Important Safeguards; Consumer Safety Information - Hamilton Beach 840116400 Use & Care Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using your wine chiller, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces.
3. Do not heat sealed containers.
4. Never yank cord to disconnect from outlet; instead, grasp plug
and pull to disconnect.
5. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in
any manner. Call our toll-free customer service numbers for
information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
7. This appliance is not a toy. Keep away from children.
7. Do not insert any object into vent openings.
8. Do not block vent openings.
9. Do not place ice or liquids in this appliance.
10. Never operate in an enclosed space. Always ensure that there
is adequate ventilation and free flow of air around the unit and
AC/DC converter.
11. Use only the power cord supplied with the unit. If cord becomes
worn or damaged, discontinue use immediately.
12. Never immerse unit in water or other liquids.
13. Do not use outdoors.
14. Do not operate when fan screen is not in place on bottom of
unit.
15. Do not heat or warm carbonated beverages such as champagne
or sparkling wines.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

The AC/DC converter provided with this appliance is equipped with a
polarized plug. This type of plug has one blade wider than the other.
The plug will fit into an electrical outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature intended to help reduce the risk of electrical shock. If you are
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the
plug should still fail to fit, contact a qualified electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug by modifying the plug in any way.
If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be
used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or
greater than the rating of the AC/DC converter. Care must be taken to
arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop
or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally
tripped over. Route the electrical or extension cord clear of furniture to
prevent damage from pinching.
WARNING:
The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known
to the state of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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