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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
1.
Read all instructions before, and follow whilst using this appliance.
2.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3.
To avoid burns, stay clear of the steam vent during cooking.
4.
Do not leave the plastic rice paddle, rice 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. Lift off lid carefully to avoid scalding,
and allow water to drip into rice cooker.
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.
WARNING: Do not spill liquids on the power inlet connector.
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.
To disconnect, turn off the wall power outlet, then grasp and remove the plug. Never pull by
the cord.
15.
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.
16.
Do not use the inner pot if dented, bent or damaged.
17.
Do not use the On/WARM mode to reheat cold rice or other foods.
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.
25.
Do not move the appliance whilst in use.
26.
WARNING: After use, the appliance surfaces, contents and heating plate inside cooking base
will remain hot for some time. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot foods and/or liquids.
