Hamilton Beach 74251, Read Before Use

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or
injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons with
reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised
and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
3. This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance
and its cord out of reach of children.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near
children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
5. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put cord, plug,
base, or motor in water or other liquid. Do not operate knife in
water or under running water.
6. Turn the appliance off, then unplug from outlet when not in
use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
Disconnect when changing blades. To unplug, grasp the plug
and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
7. Avoid contacting moving parts.
8. Carefully route the power supply cord to avoid damage from the
knife blades while cutting.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or
plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs
must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Contact
Customer Service for information on examination, repair, or
adjustment as set forth in the Limited Warranty.
10. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or
personal injury.
11. Do not use outdoors.