KitchenAid 4 Slice Manual Lift Toaster KMT4115CU Instruction Manual

1. Introduction

Thank you for choosing the KitchenAid 4 Slice Manual Lift Toaster KMT4115CU. This toaster is designed to make everyday meals simply delicious by easily toasting your favorite breads, bagels, and more. Its extra-wide slots accommodate a variety of shapes and sizes, including homemade or craft breads. Enjoy personalized toasting with adjustable shade control and dual independent controls, allowing you to prepare toast for multiple people simultaneously, exactly to their preference. The manual high-lift lever ensures easy retrieval of smaller items.

Image 1: The KitchenAid 4 Slice Toaster KMT4115CU in Contour Silver, positioned on a kitchen countertop with various bread items, showcasing its sleek design and capacity.

2. Important Safety Instructions

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

• Read all instructions before operating the toaster.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or toaster in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• To disconnect, turn any control to 'off', then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• Oversize foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not be inserted in a toaster as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
• A fire may occur if toasters are 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.
• Do not operate unattended.

3. Parts and Features

Familiarize yourself with the components of your KitchenAid toaster for optimal performance.

• Toasting Slots: Four extra-wide slots to accommodate various bread types and sizes.
• Shade Control Dials: Independent dials for each pair of slots, offering 5 browning settings from light (1) to dark (5).
• Cancel Buttons: Immediately stops the toasting cycle and ejects the food.
• Bagel Buttons: Activates the bagel function, toasting the cut side more than the outer side.
• High-Lift Levers: Manually raises the toast carriage for easy retrieval of smaller items.
• Removable Crumb Trays: Located at the back for easy cleaning of crumbs.

Image 2: A top-down view of the KitchenAid 4 Slice Toaster KMT4115CU, showing bagels and bread slices inserted into the extra-wide slots, highlighting the dual controls.

4. Setup

1. Unpack: Carefully remove the toaster and all packaging materials.
2. Placement: Place the toaster on a dry, stable, heat-resistant surface, away from walls, curtains, and other flammable materials. Ensure adequate ventilation around the toaster.
3. First Use: Before toasting food for the first time, operate the toaster without bread on the highest shade setting (5) to burn off any manufacturing residues. A slight odor or smoke may be present; this is normal and will dissipate.

5. Operating Instructions

This toaster features dual independent controls, allowing you to toast two different items or settings simultaneously.

5.1. Toasting Bread

1. Insert Bread: Place up to two slices of bread into the toasting slots for each independent section.
2. Select Shade: Turn the corresponding Shade Control Dial to your desired browning level (1 for light, 5 for dark).
3. Start Toasting: Press down the High-Lift Lever until it locks into place. The toasting cycle will begin.
4. Retrieve Toast: Once the cycle is complete, the toast will automatically eject. Use the High-Lift Lever to raise the toast higher for easier retrieval of smaller items.

5.2. Using the Bagel Function

The Bagel function is designed to toast the cut side of the bagel while gently warming the outer side.

1. Insert Bagel: Place one half of a bagel into each toasting slot, with the cut side facing inward (towards the center heating elements).
2. Select Shade: Turn the corresponding Shade Control Dial to your desired browning level.
3. Activate Bagel: Press the Bagel Button. The indicator light will illuminate.
4. Start Toasting: Press down the High-Lift Lever until it locks into place. The toasting cycle will begin with the specialized bagel heating.
5. Retrieve Bagel: Once the cycle is complete, the bagel will automatically eject. Use the High-Lift Lever for easy retrieval.

5.3. Using the Cancel Button

To stop the toasting cycle at any time, simply press the Cancel Button. The toast will immediately eject.

6. Maintenance and Cleaning

Regular cleaning ensures optimal performance and longevity of your toaster.

1. Unplug and Cool: Always unplug the toaster from the power outlet and allow it to cool completely before cleaning.
2. Empty Crumb Trays: Locate the removable crumb trays at the back of the toaster. Pull them out, empty the crumbs, and wipe them clean with a damp cloth. Ensure they are completely dry before reinserting.
3. Clean Exterior: Wipe the exterior of the toaster with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads, as they may scratch the finish.
4. Do Not Immerse: Never immerse the toaster in water or any other liquid.

7. Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with your toaster, refer to the following common problems and solutions:

• Toaster Not Turning On: Ensure the power cord is securely plugged into a working electrical outlet. Check your circuit breaker.
• Toast Not Ejecting: Make sure the High-Lift Lever is fully depressed to start the cycle. If toast is stuck, unplug the toaster and carefully remove the item using non-metallic utensils.
• Toast Too Light or Too Dark: Adjust the Shade Control Dial to a lower setting for lighter toast or a higher setting for darker toast. Different types of bread may require different settings.
• Uneven Toasting: Ensure bread slices are centered in the slots. For bagels, confirm the Bagel function is activated and the cut side faces inward.

8. Specifications

Image 3: The KitchenAid 4 Slice Toaster KMT4115CU with its key dimensions (depth, width, height) clearly labeled for reference.

9. Warranty and Customer Support

For warranty information and customer support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official KitchenAid website. You may also contact KitchenAid customer service for assistance with product registration, parts, or service inquiries.