INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
Cast Metal 4-Slice Toaster
CMT-400PC
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INTRODUCTION
The heavy cast metal construction of this premium Cuisinart®
toaster has a trendsetting look for today’s sophisticated consumer
kitchen. Cuisinart combines simplicity of operation with expert
technology in this retro-styled, full-featured toaster. Two
independent sets of controls each operate two of the four slots.
Delight family and friends with different items toasted to
different shades. No waiting required.
A “CD-style” pop-out crumb tray makes this toaster easier to
clean than most and both the smooth cast metal and the
brushed stainless centre panel clean up with a damp cloth.
Enjoy toast at its best, with Cuisinart!
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
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1. Dual Toasting Slots
1-1/2 inch (3.75cm) slot toasts a wide variety of breads.
2. Carriage Control Levers
Brings the toast close to the top of the toaster,
making it easy to remove the smallest items.
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3. Shade Control Dials
Sets desired toast colour from light to dark,
with six browning levels, as well as bagel
and reheat functions.
4. Pop-out Crumb Trays
Automatically pops out to clean crumbs that
collect in bottom of toaster.
5. Cord Storage (Not Shown)
Takes up excess cord and keeps
countertop neat.
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USE AND CARE
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When toasting raisin or other fruit breads, remove any loose
raisins, etc. from the surface of the bread before placing into
the toaster. This will help prevent fruit pieces from falling into
the toaster or sticking on the guide wires in the slot.
Unwind the power cord. Check that the crumb tray is in place and
that there is nothing in the toaster slot. Plug power cord into the
wall outlet.
1. Insert Slice(s) of Bread.
Before toasting bagels, slice each bagel into two equal halves.
Be sure that multiple slices do not overlap and that the carriage
is in the up position.
Single Slice Toasting:
If you are toasting a single slice of bread, set the heat selector to
a lighter setting than you normally would. The toaster is designed
to heat the whole toasting chamber for two slices. By lowering the
heat for a single slice, you won't overtoast.
2. Set the Browning Control.
Turn rotary switch to the desired position:
Dial Setting
Reheat
1-2
Colour
light
medium
dark
Toaster pastries: Exercise caution with toaster pastries; the filling
can become quite hot, long before the surface of the pastry
becomes browned. Never leave toaster pastries unattended while
toasting or warming.
3-4
5-6
Bagel
Note: Use controls and carriage lever on the left to toast items
in slots 1 & 2.
3. To Begin Toasting:
Press the carriage lever until it locks into the down position.
Use controls and carriage lever on the right to toast items
in slots 3 & 4.
4. To Stop Toasting:
When the toasting cycle is finished, the toast will be raised.
If you wish to stop the cycle before it is finished, simply lift
carriage lever to interrupt.
Some notes on browning:
Toasting is a combination of cooking and drying of the bread.
Therefore, differences in moisture level from one bread to another
can result in varying toasting times.
Tips:
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For slightly dry bread, use a lower setting than you normally
would.
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Never force foods into the toasting slot. Foods should fit freely
between the guide wires.
For very fresh bread or whole wheat bread, use a higher setting
than normal.
Do not place buttered breads or pastries with fillings or frost-
ings in the toaster, as this could create a fire hazard.
Breads with very uneven surfaces (such as English muffins) will
require a higher toast setting.
Uneven toasting is usually due to bread slices of uneven
thickness.
Thickly cut pieces of bread (including bagels) will take longer to
toast, sometimes significantly longer, since more moisture must
be evaporated from the bread before toasting can occur. Very
thick pieces may require two cycles.
After use, unplug your toaster from the electrical outlet.
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Reheat Function
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
The reheat feature allows you to reheat bread without browning
or toasting.
Always allow the toaster to cool completely before cleaning.
1. Always unplug the toaster from the electrical outlet.
1. Insert slice(s) of bread.
Be sure that multiple slices do not overlap and the carriage is
in the up position.
2. Do not use abrasive cleansers. Simply wipe the exterior with
a clean damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Apply any cleansing
agent to a cloth, not to the toaster, before cleaning.
