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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1.
R
ead all instructions before use.
2.
Do not
touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3.
To protect against electric shock, fire and personal injury:
WARNING:
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Do not immerse cord, plug in water or other liquids;
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Do not immerse the appliance or any electrical components in water or
any other liquids;
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Always switch off and unplug the appliance before cleaning.
4.
C
lose supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5.
U
nplug from wall outlet when the appliance is not in use, before putting on or taking
off parts, and before cleaning. Allow to cool before handling, putting on or taking off
parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
6.
Do not
operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer
assistance number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
7.
T
he use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer
may result in fire, electric shock or injuries to persons.
8.
Do not
use outdoors or in a damp area.
9.
Do not
place the appliance close to the edge of the countertop.
10.
Do not
let power cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
11.
Do not
place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
12.
Do not
use appliance for other than intended use.
13.
Do not
clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch
electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.
14.
N
ever leave the appliance unattended during operation.
15.
T
o switch off and disconnect, press either the
or
button, until the
CAPSULE
GROUND
indicator light turns off, then remove plug from wall outlet.
16.
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fire may occur if the appliance is covered or touching flammable material, including
curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on
top of the appliance when in use.