Optimum THERMOCOOK ESSENTIAL User Manual page 7

58. Injury can result if moving blades accidentally become exposed.
59. Do not leave the appliance unattended when running.
60. Do not use the jar for storing foods or beverages.
61. Do not use appliance for mixing paints or other flammable liquids or in a location contaminated
with flammable gases or vapours.
62. Avoid spillage of food or liquids onto the power connector in the jar recess. If there is a spill,
immediately turn off and unplug, allow the spillage to cool, then clean.
63. Make sure that the blade sealing ring is fitted correctly and the blade assembly is assembled
securely in the jar base before use. The failure of correct assembly will cause the food leakage
which will damage the appliance.
64. Take care after using the heating function as the surfaces of components will stay hot for some
time after use.
65. Ensure the jar, jar lid and steamer tray are assembled correctly when using the steamer
accessories.
66. When in use, do not touch any part of the steamer accessory except its handles.
67. Do not use the steamer without the jar lid in place.
68. When opening the steamer lid, be careful not to be scalded by escaping hot steam.
69. When using any of the heating functions, take care to avoid any injury by escaping hot steam.
70. Ensure that the vent hole in the steamer lid is unblocked during use.
71. Take care not to knock the steamer tray off the top of the jar either during or after use.
72. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Switch 'OFF' at the power point and
unplug immediately.
73. Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
74. Do not use appliance if it has been dropped or any part of appliance (including cord or plug) has
been damaged.
75. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
76. The use of accessories not intended for use with this appliance may cause injuries to the user or
damage to the appliance.
77. Do not install the unit on other appliances, on uneven surfaces or where it could be subject to:
heat sources (e.g., radiators or stoves), direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical vibrations.
78. Appliance should not be used outdoors, placed near a hot gas or electrical burner or placed in a
heated oven.
79. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
that produce heat.
80. Do not operate appliance underneath or near flammable or combustible materials (e.g., curtains).
81. Any type of servicing, apart from ordinary cleaning, must be carried out by qualified electrical
person only. There are no user serviceable parts in this appliance.
82. If this appliance is used by a third party, please supply the instruction manual with it.
83. Do not misuse the power cord. Never carry or pull the appliance by the power cord or pull to
disconnect it from the outlet. Instead, grasp the plug body and pull to disconnect.
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