Important Safeguards - Oster XPERT Series Instruction Manual

IMP ORTANT SA FEGU A R D S
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
• R EAD AND KEEP ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children,
or incapacitated persons.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts,
and before cleaning.
• Avoid contact with moving parts.
• D O NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance
malfunctions or if dropped/damaged in any manner. Take the appliance to the
nearest Authorized Oster
electrical/mechanical adjustment.
• The use of attachments, including canning and/or ordinary jars and
processing assembly parts not recommended by the manufacturer,
may result in injury to persons.
• Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
• To reduce risk of injury to persons, never place cutting blades on base without
blender jar properly attached.
• Screw on jar bottom firmly. Injury can result if moving blades become exposed.
• Make sure that the voltage in your outlet is the same as the voltage
indicated on the appliance.
• If the jar should turn when the motor is switched on, switch off immediately and
tighten blender jar in threaded jar bottom. DO NOT leave blender unattended
while it is operating.
• To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put blender base in water or
other liquid. DO NOT let the cord hang over edge of table or countertop. DO NOT
let cord rest against hot surfaces.
• 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.
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