KitchenAid 5KMT4109 2 Slice and 4 Slice Toasters Owner's Manual

Q: Can I use metal utensils to probe inside the toaster slots?
- A: No, it is important to avoid using any metal objects inside the toaster slots to prevent damage.
Q: What does the BAGEL function do?
- A: The BAGEL function toasts the inside of a cut bagel without burning the outside surface.

PRODUCT SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

Read all instructions. Misuse of appliance may result in personal injury.
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.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
WARNING: To prevent electric shock, unplug before servicing.
Do not operate the Toaster with a damaged cord or plug, or after the Toaster malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Return the Toaster to the nearest Authorized Service Center for examination, repair, or adjustment.
Do not use the appliance outdoors.
To disconnect, turn any control to off, then remove plug from wall outlet.
The use of accessories/attachments not recommended or sold by KitchenAid may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by KitchenAid, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Do not use Toaster for other than intended use.

The bread may burn, therefore do not use the Toaster near or below combustible material, such as curtains.
Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not be inserted in the Toaster as they may involve a risk of fire or electric shock.
A fire may occur if the Toaster is covered with or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls and the like when in operation.

Do not attempt to dislodge food when the Toaster is plugged in.
Never leave the appliance unattended while it is in operation.
When heating toaster pastries, always use the lightest toast color setting.

The appliances are not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
Refer to the “Care and Cleaning” section for instructions on cleaning the surfaces in contact with food.
Allow the appliance to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
- farmhouses;
- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Voltage: 220-240 V~
Frequency: 50-60 Hz
Power: 5KMT2109: 823-980 W,

5KMT4109: 1640-1960 W

NOTE: Your Toaster has an earth prong plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in an outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or technician install an outlet near the appliance. A short power supply cord (or detachable power supply cord) should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

GETTING STARTED

Before using your Toaster for the first time, check the Slots and remove any packing or printed material that might have fallen inside during shipping or handling.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the Toaster, do not probe inside the Toaster Slots with any metal objects, including utensils.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Tuck the power cord into the channel of the Cord Guide on the bottom of the Toaster so that it exits from the rear of the Toaster beneath the Crumb Tray. Plug into an grounded outlet.
NOTE: You may see light smoke the first time you use the Toaster. This is normal. The smoke is harmless and will soon dissipate.

PRODUCT USAGE

FUNCTION BUTTONS

TOASTING

Insert bread or other food to be toasted into the slot(s).
TIP: For even toasting, toast only one bread type and thickness at a time. If toasting bagels, be sure to press the Bagel button . See “Toasting Bagels” section.
NOTE: The age, type, and moisture level of different breads may require different shade settings. For example, dry bread will brown more rapidly than moist bread and will require a lighter setting.
Select your desired shade by raising the Shade Lever for darker toasting or lowering the lever for lighter toasting.
Press down on the Start Lever to start the toasting cycle. The toast will pop up automatically at the end of the cycle and the Toaster will turn off.
NOTE: If using a function button, you must lower the Start Lever first before selecting the function. The LED light next to the function will be lit while the function is in use.

To cancel toasting at any time, press Cancel button . The toast will pop up and the Toaster will turn off.

TIP: For smaller items, lift up on the Start Lever to raise toast above the top of the Toaster.

TOASTING BAGELS

Your Toaster features a special Setting for bagels, ensuring optimal heating time for the best results. The heating elements will adjust to nicely toast the inside of a cut bagel without burning the outside surface.

Insert bagels as indicated by the Bagel Icon on top of the Toaster.
With the Shade Lever set to your desired shade, press down on the Start Lever to start the toasting cycle.

Press button ; the Bagel Indicator Light will glow. The bagels will pop up automatically at the end of the Cycle and the Toaster will turn off.
TIP: The Bagel function can be used at the same time as the Defrost function.

DEFROST

The Defrost function adds extra time to the toasting cycle to defrost frozen items before toasting them.

1. Insert bread or other food to be toasted into the Slots.
2. With the Shade Lever set to your desired shade, press down on the Start Lever to start the toasting cycle.
3. Press button; the Defrost Indicator Light will glow. The toast will pop up automatically at the end of the cycle and the Toaster will turn off.

A LITTLE LONGER

This function allows you to toast something for just “A Little Longer” at the touch of a button without changing your favorite setting. Use this function after the toasting cycle is complete and the toast has risen.

Press down on the Start Lever to lower the toast again into the Toaster to resume toasting.
Press Little Longer button ; the toast will pop up automatically at the end of the cycle and the Toaster will turn off.

REHEAT

This function allows you to quickly reheat previously toasted foods.

Insert the previously toasted food into the Slots.
NOTE: Do not place food with butter or any other topping in the Toaster. Use the Reheat Function with dry foods only.
Press down on the Start Lever to start the toasting cycle.

Press the Reheat button; The toast will pop up automatically at the end of the cycle and the Toaster will turn off, or you may press Cancel at any time to cancel the function.
NOTE: No shade adjustment is necessary — the Reheat function overrides whatever shade level you have set.

CARE AND CLEANING

CLEANING THE TOASTER

IMPORTANT: The Crumb Tray will be hot immediately following a toasting cycle. Allow the Toaster to cool before emptying the Crumb Tray. Allow the appliance to cool completely before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.

NOTE: For consistent browning results, empty the Crumb Tray after each use.

Unplug the Toaster and let it cool before cleaning.
Wipe the Toaster with a soft, damp cotton cloth. Do not use paper towels, abrasive cleansers, or liquid cleaning products. Do not immerse the Toaster in water.
NOTE: If grease or oil splatters on the Toaster, wipe splatters away immediately using a clean, damp cotton cloth.

Press the PUSH icon located in the center of the Crumb Tray.
Once the Crumb Tray has opened slightly, slide it out of the Toaster and shake the crumbs into a waste container.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to open the Crumb Tray by pressing the PUSH icon. Forcing the Crumb Tray open may damage the Crumb Tray.
The Crumb Tray should be hand washed only.

Replace the Crumb Tray by sliding it back into its slot, and pressing in on the center of the Crumb Tray until it clicks into place.
NOTE: Do not use the Toaster without the Crumb Tray installed.
NOTE: KitchenAid does not recommend the use of a Toaster cover.

Documents / Resources

KitchenAid 5KMT4109 2 Slice and 4 Slice Toasters [pdf] Owner's Manual
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References

User Manual

KitchenAid 5KMT4109 2 Slice and 4 Slice Toasters

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