4 SLiCe ToaSTer
model number: 169096
uPC: 681131690966
Customer assistance
1-877-207-0923 (us)
1-877-556-0973 (Canada)
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ConSumer SaFeTY inFormaTion
This appliance is intended for household use only.
never Leave Toaster unattended!
this toaster is a metal-body toaster and becomes hot during use. to avoid risk of
burns. Do not touch hot surfaces. Allow toaster to cool before touching, lifting,
cleaning or storing.
Short Power Supply Cord information
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in
or tripping over a long cord. extension cords may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
if an 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. the 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. if the appliance is of
the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
Grounding instructions
this appliance must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from
electrical shock. the appliance is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong
grounding-type plug to fit the proper grounding-type receptacle. the appliance
has a plug that looks like sketch A. An adaptor, sketch B, should be used for
connecting sketch A-type plug to two-ground receptacles. the grounding tab,
which extends from the adaptor, must be connected to a permanent ground such
as a properly grounded outlet box as shown in sketch C, using a metal screw.
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PArts
1. extra-wide toasting slots
2. extra lift toast lever
3. Browning control knob
4. 1-slice button and light
5. Defrost button and light
6. Bagel button and light
7. Cancel button
8. Crumb tray
FeAtures
• extra-wide slot chamber
• individual toasting levers
• Adjustable browning control
• Cancel/eject button to stop toasting cycle
• Bagel, defrost, and 1-slice function
• Cord storage (on base of toaster)
• removable crumb tray for easy cleaning
• extra lift toast lever
4-sLiCe toAster
model no. rated voltage rated power Capacity
Dimensions
Weight
30.21x29.25x19.4 cm
11.89x11.51x7.638
inches
2.7Kg
6.95 lb.
169096 120v 1400W 4 slices
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BeFore usinG For the First time
1. remove all packaging materials, including those which may be inside
the toasting slots or toast Lever slot.
2. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use
abrasive cleaners.
3. Do not put the toaster, cord or plug in water.
4. Be sure the Crumb tray is pushed all the way into the toaster.
5. Plug into a 120v AC outlet.
6. turn the Browning control Knob to (1), the lightest setting.
7. Lower the toasting Lever until it locks in place. operated without bread once or
twice to burn off any manufacturing residue. You may notice a slight amount of
smoke; this is normal and wills top as the heating elements continue to heat.
GenerAL instruCtions
this toaster is equipped with an automatic reset function. After each use, the
toaster resets to “toaster” mode. the unit is in toaster mode when none of the
function buttons have been selected.
this toaster has 2 sets of controls, each set controlling the 2 toaster slots directly
above. Whenever only one toaster slot is used in a set, it is recommended that the
1 slice function be used (except Bagel mode) for that set.
toAstinG BreAD
noTe: the toasting Lever will not lock into position unless the toaster is plugged in!
noTe: When toasting one or three slices, press down on the toasting Lever(s) and
then press the 1-slice button on the control for the side that has a single slice.
noTe: When toasting less than four slices, the bread may be placed in any
toasting slot. the Centering Guides will automatically center the slice for even
toasting.
noTe: Do not change the Browning Control selection during the toast cycle. First
press the Cancel Button; then turn the Browning Control Knob to adjust the
browning level.
1. Be sure no bread or other objects are inside the toasting slot. Place toaster on
a flat, level, heat-resistant surface and plug the power cord into a 120v AC
electrical outlet.
2. turn the Browning Control Knob to desired setting: (1) is the lightest setting and
(7) is the darkest. You may want to experiment with the Browning Control Knob
to determine your preference. For the first use, set the Browning Control Knob to
medium (4).
3. remove all protective wrappings from food before placing into the toasting
slots. Avoid toasting torn bread slices that may be lodged in toasting slot.
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4. insert the bread of toaster food into the toasting slots. Lower the toast Lever
until it locks into place. the Centering Guides will automatically center the food
for even toasting. When the food is lowered into position, it will automatically
begin to toast.
5. When the toaster or toaster food reaches the selected browning level, it will pop
up and toaster will shut off automatically.
extra Lift Function: to remove smaller breads or items such as crumpets or
english muffins, this unit is equipped with an extra Lift function. Lift up on the
toast Lever after toasting is complete.
6. to stop or interrupt any toasting Cycle, press the Cancel Button, the bread will
automatically rise and the toaster will turn off.
7. unplug cord from wall outlet when not in use.
noTe: to prevent fire hazard, never place food over opening of the toaster slot(s).
imPorTanT: never use a fork or sharp-edged utensil to remove toast, because
that may damage the heating element or cause injury.
