Cuisinart CPT-T40 Touchscreen Toaster
Important Safeguards
Read these carefully before using the Cuisinart CPT-T40 Touchscreen Toaster Instruction Manual.
- Always unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or handling.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or levers.
- To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug, or place any part of the toaster in water or other liquids. See instructions for cleaning.
- This appliance should not be used by or near children, or individuals with certain disabilities. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been dropped, dropped in water, or damaged in any way, or if it is not operating properly.
Special Cord Set Instructions
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a long extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
Features And Benefits
- Dual Control Panels
Two separate control panels allow you to toast different bread types at the same time. - 1½-inch Toasting Slots
Wide toasting slots will accommodate a wide variety of bread types. - Lever with QuickView™ Feature
Press down the lever to begin toasting. Lift the lever at any time and observe the browning shade status without interrupting the toasting cycle (see page 5). - Browning Shade Settings
Touch a number (1–6) to select your desired browning level. - Bagel
A customized setting for bagels. The bagel icon will illuminate when selected.
Before First Use
Unwind the power cord. Check that the crumb tray is in place and that there is nothing in the toaster slots. Plug the power cord into the wall outlet.
Reveal Screen Technology
The control panels become invisible when the unit is in idle mode – making this a statement piece in your kitchen. To select your options, simply touch the icon to wake up your screens and choose how you want to toast!
Idle Mode
- After 5 minutes with no operation, control panels will turn off, leaving only the Power icon.
- The toaster can be manually put into idle mode by pressing the Power control; all icons except Power will turn off.
General Operation
Read these carefully before using the Cuisinart CPT-T40 Touchscreen Toaster Instruction Manual.
- Insert slice(s) of bread
Be sure that the lever is in the up position. - Select desired bread options
BAGEL, DEFROST, and/or SINGLE. - Set the browning level
Touch desired shade setting number 1–6. The shade range is as follows: - To begin toasting
Press the carriage lever until it locks in the down position and toasting will begin. - To stop cycle
When the toasting cycle is finished, the toast will be raised. If you wish to stop the cycle before it is finished, simply touch the Cancel or Power button. - After use, unplug the toaster from the electrical outlet.
Functions
Quickview
The Quickview feature allows you to check on the toasting progress without interrupting the cycle.
+30 Seconds
The +30 Secs function allows you to extend the toasting time by 30 seconds.
- The +30 Secs icon will go from semi-lit to fully lit and start flashing. The current shade countdown will be paused.
If selected after the toasting cycle has been completed:
- The +30 Secs icon will illuminate and shade setting numbers will disappear. Once the lever is pushed down, the +30 Secs icon will flash until time has elapsed.
Tips And Hints
Notes on Browning
Toasting is a combination of cooking and drying of the bread. Therefore, differences in moisture level from one item to another can result in varying toasting times.
- For slightly dry bread, use a lower setting than you normally would.
- For very fresh bread or whole-wheat bread, use a higher setting than normal.
- Breads with very uneven surfaces (such as English muffins) will require a higher toast setting.
- Before toasting bagels, slice each into two halves
Frozen Bread
Use the Defrost function to defrost and then toast these items. Simply insert the frozen item, select the desired function, select Defrost, select the desired browning setting (1–6), and then press down the lever to start.
Toaster Pastries
Exercise caution with toaster pastries; the filling can become quite hot long before the surface of the pastry becomes browned. Start by using the lightest setting. Never leave toaster pastries unattended while toasting or warming.
For Best Results
- Never force foods into the toasting slots. Foods should fit freely between the guide wires.
- Do not place buttered bread in the toaster, as this could create a fire hazard.
- Uneven toasting is usually due to inserting slices of uneven thickness
Cleaning And Maintenance
Read these carefully before using the Cuisinart CPT-T40 Touchscreen Toaster Instruction Manual.
- Always unplug the toaster from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners. Simply wipe the exterior with a clean, damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
- To remove crumbs, slide out the crumb tray and discard the crumbs. Wipe clean and replace. Never operate the toaster without the crumb tray in place.
- 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 slots, as this could damage the toaster and cause a safety hazard.
- Never wrap the cord around the outside of the toaster. Use the cord storage cleats on the underside of the toaster.
- Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
Warranty
Limited Three Year Warranty
This warranty is available to U.S. consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® Touchscreen 4-Slice Toaster that was purchased at retail for personal, family, or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners. We warrant that your Cuisinart® Touchscreen 4-Slice Toaster will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase.
California Residents Only
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart products of the same type. The retail store shall then, according to its preference, either repair the product, refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the consumer’s prior usage of the product.
Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty
Your ultimate satisfaction with Cuisinart products is our goal, so if your Cuisinart Touchscreen 4-Slice Toaster fails within the generous warranty period, we will repair it or, if necessary, replace it at no cost to you. To obtain a return shipping label, email us at https://www.cuisinart.com/customer-care/product-return. Or call our toll-free customer service department at 1-800-726-0190 to speak with a representative. Trademarks or service marks of third parties used herein are the trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.
Contact Information
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