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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
Read all instructions before, and follow whilst using this appliance.
1. To protect against electric shock do not immerse the cord, plug or blender base of unit
in water or any other liquid.
2. Do not use outdoors.
3. Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
4. 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.
5. This appliance is NOT a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure they do NOT play with
the appliance.
6. Cleaning or user maintenance shall not be carried out by children without the supervision of a
person responsible for their safety.
7. Always switch off and disconnect this appliance from the wall power outlet when not in use,
before fitting or removing parts and before cleaning the appliance.
8. To disconnect, turn off the wall power outlet, then grasp and remove the plug. Never pull by the
cord.
9. Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord/plug or after the appliance has been
dropped, damaged or has malfunctioned in any manner. Contact customer service for
replacement, examination, repair or adjustment.
10. There are no user serviceable parts. If the power cord or appliance is damaged, it must be
repaired or replaced by the manufacturer or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid
hazard.
11. The use of attachments/accessories not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may
cause injuries or damage to the appliance and void warranty.
12. Do not use on an inclined plane or unstable surface.
13. Keep the appliance and the power cord away from the edge of tables or countertops and out of
reach of children and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capacities.
14. Before switching on, ensure the blending jar has been assembled correctly and has been
seated onto the base. The motor will only operate if the jar has been properly seated onto the
base.
15. Do not use the appliance if the blade is damaged.
16. Care must be taken when handling any accessories with sharp edges. Cutting blades are very
sharp. Handle with extreme care and caution when removing from the bottle and during
cleaning.
17. Do not operate the appliance with an empty blending jar.
18. Do not start the blender without the lid in place otherwise liquids/ingredients will be ejected.
Always place your hand on top of the blending jar lid to hold the jar steady when blender is in
use.
19.
WARNING:
Do not blend hot liquids. Heated liquids/ingredients may be ejected due to sudden
steaming, creating a possible scalding hazard. For your safety, we recommend liquids/
ingredients be cooled sufficiently (equal to or less than 40°C) before blending.
20. Wait until the blades come to a complete stop before removing the blending jar from the motor
unit.
21. Do not run the motor for longer than 2 minutes. After 2 minutes, switch off for at least a further
2 minutes to allow the motor to cool down.
22. Switch off and unplug the appliance before changing accessories or touching parts that move
whilst in use.
23. Do not attempt to defeat any safety interlock mechanisms.
