Panasonic SR-SPX188 Operating Instructions Manual page 4

Safety Precautions
O Do not expose the power plug to steam.
• Do not expose the power plug to steam when it is plugged in.
(It may cause an electric shock, or fire caused by short circuit.)
When using a cabinet with sliding table, use the appliance where the power plug
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cannot be exposed to steam.
O Do not use a deformed Inner Pan or an unspecified pan.
(It may cause a burn or injury due to overheat or malfunction.)
O Do not touch heating elements while the appliance is in use or after cooking.
• The Steam Cap, Water Vessel, Inner Lid, metal parts, such as the Clear Frame, and Inner Pan.
The Water Vessel is heated and becomes hot so that the quantity of water in the Water Vessel can be
detected immediately after cooking starts.
(It may cause a burn.)
Use a dry cloth or oven mitts when removing the Inner Pan while it is hot.
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O Do not touch the Hook Button while moving the appliance.
(It may cause the Outer Lid to open, resulting in a burn.)
O Do not use the appliance on following places.
• Places where it may be splashed with water or near a heat source.
(It may cause an electric shock, electrical leakage or fire.)
• On an uneven surface or on non-heat-resistant carpet.
(It may cause an injury, burn or fire.)
• Near a wall or furniture.
(It may cause discolouration, deformation or damage.)
Open the Outer Lid in an area away from surrounding objects such as the wall or furniture.
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• On aluminium sheet or electronic carpet.
(Aluminium materials may generate heat and cause smoking or a fire.)
O Do not turn on the appliance without rice and water inside.
(It may cause a burn.)
O Do not use the cord set (for an instrument plug and power plug) that is not
specified for use with this appliance. Also do not transfer it.
(It may cause an electric shock, electrical leakage or fire.)
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Please make sure to follow
these instructions
CAUTION
O Be sure to hold the power plug or the instrument plug when unplugging the power
plug or the instrument plug.
(Otherwise it may cause an electric shock, or fire caused by short circuit.)
O Always switch off and unplug the appliance from the power outlet when it is not in
use or before removing the Inner Pan.
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Otherwise it may cause a burn, injury, or electric shock or fire caused by short circuit due to the insulation
deterioration.
O Unplug and allow the appliance to cool down fully before cleaning and storing it.
• Do not move the appliance while it is hot.
(Touching hot elements may cause a burn.)
O If using the appliance on a kitchen shelf etc., ensure that the steam is not confined
within a closed space.
(It may cause discolouration or deformation.)
• If using a slide-out shelf, pull the shelf out fully to ensure that the shelf above is not exposed to steam.
O When placing the appliance on a slide-out table, always check the load strength of
the table.
(It may cause a burn or injury due to the appliance falling.)
• Use a table with a load strength of 13 kg or more for the
1.0 L model, or 16 kg or more for the 1.8 L model.
Hook Button
O Hold the Handle when moving the appliance.
(Otherwise it may cause a burn or injury.)
O Please consult a doctor if you are using an implanted pacemaker.
• The operation of this appliance may affect your pacemaker.
CAUTION
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Handle
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