1 sLiCe instruCtions
noTe: 1 slice function works in toast and defrost modes only (see specific
instructions in this manual). 1 slice mode is not for use in Bagel mode.
1. remove all protective wrappings from food before placing into the toasting slot.
Avoid toasting torn slices of bread or broken pastries that may get lodged in
toasting slot.
2. Place toaster on a flat, level surface.
3. Plug the toaster into a 120v AC electrical outlet.
4. turn the Browning Control Knob to desired setting: (1) is the lightest setting and (7)
is the darkest. You may want to experiment with the Browning Control Knob to
determine your preference. For the first use, set the Browning Control Knob to
medium (4).
5. Place one slice bread in any toasting siot. Push down on the toasting Lever first
and then press the 1 slice button. the 1 slice light will come on.
noTe: When using only one toasting slot to toast food, the food may be placed in
any toasting slot. the Centering Guides will automatically center the food for even
toasting.
6. toast or toaster food will automatically pop up when the cycle is finished. the
toaster will shut off automatically. the automatic reset function returns the
toaster to normal toaster mode after each cycle.
extra Lift Function: to remove smaller breads or items such as crumpets or
english muffins, this unit is equipped with an extra Lift function. Lift up on the
toast Lever after toasting is complete.
7. to stop or interrupt any toasting Cycle, press the Cancel Button. the bread will
automatically rise and the toaster will shut off.
8. unplug cord from wall outlet when not in use.
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toAstinG BAGeLs AnD enGLish muFFins
1. remove all protective wrappings from food before placing into the toasting
slots. Avoid toasting torn bagels or english muffins that may be lodged in
toasting slot.
2. Place toaster on a flat, level surface.
3. Plug the toaster into a 120v AC electrical outlet.
4. turn the Browning Control Knob to desired setting: (1) is the lightest setting and
(7) is the darkest. You may want to experiment with the Browning Control Knob
to determine your preference. For the first use, set the Browning Control Knob
to medium (4).
5. slice bagel or english muffin half. Place bagel or english muffin toasting slots.
turn the cut side of bagels or english muffins out towards the side elements (as
indicated on the toaster). Push down on the toast Lever first and then press the
Bagel button. the Bagel light will light.
noTe: When using less than four toasting slots to toast food, the food may be
placed in any toasting slot. the Centering Guides will automatically center the
food for even toasting.
6. Bagel or english muffin will automatically pop up when the cycle is finished. the
toaster will shut off automatically. the automatic reset function returns the
toaster to normal after each cycle.
extra Lift Function: to remove smaller breads or items such as crumpets or
english muffins, this unit is equipped with an extra Lift function. Lift up on the
toast Lever after toasting is complete.
7. to stop or interrupt any toasting Cycle, press the Cancel Button. the bread will
automatically rise and the toaster will turn off.
8. unplug cord from wall outlet when not in use.
noTe: Do not use this toaster for toasting pastry items with running frosting or
open fillings.
DeFrost instruCtions
noTe: non-frozen (or thawed) pastries should be toasted using the default toast
Cycle. Follow the package instructions.
1. remove all protective wrappings from food before placing into the toasting
slots. Avoid toasting torn slices of bread or broken pastries that may be lodged
in toasting slot.
2. Place toaster on a flat, level surface.
3. Plug the toaster into a 120v AC electrical outlet.
4. turn the Browning Control Knob to desired setting: (1) is the lightest setting and
(7) is the darkest. You may want to experiment with the Browning Control Knob
to determine your preference. For the first use, set the Browning Control Knob
to medium (4).
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5. Place frozen food in toasting siots. Push Down on the toasting Lever first and
then press the Defrost Button. the Defrost Light will illuminate.
noTe: When defrosting only one slice, press down on the toasting Lever, then
press the 1-slice and defrost button. Both indicator lights will illuminate.
noTe: When using less than four toasting slots to toast food, the food may be
placed in any toasting slot. the Centering Guides will automatically center the
food for even toasting.
6. toast or toaster food will automatically pop up when the cycle is finished. the
toaster will shut off automatically. the automatic reset function returns the
toaster to normal toaster mode after each cycle.
extra Lift Function: to remove smaller breads or items such as crumpets or
english muffins, this unit is equipped with an extra Lift function. Lift up on the
toast Lever after toasting is complete.
8. to stop or interrupt the Defrost Cycle, press the CAnCeL button. the bread will
automatically rise and the toaster will turn off.
