User manual SEVERIN AT 2518

[. . . ] In order to prevent damage to the housing, do not position the appliance on or near hot surfaces or open flames such as hot-plates or gas flames. Caution: the accessible housing surfaces become very hot during operation. Burns can occur from touching the hot parts. Always position the appliance on a level heat-resistant surface. [. . . ] Should the appliance, for instance, have been dropped onto a hard surface, it must not be used any longer: even invisible damage may have adverse effects on the operational safety of the appliance. Do not cover the toast slot during operation. Do not try to remove bread from the toaster with your fingers or insert any other objects (eg knives, forks) into the toast slot as the heating elements carry a live current. The power cord should be regularly examined for any signs of damage. In the event of such damage being found, the appliance must no longer be used. Do not allow the power cord to touch hot surfaces. Always remove the plug from the wall socket after use, and also - in case of any malfunction, - when fitting or removing the warming top, - when cleaning the appliance. When removing the plug from the wall socket, never pull on the power cord; always grip the plug itself. The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system This appliance is not intended for use by any person (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lacking experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. No responsibility will be accepted if damage results from improper use, or if these instructions are not complied with. In case of problems or malfunctions during use, and before cleaning, always remove the plug from the wall socket. - To remove a slice stuck in the toast slot, use a blunt wooden implement (eg a brush handle). - Variations in bread type, humidity content and thickness of the slices result in different degrees of browning. The bread should therefore be kept in a Interrupting the toasting cycle If you want to interrupt the toasting cycle, push the operating lever up. The toaster will switch off and the slices are ejected. - To warm up buns, rolls or other bakery items, push the slide control operating lever for the warming top down to raise the bread roll holder. - Place the items to be warmed up on the top, adjust the browning control to a medium setting and then push down the operating lever to switch on the toaster. - Once the browning cycle is complete and the appliance has automatically switched off, turn the roll or bread over and repeat the cycle. - After use, return the bread roll holder to its rest position by pushing the slide control back up. Do not place the items directly on the toast slot. General care and cleaning Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is disconnected from the power supply and has cooled down completely. [. . . ] To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not clean the toaster with water and do not immerse it in water. Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning solutions. - The exterior may be wiped with a dry or slightly damp lint-free cloth. Crumb tray During use, any bread crumbs falling down are collected in the crumb tray. [. . . ]