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When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
2. Check that the voltage in your home corresponds to the one stated on the rating plate of the
appliance, before using the appliance.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use the handles or knobs and wear oven mitts.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or the appliance in water or other
liquid.
5. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children. Children need
to be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
6. This product is not intended for use by children, by persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lacking experience or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the product, by a person responsible for their safety. Extra caution
is always necessary when using this product.
7. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before cleaning or
storing the appliance away.
8. To disconnect the appliance, remove the plug from the wall outlet.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or
has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the manufacturer’s authorized service
facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
10. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may
cause injuries, fire or electric shock.
11. Do not use outdoors.
12. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
14. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
15. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use, which is making waffles.
16. When using this appliance, provide adequate airspace above and on all sides for air circulation.
On surfaces where heat may cause a problem, an insulated hot pad is recommended.
17. Do not leave unit unattended during use.
18. Always use the product on a clean, flat, hard, dry and heat resistant surface. There should be
no material such as a tablecloth or plastic between the unit and surface. A fire may occur if
the waffle maker is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies,
walls, and the like, when in operation.
19. It is absolutely necessary to keep this appliance clean at all times as it comes into direct
contact with food.
20. Be careful not to scratch the non-stick coating of the cooking plate, as you might get little
pieces of this coating into the food. If scraping is necessary, unplug the appliance and use a classical
wooden spatula or a heat resistant plastic one.
21. The appliance shall not be operated using a separate timer or separate remote device.
22. For your safety, when in use, wear an oven mitt when opening and closing the lid.
Important Safeguards