9. unplug cord from wall outlet when not in use.
noTe: to prevent fire hazard, never place food over opening of the toaster slot(s).
removinG LoDGeD FooDs
if a piece of bread or any other toaster food becomes lodged in either of the
toasting slots, unplug the toaster and allow it to cool. hold the toast Lever down.
turn the toaster upside down and shake the food loose.
imPorTanT: never use a fork or sharp-edged utensil to remove toast, damage
may occur to the heating element or cause injury.
imPortAnt Points
remove all protective wrappings from food before placing in the toasting slot. For
best results, clean the Crumb tray frequently.
• Different breads require different browning settings. raise toast Lever by
pressing the CAnCeL Button at any time to check toast color.
• Do not block top openings. Do not place any object over the top openings.
• Do not reheat or toast buttered breads. melted butter will cause fire.
• thin bread or sweet bread products, such as tea cakes and fruit loaf, brown
much faster than ordinary bread and should be toasted on the lighter settings.
• never immerse toaster, cord or plug in water or other liquid.
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user mAintenAnCe instruCtions
this appliance requires little maintenance. it contains no user-serviceable parts.
Do not try to repair it yourself.
CauTion: Do not immerse toaster, cord or plug in water or any other liquid.
CLeAninG
CauTion: Be sure the toaster is unplugged before cleaning.
Wipe the toaster exterior with a clean, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Do not put cord or plug in water or liquid.
Crumb TraY: to prevent electric shock, unplug toaster. remove the Crumb tray at
bottom of the toaster. Pull the Crumb tray away from the bottom of the toaster
and allow the crumbs to fall out. We suggest that you do this over a sink or over a
garbage can.
Wipe the Crumb tray with a clean, damp cloth. replace the Crumb tray, making
sure to push firmly so that it is fully inserted in the bottom of the toaster.
eXTerior: Wipe surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers,
as they may scratch the surfaces.
SToraGe
unplug unit, allow to cool, and clean before storing. store toaster in its box in a
clean, dry place.
never store toaster while it is hot or still plugged in.
never wrap cord tightly around the appliance.
Do not put any stress on the cord where it enters the unit, as it could cause the
cord to fray and break.
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Customer AssistAnCe
For faster service, please have the model number and product name ready for the
operator to assist you. this number can be found on the bottom of your appliance and
on the front page of this manual.
model number: ____________________ Product name:_________________________
Customer Assistance number 1-877-207-0923 (u.s.) or 1-877-556-0973 (Canada)
Keep these numbers for future reference!
How does state law relate to this
Two-Year LimiTed warranTY
warranty?
what does your warranty cover?
• this warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state
or province to province.
• Any defect in material or workmanship.
For how long after the original purchase?
• two years.
• this warranty is in lieu of any other
warranty or condition, whether express
or implied, written or oral, including,
without limitation, any statutory
warranty or condition of merchantability
or fitness for a particular purpose.
what will we do?
• Provide you with a new one.
• For those items still under warranty but
no longer available, WAL-mArt reserves
the right to replace with a similar Ge
branded product of equal or greater value.
• WAL-mArt, Ge and the product
manufacturer expressly disclaim all
responsibility for special, incidental and
consequential damages or losses caused
by use of this appliance. Any liability is
expressly limited to an amount equal to
the purchase price paid whether a claim,
however instituted, is based on contract,
indemnity, warranty, tort (including
negligence), strict liability, or otherwise.
some states or provinces do not allow
this exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential losses so the foregoing
disclaimer may not apply to you.
How do you make a warranty claim?
• save your receipt.
• Properly pack your unit. We recommend
using the original carton and packing
materials.
• return the product to your nearest
WAL-mArt store or call Customer
Assistance at 1-877-207-0923 (u.s.)
or 1-877-556-0973 (Canada).
what does your warranty not cover?
• Parts subject to wear, including, without
limitation, glass parts, glass containers,
cutter/strainer, blades, seals, gaskets,
clutches, motor brushes, and/or
agitators, etc.
• Commercial use or any other use not
found in printed directions.
• Damage from misuse, abuse, or neglect,
including failure to clean product
regularly in accordance with
what if you encounter a problem with
this product while using it outside the
country of purchase?
• the warranty is valid only in the country
of purchase and you follow the warranty
claim procedure as noted.
manufacturer’s instructions.
marketed in Canada by:
Wal-mart Canada Corp.
1940 Argentia road, mississauga, ontario L5n1P9
is a trademark of General electric
Company and is used under the
license by Wal-mart stores inc.,
Bentonville, Ar 72716
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