Glass Toaster
OWNER’S MANUAL
RHG2T
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord,
plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug
or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in
any manner. Contact Consumer Service for examination,
repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a
heated oven.
11. To disconnect, press the
plug from wall outlet.
CANCEL Button, then remove
12. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
13. Oversize foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not be
inserted in a Toaster as they may involve a risk of fire or
electric shock.
14. A fire may occur if toasters are covered or touching
flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and
the like, when in operation.
15. Do not attempt to dislodge food when toaster is plugged in.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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CAUTION:
DO NOT toast pastries with runny fillings or frosting.
DO NOT toast torn slices of bread.
DO NOT place buttered bread or wrapped food into the Toaster.
DO NOT toast small-size breads, mini-baguettes, breadsticks, etc.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is
intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the
plug in any way.
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is
provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.
Do not use an extension cord with this product.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating from the
finish of the counter top or table top or other furniture, place
NON-PLASTIC coasters or place mats between the appliance
and the finish of the counter top or table top.
Failure to do so may cause the finish to darken, permanent
blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your
appliance may not operate properly. It should be operated on a
separate electrical circuit from other appliances.
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Russell Hobbs® Glass
Toaster. Russell Hobbs has combined stainless steel and glass with
elegant and angular lines to create this beautiful kitchen
appliance. These practical features are perfect to add style to
any kitchen.
PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATIONS
Crumb Tray
(P/N 22407)
Toasting Slot
Outside Heating
Element
Back
Glass Panel
(P/N 22408B)
Inside
Heating
Element
Toasting
Lever
Toasting
Controls
Front Glass Panel with
Control Markings
(P/N 22408C)
Cord
Storage
(on
bottom of
Toaster)
Washer
(behind
Glass)
Set of 4 Screws
and 4 Washers
(P/N 22409)
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
1. Carefully unpack your Russell Hobbs Glass Toaster.
2. To remove any dust that may have accumulated during
packaging, simply wipe the Toaster’s Glass exterior with a
clean, damp cloth.
3. Do not use abrasive cleansers.
4. Never place the Toaster, cord or plug in water or any
other liquid.
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Operating Instructions
SELECTING TOAST COLOR
Toasting
Indicator
Light
Bagel
Indicator
Light
Lighter
Browning Level Lights
Darker
Cancel
The Toasting Controls are located at the front of the Toaster. When
the Toaster is plugged in, the Browning Level Lights will illuminate.
Press the
LIGHTER or the
DARKER Browning Controls to
lighten or darken the toast. Additional Browning Level Lights will
illuminate as the toasting color is darkened: 1 illuminated Light for
warm and very light toasting, up to 7 illuminated Lights for dark
toasting. For your first toasting, the Browning Level should be set
at medium toasting (4 illuminated Lights), then adjust each
subsequent toasting to your preference.
CAUTION: This appliance is hot during use. Always use oven mitts
when handling hot materials. Do not place anything on top of
the Toaster while it is operating or while it is hot.
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TOASTING BREAD
1. Place your Toaster on a flat, level surface.
2. Plug the Toaster into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The Browning
Level Lights will illuminate.
3. Adjust the toast color desired by pressing the
the DARKER Browning Controls. The Browning Level Lights
will indicate color selected.
LIGHTER or
4. Remove all protective wrappings from food before placing
into the Toasting Slot. Avoid toasting torn bread slices or
broken pastries that may get lodged in Toasting Slot.
5. Insert the bread, bagel, or toaster food into the Toasting Slot.
Press the Toasting Lever downward 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. The Toasting Indicator Light will
illuminate.
NOTE: The Toasting Lever will not lock into position unless the
Toaster is plugged in!
NOTE: When toasting a single slice, the bread or toaster food may
be placed anywhere in the Toasting Slot.
NOTE: To prevent a fire hazard, never place bread over the
opening of the Toaster, but always place it into the Slot.
NOTE: DO NOT change the Adjustable Browning Control selection
during the toasting cycle. First press
CANCEL, then press
the Browning Controls to adjust the browning level. Replace
bread and toast until the desired toast color is achieved.
6. When the toast reaches the selected browning level, it will
pop up. The Toasting Indicator Light will turn off.
