Electrical connection (voltage – frequency) 220-240 V~ 50/60 Hz
Power 1640-1940 W

Disposal

Dispose of packaging in an environ mentallyfriendly manner. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment ­ WEEE). The guideline determines the frame work for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. Please ask your specialist retailer about current disposal facilities.

Guarantee

The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined by our representative in the country in which it is sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.
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