Important Safeguards - Oster CKSTGR3008 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGU A RDS
When using your electric skillet, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instRuctions befoRe use.
2. Make sure the voltage in your outlet is the same as the voltage indicated on the
appliance's rating label.
3. To protect against the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug or unit in
water or any other liquid.
4. do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.
5. Children should not use this appliance.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow unit to cool before
cleaning or storing it.
7. neVeR yank the cord to disconnect the unit from the electrical outlet. Instead, grasp
the plug and pull it to disconnect.
8. do not operate any appliance if the cord is damaged. do not use the appliance if
it malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. In order to avoid the risk of an
electric shock, neVeR try to repair it yourself. Take it to the nearest Authorized Oster
Service Center for examination and repair. An incorrect re-assembly could present a
risk of electric shock when the unit is in use.
9. The use of replacement parts or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer
may cause fire, electrical shock or injuries.
10. do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes.
11. do not use this appliance for purposes other than the one for which it was designed.
12. do not let the electrical cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop, or touch
hot surfaces.
13. do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, heated oven or microwave oven.
14. Use it on a heat-resistant, flat level surface only.
15. Extreme caution must be used when moving any appliance containing hot foods or oils.
16. When using this appliance, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for
air circulation.
17. do not leave unit unattended during use.
18. Use it with a wall receptacle only.
19. When using this appliance, make sure there are no flammable materials close to it,
such as curtains, paper, plastic, etc.
20. Be sure controls are turned to the MIN "
completely before folding. do not tuRn unit on WHile it is in tHe folded
Position.
21. do not tuRn on WHile tHe cooKinG Plates aRe ReMoVed fRoM tHe unit.
22. 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 a
person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
23. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children, or
incapacitated individuals.
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