Important Safeguards - Hamilton Beach FlexBrew User 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. 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 coffeemaker in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when either the coffeemaker or clock
is not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before
putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning the
appliance.
7. Coffeemaker must be operated on a flat surface away from
the edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping.
8. 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 number for information on examination, repair,
or adjustment.
9. The use of accessory attachments not recommended
by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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 coffeemaker on or near a hot gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven.
13. The carafe is designed for use with this coffeemaker. It
must never be used on a range top or in a microwave
oven.
14. Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
15. Do not use a cracked carafe or one with loose or weakened
handle.
16. Do not clean carafe with cleansers, steel wool pads, or
other abrasive materials.
17. Be certain carafe lid is securely in place during brew cycle
and when pouring coffee. Do not use force when placing
lid on carafe.
18. To disconnect coffeemaker, turn controls to OFF (O) and
then remove plug from wall outlet.
19. WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not remove the bottom cover. No user-serviceable parts
are inside. Repair should be done by authorized service
personnel only.
20. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
21. CAUTION! Cut Hazard: Removable single-serve pack
holder contains a sharp blade. Use caution when handling.
22. CAUTION! Cut Hazard: Piercing nozzle is sharp. Use caution
when cleaning.
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