Important Safeguards - Hamilton Beach A142 Manual

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. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or buttons. Care must
be taken, as burns can occur from touching hot parts or from
spilled, hot liquid.
5. To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug, or
coffee maker in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when either the coffee maker or clock is not
in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or
taking off parts and before cleaning the appliance.
7. Coffee maker must be operated on a flat surface away from the
edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping.
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. Contact
Customer Service for information on examination, repair, or
adjustment as set forth in the Limited Warranty.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
9. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
10. Use only the carafe provided with the appliance.
11. Do not use outdoors.
12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces, including stove.
13. Do not place coffee maker on or near a hot gas or electric burner
or in a heated oven.
14. The carafe is designed for use with this coffee maker. It must
never be used on a range top or in a microwave oven.
15. Do not set a hot carafe on a wet or cold surface.
16. Do not use a cracked carafe or one with loose or weakened
handle.
17. Do not clean carafe with cleansers, steel wool pads, or other
abrasive materials.
18. Be certain carafe lid is securely in place during brew cycle and
when pouring coffee. Do not use force when placing lid on
carafe.
19. To disconnect coffee maker, turn controls to OFF ( ) and then
remove plug from wall outlet. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull
from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
20. Warming plate may remain hot after the coffee maker is turned
off.
21. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
22. WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
remove the bottom cover. No user-serviceable parts are inside.
Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.
23. Do not place coffee maker in a cabinet when in use, or when
coffee maker is still hot.