IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including:
1.
To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the power cord, plug or toaster in water or any other liquid.
2.
Do not insert anything, other than food to be toasted, into the toasting slots. Doing so may result in personal
injury from electric shock and/or damage to the appliance.
3.
Do not use in the bathroom or near any source of water.
4.
Do not use outdoors.
5.
Do not insert fingers into the toasting slots to lift or carry the toaster.
6.
Misuse of the appliance may cause injury.
7.
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.
8.
This appliance must be attended whilst plugged in. Bread may burn
9.
Always turn off and unplug from the wall power outlet when not in use and before cleaning the appliance.
10.
To disconnect, turn off the wall power outlet, then grasp and pull the plug from the wall outlet. Never pull by the cord.
11.
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 examination, adjustment, repair or
replacement.
12.
There are no user serviceable parts. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
13.
Do not use on an inclined plane or unstable surface.
14.
Do not move the toaster while it is switched on.
15.
Do not cover the toaster when in use.
16.
Heat rises from the toaster when in use. To avoid possible damage, do not use directly below overhead
cupboards.
17.
Do not use the toaster near or below any curtains or other combustible materials.
18.
Always take care when removing food after toasting as it is hot.
19.
Always take care when removing food from the toaster as accessible surfaces may become hot during operation.
20.
Do not attempt to toast items that do not properly fit into the toasting slots.
21.
Do not attempt to cook buttered bread, crumpets, etc. Placing buttered items in the toaster will create a fire
hazard. Only plain unbuttered items may be toasted.
22.
Keep the toaster 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.
23.
Ensure the toaster has switched off before removing toast.
24.
Do not cook food wrapped in plastic film, polythene bags or aluminium foil. It will cause a fire hazard.
25.
Do not place on or near any heat sources.
26.
Follow the instructions when cleaning this appliance.
27.
Do not use this appliance for other than its intended purpose.
28.
Do not use the toaster without the crumb tray fitted and closed.
29.
Clean the crumb tray regularly. If not cleaned it may create a fire hazard.
30.
Do not leave the toaster unattended when in use or where it may be touched by children.
31.
This appliance is not a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
32.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
33.
For added safety, electrical appliances should be connected to a power outlet that is protected by
a residual current device (RCD), also often referred to as a ‘Safety Switch’. Your switchboard may already
incorporate an RCD. If unsure, call an electrician for verification and fitting if necessary.
33.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast environments,
- farm houses.
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