7. Remove bread from Toasting Slot. Use care when removing
bread as the bread and Toaster will still be hot.
8. Unplug cord from wall outlet when not in use.
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USING THE BAGEL MODE
The BAGEL Mode is especially helpful when toasting bagels, or if
you would prefer to toast your bread or toaster food with one
side darker.
1. Always slice bagels into equal halves before toasting.
2. Place your Toaster on a flat, level surface.
3. Plug the Toaster into a 120V AC electrical outlet. The Browning
Level Lights will illuminate.
4. Adjust the toast color desired by pressing the
the DARKER Browning Controls. The Browning Level Lights
will indicate color selected.
LIGHTER or
5. Place the cut side of the bagel facing the front of the Toaster,
with the Toasting Controls labelled on the Glass. When in the
BAGEL Mode, the inside Heating Element will toast darker than
the outside Heating Element.
6. As soon as the Toasting Lever is lowered and locked into
position, press the BAGEL Button. The Bagel Indicator Light
will illuminate, indicating the Toaster is ON and in the
BAGEL Mode.
IMPORTANT: The BAGEL Mode will not work properly if you press
the BAGEL Button first, then lower the Toasting Lever.
7. When the bagel or toaster food reaches the selected color, it
will pop up. The Bagel Indicator Light will turn off.
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CANCEL BUTTON
At any time during the toasting process, you may press the
CANCEL Button to end the toasting function and force the bread
to pop up.
CONVENIENCE FOODS TOASTING
Today there are many varieties of packaged convenience foods
available, both frozen and non-frozen (shelf pastry) that can be
toasted in your Toaster.
Since toaster foods and individual tastes vary, it is difficult to
recommend exact Toast Color Control Settings. However, after a
little experimentation, you will discover the best setting for your
needs. You may also wish to refer to the heating instructions on
the food packaging.
PASTRY
For best results, follow the instructions printed on the pastry
package. If the package does not have instructions, press the
LIGHTER or the
DARKER Browning Controls until 4 Browning
Level Lights are illuminated, indicating a MEDIUM color has been
selected. Some pastries may require a second toasting cycle.
NOTE: Do not use this Toaster for toasting pastry items with runny-
type frosting or open fillings.
REMOVING LODGED TOAST
If a piece of toast becomes lodged in the Toaster, unplug the
Toaster and allow to cool. Press the Toasting Lever down. Turn the
Toaster upside down, and shake the toast loose.
IMPORTANT: Never use a fork or sharp-edged utensil to remove
toast, because that may damage the heating element or
cause injury.
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IMPORTANT POINTS
• Remove all protective wrappings from food before placing in
the Toasting Slot.
• For best results, clean Crumb Tray frequently.
• Different breads require different color settings. Raise Toasting
Lever manually or press the
check toast color.
CANCEL Button at any time to
• Do not block top opening. Do not place any object over the
top opening.
• Do not toast buttered bread or buttered pita bread. Melted
butter will cause fire.
• Bread which has been toasted but not buttered may be
reheated. Use a lighter setting and watch it carefully.
• When toasting more than one slice of bread, use slices of
similar size, thickness and freshness.
• Stale bread, thin bread or sweet bread products, such as tea
cakes and fruit loaf, brown much more quickly than ordinary
bread, so they should be toasted on the lighter settings.
• Never immerse Toaster, cord or plug in water or other liquid.
• Never use a fork or sharp-edged utensil to remove toast,
because that may damage the heating element or
cause injury.
User Maintenance Instructions
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user
serviceable parts. Do not try to repair it yourself. Any servicing that
requires disassembly other than cleaning must be performed by a
qualified appliance repair technician.
REMOVING AND CLEANING THE GLASS PANEL
1. Always unplug the Toaster and allow it to completely cool
before cleaning or removing the Glass Panels.
2. Use your fingers to unscrew the Screws at the corners of
each of the Glass Panels.
WARNING: DO NOT USE PLIERS OR ANY OTHER TOOL TO REMOVE
SCREWS. USING ANY TYPE OF TOOL MAY DAMAGE THE FINISH
ON THE SCREWS AND BREAK THE GLASS.
