Important Safeguards - Oster TSSTTR500 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce risk of fire electric shock, and/or injury to persons including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR TOASTER.
2. Unplug toaster from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting
on or taking off parts.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Metal parts can become hot. Use handles or knobs.
4. To prevent electric shock, unplug before cleaning.
5. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plug or toaster in water or other
liquids.
6. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
7. Never leave appliance unattended when in use.
8. Young children or incapacitated persons should not use this appliance. Supervise older
children closely.
9. Do not operate or place the toaster on non-heat-resistant or flammable surfaces, on or near
a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven or microwave oven.
10. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not insert utensils or foil-covered or oversized
foods into the toaster or fingers or metallic utensils into slots when the toaster is plugged in.
11. Do not attempt to dislodge food when toaster is plugged in.
12. Do not use foods that will drip coatings or fillings when heated. Such accumulations inside
the toaster create unsanitary conditions and the possibility of fire or toaster malfunction. Clean
out accumulated crumbs frequently to avoid risk of fire or toaster malfunction. Do not operate
the toaster without the crumb tray being replaced in its correct position.
13. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance has
malfunctioned or has been damaged in any manner. Take the toaster to the nearest Authorized
Oster® Appliance Service Center for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical
adjustment.
14. Do not use the toaster outdoors or for commercial purposes; this appliance is for
household use only.
15. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer; they may cause injury.
16. A fire may occur if toaster is covered, touching, near or below flammable material, including
curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation.
17. Toast lift lever must be in the normal up position before attaching or disconnecting the
plug from the wall outlet.
18. 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
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