Important Safeguards; Consumer Safety Information - Hamilton Beach TrueAir 840089500 Use & Care Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance
directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. To protect against electrical hazards do not immerse in water or
other liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children, or by invalids.
5. Always unplug the appliance before moving it, opening the grill,
changing filters, before cleaning, or whenever the appliance is
not in use.
6. Do not put foreign objects inside the appliance.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged plug, if fan fails to
rotate, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Call our toll-free customer service
number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
8. Use the appliance only for intended household use as described
in this manual.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Never block the air opening.
11. Keep away from heated surfaces.
12. This appliance is NOT a toy.
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Consumer Safety Information

• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• Do not immerse in water.
• Do not install the unit where water can splash on it or near an
open window.
• Do not place foreign objects inside the unit.
• Do not use appliance with a customized or non-standard outlet.
• Do not obstruct the vents. Keep clear of drapes and furniture.
• Not suitable for use in hazardous locations such as in the presence
of flammable or volatile vapors.
• Instruct children never to interfere with the unit.
• Do not use with extension cords or multi-plug adaptors.
• Use with a properly functioning electrical outlet only.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
use this fan with any solid-state speed control device or dimmer
switch.
• This product is not a toy. For adult use only.
• Do not use near cooking areas. This appliance is not intended to
be used as an exhaust fan to remove smoke and grease resulting
from cooking.
The foam strip is to maintain proper
placement and quiet operation.
Do not remove. Call the toll-free
customer service number for a
replacement strip.
Foam
Strip
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