Hamilton Beach 46251 Manual page 2

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and/or injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. 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
are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not
be made by children without supervision. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Care must
be taken, as burns can occur from touching hot parts or from
spilled, hot liquid.
5. To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug or
coffee maker in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when the coffee maker is not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off
parts and before cleaning the appliance.
7. Coffee maker must be operated on a flat surface away from
the edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or
plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and
repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service
agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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Contact Customer Service for information on examination,
repair, or adjustment as set forth in the Limited Warranty.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch
hot surfaces, including the stove.
12. Do not place coffee maker on or near a hot gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven.
13. To disconnect coffee maker, turn controls to OFF ( ) and then
remove plug from wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug and
pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
14. Scalding may occur if the lid is lifted during the brewing cycle.
15. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
16. WARNING: Risk of Fire or Electric Shock. Do not remove the
cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done
by authorized service personnel only.
17. Use only the carafe provided with the appliance.
18. The carafe is designed for use with this coffee maker. It must
never be used on a range top or in a microwave oven.
19. Do not set hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
20. Do not use a cracked carafe or one with a loose or weakened
handle.
21. Do not clean carafe with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other
abrasive materials.
22. Be certain carafe lid is securely in place during brew cycle and
when pouring coffee. Do not use force when placing lid on
carafe.
23. Do not place coffee maker in a cabinet when in use.