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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
WARNING: This appliance generates heat and escaping steam dur-
ing use. Use proper precautions to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or
other injury to persons or damage to property.
1.
All users of this appliance must read and understand this Use
and Care Guide before operating or cleaning this appliance.
2.
The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC
electrical outlet only.
3.
Use water only in this appliance! Do not put any other liquids
or food products in this appliance. Do not mix or add anything
to the water placed in this appliance, except as instructed in the
Cleaning Instructions to clean the appliance.
4.
To avoid accidental scalding or burns, use extreme caution
while moving this appliance when it contains hot water, and
while pouring hot water from this appliance.
5.
Keep appliance at least 4 inches away from walls or other
objects during operation. Do not place any objects on top of
appliance while it is operating. Place the appliance on a surface
that is resistant to heat.
6.
If this appliance begins to malfunction during use, immediately
unplug the cord. Do not use or attempt to repair the malfunc-
tioning appliance.
7.
If this appliance falls or accidentally becomes immersed in
water or any other liquid, unplug it immediately. Do not reach
into the water! Do not use this appliance after it has fallen
into or has become immersed in water. Contact Consumer
Service for examination and repair.
8.
Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
9.
Always pour water into Kettle before plugging in and heating up
the appliance. Never pour water into heated Kettle.
10.
Be sure Kettle is filled with water to at least the “minimum”
marking level. Do not operate appliance without water or with
an insufficient amount of water. Also, do not fill above the “MAX”
water level. If the Kettle is over filled, there is a risk that boiling
water may be ejected.
11.
Do not block the steam from emitting from the Spout during
use.
12.
Do not use this appliance if it is cracked or damaged. Contact
Consumer Service for examination and repair.
13.
Do not place this appliance in a microwave oven.
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