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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. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs provided.
2. To avoid burns, stay clear of the steam vent during cooking.
3. Ensure the steam vent is clean and unobstructed at all times.
4. Do not leave the serving spoon, measuring cup or any other utensils in or on the unit while it is
in use.
5. When hot, this appliance contains hot water and steam. Open the lid carefully to avoid
scalding, and allow water to drip into the cooking bowl.
6. To protect against electric shock DO NOT spill liquids over the controls or immerse cord, plug
or heating body in water or any other liquid.
7. To prevent damage or shock hazard, do not cook directly in cooking base. Cook only in
cooking bowl provided.
8. Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing
water.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. This product 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 product by a person responsible for
their safety.
11. This appliance is not a toy. Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with this
appliance.
12. Cleaning or user maintenance shall not be carried out by children without the supervision of a
person responsible for their safety.
13. Always switch off and disconnect this appliance from the wall power outlet when not in use
and before cleaning.
14. Follow the instructions when cleaning.
15. To disconnect, turn off the wall power outlet, then grasp and remove the plug. Never pull by
the cord.
16. Do not operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance has
malfunctioned, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact customer service
for replacement, examination, repair or adjustment.
17. Do not use the inner pot if dented, bent or damaged.
18. 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.
19. Do not operate the appliance if empty.
20. Do not use on an inclined plane or unstable surface.
21. Keep the appliance and the power cord away from the edges of benches and countertops
and out of reach of children and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental
capacities.
22. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for air
circulation.
23. Do not operate this appliance while it is touching or near curtains, wall coverings, clothing,
dish towels or other combustible materials.
24. Do not place on or near any heat sources.
