Important Safeguards - Oster BLSTPEG-GPB Instruction Manual

IMP ORTA NT S A F E GU A R D S
1. This appliance is not intended for use by children or by persons 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. Keep the
appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
2. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before
cleaning. To disconnect, turn any control to OFF, then unplug power cord from
outlet. Do not disconnect by pulling on cord.
3. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner. Take the appliance to
the nearest Authorized Oster
or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully, especially when removing the blades from
the container, emptying the container and during cleaning.
5. Be careful if hot liquid is poured into the food chopper as it can be ejected out of
the appliance due to a sudden steaming.
6. To protect against electric shock, do not place or immerse cord, plugs, or
appliance in water or other liquid.
7. Never leave appliance unattended when in use.
8. Flashing light indicates ready to operate (models with stand-by mode). Avoid
any contact with blades or moveable parts.
9. For appliances with markings on plug blade: This appliance has important
markings on the plug blade. The attachment plug or entire cordset (if plug is
molded onto cord) is not suitable for replacement. If damaged, the appliance
shall be replaced.
10. The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
11. Do not use outdoors or for commercial purposes.
12. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces,
including the stove.
13. Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to reduce the risk of
severe injury to persons or damage to the blender. A scraper may be used but
must be used only when the blender is not running.
14. To reduce the risk of injury, never place cutter-assembly blades on base without
jar properly attached.
15. Always operate blender with cover in place. Always wait until all moving parts
have stopped before removing any lid or cover.
16. When blending hot liquids, remove center piece of two-piece cover (if a two-
piece cover is provided). Beware of steam. Do not blend boiling liquids.
17. Do not use appliance for other than intended use. Misuse can cause injuries.
Always use appliance on a dry, stable, level surface. Never fill beyond the MAX
fill line.
18. If your blender comes with a grounded plug, connect to properly grounded
outlets only.
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