Important Safeguards - Hamilton Beach 37545 Manual

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 unless they are supervised. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. Use pot
holders when removing hot containers.
5. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse cord,
plug, or base in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow
to cool before putting on or taking off parts. To unplug, grasp the
plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
7. 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. Contact
Customer Service for information on examination, repair, or
adjustment as set forth in the Limited Warranty.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
8. Appliance may remain hot after unit is turned off.
9. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces, including stove.
12. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a
heated oven.
13. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot food, water, or other hot liquids.
14. To disconnect, turn OFF ( ) and then remove plug from wall
outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never
pull from the power cord.
15. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
16. Lift and open lid carefully to avoid scalding, and allow water to
drip into the drip tray.
17. CAUTION: Risk of electric shock. Cook only in removable bowls
and trays.
18. Do not place the unit directly under cabinets when operating as
this product produces large amounts of steam. Avoid reaching
over the product when operating.