And, where a skinny slice of Wonder bread could also fall

Thinner slices need a lower number.

It performs better and toasts faster than the much more expensive 4 slice toaster we use in our kitchen.

Anyway, I toasted two slices just to check it out, and they smelled fine, but I threw them away on general principles

Thinner slices need a lower number.

The next two slices smelled and tasted fine, though there's still a lingering smell in the toaster, which I'm sure will dissipate

This is a nice 2 slice toaster.