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WEST BEND
ELECTRIC STEAMER/RICE COOKER
Care and Use Instructions
TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND/OR
WARNINGS IN THIS CARE AND USE INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
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Read all instructions
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Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing cover or handling hot containers.
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To protect against electric shock, do not immerse base, its cord or plug in water or other liquid.
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Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
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Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning
the appliance.
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Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any
manner.
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The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
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Do not use outdoors.
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Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
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Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
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Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food, water or other hot liquids.
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Always have timer set at OFF position, then plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect set timer to OFF position, then remove
plug from wall outlet.
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Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Your food steamer/rice cooker needs no special care other than cleaning.
For Household Use Only.
SPECIAL NOTE
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this booklet contains instructions for use of two different Steamer/Rice Cookers. One model features a timer and
includes a drip pan the second model features a signal light and does not include a drip pan. Be sure to follow the correct care and use
instructions for the particular model Steamer/Rice Cooker you have.
Electrical Cord and Plug Information
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug doesn’t fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to defeat this safety feature.
CAUTION:
your food steamer/ricer cooker has a longer cord for convenience. To reduce the
risk of personal injury or property damage, do not allow cord to drape or hang over the edge of countertop or tabletop where it can be
pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally. Do not allow children to be near or use this appliance without close adult
supervision.
