Important Safeguards - Oster Xpert BLSTVB-PMC Instruction Manual

I M P O RTA N T S AFEG UAR D S
When using your blender, you should always follow basic safety precautions,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions before use.
2. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the cord, plug or motor
base in water or other liquids.
3. Always use the product on a clean, flat, hard, dry surface. There should be no
material such as a tablecloth or plastic between the unit and surface.
4. Flashing light indicates blender is ready to operate. Avoid ANY contact with the
blades or moveable parts.
5. Keep hands and utensils out of jar while blending to reduce the risk of:
• Severe personal injury.
• Damage to the blender.
6. If scraping is necessary, turn the power off
7. Do not use the appliance:
• With a damaged cord or plug.
• After the unit fails to work correctly.
• After you drop or damage the product in any way.
8. Take the product to your nearest Authorized OSTER
check, adjustment or repair.
9. The blender blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
10. To reduce the risk of injury:
• Do not leave the blade sitting out or exposed.
• Always completely assemble the blade to the jar before putting on the base.
11. Always put the lid on the jar before operating the blender.
12. When blending hot liquids beware of steam. Remove the filler cap from the lid to
allow steam to escape.
13. Do not use outdoors.
14. Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces or hang over the edge of a table or
counter.
15. Unplug the blender when it is not in use, before taking off or putting on parts, and
before cleaning. To disconnect, turn appliance off by pressing power button
and remove plug from outlet.
16. Never leave the appliance unattended while it is running.
17. You risk personal injury, fire or electric shock if you use attachments, jars or parts
other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
18. Do not blend boiling liquids in the blender.
19. The use of attachments, including canning or ordinary jar and processing
assembly parts is not recommended by the manufacturer, and may cause risk or
injury to persons.
20. 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 have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by person responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
and use a rubber spatula only.
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