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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles
or knobs. Use oven mitts or pot holders
when removing lid or handling contents.
3.
To protect against electrical shock, do not
immerse cord, plug or appliance in water
or any other liquid.
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.
Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.
6.
Unplug unit from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts.
7.
The cord to this appliance should be
plugged into a 120V AC electrical wall
outlet only.
8.
Do not operate this appliance with a
damaged cord or plug or after it
malfunctions or has been damaged in
any manner. Bring it to a qualified
technician for examination, repair or
electrical or mechanical adjustment.
9.
Never leave the appliance connected to
the socket outlet when not in use.
10.
Do not let cord or plug hang over edge of
table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
11.
Do not use outdoors.
12.
Do not place on or near a hot gas stove
or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
13.
Always use this appliance on a hard, flat,
stable surface. Do not place it where it
may tip over during use or on a soft
surface (such as carpeting). Dropping the
appliance may cause it to malfunction.
14.
Extreme caution must be used when
moving an appliance containing hot oil or
any other hot liquids or food.
15.
The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
16.
The ceramic pot and glass lid are fragile.
Always handle with care to avoid possible
breakage or cracking.
17.
A risk of fire may occur if this appliance
is covered by or touches flammable
materials including cardboard, curtains,
draperies, wall coverings and the like
when in operation. When using this
appliance, always provide adequate air
space above and on all sides for air
circulation.
18.
CAUTION: To protect against damage
or electric shock, never cook in the
base unit. Cook only in the Ceramic
Pot provided.
19.
Never use the ceramic pot on a gas or
electric cook top or on an open flame.
20.
Never heat the ceramic pot when it is
empty.
21.
To disconnect, press the POWER button,
then remove plug from wall outlet.
22.
Do not use appliance for other than its
intended use.
23.
Avoid sudden temperature changes, such
as adding refrigerated foods into a
heated ceramic pot.
24.
Avoid sudden temperature changes when
removing the Glass Lid. Do not move a
hot lid to a cool surface. Doing so may
cause it to crack. Allow lid to cool before
completely removing from unit.
25.
Do not use ceramic pot or glass lid if
chipped, cracked, or severely scratched.
26.
If this appliance begins to malfunction
during use, immediately unplug the cord.
Do not use or attempt to repair a
malfunctioning appliance. Contact
Customer Service at Maxi-Matic for
further instructions.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONT.)
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
28.
CAUTION, HOT SURFACES: This
appliance generates heat and escaping
steam during use. Proper precautions
must be taken to prevent the risk of
burns, fires or other injury to persons
or damage to property.
29.
A person who has not read and
understood all operating and safety
instructions is not qualified to operate this
appliance. All users of this appliance
must read and understand this instruction
manual before operating or cleaning this
appliance.
30.
If this appliance falls or accidentally
becomes immersed in water, unplug it
from the wall outlet immediately. Do not
reach into the water!
31.
When using this appliance, provide
adequate air space above and on all sides
for air circulation. Do not operate this
appliance while it is touching or near
curtains, wall coverings, clothing, dish
towels or other flammable materials.
27.
Do not leave this appliance unattended
during use.
32.
If this appliance begins to malfunction
during use, immediately unplug the
cord.
33.
WARNING: Do not use or attempt to
repair a malfunctioning appliance!
34.
Do not use this appliance in an unstable
position.
35.
Lift off lid carefully to avoid scalding,
and allow water to drip into the ceramic
pot.
36.
Some countertop and table surfaces,
such as Corian®, wood and/or
laminates, are not designed to
withstand prolonged heat generated by
certain appliances. It is strongly
recommended by countertop
manufacturers and Maxi-Matic, that a
hot pad or trivet be placed under your
appliance to prevent possible damage.
to the surface.
