Important Safeguards - Hamilton Beach Flexi-Grill 31395 Use & Care Manual

Fire Hazard.
• If contents ignite, do not open oven door. Unplug
oven and allow contents to stop burning and cool
before opening door.
• Do not operate unattended.
• Do not use with oven cooking bags.
• Do not heat foods in plastic containers.
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 touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
5. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or oven
in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before cleaning appliance and putting on or taking off parts. To unplug,
grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power
cord.
7. 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

• Do not heat taco shells in countertop oven. Always
use full-size conventional oven.
• Always allow at least one inch (2.5 cm) between food
and upper heating element.
• Follow food manufacturer's instructions.
• Always unplug oven when not in use.
• Regular cleaning reduces risk of fire hazard.
8. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may cause injuries.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot
surfaces.
11. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated
oven.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot oil or other hot liquids.
13. To disconnect, turn all controls to off; then remove plug from wall
outlet.
14. Use extreme caution when removing pan or disposing of hot grease.
15. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad
and touch electrical parts, creating a risk of electrical shock.
16. Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in an oven as
they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
17. A fire may occur if oven is covered or touching flammable material,
including curtains, draperies, walls, overhead cabinets, paper or plastic
products, cloth towels, and the like, when in operation.
18. Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers
constructed of materials other than metal or glass.