Important Safeguards - Proctor-Silex 22622 Instructions Manual

To reduce the risk of fire:
• Do not operate while unattended.
• Do not use with food that has been spread with butter, jelly, frosting, etc.
• Do not use with rice cakes, fried foods, frozen prepared foods, or nonbread items.
• Do not use with toaster pastries. Always cook toaster pastries in a toaster oven broiler.
• Do not cover or use near curtains, walls, cabinets, paper or plastic products, cloth towels, etc.
• Closely supervise when used by or near children.
• Always unplug toaster when not in use.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
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 operate toaster while unattended.
5. Do not attempt to dislodge food when toaster is plugged in.
6. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug,
or toaster in water or other liquid.
7. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow
to cool before putting on or taking off parts, or moving toaster.
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8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or
plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and
repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service
agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Call the provided customer service number for information on
examination, repair, or adjustment.
9. Do not heat toaster pastries (such as Pop-Tarts®) in toaster—
use toaster oven. If you must use toaster, always set to
lowest toast color setting. Never heat cracked, broken, or
warped pastries, and never leave unattended. Pop-Tarts® is a
registered trademark of the Kellogg Co.Do not use outdoors.
10. Oversized foods, metal foil packages, or utensils must not be
inserted in a toaster as they may involve a risk of fire or electric
shock.