The ideal tool for whipping up a speedy breakfast, we often neglect our toasters during the weekly cleaning schedule. Yet these gadgets can quickly become unsanitary and unsafe. Excess crumbs will not only affect your device's efficiency, but they could also be a fire risk.

“When crumbs accumulate, they can become hot enough to ignite, triggering a fire.

To prevent this from happening, make sure you clean out your toaster regularly to eliminate any crumbs or debris,” Morphy Richards advises. Unplug your toaster and empty the crumb catcher after every use. Whatever you do, don't shake the machine, as crumbs can become lodged on heater elements, hindering the toaster's performance.

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