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Safety of others
Never leave the appliance unattended when in use.
Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
After use
Remove the plug from the socket and let the appliance
cool down before leaving it unattended and before
changing, cleaning or inspecting any parts of the appliance.
When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry
place.
Children should not have access to stored appliances.
Inspection and repairs
Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective
parts. Check for breakage of parts and any other
conditions that may affect its operation.
Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.
Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced
by an authorised repair agent.
Before use, check the power supply cord for signs of
damage, ageing and wear.
Do not use the appliance if the power supply cord or
mains plug is damaged or defective.
If the power supply cord or mains plug is damaged or
defective it must be repaired by an authorised repair agent
in order to avoid a hazard. Do not cut the power supply
cord and do not attempt to repair it yourself.
Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than
those specified in this manual.
Additional safety instructions for rice cookers
If water has entered the unit allow it to dry thoroughly
before using the appliance again.
Always ensure that the heating plate and the bottom of the
cooking bowl are free from spilled particles before cooking.
Keep the unit and heating plate clean and free from any
foreign particles.
Always carry the appliance using the side handles.
Do not switch the appliance on without having inserted the
cooking bowl.
Do not use the appliance for deep frying food and do not
let any part of the rice cooker come into contact with hot
oil.
Do not obstruct the steam vent with any article.
Intended use
Your Black & Decker rice cooker has been designed for
cooking rice. This product is intended for household use only.
Important safeguards
Warning!
When using mains-powered appliances, basic
safety precautions, including the following, should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
Read this entire manual carefully before using the
appliance.
The intended use is described in this manual. The use of
any accessory or attachment or the performance of any
operation with this appliance other than those
recommended in this instruction manual may present a
risk of personal injury.
Retain this manual for future reference.
Using your appliance
Warning!
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be
high when the appliance is operating.
Do not touch hot surfaces.
Always take care when using the appliance.
Never pull the power supply cord to disconnect the plug
from the socket. Keep the power supply cord away from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
Do not place the appliance on or near heat sources or in a
heated oven.
Do not allow the power supply cord to hang over the edge
of your work top or table.
Always place the appliance on a level surface with
adequate free space on all sides.
Do no place the appliance below a socket outlet.
Do not place the appliance on a wet or slippery surface.
Do not place the appliance on or near heat sources or in
a heated oven.
Do not use the appliance near flammable or explosive
materials.
Do not use the appliance outdoors.
Always protect the appliance from water or excessive
humidity.
Do not move the appliance when in use.
Operate the appliance only with dry hands.
Do not use the appliance if you have bare feet.
If the power supply cord is damaged during use,
disconnect the appliance from the power supply
immediately. Do not touch the power supply cord before
disconnecting from the power supply.
Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not
in use, before fitting or removing parts and before
cleaning.
Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning.
