Important Safeguards - Oster Push Button Blenders User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including the following:
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• U nplug cord from outlet when not in use or before cleaning.
• T o protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or motor base in
water or any other liquids.
• D o not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
• N ever leave appliance unattended when in use.
• C lose supervision is necessary when used by or near children.
• A void contact with moving parts. Keep hands and utensils out of jar while blending to prevent
personal injury or damage to the blender. A rubber spatula may be used only when the blender
is not running.
• T he blade is sharp. Handle with care.
• To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutter-assembly blades on base without jar properly
attached.
• A lways put the lid on the jar before operating the blender.
• Do not blend boiling liquids in the blender.
• When blending hot liquids beware of steam. Remove the filler cap from the lid to allow steam
to escape.
• D o 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 the nearest Authorized
Sunbeam Appliance Service Center for examination, repair or electrical mechanical adjustment.
• D o not use outdoors or for commercial purposes; this appliance is for household use only.
• Always operate on a flat surface.
• Unplug the blender when not in use, before taking off or putting on parts and before cleaning.
• Use this appliance for its intended use as described in this manual. The use of attachments not
made by the manufacturer, including canning or ordinary jar and processing assembly parts, is
not recommended by Sunbeam Products, Inc. and may cause injury.
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The maximum rating marked on the product is based on the attachment that draws
the greatest load. Other attachments may draw less power.
Please follow the instructions below to ensure the safe use of the power cord.
• T his appliance is equipped with a polarized plug. This type of plug has one blade that
is wider than the other. This plug will fit in a polarized 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, 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.
• Y ou may use an extension cord, if necessary, but be certain to follow these guidelines:
– The marked electrical rating of the extension cord must be at least 120/127 Volt,
60 Hz, 10A.
– The extension must be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or
tabletop, will not be within the reach of children, and will not be tripped over.
– Do not pull, twist or otherwise abuse the power cord.
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