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ADDITIONAL SAFETY
INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
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Read all instructions carefully.
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Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles only.
3
To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse appliance,
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.
6
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return the appliance to an authorized service facility for examination,
repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
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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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The use of accessory attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
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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, including the stove.
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Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
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Do not use this appliance for other then intended use.
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Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall
outlet. To disconnect turn any control to “OFF”, then remove plug
from wall outlet. Always hold the plug, never pull the cord.
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To reduce the risk of shock, cook only in removable container.
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To ensure continued protection against risk of electric shock,
connect to properly grounded outlets only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS:
This appliance must be grounded. It is
equipped with a 3-prong cord having a grounded plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet which is properly installed and grounded.
Warning:
Improper use of the grounded cord can result in the risk of
electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if necessary. Do not attempt to
defeat this safety feature by modifying plug.
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting
from entanglement or tripping over a longer cord. If it is necessary to
use an extension cord, it should be positioned such that it does not
drape over the counter or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children
or tripped over and:
A. Use only 3-prong extension cord with 3-blade grounding plug.
B. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or
greater then the rating of this appliance. The electrical rating is
listed on the bottom of this unit.
Before Your First Use
Carefully unpack the Steamer/Rice Cooker and remove all packaging
materials. Wash all removable parts (inner lid, inner pot, condensation
collector, steaming tray, measuring cup & scoop and clean according to
the Care & Cleaning instructions in this manual.
Warning:
Do not immerse Steamer/Rice Cooker housing or power cord
in water or any other liquid. Reassemble the unit after cleaning.
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