Important Safeguards - Hamilton Beach 22702-SC 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. 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 socket when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts, or moving toaster.
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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.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING
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. 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.
10. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off pad and
touch electrical parts resulting in risk of electrical shock.
11. The bread may burn; therefore, do not use the toaster near or below
combustible materials such as curtains.