{"product_id":"the-smart-toast-4-slice-toaster-s-s","title":"Sage: The Smart Toast 4 Slice Toaster","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Smart Toast 4-Slicebrings professional-grade engineering to family breakfast. The intelligent one-touch auto-lowering mechanism gently lowers your bread into the toasting chamber rather than you dropping it in, protecting delicate artisanal loaves, bagels, and pastries from damage. Four extra-wide slots mean you're toasting for multiple people simultaneously without needing multiple rounds, and the dual toast control lets you set different browning levels for different slots so everyone gets their toast exactly how they want it. The LED progress indicator shows exactly what's happening in each slot, and the 'A Bit More' button extends toasting without resetting if you need just a touch more colour. 'A Quick Look' lets you peek at progress without interrupting the cycle. Dedicated bagel and frozen buttons take the guesswork out of those specific tasks. The automated lowering means toast rises gently when finished, and the front-facing crumb tray pulls out cleanly with no mess. It's the kind of toaster that feels engineered by someone who actually feeds a family rather than just making the same machine everyone else does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntelligent one-touch auto-lowering: Bread lowers gently into the toasting chamber and rises automatically when finished, protecting delicate artisanal bread, bagels, and pastries from dropping damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour extra-wide slots with dual toast control: Toast four slices simultaneously with the ability to set different browning levels for different slots, so everyone gets their preferred toast without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLED browning progress display: Shows exactly what's happening in each slot as they toast, so you can dial in your ideal browning level with confidence and monitor multiple slices simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'A Bit More' and 'A Quick Look' buttons: 'A Bit More' extends toasting without resetting the cycle for just a touch more colour, whilst 'A Quick Look' lets you peek at progress without interrupting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDedicated bagel and frozen buttons: Optimised settings for bagels and frozen bread ensure consistent results without manual adjustment, removing the guesswork from speciality toasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: 4-slice toaster with intelligent auto-lowering and dual toast control\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 30.2 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 27.7 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 19.6 cm\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Brushed die-cast aluminium\u003cbr\u003eSlice capacity: 4 slices\u003cbr\u003eSlot width: Extra-wide\u003cbr\u003eBrowning settings: 5 settings\u003cbr\u003eBrowning display: LED progress indicator for each slot\u003cbr\u003eAuto-lowering mechanism: Intelligent one-touch auto-lowering and automatic raising\u003cbr\u003eDual toast control: Yes, set different browning levels for different slots\u003cbr\u003eSpeciality functions: 'A Bit More', 'A Quick Look' (Lift \u0026amp; Look), bagel, frozen (defrost)\u003cbr\u003eBagel button: Yes, optimised for thick bagels\u003cbr\u003eFrozen button: Yes, optimised for frozen bread\u003cbr\u003e'A Bit More' function: Yes, extends toasting without reset\u003cbr\u003e'A Quick Look' function: Yes, allows checking progress without interrupting cycle\u003cbr\u003eCrumb tray: Front-facing removable tray\u003cbr\u003ePower: 1680-2000 W\u003cbr\u003eVoltage: 220-240 V \/ 50 Hz\u003cbr\u003eWarranty: 2-year repair, replace or refund guarantee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCARE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular crumb tray emptying: Pull out the front-facing crumb tray regularly to prevent crumb buildup. Tip it into the dustbin and slide it back in. Regular emptying keeps the toaster working cleanly and prevents crumbs from accumulating inside the heating elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleaning the exterior: Wipe the brushed die-cast aluminium exterior with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust and fingerprints. Avoid abrasive materials that could scratch the finish. For stubborn marks, use a slightly damp cloth and dry immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuto-lowering mechanism care: The auto-lowering mechanism should lower and raise smoothly across all four slots. If it becomes sluggish or doesn't lower completely, check that the crumb tray is properly inserted and that no crumbs are blocking the mechanism. Never force the mechanism or insert objects into the slots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoiding moisture and damage: Never immerse the toaster in water or pour water inside. Keep it away from splashes and steam from kettles or cooking. Water can damage heating elements and the auto-lowering mechanism. Never use metal objects to extract stuck bread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStorage and positioning: Store the toaster on a dry, stable surface away from water sources and heat. Ensure the toaster is unplugged before cleaning or moving it. Allow the toaster to cool for several minutes after use before cleaning the crumb tray. Keep all four slots clear of obstructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQUESTIONS AND ANSWERS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's the dual toast control actually for?\u003cbr\u003eDual toast control lets you set different browning levels for different slots. If one person likes lightly toasted and another likes dark, you set slot one for light and slot four for dark, then press one button and both finish at the right time simultaneously. No more making toast twice or one person getting burnt edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs 4-slot capacity actually worth it for a family?\u003cbr\u003eIf you're toasting for two or more people, four slots at once beats doing two batches. The dual toast control makes it even better because everyone gets their preferred browning. For solo users or couples, two slots is probably fine. For families or entertaining, the time and customisation saving compounds daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill thicker bread actually fit without jamming?\u003cbr\u003eYes, the extra-wide slots are specifically designed for artisanal bread, thick-cut bagels, and dense pastries. They're noticeably wider than standard toaster slots. The auto-lowering mechanism helps position the bread properly too, so you're not forcing it in or hoping it doesn't stick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's 'A Quick Look' and how is it different from 'A Bit More'?\u003cbr\u003e'A Quick Look' (or 'Lift \u0026amp; Look') lets you peek at your toast mid-cycle without interrupting the toasting. 'A Bit More' extends the toasting time without resetting. They're two different solutions: 'A Quick Look' is for checking, 'A Bit More' is for extending if you checked and decided you need more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":22989024002106,"sku":"09604","price":179.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/1875\/7690\/files\/SAGESMARTTOAST4SLOTSS1.jpg?v=1780055307","url":"https:\/\/aolcookshop.co.uk\/products\/the-smart-toast-4-slice-toaster-s-s","provider":"Art of Living Cookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}