2. Press the carriage control lever until it locks into position.
3. Turn shade dial to reheat setting.
3. To remove crumbs, slide out the crumb tray and discard
crumbs. Wipe clean and replace. Never operate the toaster `
without the crumb tray in place.
To stop cycle:
When the reheat cycle is complete, the toaster will raise the
bread. If you wish to stop the cycle before it is finished, simply lift
carriage lever to interrupt.
4. To remove any pieces of bread remaining in the toaster, turn
the toaster upside down and gently shake. Never insert any
hard or sharp instruments into the slot, as this could damage
the toaster and cause a safety hazard.
Bagel Function
5. Never wrap the cord around the outside of the toaster. Use
the cord storage cleats on the underside of the toaster.
The bagel feature adds extra time to the toasting cycle to allow for
thicker breads.
1. Insert slice(s) of bread.
Be sure that multiple slices do not overlap and the carriage is
in the up position.
2. Press the carriage control lever until it locks into position.
3. Turn shade dial to bagel setting.
To stop cycle:
When the bagel cycle is complete, the toaster will raise the bread.
If you wish to stop the cycle before it is finished, simply lift the
carriage lever to interrupt.
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THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. ALL APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, GIVEN TO YOU BY LAW, ARE HEREBY
LIMITED IN DURATION TO THIS WARRANTY.
If you have any questions about the safety features of your Cuisinart®
Toaster, please call us, toll-free, at 1-800-472-7606.
CUISINART® DIE-CAST 4-SLICE TOASTER
LIMITED 3 YEAR WARRANTY
This limited warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if
you own a Cuisinart® Toaster which was purchased at retail for personal,
family or household use. This warranty is not available to retailers or other
commercial purchasers or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart® Toaster will be free of defects in materials
and workmanship under normal home use for three years from the original
date of purchase.
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART PRODUCT
If you are experiencing problems with your Cuisinart product, we suggest
that you call our Consumer Service Centre at 1-800-472-7606 before
returning the product for servicing. Often, our Consumer Service
Representatives can help solve the problem without having the product
serviced. If servicing is needed, a representative can confirm whether the
product is under warranty and direct you to the nearest service location.
We suggest you complete and return the enclosed product registration card
promptly to facilitate verification of the date of original purchase. However,
return of the product registration card does not eliminate the need for the
consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase in order to obtain the
warranty benefits. In the event that you do not have proof of purchase
date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of
manufacture. If your toaster should prove to be defective within the warran-
ty period, we will repair or replace it at our option, without charge to you.
To obtain warranty service, simply send the defective product to:
*Important: If the nonconforming product is to be serviced by
someone other than Cuisinart’s Authorized Service Centre,
please remind the Servicer to call our Consumer Service Centre at
1-800-472-7606 to ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed,
the product is serviced with the correct parts, and the product is
still under warranty.
Cuisinart, 156 Parkshore Dr.,
Brampton, Ont. L6T 5M1
or call our Consumer Service Centre
toll-free at 1-800-472-7606.
For added convenience, you may also visit our website at
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return, please also enclose
$7.00 for shipping and handling of the product. Please be sure to include a
return address, description of the product defect, product serial number and
any other information pertinent to the product’s return. Please pay by
cheque or money order.
NOTE: For added protection and secure handling of any Cuisinart® product
that is being returned, we recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery
service. Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for in-transit damage or for
packages that are not delivered to us. Lost and/or damaged products are
not covered under warranty.
Your Cuisinart® Toaster has been manufactured to the strictest specifica-
tions and has been designed for use with authorized Cuisinart® accessories
and replacement parts. THIS WARRANTY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES ANY
DEFECTS OR DAMAGES CAUSED BY ACCESSORIES, REPLACE-
MENT PARTS OR REPAIR SERVICE OTHER THAN THOSE WHICH
HAVE BEEN AUTHORIZED BY CUISINART. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
DOES NOT COVER ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY ACCIDENT, MISUSE,
SHIPMENT OR OTHER THAN ORDINARY HOUSEHOLD USE.
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