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User Maintenance Instructions
(Continued)
3. Lift the Glass Panels off. Remove the Washers from the back of
the Glass— don’t lose them!
4. Wash the Glass Panels in warm soapy water and dry
thoroughly.
5. Replace the Glass Panels, one at a time.
IMPORTANT: Avoid touching the insides of the Glass Panels to
prevent smudges or fingerprints on the Glass.
6. Fit the small end of the Washers into the holes behind the
Glass. Hold the Glass firmly so that the holes align with the
holes in the Toaster.
7. Replace the Screws and finger-tighten only — don’t use tools.
WARNING: DO NOT USE PLIERS OR ANY OTHER TOOL TO REPLACE
SCREWS. USING ANY TYPE OF TOOL MAY DAMAGE THE FINISH
ON THE SCREWS AND BREAK THE GLASS.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Do not immerse Toaster, cord, or plug in water or any
other liquid.
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: Remove the Crumb Tray at bottom of the Toaster by
pulling the Crumb Tray away from the bottom of the Toaster,
allowing 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 INSTRUCTIONS
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,
use the Cord Storage area on the bottom of the Toaster. 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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LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Warranty: This Russell Hobbs® product is warranted by Salton, Inc. to be free from defects in materials or
workmanship for a period of (1) year from the original purchase date. This product warranty covers only the
original consumer purchaser of the product.
Warranty Coverage: This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident in shipment,
unreasonable use, misuse, neglect, improper service, commercial use, repairs by unauthorized personnel,
normal wear and tear, improper assembly, installation or maintenance abuse or other causes not arising out
of defects in materials or workmanship. This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and
operated in the USA, and does not extend to any units which have been used in violation of written
instructions furnished with the product or to units which have been altered or modified or to damage to
products or parts thereof which have had the serial number removed, altered, defaced or rendered illegible.
Implied Warranties: ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH THE PURCHASER MAY HAVE ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Warranty Performance: During the above one-year warranty period, a product with a defect will be
either repaired or replaced with a reconditioned comparable model (at our option) when the product is
returned to the Repair Center, or the purchase price refunded. The repaired or replacement product will be
in warranty for the balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period. No charge
will be made for such repair or replacement.
Service and Repair: Should the appliance malfunction, you should first call toll-free 1 (800) 233-9054 between
the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Central Standard Time and ask for CONSUMER SERVICE stating that you
are a consumer with a problem. Please refer to model number RHG2T when you call.
In-Warranty Service (USA): For an appliance covered under the warranty period, no charge is made for
service or postage. Call for return authorization (800) 233-9054.
Out-of Warranty Service: A flat rate charge by model is made for out-of-warranty service. Include
$15.00 (U.S.) for return shipping and handling. We will notify you by mail of the amount of the charge for
service and require you to pay in advance for the repair or replacement.
For Products Purchased in the USA, but Used in Canada: You may return the product insured,
packaged with sufficient protection, and postage and insurance prepaid to the USA address listed below.
Please note that all customs duty / brokerage fees, if any, must be paid by you and we will require you to pay
the cost of customs duty / brokerage fees to us in advance of our performing any service.
Risk During Shipment: We cannot assume responsibility for loss or damage during incoming shipment.
For your protection, carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier. Be sure to
enclose the following items with your appliance: any accessories related to your problem, your full return
address and daytime phone number, a note describing the problem you experienced, a copy of your sales
receipt or other proof of purchase to determine warranty status. C.O.D. shipments cannot be accepted.
To return the appliance, ship to:
ATTN: Repair Center
To contact us, please write to, call, or email:
Salton, Inc.
Salton, Inc.
P.O. Box 7366
708 South Missouri Street
Macon, MO 63552
Columbia, MO 65205-7366
1-800-233-9054
E-mail: [email protected]
Limitation of Remedies: No representative or person is authorized to assume for Salton, Inc. any other
liability in connection with the sale of our products. There shall be no claims for defects or failure of
performance or product failure under any theory of tort, contract or commercial law including, but not
limited to negligence, gross negligence, strict liability, breach of warranty and breach of contract. Repair,
replacement or refund shall be the sole remedy of the purchaser under this warranty, and in no event
shall Salton be liable for any incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Legal Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
©2003 Salton, Inc. All rights reserved.
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