How does it perform on toasting a single slice of bread? I have tried 3 "toasters" and they all browned very unevenly. Thanks, Jim
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This basic toaster simply works as it should. Single slice or bagel works well and browns evenly. Consumer Reports gave this a very good rating too.
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I have toasted one slice but i would cancel after a short while and it worked fair but it probably would work better if it was set on about number 22 or 3 and go through the cycle but one side would be darker than the other. Ed Nabors
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Hi Jim: It does well. Make sure the toaster is clean inside and you should be satisfied with it. Consumer Reports rated it very high.
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I am very unhappy with this toaster. The reason I brought it was because CR rated it high. If I had paid attention to the reviews by other amazon comsumer I would have not brought it. I will replace it asap. I wish I had kept my very old toaster. I hope this is helpful to you
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We loved this toaster, browned evenly for bread, muffins and bagels. However, lever stopped working and would not hold toast (any) down so didn't come on at about 8 months.
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I actually have been selling this product in my store and through Amazon, I have not had any problems with it. I am wondering if the toaster that you received it defective. Did it ever work in the beginning?
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All 4 sides barely even get warm (you can press your hand against it completely without it being even close to uncomfortable). The top surface *does* get very hot, however, especially the strip of metal between the two slots. You will yank your hand back if you touch it. However, I suspect this is the case w/ almost every toaster, since heat wants to rise. Despite the fact that it gets hot, I had never really noticed (I had to do a special test to answer this question). The slots are so wide, and the ability to lift the toast further out using the handle means you don't really have to put your fingers at risk of touching. I think it would only be a concern for children using the toaster. All 4 sides barely even get warm (you can press your hand against it completely without it being even close to uncomfortable). The top surface *does* get very hot, however, especially the strip of metal between the two slots. You will yank your hand back if you touch it. However, I suspect this is the case w/ almost every toaster, since heat wants to rise. Despite the fact that it gets hot, I had never really noticed (I had to do a special test to answer this question). The slots are so wide, and the ability to lift the toast further out using the handle means you don't really have to put... » Read More All 4 sides barely even get warm (you can press your hand against it completely without it being even close to uncomfortable). The top surface *does* get very hot, however, especially the strip of metal between the two slots. You will yank your hand back if you touch it. However, I suspect this is the case w/ almost every toaster, since heat wants to rise. Despite the fact that it gets hot, I had never really noticed (I had to do a special test to answer this question). The slots are so wide, and the ability to lift the toast further out using the handle means you don't really have to put your fingers at risk of touching. I think it would only be a concern for children using the toaster. « Show Less
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Yes, to all questions and all in the back. The toaster really feels like something special, because it is! If you get one I hope you have as good luck as I have had. It does take some experimenting to determine the best setting for the type of bread you're using. (We toast a variety of breads.)
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This toaster is awesome, but yes, if it is a small piece of bread, it will launch it! With a normal size bread slice it will not, but I have put a small slice in (such has a baguette), walked away, came back when I heard it pop and couldn't find my toast! Honestly - this is the best toaster we've ever owned (and that has been many over the years)!!!
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It makes toast much better than a toaster. I really like the way it browns it so evenly and quickly too.
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Megan: You should not have a high pitched noise when you plug it in. I would exchange it. I have the four slice version and like it very much. It does a better job of toasting than any toaster I have had before. I especially like the bagel setting and my husband like the reheat setting. We have not had a reason to use the defrost setting. The count down is especially helpful when making eggs to go with the toast, as everything is timed to be down perfectly.
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Good question, but I can't answer it I ordered the TEM4500 but they sent me toaster by the same model number but by another manufacturer. I tried it but was of poor quality that I sent it back and baught a Quisinart four slice toaster and I am happy with it. It consistently provides evenly toasted bread. Slice after slice.
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I ended up throwing away my Model KMTT200OB Kitchen Aid toaster after several attempts to repair it. I'm sorry you bought one of these because it seems to me to be poorly designed and constructed. If possible, I would return it.
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I'm pretty sure the bagel function just adds additional time since the bagel is thicker and a bit moister than a regular piece of bread and it takes longer to get it to the desired toastyness. So if you pick level 4 for the darkness, but don't use the bagel feature, your bagel won't get as brown as a normal piece of toast would at the same setting.
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The inside toasts, but the outside warms . It will crisp up if you use a higher setting. Bread is toasted just like any other toaster.
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I haven't had a problem like that, I use it a lot and it shows no wear like that... perhaps you just ended up with one with a flow I really like the toaste3r, it does a nice job on different types of bread.... hope they can replace the defective one for you
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Sorry, I no longer have the toaster. It was not a very good toaster.For the price, I expected excellent toast. After trying three different long slice toasters, I have given up.If I need to toast long bread I use the oven.The replacement toaster was a fraction of this one and toasts to near perfection.
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No, this toaster does not toast evenly and I was very disappointed with this purchase. I read the reviews and they looked good but the toaster did not live up to the good ratings and I'm not that picky.
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Yes, it takes longer to toast. I always used Udi's before. But these do make bigger slices and it was really delicious. Go ahead and try it. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
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I have found that what your saying is true. We have to toast things twice on the low setting. Very frustrating. I bought mine awhile ago should have returned it. If you just reasently puchased it send it back.
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bagle side does not work as normal toaster. I think it just ups the time . ron